Benjamin J. Galli

Rachel,
Thank you so much for your note. I can't begin to imagine how your world has changed. I think of you so often,praying you are surrounded by the support and love that can somehow ease the pain a bit. I don't have your address or phone, but if you'd like to contact me, my e-mail is [email protected]. I'd love to hear from you when you're up to it.
Hugs to you.....
carolyn

Dear Steve, Rachel, and Marisa....We haven't seen you for many years, nor have we seen Ben or Marisa since the preschool years at KinderCare. I am so saddened by the news of Ben's death, and wanted to reach out to you. I can't even imagine the pain of your loss,, but wanted you to know that your family is in our thought and prayers. May you find some small amount of peace in this horrible time. With my deepest sympathy, and in memory of the sweet little boy I remember from many, many...

I had a class with Ben last semester. He was a great guy. I am still shocked about all this. I have been praying for his family.

May God Bless you in this time of sorrow.Take comfort in knowing you have a guardian angel to watch over you!

I cannot express how dismayed I was/am to hear of Benjamin's passing. I can't express enough how special he was to me! I wouldn't dare say I understand how you all must feel!Please know that I feel blessed to have known him and enjoyed his presence. With many prayers...Ms. T

Rachel and Family,
I've just learned of your loss and am so deeply saddened. Teachers are not supposed to have favorites, but you know Ben always held a special place in my heart. He was always so filled smiles and laughter, sharing his gifts of humor and compassion with all of us. Please know how very sorry I am for your loss. You are all in my prayers. My love to you all.
Carolyn Schroder

Rachel and family,
My mom can't believe one of "her little Hebrew School girls" is going through such a tragedy. She sends her love and wishes you strength. I am also hoping that your community will hug you tightly and support you in the days ahead. I'm sure Ben was a wonderful boy. This tragedy makes no sense to me but I have to believe that Ben is safe in your parents' arms.

Dear Rachel, Steve and Marisa,
The death of a child has to be the hardest thing a parent can face. Your grief must be all-consuming. I am so sorry that you have to face this challenge and this pain in your lives. Allow yourselves to take the time and space you will need to learn to cope with this overpowering loss. Forgive yourselves when you cannot be what others expect you to be. Your needs are paramount and it is okay to turn within and concern yourselves only with what you...