Cecilia Searle

My condolences to Colgate and the family. Lalla was the most compassionate, caring and yet professional teacher. And as the years passed and our lives crossed I found that she quietly led through example. I am sorry to hear of her passing.

To Colgate and family: We are very sorry for your loss. Lalla was a special person. You are in our thoughts.

Lalla touched many lives in and out of the classroom her passing is a tragic loss for all who knew her. The world has lost a kind, gentle spirit, and a dedicated landscape architect. It is with the fondest memories that I recall my time with Lolla at RISD. My best wishes to Colgate, their children, and extended family during this difficult time.

With great sadness, I learned of Lalla's passing. My deepest sympathy to Colgate and family. Lalla won the respect of many, the affection of her family and left this world a better place.

Please accept my condolences Colgate with the passing of Celicia. Your former student, Robert Walsh, RISD BLA '81. I grew up in Providence and have lived in West Greenwich since 1994, the town I believe you grew up in? My wife Cindy, RISD GD '81, and I have raised two wonderful children in WG. Emma is a RISD apparel design grad '11 and my son will be a junior Industrial Design and Glass major at MassArt. I myself have been a professional graphic designer and photographer since graduating from...

Buster and family, I am so sorry to hear of Lalla's passing. My deepest sympathy to all.

My deepest condolences to Colgate and their children.
Lalla's vision of beauty, her ability to create palates of color and form and inspiration, and her love of her family and her career have made this world an unquestionably more beautiful and richer place. I have treasured her counsel and her friendship. Our lives will all be the lesser for her passing. May she rest in the peace in which she lived her life. .

Cecilia, your courage and grace and love of life and kindness will always be remembered and something i will strive for in my own life. You are so admired and loved. I don't like the world as much without you in it, and i think this earth you tended feels the same way. with love.