Emily E. Stamathis

Dorothea and Emmanuel,
My heart goes out to you both. Dorothea, you told me so many wonderful things about your daughter and about her strength. She was an amazing young lady. Let the strength of the Lord guide you through this rough time.
Rosie Klingenberg

Dear Dorothea and Manuel,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. I was so very sorry to learn of the sudden loss of your loving daughter Laini. May God bless you and keep you in His loving care. Love you both.
Esther Alatzas and Family

Laini was so much more than just a friend to me - she was a big sister and an inspiration. I love her and will miss her very much.

We were fortunate to meet Laini when she came to Michigan to accompany our son Evan to San Francisco. She was a delightful young woman and a great friend to Evan and we loved her dearly, in spite of knowing her such a short time. We are so sorry for your loss. We will never forget Laini.
Jim and Carolyn Hayden, Monroe, Mi.
(Evan Hayden's parents)

I only found out about this today, and I am so disappointed to not have been able to attend services to celebrate Laini's life.

I, like many others I think, knew Laini mostly online. She was a constant bright light in that space. The few times I got to spend time with her in person were amazing. She knew how to make the mundane (like a trip to the mall or just walking her dog around DC) memorable. I only wish I'd have been able to see her more.

I am so incredibly sorry...

When we met in college, Laini was a girl from the city and I was a girl from the country. She helped me appreciate city life and I educated her a bit about country living. Despite every hospital stay and hiatus from college life, Laini always had a fun disposition and a gigantic smile. Laini knew how to be a true friend, which is a quality that is sometimes hard to come by. I think of her often and will certainly never forget her. She was the bravest, most accepting person I know. The world...

dear mr. and mrs stamathis,
words can not express the loss of your daughter. i had the privilege of meeting lani when she came to our house in st. louis for a visit. she was truly a loving and warm hearted girl, and my daughter lauren and i enjoyed her stay with us. she was a compassinate, loyal, and trustworthy friend to my daughter, and for that alone i thought the world of her. my heart goes out to you and all your family, and you will be be in my thoughts and prayers.
patti atchley

Dear Dorothea and Manual,
I was sadden when Mom (Joanie) told me what happen to Laini. She was a beautiful young woman and from what I have read loved very much. It has been so long since I have seen you all but You and Manual have my deepest sympathies you will both be in my prayers. Love Lisa

I'll always remember that laugh, and that beautiful Greek-Goddess smile! Having met at Western Maryland College, Laini and I (and all of our friends there) had so many fun times together. She taught me about cool Brit-Boy bands, and always had fun stories about cute 'nerdy' boys. She was certainly the Queen of All That Was Cool and New, and loved to share her thoughts, talents, and energy with all of us. Nobody could 'show off the city' quite like she could-- I remember wild sights and...