Esta Gallant Kornfield

Something led me here tonight, She was my shining light when our babies were young and so were we, and I had no clue how to be a mother. She´d be so happy to know that the Sondag boys turned into wonderful men- she wouldn´t be surprised and yet she would diminish her role in making that happen. I couldn´t have done it without her...

Esta proves it is easy to remember special people, As a one of a kind person, she stands out yet. Fond and vivid memories of our interaction are on call.

Dear Ken, Madeline and Sam,

Esta remains an arresting name, visible and present image and a positive persona and delight. She continues to be missed and thoughts of her bring only smiles!

Walt Cudnohufsky
Walter Cudnohufsky, Ashfield

I am so sorry to hear about Esta. She was a good friend to me and my son when we were neighbors in San Francisco. We moved to Rome in 1999, and today, I thought to look her up because I'm going on a short trip to SF and would liked to have seen her. It has been a long time since we have spoken, but her beautiful heart remains in my memory, and always will. Rest in peace, dear Esta.

I am so very sad to hear of Esta's passing. She and I were very close in junior high school, but somehow lost touch over the years. Recently I received notice that our 40th high school reunion was coming up, and I thought about Esta, as I have many times over the years. That is how I found out this sad news. The cruel irony is that I also live in the Bay Area; it would have been a great joy to see Esta again. Reading about her life, I remember what a wonderful person she was, and feel great...

Dear Ken and Family,
I met Esta at the Commonweal Cancer Help Program in September of 2006 and was profoundly affected by her strength and goodness. Her kindness and depth of spirit shone through in every moment of our time there. I will forever remember Esta's love of her family, of nature, and of life. Esta, I wish you peace.

Dear Kornfield family, I was co-class parent with Esta at Cathedral School and got to know her during that year in particular. She was a sweet, considerate and generous person who always contributed and adored her family. Her kind smile will always be how I will remember her.
With deepest sympathy The Gallagher Family

Dear Esta's Family,

I knew Esta through her work with Ulloa Elementary and the native-plant garden she created there. Esta was one of my heroes. Her work was a great inspiration and example for me. She was a terrific role model and a great woman. I deeply admire her artwork, her creative and generous spirit, and her courage. I am so sad that she is gone and will always be grateful that I knew someone so powerful, generous, and good. Her smile stays in my heart.

Dear Ken, Madeline and Sam,
Esta and I were roommates in our Freshman year. We shared an apartment the next year. During those two years, I was fortunate to have Esta's tender company for the growing and changing that always happens when you leave home and start life on your own.We had many fun-filled adventures together. I am so sorry she is gone, but our memories will go on.
Barbara, Steve, Trina and Aaron Chiasson