Leah-Short-Obituary

Leah Short

East Dummerston, Vermont

Sep 7, 1994 – Jan 17, 2011 (Age 16)

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BORN
September 7, 1994
DIED
January 17, 2011
AGE
16
LOCATION
East Dummerston, Vermont

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Leah C. Short 1994-2011 EAST DUMMERSTON Leah Claire Short, age 16, of U.S. Route 5 in East Dummerston, died unexpectedly Monday afternoon at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital. Leah was born in Brattleboro on September 7, 1994, the daughter of Terry and Kelly Merrigan Short. She was raised and...

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I am deeply saddened by the news of the death of your daughter even though I did not know her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

My Thoughts and prayers are with you

Dear Kelly and Julie,
Please know that you are in my thoughts during these difficult times. My deepest sympathy to you all.

Dear Shortand Merrigan Family,
Even though I didn't know Leah,Im deeply sadden by your loss. Also to Leah's Friends may you have comfort knowing that she'll be watching down from heaven.
My thoughts and prayers will be with you always.

Dear Kelly, Julie and the rest of your family. I have very sorry for your terrible loss. May you find comfort in knowing so many care about you. Also may you draw closer to one another in this time of great sorrow. Tammy Lacey

Terry, Kelly and family, Bob and I just learned of your beautiful daughters death. We are so shocked and saddened. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you...........

Kelly, your words at Leah's funeral were incredible. It took immense strength to get up their and say what you said. You used it as a time to talk to Leah's friends and made us understand more. You spoke directly to us and made us understand rather then glorify what Leah did. This is something that not many parents would be able to do, let alone get up and speak. I was astonished at your courage Kelly. Thank you for that. I hope you, Terry and your daughters are feeling together rather...

Kelly, Terry and family;
Throughout this last weekend at the visitation, funeral, burial and reception my family and I were amazed at the courage, strength and great compassion you all showed toward those of us who came to share in your sorrow. Kelly, your message at the funeral, on behalf of your family, was as inspiring for its courage, as it was a remarkable moment of healing. Thank you. God's blessings,

Bill, Peg, Sam, Galen and Sophie