Molly Dowd

Dear Chealsea,So sad to have heard the news of your sister Molly. I was so touched by the obituary it was beautiful,I felt that we all have lost a very special person, I wish I knew her. Thinking of you and your family. Sincerely Sue North

Despite the fact that Molly was a few years younger than my own daughter, she and I bonded over chainsaws and home building projects 3 years ago, and so I was happy to re-make her acquaintance last fall at Duttons. That day, she jotted her name and number on a scrap of cardboard -- a scrap that I pinned to my otherwise bare frig door and have noticed every day since. Beyond the sadness of her loss, it hurts to think that someone so vibrant and warm might have experienced any panic or fear in...

My sympathy to Molly's family and to her friends--a wide circle (that appears to be growing still) of friendship and grief. My heart goes out especially to the friends who had gathered on July 6 for fun activities on the river. I did not know Molly but am connected to many in the circle of her smile, enthusiasm, and influence and I pray that happy memories, close connections and faith will keep everyone strong at this time and throughout time.
Most sincerely,

I will always remember your brilliant smile and laughter that came from the depths of your heart. You were such an optimistic and compassionate friend. I will forever remember the long summer days spent in Vermont picking salad greens at Amy's and planting potatoes at Molly's with you, visiting you in Ashville on my road trip across the country, and the wonderful Thanksgiving we shared together in Portland. The world has lost a wonderful person. You will always be in my thoughts.

Molly was a beloved friend of two people I love so much-- Mags with whom she was planning to go to Peru, and my son, Zack who met her at Summer's End many years ago. Although I never met her my heart is full with the love that she brought to everyone she met. The world is a better place for what she left behind.

I didn't have the opportunity to meet Molly, but we have many friends in common. Her effect on the community and reading this beautiful tribute has most definitely inspired me to be kinder, more generous and loving. Molly's gifts to this world spread far and wide. My deepest sympathies to her loved ones. ~

I am so sorry for your loss and fondly remember Molly from the times I visited your gardens.

Julia Sorensen

Molly was a bright light in my daughter's life through her work at Green St. School. Sending love and compassion to all her family and friends as you navigate through this loss of such a precious person.

I never met Molly, but she has touched the life of a stranger in a way many may not understand. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of what appears to be a remarkable young woman.