Todd Reed Gabrielson

Per Tori's request, to add to this precious place of remembrance...

I sent this note to Doug on February 16th via facebook....

I am so sorry to hear about beautiful, wonderful Todd. I can't get his smile out of my mind. Please hug Tori and tell her I wish I could do that in person -- Bev and Curt too!! Tell Tori I love her and if she needs ANYTHING - to let me know. I will call her too - but want to give her a little time - I am sure they are busy with people. I keep...

This was from Camilla Persson on February 20th in email:
"Dear Tori and Family, Bev and Curt,
I'm very sorry to hear about the sad and unexpected loss of Todd. I can't imagine what it would be like to loose a brother or a sister, or a son. It's hard to understand life sometimes and realize that it's very unfair sometimes. We think of you in this sad moment and wish that you get strength from each other to get through this.

Our love, Camilla and family

To add to the book...Mom & Dad, this was on my Blackberry February 15th from Jewel Nesvig Lambrect "Sweet Tori...so sad to hear about Todd!!! God's got a special pal by his side!! Walking, talking, playing, joking. God's peace to you all! Hugs and prayers from our crew!

Dear Aunt Bev, Uncle Curt, Tori and all who loved Todd,

These entries say it all.

"LARS'

Soul-speak
as laughter

Soul-speak
as twinkling eyes

Soul-speak
as smiles

Soul-speak
as the voice of God

I love you all. The pain does not go away, but softens and changes how we 'feel' about our losses and acknowledges the 'GIFTS' we have been given. This...

Dear Bev& Curt,
We were so sorry to get the call about Todd. We know he has been such a "special" person in your lives & the lives of many others! We remember well when we heard of his birth, only 10 days after our Barb. A "special" memory I have of Todd is at Tori & Doug's wedding. Tori was dancing with Todd in his wheelchair & they were both having so much fun - smiling-laughing & glowing, both so happy & proud! As you said, Bev, he is in a "special" place now - with Grandma...

Hi Curt and Bev,
I was so saddened by Todd's passing. He has always been such a motivation to all of us. I will always remember his big smile and laugh. You were wonderful parents to him and made his life as good as it could be. I hope you find comfort in that in this very sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hopefully, I will be able to get down to Fargo one of the times you come to visit.

Dear Curt, Bev, and Tori,

I just wanted you to know I will never forget Todd and all the fun times we spent together as kids. His smile and infectious laugh made everyone around him giggle, especially when we played cards.

When life has seemed too difficult or the challenges too great, I have thought of my cousin Todd. His smiles and perseverarnce have helped me keep on trying, and they always will.

Myron, Garrett, and I want you to know we are thinking of...

Dear Bev, Curt and Tori,
Lad and I send our sincere sympathy to you and all the family. We did not know Todd but the guest book says it all-He was an amazing example of living life to the fullest despite his handicap. His smile is infectious. How well we know the tremendous pain of losing a son/brother. We send our love and pray God will give you strength at this difficult time.