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for Alana Calahan
kenneth sorbo sr
January 28, 2025
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
January 9, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
garrett parsons
August 18, 2011
i'm so sorry to her family and everyone who knew her, she was a great friend and cannot ever be replaced we all miss and love you.
alexis beall
April 22, 2011
I did not know you that well but I know you are missed..everyone will miss you!!<3
Miranda Bolyard
February 19, 2011
I luv u alana and i will never be able to for get the time we went to chuck e cheese and i will never for get the day i met you either
Bryann Bollinger
February 17, 2011
I love you alana.. I will never ever forget you! my little one.. You are so sweet and so loving.. god takes the best!! rip i love you sweetie I will see you again!
Kylee Wilson
February 11, 2011
We love you all, and if there is anything you need please call us. I know you all are very strong, and Alana would be very proud of you.
joanna rummel
February 10, 2011
Dear Betty Jo and family
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you all. I pray God will comfort you and give you all the peace, love and support you need.
In Christ
Joanna Wise Rummel
Leahq Barrett
February 7, 2011
I didn't know you that well, but in Grovetown High your posters up. I am so sorry for you alls lost . May God be with you all. You are missed , and loved truely.
Deborah Walden
February 6, 2011
See you on the other side of the veil, Our family loves and misses you lots. You will forever be in our hearts.
Kayla wagoner
February 5, 2011
Calahan family,
i always love alana no matter what happened between us. we were sister cause we spend alot and alot time together all the time.
Laverne Davis
February 5, 2011
My heart is broken. I just want to say to her family, especially her mother that if I could do anything to take this pain away and turn back the hands of time I would. I know nothing I say to you can take it away but just know that you will always have this precious child's memories and one day you will see your sweet baby again.
Janet
February 5, 2011
May God bless you and your family and give you the strength you need to somehow get you through this.She is definately an angel from above
Jonathan Carlo
February 5, 2011
I may have not personally known you, but I know a lot of people who did. Just by their words, I know you were an amazing person. You will be missed, Alana
Travis Steffey
February 4, 2011
Alana I dont know y but every time u asked me to do something i did it i cant believe u was killed but remember that i love u and always will.....i pray for you
and ant betty jo and the rest of our family.........when i went to your viewing today i wore the shirt u picked out for me on christmas....u looked very beautifal and peaceful and i kno u r here with all of us giving us the strength to keep our heads up when we need it....i would trade anything to take ur place because i went to high school and i wanted u to accomplish what u dreamed for.....but i kno u are happy where u are on the streets of gold dancing around and that all that matters is that u r happy.....I love you
your cousin,
Travis Marshall Steffey
Delvia Streets
February 4, 2011
My granddaughter was a friend of Alana's , my daughter said she was the sweetest young lady , she said Alana would talk to adults like she was interested in what they had to say , that impressed my daughter so much ,she said Alana was a wonderful girl . My heart is filled with grief for you all her family and friends . I am so so sorry that her life was so short , but she is with the Angels . I know that doesn't help , that is what I hear about my mother but it is sincere and from my heart to yours . Remember all the good times and talk to her with your heart . She is here and always will be as long as she is in your heart .
Delvia Streets
Amber
February 4, 2011
I didn't know Alana that well but I could tell she was very nice. I hate that this has happend to her, I have been praying for her family since I heard the terrible news, and I will keep praying that they get through this.
Eric & Lucy Ellis
February 4, 2011
Paul and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this time of sarrow. May you have peace in knowing that Alana is with the Lord now walking the streets of gold and smiling down on you.
Laura Boshell
February 4, 2011
Betty Jo & family, my sincere condoloences to you and your family. Even though I didn't have the pleasure of meeting your sweet girl, I could look at her and tell she was a sweetheart. Rest knowing that she is forever wrapped in the arms of our heavenly father and watching over her family. Our heavenly father needed her more with him, than we needed her on earth. Her work here was done, even though we will never understand why. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you the strength you need to get through this tough time. Much love.
Lisa Buonaugurio
February 4, 2011
Dear Family of Alana,
My heart is so sad. Alana was my library helper at Lisby-Hillsdale in Aberdeen. She was a wonderful young lady. I remember Alana being a little sad to be leaving Aberdeen; so we made her a memory book. She was so excited about that book;I will never forget her expresssion. She and I chatted a lot; she was such a smart girl.She made a huge impression on me;I will not forget her.My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Rosemary Spivey
February 4, 2011
Alana was such a joy to have in my class at HMS. I already miss her sweet face and beautiful personality. Words cannot express my sorrow for her family and friends. My heart and prayers go out to you all. Such a lovely child. such a terrible shame. Rest, sweet angel, in the arms of our Lord.
Patricia Jennings
February 4, 2011
To Alana Family I have known Alana and family for along time when they lived on Hickory drive She was a friend of my granddaughter how many days i sit and watch her and all the children play together over at Delta's house and she was all was so happy.Betty Jo my thoughts and prayers are with all of you Just go to God and he will help you though
Deborah Domenico
February 4, 2011
Alana was a beautiful, young lady. She was a joy to work with in school. She will be always remembered for her smile that lit up a room. May she rest in peace. Ms. Deborah Domenico
Susan Shannon
February 4, 2011
Betty Jo,
I remember you when you were Alana's age. I am Pat Tiedemans daughter, Susan.Henry and Jewel were always so proud of you girls, and little Henry. She looks alot like you did at her age. If it gives you any comfort, I am sure Grandpa Henry is right there with Alana. I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences are with you and your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Susan Darden Shannon.
February 4, 2011
our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Brenda Chavous
February 4, 2011
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Rachel Marshall
February 4, 2011
I am soooo sorry for what has happened to Alana I didnt know her that much but I did meet her 2 or 3 times and she was such a beautiful and sweet girl,. may she rest in peace and be with jesus and the angels,. we love her and will miss her,.
Kaci Williams
February 4, 2011
Alana was such a sweet innocent lil girl. I remember babysitting her years ago and becoming great friends with the family. Even when she was little she could always light up a room. Her personality was contaigious. I'm sure she is in heaven singing with the Angels. She will be missed by alot but never forgotten. RIP Sweet Babygirl.
Shawna Watson
February 4, 2011
My thoughts are with the family of Alana. May she rest in peace.
Sandy Carlo
February 4, 2011
My prayers are with you. My son went to school with Alana.She seemed to be a great kid. Sorry for your loss.
Annie underwood
February 4, 2011
My son Austin was in class with Alana. Although I dont no your family im so very sorry. we pray for you and your family.. Annie underwood and Austin king
Lena Garrison
February 3, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Stephanie Veneklasen
February 3, 2011
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious child. I had the pleasure of being Alana's three year old day care teacher at Natures Way Daycare center and to this day I can still remember her and her ability to make me laugh. She was a very bright and intellgent child. May the Lord bless you and keep your family in wrapped in his arms in this time of sorrow.
brandi burdette
February 3, 2011
im sorry for your loss she will be missed and you are in our prays.
shirley lindom
February 3, 2011
may god be with you and your family
Crystal Coretti
February 3, 2011
To the Calahan Family,Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many around the community. I didn't know Alana personaly but her younger brother was in my class at WES. I pray Paul and the rest of your family can find the strength to get through this tragedy one day at a time.
faith billings
February 3, 2011
Im very sorry for your loss. Me and alana were colse friends. i remember i had a going away party for her when she moved. she was a very wise girl. she was nice to everyone and always had a smile on her face. She will be very missed. She will always be in my heart i will miss you very much alana.
hailey edenfield
February 3, 2011
I didn't know Alana but from what I hear she was a very sweet loving person. She had many friends that loved and cared about her. She is a very beautiful
girl. I'm very sorry about her families loss and I'm praying for them.
Jean Silvas
February 3, 2011
Dear Calahan Family,
My daughter was a classmate of Alana's at HMS. Be assured that your daughter had many friends and people who think very fondly of her. My heart goes out to your family and I hope that you can find peace in the coming days. The community of Harlem is here for you and your family with love and support.
February 3, 2011
Our sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. May the many good times and happy memories, the love and support of family and friends, and the wonderful Grace of God sustain you in the coming days. We are so sorry for your loss.Thinking of your entire family during this time. Love Vivian and Charles Clifford
February 3, 2011
I never had the chance to meet Alana but my cousin and her bf is her youth pastor's at pine view. My Husband and I live in NC and we are praying for your family and keeping her story going to touch many lives to come. God Bless,
Esther Wise
Kelsea Cormack
February 3, 2011
Dear Calahan family
me and alana was friends from lisby hillsdale i remeber you would alway see alana with a smile on face you could never get her to stop smilin my prayers go out to her family alana always had nice thing to say.
Sandra Stewart
February 3, 2011
There are no words to ease the pain in your hearts. My daughter Teena and grandaughter Emily thought the world of Alana and I know she touched their lives significately. I will have your family in my thoughts and prayers. May God Guide and Protect each of you.
February 3, 2011
I am very so for your lost. Me and Alana were very close friends. We went to school togther at lisby hillsdale in aberdeen,maryland. She we be missed.
She was a bright and wise young lady.
- Mark Holloway.
crystal mcgahee
February 3, 2011
My daughter Hannah goes to HMS and met Alana through a friend and has always said how nice Alana was to her. I only had the pleasure to meet Alana one time, but she was so sweet and polite. Our prayers are with your entire family during this awful time.
Crystal McGahee
Kenneth Sorbo
February 3, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
David Paschal
February 3, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Calahan family; may God surround you all with His mercy.
Runae Watson
February 3, 2011
My deepest sympathies to the Calahan Family. I had the opportunity to met Alana through my son Zac. They attended school and church together. Alana was definitely a ray of sunshine. She made an impact on her peers and adults with her kind and giving nature. Our family is praying for your strength and comfort.
Al MCNeely
February 3, 2011
To the Calahan famil,
I pray that the GOD of all comfort be with your family during this time of deep sorrow. Many prayers are being sent to one who sits upon the throne of heaven on your behalf.
Stephanie Jackson
February 3, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the opportunity to meet Alana through my daughter, Monte, they went to school together at HMS. She was a real sweet girl. We are praying for your family as you deal with this difficult sitiation. We pray you can find comfort through God.
Gloria Wilson
February 3, 2011
Alana was such a sweet and polite young lady and when she spoke to you she was always so sincere. She was a truly genuine person. She was so sweet to my daughters who were new to Harlem Middle and Bethseda. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Emily Williamson
February 3, 2011
Alana, im glad for every moment we got together, and i'll miss you
February 3, 2011
Dear calahan family,
Im am so very sorry about alana. I went to school with her at Lisby Hillsdale in Aberdeen. We all were so close and loved her so much. She was so sweet and confident. She will be missed.
Long Time Friend
And Classmate
~ Morgan Henry
beth burke alvis
February 3, 2011
My deepest sympathies to your family during your loss. May God be with you and keep you.
M Hall
February 3, 2011
My fervent prayer is that God will bless and keep you whole during these trying times. There'll come a time when the hurt will lessen and you'll have only the good things of Alana to think about. Many people are praying for your strength and comfort.
michelle greenway
February 3, 2011
our family is so sorry for the loss of your beautiful young daughter. Our daughter Ashley met Alana at Phat camp at camp jackson just a few weeks ago. She said she was such a sweet girl. One thing you can take comfort in is that she gave her life to Jesus Christ during that week. She was certain of that.
Our family will continue to pray for each of you. May GOD BLESS YOU and strengthen you during this difficult time.
H. Clayton & Dawn Galloway
February 3, 2011
Dear Calahan family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our son attended school with Alana, and though he didn't know her well, he said she was a very pleasant person who always wore a big smile on her face. As her death is grieved here on Earth, know her life is celebrated in Heaven. God bless you.
The Galloway Family
Harlem, Ga
Allyson Dyar
February 3, 2011
My deepest sympathies to you and your family during this terrible time. Alana was a beautiful person with a beautiful heart. I hope that you find some comfort in knowing that she is in heaven and will never know any pain or sadness. My heart goes out to you.
Tara Sample
February 3, 2011
Dear Calahan family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. At the end of each school year Alana has phoned me at the school to update me on how things were going in Georgia. I always enjoyed hearing from her and could visualize her beautiful smile as we spoke on the phone. Alana was a very sweet and well mannered young lady. She will be greatly missed in the Aberdeen community.
3rd Grade Teacher
Lisby Elementary School
Kirsten Ball
February 3, 2011
Mr. And Mrs. Calahan,
Im terribly sorry for your loss. Alana was an amazing and sweet girl and it saddens me I will not have the chance to get to know her better. You all are in my prayers, during this time of sorrow.
Ray Treadway
February 3, 2011
Our slogan for our Bethesda youth group is A.R.M.Y. (Always Recruiting More Youth). Alana was very strong in this area; she was always inviting other youth from her school and others to come check us out; and with that beautiful smile she wore, people were just curious to see what that smile was all about; and I believe she let them know it's God's love. God used her in a powerful way and is still using her today to spread his love with the example of life that she lived.
Vickie Daman
February 3, 2011
I only met Alana once or twice...I did not know her. Alana was a friend of my daughter Sylvia Korte. However, I have learned a great deal about her in the last few days. From the stories my daughter has told me, to her facebook posts, to all the friends and family who came to her candlelight service at Bethesda the other night, I do know that she is loved dearly, she deeply loved the Lord and wasn't afraid to share her love of God with others, and she will be missed terribly. My heart goes out to your family. I have been praying everyday since I heard the news asking God to ease your pain, wrap his arms around you, and bring you peace in this sad time. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Though I didn't know her, Alana's passing has affected me in a way I cannot fully explain. May God bless you and comfort you in this time of great need.
Teena Ridlehoover
February 3, 2011
Our deepest sympathies to Mrs. Betty and Mr Paul. Please know that Alana is an absolute blessing to our family! Her kind spirit and loving smile remains in our hearts. God be with you.
George & Elaine Lewis
February 3, 2011
Amanda and Family,-- George and I are so sorry for your loss.May God Bless all of you at this time.
Dianne Buchwitz
February 3, 2011
My heart goes out to the Calahan family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I didn't know Alana but she went to school with my grandaughter. She is beautiful and as a mom and grandma my heart breaks for you. She is a sweet angel of God now. Looking down to her family and friends now with her beautiful smile.
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