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Larissa Hartman Obituary

Hartman, Larissa Nicole August 20, 1991-March 14, 2010. Beloved daughter of Jeffrey and Lenita Hartman, and sister of Kyle; granddaughter of Harry and Joan Hartman and Eleanor Ashley; niece of Auralie Ashley, Ed Marx, David Ashley, Steve, Jay and Harrison Hartman, James Stanaway, and Michelle Jensen. Greatly missed by her family and her extended family of friends. The family invites you to a celebration of her life at the Boulder Valley Christian Church, 7100 S. Boulder Rd., Friday, March 19, 1 p.m. Contributions may be made to Above the Bar Track Club, 1400 Athene Dr., Lafayette, CO 80026, or you may send a contribution to The Larissa Hartman Memorial Fund c/o The Denver Foundation, 55 Madison St. 8th Floor, Denver, CO 80206; or visit www. denverfoundation.org and use the "donate online" button. Be sure to specify The Larissa Hartman Memorial Fund.

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Published by Denver Post on Mar. 18, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Larissa Hartman

40 Entries

Kristi & Aaron Cohrs

April 10, 2010

Dear Hartman Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Larissa had a wonderful spirit. If there is anything we can do in this time of need, please let us know. You all are in our thoughts.

Wendy Hart

March 29, 2010

It's been many years since we were neighbors, but I still remember those days fondly. Larissa was such a beautiful child - so sweet.
I imagine there is nothing a person can say to make this terrible loss much easier, but I hope knowing that you are loved and being prayed for will comfort you.

Di Miller

March 26, 2010

Jeff and Family,

I was saddened to hear about your loss. My thoughts and Blessings are soo with you in this time of loss.. Please know my heart breaks for you and if at any time you need anything please dont hessitate to call me, I will be here for you..

March 26, 2010

Dear Lenita and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. I hope beautiful memories of her help to comfort you now and always. We are thinking of you and praying for you.

Love,

Holly and Seth Wilcher

March 26, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss.

The Rienks/Yoon Family (from Fisher)

March 23, 2010

Dear Hartman Family,

We just wanted to let you know we are so, so sorry for your loss and that our thoughts and prayers have been with you since the accident. We hope that you will find some comfort and peace with your family and friends during this difficult time.

Chelsey Mandell's Family

Dite-Bosworth-Shepard Family

March 23, 2010

Dear Lenita, Jeff, and Kyle,

You all have been in our thoughts this week and we are holding you close in our hearts. We are honored to have Larissa touch our lives....her bright light continues to shine.

Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you...we are just down the street.

With love,
Andy, Ken, Maya, and Shay

John Jesmer

March 22, 2010

Kyle, Mom & Dad,
At 59, I wanted to resume vaulting, a high school passion interrupted by an industrial accident two months after graduating in 1967. But I was intimidated by the starting heights of today's schoolkids and by their bravado. I nearly gave up for fear that they would taunt me (girls especially, like my older sister did in Jr. High). When Above the Bar members agreed to jump separately, Larissa one one of the few who stayed, not just to watch but share and encourage. That convinced me to join ATB, where I found Larissa's encouragement, gentle humor, modesty - and that big smile- in meets and practices from Pueblo to Fort Collins.

Over one and a half years we discovered much in common; A South High rebel in purple track shoes who lived in Englewood but was connected to a Boulder Christian Church, considered Denver University but went to CSU, an older brother, mom & dad whose love and protection she was always proud to mention. Me, a Thomas Jefferson grad who lived in the DU area, vaulted at South (all city) stadium in the 60's, grew up in First Christian Church of Englewood's youth group, did graduate study at CSU, and an older sister who - well, whose 7th grade PR I couldn't break.

Now that my children now are parents, I'm reminded that although they grow up, they are still your kids. Kyle, Your adult sister is still your loving sister. I saw in her smile and humility a reassurance that one day, all tears will be wiped away. Larissa didn't need words to convey her faith; she lived it.

Ps. 23 "... goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, (and afterward), I will dwell in the house of the Lord Forever"

John Jesmer, Colorado Springs

Amanda Armitage

March 21, 2010

Nita, Jeff & Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you now more than ever. I love you and if there is anything you need please let me know. I will be praying for your family. I'm sorry I am so far away at times like these, but know that you are so deeply in my heart and thoughts.

With Sympathy,
Amanda Armitage

Aimee Witulski

March 21, 2010

I have been thinking a lot about Larissa this week and every memory makes me smile. Larissa will always have a special place in my heart.

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

Aimee

March 20, 2010

Dear Lenita, Jeff and Kyle,

I’m sorry that I couldn’t attend the funeral. I was out of town at the time. I have been thinking about you all quite a bit this week, wanting to call and tell you how sorry I am about your loss. I didn’t pick up the phone because I didn’t know what to say; words seem so insignificant at times like this. I imagine you’re probably in shock not daring to think too much about what just happened for fear it will bring on another wave of too many emotions to deal with. If I could offer any sort of consolation it would be that children are gifts of light to our souls and though the loss of our most precious gifts in our lives dims that light, there is the residual light of their memory that always shines within us. Larissa would have wanted to be remembered for the extraordinary person she was and she would have wanted for all of you to be happy as your lives continue. Happiness must seem like a distant memory, but Larissa’s life was a testament to happiness. Her Facebook page shows how many connections she had and the picture of her with her friend shows the light of joy in her heart she felt for herself and others.

I wish I knew the words to say or what to do to spare you the pain of this loss, but for now I can only offer my most heartfelt sympathies and my love and support. If you need anything, like dinner, someone to mow the lawn, fix a car or a house, talk, anything, let me know. I wish I could make things better, but if I could make your life a little bit easier in some small way, I would be happy to do it for you.

Remember that there are so many people that love you, care for you and would do anything for you.

Love,

Doug, Holly, Ted, Miranda, Nicole and Jenna Fast

South High School

March 20, 2010

Hartman Family,
We, South High School Students were ever so saddened when we found out about the death of Larissa. She was such an amazing person, and always so nice to all of us!! We love her so much and always will.
With love,
South High SChool Students and Staff

Dave & Rachel Cech

March 20, 2010

We have been thinking of Larissa all week remembering the special times we had with her. It was such a great pleasure watching her grow up from a sweet child to a beautiful young lady. Please know that we are here for you if you ever need to talk. We are only a phone call away. You are in our thoughts during this very sad time.

The Cech Family

Lori Gray

March 19, 2010

We will be there for you, and ensure that you have us to lean on when you need to do so. You have given so much to our family, we can only hope to do the same for yours.

Our deepest sympathy and love - Lori, Chandler, Carver, Lane and Edge Gray

Andra Baker

March 19, 2010

Jeff, Lenita, and Kyle,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. You and your family have been in my thoughts all week. I spoke to Donald Ashley and asked him to convey my emphathy and concern for you as well as my shock over the terrible accident.
Andra Baker
Robert Gleinn
Foster City, Ca

Phyllis Beekman

March 19, 2010

Jeff and family,
You and your family were in my thoughts all day today. I am so sorry for your incredible loss and hope that the many friends thinking of all of you and prayers sent your way will comfort all of you in some small way.
Phyllis Beekman
USPS

Margaret Powers

March 19, 2010

Jeff, Lenita and Kyle,
We are so shocked and saddened at the loss of Larissa. I have only wonderful memories of the times at our house and yours with her shy smile and intelligent wit. I cannot even imagine what you are going through. Please know that though the years have passed and we don't see each other anymore, we are here for you all. We will be here for whatever you may need and please never hesitate to reach out. Our hearts break for you and we will only keep in our minds great memories of the beautiful girl-Larissa. Mugs, Clay, Connor and Graham Powers

Amanda, David, James and Madeleine Over (Carey)

March 19, 2010

Lenita, Kyle, and Jeff,
I was very sad to hear about Larissa. I can't imagine how you must be feeling. I am very sorry for your incredible loss.

March 19, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Maureen King

March 19, 2010

Dear Lenita,

I am so very, very sorry to hear of your loss. Larissa was such a sweet girl, so full of life and promise. Our world will be less without her.

My prayers are with you and your family. I hope you know we are all here for you, whatever, whenever you need us.

God Bless you,

Nurse Bobbi

alyce coats

March 18, 2010

So sorry to hear of your loss. It is so tragic to lose someone with so much promise in life. I hope time will ease the pain. From the Coats in Grand Junction.( Bob and Barbara Richards )daughter and family

Becky de la Torre

March 18, 2010

Dear Lenita, Jeff, and Kyle,
We are heart broken over this tragic event. We are praying for you and your extended family and hope, that in time, our prayers will provide you with comfort during this very sad time.

Cris, Becky, Alyssa, Jacob and Gabby de la Torre
-uncle, aunt, and cousins of Miranda McDonald

Karin Alfonso

March 18, 2010

Dear Lenita, Jeff and Kyle,
I am Jen Rishea's teammate at school and we have spoken about Larissa and had talked about getting our girls together at CSU. They sounded so similar and it made me laugh when Jen once told me how Larissa said, "I need dresses Mom." My daughter said the same thing to me. My daughter also did track/cross country. Anyway, it was really hard for me to hear what happened. I'm so sorry and I just wanted you to know, I was thinking about all of you and Larissa. You will be in my prayers and thoughts.
Love, Karin Alfonso

Dorothy & Willie Williamson

March 18, 2010

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family

Our Granddaughter is Miranda McDonald

March 18, 2010

Dear Lenita...I cannot even begin to imagine what you are going through. I was stunned to hear about Larissa. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Hoping that the love and presence of family and friends will be of comfort to you.
Nurse Ann

Nicole Kramis

March 18, 2010

Nita, Jeff and Kyle,
I am in total disbelief. You have been in my thoughts non stop since I heard of this terrible news. I remember Larissa's beautiful face and her calm peaceful personality. I know how much you all loved her and how special she was. I have been praying and will continue to keep you in my prayers. I am so so so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy is with you.

March 18, 2010

To David Ashley and family, we send our love, thoughts and prayers. Would that we could lessen the burden of your overwhelming grief.
We wish your family peace and strength during this dreadful time.
Loay Boggess and Steve McKinney (Lakewood CO)

Tiffany, Jason, Zach and Zoe Davis

March 18, 2010

Lenita, Jeff, and Kyle,

I don't know if any of us knows what to say or do to lessen the pain and sorrow of this time. Our thoughts are with your and our hearts go out to you. We are here if you need anything.

Much love and kindness,

March 18, 2010

Lenita, Jeff and Kyle,
I don't even have words, to express how sad we have been, ever since we heard of Larissa's accident. We (Spencer, Mike, Max, Zoe) have been thinking about you all week, hoping so much that you can draw on the support and love of your friends and family to help you get through this most difficult time. You're in our prayers and thoughts.
Christine Hollander and
Spencer, Max, Zoe and Mike

Ida Baca

March 18, 2010

To the family of Larissa Hartman - -
May The Lord give you comfort at this time for your "special loss." Just lean on Him and trust Hih for you know she is with Him. By His grace, you will see her again, she just went ahead of you, as our dear Lacey went before us.

Even though we did not know Larissa, or any of you, our family wants to express our deepest sympathy. We certainly can relate to losing someone very special. Our "Princess," Lacey M. Gonzales, who was l8, was called to her eternal home on Friday morning on May 15, 2009 at Children's Hospital in Aurora, CO. The journey for us has been very painful, but we rejoice knowing she loved Jesus and trusted Him. We also praise Him that she is no longer suffering. Lacey is with God now.

Our answer to you is seek The Lord, read His Holy Word, and trust Him.
He is there with you and will never leave you. He knows your pain, He has your tears and He provides His love for you.

If you want to contact me, or need me, I am available to help you or even to talk too, if you ever need someone to share your grief with.

I will include my e-mail address for you and may Our Lord bless each and every one of you and give you strength at this time in your lives.
May His Light shine upon all of you.

Love in Christ, Ida Baca & Lacey's family.

Sarah Sweetman

March 18, 2010

Lenita,

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts.

March 18, 2010

You have our love and prayers, may you find peace after this terrible loss.

Love, the Bob and Barbara Richards Family
the Doug and Holly Fast Family
the Brad and Ayako Fast Family
and Bob and Laura Fast Bope Family

Taylor Harris

March 18, 2010

You and your family are in my prayers. I miss her dearly.

Sue Hall Rodgers

March 18, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers and with you all, Lenita. Larissa was such a beautiful and special gift. May the strength of your family and friends help you find peace in the days ahead.

Much Love,

Sue, Scott, Emma and Peter Rodgers

Sonya Latta

March 18, 2010

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

My niece is Miranda McDonald.

Erin Gatlin

March 18, 2010

Lenita, Jeff, and Kyle,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Know that we are thinking of you in this really difficult time.
Love the Gatlins
Erin, Mark, Carolyn and Dylan
(former Fisher family)

March 18, 2010

May God hold you in the palm of his hand during this time. All my love and prayers.
Marianne

Margaret Stookesberry

March 18, 2010

You are certainly in my thoughts this week.

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