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Kali Glynn "Doodles" Breisch

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Kali Breisch Obituary

Kali "Doodles" Glynn Breisch 1989 ~ 2005 Our dear, loving, wise jokester, friend, daughter, sister, and teacher to so many, surrendered to the incredible power of her beloved ocean. Kali recently wrote in a school essay in November, about her "Tsunami of Tears" after realizing her mother was really dead when she was 2 1/2 years old. We believe she has been reunited with her birth mother Karen Glynn in the light. Kali was an incredible human being who cherished life and was just beginning to recognize her creative potential. She was an old soul with wisdom far beyond her 15 years. This was obvious when she shared her profound insights in challenging situations. She was a beautiful, intuitive young woman. She was not only physically beautiful, with gorgeous naturally curly hair that she insisted upon straightening each day before school, but her heart warming smile freely shared her joy of living with others. Her often irreverent wit and humor, never failed to crack up even the most guarded people around her. She loved to laugh; her smile and joyous giggle will be deeply missed in our home and in our lives. Her sweet hugs at just the right moment will be irreplaceable. .........December 26, 2004 10:30 am, Khao Lak Emerald Beach Resort, Khao Lak, Thailand....... People screaming outside. "Is this a bad dream?"..... Jai. Jai! Wake up Jai! You gotta see this!! Opening curtains, Jai beside her now half asleep....... "OH MY GOD!! WE HAVE TO GET OUT OF HERE NOW, KALI."..... Back door opens. Too late CRASH...... CRUNCH.......PEACE.........LIGHT OF A MILLION SUNS...MUKTANANDA (Sanskrit = Bliss of Freedom) .............Jai, swept away, looks back, "Where is Kali?" He never sees Kali alive again. Kali's transition was one part of a gargantuan loss of human lives that day on beaches surrounding the Andean Sea and Indian Ocean. Kali's body remains nameless in a sea of thousands of dead Thai and foreign visitor's bodies awaiting forensic exams for positive identification. When found, Kali's remains will be cremated and the ashes returned to her beloved family in Utah. Kali is our direct connection to the catastrophic earthquake and Tsunami that have wrought unprecedented loss and pain into the lives of peoples all over the world. Kali was born November 8, 1989, underwater in our family backyard hot tub. She was a water baby. She is miraculously survived by her father, Dr. Stu Breisch, her mother, Dr. Sally Nelson, and her beloved siblings, Jai and Shonti and many family in the USA and Thailand. A memorial celebration will be held on Tuesday, January 11, 2005 at 3 p.m. at Kingsbury Hall at the University of Utah campus to honor our dear Kali and the hundreds of thousands of other Tsunami victims from all over the planet whose lives were also abruptly ended on that fateful day. Bright colors welcomed. This is a celebration of life. Information and donation pledges are available online at www.4KALI.org or at any Zion's Bank under the name of Breisch Thailand donation fund. All monies donated will be directed to assist victims in the hardest hit Khao Lak area of Thailand.

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Published by Deseret News from Jan. 10 to Jan. 11, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Kali Breisch

37 Entries

Gae Stricklen

November 17, 2024

I did not know your child. I learned of her through the tsunami documentary. I felt pain for you. I lost two sons, and their friend, in 2004 through an accident in which they were totally not at fault. I like to think my sons, 23 and 27, with their friend, 21, were there to meet her. I dreamed my sons burst into a place of brightness, color, light with the next thing more beautiful, more lovely than the one before. I am confident it was the same for your dear Kali and so many others. We hold tight to our memories, turning them over one by one like photos in an album, to speak if and cherish. I hope your heart was comforted as mine was then and still now.

Francisco Villalva

July 20, 2024

Rip kali I really touch me ima father of 3 girls and I know exactly what her daddy was talking about when he say you love them all the same but is always a special connection with one them ..

Joe

January 6, 2024

I just watched the documentary on the Tsunami. Your story made me cry. I am so sorry your family went through that.

Tammy Ellis

October 3, 2023

I was in South Korea (ESL teacher) during the tsunami and I remember reading and being moved by Kali´s story. Tonight we watched the movie, "The Impossible," and I couldn´t help but think of Kali again, and looked up the old articles. May she continue to rest peacefully. -Tammy Ellis

Mitzi Duncan

January 18, 2005

I would just like to give my deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my prayers.

Friends who Care......

January 15, 2005

Our deepest sympathies....

Lynda Ferreira

January 15, 2005

Dearest Breisch Family. We are strangers to you but have grown to love you through the love, faith, courage and strength your family has shown in the tragic loss of Kali. May Kali be the "Candle in the Wind" in your life. Heavenly Father has another beautiful angel with her mother at her side. May your famly continue to have the strength,support and love in bring Kali home. God bless you all.

Connie Shupe (Kartchner)

January 12, 2005

Dear Stu,

Years have passed since our last meeting, but your friendship and kindness are treasured memories. I give you my deepest sympathies for the passing of your precious Kali. I think of the joy she must feel now, joined in the light, with her Mother. I will pray for you and your family, that together, you will find continued courage and strength as you travel this path.

Your Friend,

Ginger

January 12, 2005

I can tell she was a beautiful person and continues to be beautiful in spirit. When everything settles, I pray that peace will continue to be with you until you see Kali again. You must find comfort in knowing that she was happy during her last days of life. What better way to pass than in paradise?

Sherri and Megan Hauert

January 11, 2005

Dear Breisch Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express how we feel for you. Shonti, I will always remember your name when I think of Dance at Skyline! We have watched your story and have been bouyed up by your courage. God bless you! You are loved by so many.

Bob & Ann Marshall

January 11, 2005

WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF KALI'S TRAGADY. A LOT OF PEOPLE CARED A LOT ABOUT HER AND ALTHOUGH WE DID NOT KNOW HER WE KNOW SHE TOUCH A LOT OF PEOPLE'S HEARTS. NOW SHE IS IN OUR HEAVENLY FATHER'S CARE AND HE WATCH'S OVER ALL HIS CHILDREN. OUR HEARTS ARE WITH YOU EVEN THOUGH YOU DO NOT KNOW US. BOB AND ANN MARSHALL

kristy bright

January 11, 2005

I know that i did not know your family. but i am very sorry to hear about your losses. I heard about what happend from my mother carolyn behrman my heart goes out to you and your family. Kali was a beutiful young lady. I have a daughter of my own and i cant imagine the pain your family is going through.But always remember no matter where kali goes she will always be with you.

sincerly,

kristy

January 11, 2005

my heartfelt condolenses on the loss of your beautiful young daughter.i cannot imagine the anguish that you have suffered through this disaster.but i know that you have many friends here,those that you know and many that you may not know who are praying for you. may god bless you all at this time.

Donna Hazel

January 11, 2005

We were so saddened at the loss of your beautiful Kali and all the loss of life on the terrible day. May your hearts be filled with the love and memories that you have of your beautiful daughter.Your all in my prayers.

carolyn and vern behrman -peterson

January 11, 2005

Dear Stu and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss of a

wonderful daughter. You saved my son Brady and I wish there was something I could do to ease your pain. You truly are a friend and an amazing human being. We are so fortunate to know you. We will stop by the hospital when you return to pay our respects and extend our friendship. May you always keep Kali in your hearts forever. Yours truly,Carolyn and Vern-Jordan Valley hospital and West Jordan police department.

Reid, Robin and Colter Cederlof

January 11, 2005

Stu and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

Tracy Cutolo

January 11, 2005

I had the pleasure of coaching Kali last year when she entered Level 5 as a gymnast. She was a beautiful girl with a big heart. She always gave encouragement to the younger girls on her team and acted as their big sister. She had a determination about her and she always tried her best. She will be missed greatly at our gym but never forgotten.

We are all so sorry for your loss.

Sharon Larkin

January 11, 2005

Although we didn't know your family personally, a friend of our twin sons, who attend Olympus High school, knows Jai, so we have followed Kali's story. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and all the victims of the tsunami.

Sincerely, Sharon & Bill Larkin & Ricky and Danny

Judy Wright

January 10, 2005

I can only cry with you and imagine the deep loss you all have to endure. I pray for each of you to blessed with love and understanding that you will see your sweet Kali again and you must all treasure her memory and let those memories carry you through all the tough times ahead. Please know that many, many people send you sincere sympathy and prayers that you'll get through this with God's love to hold you together. Though many of us did not know Kali in life, we now know her and her family through this tragedy and we all feel this terrible sense of loss and share in your grief. Thank you for sharing so much of her and yourselves.

Lianna Black

January 10, 2005

Dear Breisch Family,

I am so terribly sorry for your loss and for all the people whose lives were destroyed in the horrible tsunamis - My heart breaks when I see Kalis beautiful face. I know she is reunited with her mother and that she was done with her mission on the earth and also that she is happy beyond description. You will see her again and be reunited as a family and I pray comfort and love for you til that day as you strive to put your lives back together. I pray for all the victims and familes and I will continue to do so. May God strengthen and bless you and keep you in His perfect love until you get to see Kali again. Much love and prayers at this time of great sorrow.

Caitlin

January 10, 2005

I never knew Kali, but she was well loved at school and obviously at home. Jai is in my English class, and my heart goes out to him and his family, as well as my admiration for being so strong and courageous.. I hope they find comfort in knowing that Kali will always be remembered fondly.

Mandi

January 10, 2005

I didnt really know Kali i just knew her from Jai but im very sorry for your loss! Kali was such a great girl! You are in my prayers and thoughts! WE LOVE YOU! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

Shauna Farris

January 10, 2005

I know your loss has been great. Your spiritual journey with this story has touched my to the core of my being everytime I have read about Kali in the past few days since her story was told in the SLC Tribune. It has warmed me with peace. It has made me more grateful. I do not know your family, and you do not know mine, but we are connected by the bright colors of love and illumation of spirit. Thank you for sharing the beautiful Kali and your family's journey with us. I know Kali is at peace, and my thoughts and prayers are with your family during this hard time of loss in which you have shown so much valor and respect for Kali.

jenny vestal

January 10, 2005

Dear Breish family, I dont know you but have followed your story very close and have prayed for your family and Kali often, I am very sorry for your lose and hope that you are able to find peace and warmth in your hearts. Kali was a beautiful young lady and I wish you and your family all the best.

hallie moulton

January 10, 2005

dear breisch family,

once again i am so so so so sorry for your loss. flowers and notes are of no help i'm sure to your pain. i keep up on the news, and i feel for you. skyline's outpour of support for your family and all of the tsunami victims is incredible, along with many others in utah, thanks to your family. "someday we will meet beyond the stars...and we will be away from here"

love love love

hallie.

Joselyn and Darin Glenn

January 10, 2005

Dear Breisch family,

Your family has touched us in so many ways with your search for Kali. We have been praying every day since the news was brought to Salt Lake City that a local girl was missing from the Tsunami. We saw you on tv when you found Kali and our hearts just broke and tears filled our eyes. Kali is above watching over you now. She has been given the gift to be your gardian angel. She will always be with you and you will always be in our prayers and in our hearts.

Loren Elliott

January 10, 2005

Dear Stu, Shonti, and Jai,

I didn't really get the chance to meet Kali, but she sounds as great as the rest of you. I'm so sorry to hear about your loss and send regards and love to you all.

Shirl Garzarelli

January 10, 2005

I'm so sorry for your loss, this story has really touched my heart. Your family will be in my prayers.

Denny Thurman

January 10, 2005

Stu, Shonti, Jai and Sally,

I'm not sure you'll remember me, I was Gordy's partner at Practical. I remember meeting you at Gordy and Joni's wedding. Back then Kali must have been about three.

Gordy and I had a Christmas drink the Sunday before Christmas. He told me you were all going to Thailand for the holidays. He also played Jai's music for me, what a talent.

On Sunday morning the 26th I heard about the quake and Tsunami and I immediately worried about you all. I began to pray for you and the many others.

On Tuesday morning I called Joni for news and she gave me the news. I prayed more and gave prayer requests to my family, friends and church.

Kali's obituary is beautiful and gives me a tiny picture of a wonderful and fun person, it made me wish I had known her. Her loss must be devastating, and to think she is one of so many. I pray for your faith to sustain you and to reduce your pain. I am certain Kali lived to teach us all something important, take from her life all the positive and embrace her wonderful spirit every day.

Love and prayers

Denny Thurman

tj daniel trey

January 10, 2005

God bless you. No one can replace you or the sweet hugs that you give. I like the nickname you gave me. We're sad that you didn't get to come back home.

Tracey Brown

January 10, 2005

I am so sorry for your precious daughter's loss. I hope that you find the peace that you need and that you know someday you will be with her again.

Cheri

January 10, 2005

Dear Breisch Family: As your entire family and the world mourns the loss of your beloved Kali, Heaven welcomes her with open arms. The gracious words chosen in describing your daughter are truly a tribute to her inner beauty as we learn more about her amazing life. We all continue to petition our Heavenly Father for His choicest blessings for your entire families well-being in healing from this tragedy. God speed in locating your precious Kali and returning her to a peaceful resting place.

January 10, 2005

Kali & family - you have touched so many lives, you will not be forgotten. Everyone is with you at this time. We all cry for the loss. Kali, may you rest in peace with your mother and continue to look after your family!

God Bless You All!

Phyllis Waechtler

January 10, 2005

I was really saddened to hear about the loss of Kali.........I really did not know her but had followed the story about her in the newspaper and from my co-worker Brianna. From what I have read and have heard of her she must have been quite a talented and beautiful young lady. My prayers and thoughts are with your family at the loss of such a special spirit.

Jenny

January 10, 2005

Our deepest sorrow goes out to this family. We don't know you, but this story has touched our hearts.

What a beautiful young lady! You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Belinda and Chuck Barenbrugge

January 9, 2005

Dearest Breisch Family--I have had the privilege of knowing your family for the past few years since my daughter Jenna was in Dance Co. at Skyline H.S. with Shonti. We have been to your home on several occasions and have always felt welcomed. I have felt especially close to Shonti since our trip to Philadelphia last March with Dance Co. Jenna also enjoyed Jai and his band and anything new he had in store. I have admired Stu from afar for the way he has raised his spectacular kids after the loss of his beloved wife. We share with you the loss of your beautiful Kali since losing our sweet Jenna in August. We have followed the news daily and had hoped for a different outcome but are grateful you have found out the fate of sweet Kali. We hope you find some peace and love in the family and friends who surround you. With love, Belinda and Chuck Barenbrugge

Wendy

January 9, 2005

I never knew your daughter or your family, but share in your grief of this great tragedy. I cried for you when you found the picture of your daughter and still cry from all the loss of life. I hope you can feel the support of your community and the world as we all pull together and help the people through this great loss. God Bless you and your family.

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