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for Catherine Woods
Rose Banwart
December 6, 2005
I just wanted you all to know that I have been really praying for you. Turn to Jesus for all you need. He is faithful and our all in all! Rose Banwart
Beverly McComb-Davies
December 3, 2005
Dear Dr. Jon & Donna,
You don't know me, but I met you at my son's very first Honor's Band in the 80's when you were his first guest conductor at Thiel College. You have been a mentor throughout these 25 plus years. He called and told me of the loss of your daughter; my granddaughter's name is also Catherine. Our hearts and prayers are with you and yours. "Though words cannot express the thoughts the heart would like to say, still may you know that others care and sympathize today." We will not forget her or you in your sorrow.
Beverly
(Dr. Jeffrey Steiner's "Mom")
Susan Payton
December 2, 2005
Donna, Jon & family,
Although words cannot begin to ease the sorrow of your loss, please know that my heart shares in your sorrow; and you are in my thoughts and my prayers.
May you sense His tender words being spoken to your heart: "I am your God, and I will be your comfort."
2 Corinthians 1:3 "Blessed be God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of merces, the God of all comfort."
In His love,
Susan Payton
(I used to work with you at Faith Mission Family Center)
Michael Zaliznock
December 2, 2005
Dear Dr. Woods and family
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on your recent loss.
Mike and Betty (Niebauer) Zaliznock
Diana Kocar (X-row 2001-2004)
December 2, 2005
Dear Dr. Woods and family,
I am so saddened by your loss and my deepest sympathies are with you. I cannot imagine the pain you must be going through but I hope it gets a bit easier with each day.
Roanne & Dave Vlahos
December 2, 2005
Dear Dr. Woods and family,
Your daughter was an inspiration to so many. She accomplished so much in such a short time. Please take comfort in her memory and the knowledge that now she is truly "Dancing with the Stars" God Bless You
Our Sympathies....
Roanne (Hildreth) & Dave Vlahos
Shelley Bryant
December 2, 2005
Donna and Family,
May you find comfort in the memory
of your beautiful daughter and sister Catherine. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Shelley Bryant
Shannon Wood
December 2, 2005
No words can express our deepest sympathy for your family. Kindest thoughts and prayers.
Rev. Jeff and Melanie Fullen-Julien
December 2, 2005
Our hearts are heavy for you, our prayers and love go out to you and your family.
Cindy and Dana Norwood
December 2, 2005
Dear Donna and Family, Dana and I were so very saddened to hear of your precious Catherine's tragic death. We are hoping you will take some comfort in knowing just how much she was loved by all that knew her. During the many years at Dance Reach, watching the girls dance in class, at recitals and competitions, your Catherine always stood out as one of the most graceful ~ most beautiful dancers ~ her smile would light the stage; and offstage there was no sweeter, more thoughtful, caring young lady. May God bless and comfort you during this most tragic and extremely difficult time. Catherine will be sadly missed by so many. With deepest love and sympathy ~
Jan Caron
December 2, 2005
Dear Woods Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I also have a daughter trying to pursue her dream of being an actress in NY, your beautiful daughter is with God, God be with you through this very sorrowful time. The Caron Family
Lorrie Whitacre
December 1, 2005
Woods Family and Friends
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Columbus Coalition for the Homeless
December 1, 2005
Donna and family, we are deeply saddened by the news of Catherine's untimely death. Please know that we are mindfull of your loss and in sympathy for the sorrow that you feel. May God's PEACE be with you all.
-Bill Casto, Don Strasser, Zach Reat and Bill Seiber
Neil Swan
December 1, 2005
Jon,
Judy and I extend to you and your family our deepest sympathy and prayers. God Bless!
Michael Formeck
December 1, 2005
You have my deepest sympathy.
Ruth (Niebauer) McMonagle
December 1, 2005
My prayers will be with you during this sorrowful time.
Carrie Barker
December 1, 2005
I am extremely saddened by the news of Catherine. She was a great dancer and I will always remember her smile and her great "CAT" acting skills. She had definite potential in the dance world. Catherine and her family and friends will be in my prayers. And I know that she is up there dancing on clouds, looking down on all of you.
Christina
December 1, 2005
With Heartfelt Condolences
I had the joy of befriending Catherine here in New York. An amazing and talented person who brightened the lives of everyone she knew. She will be missed.
Laura Jolley
December 1, 2005
Dear Dr. and Mrs. Woods and Family -
May you find comfort in knowing others share your heartache and sorrow. And may God wrap you in His arms now and always.
Respectfully,
Laura Polster Jolley (Ian's daughter)
Kathleen Sauer
December 1, 2005
Dear Woods Family,
We also have a 21 year old daughter who is an aspiring actress. Although we'd like to keep her close, we encourage her to follow her dream, just as you did. Bless you all at this difficult time,
Our hearts are with you.
Judy Love
December 1, 2005
My husband and I our so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless:
Robert & Judy Love
Dana Berger
December 1, 2005
Dr. Woods and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Dana (Hanudel) Berger (OSUMB 1997-2000)
Michael Berger
Francis Dumm
November 30, 2005
Jon and Family,Our prayers are with you. May the Peace of our Lord comfort you.
chris hess
November 30, 2005
im sorry to hear about the loss of a great person whom was admirerd by alot of people whom she known of the osu marching band catherine was an inspiration to my sister michelle hess at the dance place where they danced together my condolences go out to her family and to those whom were close we will all see eachother in heaven one day and catherine will always be looking down on everyone whos life she has touched
JUDY-JANIA GAINES
November 30, 2005
DONNA AND FAMILY,I AM SO SORROWFUL FOR YOU ALL.YOU ARE IN OUR HEART AND MINDS,GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU IN HIS CARE...LOVE, JUDY GAINES AND JANIA GAINES
Maria Cantalupo
November 30, 2005
Dear Dr. and Mrs. Woods. You have our deepest sympathies for the loss of your daughter. You and your family will be in our prayers. Gennaro and Maria Cantalupo
RON/ELAINE FRIDAY
November 30, 2005
SHE IS NOT REALLY GONE..JUST GONE AHEAD...
Lucienne Smorto Kolsun
November 30, 2005
Dear Dr. and Mrs. Woods:
Our prayers are with you and your family. Catherine will always be remembered in our hearts.
Karen (Lantzy) Farrell
November 30, 2005
Jon and Family,
No words can explain how saddened I and my entire(Lantzy)family are at the news of your daughter's death. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God will help you through this tragedy as he welcomes Catherine into His arms. I believe she must have danced into those waiting arms.
Sincerely, Karen
mary Ellen Dietrick Carson
November 30, 2005
Jon and family, My prayers are with you.
Mary Ellen Carson
Walter Johanni
November 30, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Donna and your family.
Wally Johanni
Gladden Community House Board Member
Eric Brandt
November 30, 2005
Dr. and Mrs. Woods,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Eric Brandt, OSUMB B-row 96-00
Traci Keller Brandt, S-row 88-92
Corby & Kelly Leach
November 30, 2005
Jon & Donna,
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Your family is in our hearts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Corby Leach (OSUMB 91-94) &
Kelly (Allen) Leach (OSU School of Music 91-94)
John Eagles
November 30, 2005
To The Woods Family-
On behalf of the membership of The Ohio State University Alumni Club of Louisville, please accept my heartfelt sympathy. While the loss of Catherine is yours, the tragedy is shared by many. We in Louisville hope the knowledge that so many people around the world have you in their prayers can somehow provide comfort.
"And in the night of death, hope sees a star, and listening love hears the rustle of a wing." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Carla and Clint Springer
November 30, 2005
Dear Dr. Woods and Mrs. Woods and family,
Our deepest sympathies for your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.
Sincerely,
Clint and Carla (Harris) Springer (OSU Alumni and TBDBITL parents of Jon Skaggs)
Nellie (Fye) Rematt
November 30, 2005
Dear Jon and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Schelley Lepard-Pierce
November 29, 2005
Greer-Woods Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Catherine. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I pray for comfort, peace, and strength, for your family.
Julie Cantrell
November 29, 2005
Jon & Donna
I am so sorry for the loss of Catherine. Are prayers and thoughts are with you.
Julie Cantrell
(The Tullers Neighbors)
Todd, Kim, Ashley & Brittany Taylor
November 29, 2005
We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your very young and talented daughter.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gary L. Boylan
November 29, 2005
Dear Dr. Woods and Family, I am so sorry to hear abouth your daughter's death. No words can describe the depth of sorrow this tragedy has dealt your family. May God Bless You All and Give You Comfort and be assured that Catherine is truly in Heaven with Our Creator. My deepest sympathies again. Gary L. Boylan OSUMB 1971-73 and TBDBITL Alumni 1973-2005
kimberly seimet
November 29, 2005
There are no words to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. We know Catherine from Dance Reach. I will always remember her smiling , beauty and grace. Such a senseless loss. God Bless you and your family.
Tammy Loftus(Coyne)
November 29, 2005
Donna,
My prayers are with you and your Family.
Lisa Davis
November 29, 2005
Dr. & Mrs. Woods:
I am devastated by the news of Catherine's death. She was truly a light in the world, from the time I met her at Dance Reach. Words do not do her justice. She was an honor to teach, and a beautiful dancer and young woman. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
With sympathy,
Lisa Davis ("Miss Lisa")
Mary Karabinos
November 29, 2005
To the Woods' family: I am very sorry for your loss of your loved one, Elizabeth. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of deep grief.
Denise Gressley-Snider
November 29, 2005
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you. Love to the whole family, Denise
Nancy Penner
November 29, 2005
Dear Jon,
My heart is filled with sorrow for you and your family, and my prayers are with you.
Nancy Kant Penner
OSUMB '78 - '81
Tim and Peg Kearns
November 29, 2005
Please accept our deepest sympathies in the loss of your daughter Catherine. She went to Kilbourne with our son. She was a shining light in this world and will continue to be one in heaven.
God Bless your family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ashley Tuller
November 29, 2005
Jon & Donna,
Im so sorry...I know that this is a hard time for you... I always try to remember the good times... Like when Catherine, Tori and I were little and we all went to Dance Reach together... I love you guys! Effie,Donna,Doc,and the rest of the family want to say that they love you and that there prayers are with you and the family! dont forget to stay strong and know that everyone sends there love and prayers to you guys..
Tim, Anne & Stephanie Hoffer
November 29, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless
Robin Kelley Masloski
November 29, 2005
I am so sorry Dr. and Mrs. Woods. You have my deepest sympathy.
Robin Kelley Masloski, OSUMB S-Row 89-93
Bob Semple
November 29, 2005
To this wonderful family, I pray you can overcome your sadness. Our family lost a son (Scott age 26) on July 3rd. The kind words from others who we didn't even know were helpfull. Our prayers are with you!! She is with God.
Doug Harter
November 29, 2005
Jon,
I am so sorry. My heart is with you and your family.
Doug Harter
Margaret Andrews
November 29, 2005
Jon,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and you family at this difficult time. God be with all of you.
Maggie Andrews
OSU Photo & Cinema, Motion Picture Lab 1962-1989
Rodney Miller Family
November 29, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We pray that the Lord will comfort your family and give you peace.
Rod and Kathy Miller and family
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