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for Crystal Shiflett
Jesenia Montoya
October 26, 2002
Me and Crystal knew each other since we were in kindergarten and that grew into a beautiful friendship, then later Crystal grew into me. She not only was my best friend she was my sister. Me and Crystal had our crazy times in middle school, then when high school came along Crystal was the one who molded me into what I am today, If it wasnt for her I would not be accomplishing the things I am right now. Crystal you are my HERO baby!There were the times when me and Crystal would have our lil disagreements but we could never stay mad at each other, it was because of all that love we had for each other.Thank you Crystal for being my inspiration I love u sooooo much girl and I can not wait until I see you again. I feel that GOD gave you a short time to live yet a precious one. You lived life to the fullest and never cared about what others said.You were a real life angel that was here to teach us something;to never be afraid of who you really are, and now you were just sent home to be with our Heavenly Father. I'll see u later my crazy white girl.You just keep an eye on us your cute as chics and your wonderful family. Love u Gale and Grandma! God Bless you!
Maira De La O
October 24, 2002
As I read through the guest book, A tear sheds thinking my "CARROT" is gone. I look back at these weeks and it seems so surreal. Why does this happen to the best of us? We ask the most ridiculous question as to why knowing we will never get the answer. The truth is that our LORD only wants the best of us and I'm kinda jealous knowing how Lucky my carrot is to be up there with our lord.
It hurts to be left behind but I already assigned Crystal a job of taking car of all of us! She will guide us into the right path and kick us from behind when we're doing somthing dumb: she always did! I found a quote that went " DON'T BE AFRAID OF DEATH: BE AFRAID OF UNLIVED LIFE" AND I'm so glad to know my baby crystal lived her life to the fullest doing everything she wanted. And for verything she didn't get to do, she left many friends that loved her too much and we will live that dream to the best of our abilities.
Crystal and I made a type of pact once we became our class officers: we were partners at school and for life. And yes She's not there next to me helping me out but deep down inside, theres a voice telling me what to do, how well I'm doing, or how I need to rewind and do over. She was someone that when you met her, you couldn't get rid of her, even if you wanted too! ;o) One of a kind : that was my carrot. And i say the same to Gale: even if you don't like me or the girls, too bad, you're stuck with us! You've just made a huge adoption to a dozen kids that love crystal and consider her a sister. I love you Gale. Keep your head up, talk to my carrot, and dream sweeT dreams with her. Thats the way to keep her alive in our memory and to make time fly until we meet again. Until I see you in that white dress you felt so beautiful in baby........
Crystal and Michael
October 21, 2002
I really didnt know her but I got to talk to her through my friends that knew her. She is an angel to us, she will always be in our hearts. No matter what I will always remember her with a huge smile and a warm heart. And to her mom, Ms. Gale, remember she will always live on. Crystal, all your friends down here are gonna miss you but we all know we will see you soon, in our hearts and in our dreams. Michael Merino is sad to know that the one he loved dearly is gone. He cant picture this tragedy, but he knows that one day he will be with you. nicole is hurt dont know what to do. She still gets teary eyed when she pictures your face. She still can not deal with the fact you are now in a better place. Me (crystal Molano) I am terrified to know that you are gone. I still cant beleive it. I see your pictures and I always think I am gonna see you at school.
Why did it have to be you, why the great people, I dont understand, but I realize now that you are doing really good.
Love Always: Crystal&Michael
Crystal Doughty
October 11, 2002
I didn't know Crystal all that well living so far away, but I know through family how wonderful and intelligent she was. And meeting her that summer that you guys came down, I got to see how beautiful she was. I feel so extremely blessed and proud to have someone as wonderful as she was named after me. Crystal, though I didn't know you that well, you've always had a special place within my heart and it aches to know that I never had the chance to really get to know you, but I rejoice in the fact that we will have the foreverafter to be together.
Tammy Reid
October 10, 2002
Crystal, you are so beautiful and very loved. I am very proud of you and I will miss you. Your mother is so proud of you. She always told me about your accomplishments. You are her world.
I love you!!
Janice Osborne
October 10, 2002
I am a 2nd cousin to Crystal. I met her only once but those of you who knew Crystal knows that it only takes one time for her to have such an inspirational impact on your life. Crystal came out to Oklahoma two years ago and we sure didn't want to see her go home. Her bright red hair, big smile, and open joyful personality just touched us all. My heart goes out to you Aunt Wanda, Gale, and Sara. I love you guys very much. Remember, Crystal is no longer our earth angel she is now our guardian angel.And Crystal, Just remember Jonnie and Janice and the boys loved you very much and we will meet again some day in heavin.
Frances Garcia
October 9, 2002
My deepest condolences to Gail, Crystal's mom. I had the pleasure of working with Gail and she ALWAYS spoke so highly of her "baby." I too, lost a son in an auto accident so I KNOW the PAIN she's going through and will keep her in my prayers.
Brian Shiflett
October 7, 2002
Crystal was my 2nd cousin and I will miss not being able to see her on my visits to the valley,but I know she's in Heaven with the biggest smile on her face because that smile is for God and all the beautiful Angels. Gale and Wanda I am sure Crystal is and will be watching over you too.
My Thoughts and Prayers are you
Love
Brian
Lisa Tilbury-Matthews
October 7, 2002
To the family and friends of Crystal
There is nothing harder in life than losing a child. I know, because I, too, lost my son, Casey Tilbury, on July 5 due to a tragic car accident. He was 17, and his birth date was March 29, 1985. He IS my only born child. He, too, was gifted and full of wisdom in many ways, far beyond his years on this earth. Casey was a lover of music (drummer, pianist, guitarist), a lover of friends, a true lover of life. He lived a very full life in his short time on earth. He is now a shining star in heaven, as is Crystal. A beautiful friend shines with him, a tragic loss for her loved ones as well.
I feel the depth of your loss, and encourage you to seek comfort and support from everyone you know, and even in those you don't know. My greatest support is from parents, who like me, lost their children. Thank God for the jewels in life who have extended themselves to me without any more knowledge than knowing I am suffering having lost the love of my life. Without these angels, life would not be "going on" for me, even though it still "goes on" so slowly, so "foggy", so filled with confusion. But, I go on from their strength and prayers. I go on with the guidance and love of God above.
I will hold you in my prayers, as many are doing, rest assured.
As I am, many will try to guide you. I'd like to share the most helpful words of wisdom with you, and pray that it will help you as well.
You are now a member of a very special club. It's not a club we want to be a member of, and not one we wish for anyone else to be a member of. But we are members, and no one truly will know or understand the depth of your pain except for parents who walked the same path as you. Seek out these people in the club.
There are angels all around you. There are. You will see the world differently. You will be filled with an insight and wisdom that you have never had before.
You will be given messages from your angel above. Watch for them. Wait for them. They will come in the most wonderful forms.
There is nothing earthly that will help you. Turn to God, and open that spiritual path to the angels, to Crystal, above.
One of my angels gave me a poem that I want to share with you. It has brought me...tears, comfort, strength. It was given to me from another mom, who like us, lost her angel far too early in life.
I hope it brings you some peace.
I'm Not Really Gone
I can hear you at night talking to me, like I'm not really gone.
I see your tears as you weep for me, I wish I could be there Mom.
Time passes and heals the hurt, but I know you still hold on.
One mistake that changed everything, but I'm not really gone.
I'm in your smile that you gave to me when I was just a child.
I'm in your laughter, I'm in your heart, and that's right where I belong.
A circle of angels surround you, and answer every prayer.
I'm the one standing next to you when you feel me everywhere.
We do not end when we close our eyes; we open them to a beautiful place, that will only be perfect for you and I when I can once again see your face.
I had enough time to compliment life, and remember I'm not really gone.
Take comfort in knowing that I am your angel,
And I'm here, and I love you Mom...
Please know that none of this is from me, but is scattered jewels from the many angels who are guiding me on this "journey."
I reach out to you because of your loss, and all the ironic similarities our beautiful children shared.
I wish you peace and comfort in knowing that Crystal lives on, and she is with you, all the time, guiding and embracing you with her love.
Sherron Reeder
October 6, 2002
Gale & Aunt Wanda I just want you to know that you are both still in my thoughts & always in my heart. Though it's been years I will always remember the camping trips the family took and all of us kids riding our bikes together. I know that we were loved, and that love is all we take w/ us.
I love you all.
Phorn Sok
October 5, 2002
I'm one of Crystal's friend and after I heard about her death I was so terrify and felt like there's nothing eles to live for. It hurts me really hard knowing she's not going to be here in the world with us because of a fatal accident that friday night. I felt different after the accident because she was one of my beloved friend so during that sad week I could hardly go to sleep without thinking of the fun things we used to do together and the fun times we used to have with each other. I kept on feeling depressed and I am so SAD everytime I think that she's the only child in her family and that she didn't live life the way it supposed to be.
I couldn't stop myself from thinking about her alot and that tragic day. It haunt my memories everytime I think of a great friend I used to have. So well CRYSTAL may you REST IN PEACE and I hope you be happy and doing well in your after life time. I just hope GOD is protecting her as always and that I hope of seeing her when we meet again. In my heart shall keep it frame. To crystal's mother(even though I never met you), I hope you'll do well and you know all of us got to go up there sometimes but we don't like it when it's too early for GOD to take us there.
Cicili Mislang
October 4, 2002
Crstal keep smiling. Your smile could brighten the crazy days at Roosevelt. My condolences go out to the family and the friends of Crystal. When I was in leadership with Crystal, I knew that I got to meet a miracle of life. She was a leader of understanding but was also an extremely intelligent young woman. Her life on earth may have been short but she was accomplished, she went above and beyond what most people do in a lifetime. She had purpose. I pray for you Crstal and I pray for the family and friends, I pray that God comforts you in this time of mourning and that you will have peace in your hearts. May God bless each and everyone dear to Crystal.
regina reyes
October 4, 2002
I first met Crystal playing soccer.That season i was very upset that i didn't make the varsity team and now in hindsight I see that it was for the best.I got to meet Crystal,Isabel,Claudia,J.C. Patience and other girls that i have come to love.I was always the team prayer leader before the games.My prayers then were for safety on the field and for focus on the game my prayers now are for comfort for her family and friends.Knowledge that she is in a better place and peace in knowing that we will see her bright red hair and beautiful smile again.To every girl that played that season and this seaon to come I pray that you will play with Crystal in your hearts and minds and with the peace of knowing that she's up in heaven with all the angels watching your games and cheering you guys on.May God also bless Isalia,Isabel,Claudia and Joanna.
Debbie Carsh
October 3, 2002
Our daughters attended the same school,but only knew each other in passing.
Our hearts cried with you. Each day we've held you up in prayer. Just wanted you to know.
'May our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and God our Father, who loved us and by His grace gave us eternal encouragement and hope, comfort your hearts and strenghten you in every good deed and word.
2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
sonia diaz
October 2, 2002
ALTHOUGH I NEVER KNEW HER, MY HEART AND SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY,FRIENDS, AND ESPECIALLY TO THE MOTHER. YOU WERE BLESSED WITH SUCH AN ASPIRING, GIFTED, AND BEAUTIFUL YOUNG DAUGHTER.MAY YOU FIND PEACE AND COMFORT FROM OUR HEAVENLY FATHER.
sonia diaz
October 2, 2002
ALTHOUGH I NEVER KNEW HER, MY HEART AND SMYPATHY GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY, ESPECIALLY TO THE MOTHER OF SUCH AN ASPIRING,GIFTED, AND BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER. MAY YOU FIND PEACE AND COMFORT FROM OUR HEAVENLY LORD.
Trisha Herschfelt
October 2, 2002
My condolences on your loss. It is hard to find the right words at a time like this,to a family who must be so very proud of this young woman. May God ease your hearts and minds, she is in a very good place.
(a friend of Shirley Shiflett)
Emma (Davidson) Hathaway
October 2, 2002
My heart goes out to this family. May God bless you in your loss. I take comfort in knowing that only our body dies. Our spirit goes on to a better life.
I am a cousin.
Emma Hathaway
Maxine (Hilton) Orosco
October 2, 2002
God Bless and comfort all the family of Crystal Gale Shiflett. My prayers are with you. I am the 3rd cousin of Bobby, Barbara and their siblings.
Margaret Ann (Robinson) Tutor
October 1, 2002
My heart goes out to the family of Crystal Gale Shiflett for their loss. My prayers are with you. I didn't know Crystal personally, but she was family none the less. Bobby is my first cousin.
Barbara Shiflett
October 1, 2002
Crystal,you will always be in my heart by your Grt-Aunt Barbara. Everytime I see a little girl with freckles and red hair I will think of you. My prayers goes out to you Gale and Wanda I know Crystal was your everything.Crystal was a wonderful grt-niece and I enjoyed being her Aunt all these years and will be for many more to come.
Crystal is in good hands, with the Lord
Love to all
Barbara J. Shiflett
Victoria De Luca
October 1, 2002
Gayle, Wanda and family, our hearts go out to you all, you will be in our thoughts and prayers during this trying time. Crystal was always a pleasure, she always had a smile on her face. We remember a fun time with Crystal when her and Bree were cheering. We just pulled their ponytails so tight they had headaches...and the curls would never stay on those beautiful locks of red hair. We will always remember her. God Bless Crystal.
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