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Risa Shimoda
March 5, 2010
March 5, 2010 - I knew you as your kayak sponsor in the early to mid-1990s and will always remember your verve, enthusiasm and curiosity that took you down new and different paths. I hope to see you again one day, assuming I can get a pass to the good place you're now cruising...! Condolences to those you've left and congratulations to those same people for having known you. Risa Shimoda
July 17, 2009
July 17,2009
Dear Cathy and Family,
Our family extend deepest sympathy and prayers.
God Bless.
Florence Mac Lellan and Family
Halifax, Nova Scotia
The Graybeals
June 23, 2009
Cathy, Jamie, Tim and family,
We were so sorry to hear the news. Just want to let you know you are in our thoughts and our hearts go out to you.
Hugh Hall
June 23, 2009
Cathy
I just heard today. It has been many years but I remember Adam as wonderful individual. He left you much to be proud of and many great memories I'm sure.
June 20, 2009
Rest in peace, cousin Adam. Everyone really misses you. You've left many memories with your friends and family that will always be treasured. Gone, but never forgotten.
Love,
Kelsey
Joxe Aranzabal
June 17, 2009
“The Shandro family treated us as members of their family in the early 80s, when Adam was eight years old, and we barely spoke any English. Today is a day of sorrow for us too, here in the Basque Country. We remember Adam, and we keep you in our hearts Cathy, Tim, Jamie and your families. On June 21st, we will toast to Adam with txakoli, a Basque white wine, just looking to the Udalatx and Anboto mountains.” Joxe, Bego and Miren (Elorrio, Basque Country)
Justin Wells
June 16, 2009
It is true: Adam inspired me to live my life more fully. I have never met a human being with a more contagious spirit.
-Justin Wells
Stephanie Fiorito
June 14, 2009
Cathy, Lori, dear Addie & Ellie...
I am broken by the news that Adam is so longer with you in this physical world. I cannot find appropriate words to express my deepest sympathy.
I have too many fond memories of Adam (from back in the 90's) to share, but, there was definitely only one Adam Shandro...a gem, of the highest quality.
Chris Neff
June 14, 2009
I have so many fond memories that I'll never forget. All the day trips, filled with laughs and that infectious smile. Rest in peace buddy.
Bonnie L'Heureux Durtschi
June 13, 2009
Dear Lori, Addie and Ellie...
The unexpected is the hardest of all, and although I never met your dear husband and dad, I did know his lovely grandparents, Dr.& Mrs. Bill Shandro of Edmonton, who must have been so very proud of Adam during his amazing athletic endeavors. Our family (Rebers) also of Edmonton, and the Shandros were close friends; I would certainly like to contact them should they still be living, and if you might share their address since both my parents are now gone. When the Shandro Juniors moved to Boise, my mother truly adored their children, and cared for them in order to help Bill and Cathy get his medical practice started. Although I was unable to attend your Adam's memorial, I was there with you in thought, and grateful for your close support of many friends. With warm hugs...
Gretchen Cappio
June 13, 2009
While our hearts break for your loss, we see Adam's infectious smile live on in his precious girls. Wishing you peace and beautiful memories in the days, months, and years to come.
Chuck Dennison
June 12, 2009
Cathy and Ward,
Our hearts extend out to your loss. Our thoughts go out to your whole family. Chuck and Lia Dennison
Michael Doyle
June 12, 2009
Adam,
You got more out of 36 years than most people could manage out of 360. Thanks for setting such a high bar.
Lori and family,
A bunch of the Seattle people Adam touched will gather in Leavenworth this weekend, and raise a toast to you Adam and all of you.
Susan Durst
June 11, 2009
My sincere condolences to you all...I have very fond memories of Adam in my junior high reading classroom. His smile, his expressive eyes and his unbridled enthusiasm for life will always bring all who knew Adam great joy. What a legacy he leaves us all! I know I will try to be a better friend, a better mom, a better sister and wife--as a fitting way to honor Adam.
jim stoor
June 11, 2009
The summer of 92 was certainly one to remember...Laura, good to hear from you and, yes, I thought about and laughed about those times. We all shared our memories, some old and some new, back and forth for the last 5 days. Thanks all for the support given to his family...it did mean alot to both his wife, children and parents.
Lynn Bradescu
June 11, 2009
We are thinking of you and your family. There are no words,I send you love and energy.
Lynn Bradescu
Chandra Murphy family
Laura Herrick West
June 11, 2009
Adam you were one of the most awesome people one could have had the pleasure of knowing. Spending a week on the Salmon river with you during the summer of 1992 was beautiful and exciting, and jet skiing on the lake in McCall a little later than we should have was memorable to us and the neighbors. One truely felt alive when in your presence and your enthusiasm was absolutely contagious. Thank you for being you! Unforgettable.
Bill and Denise Hodges
June 11, 2009
Dear Lori, Kathy and Ward,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. We fill honored to have known Adam, and his wonderful family. What an amazing life and legacy. He lived his life to the fullest, and certainly had more adventures than most have in any lifetime. His spirit is higher than any mountain and deeper than any sea.
Lori we love you and know that good things lie ahead. Those darling girls
will be a constant reminder of his love, adventure and goodness.
Cathy...words cannot expres our deepest sympathy and love for you. May peace find you in this time of sorrow.
With Ward by your side, you will see the light of day again. Those darling girls will always carry the light.
Love and Prayers
Rich and Marcia Prasch
June 10, 2009
Lori- we are so very sad to hear about your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Bob Campbell
June 10, 2009
I first met Adam when he was 17, while paddling with him on the Bio Bio and other rivers in Chile. I still can feel his remarkable enthusiasm for life and the rich experiences it allows us if we seek them. He was a seeker, without question. Sincerest sympathies for his family and a host of fond memories in celebration of his spirit!
Adam and Kimberly Fuhriman
June 9, 2009
Ward and family,
Our deepest sympathies are with you. What an exceptional son, husband and father. We are so sorry for your loss.
Cheryl Roper
June 9, 2009
I am so saddened by this tragic news. I am so sorry. I remember meeting him at your double wedding.
Cheryl Roper, cousin
Kimberly Tower
June 9, 2009
Lori -
So terribly sad to hear of the loss of Adam. Our thoughts are with you.
Chris and Kim Tower
Debra Lane
June 9, 2009
Lori,
I’m so sorry for the pain, grief and fear you are enduring. Adam left Two Wonderful Treasures to give you courage to move forward with. Take your time, enjoy the moments.
Todd Olson
June 9, 2009
Adam's life was an adventure, and now he is on the next one... My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, down south in Mississippi. Todd Olson,(Screamin' Toad)
Erin King
June 9, 2009
Lori,
Our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
~Life's Kitchen Staff
Torin Oberlindacher
June 9, 2009
I will always remember our days skiing and hanging out together. I have thought about Adam a lot over the years and am sorry we lost touch. My heart and thoughts are with the family.
Kristen Hope
June 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Live, laugh and love!
Kristil Seybold Crabb
June 9, 2009
Lori and family,
Adam had a contagious smile that would spread down the hall as he turned when someone shouted, "Hey, Shandro!", in the halls at Borah. I hope you continue to catch glimpes of that smile in his girls and through out the places that he loved. May you find peace and strength in those moments that they will help you as you heal. Godspeed, Adam.
Erin Ebright
June 9, 2009
Cathy and Lori- thinking of you both during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. Adam sounded like a great friend and father-- and an amazing person who lived life to the fullest each day. I will be thinking of you this morning and in the coming weeks.
~ Erin Ebright, Preco Electronics
Scott Walker
June 9, 2009
Cathy, Jaime and Tim I am so sorry for your loss. Adam was the greatest friend anyone could ask for. We shared many adventures together over our childhood and in to young adulthood. I am sad that we did not keep in better touch but know when I think of Adam, I Smile.
June 9, 2009
Heartfelt condolences go out to the Shandro family at this very difficult time. Our thoughts and best wishes are with you all.
Dr. George Pfoertner & Janell Pfoertner
Boise, Idaho
Vicki Miller
June 8, 2009
Adam always brought Addie & Ellie in with such a proud father's smile....his love for those beautiful girls radiated always no matter what they were doing. They were always so happy to see him, they ran to him with such big smiles & open arms! I am grateful for the opportunity to meet someone who had such a passion for life & for his family.
All of us were touched by it & his contagious energy for living.
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family, my heart goes out to you Lori, Addie, Ellie & family.
June 8, 2009
Addie,Ellie and Lori, Natasha and I are so sad for your loss. Our family will be praying for you all.
Julie Williams and Natasha
Dave and Doris Paulsen
June 8, 2009
Dear Lori,
Just wanted you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughters in this difficult time. May God give you peace and strength.
Our Love,
Jennifer Sell-Hall
June 8, 2009
Shandro Family,
My sincere thoughts and prayers are with your family. I went to Jr. High and High school with Adam. I didn't know him well, but know that he will be deeply missed.
June 8, 2009
I heard the news and all I can hope is that anyone that new Adam was fortunate enough to have the good times that I had with him.The days on the mountain and cruising around in "the bug"those are times that I will never forget.
To the family I would like to extend my deepest sympathy. To his girls- your daddy was truly one of a kind.....
And to Adam-Thank You my friend for the goodtimes that we were able to share...Godspeed my friend.....
Scott Reynolds -Parma Idaho
Bonni (Davis) Erickson
June 8, 2009
Lori, just heard about Adam this morning. My heart hurts for you and the girls. I will be praying comfort for your family.
Tracey Sperling Quick
June 8, 2009
Lori,
It seems we were always running into you and Adam at concerts, restaurants, the airport where you would be heading off on some big adventure. It was always fun catching up with you guys. We are so very sorry for your loss. You're in our prayers.
Tim Rhodes
June 8, 2009
Lori-You have been through so much in your short life, I pray for peace, strength, and courage for you and children. There are no words to express the heartfelt sorrow I feel for you and your children. And, I know there are no words that can be said to ease your pain and suffering. You can ALWAYS call on me to be there for you.
Beckie (Stoor) Wayne
June 8, 2009
I drove my first fast car with Adam. I am sure many can relate. He opened many doors.
My greatest sympathies to his family and his circle of amazing friends.
Kristy Weyhrich
June 8, 2009
Lori,
My family and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. What an inspiring person Adam was. Please know you're in our thoughts. Thanks for being a great agent.
Bob and Franca Brower
June 8, 2009
Our deepest sympathies. Such a tragic loss.
Randy Swope
June 8, 2009
Adam was driven, skilled, enthusiastic and a mentor in life. I was with him in the early days on the river with the Lyons group.
To Adam's family: I am sorry for your loss, may the memories and smiles together guide you.
Mollie Granberg (Alexander)
June 8, 2009
I cannot say enough how many memories I have with your family from growing up right down the street. So many fun days playing in the pool, sleepovers with Jamie, and just hanging out together-Adam was a fantstic person-always so fun to be around. I was heartbroken to hear about the news about him. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you...please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. All our love Mollie Granberg (Alexander) & Family
Cathy Josling-Knipe
June 8, 2009
Adam was special in a spectacular way; A true love for life & a desire to bring everyone along for the ride. I'm heartsick for his family & I'll do anything to help you, Lori. Great memories & thankful to know that when we all visit the great outdoors, Adam's spirit will be there, too.
Michael Lilley
June 8, 2009
Cathy, Ward, Lori, Addie, Ellie, Jamie, & Tim,
Truly Adam was a man that loved life to the fullest and he always demonstrated it in every activity that I had the pleasure of seeing him engaged in.
My earliest memories revolve around the kayaking activities and keeping a vehicle under him as he was all over the USA doing whitewater things.
More recently the times that I would see him when he came by our shop it was easy to see that the girls were now what excited him most. His interactions with them will be what I remember most.
We here at Michael's Automotive send our condolences.
Personally, my prayers are with the entire family at this time. I considered Adam a friend.
Susan Nelson Robison
June 8, 2009
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I remember Adam always having a smile on his face at South and Borah, and was quick to say hello. I pray that you will find peace in the days ahead and comfort in knowing that so many people were touched by Adam and loved him. May God bless you.
Sylvan Dufrene (Shyrer)
June 8, 2009
Shandro family,
There are no words to make you feel better at this time. My deepest apologies. I new Adam in High School and he was always larger than life. His laugh was infectious and he always made everyone smile when he was around. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Glenn Ballungay
June 8, 2009
My thoughts and condolences are with the family, and friends.
Even though he is gone there are elements of him that I will never forget and will take with me to use in my experiences.
He will always be in mind, and spirit.
Jeanine Ward
June 8, 2009
Lori, Ellie, Addie, Cathy & Ward... my deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you all. Wish I could give you hug at the Memorial, but know that I will continue to pray for your hearts to heal. I will always remember Adam with a smile. Love and hugs to you from Gallup, NM... Jeff, Jeanine & Asher Ward.
June 8, 2009
QUEENIE AND THE KING WILL MISS ADAM SO VERY MUCH WHEN WE VISIT BOISE.
WE LOVED BEING WITH HIM. OUR SYMPATHY TO ALL. THE KOLPS
Tony Mamone
June 8, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the entire family.
Denise Bolen
June 8, 2009
Shandro family, I can't begin to express my sorrow for your loss. I knew Adam from jr high and high school. Although not great friends, he was always nice and pleasant to be around. I wish I would've gotten to know him better. Sounds like the world was a much better place with him in it. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Deepest sympathies,
Lacy Dunn
June 8, 2009
Lori,
I'm so very sorry to hear about this tragic accident. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let me know if you need anything.
Jason Carnahan
June 8, 2009
We have great memories that represent a LIFE WELL LIVED! We loved Adam and feel so blessed to have shared life with him! We will cherish the spirit of life he gave to us. With much love and warmth to you and all of the family. Jason and family
Josh Davis
June 8, 2009
Adam was an amazing person and I am sorry for your loss. I had not spoken to Adam in a few years, but was just thinking of him last weekend while back country skiing on west bank near Cascade. It was one of the many places some of us had adventures in high school. I am very thankful for the memories I have with Adam. My thoughts are with his family.
June 8, 2009
Cathy, Ward, Lori, Addie, Ellie, Jamie and Tim,
I just want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this diffucult time.
May you find comfort with your memories of Adam and the knowledge that there is a Angel looking out for you always.
Let me know if you need anything at all.
Love,
Cindy Trefren
Leslie Walters
June 8, 2009
Cathy, Lori & Family,
My earliest memory of Adam is in 2nd grade playing soccer at Monroe. His smile never changed in all the years I've known Adam. I always knew when we were all together, it was going to be fun - Like racing up to the hot springs at Banks with the Violent Femms blaring & singing our hearts out! My heart just aches for you all. You are all in my heart and prayers.
June 7, 2009
Dear Lori, Adelyn, Ellen, and Family,
I've known Adam since gradeschool and even then he lived life to the fullest. His smile brightened a room and his positive outlook on life radiated. I am so sorry about your loss. Please know we are thinking about you and your family....Brenda, Ryan, Tyler, Sophie Kramer (Boise, ID)
June 7, 2009
"The sorrow of the faithful is not that of permanent loss, but the tender sense of sadness that comes in saying good-bye for now to someone we love. May today's sorrow give way to the peace and comfort of God's love." –unknown
I would like to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. To lose someone we love is very heart breaking. And the days ahead will be challenging but we can gain the needed strength from our heavenly father.
Irene
David Golden
June 7, 2009
Adam was a great freind. To the family I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed very much.
Liz Gerber
June 7, 2009
Lori, Addie, Ellie, Jamie, Cathy, Ward, Tim, Hans, Margot, and Nina - I will give a hearty toast to Adam with my loved ones as you request. I have been touched by Adam through Jamie and her love for life. I know that Adam was a source of inspiration for her and consequently for me. I hope to share that love life with my own daughter and pass on the Shandro spirit. My love to you and your family.
Wendy Thompson
June 7, 2009
Dear Ellie, Addie and Lori, We send you our prayers and love during this difficult time. Kenzie and Teacher Wendy
Joanne Fritz
June 7, 2009
I am infinitely grateful for the comfort of Angels for Cathy, Ward, Lori, Addie, Ellie, Tim, Jaime & family. May you be held in the arms of Angels in every moment.
Jenn Drake-Thornfeldt
June 7, 2009
I can't believe my buddy is gone. Life in my teens and twenties was much more fun and adventerous because of Adam. He was the only person I could never say 'no' to. I'll never forget him...
Rachel & Tim Lalley
June 7, 2009
Dear Cathy, Lori and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Adam was such a wonderful person with an appetite for living life to the fullest. Whenever he was around you knew a great adventure would occur. He never ceased to amaze and surprise us. Please know our hearts and thoughts are with you.
Rachel Johnston
June 7, 2009
I'm so sorry for your loss, Lori. My heart extends out to you....let me know how I can serve your family at such a time as this. Rachel Johnston.
Bill Hatch
June 7, 2009
To Cathy, Jaime, Timmer and other members of the family:
My heart, thoughts and prayers are with you. All my memories of Adam include a smile.
cindy walker (eason)
June 7, 2009
Cathy, Lori, and kids,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Cindy Walker (Eason) and Bonnie Walker Boise Id
Hawk McKonkey
June 7, 2009
I miss my friend -- BLUE SKIES HAPPY DAYS
Liz Rosenthal
June 7, 2009
Dear Lori, Cathy, Ward and family, My thoughts are with you. Adam was a wonderful person and seemed to be always enjoying life. I hope that his love for outdoor adventure lives on with Ellie and Addie.
Jim & Donna Clark
June 7, 2009
Lori, we are so sorry for your loss. Our condolences to your family. You are a great agent!
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