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for Lucy VanMETER
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Lia Bischoff Brassord
July 22, 2022
Remembering Lucy on the anniversary of her death. A bright light that was extinguished too soon.
Lia Bischoff Brassord
July 23, 2021
I will always remember Lucy with a smile on my face. I hope her children are doing well. I met Lucy on our first day of college at Smith College. A beautiful person inside and out.
Julia Rather
June 20, 2012
Lucy (and little sister Louise) lived across the street from me (and my little sister Mary) while we were growing up. We spent many summer days playing together as youngsters. Many, many great memories.
John Jasper
March 11, 2011
I worked with Lucy as a lawyer in Frankfort and never met a more intelligent, happy and beautiful person. The KY Bar publication brought this horrible news to me today and I am shocked. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Lia Bischoff Brassord
September 1, 2010
Lucy and her roommate Dana were the first people I met at Smith College when we arrived as the Class of '83. The three of us were fast friends our freshman year and I will always remember her bright face and easy laugh. How poignant that I hear this news today as the Smith College Class of 2014 arrives on campus and meets their classmates who will forever be a part of their history. My sincere condolences to Lucy's entire family.
Jiffi Rainie
August 30, 2010
Although I didn't knowingly cross paths with Lucy at Smith, I feel as though I know her just by looking at her picture and her infectious smile...she truly accomplished much in her short life and was clearly a wonderful person, wife, mother, sister, daughter, etc. I am very sorry for your tragic loss and send prayers your way. In time may you heal enough to celebrate Lucy's life with you. Hold your children tightly...
~~Smith College 1983
Betsy Shelley
August 30, 2010
I remember Lucy at Smith and what I remember most is her easy smile. She seemed to love life. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories of Lucy's love for life bring you comfort.
With deepest sympathy,
Betsy Burke Shelley - Smith '83
Brooke Palmer
August 30, 2010
I lived with Lucy in Capen House for our freshman and sophmore years, she was indeed a lovely spirit and delightful housemate. My sympathies to her lovely family.
Class of 1983
August 13, 2010
Charles and Jennie
I am shocked to find out about your mother.
Words cannot express how sad I am.
I will be praying for you during these difficult days.
Lucy was a special person and I consider it an honor to have known her.
Never forget how much she loved you.
Deb McInteer Substitute teacher Sayre School
Nancy Loucks
August 5, 2010
I was a law school classmate of Lucy's, and am shocked and saddened by her passing. I didn't have the opportunity to spend time with her these past years, but am certain she lit up the world she lived in as well as she did our class. My deepest sympathy and condolences to her husband and children, whom I am sure are simply devastated.
Tricia / Steve Milner
August 5, 2010
May the love and support of your family and friends continue to sustain each of you during these most difficult days..May cherished memories bring peace and a bit of joy to your hearts...You shall remain in the thoughts and prayers of many...God's continued blessings, Tricia & Steve Milner
Joe Harkins
August 3, 2010
Larry, I am still in shock over hearing the news of Lucy's passing. She was a wonderful person in so many ways and she will be deeply missed by all of us. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers in this time of loss. With deepest sympathy, Joe Harkins
sally headley
August 2, 2010
my heart is full of sorrow for all the family. I understand and feel your pain.
Paul Ennis
August 1, 2010
Larry, Just found out about Lucy's passing and wanted to let you and the kids know that you are in my prayers. Lucy was an amazing woman and will truly be missed by those who knew her.
Diane Osbourn
July 31, 2010
Larry
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Jenny and your family during this very difficult time. Diane and Caroline Osbourn
Barbara & Miguel Flores
July 31, 2010
Dear Larry and Family,
Mike and I were so shocked and saddened to learn of Lucy's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our love to you,
Bill LaBach
July 30, 2010
Larry,
Karen and I are deeply saddened by Lucy's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family. Bill LaBach
July 30, 2010
We send you our thoughts and prayers to the family especially to Mrs. Bryans and Louise--We are so deeply sorry for your loss--Gerri and Walter Badenhausen (Louisville, Kentucky)
Beth Hall
July 29, 2010
My condolences to all of Lucys family. I was a high school friend and have great memories of our years together at Sayre. I remember her exceptional handwriting almost as much as her infectious personality, intelligence and kind manner. I had great admiration and respect for her then and can see that she has blessed the lives of many. May you all find joy and comfort in your memories.
Beth White Hall (Class of 79)
Lynn Price
July 29, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you take comfort in your memories of all of the special things Lucy did for you as a wife and mother devoted to her family. God bless you.
~ The Price Family Dwight, Lynn, Bruce and Kayla
July 29, 2010
Larry,
I am so sorry to hear of Lucy's passing. In 1984, my first year of law school, I think she, I and Jackie Duncan had almost every class together. That remained so for a lot of our law school career. What a wonderful person she was and what a wonderful laugh she had. I am truly sorry for your loss. Cheryl Lewis
Beth & Tim Howard
July 29, 2010
Judge VanMeter, Louise, and Family--Tim and I are so terribly sorry for your tragic loss. We loved to see Lucy's beautiful face across the aisle on Sundays, and hope that time and God's peace will give you some measure of comfort in the days to come.
Bonnie Monahan
July 29, 2010
I have fond memories of Lucy from Smith College. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Lucy's family in your time of grief. May your happy memories bring you and your family comfort. With deepest sympathies,
Bonnie Mark Monahan - Smith '84
Reid Haney
July 29, 2010
Larry, Louise and Family -- I know words are inadequate, but my sincerest and deepest sympathies to you on Lucy's passing. She was very special.
Brian Carney
July 29, 2010
Judge, Browning, JT, Charles and Jennie- We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. We have fond memories of the Van Meter Family during our time in Lexington. We are so saddened and sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences. Brian, Amy and Sam Carney
Eric Pena
July 28, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Laura Frye-Levine
July 28, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Lucy's passing. She brought so much energy and enthusiasm to the Bluegrass Smith Club, where I first met her only a few months ago. I was greatly looking forward to working with her in the coming months with the Friends of Raven Run. What a sad and unexpected loss.
Sandra Heymann
July 28, 2010
Our hearts and our prayers are with all of you. We are deeply sorry. Sandra, Jason, Miles and Hunter Heymann (Sayre School Friends)
Emily (Newill) Murray
July 28, 2010
Larry, Browning, John Thomas, Charles, Jennie- I'm deeply sorry to hear about Lucy's sudden passing. My heart breaks for you and all of those who were touched by Lucy; I am sure there were many. What a beautiful spirit, dedicated wife, and loving mother Lucy was. That is how I will remember her. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With much love to you all, Your former babysitter Emily (Newill) Murray
David Henry
July 28, 2010
Larry, everyone at Ecton Park and Eastern Little League offer our condolances to you and your children. From everything I know, she was a wonderful and classy woman who served her community and family with great energy. You all are in our prayers and please know that your Little League family is always there for you.
Coach farmer Ecton
July 28, 2010
Judge i am so sorry for your loss i will keep you and the kids in my heart and prayers
Becky Smith
July 28, 2010
My niece Sarah Wylie is married to Lucy & Larry's nephew, Griffin. I'm deeply sorry for your sudden loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.
July 28, 2010
Larry and family, Tom and I are so sorry for your loss. I'm in total shock and my prayers are with you and your children as you struggle through this difficult time. Tom and Shari Johnston
Nancy Stephens Blevins
July 28, 2010
To Louise, Mrs. Bryans, Larry and family,
Lucy was the first person I called my best friend, and I called her that for many years. She made a lasting impact on me - - as did your whole family. I can never reminisce about childhood, or even Lexington, without Lucy in the memory. My thoughts are with you at this time, and know that she lives on in the hearts of many people across the country.
With deep fondness, Nancy Stephens Blevins and Family
Rolf and Cathy Linder
July 28, 2010
Larry, Louise and your entire family: We are so saddened by the news of Lucy's death. She will be remembered by all as a remarkable woman of grace, beauty, intelligence and quiet strength. Her devotion to your family was inspirational and her extraordinary commitment to Sayre will benefit families for generations to come. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all now and always.
Charles Roberts
July 28, 2010
Larry , please accept my condolences. Though I never met her, your wife is lovely in the picture and very accomplished. What a loss to your family and to Lexington. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. Chuck Roberts, KA, class of 1982
John Wallace
July 28, 2010
Larry:
I am so sorry to hear the terrible news. You are in my every prayer. May God comfort you and your family.
Monica Blanton
July 28, 2010
I am saddened by the loss of such an awesome woman. I have only been at Sayre a short while but I am very aware of the love and community spirit that resides here. Lucy was a strong part of that and will be sorely missed. I pray that the peace of the Holy Spirit will fall fresh upon the Van Meter family.
July 28, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. The Archers
Quantrell Auto Group
July 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rene' Williams
July 28, 2010
Larry, words seem inadequate to express how sorry I am for your loss - you and your family are in my prayers!
Julius Talton
July 28, 2010
Larry, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Angela Evans
July 28, 2010
Judge VanMeter: I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Katy Banahan
July 28, 2010
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Lucy's death. I have many wonderful memories of her, especially our years together at Sayre: so kind, bright and funny. I will never forget her painfully comic descriptions of her driving lessons with her mother! Her loss at such a young age is a tragedy and my heart goes out to all those who loved her, but most especially to Larry, their children, Lousie and their mom.
Carol Richmond
July 28, 2010
I didnt know Mrs Vanmeter,but what a beautiful young lady she was and whom died at a very young age. I pray that God will comfort and ease the lost that this family has endured. May her memories and the love that she has shown live on forever in your lives. So sorry.
Jackie Duncan
July 28, 2010
Larry, we are so sorry. Please know our prayers are with you and your children.
Jackie and Bob Duncan
Sister M. Lalemant Pelikan,rsm
July 28, 2010
Although I did not have the privilege to meet Lucy, I join my prayers with those of my family for Larry, their children, and all my other new-found cousins in Kentucky who mourn her passing. It is never easy to surrender our loved ones to death, but it is especially difficult when it is sudden and unexpected. Know that our sympathies are with you now and in the long, difficult days ahead.
Ed & Connie Struss
July 28, 2010
We only met Lucy a couple of times, but our memory of her was that she was sweet, funny and easy to talk with. Our prayers go out to her family for having to endure such a sad loss.
Patty Brauer
July 28, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the VanMeter family during this trying time.
Teresa Everage (Letter carrier)
July 28, 2010
Sending many thoughts and prayers for Laurance, the children & extended family during this time. May your memories give you strength in the days ahead. Take comfort in knowing an angel is watching over you.
Tad May
July 28, 2010
Larry,
am very sorry for your tragic loss. you & your family are in my prayers & thoughts.
Tad
Josh Salsburey
July 28, 2010
To Judge VanMeter and his family: I was deeply saddened to learn of Lucy's passing. I am very, very sorry for your loss and I pray God will pour out His grace and peace upon you during this time.
Jennifer Davis
July 28, 2010
I am so sad for Lucy's passing. I worked at aj casuals for years and Lucy was such a sweet and friendly customer. She always had a smile on her face and was always so nice every time she came in to see us. My heart breaks for her family because they have lost such an unbelievable role model and person. I am so sorry for your loss.
Dawn Brown(Shuey) Kims cousin
July 28, 2010
John Michael,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you during this difficult time.
July 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Van Meter and Bryans family.
- Mr. & Mrs. Jack K. Hodgkin, Jr.
Chris Hopgood
July 28, 2010
Lucy was a true friend who loved life and was a friend to everyone. I will always remember her wonderful, dry wit. May her family be consoled by the cherished memories of such a beautiful person.
July 28, 2010
Our condolences go out to Larry and the children. She will be greatly missed.
Molly and Woody DePerna
Libby Glenn Fisher
July 28, 2010
What a lovely tribute to an accomplished and bright young woman. Lucy was taken way too early, and my heart goes out to Larry and the kids, as well as all those close to her.
Libby Glenn Fisher, Sayre Classmate
Traci Badenhausen
July 28, 2010
I went to college with Lucy's sister, Louise, and have very fond memories of time spent with the family - my thoughts and prayers go out to all those who loved Lucy.
Richard Marshall
July 28, 2010
I have many fond childhood memories of the years I shared with Lucy at the Lexington School. Our thoughts and prayers are with Lucy's family and friends during this difficult time. What a blessing it is to have shared time on earth with such a special person.
Richard Marshall - TLS class of 1976
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