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Sandra Graham
March 12, 2002
To Blakes Parents:
I am the mother of Ethan Graham who was shot a killed in his apartment Monday Feb. 18. When I heard about your son my heart went out to you. I really know the pain of losing a son so young and so violently. I have wanted to contact you just to give you my support. I know that words from a stranger may not mean a lot but I know that somehow we will get through this pain. It is a pain that I hope no other parent will have to bear. For some reason the news of your son touched me more than anything else we hear in the news. Feel free to contact me by my e-mail address if you wish. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Sandra Graham
ROBYN MCPHAIL
March 10, 2002
MY BELOVED BLAKE
I WILL NEVER KNOW THE REASON WHY,
GOD CHOSE YOU-WITH NO GOODBYE
IT DOESN'T SEEM TO EASE MY PAIN,
MY TEARS KEEP FALLING LIKE THE RAIN
SINCE YOUR BIRTH YOU'VE BEEN LIKE MY BROTHER,
MY SISTER WAS SUCH A LOVING MOTHER
YOUR SMILE AND WIT WAS NEVER ENDING,
THIS IS WHAT KEEPS MY HEART FROM
MENDING
YOU HAD SUCH A PASSION FOR FAMILY,
FRIENDS AND CARS,
YOU EVEN ENJOYED AN OCASSIONAL CIGAR
I WILL THINK OF YOUR MEMORIES EACHDAY,
KNOWING WE WILL BE REUNITED SOMEDAY.
I LOVE AND MISS YOU!!
AUNTIE RAH RAH
Taunya Tinsley
March 5, 2002
My condolences and prayers go out to your family. My brother Ethan Graham was shot and killed on 2/18/02, so I know and feel the pain you are going through. There is nothing that I can say that will diminish the pain but believe what I know: With God and time everything will be alright. Everyone keeps telling me to remember the good times, so you too, remember the good times.
Taunya Tinsley
Pittsburgh, PA by way of Brooklyn Park, MN
an old friend
March 4, 2002
i havent seen blake since 10th grade but when i heard the news i just broke down, which goes to show how much of an impact blake had. all my memories of him are good. a sence of humor like his is hard to find these days. i lit a candle for him. my deepest regrets go out to his family and friends. its such a painful thing. things like this just shouldnt happen. i'll miss you blake and I will never ever forget you.
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Andrea Hennen
March 4, 2002
I am a friend of the family. My heart goes out to the Family members and Friends at Edina High School. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time.
Lisa Cohen
March 2, 2002
Even though I never knew Blake I wanted you to know that my heart goes out to your family. You will be in my prayers for a long time. I just wanted you to know that you are being cared about by complete strangers. No parent should have to bear this kind of pain. I am so very sorry this has happened. The only good thing about grief, is it is about love.
Randy Baker
March 2, 2002
I am a neighbor and friend of Blake Rogers. For ten years I have watched Blake grow. When he was younger Blake would come over and play cards and monopoly with my children. Then they would go across to the church and play football. Most recently Blake would talk to me with such pride about his new Monte Carlo. Once in a while we would get together and Blake would help me fix problems I was having with my stereo system. I will aways remember Blake with fondness.
Cleo Enroth
March 2, 2002
I am a former co-worker & friend of Linda's. I cannot imagine the pain that you are in Linda. But remember that the light of your life and the twinkle in your eye is now the precious angel on your shoulder. He will always be with you and Russel. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Michelle and Duncan Lasley
March 1, 2002
Although we have not seen Blake for about 2 years, we have many fond memories of a young boy who was a great friend to our son, Zach. Blake always had a smile on his face and although the two boys did enjoy getting into mischief, they were respectful of others as well as to each other. We will never forget Blake nor will all who came in contact with him.....he was very special. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those who loved him.
Kari Wiebe
March 1, 2002
I'm Blakes cousin. Blake was a very good cousin and good friend. We did a lot of fun things when we were younger. Blake was always easy to get along with and a fun person to be around. Blake always had a smile on his face. Im really gonna miss you Blake. You were a good friend and great cousin.
Love Kari
Kathleen Kimball-Baker
March 1, 2002
Blake was my friend. There was a 28-year difference in our ages, but Blake was always kind and polite to me, and I have always considered him my friend. He helped me with my stereo, with making decisions about my car, and moving heavy things. He came to a photoshoot for the cover of a magazine I edited and he appeared with 3 other teens on that cover. I really appreciated him taking time out to do that. He played catch with my youngest son and basketball with my oldest son. He and my daughter were the same age. When he was a little boy, he hung out at our house and was a delightful guest. We went to Twins games together. As he grew older, I tried to look out for him as his neighbor, and I always felt he did the same for me. I will miss waving hello and goodbye to him nearly every day.
Phil Olson
March 1, 2002
Our thoughts, our prayers and our sincere condolences are with you. May they, with those of others, help you find comfort.
PENNY ROGERS
March 1, 2002
I AM A FRIEND OF A FRIEND OF ROBYN. I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SAY THAT I AM, ALONG WITH MY WHOLE CHURCH, PRAYING FOR YOUR FAMILY. I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. PLEASE KNOW THAT GOD WILL BE WATCHING OVER YOUR SON AND YOUR WHOLE FAMILY. I WILL ALSO PRAY FOR YOUR HEALING.
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY,
PENNY ROGERS
Linda & Mark Daley
March 1, 2002
Russ & Linda,
Our hearts go out to both of you and all your family. We love you very much and pray that God will help you through this most terrible of ordeals. Many, many hearts are breaking along with yours, please know that everyone at the K of C is thinking of you and mourning with you. Linda & Mark
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