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Elizabeth Rada Obituary
October 2, 2010
Elizabeth Amy Rada passed away after a four-year battle with osteosarcoma, a rare bone cancer, and leukemia (AML). She died at home surrounded by her loving family.
Elizabeth loved attending The Charter School of Wilmington, where she was a senior. She was a member of The National Honor Society and the Bible Club, as well as the Manager for the Varsity Softball Team and a Peer Leader. She founded and was President of C.H.U.B. Club (Children Hospital Under Benefit), a group supporting A. I. duPont Hospital for Children. Elizabeth was a member of the Red Clay Creek Presbyterian Church.
Elizabeth loved to cook and developed a Family Heritage Cookbook with her Nana, Elizabeth Munson. She loved fishing at the beach with her Grandad, Edwin Munson and Aunt, Amy Munson. Elizabeth loved watching The Food Network with her Mom and baseball with her Dad. Each weekend, she enjoyed video games with her brother and cousins. She loved overnights at Aunt Sandy and Uncle Joe's. She loved God, road trips, roller coasters, softball, her BMW, the beach, her friends, her family, swimming at Nan's and her mini-poodle and best buddy, Crystal. She adored her best friend and older brother, Mikie. Elizabeth was kind, generous, deeply religious and surely bound for Heaven.
Elizabeth was the ultimate Pittsburgh Steelers fan and was fortunate enough to meet several of the players. Her favorite was Troy Polamalu, who became her friend.
Despite years of treatment, Elizabeth always had a positive outlook. She planned to attend Muhlenberg College next fall. The girl who always wore a smile wanted to become an orthodontist.
Elizabeth will be dearly missed by her parents, David and Sally (Munson) Rada and her beloved brother, Michael, all of Hockessin. She dearly loved her grandparents, Elizabeth and Edwin Munson of New Castle. She is also survived by her Aunt Amy Munson of New Castle. From Hockessin, Elizabeth is survived by her Aunt Sandy and Uncle Joseph Genett and her cousins, who were more like brothers, Joseph, Jared and Andrew. She is also survived by grandparents, Robert and Lindsley Rada from South Carolina; Uncle Paul Rada and family from Pennsylvania; and Aunt Gretchen Rada Willingham and family from South Carolina. Elizabeth had many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins from Wyoming Valley and York, Pennsylvania.
Elizabeth received treatment at the A. I. duPont Hospital for Children. The staff in every department treated her so kindly that she made many friends. Her family would like to thank the many health professionals who tried so hard to cure Elizabeth. Special thanks to Dr. Robin Miller, Dr. Mihir Thacker, Dr. Andy Kolb and Dr. Doug Katz. Also, special thanks to the wonderful staff of The Charter School of Wilmington. Elizabeth loved to support the football team, to maintain an "A" average, loved her fellow students and was proud to be a part of the Charter Family.
A funeral service will be held at Red Clay Creek Presbyterian Church, 500 McKennans Church Road, Wilmington on Saturday, October 9, at 11 am. Interment will follow in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may visit at the DOHERTY FUNERAL HOME, 3200 Limestone Road, Pike Creek on Friday, October 8 from 4 - 8 pm.
Flowers are welcome, or memorial donations may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, PO Box 749596, Los Angeles, CA 90074-9596 (www.wish.org) or A. I. duPont Hospital for Children, 1600 Rockland Rd., Wilm., DE 19803 (www.nemours.org).
To offer online condolences, please visit www.dohertyfh.com (302)-999-8277.
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Ana Pad (^^Parsa's mom)
November 3, 2010
Dear Rada family:
Words fail to express the depth of our sorrow. Liz has always been an inspiration. Her beautiful smile will always be alive in our hearts.
May God bless you and may you find peace and patience.
Dearest Liz, rest in peace.
Nancy Smith
October 13, 2010
Knowing Elizabeth was both an honor and privilege. She was truly an inspiration to me. She always had a smile and kind words for everyone. She was and always will be, an amazing young lady. May her amazing spirit help heal your sorrow.
October 12, 2010
To the Rada Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our daughter Karlee Pouser was friends with Elizabeth when they went to Anna P. Mote. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Pousers
The Genett Family
October 10, 2010
Dearest Elizabeth ~ It was an honor to be your aunt, uncle and cousins. From you, we learned more about life and living than ever thought possible. The world truly is a far better place for having had you in it and we are better people. You will always be remembered and so very greatly missed.
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October 9, 2010
A courageous young woman, indeed.
Her baptism into Christ Jesus is now complete. Prayers and condolences for her friends and family.
Robert Bruce Cumming
Sue Eberhart
October 8, 2010
Deepest sympathy to Elizabeth's family. She was a cherished daughter, sister and granddaughter. She will forever missed.
Kiki Adamopoulos
October 8, 2010
Dear Rada Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. It was an absolute joy to have Liz managing the softball team my first year playing for Charter. She's a blessing from God! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Christine Barabasz
October 8, 2010
To Elizabeth's family:
I came to interview Elizabeth and her mom to learn about her story for a fundraising appeal to benefit Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children a few years ago and saw Elizabeth and her mom at the hospital several times after that. I was always impressed by her upbeat personality in the face of her disease. She was bright and vivacious, as well as academically gifted. My thoughts are with all of you in your loss.
Cheryl Denney
October 8, 2010
To All of Elizabeth's family. Ray and I are very sorry for your loss. It sadened us to learn of her passing. God must truely need her presence in heaven. Please know the entire family is in our thoughts and our prayers. Peace be with all of you!
Susan Williams
October 8, 2010
Sandy and Family,
The love that you constantly display for your niece shows in all you do.My prayers are with you.
Mike Anthony
October 8, 2010
Dear Rada Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I am a close friend of Mike's at college, and I know he was best friends with his sister. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Betty Munson
October 8, 2010
Elizabeth,
I lost my favorite cooking buddy.
Love,
Nana
gwen lantagne
October 8, 2010
Dear Rada Family, I was so saddened to hear of Elizabeth's passing. I have always enjoyed seeing the entire family during visits to Dr.Poleck's office. Elizabeth was a very special patient. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Gwen Lantagne
October 8, 2010
Our loving thoughts are with all of you at this time. Grandparents of Kaitlyn and Krissie Miller who will miss your Daughter so much but will treasure the memories of having known her. Carolyn and Herb Miller
Maureen Kania
October 7, 2010
Dear Rada Family,
I was very saddened to hear about Elizabeth's passing. She was a very special person who touched many lives. I will always remember her as a friendly, bright, and eager 5th grader. May your memories bring you comfort and peace. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Chrissy Donahue
October 7, 2010
Liz was an inspiration to all who met her. Here never-failing smile, optimism and beautiful spirit couldn't help but endear her to you. I feel fortunate to have been her teacher, albeit briefly. I will miss seeing her, but will think of her always. You have my sicerest condolences.
Brian Starrett
October 7, 2010
When Liz was first diagnosed with cancer, I was lucky enough to become her homebound teacher. I looked forward to seeing Liz whenever her body was willing. Every time I left, I realized what a truly amazing kid she was. There were many days when she could barely move, but she always said she was feeling well and having a good day. We'll always remember you Liz!
Diane Zutz-Cummings, (former 5th grade teacher)
October 7, 2010
Dear Rada Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
John L
October 7, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss.
Joyce E Thompson
October 7, 2010
Sally & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your famliy at this time. May God Bless and keep you all now and in the days to come.
October 7, 2010
My condolences to Elizabeth's family. Here story is one of a sweet girl with a big struggle. So very sad.
Mark Mattei
co-worker of Paul Rada
Ron & Monique Evans and family
October 7, 2010
Elizabeth would light up a room just by walking in. Her beautiful smile and infectious enthusiasm touched us all. We are blessed that she was our friend.
Love and deepest sympathy to Sally, Dave, Mike and the extended Rada family.
October 7, 2010
Dear Radas,
Liz will be remembered for her legacy of love and laughter-she was an extraodinary young woman who had an enormous impact on all she met. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to her family and friends at this most difficult time.
Patt Leary (Hockessin, DE)
October 7, 2010
Hi Sally, Although I was not fortunate enough to know Elizabeth I know in my heart that having you for a mom was the best gift that God could have given her. Please know that you and your family are in my heart and prayers during this difficult time. God Bless you....(Cheryl Shank-Kemp Elkton, MD)
Natasha Gordon
October 7, 2010
Dear Rada Family,
You as a family and Liz will always hold such a large place in my heart. I have no doubt that she derived her strength from your love. Liz is an amazing young woman and I am honored to have been able to know her and you all. Your an extraordinary family. My heart goes out to you and you will be in my prayers always. Liz you will surely be missed.
Love always,
Natasha (LaClair) Gordon
Danay Wood
October 7, 2010
Liz was an amazing girl and I enjoyed every minute of her time with us on the Charter Track and Field team. She brightened up each day with her optimism and I'll miss her everyday. My prayers go out sincerely to the Rada family. I'm so sorry for your loss. She will be missed.
Tamasin Spinney
October 6, 2010
Gretchen being best friends in our younger years in Hockessin just wanted to give you and your family a huge hug from ours. Looking at Liz she looked so much like you and she did so many wonderful things in her life I wish I had met her. When we rode bikes together and fished in our neighborhood being carefree and innocent is what I pray she is doing now out of pain and being a fun loving child again like we had so we can all meet up again one day to play kick the can.
Janice Stoeckle
October 6, 2010
Words cannot express the sorrow and sadness that we feel for you and your family. Elizabeth was a wonderul young woman. And, as the song says, "the strife is over, the battle is won." Elizabeth is in Heaven waiting to greet all of her family who loved her, and her friends, like us, who loved and admired her for her strength and courage. God Bless You All!
Love, Janice and Joe Stoeckle
Maryanne Holzapfel
October 6, 2010
Dear Sally, David and Michael,
I am glad I got to know Elizabeth and see what an inspirational young woman she had become. May her spirit be a source of comfort to you at the difficult time. A beautiful angel has entered heaven. God Bless. From Maryanne, Kirk, Jenna and Matthew Holzapfel
Sharyn Gmerek
October 6, 2010
On behalf of the choir of Brookwood Community Church, I would like to express our sadness at Elizabeth's passing. One of our choir members is a neighbor of Elizabeth's Aunt Gretchen. We have been praying for Elizabeth and your family. Her brave battle against this disease really touched me as I have a daughter about the same age and can't imagine having to let her go. Elizabeth was obviously a very special person which reflects that she was the product of a very special family. May God comfort and strengthen you all as only He can.
With love from,
Brookwood Community Church Choir
The Moncures
October 6, 2010
Liz was extraordinary and inspirational; anyone who had the privilege to know her carries a sense of loss, but none so deep as her family-- our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Byron Crane
October 6, 2010
Liz was an inspiration to our family, and we all loved her very much, What an honor to have known her, and to be part of her life. All of our prayers and thoughts go to Dave, Sally and the entire extended family.
The Crane family, Hockessin, DE
Eileen Long
October 6, 2010
You will always be remembered. The world has lost part of its warmth and glory when you left.
Love always
Jill Wanex
October 6, 2010
Dear Rada Family,
Elizabeth has touched the hearts of many and will never be forgotten. She was the best softball manager, always smiling and having fun. Yet, probably the worst sunflower seed spitter around, but it always kept the bench interesting. She always knew how to put a smile on my face. Please know I am thinking about each of you, and will keep you in my prayers and thoughts.
The Wanex Family
Jill (CSW Softball '08)
Eric
Nemours PACU
October 6, 2010
The light that Liz brought to us will always be remembered. Deepest sympathies.
Betty Mokychic
October 6, 2010
We are so very sorry for your loss. Elizabeth was special and will always be an inspiration to us. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jen Ramos
October 6, 2010
Liz- you were the best friend a girl could ask for. I'm going to miss drooling over Sam Worthington in Avatar, arguing over Top Chef, and coming up with nicknames for each other. Your optimism and courage were truly inspirational these past four years. You will forever be in my heart. May you rest in peace.
Tu Pana,
Jen-Jen
Jodi Lutz
October 6, 2010
Elizabeth was such an inspiration to us through Brian's battle with ostesarcoma & Brian had always made sure in physical therapy that he was right where Elizabeth was. He always used her as his guide to make sure he was keeping up with her. She was so helpful to us & meeting her we knew that Brian could make it through this incredibly tough journey. She was such an amazing young woman & we are lucky to have known her. We are members of a "family" we all never wanted to be in but, having her in our "family" was a total honor. Our hearts are broken to hear of her passing & she will always hold a piece of our hearts forever.
All our love & prayers - Walt, Jodi & Brian Lutz
Karen Karchner
October 6, 2010
The CyberKnife Team at Helen F.Graham Cancer Center send our hearfelt sympathy.
Karen Karchner RN,OCN& Sunjay Shah,MD
October 6, 2010
My heart is broken from the sad news about Elizabeth. She was so blessed with such a wonderful and loving family. I never seen Sally or Elizabeth without a smile on their faces. I know we don't understand why this happened, nor should we question, but it just doesn't seem fair.Ginny,A.I.duPont Hospital
Iyonia Brown
October 6, 2010
The Rada family,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Elizabeth was a very lovely young lady and it was a pleasure to get to know her....
~~Iyonia(patient escort)~~
kathy/deanna
October 6, 2010
our heartfelt sympathy
Tara Wyatt
October 6, 2010
Dear Rada Family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Elizabeth. She touched my heart in so may ways, and I am going to miss running into her here at the hospital. I will never forget her smile, hanging out at relay, playing video games, and so many more memories I have of her. Please know I am thinking about each of you, and will keep you in my prayers and heart. Elizabeth's spirit will live on in all that love her. Love,
Jim and Michelle Johnson
October 6, 2010
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to your entire family at this time of loss. You are in our thoughts and our prayers. Liz will be missed greatly and remembered fondly. May God comfort you and give you great peace today and in the days ahead. The Johnsons - Jim, Michelle, Tim (CSW '11), and Amelia
October 6, 2010
Elizabeth brought a smile into every life she touched, she will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Brown Family~ David, Carrie, Jimmy (CSW 2010), Jenna (CSW softball), & Danielle
Robert Moore
October 6, 2010
My deepest sympathy and our prayers go out to you. I am sorry I did not get to spend some time with the Munson/Rada family during this time of need.You have all been in my hearts and I give thanks to god for th special place you had in my childrens lives Robbie nad Erin Moore. Your in faith Robert A. Moore JR.OC & Dr Rev Lynda F Moore
October 6, 2010
Dear Sally & Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of the most tragic loss of your daughter. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all...
Dan & Kathy (Tuthill) Hiersche and family
ERNA KYLE
October 6, 2010
DEAR SALLY,DAVID,MICHAEL,AMY,SANDY AND THE ENTIRE RADA FAMILY, I LOVED ELIABTH AS MY OWN DAUGHTER, SALLY WE HAD SO MANY GREAT FUN, LOVING MEMORIES, I WILL LOVE YOU ALL FOREVER, GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU IN HIS HEART FOREVER, LOVE, ERNA KYLE
Kathy Drysdale
October 6, 2010
We had only the pleasure of knowing Liz for a short time, but over the summer months, she easily won our hearts with her smile, enthusiasm, dedication, and upbeat attitude. She will be missed by many...heaven truly has one awesome angel in its midst!
October 6, 2010
To the Rada Family,
We know that Elizabeth will live forever in the hearts of those that she left behind.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Roger and Judy Hanks
The Werts Family (Touch of GlamourBeauty Shop)
October 6, 2010
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Elizabeth was a wonderful person, always with a smile. Our deepest sympathy.
alethieia curthbertson
October 6, 2010
My deepest sympathy at this very difficult time. Liz eill be greatly missed.
Alethieia cuthbertson
October 6, 2010
We are so truly sorry for your loss. Liz was a brilliant light who will continue to shine on. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God keep you in His loving care.
The Grasso Family - Bob, Lee Ann, Kate (CSW '08), Chris (CSW '11) and Caroline
Kathy J. King
October 6, 2010
My thoughts & heartfelt prayers are with you all at this time.
God Bless you.
October 6, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
Mallory & Meghan Cowan and family
(Charter Softball)
October 6, 2010
Liz was a truly special person and an inspiration to us all. She will be dearly missed and never forgotten.
Janice Wright
October 6, 2010
Although we never met Elizabeth, we knew her well through the love of her Aunt Amy. She was always in our prayers. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
With Sympathy,
Laura, Bill, McKenna and Jacob OGrodnik
Dawna Eriksen
October 6, 2010
Sending our sympathies to your family. We know that Elizabeth was a favorite of Aunt Amy's. Elizabeth is a student we would have all enjoyed teaching!
The Townsend Elementary School Staff and Sunshine Group (co-workers of Amy Munson)
Dawna Eriksen
October 6, 2010
Thinking of your family. My church has continued to pray for Elizabeth and your family over the last four years. Our sympathies on Elizabeth's passing.
(Co-worker of Aunt Amy's at Townsend Elementary and member of First Presbyterian Church of Delaware City)
October 6, 2010
To the Rada family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are truely sorry for your loss.
The Scalia Family,
Lou, Carole ,
Louie (Charter 08) and
Brittani (Charter 10).
October 6, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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