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Jennifer Hershon
March 18, 2021
I was just thinking about Katie the other day when she crossed my mind. Although our relationship was brief and a professional one, the light she brought is unforgettable. I hold the family and Jim in my heart and pray their live paths have found a way to continue forward. With love and grace to you all
Diane Huarte
March 19, 2012
You are on all our minds now that a year has gone by. Thank you for making it clear, that you are not far, that you are near, all we have to do is reach for you, you are there, you and those beautiful kids. Love you Katie, XoXo Di
Gene Camfield
April 23, 2011
Dear Carol and Labe,
It was with sadness that I learned of your loss. I pray that God comforts you and your family during this time.
Gene Camfield
St. Louis
(Springfield)
Cary Pappas
April 2, 2011
Labe and Carol,
You were wonderful neighbors when we all lived on Bowman's Mill Rd. I am so very sorry for the devastating loss of your daughter and grandchildren. Please know I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
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Amie O'Toole
March 31, 2011
Katie was one of my closest friends - we met in San Francisco training for a marathon together. We became fast friends, bonding over long runs. Even though we've lived far apart the past several years, we have remained close - even vacationing together with our families. I will always treasure Katie and all our times together - she was truly an amazing person and a wonderful, caring, thoughtful friend. My heart aches for you, Jim - I am speechless and saddened beyond comprehension. Love to you always.
Emily Sellner Kaplan
March 28, 2011
My thoughts and love are with the family of Katie J., a special friend and teammate. I have many fond memories of our time at Taft and spending time together in San Francisco. I love you, Katie J.
March 27, 2011
Another name from the distant past. I was Katie and Phelp's nanny for the school year 74-75 in Lexington. I have such wonderful memories from that year. My heart aches for your family and you will all be in my prayers.Becca Simpson, Louisville, Ky
March 26, 2011
Labe and Carol,
Those in the Bluegrass are heartbroken over you loss. Your distance and new home do not keep us away from thinking of you and sharing your grief. Our love, Lendy and Darrell
Gigi Stewart Bailey
March 26, 2011
Dear Carol & Lab..I am such a distant name from your past but I just want you to know how very sorry & sad I am to learn of your daughter's passing. I did not know her but I am sure she was a wonderful, caring person whose life has been cut way too short. Just wanted you to know I have you & your family in my thoughts & prayers.
Gigi
Josh Nicotra
March 25, 2011
Katie was a shining light during my time at Taft. We only spoke a few times over the years since, but I've always considered her a friend. My condolences to her family and friends who have suffered this incomprehensible loss.
Diane Huarte
March 25, 2011
Katie truly was a pleasure to work for. When I read the news, it really felt as though I was stabbed in the heart, sick & heartbroken, I wept. My thoughts of disbelief turned to Jim and Katie's mom. I thought, if I am feeling this way, these feelings must be multiplied by a thousand to them. My prayers go to Jim, Katie's family and to Katie and her gorgeous lovable kids. I never realized how important of a person she was to me until now. I am at a loss for words. She was one a million. Love you Katie, Always, Di
March 25, 2011
My condolences to you at this tragic time. I went to school and graduated with Labo.
Patsy Robinson Long
Frankfort, KY
Mehdi Rangchi
March 25, 2011
Jim so sorry for your loss. It has been an Honor knowing you and your family. If you ever need anything please call me. Love Mehdi from East West Partners.
Pamela Beecroft
March 25, 2011
Katie and I were monitors together at Taft our 11th-grade (aka upper-mid) year. She was so much fun. She always felt good to be around. She always made you feel accepting of yourself and accepted. I had kept thinking I should get in touch with her again - my great great loss that I didn't and now can't. All my prayers for everybody she and her children leave behind. I am so terribly sorry.
Apollo-Rizzo Marjorie
March 25, 2011
Although I nver met Katie, Hannad and Wyatt i feel I know them thru our dear friends Jim and Silvana Tabacchi. they are the Godparentsw to my seven year old Samantha. I felt their sadness and pray for you and your family that the Lord may give you strength to carry on life just like Katie did. Our thoughts and prayers are and will always be with you> God Bless,
Marjorie Apollo-Rizzo and family Demarest, New Jersey
Jennifer Hershon
March 25, 2011
Dear Jim
I worked with Katie and met you both in your home on a professional basis. I am deeply saddened for your tragic and senseless loss.
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jennifer Hershon
March 25, 2011
May God give you faith, peace, comfort and strength as you endure your loss. My husband Robert Cox worked for Labe and Carol Jackson, building and remodeling their home, My heart is sadden to
hear of your loss. Grace Cox, Lexington, Ky.
March 25, 2011
Labe & Carol, I'm so sorry to read about this horribly tragic loss. Bonnie and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers for quite some time. Billy Gatton & Bonnie Quantrell Jones
Phoebe Hyde
March 24, 2011
All who knew Katie knew her strength and humor; I'm sure her children had much of the same. As an old classmate and friend I send my deepest condolences to the family and to the community.
Caroline Noel Cooper
March 24, 2011
I went to Taft with Katie, and I will always remember her big smile, her kindness to everyone, and her amazing basketball talent. I am so sorry for your horrible loss.
D
March 24, 2011
What a sad and tragic loss..I have lost one child, but to loose a whole family I can not even imagine how broken you all must be..There is some peace knowing a loving mother loving carried her children up to heaven with her..
Logan and Marie Jacobs
March 24, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of this tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers to each and everyone.
Steve L
March 24, 2011
I knew Katie through Wyatt and the mighty mites. He was such a great kid, I can see his smile right now. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Jim.
March 24, 2011
I'm so sorry to read about this tragic loss. May God and the love of others support you.
Kim Coulter Davis
March 24, 2011
Katie was an inspiration to so many, and she had a smile that made you feel good about yourself when she smiled at you. She was a devoted mother and wife and the love for her family was so endearing. Our prayers are with Jim and her family in this time of sorrow. ~Kim Coulter Davis
March 24, 2011
I am sorry for your loss, God bless you.
Respectfully,
Art Gates
March 24, 2011
May God bless you and keep you through this very sad time. Our prayers are with you.
March 24, 2011
Bless you, in this time of sorrow and loss.
March 23, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Corky Gillis
March 23, 2011
The most beautiful family, and true participants in LIFE, we are fortunate to have shared even a brief time with you and the kids on Normans Cay. Our love will be with you and your family always. Corky and Nancy Gillis.
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