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Angela Olson
January 9, 2020
I think about you often still. The times up at the cabin.. we were making videos and listen to music for days. Road the four wheelers in the rain, you pulled your hood so tight there was only a little hole for you to see!! I was just telling someone the other day about the first time we met in school, we had lockers right next to each other. You finally said hi one day and were inseparable for years to come! We did everything together! My first real boyfriend was someone you met in the McDonalds drive through hahaha! We saw them up the road at a stop light, and you started screaming out the window and we followed them home hahaha we were nuts!! You were and still are one of my most favorite people! Your personality is unlike any other I've met still to date!! And that smile!!! Late night Turkey sandwiches which were made to perfection ONLY when you made them!!! Man, I miss you! I love you so much Rachel. I hope your happy up there...
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marie
December 5, 2010
rachel, it's beem a year almost, i still think about you all the time girlfriend! miss ya much!
angela
December 3, 2010
Were coming up on a year already Rach, you are on my mind more then ever tonight. I miss you so much. I keep waiting for that smack on the arm followed by "dude guess what" as you giggle and continue on with your story and huge grin on your face!! You were always so happy and excited even when we had nothing to be excited for :) so positive all the time. You were the best person to be around, i loved picking you up after a bad day, You always had me laughing. I still cant get a grip of the fact that i will never see you again, never hear your laugh or voice. Never see your smile. and never pick up the phone to dial your number. This is so surreal to me still. I feel like you just away for a while. As these holidays pass us by without you hear this coming new year i will think of you and smile, knowing your smiling back. Matt (my boy) came up there to meet you this past June, i hope you guys are getting along well, hes a goofball just like you are! u would have loved him! Tell him i love him too :). I miss you Rachy, SO much more then you will ever know. I love you...
Diane O'Brien
October 12, 2010
To my daughter Rachel, How you have been so missed by all of us. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about you. You where loved by so many. The memory of you beautiful smile and your sense of humor keeps me going. I love you!!!!!
Mom
Alisha Smith-Clausen
May 24, 2010
Dear Dianne, Tony, Michelle, Danielle and Jack,
My heart goes out to you all for your strength and understanding of the ways of this crazy world...It has its way of being devastating and sometimes ruthless..But there is always a reason behind every action...it pains me to say that but I beleive it to be true. Rachel was staggering, and her heart and soul more beautiful than a budding spring flower.I knew her infrequently several years ago(she was a very close friend of my cousin Casey), but the times that I did spend with her were inspired and alight with her 60 watt smile and sweet, shallow voice. Please know that this was an undeniable and shelfish act of God...he must have needed her for something great, and that gives me solace and peace..she was a wonder and I will miss her dearly, for all days to come, all of my love... <3
Jeannine Massmann
February 6, 2010
Diane and family,
I will always remember Rachel for who she is....very funny, crazy and has a beautiful smile. I will miss her sense of humor most of all. I know she is waiting for all of us in heaven. She is truely missed. I love you Rachel.
Jeannie Zeck
January 20, 2010
Dear Cousin Dan, MaryAnn,and all members of Rachel's family,
My prayers are with you in these days of such tremendous sorrow and loss. Rachel was so young and deserved a long, full life.
Please know that there are many people in the Zeck family and beyond who are sending you love.
May you find peace and comfort in your family, friends, and neighbors, and in your memories of your beautiful granddaughter.
Love,
Cousin Jeannie
January 19, 2010
O'Brien Family,
You don't know me but my oldest daughter Ashley was friends with Michelle when they were younger and my daughter Katie knew Rachel and had visited with her during her Christmas break this past December. I remember seeing you in church at St. Johns' with the girls. My heartfelt sympathy to you. I can't imagine what you are going through. May the strength of those who care help your pain and give you strength in the weeks ahead.
Jeannie Perovich
Darold and CIndy Tyrpa
January 18, 2010
Diane and family, We just heard of your loss. My heart goes out to all of you. I can not think of anything that would be more devastating then losing a child or grandchild. Diane we have known you all you life and I know you are a very stong person. Help Dan and MaryAnne through this. I know how proud they were of Rachel. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. God has her in his arms now. She is safe.
All our love and prayers,
Jade Hartman-Johnson
January 17, 2010
Rachels family & loved ones,
I'm very sorry for your loss.Rachel was an amazing girl. I remember all of our old times in middle school like they were yesterday. And although i hadnt seen rachel in a while i was sooo excited when i heard she was pregnant when i was... and really wanted to get in touch with her. Even not talking to rachel for a long time i often thought of her and her new family. I will always rememeber her for her huge smile and contagious energy! She was really an amazing person and will be truly missed. My heart goes out to you all .. be strong.
Rachel and I at work! I love you baby girl, and you will be missed
Chuck and Shannon Maresh
January 16, 2010
I worked with Rachel for a couple years at McDonalds.. I enjoyed every time we worked together.. Her smile, and her funny sence of humor. I didnt see Rachel for a couple years until I saw her this last summer at the SLICE OF SHORVIEW, and I dont think I have ever seen such a HAPPY Rachel in my life. She had her new baby with her, her boyfriend and she looked so nice, and you could tell she loved being a MOM! I miss you my dear Rachel.. I know your in heaven, and I know you are in a better place. Say HI to my Baby Girl if you see her! :)
Tim & Colleen Nelson
January 16, 2010
We were saddened to hear of your loss. We will not only keep Rachel in our thoughts and prayers but will include the entire O'Brian Family as well. Rachel was taken from you at such a young age
but do not judge a song by its duration Nor by the number of its notes
Judge it by the richness of its contents
Sometimes those unfinished are among the most poignant…
Do not judge a song by its duration
Nor by the number of its notes
Judge it by the way it touches and lifts the soul
Sometimes those unfinished are among the most beautiful…
And when something has enriched your life
And when it’s melody lingers on in your heart.
Is it unfinished?
Or is it endless?
Dennis & Carol Alm
January 16, 2010
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Lionel Peterson
January 16, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear that she's gone I wish I knew why but there's a reson for everything your gone but not forgotten I'll miss you Rachel
jennifer
January 16, 2010
i am so sorry to hear about rachel. my thoughts and prayers are with her family! she will be truly missed jeni dinh
tina
January 16, 2010
dear o'brien family,
i have heard so many great things about your daughter, even though i didn't know her personally, she sounded like a wonerful person. you're in my thoughts and prayers. i can't even imagine losing a child. may god bless you in this trying time
lauren hamilton
January 16, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Rachel will be greatly missed every day. <3
God looked around His garden
And found an empty place.
He then looked down upon the earth
And saw your tired face.
He put his arms around you
And lifted you to rest.
God’s garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best.
He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb,
So He closed your weary eyelids
And whispered "Peace be thine".
It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn’t go alone,
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.
Ashley Johnson
January 16, 2010
Dear Diane, Tony, Michelle (Cayden and Victoria), Danielle and Jack,
Im sorry for the passing of a great daughter, sister and auntie. My prayers go out to your family. I have known rachel for so long being michelle's friend and I know that she's looking on all of you and giving you strength right now and always.
January 16, 2010
Diane, Michelle, Dani, jack, Cayden, Victoria and Devyn, I am very sorry for your loss. Rachel was an amazing person, but she did leave a piece of her which will live on for along time. He was placed here for a reason! a miracle! Stay strong and know that god is with you, and know that if you need anything i will be here! Your family will be in our prayers!
Nicole Woods, Dave, Marissa, Mackenzie, and Sean
January 16, 2010
To the beautiful O'Brien family:
Let me start by saying how much I love you. I have known you guys my whole life and growing up with you all has left me with so many wonderful memories. You all are constantly in my thoughts and if there is anything I can do to help, please let me know. I know it is odd to say, but through all of this last weeks experiences, my faith has strengthened. I have prayed everyday and felt God's love more than I can ever really recall. I know He exists and He sends love to you all. Rachel is waiting, and will greet us with that big smile and warm laugh. Until that day, we are fortunate enough to see some of her through Devyn. Remember her love and allow her spirit to guide you always.
All my love,
Annah Schleeter
Jim and Linda (Nelson) Tarpey
January 15, 2010
Tony, Dianne and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Rachel. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. May God place his hands of comfort over all of you and give you strength in the many days ahead.
Samantha Bronder
January 15, 2010
This truly breaks my heart..Rachel was an amazing girl, & she was perfect for Cory, she was always happy & smiling..seemed like the happiest girl ever..this all seems so unreal..I'll be praying for the O'brien family..this is such a tragic loss..
Tom & Stephanie Kibler
January 15, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss and cannot begin to imagine the sadness you must be feeling. Our daughter knew Rachel and has spoken very kindly of her.
corey,rachel and devyn (2009)
lynn bronder
January 15, 2010
corey and devyn,
you will always be in our prayers and thoughts, if you need anything let us know . we love you
auntie lynn,tom
Sandy Jakowski
January 15, 2010
Cory and Devyn my thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying time.Love Auntie Sandy (Alexandria,Minn)
January 15, 2010
gary, sanders, rick,troy, brian,matt, james
January 15, 2010
Dear Dianne, Tony and Family,
May God Bless you and give you memories of Joy. I am so truly sorry for your loss.
Mary Hennes (Robbinsdale, MN)
January 15, 2010
Rachel your with my Pea now she be their to welcome you love you Jeff
January 15, 2010
Jeff Willoughby/Tami Deyoung/Todd Deyoung /Kerry Hansen/Amanda @ Billy Deyoung
valarie peterson
January 15, 2010
wow i did not know her but by the sound or everyone she seem like a real nice person you have my deepest sympathy
January 15, 2010
Danielle,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
The Kieger Family
marie and friends
January 15, 2010
Rachel is an angel. We all will miss very much!
marie martin
January 15, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart and prayers are with you all. Rachel will be missed greatly! I'm so sorry Rachel!
Forbes Family
January 15, 2010
Diane, Michelle, Dani & Jack, You are in our prayers during this time. Life is such an interesting journey & many times hard to understand. May you find strength knowing she is resting in peace with our maker. She was such a beautiful person & loved by many. We will continue to focus on the gift she left all of us, her son Devyn. He is fortunate to be surrounded by such an incredible family. Reach out & remember you are never alone, as others are here to lift up each one of your hearts. We love you & thanks for giving us the opportunity to have Rachel in our lives. Dr. Mike, Dawn, Sadie, Kaia & Christian Forbes
nicole janovec
January 15, 2010
i miss you so much. every time i think of you i pictre your beauty and that amazing smile. i love you
John Stenberg
January 15, 2010
Dear family of Rachels,
You will be in my thoughts and prayers through these harsh times.
And Rachel you will be missed dearly...
Katie Keck
January 15, 2010
My heart goes out to the O'brien family in this traginc time. Rachel was a beautiful girl with a great heart. She dated my little brother for awhile and used to come over and babysit my kids with him. My daughter thought she was the prettiest thing she ever saw and wished she could color as good as her...My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Katie Keck
January 15, 2010
Rachel was a beatiful girl with a good heart. I'm so sorry to her family for their loss. My prayers are with you in this tragic time.
Angela Olson
January 15, 2010
i will never forget that big smiling face of yours Rach. I love you and miss you more then you will ever know!
Tom Nelson
January 15, 2010
Dianne, Tony, Michelle, Danielle and Jack,
I am so very sad to hear the news about Rachel, this truly breaks my heart.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family.
I know these times are so very hard, may you find strength and peace in God, family and friends
Friend/Uncle Tom
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