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Patricia Snowden
September 15, 2015
Your fun loving spirit is always with us...X♡X♡
Danya
November 28, 2011
-I know this is late but I only just saw this message board-
I fell in love with Christopher as a baby when I first saw him at Elan Fitness center. He was SO adorable, soft and sweet! There was something so kind about his nature and the expression that came from his shy smile underneath his tufts of red hair, that only further revealed what a gentle soul he was. I was graced with the opportunity to care for him at their family home for over a year and felt welcomed and part of a very loving, kind family. I am honored to have babysat for him and gotten to know the Snowden/Balestreri family and know for Chris as long as I did. I have been deeply saddened by him moving on and my heart breaks for your loss. I truly wish you all the best in your healing and think of you often. Love, Danya.
I'm so grateful I got to meet him as a young man 16 years later and talk with him :)
October 31, 2009
Greg, Sophia, Michael, and Jeremy,
We are deeply saddened to hear about
Christopher. Life is so fragile and he was so loved and valued. Please
know that you are surrounded by a large circle of friends that extend their support. We hold you all in our
hearts and take comfort in the sweet memories of this beautiful young man.
With love,
The Tillson Family
Bill Teague
October 22, 2009
Dear Mr. Gregg Snowden and Ms. Sophia Belforte Balestreri,
Please accept my deepest condolences; I only learned earlier today about the passing of your fine son, Christopher Page Snowden. By telephone Staff Sgt. John Berube informed me this late morning.
Since receiving the news, I have learned more about Christopher's life and family and dreams from several memorial postings, lovingly and sensitively written.
It was my honor to coordinate Buddhist Services at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, which, I am told, Christopher attended. This attendance should perhaps not be surprising, as the Unitarian Universalist Church has long been a friend to so many spiritual paths.
I am sorry I did not know Christopher better. But it is comforting to read and learn about him, and how he was surrounded by such a large, loving family and so many thoughtful, caring friends.
Tonight at home and on Sunday at MCRD, we will burn incense in memory of your son. That act is not meant to be presumptive about Christopher's condition in the beyond or his native religious affiliations.
Rather we burn incense in his memory to mark his passing formally, to thank him for what he did while he was alive, and to be soberly reminded of the fragility of this life.
Again, please accept my sincerest sympathies. I believe the Staff Sgt. has my telephone number to share with you, if I can be of assistance in any way.
Paul Katz, M.D.
October 18, 2009
Dear Sophia, Greg, Michael and Jeremy,
I am shocked and saddened to hear just now of Christopher's passing. His subtle wit, boyish grin, flame-red hair and self-deprecating humor always brought lightness to the exam room and the office, even if the subject were not that light.
Your concern, caring, guidance and support for Christopher was exemplary as parents and brothers.
I mourn with you and remain at your service.
Toni Jones
October 16, 2009
Dear Gregg,Linda,Michael & Jeremy,
My family and I are deeply saddened by the loss of your son Christopher. Our memories are few but wonderful and full of fun. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief and we pray all your wonderful memories shall bring you comfort along the way. All our love, Ray,Toni Jones and family
Zany Rumon
October 16, 2009
Greg, Sophia:
No words can express how sad we are for your loss. Watching you parent Christopher we saw the love, support and friendship you had with your beautiful boy. He was lucky to have you as parents.
Mikey & Jeremy: Chris loved you so much. . .you were great brothers to your smart and complicated big bro.
We are sending you all our strength and love to you during this difficult time. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help ease your pain.
XO-
Zany, Kevin & Lyle
John Shurtz
October 16, 2009
Dear Sofia and Greg,
I am so, so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Christopher. May the many wonderful memories you and your family have of him bring you joy and gratitude for the time you shared, even in these difficult times.
With love and support, John Shurtz
Nadesan Permaul
October 14, 2009
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.
Barbara Bell
October 14, 2009
I am so very sorry for your loss. I can not imagine how you all feel and are coping. Although I live so far away now I do remember watching all your great boys grow up. My email is [email protected] if you ever want to get in touch. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Barbara Bel
Judy Mayne
October 12, 2009
Dear Snowden Family & Friends,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your son. As a mother I can't imagine the pain that needs healing. I have been sending prayers to you since Kevin told me the news last week. I hope all of our prayers will help you find strength for your healing.
All my blessings,
October 12, 2009
Dear Sophia, Greg, Jeremy and Mikey:
We were so deeply saddened to hear of your loss. We thank Christopher for his dedication and service to our country. May his star shine brightly and forever in your hearts.
Much love to all of you.
Marlana, Dan, Alec, Brandon & Logan
October 12, 2009
October 12, 2009
To the family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Christopher. Please accept our deepest wish for courage, acceptance, and peace at this most trying of times. We honor his service to his country and you, his family, who loved him best of all.
Brian, Linda, and Nathan Crawford
Gerry Drake
October 12, 2009
I can't imagine what your family is going through. I wish I had gotten to know Chris better. He was a good friend to my sons and they have always had great things to say about him. May he rest in peace. Your family is in my prayers.
Julie Johnston
October 11, 2009
October 11,2009
PEACE AND COURAGE
CHRISTOPHER WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU.
JULIE AND PAT
Mike & Lynn Velloza
October 11, 2009
To the family of Christopher Snowden, words cannot express what you are going through and how you feel at this time.
Our prayers are with your family.
Please accept our deepest condolences.
October 11, 2009
To Christopher's family and friends -- I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I pray that it brings you some small measure of comfort to know that many of us who never had the privilege of knowing Christopher nonetheless join you in grieving his loss, and unite in thanking him for his service to our country. God bless and God speed Christopher.
October 11, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to Christophers family and friends.God bless Christopher.Our prayers are with you all. ~Steve Nicholson&Family
Nancy Oswald
October 11, 2009
On behalf of my family members here in Marin and sons serving in the military
I send deepest sympathy to the family of Christopher Snowden.
We thank him and honor him for his great service and sacrifice.
Melissa Honig
October 11, 2009
We are shocked and saddended to hear of your terrible loss. Wishing you the warm embrace of family and friends to sustain and comfort you through this most painful time. May God hold you all in the palm of His hands... and most gently. ~ Melissa Honig
Jan Thomas & Family
October 11, 2009
Sofia,Greg,Jeremy, Mike and Family:
In that there are simply no words to console the heart as you experience this devastating loss, please know that we wrap you warmly in our thoughts and prayers, and trust that Christopher's star will shine brightly, forever and for many. I am happy to have had the opportunity to know him - not well, but enough to appreciate his unique and quiet determination. In the words of an Indian mystic, "death is not putting out the light, but only extinguishing the lamp because the dawn has arrived."
Linda Delair
October 11, 2009
Dear Sophia, Greg, Jeremy, Michael,
We are deeply saddened by Chris' passing. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Linda Delair & Daniel Holeman
Dan Bell
October 11, 2009
Dear Greg, Sophia, Jeremy and Mikey, We are all so sorry to hear about your loss, Ashley and Elizabeth send out heartfelt condolances to your family. We have been lighting candles, showing the flag in Christopher's honor. Let us know it there is anything we can do? Christopher was such a great kid/young man. He will forever be in our hearts and thoughts and prayers. Your family has to stay strong, united at a time like this. Dan, Ashley, Elizabeth, and Renee
October 11, 2009
To my old comrade Greg and family:
We are extremely sad to hear of your loss...Our love and prayers to you and all of your family...
The Snyder family--Jed, Lili, Nicholas, & Matthew
October 11, 2009
Dear Greg, Sophia, Jeremy and Michael,
May you feel the healing prayers that reach out to you to give solace on the tragic loss of your loving son and brother. May you feel the presence of his spirit with you always...
Love, Ginny, Tom, Sara, and Kyla
October 10, 2009
Dear Sophia, Gregg, Jeremy and Mikey,
We have shared so much joy, raising beautiful boys together. We are so sorry for your loss--for our loss. We are here for you all. And we send our prayers with the wind in your flags.
All our love, Elizabeth, Paul and Sam
October 10, 2009
Dear Sophia, Greg, JJ and Mikey...
We are heartbroken for your loss and send you our love and our prayers....
val, john, cassidy, dyllan, wyatt and cole
Maureen Ennor
October 10, 2009
To the family of Christopher Snowden I thank you for your tremendous sacrifice. My son-in-law is serving with the USMC 1/7 infantry in Iraq. There are few words to comfort you at this time, however I hope you know what your son did for his country will be remembered as the ultimate act of bravery.
He will forever be young, brave and will smile down on you from heaven and we will always look to him as a hero.
Semper Fi and God bless the United States Marine corps.
We will never forget.
Maureen Ennor
October 10, 2009
Dear Greg, Sophia, Mikey and JJ,
All our love to you at this time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Nancy, Rick, Joe and Will
October 10, 2009
im sorry you lost your beautiful son.i respect so much the sacrifice these men and women make.
October 10, 2009
Snowden Family, The members of the San Anselmo Police Explorer Post #306 are saddened to hear about Chris. We enjoyed the time he spent in our program and send our condolences to both you and your family. We are proud that he is willing to serve both our community and our Country.
Patricia Stahl
Explorer Advisor
Ladies Auxiliaryi Post 313
October 10, 2009
Lord, bless the family of Christopher. May they have comfort and give solace to them. Please strengthen the resolve of we who remain to see that they did not die in vain. Amen.
Our Ladies Auxiliary currently supports a Marine Corp from Pendleton thru their deployment now thru our Packages to the Troops Program. Your son may have been in that unit. Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Brenda McKown, Chaplain Ladies Auxiliary American Legion Post 313, Larkspur, CA
Capt USMC
October 10, 2009
My most sincere condolences to the family of this fine young warrior. Young men and women like him carry this country on thier shoulders. Semper Fidelis.
cecilia Conroy
October 10, 2009
Dear Sophia,Greg , Michael & Jeremey, So sad to hear the horrible news about Chris ! My thought and prayers go out to you all . Try to remember the good times that you shared together ! He was such a sweet person and will be missed ! Love Your Friend , Cecilia Conroy
October 10, 2009
Semper Fidelis
Thank you PFG Snowden
October 10, 2009
more info:
http://patriotguard.org/Forums/tabid/61/postid/1254304/view/topic/Default.aspx
Sherry Wiggins
October 10, 2009
I am a mother of a Marine. I feel a connection to all Marine families. I am much saddened to hear of this tragedy.
Please accept my Heartfelt Condolences, and sincere sympathy for the Family and Friends of Christopher.
May God Comfort you and give you His peace as you grieve the loss of your loved one.
Thank You Christopher, for your service and sacrifice to our Country. You will NOT be forgotten.
Steve Russell
October 10, 2009
You look prouder than proud in your dress blues. No doubt your pride in the Corps cannot be described. Semper Fi, Christopher.
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