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Reno Air Show Crash Victims Obituary
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
96 Entries
September 20, 2011
Our heart is breaking for all of the victims and their families. May God be with all of you and the survivors. Our deepest sympathy. Marsha McCalla and Scott Lindblad
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Rich and Teri Brennan
September 20, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers to all the families and friends in our hometown of Reno.
September 19, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the families of the victims of the air show,what ahorrible thing to have happened.You all are in my prayers Debbie of Louisville Kentucky
Evelyn delaBretonne
September 19, 2011
How sad that a day of pleasure would turn into heartbreak and disaster. i hope the survivors get well and the victims are in heavenToo many accidents everywhere
Trudy Preston
September 19, 2011
May your flight be high and your skies blue. Thank you for serving in WW 2, it is is truly appreciated. A job well done!
The Jones Family
September 18, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone involved in this terrible tragedy. May God Bless.
September 18, 2011
blue skies forever
Dan Leone
September 18, 2011
Clear skies and tail winds!!!
FRANCIE PARR
September 18, 2011
MY HEART BREAKS FOR THE SUFFERING VICTIMS, THE LOVE ONES OF THOSE KILLED .GOD BLESS YOU ALL IN THE DAYS AHEAD. KEEP A SMILE ON ALL THE TIME.
Kenneth & Juliette
September 18, 2011
Our condolence to the families, friends, and all who was affected by the crash. God is aware of your pain and tears, He assure you that "He is near to those that are broken at heart; and those who are crushed in spirit he saves."-Ps.34:18. May God also give you wisdom and courage to endure.
Miss CC GOD BLESS YALL
September 18, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Dianne B
September 18, 2011
my heart breaks for the suffering victims, the loved ones of those killed and the bystanders that experienced this tragedy first-hand. God bless you all in the days ahead.
George Myszak
September 18, 2011
Jimmy and his family were our neighbors in the 60's and were such nice folks. Jimmy was always the perfect gentleman and loved his family.
Gob Bless you Bette and your family.
George Myszak & Family
Ocala fl
September 18, 2011
Our prayers to all those griefing and in pain, emotionally and physically from this terrible accident.
September 18, 2011
Thoughts and prayers go out to all.
Jane Dowling
September 18, 2011
God bless all...Sending prayers.
Rae Lovenbury
September 18, 2011
My heartfelt prayers go to all those affected by this terrible crash. It was a very sad day for Reno and all the fans who came out to enjoy a beautiful day at the races.
September 18, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 18, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 18, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Noel West
September 18, 2011
Prayers and thoughts go out to all affected by the air show.Such a sad day for the community of Reno.Pray for the mourning families and all those left injured and recovering.God Bless
Robin m
September 17, 2011
We'll miss your so much, Wendy and George. Our hearts will always have a chunk missing. Such a terrible loss for us all. God be with you.
September 17, 2011
Prayers and love go out to all affected by the air show....may God Bless all of you....
Sharon Ronsse
September 17, 2011
Such a sad, sad day for the Reno community and the entire air race family. Pray for the mourning families and those left injured and recovering.
Donna Rohm
September 17, 2011
My most heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to everyone. God Bless
R Golay
September 17, 2011
To the the families of the air show crash victims - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that they will be missed by many.
lisa jarrell
September 17, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 17, 2011
My sincere sympathy to the family and loved ones of those killed in the Air Races crash on Sept 16, 2011. God bless everyone with comfort and strength.
September 17, 2011
I give my sympathy to everyone affected by the air show crash.
Brian Wong
September 17, 2011
I give my sympathy to everyone affected by the air show crash.
Kc c
September 17, 2011
God be with the family's and friends dealing with this horrible situation and give them strength to get through these hard days to come.
Hatch family
September 17, 2011
May God put his arms around each of you and comfort you with the knowledge that you will, in time, be reunited with your loved ones. May you also know that you are in the prayers and thoughts of so many who love you and wish we could ease your suffering.
September 17, 2011
Reno, you are an amazing community- the blood donations are through the roof and the love you have shown is humbling. May Jesus hold the families of those lost close. You are in our hearts, minds and prayers.
Victoria&Andrew
September 17, 2011
Our Condolences
To those Families
and friends out n`
~RENO NEVADA~
'many prayers and
Get well Thoughts
Of recovery and
those with injuries
Chris Varner
September 17, 2011
i am sorry for your loss.may god bless you all
Annette
September 17, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Laura Dover
September 17, 2011
May God Bless all who were touched by this tragedy.
Amie Spencer
September 17, 2011
I know that when you loose someone so quickly it takes a long time to get through the pain. I pray that you will all have the strength you need to get to a place where you can live fully again. This was horrible and we are all here for you in thoughts and prayers.
NC
September 17, 2011
I wanted to express my deepest sympathy to the family and friends of all those who passed away, or affected in some way from this horrific tragedy. Time and unforseen occurrences befalls us all Ecclesiates 9:11. But the God of tender mercies has promised to soon undo the causes of distress Revelation 21:4. My prayers are with you all.
With Sincere Sympathy,
tracie beckett
September 17, 2011
Thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their familes. Such a tradgedy, stay strong.
Robert A. Daniell
September 17, 2011
God bless you Jimmy, your family, and your legion of faithful fans! I met you at Reno in 1975. You were a very accommodating and sincere man that day. You showed me your plane, even let me step up on the wing and view the cockpit...what a guy!!! We discussed mutual friends from Ocala. You made this Georgia boys day at Reno that year!! The world is a lesser place today because of your passing. Fly on brother...fly on! You'll be sorely missed. God rest your soul. Also, God please bless those who were killed, injured, and their families.
Wanda Henry
September 17, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with all those who loss loved ones in the crash. May Jehovah our God be with you all, to give you the peace you all need at this sad time.
M. Jones
September 17, 2011
My heartfelt condolences go out to all who lost loved ones or were affected by this very sad, tragic accident. May Jehovah comfort you and help you to cope during this difficult time. You all remain in my thoughts and prayers.
September 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family and friends and victims in this tragedy. May god bless all of you and give you peace. M & M
Sharon Kay
September 17, 2011
May Our lord and Savior:
Bless All that were in the terrible plane crash!! 2Cor1:3-4 Rest In Peace to those who have passed away!!
Ernest Smith
September 17, 2011
My heart andpfrayers gooutto the loved ones of the victims of the Reno air crash May the Lord himself, who is our sourceof peace, give you peace at all times and in every way. TheLord be with you all.2 Thessalonions 3:16
Theresa Campbell
September 17, 2011
May the family members of the crash victims of the Reno Show find peace and comfort from the God of all tender mercies.
Pam Tripp
September 17, 2011
My condolences to the victims familes
Susan Jones
September 17, 2011
May my heart felt prayers surround those who were loss in this tragic occurance.
A sunset on earth is a Sunrise in Heaven.
God's love is the greatest strength of all. God Bless
Bonny Vankirk
September 17, 2011
May God Bless all to heal & be strong to get through these days!
Susan Jones
September 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
MARTHA DOLCIAMORE
September 17, 2011
A beautiful day; people enjoying themselves; laughter. We never know when life will turn upside down. I pray for the dead and the injured. God bless
james willner
September 17, 2011
May they rest in peace...
Shari Washington
September 17, 2011
MY HEARTFELT SYMPATHIES GO OUT TO THOSE AFFECTED BY THE AIR SHOW CRASH! MAY GOD SPEED AND BLESS YOU ALL~
September 17, 2011
This is such a tregedy. To all the family and friends that lost a loved one in this accident, please take comfort in 1 Peter 5:6,7 knowing that "God cares for you" and will continue to care for you in the days ahead.
September 17, 2011
GOOD DAY I'M DEEPLY SADDENED ABOUT THIS RECENT TRAGEDY. IT SEEMS THAT THESE OCCURRENCES ARE OCCURRING MORE AND MORE. I TRULY HOPE THOSE WHO LOST A LOVE ONE OR HAD ONE INJURED WILL BE ABLE TO FIND SOME KIND OF CLOSURE. TO THE PILOTS FAMILY, OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. (DPM)
Renee
September 17, 2011
May God Bless the families and give them strength
September 17, 2011
God Bless
September 17, 2011
"I would like to express a few warm words of comfort to help the heart. It hurts when a dear loved one is no longer with us, because of a unforeseen occurrence as the bible says happens "Ecclesiastes 9:11". Our Heavenly Father is there to help you all endure. May all the many accomplishment and good times shared with them support you all in the days ahead." Neighbor, (Al).
Kelly Snyder
September 17, 2011
Know the U.S. Mourns with you.
L T
September 17, 2011
May God give the families the strength to carry on. This is so devastating. I pray for all the families and may God Bless You All. My heart cries for the Leeward Family who live in Ocala. I knew Jimmy Leeward for 22 years and he and his family are a wonderful, loving family. I will miss him,
Sheila Brown
September 17, 2011
My heart goes out to the victims and their families. You are all in my prayers.
k moore
September 17, 2011
To all the victims of this horrible accident may God be with you. My deepest thoughts and prayers going to you all.
September 17, 2011
God Bless all who lost their lives and to the many people injured. My thoughts and prayers are with all. Linda Washney W-B PA
Felicia Snipes
September 17, 2011
My heart goes out to the families and friends effected by this tragedy and I cry with them.
AG
September 17, 2011
May God Bless the souls of the victims of this horrible accident. Let us be grateful for the pilot who seemed to manage to guide the plane away from the crowd; thus, saving numerous lives that could have been more seriously injured or killed. Let he have eternal wings forever and ever with God.
mary collier
September 17, 2011
so sad to hear of the loss of the sad news.May God be with each family .
Nancy Labahn
September 17, 2011
To all the citizens of Reno: Please know that the nation mourns with you. The air races have long been a tradition in Reno, but Reno also has a tradition of pulling together and supporting each other. Take care of each other and you'll be in our thoughts and prayers.
Mrs Flowers
September 17, 2011
There are no words that I know at this time that will heal your broken hearts but God's promises can help you through this most difficult time.(Psalm 147:3) . . .He is healing the brokenhearted ones, And is binding up their painful spots.
mary collier
September 17, 2011
my prayers go out to all the families.
Virginia Collins
September 17, 2011
My heartfelt condolences to all involved in this devastating mishap. These amazing shows do bring such joy to watch and hear, but with consequential damages sometimes.
Virginia Collins (Friendswood, Tx.)
Jeff Gann
September 17, 2011
Our family prays for the healing and comfort of all those affected by this tragedy. I know Jimmy Leeward and believe he would do everything possible to avoid such an accident as he valued the sport and its spectators.
Andrea Sorensen
September 17, 2011
May they all rest in peace.
Laurie Bandy
September 17, 2011
My heart hurts this morning for the lost and injured and their families. May our Lord God be with them.
Henryk Zaleski
September 17, 2011
Rest in eternal peace.
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND
September 17, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Mary Dewhirst
September 17, 2011
My prayers and condolences are for the victims and their families. The victims
are now with our Heavenly Father, may they rest in peace, sincerely
Carley Culpepper
September 17, 2011
I just heard about the crash on CNN, and I am so sorry to hear about that. I will definitely pray for the victims. One scripture that ocmes to mind has to be at 1Peter 5:7 which says: "while you throw all your anxiety upon him, because he cares for you." I just wanted the family of the victims to know that they are in my thoughts and prayers.
KATHRYN& GLEN ROY
September 17, 2011
I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF LIFE IN THE RENO CRASH,ALSO PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILIES INVOLVED AND THOSE WHO WHERE HURT IN CRASH.THINKING OF YOU ALL!!
Michael Norris
September 17, 2011
My heart goes out to the dead and injured. I was there all day Thursday for the races. An accident like that could have happened that day as well. The races have been cancelled for the renaining two days but it wouldn't surptise me if they were also cancelled for future years as well. May everyone remember this annual event for all the good it brought over the years and not for this trajedy. May the dead rest in peace.
Pamela Lioen
September 17, 2011
My deepest sorrow to the families and friends of the pilot and others that were lost during this tragic moment. May they live on in the memories of their loved ones.
Susan Pruett
September 17, 2011
I live here in Reno, NV but I'm from Mattoon. My condolences to all the family member of this terrible crash. God be with you all. You have my thoughts & prayers.
Marion Sutliff
September 17, 2011
My heart goes out to all the people hurt and families..Horriffic..So Sad
Walterrean Salley
September 17, 2011
I join the country in mourning the loss and praying for the injured. with heartfelt sympathy.
Robert Malenius
September 17, 2011
God gave us the ability to cry, and cry we must, in this time of sorrow. God bless all of you.
steven stancia
September 17, 2011
R.I.P.
September 16, 2011
Condolences to all of the families.
Darlene and Jim Reinig
September 16, 2011
Our family would like to extend our sympathy to all of you. We have pilots in our family, so this is near and dear to all of us that love to fly. Your in our prayers.
Sheila Hendrickson
September 16, 2011
my heart goes out to all the families that lost loved ones at the Nevada air show today 9/16/2011
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