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Michael C Szeligowski
May 13, 2017
OMG I just learned of Rena's passing as I was searching out old friends. I am stunned. She was an AWESOME person. I still remember her 29 years later. She was one of the first female volunteer firefighters in the Hamden Volunteer Fire Department. She had a heart of gold. Too young. Too much left to offer. Still as beautiful as I remember. My heart is deeply saddened.
Thanksgiving 2008
April 21, 2011
Rena spent Thanksgiving with me 2008. I was so surprised that she accepted my offer to join us. She was a wonderful addition and we all still talk about that holiday. Thank You Lord for receiving Rena home...thank you for restoring her to perfection. Her life was a shining example of Christ at work.
Sharon (in the middle of no where NY)
Thanksgiving 2008
Sharon Truesdail
April 21, 2011
Sarah (smoa)
April 3, 2011
Kardia, Just started to get to know you and your light you brought to this world. Go in peace and greet Jesus with joy in your heart.
Jay Flores
April 1, 2011
Rena Has been a gift to every person that came in contact with her, always full of energy and well wishes, surely we will all miss you Rena, may God keep you in his bosom may you rest in peace, to the parents I say Thank you for bringing her into this world,remember that we all share your sadness,Rena will never be forgotten may God give you peace
Angel
March 31, 2011
To be absent in the body is to be present with the Father. Kardia you were a kind, sweet person. May the God of all comfort bless and comfort those hurting from your passing.
Hong Young
March 31, 2011
Kristen Consiglio-Peralta
March 30, 2011
I knew Rena from 2nd grade through high school graduation. She and I were in every class together until 7th grade. What a shock to hear of her passing. Although we lost touch I have very fond memories of her, especially in elementary school days. What a strong personality. We were supposed to meet up last fall but she couldn't make it. It has made me start thinking a lot about the importance of keeping connected. Will keep thinking of you Rena.
Melinda
March 30, 2011
I didn't know Rena well but I am sad to hear this news. Rena had a generous heart that didn't seem to budge in the face of adversity. She will always shine in the stars to me.
Melinda and the Bucket List Bunch
Hong Young
March 30, 2011
Rena, I have been blessed to know you. The great times we spent getting to know one other was memorable.
My very sincere condolances to your family and you will be missed by all.
May you rest in peace and be with God.
Diedra
March 30, 2011
Rena, You were a sweet, kind and very giving person. You helped me organize the biggest event The Bucket List Bunch has ever had and graciously offered your family's private beach home to host it. You were a ray of sunshine and positive energy on a gloomy day. Your spirit will continue to deliver that in the lives of the many you have touched. You are dearly missed but never forgotten. My prayers go out to you and your loved ones.
Candace (Mogzwa) Johnson
March 30, 2011
Once in a great while God places someone in your life like Kardia. Though I will miss her and think of her often I know that God is overjoyed to take her hand and welcome her home.
Richard (Mark80406)
March 30, 2011
I was just getting to know you, but I will miss you. I pray for your family.
Karin Hansen
March 30, 2011
Kardia our family and friend. Love on your journey to meet our Maker! May peace be brought to your family left behind.
Gary Ross
March 29, 2011
Rena, I didn't know you well but you were so kind and caring to me that you touched my life in a very special way. You will be missed so much more by the people that knew you well; my prayers go out to you, and the ones left behind. :-(
Robert Guthrie
March 29, 2011
Rena, Although many years have passed it is hard to imagine youe leaving this life at such a young age. You always had a zest for life and could light up a room. May your children carry this on in your memory. God Bless and my sympathies to your family
Marie Rigoulot
March 29, 2011
Rena We first met many, many years ago and you were a good friend to many and it was a pleasure to have gotten reacquainted again. My prayers go to all your family and friends, especially your children. You will be missed.
Mike
March 28, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Rena for a few months in 2010 for Halloween City. During that time I got to know her abit and am saddened to hear her passing, she was a hard worker and great friend. My prayers and thoughts go out to her family.
Maria Casanova
March 28, 2011
I did not know her but my prayers are with her family and friends. Sorry for your lost.
Izzo Family
March 28, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers our with your family.
Chris Kline
March 28, 2011
We never met in person, but your presence was always welcome and appreciated onilne. May God continue to bless and comfort your family, especially your children. I know that I will have a Blessed Sister to greet me at the Pearly Gates. Chris (Kline1012) from PA
Robert
March 28, 2011
I met and got to know Rena in December, 2010 at a couple of meetup events. She was definitely a bright star and she will be greatly missed. My prayers are with her family at this time.
kerry (kerrykee)
March 28, 2011
Kardia, You still are one of the sweetest women that I know. I do have the hope that I will see you again. You have earned your reward, my Sister.
Ken
March 28, 2011
The world has lost a wonderful woman. I loved chatting with you and am heartbroken to hear you are no longer with us. I look forward to meeitng you in heaven one day. Rest in Peace and may God bless you as you are worshipping before His Throne. kenman923
Rob Korpela
March 28, 2011
KardiaMou,
What a experience to be in the presence of God and the great cloud of witnesses. How bright the light must be! We will miss you!
Like a flower you were
Delicate, yet moved by the wind
So precious to the beholder
So kind, a friend
Your cycle has come
Here yesterday yet gone today
Fragile we are
Yet perfectly and wonderfully made.
Peace be still now.
In Jesus name.
Rob Korpela(Rob_7)
PINKY B
March 28, 2011
AS YOU RESIDE WITH OUR LORD...I PRAY COMFORT, LOVE, SUPPORT, AND THE PEACE THAT ONLY THE LORD CAN GIVE TO YOUR FAMILY AND LOVED ONES LEFT BEHIND,
PINKY \O/
Larry (larryb37)
March 28, 2011
Till we meet again when we are gathered in heaven! God bless you and your family!
Kendall "Ken12" Haley
March 28, 2011
I just heard of the news of her passing. My heart goes out to Kardia's family and friends. She will be missed by the CM community. I will rest in peace knowing that we will be reunited in heaven some day! May God comfort her family in the name of Jesus...Amen.
Martin
March 28, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends. Many years have passed, but Rena will always be a part of my past, that made me who I am today.. God Bless.
Toni
March 27, 2011
Rest in Peace "Kardia", you will really be missed. My deepest condolences to her family.
Toni
Iowacowgirlmom
Ken & Gloria
March 27, 2011
We were very sorry to hear of Rena's passing. We will miss her wonderful smile and outgoing personality.
She was always there to make sure all around her were happy and made to feel at home. Our deepest condolences to her family.
Lyn Doucette
March 27, 2011
May Our Lord bless and keep you. You and your family are in my prayers.
David Schwartz
March 27, 2011
I knew Rena since kindergarten at Mishkan Israel. We went on our first "date" together in the 3rd grade. We'd been out of touch for years. This is so shocking. To her family--I'm so very sorry for your loss.
sandy...(kassy) Wilsen
March 27, 2011
My sweet sister in Christ. I have truly treasured the time i have spent getting to know you! You were always so very sweet to me on Christian mingle in the 40s chat room....I loved the times we would im and talk about our loving Heavenly Father and what was important. You would soothe me when i was upset and you always had an uplifting thing to say. I picture you up in Heaven resting in your Heavenly Fathers arms....Rest in peace sweet Kardia...i love you sis.
March 27, 2011
For a short time God had our paths cross through the fellowship of CM and like to so many others you have been a blessing and encouragement to me with your sweet spirit and kind words of appreciation for the Living word of God..I praise Him that this is not the end..we will see each other again and what a day that will be! Rest in the arms of our Savior sweet sister..see you soon! My deepest condolences and sympathy to your family especially your children who I will continue to remember in prayer..love, sld aka scripture whisper bandita
Laureen Torla
March 27, 2011
To Rena's family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you all, during this very difficult time. I had the pleasure of meeting Rena throughout the various meetup events and will miss her presence. She will always be with us in spirit at all future events.
Ralph DiNicola
March 27, 2011
One of my dearest friends has left us even though I only knew her a short time. It will be difficult to find her spark in others. My deepest condolences to her family.
Meri Harary Fleischman
March 27, 2011
Rena, we met in 7th grade at Sleeping Giant Jr HS. You were so much fun. NY sympathy goes out to your family. You had a beautiful Jewish soul.
March 27, 2011
So Very sorry to hear this news-- I knew Rena from cm chat was a honor to have known her rest in peace in heaven. Praying for your family -Love your sister in Christ -- Barbara Smith Jefferson City, MO
March 27, 2011
Rachel, so sorry to hear of your moms passing. We only met once but you are in my thoughts and prayers. Chrissy Rutigliano (Stephanie Doucettes sister)
Thomasina T
March 27, 2011
I only knew Rena through her Christian Mingle fellowship as "Kardi." It was an honor to know her and her sense of humor. Her mind was on her brother in Japan the last few weeks, who at her continual request, we all would lift up in prayer. Even now, I and other intercessors are praying for you her family -- especially for her children who I would like to address the rest of this note to.
Little ones, we adults don't understand God's will only that everything He does is perfect -- although it is only in time that we can see that. All of the big religious words (the theo-philsophical rhetoric) will not replace the touch of Your mother. But as you grow, know that your mother's love will go and grow with you -- for a mother's love is just a reflection of your heavenly father's heart.
I pray and touch and agree with your mother's prayers for you -- that you would grow knowing the love and blessings of your mother's Lord and Savior, Yeshua Ha'machea (sp?) (Jesus Christ). Know that many are praying for you --and more are there to hold you at this sorrowful time, but on the days when no one can soothe the longing in your heart -- cry out to Jesus. He is only a whisper away.
Rena's sweet babies, we pray for the day that you can smile through your tears knowing that your mother is at peace and at the throne of God giving Him praise for perfect and complete healing. We know that if she could she would never leave you, but she has entrusted her Lord and savior to watch over you and His angels to protect you. We are praying for you, weeping with you for your loss, but knowing that even in greif you are blessed and safe in the Master's hands.
Blessed are you who mourn, for you shall be comforted (Matt 5:4)
Baruch haba B'shem Adonai
God bless you all,
Thomasina aka Timbrel
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swrt6kRFWDM&feature=related – All My Tears – Selah
Kathy Borrelli
March 27, 2011
Rena, so dear and so sweet! I only knew you for a short time and will think of you for all time.
Sandy Smereczynsky
March 27, 2011
Words can not express how sorry I am for your tragic loss. My heart is aching along with yours. I pray for God's Holy Spirit to comfort you, as you grieve the loss of your sweet daughter and loving mother. May the many special memories you hold keep her alive in your hearts forever. Rena will always be to me, my little sister. Thank you God for moving her next door to me at a very young age and the privilege to know her. Rena, my precious sister I'll see you again in Heaven!
Sleep well Kardia till we meet in Heaven !
March 27, 2011
Rena (Kardia),I am so shocked to hear of your passing . I remember well our long conversation about our spiritual beliefs and enjoyed it immensly as I believe we both learnt from each other different truths even if they were only our own understandings. See you with Jesus dear girl in Heaven ! God Bless your peaceful sleep as you wait for the ressurrection . Debbiejoyful from Christian Mingle.com
Robert Mielke
March 27, 2011
May the Lord be welcoming you home with a hug,a smile, and a reassurance that you will never feel pain again, in his kingdom.
Larry Goble
March 27, 2011
I remember you in the chat room but I never got to know you well. I cried and prayed this morning with the sudden news, and my prayers are for all of the family. May God use this for his Glory, I'll see you in heaven my sister. I love you. Godsknight01 -Larry
March 27, 2011
Rena, my sister in Christ, you will be greatly missed in CM, you were able to light up chat with your presents, prayers an blessings goes out to your children an family, an may GOD watch over them, see you in later in heaven. ~Steve(vndean)
Daniel Crowe
March 27, 2011
Rena, [ those of us from c.m who knew you as Kardia ] will miss you, Rest well in the arms of Our Loving Heavenly Father.... Daniel [ danz] from cm.
March 27, 2011
Rena, I didnt ever meet you but you were always such a joy in chat! May God give strength and comfort to your family! You will be missed greatly. God bless, Jodi Moldovan (cm)
Thomas
March 27, 2011
Rena, your passing is such a shock; a tragic loss; my heart goes out to your children and others whom are left behind. The loss of our Kards however will be felt by the Mingle Community - where we knew you as an intelligent, thoughtful, caring and compassionate woman. We will see you in heaven one day.
[email protected] gibson
March 27, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Sheryllynne Rose
March 27, 2011
May the Light you shared with others. Continue on in your Legacy here. You were an inspiration to all us online sisters.
Debi Smith
March 27, 2011
Rena, sweetest Rena... Jesus, You are the God of all comfort! We will need your help here! Thank You Jesus for the friend she was to me! Just the right words so many times she said to me. Jesus, keep up til we all sit around that Great Table together. Bless her family and all those who will miss her!
Ira Wettenstein
March 27, 2011
I was so sad to hear this tragic news. I was blessed to know Rena from the MeetUp organizations, and lucky enough to have been at many of the same events. I will miss her smiles and warmth.
Becky Holmberg
March 27, 2011
So sorry to hear of Rena's passing. I knew her a little from CM... May the Lord surround you all with his peace and love. As sad as we are at her passing, she is smiling and celebrating with her Lord this morning and that is a reason for us to smile. God bless you all. --Bekalyn
Dianne Reilly
March 27, 2011
You will be missed by many and many prayers are going up for your family.
Harriet Lovely
March 27, 2011
I am so very sorry for your loss. She was a beloved sister in Christ on Christian Mingle. Our prayers go out for you and your family in your time of sorrow.
March 27, 2011
You were a blessing to me in the brief time that I knew you. Godspeed Rena (Kardia).
Sheryllynne Rose
March 27, 2011
Sis To your Family and Friends You will be missed. I still pray your Belief in our Father.........will continue on as a testament to the Daughter of our Heavenly King you were......You brought so much Joy and sunshine to your online friends. I hope family never misunderstands the need for fellowship when we face time alone. To your Children your mother was a very special sister in Christ to me.. And never failed to make me remember we are EACH Special in our own UNIQUE Way. We will see her again in Glory until then my prayers for comfort and strength are with you.
Margaret Raucci
March 27, 2011
Rena, you will be missed by many people. You were a very kind person and a great friend. My heart goes out to your family. They are all in my prayers.
Melise Jordan
March 27, 2011
Saddened to hear this. I light a candle in your honor, what a privilege that God allowed all of us at CM to become your friend. Rest in Peace and Rejoice in Heaven!
Dianne Reilly
March 27, 2011
You will be missed, but will see you again one day, and I know you are in no pain now. I will be praying for your children and family.
Sharon
March 26, 2011
Rena was a friend through meetup.com, she was a co organizer of mine and was a great person to talk to. I was looking forward to getting to know her better and develop our friendship. She was a warm, kind, gentle person. This is such a loss to the meetup community. I will miss seeing her face and enjoying her wonderful food she liked to cook. My heart goes out toher family.
Rena DeMarzo 2009
Nina Snyder
March 26, 2011
So sorry to hear of Rena's passing. May God comfort her family.
March 26, 2011
You will be sadly missed by your wide circle of friends.
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