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Alexandra Engler Obituary
She was born in Hamilton, Ohio and spent her early years in Upstate New York graduating from Unatego High School in Otego, NY. She attended SUNY Binghamton and SUNY Albany graduating from LSU.
She was attending Southern Medical studying for advancement in her ultrasound career.
She is survived by her daughter, Ariana Engle; she leaves Ariana's father, Johnny Adriani of Baton Rouge and Bridgeport, CT; her mother and step-father, Bonnie Hunt and Robert Maloney of Holderness, NH; and her beloved grandmother, Dorothy Engler of Port Clinton, OH.
She was predeceased by her father, William D. Engler in 1986.
Her daughter, Ariana, was the absolute love of her life. That love extended to her grandmother whom she adored and to her wonderful neighbor, Mary Kuntz. Her pride and joy was the little house on Beauregard St., which she was always improving inside and out. Her vocation was a combination of helping people and using her great artistic ability. She combined those qualities in her ultrasound work. Sensitive, bright and caring - a light has truly been extinguished far too early.
Visitation will be Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. in Pope Hall with services at 12:00 noon at St. Luke's Episcopal Church. An additional memorial service in New Hampshire will be held at a later date. Arrangements under the direction of Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government Street, Baton Rouge.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to a scholarship at St. Luke's School in Baton Rouge in memory of Alexandra or to the Circle Program in Plymouth, NH, a mentoring program for young girls.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alexandra Engler
A Most Beautiful Mother!
November 11, 2011
A Most Beautiful Daughter!
November 11, 2011
Léa
February 4, 2011
I'm french. I'm not very good in english, but I met Ariana the summer 2010 in a camp where she was enrolled. I met his mother after. I'm not very good for prayers, but I'll try.
I think every day in Alexandra and Ariana. I pray every day, every second, every minute, may she rest in peace. I hope that Ariana will be happy and strong throughout his life. I pray that she has everything she needs all she will need during his life.
Valerie Tirado
October 27, 2010
May you find peace knowing she was one of GODs ANGELS he called home. Our tears are of rejoice know she is in a better place and sitting at the RIGHT HAND of our LORD AND SAVIOUR. Smile when you think of her and all the love and joy she gave to sooo many others. I personally didn't know her, but GOD has a way of allowing the light in a person shine through even after they are gone from here. I still mourn my daddys passing, but thinking of him with JESUS I find myself.. smiling. The LORD will direct you in your time of need through all the hurt, angry and whatever emotional turmoil you endure. Go to HIM, there you shall have PEACE. GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Kelley Sturgess-Spencer
October 4, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to Ali's family and precious daughter. I was a classmate of Ali's, and had a fabulous summer traveling Europe with her and US Collegiate Wind Band. She was a sweet and special person, and she will forever be missed.
October 4, 2010
Although I didn't know your family...deep sorrow is still felt for you. I will continue to keep Ariana and your family in my prayers. May God continue to strengthen you in the days and weeks to come. May God bless all of you.
October 3, 2010
Bonnie - We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Lee & Frank
Holderness
October 2, 2010
Ali was truly a remarkable woman. My heart goes out to Bonnie, Ariana, Ali's grandmother, her dear sweet neighbor, and her closest friends.
Jeff & Nanci D
October 1, 2010
Bonnie and Bob,
No words can express our sadness for your loss. Your family and especially Ariana are in our prayers and will remain there. We are asking for both physical and emotional healing.
Wanda B.
October 1, 2010
MAY GOD WRAP HIS ARMS AROUND ARIANA AND HELP HER THROUGH THIS HEALING PROCESS. SUCH A HORRIFIC SENSELESS ACT...GOD BLESS YOU ALL IN JESUS NAME.
Maureen Church
September 30, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss. I did not know you or your mother. I just wanted to say you are a very brave young woman.
cassie kennedy
September 30, 2010
we love you ariana! you are a very brave and strong young lady. our thoughts are with you.
cassie, elizabeth, & eva
Bonnie Webb
September 30, 2010
May God's peace be with you and Ari, Bonnie. It's going to be a long, difficult road ahead for healing, and we want you to know you have love and support back here in New Hampshire. You are in our prayers daily. We love you!
Bonnie & Bill
the landry family
September 30, 2010
So very sorry this happened.
MS
September 30, 2010
My thoughts & prayers are with the Engler family at this time of sorrow. So very sorry for this tragic incident & hope that Ariana will recover physically & emotionally.
J P
September 30, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Bonnie and Ariana. Please remember our community will remember you always. There will be an empty place in the hearts of everyone who is grieving along with you. God bless you always.
LeeAnne Seroka (Viscosi)
September 29, 2010
Ali was one of my very first childhood friends, we lived across the street from each other, we grew up together. I have many fond memories of her and I am truly sorry for what has happened to her and Ariana. My heart aches for you, Bonnie. I know that you will find the strength to go on. Ariana will grow up to be a wonderful, caring, strong woman just like Ali was and she will have you to thank for that. I will always have a special place in my heart for Ali and will think of you and Ariana often.
September 29, 2010
My husband taught Arianna at Trinity, and we had the pleasure of meeting Alexandra when we went to First Glimpse for an ultrasound to find out the sex of our now 19 month old son. We are so so deeply sorry for the loss of such a beautiful and talented lady. May God bless you and your family, and protect and watch over Arianna every single day. Justice will be served, but never enough to equal the loss of your beautiful family. Praying for you always.
Sincerely,
Kevin, Farrah and Beau Schexnayder
Deda Richardson
September 29, 2010
My heart is so heavy. I cannot help but constantly think of your family. I worked at the Salon not far from her home and remember both of them. As well as the entire community, I am so saddened by your loss.
Ariana, just know that you have a special Angel now and that is forever!
God speed in your recovery, physically and emotionally!
Resident
September 29, 2010
Even though I have never met the Engler family you are in my thoughts and prayers, especially little Ariana. Please know the whole community is saddened by your loss and wish you all the best in your recovery and healing process.
Baton Rouge Mother
September 29, 2010
God has a special plan for Ariana and that will be discovered as she heals and grows.
Susan & Quita Dunn (Routek)
September 29, 2010
Bonnie-
You are all in our prayers at this saddest of times. We are shocked and heartsick learning of this senseless tragedy. Although it has been many years since we have seen you and Allie, we remember the sweet child that she was. Our hearts are with you and Ariana and all the family. God be with you all and our prayers for Ariana's recovery.
Laura
September 29, 2010
My memories of Ali are from elementary school........she was always quiet and sweet. Reading this guest book it sounds like she still was. The world needs more people like Ali. What a senseless tragedy. My thought and prayers are with Ariana and her family. May God give you the strength you need to heal and go on. {{hugs}}
kim kerek
September 29, 2010
I HAD TO GO AWAY
I had to go away.
I'm sorry you couldn't come with me.
But on earth is where you shall stay.
Please do not be sad.
Instead laugh and be glad.
I'm in a beautiful place, such a beautiful place.
I know you wont see me for a while.
But you will hear from me.
I will be the wind that will chill you on a hot summer day.
I will be the sun that will warm you when it's cold.
Listen to the birds sing, I will be saying, "I love you" in their song.
I know you can't touch me.
But you will feel me.
Because I will be inside of you giving you life on the days you feel like you can't go on anymore.
Please I beg of you, go on, live your life as I lived mine.
Always remember we will be together again.
I will be patiently waiting for you on that day.
When you will join me in this beautiful place.
Until then may God bless you with his almighty grace.
Written By: Kimberly Ann Kerek
Courtenay Hill
September 29, 2010
Having been an acquaintance of Lexy's in high school- I knew that smile, that soft spoken voice, that student-athlete who would help anyone with anything. I'm deeply saddened and shocked to hear of this tragedy. Bonnie, Bob and Ariana- I pray for your strength to get you through this time; for your faith to know that Lexy is at peace- but after reading of her relationship with Ariana- I'm certain that as an angel she will always protect her little girl and surround her with her love and guidance. May God Bless you all; those of us who were fortunate enough to just be an acquaintance of hers will miss her too and are sad that such a beautiful soul was called home too soon.
Kim Sangari-Oktavec
September 28, 2010
My heart is hemorraghing with grief. The pain of Alexandra not being here to be with the absolute love of her life - her tiny tot Ariana - is overwhelming. Yes, there will be healing. Yes, we believe in the connection between our physical world and the spiritual world. Yes, Ariana is strong and will be a positive force as she moves past this. But also - i have to acknowledge the very real situation of this loss and the rawness of how overwhelmingly painful this is above what we can empathize. This mother and daughter had a closeness and singleness of purpose that was more concentrated than what most families experience. Prayer does matter - and prayer will be the wheels that moves Ariana and Alexandra's loved ones forward. And prayer is needed for Alexandra on a soul level - as I know there is much healing that she needs too on the Other Side as her heart truly shattered to leave her daugther. As Mothers - we have to pray for Alexandra whose journey as a Mother here on the Earth was something she treasured, and which has to continue in some other way. And we have to pray from the place of motherhood that only we can do - to touch the throne of God for the support and healing for Ariana on a spiritual level - whose tender heart will have a loss that can never be replaced. Angels of strength, peace, love, and connection for this dear child.
Love, prayers, compassion - and somehow hope, the promise of healing, the promise that we will remain connected and love ones will reunite in joy. Kim Sangari-Oktavec
Jeanne Wentzell
September 28, 2010
Dear Bonnie,
We were pregnant together and felt so
lucky to have such wonderful daughters
just months apart. I am heartbroken
to think that your precious Alex is
no longer here. Although you and I have been out of touch for many years,
I think of our history often. My prayers and love are with you and your beautiful grand daughter and I will hold the memory of Alex in my heart always.
Rhonda Swazer
September 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
The Gillikins
September 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Reggie McGuinness
September 28, 2010
I wish you much comfort and peace in this time of sorrow. May many happy memories help you through this difficult time. I was privledged to have Lexi as a teammmate and friend. She was a beautiful person and a true friend. My thoughts are with you Bonnie and Ariana.
Reggie / Unatego Class of 1987
Sherri Edmonds
September 28, 2010
My heart goes out to the family. May God be with you all through this difficult time and my prayer is that Little Ariana find comfort. I am so sorry for your loss.
From someone who cares.
September 28, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Reggie McGuinness
September 28, 2010
I wish you comfort and peace and hope your happy memories help get you through this difficult time. Lexi was a great friend and teammate I will never forget her kindness and true friendship. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Reggie McGuinness
Mr. & Mrs. Jessie Ward Jr. & Fly.
September 28, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Bob and Jodi Reed
September 28, 2010
My husband and I were both heartsickened to hear the news. The sadness of this tragedy has heard throughout extended areas. Our hearts and prayers are with this family and we will pray for Ariana's complete recovery. God bless you.
The Reed Family
Pam McHale
September 28, 2010
Although I have not kept in touch with Allie over the years, she touched my heart and gave me faith that there are still really good people in this world. She truly was a sweetheart and will be missed. God bless her, her daughter, and her family.
September 28, 2010
Bonnie - My heart aches for you and Itty Bitty. It is a sad day for many - especially those who were loved by and touched by Ali. May the prayers of comfort of others help ease the pain. Love, GiGi
Tifanne Wells
September 28, 2010
I am finding it hard to breath at times. Through our lives from "Pool School" until Friday morning I never imagined a world without the best friend a girl could ever have. What a beautiful world this would be if all girls had what we did. My heart will never be the same!
Cynthia Romanowitz
September 28, 2010
Ali, I will miss you and your sweet soul. When I moved to Baton Rouge, you were one of the first friends I met and you became the most enduring. My prayers are with Ariana and Bonnie and the rest of the family.
joey kochanowski
September 28, 2010
I have known ally for yrs as a client freind and former neighbor.I am sad and extremly shocked that someone who had so much compassion for human life as she did was taken from us the way she was. I will definately miss her smile and infectious laugh she always made everyone feel so special. i will always remember how she made time for me with a cup of coffee and a good chat. She was a great person who made time for anyone who needed her and made her home one of the most beautiful that beauregard town ever saw. Its such a loss, and my little ari who i watched grow up playing in the yard she loved to play with my dog and swingon her swing set. She definately is a fighter and i pray she has a full recovery and know that her mother truly loved her more than anything! my prayers go out to ari and her grandmother i know this has to be the worst thing that could ever happen to a mother and you are in my thoughts and prayers. The world and Baton Rouge has truly lost a great human being! thanks al for always being a great freind i will miss you ! My thoughts and prayers are with allys mom and ariana may god watch over you
Leslie Sturgeon
September 28, 2010
Bonnie - please know that your friends here in New Hampshire are thinking of you and sending our love and prayers.
Love, Ken and Leslie
September 27, 2010
So sorry, it's a sad day.
JCY
V Hariford
September 27, 2010
Although I do not know your family...my heart aches for you and yours...I pray for all of you in your time of sorrow.
Marlene Seaton
September 27, 2010
We are Friends of Dorothy Engler, Alexandra's grandmother from Ohio. We are truly sadden at this terrible act of violence. We Pray for the family and the recover of the little girl. May God hold you all in his hands.
Bonnie Miller
September 27, 2010
No words can take away the heartache in the tragic loss of Allie and the senseless harming of Ariana.
My deepest of sympathy to your entire family and I pray that God will bestow all of his blessings of strength to all of you.
~ Please know that the entire Baton Rouge community and surrounding areas are in mourning with you ~
May God Bless All of You ~
Paula and Sarah Merrill
September 27, 2010
Allie is our angel looking down from above. Ariana has shown more courage at the age of 9 than most in a life time. Ariana is our hero. All our love and support.
Darrin Dunwald
September 27, 2010
God bless you Lexy and your daughter. Your Class of 1986 will miss your beautiful smile..
Nicole Wildhart-Burr
September 27, 2010
Ali was a wonderful, thoughtful, bright, caring, and beautiful person. I met Ali when she came to Port Clinton to visit her grandparents for the summer. I was 5 and she was 7. We would play barbies, eat Totino pizzas, look for lucky stones on the beach, and eat alot of her grandparents good-and-plenty candy. She will be greatly missed. I pray that Ariana makes a full recovery and that she will have the strength to deal with the loss of beloved mom.
Nicole Wildhart-Burr
September 27, 2010
Ali was a wonderful, thoughtful, bright, caring, and beautiful friend. I met her when she came to stay with her grandparents in Port Clinton, Ohio when I was 5 and she was 7. We played barbies together, ate Totino pizzas, looked for lucky stones on the beach, and ate alot of her grandma's good-n- plenty candy. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her and loved her. I pray that Ariana will find the strength to recover from this and the loss of her precious mom. I feel very lucky to have known Ali.
September 27, 2010
The Engler family is in my prayers during this very dark time. May God be close to Ariana during her recovery and guide her in the years to come.
From a sad Baton Rouge resident
Susan
September 27, 2010
I do not know this family but since I have read about Alexandra I have not been able to stop crying. So so sad. I am pleased to see the community joining together. What a tremendous support! I send my blessings to Ariana. May God give you all comfort and support as you grieve your loss.
Mother of a Fallen Hero
Suzanne Trykowski
September 27, 2010
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Emily Manner
September 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Allie's gentle and delightful nature endeared her to all who knew her.
Loretta Britt
September 27, 2010
May God's loving arms wrap around her family and bring her daughter Peace. The Baton Rouge community is in shock and wishes Ariana a bright future.
September 27, 2010
All of your Wilber Bank family are saddened and hold you in our thoughts & prayers.
Barbara Evans
September 27, 2010
The city of Baton Rouge is shocked by this tragedy. We share your deep loss and pray for Ariana's recovery. My thoughts and prayers are with Ariana and all of your family.
~ a Baton Rouge mom ~
September 27, 2010
May God watch over you, little Ariana, and hold your precious heart in his hands to guide you through this tragedy. May blessings of divine comfort be bestowed on all your family.
Laura Rhodes
September 27, 2010
Even thousands of miles away here in France, I am overwhelmed by the news of Alex's tragic death: it's the first thing I think about every morning, and my last thought before I go to sleep.
Alex was my stepson's partner for several years in the late 90s. They made a sweet couple, and Alex beautifully set up their apartment together.
Alex was very pretty, intense, funny and a great homemaker. She had a large heart, and I'm so glad that she had the chance to become a mother -- apparently a great one -- to her daughter.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Ariana, and with and Alex's parents and grandmother. We want you to know that we grieve over Alex's life being snuffed out so soon, and we pray also for a happy, healthy future for Ariana.
Laure Morris
September 27, 2010
Bonnie and Bob,
Your many friends and admirers in New Hampshire stand ready to support you in this terrible tragedy and in the months and years ahead. You and Ariana remain always in our thoughts and prayers.
Laure Morris and Steve Taksar
Angela Tomlinson
September 27, 2010
All of this community grieves with your family. Our prayers are with you and we are praying for Ariana's swift recovery. God bless you and strengthen your soul through this tragic event.
the clark family
September 27, 2010
With deepest sympathy.
PEGGY SMITH
September 27, 2010
THIS IS SO VERY SAD. SUCH A WONDERFUL WOMAN TAKEN AWAY FROM HER DAUGHTER,FAMILY AND FRIENDS. I GUESS GOD NEEDED A VERY SPECIAL LADY IN HEAVEN WITH HIM. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY. MAY GOD BLESS HER LITTLE GIRL AND WATCH OVER HER ALWAYS WITH A BLESSED HAND TO HELP HER UNDERSTAND WHY THIS HAPPENED. GOD BLESS TO YOU ALL.
Janice Harvey
September 27, 2010
God bless this little girl who showed amazing courage. May the community come together once and for all and figure a way out of this dark madness.
Pamela Van Buren
September 27, 2010
All of Baton Rouge shares your loss of Allie with you. May God grant peace to your souls during this hard time. Please know that good people all over this country are praying for Ariana's full recovery and for her future. Thank you for sharing your lovely family with us here.
Pamela Van Buren
Patti Bewick
September 27, 2010
My prayers are with your family.
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