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Chelsea Bowen Obituary
Chelsea was born in Laconia on Aug. 30, 1993, and her family lived in Alton and Rochester before settling on Oak Street in Laconia. She attended the Holy Trinity School in Laconia, then the Pleasant Street School before moving to Gilmanton.
Chelsea graduated with high honors from the Gilmanton School in June 2008. She received the President's Award for Academic Excellence, the Scholastic Art and Writing Award, the Nelson Family Award and the Art Award.
Chelsea was a freshman at Gilford High School. She loved art and cherished the company of her many dear friends.
Chelsea will be forever missed by her twin sister, Miranda, and younger sister, Brianna. Together they formed a trio of the closest friends imaginable.
Chelsea also is survived by her grandparents, Ira and Charlotte Locke of Amesbury, Mass.; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins from New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Calling hours will be Saturday, March 21, from 3-6 p.m. in the Carriage House of the Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant St., Laconia.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Sunday, March 22, at 2 p.m. at St. Joseph Church, 30 Church St., Laconia, by Rev. Gary Kosmowski, pastor of the Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Chelsea R. Bowen Memorial Art Scholarship, c/o Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation, PO Box 7312, Gilford NH 03247-7312.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, is in charge of the arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Chelsea Bowen
Sponsored by anonymous.
July 9, 2019
I am currently deployed overseas and just so happened to spot a sticker in remembrance of Chelsea. I decided to look her up and just wanted to say she is and was an angel. Dealing with personal issues myself these kind of stories touch home. I'm sure she was an amazing person and I hope the years that she's been gone you all have felt her presence. She may be absent from the body, but she is definitely present with the lord and with you all each and everyday. Rest in eternal peace Chelsea.
Cody Durgin
May 9, 2011
I can't say that I knew you personally, but I have heard a lot about you and how much of an amazing person you are. I know you are in a much better place now, and here everybody will miss you Chelsea, and even though I didn't know you personally, I will also. R.I.P. <3
Anonymous
January 17, 2011
When Chelsea left us, I was a little girl. Now I'm about to be a mother, and I don't know where time has gone. We all have to find the strength to move forward, each day.
Hope you're resting easy Chelsea, and I hope my little angel will meet you before he comes to live on earth with me.
July 28, 2010
I pray for you every night, and I'm always going to miss seeing that lovely face. I can't believe it's been so long; the hurt feels like it was just yesterday. I will always love you, and you'll never be forgotten. You are forever in our hearts. God bless you, Chels.<3
Anonymous
June 25, 2010
Chelsea; i miss you so much.
i can't go a day without you on my mind.
if i could tell you one thing, right now, i'd tell you that in the end, everything will be okay. And if it's not okay, it's not the end.
you are an amazingly jawdropping girl.
it sucks so much that we have to live these days without you.
i love you forever and always. <3
my thoughts and prayers are still with you babygirl.
Elizabeth
June 24, 2010
I think of you often, Chelsea. Rest in peace.
Corrine Cassavaugh
May 2, 2010
Ida, Thinking about you and your family. Miss you and hope to see you soon:) Your friends, Corrine & Terry
April 16, 2010
Always just a whisper away.
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Chelsea & Miranda
April 15, 2010
Ashley
April 11, 2010
Thanks for the Rae of sunshine in the morning girl, it makes the day a little brighter knowing you're watching over all of us.
Rest Easy Babygirl <3
Danielle Marhefka
April 9, 2010
Dear Chelsea,
I never knew you, but what i have heard about you i wish i did know you. you light up a room anytime of anyday when you smiled. i'm sorry you only lived for 15 years. thats not fun at all :(. god is holding your soul in his heart and everybody else's. everybody in gilford, gilmanton and laconia miss you so much. you were beautiful, talented and so kind to everyone who knew you. people say you had the greatest attitude and compassion for people. i believe it. i can tell :). i feel bad for the people that loved you most, because they lost a great person like you. i hope you're in a bettter place. i hope to meet you someday. rest easy girl<3.
Kristi oliver
April 9, 2010
Chelsea,
I think of you often. Even though it's been years I remember babysitting you and Miranda and Breezy. I had so much fun with you girls and you always kept me laughing.. You are greatly missed. Rest easy Chelsea.
Becca Girard
March 16, 2010
Chelsea, Wow. It's already been a year. You're missed so much. We all love you. Rest Easy<3
Sarah Schott
March 15, 2010
Just one day short of one year; one year tomorrow. I think about you everyday Chelsea, from the songs I listen to that remind me of you to the people I see whose lives you have touched. Every night before I go to sleep I look at your picture next to my bed. I pray for your friends and family all the time, especially Miranda and Brianna because the bond between sisters is unbreakable and those two need more strength than anyone. You have touched so many lives and I only wish you could have known how many people care about you. I envy how much a individual you were, you didn't care what anyone thought and always marched to the beat of your own drum. Your laughter and smile helps us each get by everyday. I hope you are in a better place and much happier now. Rest easy Chelsea <3 things will never be the same without you lovey!
Breezy
March 10, 2010
Words can't even begin to explain how I feel. It's almost been a year but the pain and guilt just won't go away. I still cry a lot when I'm by myself...I don't think I'll ever accept the fact that you're gone and you're not coming back.
I wish I could have said goodbye. I wish I could tell you how much of an amazing sister you still are and how thankful I am that I had someone like you to talk to. I could never forget all those late nights where we would stay up and talk and tell each other secrets that we couldn't trust anybody else with.
Everyone misses you lots. But we all experience our pain in different ways...for me, I lost my best friend in the world. I lost my biggest role model. I always wanted to be just like you, from the way you dressed to the things you like to how beautiful you were. But I also lost my sister and life will never be the same without you.
Everyday I think of you. Something always reminds me of you and makes me want to cry. I remember when you promised you'd never leave me, when you told me you could talk to me about anything and that as long as we had each other then we could make it through anything. I can't change the way things ended, but I know that you're still with me and looking out for me, just in another place now.
I hope heaven is all you ever dreamed of. I can't wait to see you again <3
Rest Easy, Chelsea <3
I'll love you forever
Evan Aquizap
March 2, 2010
Chelsea, I didnt know you for very long. But I know that you touched many people with your contagious laugh, smile that could light up the room and your outgoing personality. I remeber that day I met you at Gilford Old Home day and we realized that we have the same birthday. Then you told me you had a twin sister, and i didnt believe you. Haha one of the best days of my life, and i will capture that moment and keep it in my heart forever. Not a day goes by that i dont think of you, and to think it's been nearly a year sense you've been gone is just so unreal.
We all love you and miss you way more then you could ever imagine. You were such a smart girl and new how to make anyone smile, even on there worst days. I will always remember those hilarious conversations we had.
I know you will always have that pretty smile of yours on your face.
I hope you are having fun up there girl, keep smiling and watching over us.
Save me a spot up there. Rest easy love <3
Our birthday will never be the same.
Bowen family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you everyday. Stay strong, Chels was an amazing girl.
Always loved & Never forgotten.
meg
March 1, 2010
I miss you so much. i cant beleive its almost been a year. sometimes it feels like yesterday and others it feels like a life time ago.
kelly rowson
February 24, 2010
ida i wanted to let you know how sorry i am for your loss i loved babysitting the girls they were always so much fun and i will never forget the day i came over to babysit and you were on the phone with poison controll because chelsea ate modeling clay your family will always be in my thaughts <3 kelly
Jeremy LaPoint
February 18, 2010
Miranda, I am soo sorry for your loss. I know we never talked much but I know your pain. Or at least close to that. I have also lost someone I have always held dear. Your wounds will heal in time and you shall feel no sorrow only happiness by remebering all the good times. Hope to keep in touch. R.I.P. Chels. And my father for I have never really been able to say it. <3
-Jeremy
Ashley
February 16, 2010
I miss you girl<3
Jennifer W.
January 20, 2010
Chelsea, I've been thinking about you a lot lately. We all love and miss you more than any word can describe. Wish I got to know you better than I did. <3 Never Forgotten.
Megan
January 17, 2010
Thinking of you today... wishin u were here
Judi Cogswell
December 31, 2009
Thinking of you today....
Megan W
December 26, 2009
wishin' you were here Chels. Merry Christmas!
Brid Fillion
December 25, 2009
Merry Christmas Chels Wishing you were here. <33
December 25, 2009
Merry Christmas, Chelly.
Maeghan W
December 24, 2009
merry christmas, rest easy
ashley
December 16, 2009
i miss you girl<3
Dad
December 1, 2009
I found a poem for the upcoming Christmas. You will be here in spirit, with Christ, and get to enjoy the real meaning of Christmas as you have only been taught. But we'll still miss you.
I thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new.
I thought about you yesterday and days before that too.
I think of you in silence, I often speak your name.
All I have are memories and your picture in a frame.
Your memory is my keepsake, with which I’ll never part.
God has you in his keeping. I have you in my heart.
Cassidy B.
November 19, 2009
I never new Chelsea but this hit me like I ran into a brick wall I wanted to say rest Easy Chelsea, Rest in Peace. Maybe I will meet you one day
Jaimee C
October 23, 2009
Chelsea i remeber when you and miranda and brittany went camping with ally at Branch Brook and that was the first time i really got to know you. You are prob one of the nicest people i know you were so adventurous but i do remeber you being afraid to go tubing down the river cause of the fish...lol...your so funny and you will never be forgotten..Your an amazing person and i can't wait to get to talk to you again up in heaven. Rest Easy Bowen Family!
Rachel Chase
October 9, 2009
Im so sorry about your loss. I didnt know Chelsea that much, but i hope shes in a better place now. She will be missed and never forgotten. Rest easy Chelsea Rae Bowen <3
David Barnard
September 17, 2009
To the family,
My prayers are with you. Evrything with get better as time goes on. So sorry about your loss...
nicole brown
September 11, 2009
Rest easyy<3
everyone misses & loves you
everythings different without you.
<333
ashley baiocchetti
August 30, 2009
i miss you so much girl. every time the sun shines i think of your beautiful smile!!
happy birthday chels! i love you<33
Pat LeBlanc
August 17, 2009
To Chelsea's Family..
I am a friend of Brenda & Bobby. I have looked at this group page over & over. I've looked at Chelsea's pictures & videos over & over. My thoughts & prayers go out to all of you. What a beautiful girl she was. She continues to look down at all of you & continues to give you all the strength you need to get through this difficult time in your lives. God Bless all of you...
Samantha Hamel
August 16, 2009
Its so hard to believe its been 5 months. It feels like forever ago tht u left us but at the same time it feels like just yesterday. I can promise u one thing. you will NEVER be forgotten. Too many people love you and miss you for that to ever happen. we all miss u so much. hope your smiling down on us
Brid Fillion
August 16, 2009
Chelsea I am always thinking about you an dhow much i miss you i look at my bracelet and remember you i wish i could go back and talk to u one last time even if it is in spanish club =] we miss you so much and all wish u could come back and join us again.
Rest in peace.
August 7, 2009
Ida, Scott, Miranda, and Brianna-
I hope you know that you will never be alone in remembering Chelsea. Months may have passed, but so many of us think of her and pray for her and your family daily. Chelsea was too special to ever be forgotten.
Maeghan Wrobel
August 3, 2009
hi chelsea, i missed your face in physics survey those last few days, you always brightened up the room.
anoutomus anoutomus
July 28, 2009
chels, i did'nt really get to knwo you but think you were great
Chelsea stickers
July 23, 2009
If anyone is interested in getting one of these decals, email your name and address to Chelsea's dad at [email protected]
Samantha Hamel
July 22, 2009
I didnt really ever get a chance to kno Chelsea and it sux cuz teh few times i hung out with her when i was withashley was so much fun, she always had a smile on and was joking around. i cant believe ts been this long since ive seen her smile. i miss her and im sorry for her family i wish more than anything i could bring her back. but at the same tiem i kno shes happy up in heaven which is what we all want for her.
chels we miss u so much keep smiling for us k
Jesse from Pass Set Crush
July 19, 2009
Brianna, my thoughts and prayers go out to you guys. I know she's up there watching you-and was cracking up when you got slammed in the stomach with the volleyball.
Chelsea will be in my prayers.
Olivia Doucette
July 18, 2009
Wow Chelsea even though I have not seen you in a long time i still think about you all the time and those great memories of getting ready in the morning for kindergarten with the barbie toothpaste and the mini waffles with rainbow sprinkles... hope you are having a much better life above you are and always will be loved and missed
breezy
July 18, 2009
i miss you so much . words cant even describe my pain . :( rest easy chelsea <3 youre the best big sister ever
Kayla Tibbetts
July 13, 2009
Hey Chelsea....just stopping by to say I miss you and I know a lot of other people miss you too...I hope you are in a better place and your happy...I never thought so much about anybody until the day the world lost you?
Rest Easy
xoxo Kayla?
Jessica Burbank
July 13, 2009
Chelsea. I first met you in the hallways of the school. I was mesmerized by your smile. I kept seeing your artwork hung up in the wings of the school. I finally knew you better by Spanish Club. Your artistry was amazing. And your smile is still stuck in my head. I didn't know you as well as others did. But it was a please meeting you and befriending you. You have no idea how many people love you and miss you. The amount cannot be counted on a pair of hands.
"Our Rae of sunshine." ?
Rachel Davis
July 13, 2009
Its been so long without you..and it still feels like something is missing from this world without you here. I hope you are soo much happier up there. And we all miss you soo much. Just know that we all love you and miss you and wish you were here and happy. live your life up there. can't wait to join you?
*it seems like just yesterday i was at your house with brianna and we were laughing at he birds flying behind us..even though it was a just a noise. funny how you could make anyone laugh at anything even if it was as simple as surround sound. miss those times?
Ari Beaulieu
July 13, 2009
I have been thinking about you a lot lately. You dont know how much you are missed. Hope to see ya soon up there?
Jasmyn Starr
July 13, 2009
hi chelsss! i was listening to my ipod today in the car and All I Ever Wanted came on and all i could think about was the way you used to sing it in p.e. I couldnt help but smile. i think about you a lot! i miss you tons? i hope you're smiling down on us all, you know how much we all loved your smile :) i wish i could hear your laugh again, it was the best thing. i miss it a lot. but i miss you even more? hope you're doin good up there. we all miss you so much girly?
can't wait to see you again?
Jasmyn Starr
July 1, 2009
Chelss; you truly were an amazing girl. You could bring a smile to anyones face, just by smiling back. Between your beautiful smile and contagious laugh, there is a lot to miss. But of course there were many other wonderful things about you. I miss having you in my classes, you were always smiling and making funny jokes, and i remember the time we used that thing in Physics Survey that shocks you, you were the brave first volunteer. I miss you so much Chelsea and can't wait to see you again someday up there<33
To Mr. and Mrs. Bowen, Miranda, and Brianna, stay strong<3 She was the best daughter, sister, and friend anyone could ask for. I truly mean that.
ashley baiocchetti
June 7, 2009
chels, i've been thinking about you alot lately. i miss you like craziii! everytime the sun comes out i think of your amazing smile & how it always made everyone's day better no matter what. i wish i could see you once more. i love you girl<3333 ... keep smilinggg
FHPA
June 1, 2009
May memories come,
may healing start,
in time,
may you find peace.
With sympathy to you at this time of sadness. God bless you and your family.
Mitchell Price
June 1, 2009
It is my honor to help. We are a family and must always be there.
Lieutenant (Retired)
Michigan State Police
Liza Levin
May 31, 2009
I have been searching for words to express my caring thoughts about Chels and the whole family. I am not at a loss of words but at a loss for which ones I want to say the most! Tonight for "starters".... Chelsea I love you! Scott & Ida you have raised three wonderful daughters, I love you. Miranda and Breezy you are loved just as much by me too. Your family is very rare and so much what we hope for in all of ours. Your strength, committment and love for one another is admirable and endearing. Chelsea and the entire family you have had a profound effect on my life and I for one appreciate it tremendously - thank you. Many xoxo... Love, Liza
JT
May 29, 2009
I went to school with Chelsea at Pleasant Street School in Laconia. I was in a grade higher, but she and Miranda were always so friendly and funny. She was one of those kids who could make a lasting impression on anyone. My heart goes out to her family.
Evan Karagianis
May 18, 2009
Chelseaa babyyyy <33 my best friend. my hero. my everything. i'll love youuu always and forever <333 i'll never forget all the fun times we shared together and the impact you had on my life in the relatively short time i really knew you..i wish so bad that i could turn back the hands of time and try to change things but i cant :(..i'll love you forever and alwayss and you will hold a spot in my heart for the rest of my life.i love you so much Chelsea Rae Bowen<333 Rest Easyy
Buddy and her Tigger
Forever your Secret Buddy
May 18, 2009
I miss you, Buddy. I miss your funny ways, your infectious laugh and contagious smile. And I miss out secret buddy handshake.
Gary and Billie Taylor
May 18, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Scott and your family.
Lt. Mitchell R. Price
May 18, 2009
It will my honor to help! We as a "Family" must always be there.
Michigan State Police (Retired)
Sgt. Brandon Bess (Texas DPS)
May 18, 2009
Scott,
My family and I have had you and yours in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything down Texas way don't hesitate to holler.
God bless you and your family
Rachel Davis
May 15, 2009
Rest .In. Peace [3.16.09]
Chelsea Rae Bowen?
Hey Chelsea. everyday i always find myself thinking about you. I may not have known u as much as some other peolpe, but you'll always be in my heart. You had the most amazing smile and laugh that i've ever seen and heard! You could always make the toughest situations so much better and thats why i want you here right now. So many people love you and care so much about you and i just hope you knew that. I'll see you again some day..so watch out for all of us down here til then. I love you Chelsea. Hope you're lighting up heaven with ur bright smile and contagious laugh everyday. And keep the heavens filled with the beautiful pictures u always dreww. I miss you so much..and some with everyone here. I know everyone is saying this, but you really will never be forgotton or stop being loved. You were so pretty and smart and had so much going for you. No matter what, you'll never leave us. Thanks for all the smiles you put on my face whenever i was around you.
GSP Trooper Rexcoat
May 12, 2009
Brother to brother. Sorry for your loss and God Bless.
William Johnson
May 12, 2009
From one trooper to another... I offer sympathy and understanding.
Retired MSP
(NYSP) Paul Johnson
May 12, 2009
Please accept my condolences and prayers to get you and your family through these dark days.
Bill and Brenda Carter
May 12, 2009
God bless you all.
Bob & Carolyn Szczepanski
May 8, 2009
We wish you God's healing. You will be in our prayers.
(Retired PSP) Bob Mertz
May 8, 2009
Dear Scott, I want to extend our sympathy to you and your family.
Trooper Ramiro Contreras
May 8, 2009
God bless your family.
(Retired OSP) Ken Henry
May 8, 2009
Bowen Family, You're in the hearts of others who care about you and pray for you as God eases your sorrow and replaces it with sweet memories.
Tyler Zinkand
May 8, 2009
I miss you so much that things in my mind are going blurry you made my day better and better every day your smile you joking around were just the funnest time i have ever had your singing was just the best and it was just like an angel and there is not a day i dont go thru and not think of you i miss you so much i wish i could here your voice one more time rest in peace chelsea rae bowen i miss you <333333
May 6, 2009
Her smile, her laugh, her singing, and her beauty are just a few of the things we all miss about Chelsea. Not being able to see her smile, hear her laugh, hear her sing, or look at her is so hard. I only wish that I could bring her back just so she could see how many people were here for her and how many people loved her. I would do anything to have Chelsea back in our lives.
*Chelsea: I miss you so much and there isn’t a day that goes by when I don’t think about you. I love you! Rest easy up there<33333*
May 5, 2009
I never met Chelsea, but I find myself thinking of her a lot. From what I have read about her, she seems like a great person. Her parents should be proud for raising a daughter who appears to have had such a strong impact on everyone that she met. Rest easy, Chelsea.
Amy M
April 26, 2009
I remember the first day I went to Holy Trinity. Chelsea and miranda were standing outside on the playground and Chelsea walked right up to me, the shy 1st grader that i was (she being only in kindergarten) and said "Hi, I'm Chelsea Rae Bowen". It only takes one person to brighten someones day...and that is exactly what she did...She will always be missed and I will always remember her as the little girl who brightened my day. Every time the sun shines now, that is exactly what she is doing. Rest In Peace Chelsea
Judy Evans
April 25, 2009
To othe grandparents of Chelsea Bowen:
I read about the passing of your granddaughter and just want you to know that I am keeping you in my prayers. My husband and I have a 15 year old granddaughter and I can't imagine losing her. There are no words to express my sympathy, but perhaps hearing from someone you don't even know will help you realize how many people are supporting you at this most difficult time. Please know that God cares for you... always... and especially at this time.
Jill R.
April 24, 2009
Scott, I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter. I just wanted you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. My mother is saying a rosary for your family. If I could do one thing for you, I would speed up time so it was 10 years from now. I know that the passage of time is the only thing that will eventually help. Until then, there isn't anything anyone can do to make it bearable. Just know people are thinking of you and your family. Many more than you realize.
Julie Andrews
April 24, 2009
I'm Julie Andrews, Miranda's Interpersonal Relationships teacher (am also the school health teacher). I read your post today at the board set up for
your daughter, Chelsea. I didn't send your family a card and wanted to express my sympathy to you, Miranda, Brianna, and your husband. I didn't
have the chance to meet Chelsea. I've heard wonderful things about her from
fellow teachers and students, alike. I also want to tell you that Miranda is a very special young lady. She is very brave and has done some nice work in my class so far. If I can ever be of any assistance to you, or Miranda, I hope you will feel free to ask. I wish you much grace and strength in the days ahead...many at GHS are thinking of you.
April 22, 2009
"Perhaps they are not stars, but openings in the Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines upon us to let us know they are happy and always with us."
Kristi Oliver
April 20, 2009
Dear Scott, Ida, Miranda , Brianna,
I remember Babysitting all three girls when you were young. It seems like yesterday. I loved watching you all play. Chelsea you will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to you all during this most difficult time.
Kelsie P
April 19, 2009
Dear Bowen family,
Deepest sympathy to your entire family. The loss of a child causes more pain in someones heart then one can imagine. I wish you the best in this crazy and unexplainable world.
From what I have seen, and heard, your family has incredible strength. Stay strong, and know that everyone is behind you.
Rest Peacefully Chelsea.
John,Susan, Eve and Matthew Monaghan
April 18, 2009
Dear Bowen Family-
I have thought long and hard to try and find the right words to say to you. I'm afraid I can not find them. What I do want you to know, and I hope it will bring you comfort in knowing that you are not alone and you are loved. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
April 18, 2009
Chelsea,
It has been a month now since you left us, but it seems like just yesterday we saw your beautiful, smiling face. Our home was always brighter when you were here. You were always talking, joking, laughing, smiling, or singing and dancing every time we saw you.
The world is a better place now for having had you in it, even though your time here was so very short. We will always remember you and hold you in a special place in our hearts and minds, ALWAYS with good memories of you.
We miss you more than words can say, but we know that you are in God's loving hands, and we would not want anything less for you.
May you rest in peace as God's newest Angel, and know that you are missed and loved by so many people now and always.
Melissa, Rob, Matt & Allie Daigle
Rob Couras
April 12, 2009
Scott, Ida, Manny, and Breesy,
Words cannot describe how sorry I am to hear about this loss. I know this loss has hurt you so much but I am at a loss as well. Since I read the news, I asked myself and God, why? I never got an answer but have come to this conclusion. God needed an angel desperately so he took Chelsea. The nite I heard the news it was raining quite hard. As tears ran down my face, a Buddy Jewell song popped in my head. I realized that God's first task for Chelsea was to "help pour out the rain." Chelsea, I just want to say I love you with all my heart. Thank you for touching my life and making me a better person for knowing you. Lastly, I look forward to having you watch over us and I will count down the days when I can see you again in heaven. Love, Rob
Jessica Bowen
April 10, 2009
The Bowen Family
Chelsea was such an amazing character with a contagious personality. I first met her when she entered high school, but even in such a short time, I have so many memories. She always was dancing when she heard music, and joking to make you laugh. Her smile could light up a room, and never left her face. She is happy and watching over us all.
God Bless and may you rest in peace Chelsea Rae
Cooper Helwig
April 9, 2009
Scott and Family,
It has been some 18 years since our time spent serving our country together at Incirlik AB. I remember your sense of humor, smile and zest for life. After reading many of the entries for your daughter, i have come to the realization she was no exception to this rule. I truly wish there was something i could do to help you and yours in these times. Please do not hesitate to call on us for anything. With deepest sympathy, Cooper Helwig and Family
Madeleine Baughn
April 8, 2009
Bowen Family,
I miss Chelsea deeply. I can't imagine what you guys are going though. Just remember that me Mom, and Ryan are only a few houses down. If you need a hug i'm here!!!
REST IN PEACE CHELSEA
Julie Roberts
April 8, 2009
Scott and Ida, Miranda and Brianna, Our prayers are with you all. We've been trying to reach you, but haven't been able to. We love you. The Roberts, (Ron, Julie, Chantelle, and Noelle, formerly of Laconia)
Heather Lakin
April 8, 2009
Chels-llelse i miss you so much!!! i miss you saying hi to me every morning and your bright smile that was contagious!!
You are forever loved and missed
Stephanie Polidoro
April 7, 2009
Mr. & Mrs. Bowen, Miranda and Brianna -
Stay strong. Chelsea was an amazing person and you must always remember that. Never forget what she meant to you and use that as your strength when you are down. Just know that as hard as things are and may be, she would want you to be happy. May Chelsea rest in peace and may her pain be gone.
Natasha Stromvall
April 7, 2009
Chelsea babyy. i miss you so much. it's not the same without you. i miss your always smiling face. you always made everyone laugh and always had a great time. i'm sad we wont have another summer together it was so much fun. you and miranda were always so much fun to be aroundits never gonna be the same without you. i miss you soo much. im sorry for the pain you were in but i hope your happy now. you are terribly missed but you will never be forgotten hun.
i lovee youu <3
Rest Easy baby girll.
ill see you some day. <333
3.16.09
Sarah
April 6, 2009
Although I did not know Chelsea I have many friends that did. So many people are effected by her loss and that just shows how much of an amazing person she must have been. I wish you all well and together you will get through all of this. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Chelsea. Never forgotten<3
kelly Yeargle
April 5, 2009
I am very sorry for your loss,
You guys stay strong<3
Everyone is here to support you,
just put a smile and no you have and amazing angel watching over you (:
Love always,
Kelly
Gregory Keane
April 3, 2009
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bowen, Miranda and Brianna,
I am very sorry for your loss. Chelsea was in my 3rd period class and always lit up the class with her bright smile. She will forever be missed but will always remain in my prayers.
Gregory K.
Karen & Gregory Trainor
April 3, 2009
Dear Scott, Ida, Miranda and Brianna,
Although we have not met, we hope that our thoughts and prayers will divide and lessen your sorrow and that Chelsea's bright light and spirit will shine through the darkness and protect you always. May God bless you.
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