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Sierra Giorgi Obituary
She was employed at Gabrielle's Karate and Kick Box in Waterford. She loved the spiritual discipline of her job, and her heart was in every move, especially when working with the children, whom she adored. She was a nursing student at Three Rivers Community College, where she recently earned High Honors status and made the dean's list. Sierra was a lover of nature, and many of the gifts she gave were often handcrafted from objects found while out exploring. Her lovely, gentle and kind spirit will be sorely missed by those who knew and loved her.
Sierra is survived by her mother, Cathy Giorgi, and father, Charles Ryan, both of California; dad, Lyle Crawford, of Fallbrook, Calif.; her son, Foster Ryan McCutcheon, whom she loved with all her might; and her long time companion, Ethan McCutheon, of Waterford, with whom she was very close, and his family.
Relatives include Auntie Dr. Mimi George, Uncle Mario George, Grandmother Jeanne George and her Ohana in the Islands; her brother, Blake Crawford; and sisters, Sheena Ryan and Trinka Giorgi, all of California. Dear friends include Master Gardener Tom Cornick, of New London, Lissa and Sara Conway, from Fallbrook High School, Liz and Dave Sunshine and family, of Lyme, and many to whom she was a beacon of light, love and hope.
The family wishes to graciously thank the Town of Waterford Police Department and the State Police for their diligence, sympathy and unwavering dedication.
A get together in her memory will be held at Harkness Memorial State Park Amphitheater in Waterford at 2:30 p.m. on Friday. Sierra loved potlucks, so please bring a lot of your favorite dish.
Burial will be private. Fulton-Theroux Funeral Home, New London is handling the arrangements. See www.mem.com for photos and online tributes.
The family requests that donations be made to the Sierra Giorgi Memorial Fund, c/o People's Bank, 117 Boston Post Road, Route 1Waterford, CT 06385-2400 in lieu of flowers.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Cree
July 2, 2025
Beautiful spirit
We lost a true ray of sunshine, she's always looking after her beloved son Foster.
Karine Heard
August 3, 2005
Sierra will be sadly missed by all. Such a beautiful girl inside and out. My thoughts are with Foster and Sierra's family.
Kathee Franklin-Hamilton
August 2, 2005
Sierra's Family,Ethan & Foster,
Thinking of you in My Heart...
Remembering You in My Prayers.
Peace Be with You.
Blessing's,
Kathee
CATHY GIORGI
August 2, 2005
TO ALL OF YOU THAT LOVED AND KNEW MY DAUGHTER. AS HER MOTHER I [OF COURSE] 'KNEW THAT SHE WAS SPECIAL'. TO READ YOUR WORDS AND HEARTFUL EXPRESSIONS IT WARMS MY HEART, AS WELL AS SIERRAS.
PLEASE KNOW THAT ALL OF YOU BECAME A PART OF HER. AS MUCH AS SHE BECAME A PART YOU!
LET US USE HER MEMORY TO MAKE OUR LIVES BETTER. LETS KEEP OUR CHILDREN CLOSE, LISTEN TO THIER WORDS.SIERRA HAD THAT GIFT... NOW SHE PASSES IT ON TO EACH OF US!
GOD BLESS YOU ALL FOR MAKING HER LIFE RICH AND MEANINGFUL.
LET US NOT FORGET HER SON FOSTER NOR, HER BROTHER BLAKE AND SISTERS TRINKA AND SHEENA.
THANKS TO ALL OF YOU, HER MOM , CATHY
July 31, 2005
Please check out http://www.sierragiorgi.com
Raymond Koonce
July 30, 2005
Sierra was an instructor for my granddaughter at Karate Class and she was adored by my grandaughter and is missed by her very much. She was a person who was a big influence on my granddaugher which I will be thankful for the rest of my life. God bless you Sierra and Thank you for what you did for Kaitlyn.
Betty Davis
July 30, 2005
So many wonderful thoughts, beautiful remembrances, and everlasting love for Sierra I feel the same as everyone who signed this guestbook. I was touched by her grace and spirit. Sierra's smile is forever etched in my memory. I believe that she walks and talks with Foster spiritually every day of his life, and even finds time to visit the people who loved her dearly. As much as I wish she was still here with us I know I will see her again when it is my time to go home.
Sierra you are truly missed by our family and not a day has gone by that we don't think of you and pray for your family. Foster will be FOSTERED by all of us, I think you know that. God be with you and all who have taken the time to sign this guest book. In the name of Thy Father, Thy Son and Thy Holy Spirit, Amen.
The Sunshine's
July 25, 2005
Sierra was a wonderful, kind, gentle, loving and most of all FUN person! We are truly blessed to have had her in our lives, even if it was for way to short a time. She had a profound effect on our family, and we will go through the rest of our days better people because we knew her. Godspeed Sierra! Catch you later!
WE LOVE YOU!!!!
Heather Shallcross
July 25, 2005
My heart goes out to the family and friends of Sierra. I work at the daycare Foster is in. I love him and it hurts to see such a sweet boy loose such a great mother. We all love you Foster and we are all here for you!!!
Lynn Gordon
July 22, 2005
My deepest sympathies to Sierra's family and to the McCutcheon's. Sometimes Life just makes no sense at all. I am so very sorry for your loss. Blessings to all.
Brandy Fanning
July 15, 2005
Dear Sierra, you have a very beautiful smile and joy and life comes to everyone when you are there. You were a great mother and everyone loves you. i am glad you were in my life and was always there. I love you.
Your niece,
Brandy
Robin D. McCutcheon
July 14, 2005
Sierra,
Belinda and I will miss your sweet smile and gentle nature for the rest of our lives. You were a wonderful person and will be missed by everyone who knew you.
The ancient Egyptians believed that a part of our soul is made up of the love and good feelings of the people who knew us and loved us. Your soul will be full of warm feeling from your friends and admirers.
Love and fond memories,
Robin and Belinda
July 12, 2005
Steve Crawford
July 11, 2005
I, Steve Crawford brother of Lyle who is her Dad, have gathered today with him, her brother Blake Crawford, her aunt Susan Engle and our spouses and children here in Fallbrook California to honor the memory of our beautiful Sierra. We always love you and we always hold you close Sierra. Your generous spirit and loving nature give us hope that we will always be with you through the grace of God and through our love for one another. May you rest in peace wonderful Sierra until we see you again.
auntie ai athenian
July 9, 2005
For myself and those who knew and loved Sierra we were blessed by her life ~the miracle of her life will endure despite the sorrow of her passing~ am deeply sorry for Foster & all her family ~ auntie ai
Kristen Noer (Fuller)
July 8, 2005
I was truly saddened to hear of the loss of Sierra. I went to Fallbrook High with her. Although we were not close friends, I knew her from hanging out and things. I was reading the local San Diego paper online, and read the terrible news. As soon as I saw her name, sadness overcame me. I remember her fom drama club, and how beautiful and nice she was. My heart goes out to her family, especially her little boy. I am a mother of 3, and couldn't possibly imagine how hard this must be for him. You are all in my prayers, and Sierra, may you rest in peace. You will never be forgotten my friend.
debbie
July 8, 2005
Although I never knew Sierra, my heartfelt condolences go out to her family and freinds. May her love and memories carry on through her son. God Bless.
July 8, 2005
Leta Wright
July 8, 2005
Aloha & hugs to Sierra's family~ some of us were priviledged to have shared a " 3 generations " breakfast on the beach in Waikiki with Jeannie, Sierra & son. She was a gentle mother !
Love to all from The Friendship Force in Honolulu!
Susan
July 7, 2005
My condolences to Sierra's family and friends and all that had the opportunity to meet her.
My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time and especially with Foster.
Keith Kimball
July 7, 2005
Sierra is a bright light that will never stop shining in the hearts that remember her. Sleep quietly.
Erin McCutcheon
July 7, 2005
Sierra,
You have given love and life to so many, and in so many ways. You have touched our lives more than you could have ever known. Know that you will be embraced eternally with our love.
A promise to you... All will be well. Your memory will continue to live on, and you will forever be with us in heart, mind, and spirit.
We will miss you.
Ben Meadows
July 7, 2005
Sierra, I loved having you in my family and being able to talk to the way I did. You were a very caring and loving person and everyone lost a little part of themselves when you left us. I have only happy memories of you and I will cherish them. I will always miss and love you.
Eric Carlson
July 7, 2005
We are fortunate to have been blessed with the friendship and kind nature of her old soul.
Happy trails Sierra ...until we meet again.
jessica
July 7, 2005
i am so deeply sorry for your loss.my heart goes out to her family and son.she seemed to be a wonderful woman.may you find peace knowing she is an angel.
Yulonda Wilbur
July 7, 2005
My heart goes out to the family of Sierra Giorgi. My son is a student at the karate school and he liked her very much. She was always nice and patient with the children. May God have a place for her in heaven. I pray that your family stay strong and together for her.
God bless you all.
Marie, Anna and Olivia Carmenati
July 7, 2005
Our lives have been profoundly touched and made better by all of the Gabriele's family of instructors. Our thoughts and prayers are with Sierra's family during this time of sorrow.
Edward Gadson
July 7, 2005
You have the love of all who surrounded you, Sierra. We couldn't help that if we wanted to. If nothing else, know that until we all come home to see you.
mary anne alfieri
July 7, 2005
With peace and love to all her knew Sierra.
cree mccutcheon
July 7, 2005
Always giving, and fighting towards a positive goal, she embodied integrity. Trusting and helping so many with the best of intentions. With a sparkling jewel for a heart, her love radiated deeply to so many. We will miss her and always remember beautiful "way".
Lauri Mead & Family
July 7, 2005
Sierra was a beautiful person and loved her son with everything she had. When she walked into the room his bright smile shone even brighter. May her memory remain with him forever and bring that smile to his face when he recalls her devotion and love.
May God bless Foster and all of Sierra's family and friends in such a tragic time. Take comfort in knowing that an entire community shares in your loss and our prayers will forever be with you.
Our condolensces,
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