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for Lance Fairchild
Della Verdugo
January 29, 2007
Dear Family of Lance, Twenty-two years ago, August,1985, a talented and young Lance was the perfect photographer for my parents' 50th wedding celebration at the Santa Rita Hotel. His charisma and appealing gift of humor made that event special and memorable. Only yesterday my 92-year old mom was marveling at each of the many fine photographs he took that eventful day. She said, "He is the only photographer on earth that could ever make me smile!" Today , thanks to Lance, we have these large, colorful, and truly meaningful pictures of my parents, their close family and all the guests. Lance is the BEST. And now I know more about him from today's writeup in the Star (Bonnie Henry). His beautiful spirit lives. My family and I extend our sincere condolences to you.
Della, Sara , Brenda and Fred Verdugo
stacey palm
October 11, 2006
I am just hearing of this very sad news about Lance. I first met him when I was a senior in high school at Rincon in 1989. He took my senior pictures and then offered me a job! He said I had a great smile and a wonderful personality, I thought the same of him. I knew his wife at that time and he always stuck up for me when she would get upset at something that would go wrong in the office. I had seen him a couple of times out and about and he told me so much about you Pam and Baby Lance at that time, I am just very sorry I was not able to meet you both. I am very sorry for your loss he was a great person.
Amanda Rempfer
September 1, 2006
I'm a little late at hearing this news, but i am very saddened to hear it! To His family i send my condolences. Though i did not know Lance personally he took my 10th grade cheerleading pictures and did such an amazing job i went back to him for my senior pictures in 05, and again he did an amazing job! Lance will surely be missed!! He was such a nice guy!
Monique Perez
August 12, 2006
I did not know Lance that well, but he took pictures of me when i was 7 years old. I am now in high school and i really wanted him to take my senior photos. Lance also helped my mom out by taking pictures of her for her job. He did such a great job! Thank you Lance. Pamela and Little Lance... our hearts & prayers are with you!!! God Bless
Amanda Zamudio
July 26, 2006
I just wanted to say that Lance you will be missed. You are a great photograher. Thank you for taking our prom pictures at Benson High and those wonderful photos for me. God Bless. For Little Lance and Pam hang in there. Pam you were great to talk to on the phone and best of luck.
Mechelle Green
July 18, 2006
Pam and Little Lance, May God watch over and comfort you as only he can. Lance was the best Brother-in-law and Uncle that we ever could have asked for. His energy and enthusiasm for life will always inspire us to live ours better. He was a special gift that we will always be grateful for. He has blessed our family in abundance, he will be missed so much. All our hearts go out to you. Love, Pat, Mickey, Austin & Caitlin
Mike and Judy Dodd
July 16, 2006
Pamela and Family, we were so sorry to hear of the passing of such a good man. He will be greatly missed. From our daughter's ballet photos to her senior pictures, Lance was always so kind, gracious and professional. May the Lord comfort you and sustain you.
Glenn and Penny Hilde
July 15, 2006
Pam and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Lance has added a wonderful legacy with his beautiful photos to many homes. As we look at these photos we will also think and pray for the family of the man that took them.
Esther Mayer
July 7, 2006
Pamela I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Lance for 25 years. He was quite a character and had a great way with his clients. His beautiful photgraphy will be missed. I pray that god will comfort you and Little Lance, and that all your memories bring you strength and comfort. In sympathy and hope,
Shelby Boswell
July 7, 2006
I was the mother of the Bride at a wedding Lance photographed. He captured some great moments. I also captured a picture of him. I had to tell him to smile. I gave him a copy of it, I hope you still have it. Pictures mean so much when our loved ones are gone. I am praying for the family.
Bill & Debbie Thomasson
July 5, 2006
May your memories of Lance carry you through this difficult time. We will never forget Lance as he captured so many of our family memories in pictures.
Jan & Dave Malkin
July 5, 2006
Dearest Pam
We are so saddened to hear of your loss. You both have been such a special blessing to the Malkin family having provided us with our 19 member family with several large wall photos that we cherish and also the photos at our 50th wedding anniversary at Tanque Verde Ranch. We will continue to pray for you and your Son and we thank God for the time we shared with Lance. May God's Presence fill you with all you have need of during this time. Love You
Anita
July 2, 2006
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. He will be missed by all who met him. He first took my pictures in High School at Mountain View High School. He did my graduation pictures in '93 and did my wedding in '98. My deepest sympathy to the family. You are all in my prayers.
Jeff & Laura Skelton
July 2, 2006
Lance photographed our engagement and our wedding. He was just such a blessing to the event. I had met him years prior working a Bridal Fair, and he was just a wonderful, wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, he will be so greatly missed.
RICHARD MARTINEZ
July 2, 2006
IM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS MAY YOU AND YOUR FAMILY KEEP THE SPECIAL MEMORIES IN YOUR HEARTS YOUR FAMILY IS A TRUE TRADITION OF LIVING IN TUCSON THANKS TO YOUR FAMILY GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Kesha, PV Cheer Coach
July 1, 2006
Dear Mrs. Pam, Little Lance & Family,
The Palo Verde High Varsity Cheerleading Squad would like to express our sympathy in the loss of a wonder person, Mr. Fairchild. There's so little one can do or say, but may it help to know
that others deeply care. May God give you strength to bear this loss, as only He can do, and grant his loving comfort to you and your family. God Bless.
John Klinger
July 1, 2006
Pam and Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. We met Lance when he brought Lance Jr into have his photo taken with Santa, and several years after, at the Tucson Mall. We enjoyed our discussions of photography, entering the digital world, and also had the pleasure of seeing you both during a visit at the Mayan Palace in Puerto Penasco in 2005. Our deepest sympathy and prayers.
John Klinger & George Vissichelli
KV Foto/Special Event Photos
Amber Winter Jason Toumey
June 29, 2006
Pam,
Jason and I want you to know that you have both been on our minds over the last few months, needless to say we had no clue to the heartache of pain that you and your family were going through. Both of our hearts were broken when we heard the news! Lance was a very special person and the best Photographer, EVER! The artwork that the two of your put together for our family will always remain very close to our hearts! God Bless you and Little Lance! May your heart mend it's sorrow over time!
Much Love to you !!
Amber & Jason
Tommy Gin
June 29, 2006
On behalf of my children, Jasmine, Justin, & myself, I would like to express our deepest & sincerest sympathy & condolences to Lance's family, including Lance's niece, Rachael. Lance was well loved & will be missed dearly by his family & by all who knew him whether in life or thru business ..... May your hearts soon be filled with the wonderful memories of happy & joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived ..... Our prayers are with you all ....God bless ....
Tommy Gin
James and Barbara Reyes
June 28, 2006
Our thughts and prayers go out to Pam, Lance Jr. and family. He loved taking pictures no matter where he was. Lance is in his photo studio in heaven, enjoying every minute. Will miss him at church. James and Barbara Reyes
Rev. Leo McCarthy,O.Carm.
June 28, 2006
My condolence and prayers are with the family. I remember well when Lance sang in the Sacred Heart Choir, and photographed the staff for the parish picture directory. When I was principal at Salpointe, and needed a photograpy teacher, Lance filled the position with gusto! May he rest in peace.
Dolores Lopez
June 28, 2006
"Pamy" - We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you and little Lance and the family are in our hearts and prayers.
Love,
Ernest & Dolores Lopez & Family
Beth Hugo
June 28, 2006
My prayers go out to the Fairchild family. I meet Lance 3 years ago when he shot my senor pictures. I experienced the passion he had for photography and his spirit made every moment comfortable and memorable. Lance, you will be missed and your work will be treasured. God Bless!
Steve Roy
June 28, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ashley Lowery
June 28, 2006
Lance was an amazing person. He was so energetic and full of life that he made anyone love being around him. He had a passion for life and for photography. I have been truly blessed to have known lance and to have worked with him and Pam for years. Lance will be missed greatly by all who knew him and by all who had the privilege of being photographed by him. I will miss Lance terribly, but I will be comforted knowing that he is with our Lord and that we will see him again one day. All my love and deepest sympathy goes out to Pam, little Lance, and the rest of the Fairchild Family.
Dave & Sonia Voigt
June 28, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Thank you for the wonderful experience you gave us during the photo shoot with the tigers...you will truly be missed.
Francine L
June 28, 2006
My sincere sympathy to Pam, Lil Lance and the entire Fairchild Family. I met Lance one year taking my Volleyball team over for a photo session and have been there for 6 years. Because of Lance's professionalism and his unbelievable talent to make my shy students laugh, I refused to take them anywhere else. Everytime was an positive experience and an awesome outcome for all of us. I am honored to have known and especially laughed with Lance. I will miss him dearly!
Norma and Rob Rider
June 28, 2006
Our thoughts and our prayers go out to all the Fairchild family. We remember with fond memories when Lance was first starting out as a photographer and watched him grow into a great photographer. We will always remember Lance as a wonderful and caring person. We'll miss you Lance!
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Pam Ruggeroli
June 28, 2006
I am so sad for your loss and for the communities loss. Lance touched many lives with his special gift. It was always a joy to have him take your photo. He loved what he did and it was obvious when you were in his studio that he loved his family! My heart and prayers go out to all of you! He will truly be missed!
Sincerely,
Pam Ruggeroli
2005 Heart Ball Chair
Nan Bagalini
June 27, 2006
Pam,
May God's love bring you and your family deep peace and comfort. Please know you are in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
L. Reeve
June 27, 2006
Alhtough I didn't know Lance or his family personally, I am very familiar with the reputation he built in his Photography business over the years. I'm happy that his legacy will continue. My sincere condolences to his wife and family.
Marcella Membrila
June 27, 2006
My condolences to the family. Lance photographed my four children's senior portraits and they are amazing. He was such an awesome person and always smiling. He will be sorely missed.
Angela Ward
June 27, 2006
I met Lance only a couple of times while employed at Charles Rest. where he was the photographer for some wedding functions. I have never forgotten him because he was one of the nicest people I had ever met. Not many people can touch a stranger with such genuine kindness. You knew you had just met someone special.
Melody Foster
June 27, 2006
THank you Lance for taking such wonderful pictures of our family! You made getting your photo taken so much fun! God bless you and your family!
Betsy Lawton
June 27, 2006
Lance was a wonderful person to work with but, more importantly to know. I have so enjoyed his friendship over the years. Pam, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joseph & Maria (White) O'Keefe
June 27, 2006
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Fairchild family.
June 27, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. May sweet memories bring you comfort. We are so sorry for your loss.
The Beach Company
Charleston, South Carolina
Stephnie Cohen
June 27, 2006
I worked directly with Lance and Pam for almost a year at the studio and am so sad for the loss of such a great and wonderful man. He was such a happy man and so full of life. I wish I could be there to convey my sympothy for Pam the way I would like, but am currently out of state. Pam I love you and am so sorry. He is greatly missed by many.
Gabrielle and Jay Gonzales
June 27, 2006
Our deepest condolences to Lance's family. Lance photographed our children on a couple of occasions and his talent was unequaled. We will treasure the photos Lance so carefully created of our children.
Paul Merino
June 27, 2006
I worked with Lance at a local wedding photography studio in 1980. He was a great talent and colleague, always positive and upbeat. My girlfriend and I had the fun experience of being photographed with tigers by Lance in his garden studio in recent years. My deepest sympathies to Lance's family. I'll always remember him.
Andrea Isner
June 27, 2006
I met Lance Fairchild when I was a senior at CDO High School in 1992. I had a photo session with him. He was a genius with such a gift. He will be greatly missed.
Barbara Applebaum
June 27, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during the very difficult days ahead. Lance was such a fun person and I have fond memories of him. He worked with Floyd Gardner back in the 80's and took our senior pictures. Lance hired me for the day to sort my class' photos (CDO '82) and we laughed and joked around so much. I used to visit him from time to time; he was such a vibrant, kind, fun-loving person!
Don and Rhonda Booth
June 27, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Claudia M.T. Ludeman
June 27, 2006
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the family of Lance Fairchild. Such a gentleman! He will be missed!
Deborah Winn
June 27, 2006
Pamela,
I can only say my family's prayers are with you right now. We are all so sorry for your loss. God Bless you and your family.
Deborah Winn
Lauren Smith Klase
June 27, 2006
My thoughts and prayers go to all of you with the loss of Lance. Lance is a man that always had such impact on my son, Taylor, my daughter, Lauren, and me. When I think of Lance, he will always be considered my friend.
Pam and family, my heart goes out to you all. Bless you!
Judith Weiser
June 27, 2006
I did not personally know Lance, but have had the pleasure for so many years of seeing the wonderful way he captured the essences of so many Tucsonans in his photography. He will always be a treasure of this community.
Linda Lazzeroni
June 27, 2006
What a tremendous loss for our community! I only met Lance once when he photographed my daughter and he was a fine gentleman. I am sorry for your loss, Pamela.
Frieda Liebeskind
June 27, 2006
My family and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Fairchild family.
Carolyn & Crystal Burger
June 27, 2006
We love you Pam. Our prayers are with you and your family. We feel so priviledged to have had him take Crystal's pictures. We will never forget what an extra special job he did. You could alwasys tell how much he loved his job and most of all his family.
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