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Taylor Behl Obituary
Of Vienna, VA, TAYLOR MARIE BEHL, beloved daughter of Janet Pelasara of Vienna, VA and Matthew Behl of Springfield, VA. She is also survived by her grandmothers Nancy Pelasara of Pawleys Island, SC and Dorothy Behl of Springfield, VA and an array of aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call at the MONEY & KING FUNERAL HOME, 171 W. Maple Ave., W., Vienna, VA on Thursday, October 13, 2005 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the Church of the Holy Comforter, 543 Beulah Rd., Vienna, VA on Friday, October 14, at 11 a.m. Interment private. Flowers will be accepted or contributions may be made to the Childrens Hospital in Washington, D.C. All inquires should be directed to MONEY AND KING FUNERAL HOME, 703-938-7440.
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Memories and Condolences
for Taylor Behl
Kelsey
October 31, 2005
Taylor's story has touched me so deeply, I pray that there will be justice and for her loved ones, that there can be peace. You are in my heart, rest in peace Taylor.
Lori Miller (Young)
October 26, 2005
Teenie,
I can still remember seeing Taylor bouncing around the softball field in fairfax. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Ruth Aubrey
October 24, 2005
My family (me, Tim & Megan) knew Taylor when she lived in Ashburn and we have been devastated by this tragedy. I cannot begin to understand how Janet gets through the day. I will always see Taylor in my minds eye as the smiling sweetheart going back and forth to the pool. How over the course of one winter she blossomed into a gorgeous young lady and how Janet and I talked about our girls and how scary it was that they were growing so quickly. Janet - know that you were a terrific mother and I strive to have the kind of relationship with Megan that you had with Taylor. Know that you are constantly in my prayers.
laura ghecenco
October 24, 2005
i followed the story...i felt so awfull...rest in peace,taylor!
jeremy keating
October 21, 2005
the world will never understand the loose we all face now without Taylor, weither you knew her or not. A bright star taken to early..
RIP Taylor Marie we will all miss you
Kathy Criste
October 21, 2005
I am so very sorry for your family and what you all are feeling. I, too, lost my daughter just last month. She was 22, only by four days, and our baby. She was found floating in a pool in Arlington. I still wait for her to coming flying in the house in a whirlwind and calling for our dog. I don't cry every hour, now it's down to about every other hour. Maybe next month, it will be less. Please know that you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
Sincerely,
Kathy
Jamie Pumpelly
October 20, 2005
To the family of Taylor;
I am deeply sadden by your loss and can say that I understand. My 18 year old daughter, two days before we were to leave for college, was in a tragic fatal accident on August 17 on Lee Chapel Rd. The three other passengers (her friends) fortunately are fine. Oddly enough she was the only one wearing her seat belt. I know the pain but I am also aware that you have gone through tragic circumstances leading up to her death. Jamie Alexandra Grimsley was my only daughter, although I have two other sons. There is a special bond between a mother and a daughter and I will miss her compassion. All of our children we love with such an unselfish love and we are truly broken and torn when we have to say Goodbye. It is simply out of order,unfair and very confusing. I wish I could understand but I never will; maybe when I see her in the end, and only then, will I be able to understand. Again, I feel your pain.
Sincerely,
Jamie Pumpelly
(Jamie Alexandra "Allie" Grimsley's Mom)
Evelyn Newell
October 18, 2005
To Taylor's family, I am so very sorry at the loss of your sweet precious daughter. You will never know how much Taylor has touched my heart. Even though I did not know Taylor, I too have a 17 yr. old daughter that I sent to college this fall. I prayed that Taylor would be found safe and well. I think about her and you every day. Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers and I will never forget Taylor.
D Ferguson
October 17, 2005
To Taylors family I am so sorry for your loss. I can only imagine how you feel. Your pain has hit this town hard. Yet always know that if you need a friend here my arms and home are there for you and yours.
Laurie, Ed and Scott Shoemaker
October 17, 2005
I think Janet is very strong and I am glad she is speaking out.
We are friends of Paul from high school and his lovely mother, Dorothy, Taylor's Grandmother. All your Springfield friends are holding you in their hearts.
ANGELA T
October 17, 2005
DEAR TAYLOR FAMILY,
I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER YOU'VE BEEN IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
Michael Patton
October 16, 2005
My heart goes out to this family. Taylor was in my prayers everyday since she was first announced missing. I'll continue to pray for your healing. God Bless
Janice Costella
October 16, 2005
Matt, Janet, all of Taylor's family and friends,
I know of Taylor only from the news reports, which I've followed since the start and the outcome is heartbreaking. May God bring you peace. You are wonderful parents, thank you for blessing this earth with the presence of beautiful Taylor. You can't see her and touch her physically, but she is with you always, just as she has always been.
God bless you.
Phil LeCroy
October 15, 2005
To the parents of Taylor, Just wanted to say I was thinking of you and will pray for you.
ROSE HALL
October 15, 2005
I am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time . May god be with you always.
N D
October 14, 2005
There are so many of us that didn't know Taylor personally, but as a community we mourn for her loss. We all hope that our support can get you through this awful time.
WSHS Community
October 14, 2005
Dear Matt, Dorothy, and Janet-
Our hearts ache for the loss that you have experienced.
May God keep his arms wrapped around you during these difficult days.
The Harmon Place crew
Vee Osborne
October 14, 2005
Teenie, I can't even imagine your heartbreak. Taylor is beautiful, just like her Mom. My deepest sympathy to you and her father, as well as the entire Pelasara and Behl families. You are in my prayers every day.
P G
October 14, 2005
Although I don't know the family personally, please know that Taylor and her family and friends are in everyones thoughts and prayers. We ask God to somehow eventually ease your pain. As a mother of two teenagers, my heart aches for you.
pat s
October 13, 2005
so sorry to hear about your daughter Taylor. I pray for you and your family.
a mom of teenagers
N P
October 13, 2005
I never had the privilege of knowing Taylor but she touched me deeply nonetheless. I am praying for her and for all the people she left behind. God bless you.
J C
October 13, 2005
May God wrap his arms around you in this time of sorrow. The nation has adopted Taylor...She is everyones daughter, niece, and friend. May your thoughts be comforted knowing your baby is now with Jesus. RIP sweet Taylor.
Kelly D
October 13, 2005
My prayers are with you all at this difficult time. I do not know you and I never met Taylor, but she seemed a beautiful, sweet girl. I pray that you will find peace in the coming days as you remember her with love. Until that time, may God hold you in his arms and provide the peace that only He can.
Joanne Donohue Freeman
October 13, 2005
My heart goes out to all of you in this troubling time. I feel comforted, as I hope you do, that she is now in God's hands and will never be hurt again. I remember Taylor as a sweet little girl who grew up so quickly into a beautiful young lady. I will treasure those memories forever, as I am sure you will. I know she can hear us so - Happy 18th Birthday Taylor.
Betty and Katie Kelley
October 13, 2005
Family and Friends of Taylor:
We are so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Taylor but I went to the same High School, James Madison (where my Mother, Betty drives a school bus). I can't express how saddened we are by your loss. You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Lori Moore
October 13, 2005
My Deepest Sympathy goes out the family and friends of Taylor Behl. I know that she will be deeply missed.
Jackie Fitzgerald
October 13, 2005
My heart goes out to you and your entire family and friends.I have been following this case closely from the very beginning, and I have been praying for Taylor to be safe.Well...Taylor is safe now and she can never be hurt again. I have a 14 year old niece that looks identical to Taylor, she is also somewhat of a "free spirit"...I got cold chills when I found out that Taylors birthday was on Oct. 13, as that is the same date of my nieces birthday. May God comfort your family, you will be forever in my prayers. Love, Jackie
B B
October 13, 2005
Taylor was blessed to be loved by you Janet. Remember all of the sweet moments and I know that you have your own guardian angel watching over now as Taylor rests in heaven waiting for you.
Daniel Kellar
October 13, 2005
We uphold your family in love and prayer at this terrible time. May Jesus Christ sustain and comfort you just as he is taking care of your Taylor at home in Heaven. Daniel & Carolyn Kellar Richmond, Va.
LeAnna
October 13, 2005
Taylor and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. You will never forget but time and justice will ease your pain.
tom gavin
October 13, 2005
iwall miss you very mach jammjav
Linda Wyckoff
October 13, 2005
I am so very saddened by the loss of your daughter, Taylor. I can truly empathize with your pain as I have experienced the loss of my precious daughter and son also. Taylor was a beautiful young woman and the love you had for each other was clearly revealed every time you wrote or spoke of her. Taylor is now safe in God's Kingdom where there is no sorrow, suffering, pain or darkness. Taylor's memory will live on in your heart forever. Taylor's memory will also live in my heart forever as I will never forget her beautiful face. I hope you will find peace in the fact that one day you will be with Taylor for eternity. My love to you and your family.
LP
October 13, 2005
There are no words to ease your pain
So many unanswered questions remain
I did not know her but all the same
I prayed for her and He called her name
Too early for us to see her go
Why this happened? We may never know
Just know you have friends all over the world
Praying for you and your beautiful girl
Time will heal this pain and grief
Just trust in your faith and there will be relief....
Praying for you all...God Bless
Tina Viar (DeJonghe)
October 13, 2005
To the Pelasara and Behl Families
Please know with heavy heart, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Always remember, the memories Taylor left in your hearts can never be taken from you. My condolences and Godspeed.
Joe and Marcie Law
October 13, 2005
I pray that all Taylor's friends and family be able to take solace knowing that she is now happy and at peace. Let us all heal together. For there is no better way to do that with the love of friends and family. God bless you Taylor.
Jane Thomas Nash
October 13, 2005
Dear Pelesara and Behl Family,
Please accept our most heartfelt condolences on the tragic loss of your beautiful daughter, Taylor Marie. The loss of such a radiant light to so many is just devastating. Taylor's outward and inward beauty, innocence and kindness will always live in the hearts and minds of those she touched.
May the many loving memories of Taylor comfort you and may our Loving God embrace her tenderly and care for her in the Great Glory of His Heaven. We humbly ask for the Lord's blessings, His Strength, Peace and Love upon her mother and father and all of her family and friends. The world has lost a special angel.
We will continue to keep Taylor and her beautiful mother and father and family in our daily thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Barbara and Lynn Trexler
October 13, 2005
Words can never say what you must feel for the lose of your beautiful daughter. She touched our hearts and we are very sorry for your lose. She is with her Heavenly Father now and he will look after her until you are re united. God speed Taylor and may justice be done.
October 13, 2005
May you find peace and happiness knowing Taylor is now in a better place. I'm so sorry for you loss. What a tragedy.
K H
October 12, 2005
Dear Lord,
I pray that as you welcome Taylor into your heavenly kingdom that you hold Matt, Janet, Taylor's family and friends in your loving and comforting arms. Heal them Lord and help them to know your love through this, the most challengeing times of thier lives.
In christ's name. Amen.
H and J Mitchell
October 12, 2005
God Bless the entire family and all of the friends of Taylor. May God be with you during this terrible time. We continue to pray for all of you.
Peace be with you,
Christy Genova
October 12, 2005
To Taylor's Family & Friends-
I, like many others, have never met Taylor. But apparently we had a mutual friend...sadly enough, our lives never quite had the chance to cross. But my heart hurts for you. I lost a brother when I was 14 (he was 16) so I know how hard it is to lose someone so close and dear to you. Though, my situation is not nearly as tragic as yours, I offer any sympathy that I can in your hardest of times. My condolences could go on forever and ever. I am truly sorry for your loss, and I pray for the day that you can all get your emotional strength back from this horrible event. God bless, more people are thinking of you than you can honestly comprehend...We all send our love from Longwood University.
Ann Chen
October 12, 2005
Please know this, we as a community share your sorrow. I hope that our support can somehow help you bear the unbearable.
Victoria Brooks
October 12, 2005
My brothers, Nelson and Nolan Elmore, and myself all send our thoughts and prayers for healing for the family.
KC
October 12, 2005
I'm am so sorry for your loss. No one should ever be taken from this world in such a way. I pray for you daily and know that Taylor is now with the Lord.
D C
October 12, 2005
Rest in peace, Taylor.
Rick & Lisa Hoopingarner
October 12, 2005
Mr. & Mrs. Behl,
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your daughter. Rick and I were friends with Paul in high school and have followed Taylor's story with prayers. I no that there are NO words to make things even seem better but please know this...You now have a gardian angel and she will always be with you taking care of you. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Condulances,
Lisa & Rick Hoopingarner
Toni Moniot Heer
October 12, 2005
In your time of sorrow, may you be comforted by the lovely, gentle reminders of your precious Taylor and by the memories that will live on in your heart.
Jan DeBaugh
October 12, 2005
To Taylor's Family,
My heart breaks for you in the tragic loss of your beloved Taylor Marie. There is no doubt that she was so special and gave joy to those around her. Having lost my daughter, Kattie, last year, then 21, in an automobile accident 18 months ago while she was 3 hours away at college, I know only too well you pain. But I also know that Taylor is now in God's hands and basking in his eternal love and light. She is with those who have gone before her and I'm sure, would want you all to go on and live life to the fullest. May God give you the strength to do that, and may he bless Taylor and you all forever.
Tami
October 12, 2005
May God's hands hold Janet through this terrible tragedy
Grace Payne
October 12, 2005
Heaven has a beautiful Angel. Our thoughts and prayers are with Matt and Janet in their time of sorrow. Taylor will be missed by many.
Robin Tatina
October 12, 2005
And now, God grant you journeying mercies, friend,
the Deep Peace of the quiet earth to you,
the Deep Peace of the silent stars to you,
the Deep Peace of the flowing air to you,
the Deep Peace of the running wave to you
the Deep Peace of the Son of Peace to you. Amen
Wayne and June Hosier
October 12, 2005
We extend our sincere condolences and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Melissa M
October 12, 2005
To the Parents, Family, and Friends of Taylor, I am so extremely sorry for your tragic loss. Words cannot express how deeply saddening this story is and I only wish that simple words of condolence could bring you peace. I pray that in time, you will use the good memories of her to get you through each day and let the horrific memory of her passing fade.
My prayers will always include Taylor and her family, as well as all the other families who have experienced such tragedy.
Hdnda DeJonghe-Smith
October 12, 2005
To the Pelasara & Behl familys,
Our thoughts and prayers to you and yours as you go through this difficult time. May knowing that you have so many who care help comfort you.
Taia Canino
October 12, 2005
I did not know Taylor, nor her family, but have followed this story from the beginning. I am a Mother of two, and cannot express the sorrow I have for you w/ the loss of your child. My prayers are with the family & friends of Taylor ~ may the Lord ease the pain you've endured. Taylor was an angel walking among us and now she will watch over us all. Blessings & love.
Terri (Van Meter) Black
October 12, 2005
There are many former WSHS members here in South Florida. We have watched this unfold and have felt the emotional devistation right along with you. I hope you can feel the love and prayer that surrounds you at this moment. One Day At A Time...God Bless your family.
Marcus Boyd
October 12, 2005
I'm so sorry for your family's loss...for the world's loss for that matter. I wish there were something I could say to adequately convey how this has affected me personally. I'm not sure I can even imagine what you are going through. God bless and keep you all...and God bless the memory of Taylor Behl.
Carol
October 12, 2005
With great sympathy in the loss of beautiful Taylor.
Charity Zentz
October 12, 2005
Words don't come easy when I think about your loss of beautiful Taylor. I am so sorry and pray for your family to find peace and the way to continue on. Rest in the Lord's arms, know that your little girl is in heaven, surrounded by angels, and knows no pain, just peace. The world is praying for you and your family, God Bless.............
Alice Kelly
October 12, 2005
I followed Taylor's story from the time of her disappearance. I had hoped there would be a different ending and that she would be found safe, but that was not to be. May God bless Taylor and her family and hold them in the palm of His hands.
The family has my sincere sympathy for their loss. Another bright star shines in the heavens.
Barb Mallon
October 12, 2005
I wanted to send my condolences to the family of sweet Taylor. What a beautiful girl. As the mother of a daughter who attends VCU myself, this entire story, of course, captured my attention. I will continue to keep both Taylor and her family in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
Barb
Rosemary
October 12, 2005
I'm so sorry for the loss of your child. May she rest in peace.
Mary Ellen McElenney
October 12, 2005
To the Dear Family of Taylor:
I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you the strength to carry on with your lives.
God Bless you all
Mary Ellen
Lisa Abshire
October 12, 2005
Janet and Matt,
I am sorry for your loss. It is the greatest loss a parent can bear. I can not imagine the pain but hope that in time, memories of Taylor Marie will ease your grief.
Kristy M
October 12, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I had no personal connection with Taylor, but watched this tragedy unfold. There is a place in my heart for this beautiful young women. So sorry for your loss, take care.
E fowler
October 12, 2005
God of our Life, There are days when the burdens we carry bend our shoulders and wear us down; when the road seems dreary and endless; the skies grey and threatening; when our lives seem to have no music left, and our hearts lonley and searching. Flood our paths with your light so that we may see ahead. Give us hope.
Amen
Your daughter is beautiful and kind.
Jennifer Palmer
October 12, 2005
Godspeed to Taylor. May the love and strength of all who feel your pain during this time, get you through. Heaven has acquired a beautiful angel.
Heather Lucas
October 12, 2005
I did not know Taylor, but I have been keeping up with the news of her disappearance since the beginning. I am so sorry to hear of your loss, I can not even begin to fathom what family and friends are going through. Just know that she does not have to endure anymore pain or suffering because she is with God now. I pray that God gives you the strength to get through this hard time.
With great sympathy,
Heather
Susan McGaha (Oswald)
October 12, 2005
My heart aches for Taylors family. Love to them all
Mary Hamson
October 12, 2005
I hope that all of our prayers will offer you some solace. I am sorry beyond words for your loss.
Alex
October 12, 2005
Go on to bigger and better things beautiful, you will always be remebered.
The Koretsky's
October 12, 2005
Gob bless you all during this terrible time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Brad Trevillian
October 12, 2005
"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angles nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord".
Romans 8
October 12, 2005
Too bad i didn't know you! I hope you are in good hands now!
Vic Osborne
October 12, 2005
So sorry for your loss. Mom and I have been following this tragedy since the beginning. Know that our thoughts and prayers have been with you since the beginning and will continue to be.
Rachel Johnson
October 12, 2005
May peace be with you Taylor, and may God cradle those that love you in this time of mourning. Godspeed Beautiful Girl!
Virginia Layman
October 12, 2005
My heart, prayers and thoughts go out to Taylor's family and friends. As a mother myself, I cannot imagine the emptiness and heartache you must be feeling. I never knew Taylor, but have followed this story from day one, and even I feel such a deep sense of loss for a child taken way before her time. May God be with you during the days and weeks to come. Please remember that Taylor is now in heaven, where she will forever be peaceful and happy!
Luke Clark
October 12, 2005
May the memories of Taylor's radiant smile warm your hearts. Know that she has taken her place among the brightest stars in the sky and that when you feel the hot sun beating on the back of your neck; she is smiling down upon you.
God Bless and God Speed
Jill
October 12, 2005
The world watched, we fell in love with Taylor, we prayed. Now we mourn, but we still pray.
May the Spirit of God comfort you as you mourn the loss of what was clearly stolen from you.
Shalom.
Michael Kirnan
October 12, 2005
I am deeply sorry for your loss. My heart and Prayers go with you and your family through this terrible time. Taylor Marie will be in the heart & minds of many for a longtime to come.
w/ Love & Prayers
B F
October 12, 2005
Father, Let me hold thy hand and like a child walk with thee down all my days, secure in thy love and strength.
AMEN
Dorine
October 12, 2005
Mr and Mrs Behl,
My family's thoughts and prayer are with you in this dark time. Be assured that Taylor is in God's embrace and she is watching over you. She will always be with you in your hearts and minds. God Bless you both and may you find comfort in the joy of her life.
Teresa
October 12, 2005
To the family and friends of Taylor,
We all wanted a happy ending to this story. I am so sorry that this beautiful girls life ended the way it did. No words are going to take your pain a way right now. Just know a lot of people are praying for you. I am not going to say Taylor is in a better place. She should have grown old and had children of her own. God bless you and may Taylor rest in peace.
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