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  This website is for the families of students at Columbine High School in Littleton, Colorado. Please E-mail your message and I will post it as soon as I can. All messages are monitored so please be respectful. Thank you and God Bless! CLICK TO SEE STORY OF EACH STUDENT CLICK FOR NEWS ARTICLES    I'm very sorry to hear about all the broken hearts and sadness in your families and school friends and teachers. It makes me wanting to be very cautious in everything that I do especially in school and with
other people. If someone reads this who has lost a close friend or family member, I just want you to know that we care and just want you to know that if you think no one loves you, always remember God cares and always love you, no matter what you do. Everything will be okay. Just take every day step by step, and you'll get through life easily. I'm sorry this isn't very long. Take care and we will keep you in our prayers. God bless you and your families.Love, Elisabeth Anders Pastor's daughter at Stallings Memorial Baptist Church To the people of Littleton, and especially to all the families that
have lost loved ones or who have loved ones that have been directly wounded either physically or emotionally. I would like to send my heartfelt sympathies and sorrow, my love, and my prayers. Ever since the tragedy occurred, all the students of Columbine High have been in my thoughts and my tears. It is so sad that things had to end up in such a deadly manner. Hopefully, there will be a solution one day soon so tragedies of this kind don't ever happen again. You have my support, along with the support of the world as you know, praying for your recovery. Just maybe if someone could E-mail me from there I'd love to be pen pals, but of course I understand if I don't hear from anybody.With all my love, Aliya - 19 year old college student from BC, Canada. P.S. I used to live in the U.S. so I know how schools are like down there. I am so deeply sorry for the hurt and pain that you must be feeling. Two years ago my nephew was killed, and if nothing else good came from it, I've learned to forgive. You will forever be in my prayers and thoughts. For I know that God would want you to forgive in order to have the peace that you need. I live in Indianapolis, IN. and everywhere I go there is someone talking about how they are praying for the families. May God continue to bless and keep you in his will.Dannel Murphy, Organizer AFSCME, AFL-CIO Indiana Council 62 Dear Families of those who lost their lives last Tuesday,It is hard to believe that it was only this time last week that everything began to happen that would end the lives of your precious children. What can we say? It is such a horrendous atrocity and worse, nothing can change it or bring them back. I live in Salisbury, North Carolina, many, many miles away from Littleton, and yet this tragedy has affected me as if it happened in our own school system. I am a Southern Baptist minister here in Salisbury, and I want you to know that I devoted my Sunday message entirely to what has happened. I want you to know that my heart is still burdened continually about it and that I intend to continue to remember you in my earnest prayers. Oh, God bless you so much! Only he can reach to the depth of the pain you are experiencing. We are your friends and care! Sincerely, Mark Anders Pastor, Stallings Memorial Baptist Church To the families and students of Columbine High,My name is Kayti Miller and I'm from Australia. Here, we've heard of the terrible thing that has happened to you all. I can't ease you pain, no one can. So I guess I'm just writing to tell you all that you are all angels and God will look after you. Craig Scott, I was touched by your interview on NBC the other day, and I wish you and your family the best in recovering from this horrific tragedy. I am very sorry for the loss you have all suffered. Please email me, if you want to. My email address is Tears_No_more@hotmail.com. May God touch you all in your time of pain. Yours sincerely, Kayti (From: Australia) To the parents who lost their children:A child changes your life from the second of birth. And then for the rest of your life. You mold the child, and the child makes you a person different from what you would have otherwise been. This different you will go on, and your child in it. Do not linger on what could have been, what should have been. It can only drive you crazy. Stay as busy as possible. Do something, do anything, do everything until the pain lessens. There will be time to think later. The greatest cross of all to bear is the loss of a child. We give you our tears and our hearts. Lonnie My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you as you say your
last goodbyes to you friends, sisters, brothers, sons, daughters, and father. This tragedy affected so many lives, it will take a long time to recover. Remember the good times you had with the ones you loved. Try not to think about how they died, but how they impacted your lives. Never forget them and remember
that they are with God now and will live eternally in your hearts. Talk of them often, don't hide your feelings you need to share them so that their memories will live on forever. My heart goes out to each and everyone of you. God Bless You. SandiFor Littleton, for Springfield, for Edinboro and Jonesboro, for West
Paducah and Pearl, and for Moses Lake, for all the victims and for all of us, I promise to love any of my children that I may have in the future. I promise that the lessons and legacies of your lost children and those lost boys who committed this act will not be lost on my own.Melanie (From: Lives near Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada) To the Families that lost there children at Columbine High School.We always worry about our children. Before they are born we worry about whether or not they will be born healthy. When they are born we worry about weather or not they will make it through their first year...... worrying about SIDS. When they are old enough to start preschool, we worry about whether or not they will make it without us while they are in school. Whether or not they will fit in or get along with others. When they become teenagers we worry about whether they will make the right decisions and hang out with the right people. With all these worries I never once thought that we would have to worry about kissing our children goodbye in the morning when they are leaving for school and never seeing them again. This really gets to me. I feel for the famlies who lost their children in such a way like this. My thoughts are with you always......Be strong....I am so sorry for what happened to you. Deepest thoughts, Malinda Cronise Colorado Springs, CO With one simple act, Cassie Bernall achieved more in her short life
time than most of us will in our entire lives.
Beyond the smoke and the terror. Beyond the pain and the suffering, beyond all the accusations, blame, and questions, this one act stands out. Standing in the face of death and professing her faith in Christ
knowing that it will be her last act on this earth is a testament that will live far beyond the horror and grief of last Tuesday. It will reach far beyond the the horrific images, and past the imeasurable
suffering. Cassie's actions on that day have brought countless others closer to God and have renewed the faith of many more.People ask "Where was God? How could he have allowed this to happen?" I certainly don't pretend to be privy to God's methods, but I can say without question that God was there in Columbine High School that day. He stood with Cassie and took her into his arms. If her parents, family or friends should ever read this, I can only say that my prayers are with all of you and I hope that with the rest my life I can only come close to attaining the faith that Cassie has and to touch the many countless lives that she does. CPT Brian Delaplane Asst. Professor of Military Science St. Bonaventure University There are never enough words that can express the sorrow the country feels
now of the losses you have all endured. There are not enough words to express the sorrow I feel at the losses. I have sat here in front of my computer for days, with my browser and my newsreader open. I have read countless news articles and posts by the 'people' of the world. The simplest statements or pictures have brought tears to my eyes time and again. I sat one night and created my own tribute to the children and teacher who died and couldn't keep a dry eye for the 2 hours or more I spent on it. I don't know why this has affected me more than any tragedy that has
occurred in recent years, including a couple of my own. I keep thinking it could have been any one of us, any of our schools, our children, our husbands or wives. But it wasn't, it was yours. I wish you all to know you are constantly in my thoughts, and I pray for the souls of the victims as well as for the well being of the survivors. For you are all survivors, and
deserve great support from us all. If I had more to give than my prayers, I most certainly would. As it stands I wish you all well and remember, though it may not seem like it, time will heal the wounds.God Bless you........Pari Ann Bell We are here in New York and just wanted to let you know that even though we are far away we feel as if we are there with you. Our prayers are with all of the families who children were affected by this horrible event. Words cannot express how I feel so here is a moment of silence for all........God Bless You All............Priscilla,Paul and Wendy BelangerI don't know what to say, I never will. I would, though, like you all to know that my thoughts and hopes are with you; students, families, friends. Also, that, when it comes time to have my kids (not just yet, mind you, I'm only 29), I hope I can be the same kind of parent as you show yourselves to be, and that my children have the same kind of friends.I'll look to the stars, one night, and I'll count 13. Pete..............Please visit Pete-------------------------------->>>>>>>Click to see the tribute I did. (It's a point of view from the outside world (well, Chicago). I live in South Africa, and I have two siblings currently in high school. I don't know what I would have done if this had happened in their school. I don't know anybody in America, but I was just as shocked by this incident as anybody else. When I read the articles and I see the pictures, it makes me feel incredibly helpless. I don't have any
money to contribute. I really really wish that there is something I could do. I see the pictures of the students affected and I want to reach out and hug them. If anybody has any suggestions of how I can
help, PLEASE let me know. I am not religious and therefore I can't pray. I can't pray to a God I don't believe in. My deepest deepest sympathy to all those affected by this tragedy........ :( One last word: Have mercy upon the parents of the two killers. Even though I firmly believe that there is no such thing as a problem child, only a problem parent, you have to bear in mind that they also lost loved ones. And to have this huge tragedy on their shoulders, knowing that their sons caused this, living with blame.....I don't think this is any easier on them either. They need your support as much as you need everybody else's. I know you are bitter, but their loss is soooo much bigger than yours. They lost their children and possibly feel responsible for this themselves, as if
they had killed those who died. If there is anything that I can do, I beg of you, please let me know. Warmest wishes and plenty of hugs, Miss Nikki Botha (From: South Africa) To all the families that have lost loved ones or have been affected by this terrible incident I want to send our love, thoughts, and prayers. May God be with all of you through your time of sorrow and pain. I hope
your healing begins soon. The Yoakum Family (From: Jacksboro, TN)To the families who have lost their children, whose children were injured, and all other families that were involved: My family is
thinking about you! I wish there was something we could do. We just want you to know that we care and that if there is anything we can do please let us know. You are forever in our thoughts and prayers.Dave, Lynn, and Michael Lewis I think of all the families and friends of those from Columbine High each
day. I hope that the compassionate blessings from those of us that feel so far away can reach you, because you are so close to our hearts.With all my blessings, Kari Ramstrom (From: St. Paul, MN) As the parent of a a 15 year old freshman, there are no words to describe the
pain I feel for you and all you are going through. I am not a religious person, but I know that your little Angels are somewhere in Heaven and will always protect and love you. God bless, Ilene, Terry & Brian Johnston, (From: Los Angeles, CA)
I live in Cleveland Tn. and I have two girls....and maybe that is why I have
watched everything I could that lets me get just a little closer to your families... I almost know the kid's names by heart. I can not express how much I have thought of your families in the last few days and how much I wish I could do something to help. Words would not be enough! I just wish I could do something.In deepest sympathy...Sheila (From: Cleveland, TN.) Please know that my family is praying for all of you. Having two
teenage children this has really effected us. I hope you all will remember your loved ones will never be forgotten as they will always be in the hearts of all that loved them. May God help you with your healing process and get you through this. Deleta Bruegging & FamilyI am here in South Carolina and just wanted to let the families that you are being thought about. No words can say how most of us feel about what happened. I think the biggest thing is just sheer amazement that something like this can happen in todays world. I have always believed that God does not take you before he is ready for you, your children and husband are in a far better place and have earned the right to be there. Hopefully, someday, we all will get to go to this place. I know this does not stop your hurting and loss, but you have to believe they are okay now. No one deserves to leave this world in the violent way they did. God Bless. (Peggy Gaston)
Perhaps never in my life have I yearned for the power to turn back the hands of time more. I honestly would lay down my life to change what happened on the 20th of April 1999 in Littleton, Colorado. So hopeless the feeling of this strange and terrible twist that the road has taken. Oh. . . what I would offer in trade if Rachel Scott could have tossed her homework into her car as she climbed in and started the engine to leave campus at the end of school Tuesday. Or to have John Tomlin shout to his father "I'm home!" as he slammed the front door upon arriving from school. And I honestly believe I would drain my bank account on pizzas if I could have Matt Ketcher make them. Yes, these things I would do. And to think I never was blessed with actually knowing them. I can only jolt out of a nightmare of agony to imagine what you the parents are experiencing. I think a part of all of us, everywhere, will forever remain locked in time. . . just moments before the hell began. All of us praying in vain that horrible, tragic, perfectly evil event would somehow not come to pass. . . and that this letter, along with all the others, would magically vanish. . . . as with the life altering pain for all involved. As Poe so eloquently seized; "Every man's death diminishes me, for I am involved in mankind." There is so much sorrow in this world. It seems as if the hand of doom has clawed and scratched it's way into the very heart of our lives. Alas, still we must hold the torch of faith on high, and never resign the belief that love alone will survive. Perhaps then the darkness will be forced to fade, as the night must surrender . . . . to the rising of the sol . . . . I am with you. All my love, James Shannon Prince (From: Palmdale, California) My wife and I run a bereavement group in New Jersey for parents who have lost a child we know what you are going through and if we can help in any way please contact me at bmc917@worldnet.att.net GOD BLESS!... Bob Corriston
What can one say or write? There are no Mortal words that speak the message of a wounded soul or share the sadness of a broken heart. It is the written word which fails to capture the loss which is also impowered with grace and love.The very thing that bonds us one with another, the unspoken that intwines our heart's and lifts our spirit and sets us free not without cost.What can I say or write? Nothing More. (John Bennett)To the dear, dear parents and friends of the brave children at Columbine High School,My 7 yr old daughter is named Rachel. She is young, talented, bright and very loving. My daughter and I watched Rachel Scott's funeral on tv Saturday afternoon. My little girl remarked how pretty your sweet Rachel is. I would like to ask Rachel Scott's family if your precious angel Rachel will be my Rachel's Guardian Angel. It would be an honor to remember your Rachel every day as we pray together. God Bless you and your family for the Angel you created, and the daughter you gave back to the Lord. Michelle Kurtz (From: North Pole, Alaska) I'm a 19 year old female presently residing in a suburb of New York City...
right over the Hudson in New Jersey. I see crime out here and people killing other people but never have I felt so compelled by it. I just want all the families to know that there is a valley of love and joy in which your beloved children now are. And those of you who lost your friends... I lost a dear friend myself... hold the memory of the times you had close to your heart, those memories will help you a great deal in this difficult time. And those poor boys who did this, they were tormented souls, who are now facing the wrath of god, in damnation.Being a high school student myself, I know that things are not always
easy. I have never had to go through anything like the
students,families,and friends at Columbine, I can't imagine how you all must feel. I will continue to pray for you all and for all innocent children that continue to be in our schools accross America!Anna E., (From: Anderson,S.C.) My thoughts and prayers go out to you. May God watch over you just as He is watching over your loved ones. My deepest sympathy to all of you during this tragic time. Anne, (From: New Philadelphia, Ohio)
Causes of tragedy has brought us to our knees.Our prayers are with those fallen and ones left to grieve. Life has many misfortunes that do hit us by surprise, Unbelievable they seem, bringing tears to our eyes. Many are hurting and have questions of why Bringing us to no solution of the problem of the innocent that die. If we keep our faith and pray for a brighter day, Nothing will stop us or get in our way. Everyone's LOVE to each other in some way will help fight the problems of today and with God's help the ones of tomorrow. In Memory of those forever lost, Cody W. Sikes (From: Norman, OK) There's no words in the world that can say how sorry I am. No one should have to go through such a senseless grief as you are all experiencing. May God be with you & help you stay strong. The world is weeping with you. With all our love,
The Walters Family (From Kingman, IN)
In a world filled with challenges, God is always there to guide you. You only need to ask, and He will answer. So trust in Him with all your heart and may He light your way on a beautiful path through life. I cannot imagine the pain you all are feeling. Please find comfort in knowing that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all. The Schwartz Family (Arden, NC)
Dear Families of the victims....
My name is Ashley Beal and I live in Texas-I know that what you all are facing is the worst thing that could possibly happen to anyone. I would like to send my sincere apologies for what this world has come
to, although it's no one's fault but our own. I know that this is hard to believe, but God has a plan for our lives and He will use this situation for good...He will find some way to help someone through this. I really and truly love each and every one of you and I am praying every day for you-May God be with you and watch over you during this troubled time. -You are loved-
Ashley BealJeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future!" We are so saddened by what has happened at Columbine High School. My own brother and sister are 15 and 17 years old, and it has certainly hit home about how easily this could have happened to them. Our hearts reach out to all of those who lost their children or whose children were injured from the attack. I will continue to pray for all those in the community. Please
know that we care and reach out to you in love.The Steger family from Gallipolis, Ohio. Hello. I don't know if anyone will ever read this message but I hope by writing it at least one person will read it. I wish to express my deepest sorrow for all families and friends who live in Littleton, CO or know someone from there. This is a horrible thing that has happened and I really hope that all is well. I wish I could help in anyway possible. Love you all!
(Meghan, age 15, Mass)
I have no idea what to type to ease your pain and suffering, but maybe if you know that the whole world is praying with you every night that will help to some degree. During my high school years I lost 16 friends to car wrecks and I know how difficult it is to lay to rest someone who
you truly love; but the way I get though each day, is knowing that each and everyone of them are only a prayer away. During these most difficult times, put your trust and faith in the Lord and He shall guide
you through all of this. And last but not least, my friends and I will pick up the torch that all of your children left behind and carry it with us forever. THEY WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN!!!!! Brandy in New Braunfels, TX
To all of the unfortunate families,Hello. My name is Eric White and I am 13, I live in Tampa, Florida. I can't even begin to tell you how sorry I am, this unfortunate incident had to happen. I just wanted to let you ALL know, I am praying for you guys every night. If the parents of the two killers ever read this, I want to tell you not to blame yourselves for what your sons have done! Don't let anyone criticize you. Stay strong! To all of the families that lost relatives, all I can tell you is stay strong and keep praying. Just remember that you are not alone. There are plenty of people that pray for you every night. I know no one can bring back your loved one, but I think that they wouldn't want to see you crying and hurting inside. To all of the friends that lost a friend, I know you are hurting really bad right now, and I want you to know that we all love you and we want you to stay strong and keep praying. I can't even begin to imagine how it would fell to lose my best friend, but I know that I would want alot of love and support from my friends and family. I would really like if one of you could please contact me, so we can become pen pals or something! © Began in 1997 Angel Grafix 2000 Angels. Background & graphics courtesy of Angel Grafix 2000. All rights reserved. Revised: January 02, 2001. |
