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| 25th February 2008 - 08:38:37 PM |
| : Mike Jacki |
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I look at this site often - All of us who knew Mari-Rae were blessed with her passion for life, her enthusiasm for the moment and her loving and caring friendship. She was wonderfully sensitive and her intellect was used so effectively in the way she dealt with and helped people. While my most vivid memories of her will always be at Camp Tsukara, because that is where we spent the most time together, I did have a good fortune to see Mari-Rae grow up and turn into a wonder young woman with such a great future ahead of her... all to be cut too short... and as we think of her, and wonder what greater accomplishments she would have made, the ones she made while here with us will never be forgotten. Life long memories - cherished thoughts and dreams that must last us for all times - we will never forget you.
Mike Jacki |
| 25th November 2007 - 02:15:52 AM |
| : Stew Smith |
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Although I really didn't know you well in school Tammy, my heart goes out to you and your family. I, like your sister, used the military as a springboard to start my adult life. I quickly discovered the military life was not for me, however, not a day goes by that my thoughts and wishes don't go out to those that serve regardless of our political beliefs. Although I used the military to find myself, I developed a sense of comradarie towards my fellow soldiers as well as an appreciation for the freedoms we protect and the beliefs we represent. I'm sure your sister felt the same way. Your family's loss will be with me always as a reminder to why I served, and why I will always support those who do. Your sister and your family is our reason.
You are all in my prayers this holiday season, Stew '86 |
| 06th October 2007 - 04:37:16 PM |
| : Tammy |
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I’m thinking of you as I do often. I tend to mainly frequent the memories from early childhood on Grandma’s and Grandpa’s farm. Warm and happy memories… smiles and laughter…emotionally connected.
I miss you. |
| 11th September 2007 - 10:05:24 PM |
| : Nick Mehl |
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To Whom It May Concern,
I just wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers go out to Mari Rae every year at this time. We dated for a few months in Dallas before she moved to Denver in the early '90s. |
| 11th September 2007 - 09:09:12 PM |
| : Catherine |
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Hi Marion and Frank,
As always, Ive been thinking of you and Mari Rae all day, this Sept.11! My heart will always be with you and her! |
| 11th September 2007 - 09:06:52 PM |
| : Tia Kminek |
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your song
http://www.musicmorpher.com/music-store/i-hope-you-dance.htm |
| 11th September 2007 - 03:05:14 PM |
| : Annette Hunt- Dallas, TX |
| As always, my thoughts and prayers are with Mari-Rae and her family today. |
| 11th September 2007 - 11:09:03 AM |
| : Tim Lindquist- Palatine, IL |
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Knowing Mari-Rae from Fremd H.S. First and foremost she was a wonderful and vibrant person. She could light up the world with her smile; when she smiled after a gymnastics routine she absoultely beamed with joy.
Six years ago today, God called an Angel home. May she rest in peace. My prayers go out to the entire Sopper family. |
| 19th July 2007 - 11:47:32 AM |
| : Karen Rawlings |
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I was recently reminiscing w/ my mother about the Kmineks and thought I\'d google and try to find where Tia is these days. I just found out about your tragic loss of Mari-Rae and have been reading all of the articles. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with everyone in the family - I can\'t even imagine.
Karen Rawlings (childhood friend of the Kminek children) Denver, CO |
| 30th May 2007 - 02:59:06 PM |
| : jamie johnson |
| Mari-Rae's spirit undoubtedly lives on through her friends and family. jamie johnson |
| 11th December 2006 - 04:39:17 PM |
| : Sam |
| My thoughts and prayers remain with the family. Thanks for introducing me to this wonderful person. |
| 12th September 2006 - 02:48:05 PM |
| : Kerith |
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What a beautiful website and tribute to an outstanding woman, and more importantly your daughter/sister.
It is so nice and uplifting to see how a loving family choses to honor the memory of their loved one, their mark in this world and their beliefs. How wonderful to have her presence still be felt by those who knew her and introduced to those who did not. |
| 12th September 2006 - 09:38:48 AM |
| : Lia Fazzone |
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requested by by liafazzone at hotmail.com (Lia Fazzone) on Monday,
September 11, 2006 at 13:11:50. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- name: Lia Fazzone email: liafazzone at hotmail.com title: Missing you today and everyday. memory: I met Mari-Rae in law school and we became very close friends. She was the spunkiest person I ever met, and fiercely loyal to her friends. Whether you were right or wrong, if you were close to Mari-Rae, you could expect her to defend you without reservation. She was a wonderful friend and I miss her terribly. I think of Mari-Rae daily. When I picture her, she is laughing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family today and the many others who love her. God Bless |
| 12th September 2006 - 12:37:20 AM |
| : Linda |
| I never knew Mari, my sister Elaine used to coach gymnatics at Palatine. I think of her often as she has touched my heart on this 5th anniversary of 9/11. I hope you are all hanging in there and cherishing each other and Mari's memory. God bless. |
| 11th September 2006 - 10:57:48 PM |
| : Charles Lai |
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I've lived in California since 1994, and I grow sad and angry how my fellow high school classmate\'s opportunity to enjoy and experience this state like I have was tragically taken away from her on September 11th. I never saw Marie-Rae again after high school, but over 20 years later, I still remember her energy and positive smile.
Reading about her Life & Dreams on this site, it appears that Marie-Rae accomplished a lot with her life, and was looking forward to new adventures in Santa Barbara. Five years later, I still grow numb every time I think of how her life was cut short. Thank you for this website where those who remember Marie-Rae can reflect and never forget. |
| 11th September 2006 - 10:53:05 PM |
| : Florette Camarata |
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Our thoughts are with you today on September 11. We remember Mari-Rae as a litle girl from the many Muirhead Family Reunions and wish you peace and send our love.
Florette Camarata (San Francisco) Naomi Muirhead (Florence, Italy) |
| 11th September 2006 - 09:02:44 PM |
| : R. Smith |
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Well, here it is 5 years later, Mari-Rae, and the USA has not found Bin Laden, nor executed any terrorists for this horrible deed.
As a former Navy man and combat veteran, I am very disappointed in this whole situation. We have an election coming up, and maybe we can get people in who will right this grave injustice, maybe. Just keep smiling down on us, ok? We will get them, even if I have to join a merc outfit and hunt them down myself!!! I\'m a little long in the tooth, but whatever it takes, this horrid deed shall not go unpunished. Be well, my sister in arms. |
| 11th September 2006 - 06:33:29 PM |
| : Kathie Klages |
| I met Mari Rae while sitting next to her at the 92 Olympic Trails. She was so fun and warm! Ironically, our tickets were right next to each other at the 96 Olympic Trials. We again talked and discovered she had coached a few gymnasts that were now at Michigan State, where I coach. Again, we shared some special moments. I will never forget her! My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family. I know she is up in heaven smiling down upon us all. |
| 11th September 2006 - 03:17:17 PM |
| : Jeff Feeney |
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I knew Mari-Rae during college and was always inspired by her bright smile and amazing work ethic. I used to stop by gymnastic practice from time to time and watch her train. She was amazing to watch.
I had the embarrassing moment of her teaching me a Kip Up during my gymnastics class in the P.E. Department. She just smiled and laughed a little as she watched me try to muscle my way onto the bar. Then she so gracefully climbed on and showed me how it is done. I was excited when I read in the newsletter that she got a coaching job at UCSB and I tried to track her down to say congratulations, and then the devastating news of the tragedy. It brought back bad memories of the ISU Cross Country Team and sadness inside me for all who knew Mari-Rae. Although I had never met her family, I had great respect for them because of the type of person Mari-Rae was. She always spoke of good memories of her youth and family. I think about Mari-Rae everytime I board a plane and always around September 11. I am glad I found this memorial so I could say a few words for such a wonderful person and I am sure she is missed by all. She has left a warm spot in the hearts she has touched over the years. My thoughts and prayers will always be with your family. |
| 11th September 2006 - 03:05:46 PM |
| : Don Rehkopf |
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Mari-Rae.... another salute to your courage, dedidcation and perseverance, both as an officer and as an attorney. I begin a court-martial tomorrow - I refused to start it today because one of the issues involves the same one we worked on together. Keep smiling, because it's contagious.
Don Rehkopf, LtCol, USAFR (ret) Attorney at Law |
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