Always your Mom  / Mommy

Dearest Rikki,  This Mother's Day and all the ones to come will never be the same.  When I woke up this morning my heart felt so empty.  This day is so bitter sweet because I celebrate the love my three children have given me throughout the years, but knowing that I will never here from you and get that first call from you breaks my heart into a million pieces.  Rikki, I can't even begin to explain how much I miss you. Paiges prom was last night and God how I wanted you here to see your little sister, she was beautiful.  It brought me back to your senior prom and how beautiful you looked and how happy you were.  I know in my heart that you were watching from above and I try to live my life knowing that your just a heart beat away...but sometimes it gets so overwhelming to try and keep this up and enjoy all these milestones without you.  It was such an honor and a privledge to have you as my child and I will keep your memory and the love we shared in my heart forever and always.  I love you Rikki-Leigh from the depth of my soul for eternity.

Always, Mommy

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Always Loved & Remembered  / Carol Pizzi (Angel Debbie's Mom )

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4 years ago...  / Ashlee

I still can't believe that you're gone. It becomes more real each time I reach for the phone to call you, or when I hear a song that reminds me of you. But I still wait for you to come bounding through my door with that beautiful smile that always brightened my day.

4 years ago we talked for the last time. We both were undecided about how our lives were going to go- school, boyfriends, jobs. But we said "I love you" at the end of the conversation. I'm so grateful that I talked to you one last time before God took you. I know you're ok- you're my guardian angel now. But I miss you girl, there just aren't words to explain how much I miss you.

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My Heart  / Mom
Dearest Daughter,  Words will never explain the emptiness that I feel.  When God took you away, He took a part of me that defined a portion of who I am.  A part of me that developed over a 21 year period.  A special place in a mothers heart that she holds for each and every one of her children.  It can't be explained by words, only by emotions.  Laughter for all the many memories that I hold so dear, tears for the memories I will no longer have with you and a pain that goes so deep into the abyss that sometimes I'm not sure if I have enough strength to pull myself out.  Rikki you are and always and forever will be a part of MY HEART, my soul, my life.  Please wrap those beautiful wings around your brother and sister, hold them so tight that they will be able to feel the warmth from your love.  Place a kiss on your daddy's cheek, so he will always know that you are and always will be his little girl. Send a smile to the hearts of all your friends and family, so they will remember that as long as they live they will have sunshine in their lives.  As for me, when I look up to the heavens and see that brightest star, allow me to feel the security and the peace in knowing your ok.  All my love forever and always, Mom Close

angel / Kristofer (Brother)
Rikki Leigh
Not unlike any other morning, I awoke thinking about you, but this particular morning an eerie feeling lingers as I can't help but relive the terror and memories of a tragic day 4 years ago.  My heart is heavy with sorrow and pain that never seems to fade.  You truly were an angel long before God ever took you and you will be for as long as time will allow.  So for now until we meet you at the gates of Heaven, please watch over us all. I miss you Rikki
All my love forever,
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MISSING YOU  / Granny With Love (Granny)

At 5:20 PM tommrow 1-23-09 it will be 4 LONG YEARS since you were taken from us. Our world stood still in an ocean of tears.

Rikki Leigh, not a day has gone by you are not thought of. The hole in our hearts is forever. We miss you so. Sleep tight sweet angel.XO

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4 Years Ago...  / Sherrie Kitterman
Rikki Leigh.....As I sit here thinking on the eve of that horrible day, 4 years ago.....I wonder what would have, could have, should have been.  We have all missed those things in life that you did not have the opportunity to experience.  I think of you from the tall & happy 6 year old to the beautiful young 21 year old woman and all the years in between.  Wow, if only.....I am sure we have all thought that so many times.  I miss your smile, the sound of your laughter and the way you strived to give each and everything your best.  All the memories of each and every special moment we spent together will always be in my heart.  Rikki, please wrap your angel wings around your family tomorrow and help guide them throughout the day with peace. I love you with all my heart and will miss you forever and beyond.....Sherrie xoxoxo Close

NEW YEAR WITHOUT YOU  / Elsie (Granny with Love )

Rikki Leigh, I wish ther were words to say how big, how much you are missed and loved so deeply. How very BLESSED I was to have you in my life for such a short time but was given the joys and pleasures to have had the special times together from the day you were born in Texas-your first bath I gave you, took care of you, shared all your special moments in your life. Our trips, Europe was so special with our memories.

We were given you on loan and now you are our bright and shineing star and ANGEL in heaven to watch over all of us.

Keep us all in your ANGEL WINGS and heal the wounds of the family.Keep your Mother, Father, Kris and Paige in protection. They ALL NEED YOU and special care as we all start a new year with out you here on earth---but you are and always be with us in our hearts and minds.    I miss you so so much and say goodmorning to you everyday as I kiss your heart and end the day as I take it off      My SPECIAL SPECIAL RIKKI LEIGH---Granny with love

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Merry Christmas my Daughter  / Mommy

The Holidays will never be the same without you.  You are missed so very much by so many.  Rikki, I pray every night that you are at peace and during this holiday season and every day after, please know how much you are loved and missed.   Merry Christmas my Angel. My love always and forever.  Mommy

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I miss you!!!!!  / Mommy
Rikki-Leigh,  I miss you so very, very much.  My heart will never be the same and my love for you could never be as strong as it is at this very moment.  25 years ago at this time, God gave your father and I a present so rare, so beautiful, so precious.  Rikki, I will forever be honored that God chose me to be your mom and gave me a gift that I will continue to cherish until the end of time.  All my love for infinity and beyond, Mommy Close

jenniferiparraguirre-@hotmail.com / Jenn Iparraguirre (Best Friend )
Happy Birthday Rikki! For some reason I'm missing you now more than ever! It's not getting easier because you were just so special. I still haven't met anyone like you or had any better friend than you. I thank God to have such an amazing best friend to grow up with. I know you are smiling today and enjoying your day in heaven. We celebrate your life today and remember how incredible you were. You truly were my sister. I love you and miss you so much!!!!! Close

"It's your birthday and i'll cry if i want to"  / Antoinette Voyles (BestFriend)
So it's your birthday yet again, sry it's been so long since i have visited her...life gets busy...i just had to come say happy birthday and ill think of that incubus concert we went to and how i went the next nite and got to front row and caught those guitar pics...and u made it into a necklace, so crafty - i loved it, i still have the ticket and my pic framed in my room along with so many pictures of you-all over...your an angel and may you bless everyone with your love throughout the years...i love you Close

Happy Birthday  / Mommy

May today, your 25th birthday, bring peace and love to the hearts of all who love you.  Rikki, So very much has changed since you've gone. Although it has been a long and heart wrenching journey, it has strengthened my heart and my soul and I am finally finding an inner peace that I never thought existed.  Accept for your absence, all is as it should be.  I love you, always and forever. Mom

P.S. Meeting with Gaby and Christina this week-end for your birthday, Heaven help us!!!  LOL

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"Sex and the City"  / Mommy
Hey Sweetie,  Went to see "Sex and the City" last night.  Wow, did it ever bring back memories of all the times every Sunday night that we would call each other and talk about what the girls were wearing, what they were doing and how one day you would be living where your idol Carrie Bradshaw walked the streets of Manhatten.  I remember the last episode when they finally revealed Mr. Bigs first name and it was John.  You called me on the phone so upset, how Ironic that was.  I had a hard time fighting back the tears last night, so I decided to let them flow.  I know that you were sitting right there next to me in the theatre, sometimes I could even hear your laughter.  What a beautiful sound!!!  I miss you sweetheart, but I feel you all around me 24/7.  Keep laughing, keep dancing and keep those miracles coming.  All my love always and forever. Mom   Close

Have you on my mind today.......  / Katy Pitts (Friend)
I think of you at the craziest times. But, today I woke up thinking about you.

I wish you were here. Im feeling so sorry for your family. Today is 13 years since my mom died and I'm feeling the sorrow deep in my chest. I know that pain firsthand.............

anyway.......

I miss you Rikki.


I click it for ya every time I get in the car.

thinking of you forever. KISSES Close

On My Mind........  / Sherrie Kitterman
Rikki,  Mommy called me last night and told me she ran into Ms. Virginia from Dancing Plus.  Wow, did that bring back so, so many good memories.  We talked for a few minutes and when I hung up the phone, I had a sharp pain in my stomach.  Just not right that you are not here with us.  I went back to those days in my mind and remembered every second as if it had just happened.  Those were honestly some of the best days of my life.  As I was watching Dancing with the Stars last night, I imagined you in heaven.......Dancing with the Stars!  We all miss you so much and treasure every second we had with you.  I miss you and love you forever and beyond..........Sherrie Close

Always thinking of you!  / Mommy
Dear Rikki,  I stopped into Miss Tammy's dance studio today and saw Ms. Virginia.  She seemed shocked to see me, and so very concerned about the family and how we all were doing.  We had a nice visit and talked about old friends and old times.  She looks amazing!  After I left her I sat for awhile and thought about all the great times we use to have with Sherrie and Jennifer at competition for both dance and cheerleading. I laughed aloud, than cried for a long time.  Rikki, I miss you soooooo much, mere words could never explain.  I have a never ending void in the pit of my stomach that never seems to go away.  I'm forever wondering what you would be doing if you were still here with us, and constantly wondering why and how this all had to happen to you.  I hope someday, I get my answer.  I miss you, and love you for always and forever.  Mom    Close

Thanks for all the great times...  / Andrew Carvo (friend)
Hey Rikki,

I was looking at some of our pictures from college yesterday and I couldn't stop myself from laughing because of all the good memories we have together. You were a great friend. Thank you for all the great memories. I miss you

Andrew

P.S. - "why you pooching!" LOL
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Gwen & Rick  / Mark &. Jeanette Draizin (Friend of family )

Gwen & Rick,

We recently heard of your loss (we live in Ocala) and wanted to send you our prayers.  We have visited this site several times and to be honest we couldn't come up with words or thoughts worthy of being added to this site.

Rikki was a very special person.. I remember seeing her and her beautiful smile at the football field  (Weston Warriors) and at the roller hockey rink. I remember her laughing at our tripodness as we tried to play hockey in the mens league.  We were blessed to have had the opportunity to meet and be touched by her.

 

I am sorry that we were not able to be there for you as you were for us when we started the football and hockey league but please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

 

We do come down to South Florida from time to time and will make every effort to visit you at Hidden Angels Farm.

Thank you Rikki for touching so many.

Mark & Jeanette Draizin

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just a thought for a mother  / Adriana Opris (none unfortunately )
Dear Mrs Lewis,

I do not know you, I live somewhere in Eastern Europe, I searched for something on the internet, and "in an accident" I came across your daughter's memorial site.
I fell so sorry for your loss.. although I've never met her, she seemd to be such a kind and lovely person, like you and all the people who knew her, have described her. I am sure she know is the blonde angel, watching over you.
She would have been my age, if it wasn't for the tragedy that changed your lives. I turned 25 a week ago, and am very gratfeul to be alive. I am sure she did the best out of her 21 years of life.
I wish you and your family ongoing strenght, so you can do the same with your lives.
Please give your husband and children a big hug from Europe.
I hope my kind thought will fly fast and find you well.

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