Linda Quezada I can't believe its been seven years since you passed away. I miss you very much! Wednesday at 11:23pm

Gina Talty Miss you kid. Wednesday at 8:33pm

Laurie L Scott I'm thinking of you Erin... 7 years on this grief journey... 7 years closer to you... I love you Pooh!... mom Wednesday at 7:43pm

Gina Talty Went to a wedding down the street from your house tonight. Saw that there were flowers and a balloon at your site. Happy birthday. You changed my life. I will never eat white rice without thinking about you. November 12 at 9:54pm ·

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Liz Saidkhanian happy birthday - missing you today.November 12 at 8:57pm ·

Tony Miguel happy birthday Erin

Terri Blake Happy Birth-day Erin wish you were here... November 12, 2010 at 8:21pm

Laurie L Scott Hey Erin - I was looking at the moon earlier and thinking of you... Happy 24th Birthday to my little girl... on the other side of the moon. Missing you still... loving you always... mom November 12, 2010 at 8:01pm

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Barbara Blake HAPPY BIRTHDAY WITH MUCH LOVE IN MY HEART. SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES. YOUR PICTURE HANGS IN MY BEDROOM WHERE I SEE IT WHEN I OPEN MY EYES AND TELL YOU GOOD MORNING. YOU ARE MISSED. LOVE GRANDMA B November 12, 2010 at 4:20pm ·

Liz Saidkhanian Hey Erin so I was thinking about you a lot yesterday. First off I am fine, but I got in a pretty bad car accident yesterday. I luckily only had a few scratches and bruises which is very good considering my car literally spun around and flipped a few times. The whole times the doctors and paramedics were saying how s...omething must of really protected me because the driver's side of my car protected (this is what made me think of you!). Missing you always and thank you for looking out for me :) October 27, 2010 at 12:56pm ·

I'm not sure if you remember me but I was one of Erin's friends from high school. I've been thinking about Erin a lot lately and felt compelled to reach out to you. I was never able to articulate to your family how profound her passing was and how much it made me reflect upon the life I've created for myself. Erin had such a sweet disposition and unfortunately, like many instances in life, it was through her death that I was able to figure out how to live a full life.

I just want you know that there are many people that think about Erin and are living better lives because of her. I'll never forget her epic birthday parties (I especially loved them because we had powdered donuts for breakfast one time and those were forbidden at my house!) and singing Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young's "Suite Judy Blue Eyes" together. I hope your pain has subsided and you are at peace knowing that Erin's soul is still very present and well loved here on Earth.

Thank you so very much for sharing your thoughts and memories. It means everything to me to know that Erin is still alive in the hearts of those who knew her. When someone from Erin’s life reaches out to me as time passes, and says they still remember… I receive it as a priceless gift.

I have often wondered what it was like for the students of MHS to cope with Erin’s sudden passing. Just as you describe, her death has helped to define who I am today. Erin always had a way of “keeping me on my toes” and when she died I vowed to be a better person for having her in my life. As I write this I am reminded of the song “For Good” from the Broadway musical “Wicked.” I first heard this song during a High School graduation ceremony five years ago… the lyrics resonated in my heart as though they were a literal conversation I would have with Erin. “…who can say if I’ve been changed for the better? But because I knew you, I have been changed for good…”

I see from your FB profile that you are a graduate from UCLA. Congratulations! That is a huge accomplishment that required a lot of hard work and sacrifice. Good for you! And you are living in New York City?? – That’s a long way from Moorpark but what an exciting place to be! I wish you continued success.

Amanda, please know that your note has blessed my heart. You are a sweet girl for taking the time to share it with me.

...celebrating your birth and life today Erin. Missing you lots! Loving you always!(posted to FB 11.12.2009 6:18pm)

Kaitlyn Blake Happy Birthday Erin. :) 11/12/86 ~ 11/24/03 (posted to FB 11.12.2009 10:03pm)

Liz Saidkhanian
esaidkhanian@gmail.com
Thursday 12th of November 2009 02:03:25 PM

Happy Birthday!

Becky Crossley
rcrossley@roadrunner.com
Thursday 12th of November 2009 08:53:00 AM

Erin, Today is your 23rd birthday and I wanted you to know I am thinking of you and your family. Happy Birthday Sweetie.

Vanessa Quezada Happy Birthday Erin =) you will always be remember in our hearts. RIP (posted to FB 11.12.2009 1:34pm)

Barbara Blake Happy birthday to our wonderful angel. I know you are looking over all of us and we all think of you. With much love, grandma b (posted to FB 11.11.2009 9:48pm)

Terri Blake I'm thinking of you because it's your birthday tomorrow. Kaitlyn is now 17, the age you had just turned when you passed away from us. It was too soon for you to go and I regret not knowing the woman you were to become. Thankfully your spirit lives on~ Happy Birthday!!!! (posted to FB 11.11.2009 7:36pm)

Laurie L Scott The cross is back! Blessings to the silent hero who found it and put it back in it's spot. No words can express our appreciation. Thank you dear soul! November 2 at 8:31am

Kewess2@hotmail.com
February 20, 2009,

I am married man and father of two from Cary, North Carolina (originally from the democratic republic of Congo, Africa) who has accepted Christ recently and tonight I was on YouTube looking for one of my favorite Christian songs called "There will be a day" and that's when I ran into Erin's Tribute Video which led me to her site. I have never heard of Erin until now. I cried as I was reading A Grief Journey, the testimonies and looking at the pictures.
Reading about her life taught me to cherish the ones we love, to appreciate the time we spend with them, to love them unconditionally and to always say these simple words I love you. Throughout my whole marriage, I never did appreciate my wife and both of our children and never took the time to thank God for having a family instead I complained about the things that I didn't have(material wealth) and the results were not good.
I believe in my heart that Jesus led me to Erin and to read about the testimonies about her life and learn. I thank and praise You God for allowing Your younger servant Erin to teach an old man like me these valuable lessons in life. Erin's testimony has touched and moved me, for that I glorify you Jesus.

Liz Saidkhanian
esaidkhanian@gmail.com

Hi Erin,
Sorry I didn't make it out to the cemetery to leave some flowers for - you are not going to believe the day I had. I was on my way home this afternoon and I lost control of my car - my power steering belt broke while I was on the freeway. I was really lucky because first I was able to safely make it off the freeway and second I was only 20- 30 miles from my house and the dealership. The ordeal then took forever because it turns out I just took in my car 3 weeks ago and they replaced all the belts in my car and my brakes so it was their fault since they either had the belt too loose or too tight and it snapped. The service guy then tried to take advantage of my because I was a young girl, however I had my uncle helping me from the start and he spoke to the manager and they realized they were 100% to blame for everything.
Crazy to me that this all happened today...I was thinking about you while I was driving up... seems to me you were looking out for me :)

Missing you always, Liz

Katelyn Predmore
katelynpredmore@yahoo.com
November 14, 2008

Happy belated Birthday Erin!! We all miss you

Liz Saidkhanian
esaidkhanian@gmail.com
November 12, 2008

Happy Birthday Erin!

Crazy to think its been 5 years ago since we decorated the sports med board for you. Life has sure been crazy for me the past month with the elections (sadly we didn't fare too well with the recent Obama wave really impacting San Diego). I really don't remember what your thoughts were on politics back in high school, but I know we would have agreed on similar things. Other than that I am still working in San Diego waiting to see what is in store for me next.

I will be home for the thanksgiving holiday so I will be sure to bring some flowers by for you :) Liz

ps. Erin I went to the KC Chiefs game in San Diego this weekend. You would have loved my seats -- I was on KC's sides, row 18, on the 20 yard line! I could actually see Herm Edwards calls and telling them to go for the 2 point conversion (sadly it failed).

Katelyn Predmore
katelynpredmore@yahoo.com
July 21, 2008

Laurie,

I just wanted to let you know that I loved seeing the new pictures that you added. It is really nice to see how you changed Erin's room after reading your description in your journal. I'm glad to see that the paint color is the same, that her chair is still there and all those beanie babies. It still feels like Erin.

Please also know that Erin is in our heart and thoughts often. Allie and I often will recall stories of Erin and her famous birthday parties. It was an event looked forward to by all of us! She will always be a part of us and everyone who had the privilege to know her.

God Bless! Katelyn Predmore

Erin's Mom
July 09, 2008

Elizabeth,

I want to express to you how much your keeping in touch with Erin via this website means to me and our family. I thank God for your continued friendship with Erin which helps to keep her memory fresh and alive. I try to respect that you are speaking with Erin and not to me personally? and so I try to resist reaching out to you directly to respond to what you post. However, congratulations are certainly in order for your recent graduation AND for your position with the State Assemblyman?s office. You Go Girl!!

Take care, Erin's Mom (Laurie)

Liz Saidkhanian
esaidkhanian@gmail.com
July 07, 2008

Hi Erin,

I was just reading your mom's entry on Fresno state winning and I had to tell you something. Last Thursday I was in the office and of course watching session for the State Assembly and guess who I saw? Jason Breckley was there to represent the team along with the coach and the Athletic director to receive resolutions (they are fancy framed certificates from the State Legislature) in honor of their achievements! Seriously what were the odds that Jason was the one chosen to represent the team and I was actually in the office and able to watch it! I know how proud you are off your team, go bulldogs!!

- Liz

Shelly Rodriguez
srodriguez4@adelphia.net
May 30, 2008

I am Miranda Alysha Rodriguez's mom, I am sorry that we did not get to meet with you and your family this evening. We want to thank you for Miranda's scholarship. Miranda is a wonderful young woman and a very hard worker, your scholarship will go to very good use.

We are very sorry for your loss, I lost my mother to cancer 19 months ago so we too are familiar with the pain of grief.

Thank you for your kindness and your thoughtfulness. While we did not have the pleasure of knowing Erin, I know that Miranda will work hard to be a tribute to her memory.

May God's peace be with you and your family.

Shelly Rodriguez

May 27, 2008

I just happen to come across this page. I was having a difficult time lately struggling through the little problems of life. I am much younger and just happen to remember hearing of Erin's death while I was somewhere around the age of 13. Tonight, after somehow coming across this page, I began reading all of the messages, the journal, looking at the pictures and watching the video clips. I became so touched by how amazing Erin must have been and how much she is still loved as her memory continues on. Sitting here for over an hour, tears streaming down my face, this has helped me to re-evaluate many things in my life and hope to just the slightest bit live my life to the fullest like it seems that Erin had done. She sounds like she was an amazing friend, daughter, sister, trainer, and student and I am truly sorry for not having the opportunity to have met someone like her.

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
esaidkhanian@gmail.com
>March 09, 2008

Hi Erin,

So I am graduating in May! crazy I know! I can't believe how time has flown by. Everyone is trying to figure out jobs and what they would be doing next, but luckily mine happen to fall upon me last October and I am so excited because I will be able to go full time soon in my office for the State Assemblyman. You wouldn't believe this but I have business cards and all, and my life now revolves around meetings and I'm connected to my Blackberry (it literally contains my life and I would be lost without it). Its funny how politics is suiting me, who would have thought my life would be taken over by the Republican Party.

I still wonder what would have been and how you would be doing in school and what your next step in life would be, would you be completing your masters or running off to go train some football or basketball team. And then there was the always allusive idea Moorpark would be in need of an ATC, and I remember how Gina would always hint at that. Mikala and I actually visited her at a game last season, you would have laughed Erin it started pouring and by the end I was soaked through. It was fun, but different because I barely recognized any of the team members but it was nice to see Mrs. Merriman, Mr. Dearborn and everyone else.

I think of those two as the first who saw me after I found at what happened both of then waiting to give reassuring hugs that everything would be alright. I think those are some of the most vivid times I remember, and then there was Mrs. Merriman telling me at graduating while shaking my hand that she was worried and kept looking at me during the speeches because my eyes were constantly welling up with tears.

There is also another story that I really never told anyone and while I am talking about it I could share it. Right after you left us there was a news station that did a clip during Friday Football Focus about our game versus the Camarillo CIF game. I thought it was very nice that they did dedicate a story about you but to me they drew a line and actually showed a picture of your family grieving, and Erin I don?t know if I was upset or what but I actually phoned the studio and I told them the shots of your family should not have been aired because it is private time during the moment of silence that was given in your honor. I don?t think I told anyone this, but the anchor apologized and said they would be more respectful in times like these; my response was the apology should not have been to me.

Enough with that Erin and I seemed to be all over the place in this note. I just wanted to stop by your page and say hi but I shared with you some memories; next time I am home I will be sure to bring flowers.

Missing you always, Elizabeth

Becky Crossley
rcrossley@roadrunner.com
December 13, 2007

Laurie,

We wish you a birthday filled with love, joy and lots of cake!

Always, The Crossley Family

Becky Crossley
rcrossley@roadrunner.com
November 24, 2007

Erin, Laurie, Steve, Deana, Jim, Taylor and new Baby Nguyen to Be

- I am struggling for the right words to say today, but I can't let that stop me from letting you guys know you are in my thoughts. The saying "Those we love, live in our hearts forever" keeps coming to mind, but of course they are in our hearts, it's the physical loss that's so painful. I pray you are all comforted today..

Sincerely, Becky

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
esaidkhanian@gmail.com
November 20, 2007

Erin I can't believe it is approaching 4 years since you left us. So much has changed in that time. As I go through various milestones in my life is makes me sad thinking that you weren't able to go through them too. I am going to visit you a little earlier this year then on the 24th. Allie is actually out of the country and in Florence so it will just be me. Also, to tell you the truth I do not know if I can walk around Moorpark and be there that day. There isn't one day that whenever I am at home and drive down Countrywood that I look at that spot and I have to catch my breath for just a moment. I also want to let you know I went out on your birthday and had a drink for you. I did not tell anyone, not even my roommates, why I was so anxious to go out that night but it just felt like you needed a toast on your 21st.

Missing You Always, Elizabeth

Becky Crossley
rcrossley@roadrunner.com
November 12, 2007

Erin, Happy Birthday.

You don't know me, but I know you through your family. I work with your dad and up until her recent retirement your mom. I have been thinking about you and your family and felt I wanted to share a few things with you.
I know I don't have to tell you they are amazing people because you already know that but I wanted to share with you what they have done for us.

We recently lost our son Erick. Erick's dad, Ron, and I were lost, frozen in pain unable to think or move. Someone opened our front door and we turned around to see your parents coming towards us. Their hearts and arms opened to comfort, hold and help us. The beauty of your Mom's heart amazes me, gentle loving and kind. There are no words to express the depth of gratitude Ron and I as well as Chase and Heather feel towards them. We were lost and your parents inspired us. They shared their story of you with us and we saw everything they did in your memory. It was powerful.

With the help of your parents and many more friends and family members we were able to hold a Celebration of Erick's life that I know he was proud of.
Your parents were instrumental in us being able to achieve that. Losing a precious child is the hardest thing a parent will ever endure, yet even though they are going through their own grief journey they have been there to support us as we go through our grief journey.

Erin, I believe it is your mom's faith and hope that God wants me to take notice of, as it is our faith and hope in God that will make it possible for us to be with our children again. Until that time comes for us Erin, please find Erick, I'm sure the two of you will enjoy a great friendship like the one your parents and our family has. When you see him tell him I said for the two of you to Be careful, Be good, Be safe and have fun.

Thank you Erin for sharing your family with us.

Aunt Terri
November 12, 2007
Thinking of you today on Erin's birthday. Knowing that you'll never get over her passing...Knowing that it's her memory that keeps her close... I'm holding on to that...And sending You, Steven and Deanna my love

Terri

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
esaidkhanian@gmail.com
November 12, 2007

Happy Birthday Erin!

November 12, 2007
Sister

Happy Birthday Erin! The thought of you being 21 is something that my brain just cannot comprehend. What would you have been like at 21? Would you have wanted a girl's weekend in Vegas with your friends? Or would you have wanted a quite celebration with family? It has been 4 years since we celebrated your birthday with you face to face. In four years we have all changed but you remain the same; young, happy, beautiful. You are forever 17 even on your 21st birthday.

Erin's Family
November 10, 2007

As the four year anniversary of Erin's death approaches, an invitation is extended to Erin's friends, acquaintances and those who were touched by her life, to join her family in a time of remembrance. The gathering will be in Moorpark, on the corner of Countrywood at Tierra Rejada, Saturday, November 24, 2007 at 8:15am. Thank you

Tami Narve
snuuupi1@aol.com
October 06, 2007

Hi Erin,

My name is Tami, you don't know me but I am a friend of your mom and dad. Actually your mom was my boss for a while. In fact, my very first day reporting to her was November 24th 2003. I was sitting in her office ready to hear what was expected of me in my new role when she received the phone call that changed her and your family's life forever. I still remember that day as if it was yesterday.

I thought I would introduce myself because I wanted to let you know you have a new neighbor. My mom recently passed away so I have been spending a lot of time in the park. I saw your mom last night at her retirement party and she told me where I could find you - it wasn't very difficult because once I saw the beautiful bright daisies on your stone I knew it was something your mom would have picked out. I can't believe how close you are to my mom! She is just up the hill to the left under the first Oak Tree near the bench. It made me feel good that she is so close to you because I feel as though your mom and dad are part of my family. My mom's name is Evelyn Lidderdale. If you happen to run into her can you please tell her that I miss and love her very much!

Erin, I wanted to let you know how special your mom and dad are. They have been a constant source of comfort and support for so many. Your dad was the first person to call me when he heard about my mom. Your mom sent me a beautiful card that makes me cry every time I read it. Unfortunately two weeks after my mom passed, Becky(another one of our VZ family members)lost her son Erick. Once again your mom and dad sprung into action to help her family through the grieving process. You should be very proud of them because they are simply amazing! : )

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
esaidkhanian@gmail.com
September 19, 2007

Erin,

I recently watched "We Are Marshall" for the second time and really all it does is brings back memories and a flood of tears. It is a football movie you would have loved, but honestly it is one of the toughest movies for me and probably anyone would who knew you to watch. As I watch it unfold I just can draw so many similarities between the story and just little occurrences as we were a team for sports medicine as if a part of the football team. So many memories just flood me when I watch it; remembering that day, the weeks that followed, and the remembrance and strength that continued
on.

I know as the time is approaching and its going to be four years soon and that seems inconceivable.

We always miss you though!

-Elizabeth

And for Laurie I wanted to write you a little note. I read your last journal entry and do not think back on the times as well Erin will call if "tiffs" occurred. She does and always did love you, even through the disagreements. I knew you guys were mending things up from one of the last conversations we had. I was also in a little "tiff" with Erin and I felt the same regret. I felt as though I did not know about all that was going on in her life before everything happened and I missed so many things which I wish I could have been there for.

Erin
serendipitycrossing@gmail.com
August 30, 2007

I came across this page by accident today and I had to stop. My name is Erin Scott as well, and I was born exactly 1 month before Erin, on October 12, 1986. Seeing another Erin Scott who nearly shared my birthday was intense enough, but then to see that she had died made me feel like I needed to take some time and learn more about her. It turns out we have a lot in common, similar interests, and I am going into medicine as my career as well (though not sports medicine).I send my love to your family Erin, and I know you keep an eye on them from Heaven. To Erin's parents: Your daughter was a wonderful person from all I see here, and that tells me that you are wonderful people too. I hope you and your family are all well and healthy.

Feel free to email me if you would like.

-Erin

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
esaidkhanian@gmail.com
July 01, 2007

Hi Erin,

I am London right now for my internship in Parliament which is quite amazing and an experience I will never forget. Well I had one of those "Erin Moments" because I am watching the concert for Diana and P. Diddy performed "I'll be Missing You" They mentioned after the song that this was the most dedicated song on the radio for Diana after she passed away, and all I could think was this was Erin's song. I remember when you first bought this cd, remember watching the slide show, and I still completely freeze up every time I listen to it.

Missing you Always,

Elizabeth .

laurielynnscott@yahoo.com
May 29, 2007

Hi Erin - your website has been repaired and we can once again leave messages for you. It's been a long time of silence and so I am very rateful to have this functionality back. Thank You Shawn! .

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
Lizacal@aol.com
November 12, 2006

Happy birthday Erin! I just had a flashback the other day. I believe it was your 16th birthday and Mikala and I threw a mini surprise party and had the football boys sing to you in the training. I just remember your face was priceless! I also believe that was the year we had matching outfits. I miss our shopping trips. I remember we had quite a few similar outfits because that was our Abercrombie phase and well they didn't have much of a selection there. Happy birthday again Erin.

missing you always,
Elizabeth.

Monique Butler
Dejorne3@yahoo.com
November 11, 2006

Hey girl!! tomorrow's your birthday and i just wanted to be able to tell u that everyone will be wishing u a happy birthday in spirit because even though you're not here, you'll always be in our hearts! Happy Birthday!

Stacey Kueny
miss_staceyrenee@hotmail.com
November 07, 2006

Hi Erin and Laurie,

I have been thinking a lot about the both of you. I was lucky enough to have had lunch with Colleen when I came back to visit from school. She told me about the website and I'm glad she did. I'm happy to know there will always be something to look back on. I had a true pleasure in having such a great childhood friend and lucky enough that we just lived right down the street from each other that we always got to go swimming or to the park. I wish you all the best!! You're in my thoughts and prayers!

Stacey

Monique Jacques
lil_moemoe11@hotmail.com
November 07, 2006

hi laurie...you and erin have been on my mind lately. its been a long time. and now that her birthday is coming up i couldn't stop thinking about her. life's been a little rough but i got through it and now i have my own house and a good job. owe it to erin and all the loved ones that i have lost. well i'll be going to LA either this weekend or the next to visit a friend so im most likely going to stop by to visit erin. i have a gift for her. well i have to get back to work. hope all is well with you....miss you erin! -

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
Lizacal@aol.com
October 04, 2006

Hey Erin I haven't talked to you in a while. This week... well all I can say has been unreal. Tuesday morning at about 1:30am I got a phone call telling me someone's father passed away, which caught me off guard and well made me a little uneasy as I was. Today when I went into work I found out one of the hostess passed away on Sunday. She?s only worked here for a month, but the news just hit me with quite shock. We don't know what happened to her yet, but she passed away in her sleep at the age of 19. It just shook me up quite a bit because like you she was taken away from us so young and she was just beginning her life. I just kept on thinking what her friends and family were going through and how nothing you can say to someone can actually make things better. I know times like this are only supposed to make you stronger but I don't think anyone is ever ready to embrace news like this. So please say hi to Stephanie and tell her how much we all miss her!

- Elizabeth

Ps. The Chiefs beat 49er's 41-0? and I was proud to remind everyone that because well in California you can't find many Chiefs fans. I also want to let you know that if anyone ever asks why I like the Chiefs I let them know that my friend in high school introduced me to them!

Sister
August 24, 2006

Jim and I found out on August 22 via ultrasound that we are having a girl, unless it is a very shy boy. You are going to have a niece. Her name is Taylor Erin Nguyen. She is
so cute. I fell in love with her instantly. Her little heart beats so fast. She moves a lot, though I don't think that I have felt it just yet. I should be feeling her in the next few weeks. She has the cutest little hands and feet. We could even see her fingers and toes. She is still so tiny and yet looks just like a regular baby. I can't believe that she is inside me. I am four months pregnant today. That's something I wondered if I would ever get the chance to say. She is due February 1. I cannot wait to meet her. I wish you were here to experience this with me.

Rebecca Castle
castlesnaz@msn.com
July 02, 2006

Hi Laurie! I think of you guys all the time and I keep Erin's picture on my Dresser top so I am constantly reminded of how precious life is. I thought I would check on her site to see how things are. How did I know you would be keeping a journal on things! HaHaHa! So when I read of your prayers for the 'baby' to be - okay... Baby?!? What Baby? Who's Baby?!? Tell Deanna I am sooo excited for her! All is wonderful in Arizona, much to tell you of... so write me back! Lots of love, Rebecca

kayteague@hotmailcom
June 15, 2006

Laurie,
Thank you for the book you have given me. I read it cover to cover the first night. I picked it up again today and did the two at a time thing, and it helped. I have my favorites in it too.

Thank you for your caring and concern. I am learning that it is one day at a time and i need to go forward. Take Care

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
Lizacal@aol.com
June 03, 2006

Congratulations on the pregnancy Deanna and your baby will be in my prayers.

June 03, 2006
To Erin's Mom,

I read on your Journal that you had been in contact with Kerra's mom after her passing. I thank God everyday that their family had someone who knew what it was like to help them. They are wonderful people and you are a blessing from the Heavenly Father for them.

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
Lizacal@aol.com
April 24, 2006

Hey Erin i just wanted to say hi to u today because i was thinking about u a lot. Also, here's some exciting news, Mikala's boyfriend is up for the NFL draft this weekend, he should be a 5th or 6th round pick so we better all keep our fingers crossed. I was hoping he would go to KC, but its probably going to be the Bengals, Rams, or Bears. Missing you always, Elizabeth

Erin's Mom
April 11, 2006

Kaitlyn and Megan,

Thank you so much for leaving your messages to Erin here on her website. You have consoled my heart. It has been so long since Erin's passing. The sadness I feel at times is overwhelming. But each time someone from her life shares a remembrance or heartfelt thought, it brings her close and her memory is refresh. God bless you both.

Megan Edwards
meganedwards_17
April 11, 2006

I didn't know Erin well, but did meet her a few times, and she was good friends with my sister, Katelyn. I remember she had such an adorable and sophisticated voice, she was so polite every time she called for my sister... "May I please speak to Katelyn?" Well I just got off the phone with my sister and she told me about this website.

On every page of this site, ever word written, every letter typed - there is just such an overwhelming feeling on LOVE... it is remarkable.

I send out my love, prayers, and thoughts to the Scott family... and my deepest condolences as well.

Erin must feel so happy and so extremely loved to look down and see all of this...

Mrs. Scott... your journal page absolutely touched my heart... I just wanted you to know that. I debated if I should comment here - I hope it's okay that I'm writing this. God bless.

Much love, Megan Edwards

Katelyn Edwards
katelynedwards@yahoo.com
April 10, 2006

I have been thinking about you a lot these last few weeks. With Easter approaching, I keep thinking about the life that we receive from knowing Jesus as our Savior. I went to the "Glory of Easter" at the Crystal Cathedral last night and when the angels flew through the air in celebration of the resurrection of Jesus I could not stop thinking about you. I tried to imagine the joy that you feel every day in the presence of our Lord, however, I know that I cannot even begin to comprehend how amazing it is. I was brought to tears at the sight of you worshiping at the throne of God. I miss you so much Erin! Please say hello to my Uncle Scott for me. I love you both and I will see you soon!

Nanci
February 26, 2006

>How beautiful. May God keep blessing you all with the wonderful memories and the peace of Erin being with HIM. God Bless You.

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
January 29, 2006

Yesterday when I was at work I heard someone playing "I'll Be Missing You." Right when I heard the song I remember when you first got the CD and how you insisted that I had to listen to it to expand my taste in music. Well I wanted to just tell you thank you for that.

Missing You Always, Elizabeth

Jackie
January 02, 2006

Hello, I was at the cemetery today. I went with my friend who visited her friend's grave, Miyoung Dai, who is close to your daughter's grave. She, too, passed on too early. Erin's picture caught my eye as we drove up. I was just drawn to her grave and compelled to see your web site for Erin. What a beautiful girl. I am so sorry for your loss. I am a teacher and children like your daughter as so rare.

I feel sorry for our world that someone like Erin was taken so soon, before she could have more of a positive impact on our society. It seems that she had already made positive changes for our world. I do not have children but when I see children like Erin, I wish that if I had had a child, he/she would have been like your daughter.

With much sympathy, Jackie

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
Lizacal@aol.com
December 04, 2005

Hey Erin, So right now I can imagine how happy you are that the KC Chiefs beat the Broncos and that they can still grab a wild card for playoffs, because well i'm just ecstatic. Our football team is playing St. Boony for CIF championships next weekend, hopefully they will win but it's going to be a tough game for them. I also wanted to tell you that have been in my thoughts and prayers a lot recently. On the 24th Allie and I went and put flowers around your grave and decorated everything with pink bows! I hope it wasn't too excessive though, we sorta got carried away I think with the pink.

I also had a flashback yesterday while I was at one of my sports medicine sites. A player told me "thanks sweety" for something and it made me think of the time when we trained the East vs. West game our sophomore year and we were on the West side since they didn't have any trainers. A player called you "sista" when he thanked you for something during the game and that you were so proud of that. Its just one of those memories that makes me laugh and remember the fun memories!

- Elizabeth

Sissy
November 12, 2005

Happy 19th Birthday Ren! Your 17th birthday message is still on your mirror. I only wish that you were here to see it read "Happy `19th` Birthday". I miss you Erin, real "hardcore" bad. You are always with me. I love you!

Ellen Montes
ellenmontes@yahoo.com
November 12, 2005

Laurie,

Just wanted to let you know that you and Steve are in my thoughts today. I think of you often and send good thoughts your way. Take care today and remember the joy you felt 19 years ago.

Your friend, Ellen

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
Lizacal@aol.com
November 12, 2005

Happy birthday Erin! For some reason I just watched the time tick away tonight `til midnight. I know that birthdays are usually a joyful event, but I just cried for not being able to call you to celebrate.

I've really been missing you a lot this week, especially while I'm at sports med. There is something I've wanted to tell you though. A player on the USD football team (at SDSU there is a class that has the "pre" trainers rotate to 5 different sites and this rotation I'm at USD) reminds me of Tony. He is the kicker and he really doesn't have anything to do during practice and I watch him just wander around from group to group. Do you remember when Tony would just come and sit with us on the golf cart or Gina would give him "kicking lessons" because he wouldn't have anything else to do? Today I'm training their football game and well I signed up for it because I knew today was your birthday and there was no other way I could think of celebrating it. I also wanted to let you know that your freshmen are doing fantastic this year. They are in the running for first place and have a spot in playoffs. Missing you a lot and look out for the teams for me!

Love always, Elizabeth

...and Laurie I just wanted to let you know if it is any help that I always think of Erin. I know this month is going to be very tough and if you need anything I?m here.

Erin's Mom
Laurielynnscott@yahoo.com
November 11, 2005

Thank you, Elizabeth, for leaving the plant for Erin at her cross. Celebrating her 19th birthday without her being here with us is hard, but knowing her friends are remembering her too helps us a lot. Again, thank you,
Laurie

Ellen Bronkowski
joy2ellen@yahoo.com
November 08, 2005

Dear Laurie, I was so very touched by Erin's life website, what a tribute to her precious life. Laurie your writings ministered to me so deeply and I feel so connected to you in this journey of grief. I have such great hope and excitement that we will be with our Lord Jesus, Erin and Brooke soon, and share eternity together. Meanwhile we never ever stop missing our girls. Laurie, God is putting our tears in His bottle (Psalm 56:8). We are remembering Erin's birthday, celebrating her full life of faith she lived before her family and friends. Surely God is working everything together for the good. God sees the big picture and we don't. His plans are so good. Psalm 116. Thank you all for sharing this website with us, we will share it with our children. Maybe one day they will give us such a gift. Laurie if your ever on the East coast near Rhode Island, please come see us.

God Bless you all, Mike and Ellen Bronkowski

Gina Talty
gtalty33@verizon.net
October 10, 2005

Erin, Linda and I were just talking about you at the Wed. night football practice. I don't remember everything that we talked about, but it felt good to remember you. We thought about how there were still some football players there that would remember you as well......Wolverton for one.

We got a new "training room" in the new gym. Some would say that it is a storage room. I know if you were here, you would give Dearborn a piece of your mind.I have to go; but I will think of you always.

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
Lizacal@aol.com
September 03, 2005

Hi Erin - i just wanted to say that i've really been thinking about you a lot today. It's the opening football game against UCLA today and i remember how excited we would be in high school for game days. Since i'm always optimistic i think that we have a chance, but everyone laughs remarking how they are going to crush us. Mikala's boyfriend is actually a starting offensive lineman for the team, his name is Chris Pino and he is number 78. Anyways school is a lot harder this semester, im taking 22 units and stretching myself thin as usual. Also, i'm volunteering at Scripps hospital in La Jolla on the orthopedic floor so that should be very interesting and beneficial. I miss you so much Erin!

Allie Piehn
apiehn@adelphia.net
September 01, 2005

I've been thinking about you all week Erin. I miss you.

Erin's Mom
laurielynnscott@yahoo.com
August 08, 2005

Monique - thank you so much for sharing your heart. This website was a Christmas gift from Erin's sister and her fiance'. It was created to be a place where we can keep in touch with our feelings and our memories of Erin and it is proving to be that and so much more. I am still a novice at grieving. I have never lost someone so dear to me before. It has been absolutely devastating; almost suffocating and most definitely life changing. Neither my brain nor my heart knows how to process what has happened. Even now, I struggle to accept this truth because I find it to be inconceivable.

Grieving is hard work; it doesn?t just happen, it demands attention and intention. Every time I start to push it aside, and get busy with life, BAM! I am hit with another "Erin moment" and I realize I have more work to do. Just like you, my last Saturday with Erin was special. I know it is common for the relationship between mothers and daughters be tested during the teenage years and distance can develop. So to have a day where Erin just hung out with me, talking and laughing, well, it was a gift, a treasured gift.

It's easy to fall into the trap of guilt when someone we love is suddenly gone. We beat ourselves up for all the things we did, or didn't do and for all the things that we wish we would have done differently. But I believe this is from Satan - he wants to hold our head down so we can't see God. But God is faithful to come near to us when we call out to him. He has surrounded me with his love through the many loving and caring people he has brought into my life. They have held me up when I lacked the strength to carry on.

Grief is a journey, but gratefully we don't have to travel it alone. I would be very happy if you would like to keep in touch. If you prefer, you can email me at laurielynnscott@yahoo.com?.

Erin is located at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks Memorial Park. 5500 Lindero Canyon Road, Westlake Village, CA 91362. (818)889-0902. You can pull the directions from Mapquest.com. She is close to the road inside the park, and is buried at marker "1124" (you can remember it because that is the day she passed away). When you stand at her headstone and look up, you will see Jesus. Hope to hear from you soon, Laurie

monique jacques
lil_moemoe11@hotmail.com
August 07, 2005

Hi you may not know me, but i was friends with Erin. Seeing this website gave me a kind of relief. It showed me how I'm not the only one dealing with Erin's passing. my friends didn't know Erin so it's hard grieving with no one that knew the kind soul and beautiful personality she had. I have took her death very hard since it happened. I took a break from basketball and couldn't stop thinking about her. But after viewing this site you seem so strong. I wish i could be more like you. So i don't know how to describe it... I miss Erin very much...we had stopped talking for a couple months..but saturday i had the urge to call her. We talked for a bit. Then i heard about her death. i couldnt believe it. i had just talked to her. i always repeat this in my head. was that urge a sign to talk to my friend one more time? but i never got to apologize to her and that kills me inside. till this day i can't stop breaking down everytime i think about her. I'm sure it's much harder for her family and i feel selfish sobbing. I've tried turning to god but my emotions get the best of me. I've thought about it and seeing this site have decided to visit Erin. Since I'm from fresno I don't know my way there. If you could give me directions id really appreciate it.

Thank you. I miss you Erin and im sorry we lost touch in those months. Ill never forget you.

Kelly Adler
sparkleface05@yahoo.com
July 18, 2005

I didn't personally know Erin, but I knew of her. She was dedicated to the football team and her passions. That tragic day, the whole school felt sorrow regardless if they knew her. I too lost a best friend in a freak accident. But you have to believe that she is here; with you every step you take and everything you embark on. She will never be forgotten and she will always be in everyone's heart. This webpage is such a Great tribute to her. She is lucky to have such a great family. R.I.P Erin!!!!

Elizabeth Saidkhanian
Lizacal@aol.com
July 17, 2005

Hi! I just want to say thank you to Erin's family for creating this website. I can't even describe how grateful that I have this website to always remember Erin. Erin was such a wonderful person that she always needs to be remembered and this website depicts her in so many ways...even down to the things that remind you of Erin. For everyone who knew Erin she touched each and every one of their hearts and is missed greatly. But, I know that right now she is looking down on us acting as our guardian angel. Love and miss you Erin!

- Elizabeth

Tara
stormos@verizon.net
June 17, 2005

Laurie, I just read your opinion piece in the Ventura County Star. What an important message of the dangers of prescription drugs. By sharing your grief and findings with others, you are helping to save another life. Please know that I think of you often and keep you and Steve in my prayers.

Love You!

Jim
jnguyen022@sbcglobal.net
June 14, 2005

Hi Erin! Your mom finally got her long awaited Grief Journey CD Project up on the web. I think she did a wonderful job!! It's under the 11-24-03 tab. I hope everyone likes it! Your mommy, (soon to be my mom too) worked really hard on it! Talk to you later. Love ya, and miss ya! Love, Jim

Karen Hadley
karen@davidsingerenterprises.com
June 06, 2005

I came across your tragic story while researching adverse side effects to prescription medications. I work for Dr. David Singer, a longtime chiropractic practice management consultant who has more than 800 clients nationally. I wonder if you might permit me to pass Erin's story and photo along to Dr. Singer. One of the pieces of advice he gives his clients is that they must educate the public on the advantages of natural healthcare and the wisdom of avoiding medications whenever possible because of their potential side effects. He often uses a story such as this one to bring this message home to his clients. You can visit our website at https://www.dse-inc.com/ to get more information with which to make your decision. It might be a way to get more people informed about the dangers of legitimate, prescription medications. I'm very sorry that you had to go through this experience. I admire your intention to save others from a similar fate.

Mary Rush
mbarquett@hotmail.com
April 14, 2005

Erin, You have a beautiful family who loves you very much, you've blessed them with your love and made a huge difference in their lives. Even though I never met you, I feel like I know you after listening to your sister and looking at the beautiful website Jimmy and Deanna put together, and I know up in heaven you must be smiling and very happy and proud of your family who of course will never stop thinking about you. I wish I could've met you, Deanna always talks about her childhood with you I have two girls and she always compares them to you and her and I can only hope they love each other as much as Deanna loves you. We'll I guess we'll see you at your sister's wedding I'm pretty sure you'll be there. .

Sissy
January 17, 2005

The other night I watched a Lifetime movie, shock of shocks I know, and I was reduced to an absolute sobbing mess. The movie was a true story about a mother who lost her daughter at Columbine High School. Ironically I didn't know that was the story line until the plot came around to that point. My heart was overcome with emotion. Oh my gosh did I cry and cry. So many parallels I drew in my mind. Though you were not murdered, you were taken from us in the same sudden manner. Without warning and without knowing, you were gone. The young girl was so full of life and looking forward to each step that lie ahead. I see this as you were.

I have never seen life align itself in such a straight path as it had for you. You had everything just waiting for you. I cried for these opportunities that you knew were there, but that you never experienced. Then I cried for mom. As the mother in the movie spoke about the loss of her daughter, I felt as though she was speaking to me in her voice, but in mom's words. Selfish as it is, I for so long avoided this reality because it seemed safer not knowing how mom must have felt. My heart wept for what mom (and dad) must be going through.

Jim told me that I should turn it off because I was crying so much, but I wanted to live in this moment with my feelings of you. I then cried for me and what I have lost in losing you. The movie goes on to current times and it shows the family watching home movies of the daughter who is no longer there. The camera pans around to show everyone present, including the older sister who was now married with a baby girl. Oh Erin, I was just heart broken.

You know that Jim and I are getting married in September and I wish you could be there. He loves you as his own sister, and I know you loved him too. I think about the aunt you would have been to my children. I laugh when I think about how you would have taken them and I wouldn?t have seen them until they were older. Oh you would have been the best aunt in the world! I miss what could have been, and I will always miss it. Love, Sister .

Krystle Coniglio
OneSweetDayRNND@aol.com
January 13, 2005

This message goes out to Erin's family and friends.... .

I never had the pleasure of meeting Erin, but I have been keeping in touch with Laurie Scott....who is a blessing to me. I met her online through the memorial site for my dear friend Nicole Marie Johnson. Laurie, as I have kept in touch with you and tried to get to know Erin through our emails it has been such a calming feeling to know that together we can get through this. Having ventured through this beautiful memorial site I have learned more about Erin and how beautiful she is. I wish I could have had the chance to meet her, but that time will come when I can be back with my friends who are with the Lord now. It's awesome to know that my friend Nicole and Erin are buddies with the Lord and are watching over us always and forever. .

Until then.....Erin, it's been a pleasure learning about you and take care of my dear Nana, Nicole, Ryan, David, and Camille. Thank you! :) .

Deanna
January 01, 2005

Hi mom. I just wanted to let you know that your message is beautiful. Jim and Deanna.

Kayleen Nightingale
vzkay@yahoo.com
December 27, 2004

I never met you, Erin, but I met your parents through "Grief Share"@ Calvary Church as I too lost my loved one (husband, Duane) four months ago. I already knew your loving mom through work as my son, Kimo worked for her. So...here we are...missing our loved ones and helping one another go through this painful and long journey called GRIEF. In a strange sense of logic, you are a blessed soul 'cuz you are always loved and always remembered. You will never be forgotten. .Say hello to my sweetheart, Duane when you see him.

May Peace and Grace Abound.

With affection, Kayleen
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