Donor's Comments

(names printed only with permission)

• There’s no need to list my name at all. Please let me know if there’s anything I can do. I can’t imagine what you all must be going through. I wish you all peace of mind.

• I wish I could do more. Tony is an old, old friend and his mom and my aunt were friends back in the day. My heart breaks for the family. I’ve sent the link to my family as well and hope they’ll send it to others who would know Tony’s family. I don’t need to be listed, but I appreciate you asking. Thanks for putting this together for them.

• Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  There is no need to mention our name among the donors; we were just glad there was something we could do to help your family through this difficult time.

• Donation generously made by Amanda Lunsford

• You’re welcome.  You don’t have to list me…I’m friends with Rebecca Sousa and when I heard the story I felt so badly.  I just wanted to help out.  My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Thanks

• I heard your brother’s family’s tragic story from my daughter-in-law (who’s also the mother of my two precious granddaughters). As with anyone who opens their own heart to imagine the heart-breaking pain that the family is suffering, I felt so sad for them and for what they will be enduring. My gesture is a small way to express my hope that they will somehow be comforted by the love of their family, friends and loved ones. No, please don’t mention me as a donor. I prefer to be a friend they just don’t know they have.

• My thoughts and prayers go to all of their family on the loss of their beloved Kaitlyn.

• I would appreciate it if you would list my name and make sure they see my note of condolence and support, but no need to list the gift amount.  I definitely would like them to know that complete strangers who live far away have heard about them and are saddened by their loss, and we are thinking of them.  Thank you.  
  ~Wendy in Indiana (The Brennan Family)

• I am so, so terribly sorry for your loss. My brother, Scott, is a friend of Brandon’s, and we are both so sick abut this. Scott has so many kind things to say about Brandon, it’s just not fair. As the mom of a 2 year old and 5 month old, I can’t bear to think how you all must feel. Your family does not know who I am - I live in Indiana, but please let them know I donated. I just want them to know, as I’m sure they do, that so many people who don’t even know them care, and would do anything to help the day-to-day things that must go on be a little easier. Your brother seems like a true hero to me. I know he couldn’t save his precious daughter, but he did what he felt he had to do to save his family. And as a result, his wife and son survived. My husband said he would have gotten out of the car, too. You just never know. Sorry for rambling, I just feel so sad for what your family is going though right now.

• I hope this can help a little. I will keep the family in my prayers. 

• May you all somehow find peace in this terrible tragedy,
  Sincerely,
  Jaime Long

• Scott and Karen are niece and nephew of my “significant other”, Jeff. I am so very sorry for your family and your brother’s family’s loss. I looked into the eyes of Kaitlyn and tears welled in my eyes. I can only imagine what you all are going through, but as a mother myself, my heart goes out to her mother. What a horrible, terrible tragedy...something no mother or father should ever have to deal with. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

• No need to mention her name - she is good friends with Karen & Jeremy and just wanted to help out any way she could. Please let them know that our thoughts are with you and the family.

• I am a dear friend of Judi, Karen’s mother and would appreciate you letting them know that I responded. It is such a worthy cause and so very tragic. My heart goes out to those who were there and to your family. My deepest condolences. 
  Sincerely, .........Nancy Gould

• Thanks for writing. We are friends with Donna’s brother Tony, I’m am so sorry for their loss It is so heartbreaking.
  Joseph and Jessica Bliss

• Please pass on our deepest condolences to the family.
  Dale and Marianne Burley

• I’m so sorry for your loss. There is no need for thanks - I was more than happy to do this. Yes, you can add my name to the list of donors.  You all are in my thoughts.
  Take care,
  Mindy Sanderson

• Donation generously made by Rick Dalton, who works with Mark Lester

• You do not have to let them know that I donated being that they probably don’t know me anyway. I just wish I could do more. I heard about this from a friend and I actually went to high school with Tony. I am so sorry that your family is dealing with this tragedy. You are all in my thoughts and prayers, especially Brandon, Donna, & Cameron.

• You could group me under Northside Stay at home moms, or with Karen Glowacki. Her husband is a friend of Brandon. Karen posted to our Indiana mom’s group about this family. There may be several small donations from us. We all feel a strong pain to even imagine what Brandon and Donna are going through.

• Donation generously made by Dr. & Mrs. Poirier

• It is OK to list our name.  We have never met, but I want you to know how proud Barb and Bob are of you and Brandon. Barb and I are very close and for years I have been hearing about you two and your families (and your cousin’s families). She has  enjoyed being a part of your lives these last 20+ years.  This terrible accident has really shaken them. I have 3 kids so the news takes your breath away.  Bob has been a part of our family for about 22 years now so I know about the Poirier heartbreaks your family has had.  Barbara says that Brandon and Donna have you as well as a huge close extended family that can help them through this. Again I am so sorry for your loss.
  With my deepest sympathy,
  Jean Gasman

• Yes, you may list my name amongst the donors.  Donna and Tony grew up two streets over from me.  My thoughts are with the family.
  Sarah Wood

• We are so happy we could help. My sister is Michele Dube, Bryan’s wife.  We were so saddened and touched by the tragedy that your brother and family have to endure, it’s the least we could do. Feel free to list us as donors if appropriate. Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family.
  Take care,
  Jean Uttero

• I’m so sorry about the loss for you and your entire family. Feel free to mention my name as a donor. I’ll be forwarding the email from John Uttero to my entire company on Monday and hopefully, more will donate. I hope that’s ok with you-
  Michael Dunksy

• I am so sorry for your loss.  My heart goes out to all of you.  You can mention me just as Branlaadee from ACF. I dont know your brother or his family personally.  I just know Brandon from the internet, but I wanted to do what little I could to help him and his family.
  Brandy

• You may list my name if you like to, but it isn’t necessary. Thank you for the confirmation that you received my donation. Best wishes to you and your family, now and always.
  Sincerely,
  Jennifer

• I would like that, thank you. If you could put my name down as Gaevren that would be nice- that’s who Brandun would recognize me as.  All my love to the family
  Liz

• That would be really nice of you to let them know that people are thinking of them....My husband is friends with John Utero (His brother-in-law is first cousins with Brandon). John sent along this e-mail to us about your brothers family. I’m glad we could help in some way. I wished it were more, but happy to help with what we can. I wish you and your family strength to get through this horrible time.
  Sincerely, Cheryl Greene

• I am a good friend of Danny and Kathy Dubois.  Sorry for your loss.
  Linda Lemay

• Donation generously made by Christine and Tom G.

• That is up to you I just wanted to help a little. I know no amount of money can make up for the loss. Hopefully it helps a little. My thoughts are with all of you.
  David

• Sure.  You can mention my name to Donna.  I used to be really good friends with Tony back in our middle school days so I remember her from back in “the day.”  I was crushed when I heard the horrible news.  I contacted Tony on myspace.  And to you I also extend my deepest condolences.  Be well.
  Jeff O’Reily

• My heart and prayers go out to all of you. Feel free to mention it or whatever you feel is best. I just wanted to help in some small way.
  God Bless,
  Dan Abbene

• I am so sorry for your loss - I cannot even imagine what your family is going through dealing with the loss of Kaitlyn (coincidentally, I have a daughter Kaitlyn).  I was in Brandon’s class in school but now live in North Dakota.  I cannot imagine that Brandon would remember me so there is no need to say that I donated.  My mother told me of this tragedy today and I just wanted to do something.  My deepest sympathies to you and your family.  I hope that they will receive more donations—in fact, I’ll make another one.

• You don’t have to mention that we donated. No words can describe our sadness for your family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Our Church members will also be praying for all of you.

• I work with Joy Benjamin. I have grandkids of my own that are the same age. I also have a Cameron (grandson). My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your entire family. You are truly welcome and you can mention it to Donna and Brandon and tell them they are always in my prayers.
  Sincerely,
  Marion Jasparro

• I'm a friend of Donna's brother.  I knew the family in middle school/ high school.  I wish the entire family my deepest sympathy and prayers everyday to help everyone with the loss of Kaitlyn.  Yes, please let them know I'm thinking of them.
   ~Jen Dion

• It is fine for you to mention my name.  My daughter  Julie knows Scott from Norwood and that is how we heard about Brandon and Donna.  They will stay in our prayers.  Thanks so much for your note. 
  Marie

• I am very sorry for the loss you and have family are experiencing.  You can use my name. 

  Sincerely, 

  Bonnie Beeley

• A generous anonymous donation was received.

• A generous anonymous donation was received.

• A generous anonymous donation was received from the United Kingdom.

• Ta-Yu sends her love and thoughts, and knows that nothing can compensate them for their loss. I really hope that they can both find joy in life again, but know this will be a slow process.

• It is an honor to try and help your family with whatever we can.
  My husband Shaun and myself had the pleasure of meeting your dear brother, his wife and Cameron just last week when we stopped by. Although we only live a few houses from them we only knew your brother Ralph and his wife and children.
  Please continue all these websites and fundraising efforts because all of you
  are doing a wonderful thing in keeping Kaitlyn's memory and legacy alive forever.
  Please let Donna and Brandon know that we are still thinking of them always and
  praying for them and the entire family.

  Sincerely, Candy and Shaun Reilly

• I am from Boston and when I heard what had happened on the news, it 
  just broke my heart.  My prayers and thoughts are with your family.  May 
  your family find strength through this difficult time.

• With prayers from Mike and Mary

• Our most deepest sympathies to all family members. We don't personally know this beautiful family but continue to pray for them. May their sorrow dissipate into cherished memories full of love. 
  The Staelen Family

• Just a small donation from a local mom.  God Bless.