David Granados - Hit and Run Victim - Los Angeles, California

David Alexander Granados, age 18, died on March 25, 2013, in Los Angeles, California.

David was riding his bicycle on March 24, 2013, on a residential street in the Valley Glen area of Los Angeles when he was struck by a driver, who sped through an intersection and continued on after colliding with the teenager. David was heading home at the time of the tragedy.

David was taken to the hospital where he died the next day. The crash happened just days after his 18th birthday.

Authorities are looking for the driver of what appears to be a grey or silver Mercedes Benz M-class SUV, model year 2000 to 2004. The driver may be an older male.  A passenger is believed to have been in the SUV.

Anyone with information about the fatal crash is asked to call LAPD Valley Traffic Division detectives at (818) 644-8063, 1-877-LAPD-24-7, or anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477).

David was a popular student and was about to graduate from Grant High School.

Family members describe him as a happy and helpful kid.

David's family have suffered and are suffering over his unjust death. They loved him. They ask for justice.

David is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his father, Jose

Granados and his sister, Lorena.

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and gone the next.

Angels of God, pray for David

Amen.

God save us from the drivers who are drunk, doped up, texting while driving, or falling asleep on their feet. They kill us and then run away like sneaky wolves in the night.  Amen

Let us pray that David is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Shanel Nani Negron - murdered in Waukesha, Wisconsin

Nani Negron

Shanel "Nani" Negron, age 24, died on April 22, 2013, in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

She was found lying on the sidewalk in front of a house in Waukesha. She had a gunshot wound to the head.

Witnesses said that at 7:15 p.m., they saw a black male shove Nani out of a house. Then heard gunshots and Nani fell to the ground.

Eddie Callaway, age 26, has been charged with one count of first-degree intentional homicide, and is wanted by law enforcement officials. He has not been apprehended as of this posting.

If you have information that could help authorities locate Callaway, please contact the

Eddie Callaway

Waukesha Police Dispatch Center at 262-524-3831.

Nani and Eddie Callaway dated off and on for 2 years.
Eddie Callaway has a prehistory of violence and odd behaviour. Callaway had a restraining order against him that prevented him from possessing a firearm because he had held knives and guns to another girlfriend's throat, threatening to kill her. He would also stalk this woman at her place of work, choke her and verbally and physically abuse her. This woman was not Nani Negron.

Nani worked at Carroll University as a food server. Friends there describe her as outgoing and friendly. She is also described as sweet, open to others and sociable.

Nani was known for her contagious laugh. She is described as a devoted mother to her 3 year old daughter.

Angels of God, pray for Nani

Nani is survived by many loving friends and relatives including her sister, Danielle Rivera; and her 3 year old daughter.

Pray for an end to the violence against women. Amen.

God save us from the freaks who tell us they love us and then kill us. Amen. 

Pray that Nani is in heaven.  Pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Joanna Mellow - killed while jogging in Morrinsville, New Zealand

Joanna and Shane Mellow

Joanna (Jo) Mellow, age 42, died on April 27, 2013, on a street in Morrinsville, New Zealand.

Jo was jogging with her husband Shane, on a residential street. At about 2:00 p.m., she was struck by an out of control four wheel drive vehicle. Jo was pinned against a house.

She later succumbed to her injuries.

Jo was a nurse who was planning her daughter's 13th birthday later this week.

Friends describe Jo as an amazing friend, a fun person, and well-liked.

Family members are devastated by the loss of their loved one in this tragic way.

Some of the people who live on this residential street have complained to the Police and to the Local Council about speeding on this street. However, the Mayor states that there is not a speeding problem there. 

An elderly gentlemen was driving the vehicle. Why he lost control of his vehicle is unknown at this time. Speed and alcohol are not considered to be factors. The driver and his passenger escaped injury. However, even the house they crashed into was heavily damaged. 

Saint Bernadette of
Lourdes, pray for Jo

Maybe it's time in New Zealand and elsewhere for mandatory driving retests for drivers over a certain age.  God knows that people will insist on driving until their last breath, thereby endangering the lives of others.

Jo is survived by many loving friends and relatives including her father, Maurice Steffert; her brother, Warren; her husband, Shane; and her daughters - Monique (age 13), and Danielle (age 11).

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and gone the next. Amen. 

Let us pray that Joanna is in heaven. Let us pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Richard Dickson - U.S. Military

Staff Sgt. Richard A. Dickson, age 24, of Rancho Cordova, California, died on April 27, 2013, near Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan.

He was killed in the crash of an MC-12 aircraft. The cause of the crash does not appear to be from enemy activity.

He was assigned to the 306th Intelligence Squadron, Beale Air Force Base, California.

Richard is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his wife Lacie and his daughter, Sophie. 

Oceans of tears have been shed for this man.  He will be forever missed. 

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and gone the next. Amen.

Pray for Richard

Thank you for serving, Richard.

Pray that Richard is in heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Daniel Fannin - U.S. Military

Staff Sgt. Daniel N. Fannin, age 30, of Morehead, Kentucky, died on April 27, 2013, near Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan.

He was killed in the crash of an MC-12 aircraft. The cause of the crash does not appear to be from enemy activity.

He was assigned to the 552nd Operations Support Squadron, Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.

Friends describe Daniel as a genuine person with a heart of gold.  

Light a candle for Daniel.
Light his way to Heaven. 

His family and his wife were the most important things in his life.

Daniel is survived by many loving friends and relatives, including his wife. 

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and gone the next. Amen.

Thank you for serving, Daniel.

Let us pray that Daniel is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Reid Nishizuka - U.S. Military

Capt. Reid K. Nishizuka, age 30, of Kailua, Hawaii, died on April 27, 2013, near Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan.

He was killed in the crash of an MC-12 aircraft. The cause of the crash does not appear to be from enemy activity.

He was assigned to the 427th Reconnaissance Squadron, Beale Air Force Base, California.

Reid was a 2000 Kailua High School graduate. He went on to study aeronautical engineering at Notre Dame University.

He was a pilot. Reid had deployed to Afghanistan in March of 2013. He had numerous previous deployments and more than 200 combat missions.

Gabriel, Archangel, pray for Reid

His military awards included 10 air medals, 2 Air Force commendation medals and 2 Air Force achievement medals.

Family members are devastated by his loss. They will remember him for his winning personality, his smile and his compassion. They stated that Reid wanted to be a pilot since childhood. They are proud of him, the life he led, and his service to his country.

Military colleagues stated that Reid was always a great person to have around, always had solutions if anyone had any problems and knew how to do a lot of things.

Reid is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his mother; his father, Ricky Nishizuka; and his brothers, Chad and Reyn Nishizuka.

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and gone the next. Amen.

Thank you for serving, Reid.

Let us pray that Reid is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Brandon Cyr - U.S. Military

Capt. Brandon L. Cyr, age 28, of Woodbridge, Virginia, died on April 27, 2013, near Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan.

He was killed in the crash of an MC-12 aircraft. The cause of the crash does not appear to be from enemy activity.

He was assigned to the 906th Air Refueling Squadron, Scott Air Force Base, Illinois.

Brandon was a pilot instructor for the KC-135 tanker and the MC-12.  

He had deployed to Afghanistan just three months ago. 

Friends and colleagues remember Brandon for his sense of humor, his thoughtfulness and his dedication to a challenging job.  He volunteered his time to help young people and had a passion for leadership and mentoring.

Military officials stated that Brandon left his mark on everything he did.  They praised his desire, his energy and his thirst for knowledge.  He was popular and will be hugely

Angels of God, pray for Brandon

missed.

Relatives describe Brandon as their hero.

Brandon is survived by many loving friends and relatives.

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and gone the next. Amen.

Thank you for serving, Brandon. 

Let us pray that Brandon is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Shane Robbins - Law Enforcement - Florida

Master Deputy Sheriff Shane Robbins, age 40, died on April 26, 2013, on a highway in Polk County, Florida.

Shane was a member of the Polk County Sheriff's Office. He had 15 years of service.

He was traveling westbound when his vehicle left the roadway for unknown reasons. A nearby resident who heard the crash called 911 to report the crash and responding rescue workers extricated Shane from his patrol car. He was transported to Winter Haven Hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

Anyone who has information about this crash is asked to call the Polk County Sheriff's Office at 863-298-6200.

Police officials are in mourning over the death of Shane. He will be forever missed.

Shane started his career with the sheriff's office in 1998 and had worked as both a homicide detective and a Special Victims Unit detective. He was currently serving as a patrol deputy in the Northeast district of Polk County.

Police officials stated that Shane served his community with dedication and pride. His

Jesus, pray for Shane

care and concern for others was as much a part of his daily duties as enforcing the law.

He had received numerous platoon recognitions, accomplishment reports, bureau, division, department, and Sheriff's commendations for his public service, compassion, generosity, and outstanding law enforcement and investigative work.

Shane is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his wife, Alisa; and their five children. 

Pray for all who die by misadventure.  They are with us one moment and gone the next.  Amen. 

Thank you for serving, Shane.

Let us pray that Shane is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Robert Hess - U.S. Military

1st Lt. Robert J. Hess, age 26, of Fairfax, Virginia, died on April 23, 2013, in Pul-E-Alam, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered from enemy indirect fire.

He was assigned to the 2nd Aviation Battalion, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum, New York.  He was a helicopter pilot. 

Robert graduated from Robinson High School in 2005, where he won three state swimming championships. He also played football.

He attended Old Dominion University, where he majored in criminal justice. He had been named Student of the Year at Chantilly Criminal Justice Academy.

He joined the Army in November of 2010. After completing pilot training at Fort Rucker, Alabama, he arrived at Fort Drum in November of 2012 and deployed with his unit to Afghanistan in April of 2013.

His awards and decorations include the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, the NATO Medal, the Afghanistan Campaign Medal, the Combat Action Badge, the Army Achievement Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Army Service Ribbon, and the Army Aviator Badge.

Family members stated that Robert was a natural leader and a great officer, who loved

Light a candle for Robert.
Light his way to Heaven. 

the Army. He was living his dream. Others stated that he had a pleasant personality, was helpful to others, and was well-liked.

Robert is survived by many loving friends and relatives, including his mother and father, Lauren and Robert Hess Sr.; and his brother, Patrick Hess.

Thank you for serving, Robert.

Let us pray that Robert is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Aaron Blanchard - U.S. Military

Capt. Aaron R. Blanchard, age 32, of Selah, Washington, died on April 23, 2013, in Pul-E-Alam, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered from enemy indirect fire.

He was assigned to the 2nd Aviation Battalion, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum, New York. Aaron was a helicopter pilot.

Aaron was known as Rudy to his friends and colleagues.

Aaron graduated from Selah High School in 1999.

Aaron began military service with the Marine Corps in January of 2000. After separating from the Marines, he completed Reserve Officer Training Corps school and was commissioned in the Army in June of 2009.

Aaron deployed twice to Iraq. He had deployed to Afghanistan in April of 2013.

His awards include the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, the NATO Medal and the Combat Action Badge.

Family members stated that he was living his dream - that of being a pilot. It is what he wanted to do since he was a child.

He is described as having a wonderful spirit, easygoing, able to get along with

Father, place Aaron on
the stairway to Heaven

everyone and adventurous.

Military colleagues describe him as having the biggest heart. If you told him he couldn’t do something, he’d do it, no matter what. He had a winning smile, a good attitude and a sense of humour. He took care of others.

Aaron is survived by many loving friends and relatives, including his mother, Laura Schactler; his father, Don Blanchard; his brothers - Michael and Karl Blanchard; his wife, Becky; and their two children - Hunter and Amalia.

Thank you for serving, Aaron.

Let us pray that Aaron is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Rebecca Kasper - murdered in Arizona

Rebecca Kasper

Rebecca Kasper, age 19, died sometime between April 20 and April 23, 2013, in Tempe, Arizona.

She was known as Becky to her family and friends.

She was found deceased in the bathtub of her apartment. She had been brutally beaten to death. Her body was found covered in coffee grounds and baking soda. Her head was wrapped in plastic and her wrists and ankles were bound. She may have been beaten to death with a dumbbell. A note at the scene of the crime made references to the killer feeling a need "to end her life."

Police have arrested Luis Soltero, age 22, the boyfriend of Rebecca, as a suspect in

Luis Soltero

this tragedy. He had walked into a police station and reported that Rebecca was dead in their apartment. He arrived there driving a car registered to Rebecca's parents. He said that he had tried to gas himself with carbon monoxide.

Neighbors complained numerous times of verbal confrontations at the apartment and Rebecca's co-workers said she had bruising on her arms consistent with being grabbed. The couple had recently broken up but were still seeing each other.

Rebecca was from Minnesota. She was currently a student at Arizona State University where she was studying marketing.

Becky also had a job and volunteered with a cat rescue organization. Last summer she interned with a book sale company in North Carolina.

Family members stated that Rebecca loved living in and going to school in Arizona. 

Angels of God, pray for Becky

She is also described as focused and determined.

Rebecca is survived by many loving friends and relatives including her mother and her father, Dan Kasper; and an older sister.

Pray for an end to the violence against women. 

God save us from the freaks of this world, who say they love us and then kill us. Amen.

Let us pray that Rebecca is in heaven. Let us pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Ken Harris - Firefighter - Texas

Firefighter Ken Harris, age 52, died coming to the aid of others on April 17, 2013, in West, Texas.

Ken responded to a massive and horrendous fertilizer plant explosion.

Ken was an off duty Dallas Firefighter. He was a 31 year veteran with Dallas Fire Rescue. He lived in West, Texas, but did not work there.

The blast killed 14 people and injured 200 others. Many homes were obliterated or damaged in this town of 2,807.

Normally munitions factories, fertilizer factories, propane factories, chemical processors, and fireworks companies are not allowed in the town limits of an inhabited area. What happened here? 

Saint Maximilian Kolbe, who
also came to the aid of
strangers, pray for Kenny

It's time for a re-visit of Texas municipal zoning laws regarding potentially dangerous factories being built near the homes of citizens.

There is no vacant prairie left in Texas?

Ken's wife stated that he was a good husband and a good father and her best friend. He loved his wife and sons.

Other family members stated that Ken was strong and determined. His boys remember fishing trips with him when they were growing up. These men loved their father.

Ken is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his father, Ken Harris Sr.; his wife, Holly; his sons Judd, Heath and Jarrod.

Pray for all who die while coming to the aid of others. They are the true heroes in our world. Amen.

Thank you for serving, Kenny. 

Let us pray that Ken is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Barrett Austin - U.S. Military

Pfc. Barrett L. Austin, age 20, of Easley, South Carolina, died on April 21, 2013, in Landstuhl, Germany, of injuries sustained when his vehicle was attacked by an enemy improvised explosive device in Wardak Province, Afghanistan, on April 17, 2013.

Barrett was assigned to the 4th Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Ga.

He had attended Dacusville and Pickens High Schools. 

High School officials stated that Barrett was a fine young man, a good student and was likable. 

Father, place Barrett on the
Stairway to Heaven

Barrett is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his parents; his sister; and his wife, Heather.

Pray for the 20 year olds who die in combat. Yesterday, they were just boys. Amen.

Thank you for serving, Barrett. 

Let us pray that Barrett is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Chad Key - Law Enforcement - Texas

Deputy Sheriff Chad Key, age 42, died in the line of duty, on April 20, 2013, on a roadway in Grayson County, Texas.

Chad was a member of the Grayson County Sheriff's Office. He had 3 1/2 years of service in law enforcement. He worked full time as a corrections officer at the Grayson County Jail and then put in a four hour shift as a Sheriff's Deputy. He had served as a patrol deputy for only two months.

Chad was directing traffic at a local intersection before 10:30 p.m. when he was struck by a driver who failed to stop.

The driver was drunk and was arrested a short distance away. The subject was a

Michael, Archangel, Patron
Saint of the Police, pray
for Chad

habitual drunk driver who was out on bond on a previous drunk driving arrest.

Chad recently graduated from the Grayson College police academy, where he finished in the top of his class.

His police colleagues are in mourning over his passing. They describe him as a sweet-spirited man, who treated others with respect.

Chad is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his wife and his three sons.

Pray for all who die in the line of duty.

Thank you for serving, Chad.

Let us pray that Chad is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Leon Hanna - Law Enforcement - Oklahoma

Deputy Sheriff Douglas Hanna, age 44, of Hobart, Oklahoma, died in the line of duty on April 21, 2013, on a highway west of Corn, Oklahoma.

Leon was a member of the Washita County Sheriff's Office, Oklahoma.

Leon was responding to a call at approximately 12:10 a.m. when a pickup truck ran a stop sign and collided with the passenger side of his patrol vehicle.

Deputy Hanna's patrol vehicle rolled multiple times, partially ejecting him even though

Michael, Archangel,
Patron Saint of the
Police, pray for Leon

he was wearing his seatbelt. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Leon is survived by many loving friends and relatives.

Pray for all who die in the line of duty.

Thank you for serving, Leon. 

Let us pray that Leon is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Spencer Myers - Good Samaritan killed on a highway in California

Spencer, his wife Tammy and
his two children

Spencer West Myers, age 36, of Vacaville, California, died on April 18, 2013, on a highway in Dixon, California.

The incident began at about 4:55 a.m. when Maria Lopez, age 44, of Fairfield, lost control of her vehicle while driving east in the No. 2 lane west of Dixon Avenue. Her car overturned and landed on its roof in the fast lane.

Spencer was on his way to work and pulled over near the center divider east of the crash scene to help. He freed the woman from her seatbelt. A short time later, both Spencer and the woman were struck by a vehicle driven by Golden Pryor, age 32. They both were taken to the University of California at Davis Medical Center. Spencer died there at 6:11 a.m.

Maria Lopez is expected to survive. Golden Pryor was not injured, and has not been charged with any crime as of this posting. It appears that drugs and alcohol were not factors in this crash. The Police believe the third driver, Golden Pryor, did not see the flipped car or the two people on the side of the highway.

It is puzzling how a parked car (Spencer's), beside an overturned flipped car (Maria's), and two people standing upright could not be seen. Was speed or recklessness a factor in this tragedy?

Spencer was a skilled carpenter and made custom furniture and cabinetry. He could

The Good Samaritan comes to
the aid of strangers, selflessly. 

also build guitars.

His wife stated that Spencer would give you the shirt off his back. He would help anyone.

His parents are devastated by Spencer's death. They state that he was and is well loved. He is their hero and they are proud of him. He will be forever mourned.

Spencer is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his mother and father; his wife, Tammy, and his young son and daughter.

Pray for those who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and gone the next. Amen.

Spencer is a Good Samaritan. God knows the world needs more men like Spencer.

Let us pray that Spencer is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Sean Collier - Law Enforcement - Massachusetts

Patrol Officer Sean Collier, age 26, died in the line of duty on April 18, 2013, on the campus of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Sean was a member of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Police Department. He had 1 year and 3 months of service.

He had previously worked as a civilian employee of the Somerville Police Department.

During the manhunt for the two suspects in the Boston Marathon bombings, shots were fired on the MIT campus. Officer Collier was found in his vehicle at about 10:30 p.m. with multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to Massachusetts General Hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

The suspects carjacked a vehicle and led police on a pursuit. During the pursuit, the suspect threw explosive devices from the vehicle at police. The pursuit ended in Watertown, where one suspect was killed and a Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Police Officer was shot and seriously injured in a gun battle. The second suspect was captured in Watertown the following evening.

Sean was raised in Wilmington, Massachusetts. He earned a criminal justice degree from Salem State University in 2009.

Police officials stated that Sean was one of these guys who really looked at police work as a calling. He was born to be a police officer.

He was also a member of the MIT's Outing Club, which organizes outdoor activities for

Michael, Archangel, Patron
Saint of the Police, pray
for Sean

the university community. He was also a member of the WAKA Kickball league of greater Boston.

Family members stated that they are proud of Sean's service to the community. He was a wonderful son and brother. He will be forever missed.

Friends have stated that Sean was involved in whatever he was doing and was well liked and well respected.

He is described as cheerful, charming, kind and humorous.

Sean is survived by many loving friends and relatives.

Pray for all who die in the line of duty.

Thank you for serving, Sean.

Let us pray that Sean is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Lu Lingzi - died at the Boston Marathon

Lu Lingzi, age 23, died on April 15, 2013, on a street in Boston, Massachusetts.

She was a victim of the "Marathon Bomber" who killed three innocent bystanders and injured more than 200 others. She was watching the marathon with a friend.

Typically Chinese last names are listed first, followed by the given name. Therefore Lu Lingzi's family name is Lu. Her given name is Lingzi.

She was from Shenyang, China, where she attended High School. She then studied international trade at the Beijing Institute of Technology, and statistics at Boston University.

Her family stated that it was her dream to study in the United States and that she had fallen in love with Boston and its people.

Lu Lingzi began her graduate program at Boston University in September of 2012. She had ambitions for a career in finance as an investment bank financial analyst.

Friends describe her as optimistic, outgoing, and really hard-working. She loved

Angels of God, pray for Lu Lingzi

music and cooking. She loved blueberry waffles, dark chocolate and ice cream.

Others describe her as chatty and smart. 

Lu Lingzi is survived by many loving friends and relatives. She will be forever missed. 

God save us from the Lost Ones who stalk the Earth stealing away life. Amen.

God save us from the psychopaths and the freaks. They are killing us, Father. Amen.

Let us pray that Lu Lingzi is in heaven. Let us pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Krystle Campbell - died at the Boston Marathon

Krystle Campbell, age 29, died on April 15, 2013, on a street in Boston, Massachusetts.

She was a victim of the "Marathon Bomber" who killed three innocent bystanders and injured more than 200 others.

Krystle had been watching the Boston Marathon alongside her friend Karen, when the explosion went off, killing her.

She was a native of Medford, Massachusetts but was most recently living in Arlington.

Family members describe Krystle as a hard worker and as bubbly, loving and caring. She had moved in with her grandmother a few years ago to take care of her after surgery. She is also described as a people person.

Krystle was the assistant manager at a steakhouse in Arlington. Co-workers there describe her as someone who could smooth over issues with a smile. The wait staff loved working with her. She would run food for them, clear the tables for them. She wasn't just a figurehead. She enjoyed getting her hands dirty.

Friends stated that Krystle was an incredible woman, always full of energy and hard at

Light a candle for Krystle.
Light her way to Heaven. 

work, but never too tired to share her love and a smile with everyone.

Krystle is survived by many loving friends and relatives including her mother Patty Campbell; her father, William Campbell; her brother Billy and her grandmother, Lillian Campbell.

God save us from the Lost Ones who stalk the Earth stealing away life. Amen.

God save us from the psychopaths and the freaks. They are killing us, Father. Amen.

Let us pray that Krystle is in heaven. Let us pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Martin Richard - a little boy killed at the Boston Marathon

The Richard family - Denise and Bill
holding Henry, Jane and Martin

Martin Richard, age 8, died on April 15, 2013, on a street in Boston, Massachusetts.

He was a victim of the "Marathon Bomber" who killed three innocent bystanders and injured more than 200 others.

Martin was attending the Marathon with his mother Denise, his father Bill, and his 6 year old sister, Jane and his older brother, Henry. Both Denise and Jane were badly injured.

It has been reported that Jane suffered the loss of her leg and that the mother, Denise has suffered brain injuries.

They had gone to get ice cream and had returned to an area near the finish line where one of the bombs detonated.

Martin is described as a vivacious boy who loved to run and climb.

Family friends stated that he had a million-dollar smile and you never knew what he was going to say or ask next.

The Richard family is described as a wonderful family. Denise is a great mother. She is a librarian at a local school. Bill is the director of a local community group, and an avid runner and bicyclist.

Saint Christopher,
pray for Martin and
for his family

Martin is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his parents, Denise and Bill Richard; his brother, Henry; and his sister, Jane.

Pray for the recovery of Denise and Jane. Amen.

Pray without ceasing unto God for an end to the violence in this world against the innocents and the children. Amen.

God save us from the psychopaths and the freaks. They are killing us, Father.

Let us pray that Martin is playing in the fields of heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Farouk Haifa - Store Owner - murdered in San Antonio, Texas

Farouk Haifa

Farouk Haifa, age 52, died on April 15, 2013, at his convenience store in the southwest side of San Antonio, Texas.

He was known as Frank to friends and customers.

Witnesses told police they heard four pops that could have been gun shots and then saw a heavy set man wearing a black hooded shirt come out of the store. Robbery is believed to be the motive for this crime. All of this happened before 7:00 a.m.

It has been reported that the store was robbed a week before this tragedy.

Police are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact Crime Stoppers at 210-224-STOP.

Family members are devastated by the death of Farouk. He will be forever missed and mourned.

Friends and customers describe Farouk as hardworking, well liked and well

Angels of God, pray for Farouk

respected. He is described as patient, generous and caring with his customers.

Farouk had been talking about retiring soon and allowing his sons to continue running the business.

Farouk is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his wife and four children.

Pray for justice for Farouk. 

God save us from the Lost Ones who stalk the Earth stealing away life. Amen.

Pray that Farouk is in heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Lance Stone - Firefighter - Illinois

Lawrence "Lance" Stone, age 37, of West Union, Illinois, died in the line of duty on April 13, 2013, on a highway near Darwin, Illinois.

Lance was a volunteer member of the West Union Fire District. He had several years of service with the department.

Lance had been dispatched to a fire at 8:12 p.m. At 8:51 p.m. Police were dispatched to a single vehicle accident. Lance was ejected from the car he was driving when it left the roadway and rolled over. He was deceased at the scene of the accident.

Fellow firefighters are mourning his loss. Lance is described as devoted to helping others in the community and a man who could be relied upon to have your back in the event of an emergency.

Lance was a graduate of Marshal High School. He was employed by Stone Builders of

Saint Florian, Patron
Saint of Firefighters,
pray for Lance

Marshall, Illinois, and was the owner of River Bend Creation. He loved to fish and hunt.

Lance is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his parents, Thomas and Theresa Stone; his brothers Jeremy Stone and Daniel Stone; his wife, Linda; and his children - Alexandra, Aaron, Hayley, Leslie, Kaylah and his stepdaughter, Brittany.

Pray for all who die in the line of duty.

Pray for all who die while coming to the aid of others. Amen.

Thank you for serving, Lance.

Let us pray that Lance is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Jonathan Robinson, Bryan Jones and Dave Cain - Good Samaritans in Sacramento

Jonathan Robinson, age 32, was stabbed seven times on April 1, 2013, in Sacramento, California. 

Jonathan Robinson

Jonathan came to the aid of others by standing up to bullies who were picking on some teens near his home.  He told the two men to leave the kids alone, when the bullies turned on him and stabbed him in the upper body. 

Jonathan is a Good Samaritan. 

When the stabbing occurred, two other Good Samaritans in turn came to Jonathan's aid.  

Bryan Jones and Dave Cain provided first aid and put pressure on his bleeding wounds. 

Bryan Jones and Dave Cain are Good Samaritans. 

Jonathan was raised in Gridley, California and had only recently moved to Sacramento. 

Jonathan was in a medically induced coma at University of California Davis Medical Center for two weeks and on life support.  He only recently came out of the coma and is recovering. 

He doesn’t have insurance to cover the medical costs which are climbing higher each day. He will have to undergo rehabilitation before he is released from the hospital.

The Good Samaritan
comes to the aid
of others, selflessly.

If you wish to contribute please look up The Rock of Roseville Church on the Internet.  They are handling contributions to Jonathan's medical bills. 

The suspects who stabbed Jonathan have been caught and charged.

Jonathan Robinson doesn't regret his decision to help despite the outcome.

Jonathan's parents, Tina and John, met with Bryan Jones and Dave Cain to thank them for coming to the aid of their son.

God bless Jonathan Robinson, Bryan Jones and Dave Cain.  We need more men like them who come to the aid of strangers.  Amen. 

Peggy Sylvester - Law Enforcement - Louisiana

Assistant Warden Peggy Sylvester, age 50, died in the line of duty on April 14, 2013, on a highway in Louisiana.

Peggy was a member of the Opelousas Police Department, Louisiana. She had 3 years of service with that Department. Previously she had served with the Eunice Police Department for one year and St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office for 10 years.

Peggy was in a department vehicle heading to work at about 4:45 a.m. and was attempting to pass another vehicle during a period of rain when her vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. She was not wearing a seatbelt at the time. She suffered fatal injuries.

Peggy served as a jailer with the Department, responsible for booking inmates, ensuring they were fed and many other related duties.

Police Officials stated that Peggy was firm and committed to what her responsibilities were and that was being around inmates and making sure that they knew she was the boss.

It was also stated that although she was small in stature she was well respected by

Saint Michael, Archangel,
Patron Saint of the Police,
pray for Peggy

her peers and the inmates she monitored.

Peggy is survived by many loving friends and relatives including her parents, Clara and Peter Pickens; her son Richard Sanders; her daughters, Amber Sylvester and Rochelle Sanders; and her fiancé Sgt. Rodney May, also of the Opelousas Police Department.

Pray for all who die in the line of duty.

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and gone the next. Amen.

Thank you for serving, Peggy.

Let us pray that Peggy is in heaven. Let us pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.