TRIBUTES OF LOVE

I am richer
for having known you.
The world called memory
is brighter
by your presence.
Oh some will say
you are gone
but I know--
know
that you, my friend,
are as close as ever.

--Thomas Gunn

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The "why" question we feel so much when the life of one of our children is taken so early in our time line. The pain we feel as parents, family and friends, who are trying to go on when left behind, can only be softened by the knowledge of our loved one being in a place where they can fully understand what we all believe in during our faith journey. PEACE. I picture Claire with a smile on her spirit as she saw heaven's doors open and the joy she felt as she entered heaven's gates. What a glorious time that must be for a soul who long believed in her Father, Son and Holy Ghost.  

Claire, all of us will support John, Sara, and Ariel as true Christians do, to try to go on and continue to share the love of God our Father, and of Christ our Savior, so that we too may continue to TEACH the most important lesson of all. Jesus, please hug and kiss our sweet babies in heaven for in Faith, Hope and Love we miss them.

Reenie Pegram (who announced her 21st Birthday on the Albertson's intercom)
     

Ms.Reynolds was our math teacher. She would always brighten up your day when she shook your hand or gave you that beautiful smile of hers. She was truly my favorite teacher. We really miss her. The lord must have bigger plans for her upstairs.

We miss you,
Jackson M.S. 2002-2003 Voyager Team


Ms. Claire Reynolds
Truly an Angel on Earth

Although I too did not have the privilege of knowing Claire, her pictures tell a story of a bright, charming, and lovable daughter.  Her genuine personality comes through with a smile that touched the hearts of many, her actions and faith in God will continue to live in those lives she touched. The world has lost someone very special. 
 With love & sympathy, 
Judy Lacy

Although I did not have the privilege of knowing Claire personally, seeing her pictures and hearing the many wonderful stories told of her at her service have convinced me that she was a remarkable child of God.  I know that her love and inspiration and influence will continue to live and make the world a better place. 
Love and prayers,
--Cathye Moon

"No good thing is ever lost.  Nothing dies, not even life which gives up one form to resume another.  No good action, no good example dies.  It lives forever in our race.  While the frame molders and disappears, the deed leaves an indelible stamp, and moulds the very thought and will of future generations."  --Samuel Smiles

I know that she's looking down on us right now saying, "Don't be sad, I'm OK." She's just always had a positive outlook.  She always said things happen for a reason.  [Claire] was an incredible listener.  She invested in others and spread herself around to so many people, but she always made everyone feel like they were the most important.
--Eve Nelson, Claire's roommate
(taken from the Times tribute by Julie Schlabs)

She was always my best friend.  Sometimes she was all I had.  She was beautiful.  She had an inner glow.  She just radiated.
--Ariel Reynolds, sister
(taken from the Times tribute by Julie Schlabs)

Claire was an adventurous spirit.  She conquered less traveled nooks of Yellowstone National Park and studied in Australia, where she surfed, skied and skydived.  I don't know that she ever knew fear.  She had not one ounce of reluctance.  That courage extended to her spiritual life.  Being a preacher's kid isn't always easy, but many knew Claire as a comfortable, conversant sounding board for convictions.  She led a Bible study at her San Antonio church.  Even after her death, Claire is still educating.
--Carl Rohlfs, longtime family friend
(taken from the Times tribute by Julie Schlabs)