Guestbook
The following entries are from the guestbook from Colleen's obituary on WashingtonPost.com. If you'd like to see the original guestbook, you can see Page 1, Page 2 and Page 3. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the originals.December 20, 2006
We are very saddened to hear of Colleeen's passing. You all will be in our hearts and prayers.
Bill and Gwen Grant (Liverpool, NY)
December 14, 2006
I am saddened to hear about Colleen's passing. As collegues we always swapped stories and shared laughter. She was lots of fun to be around, a great spirit. My heart goes out to her family.
Lisa Seligson (Germantown, MD)
December 12, 2006
Colleen was always a kind-hearted, gentle soul. Her family and friends will always remember her living her life with energy and zest. I will miss her and her smile. My deepest sympathies to Mike, Ian, and Cole.
Heather Silversmith (Plantation, FL)
December 6, 2006
Mike, Ian and Cole, We are so sorry for your loss. Colleen was a special person. She was always nice to us. She is now in Heaven. We will keep you in our prayers. Sincerely, Ann & Jim
Ann and Jim Von Bargen (Olney, MD)
December 6, 2006
Sometime ago, after the passing of another dear friend, I was inspired to write...what came out were lyrics to a song that I think may express the feelings that many of us share. "To soon, to young. More time, we needed. These tears are from us all because we'll miss you." Colleen was the perfect compliment to my friend Michael and I feel blessed to have known her...even for just a short while.
Chris Campbell (Bunker Hill, WV)
December 5, 2006
Wife, mother, daughter and friend. Colleen did these all with love, compassion, style and grace. May she rest in peace. "And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." -- Matthew 28:20
Joe and Melissa Polk (Pittsburgh, PA)
December 4, 2006
Colleen was a wonderful colleague at Glenallan and we will miss her.
Christy Welsh (Rockville, MD)
December 4, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John & Kathleen Newell (Millersville, MD)
December 4, 2006
I am sorry for your loss. All of you are in my prayers.
Cindy Flatter (Frederick, MD )
December 3, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Colleen was a very special person and she will truly be missed.
Ron and Stevie Scales (Milton, DE)
December 3, 2006
Michael:
Please know that you and the boys will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. We hope to see you soon.
Rich & Jill Gandour (Blacksburg, VA)
December 2, 2006
To our beloved Colleen, We love you and will miss you forever. Love, Mom and Dad
Rich and Jeanne Steffan (Rockville, MD )
December 2, 2006
I am so sorry for the loss your family has suffered.
Grace Ferraro (Frederick, MD)
December 1, 2006
Colleen was loved by so many. Our sympathy and prayers are with you at this time of loss. May you find comfort through the love and support of family and friends.
Pam and John Clay (Damascus, MD)
December 1, 2006
Colleen, You were like my third daughter. You always brought cheer and laughter when you visited us, especially every Christmas morning. Our thoughts and prayers are with Michael, the boys, and your family. You will be dearly missed.
Leta and Rudy Falle (Rockville, MD)
December 1, 2006
Mike, You are truly in our thoughts and prayers. Your guardian angel will be close forever!!! We love you...
Peggy Gaughan (Pittsburgh, PA)
December 1, 2006
We are so sorry to hear about Colleen. She will live forever in our hearts. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if you need anything.
Tim & Bridget Holt (Olney, MD)
December 1, 2006
Michael, Although we have never met, we are friends of your parents. We were saddened to hear the news and we are thinking of you and the boys at this time of loss. We know that you will be comforted and supported with the help and love of friends and your wonderful family.
David and Cindy Soffrin (Gaithersburg, MD)
December 1, 2006
Colleen will be very missed -- she has had a great impact on many lives. God bless you and your family.
Angie Kelley (Charlotte, NC)
December 1, 2006
My deepest sympathy for your tremendous loss. May you find comfort in knowing she touched so many lives.
Traci Klotz Cadle (Brunswick, MD)
November 30, 200
Mike, Expressing our sympathy seems like such a small act compared to the awesome challenge you have ahead of you. You are a rock! You and your boys will have a bond that is so strong. Colleen will live forever in their actions and in their personalities. Colleen will always be in our hearts as a sweet loving wife and mother. We love you guys!
Jim & Mona Lampe (Herndon, VA)
November 30, 2006
We all loved Colleen very much, and she will be deeply missed by many. She brought us laughter and was a joy to be around. Even through the most difficult time of her sickness, she still continued to have faith and courage and remain positive. She is truly amazing.
Sandy & Matt McDarby (Gaithersburg, MD)
November 30, 2006
Colleen was a phenomenal person with such a love of life, family, and friends. She will be missed a ton and remembered forever.
Brie Charles
November 30, 2006
Our sympathy and prayers are with you. Colleen was a very good friend, so generous and kind. I will miss her more than words can say.
Shannon Labarta (Olney, MD)
November 30, 2006
Michael & sons, Marylou & Michael and Colleen's family: Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Colleen was a remarkable woman, as you all know, and can now rest from the magnitude of her illness to find peace. We pray for you to continue on for her sake for having been blessed in knowing her.
Waring & Pam Justis (Baltimore, MD)
November 30, 2006
Mike, Jeanne, Richard and family, Please know that Garland and I hold you in our thoughts and prayers. Colleen is well and whole once again, and we believe that we can all take hope and comfort in that truth. May her memory supply you with all you need to get through these difficult days.
Claudia and Garland Lowe (Southport, NC)
November 30, 2006
You left such an impact on so many lives. Your attitude and courage was extraordinary. You will be missed terrible.
Jim and Dorlene Harper (Olney, MD)
November 29, 2006
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty, Jim, Donna Myford (Grove City, PA)
