Lisa, it was great seeing you the other day. Keep the Raspberry’s coming. Love Chuck
Lisa, thanks for the time you gave to us the other day. It was a pleasure to spend time with you. We can see just how much you have progressed and hope and pray you have a full recovery soon. You have raised our spirits and have given us new hope with Jason and his efforts on recovery. Thanks again for an afternoon well spent. Love Rob and Joanne Hamilton
Peter and Diane, you don't have to thank me. I am your sister and I love you. It was such a helpless feeling when I saw you in Roanoke in late August. I am overwhelmed with joy at how far everyone has progressed. Although I don't live nearby, you are all in my thoughts every day and I wish I could do more. Please know that I am here for you if you need my help. Love, Gillian
Cowdery's - You thank you note was so nice. You are all so welcome. I think probably all wish they could do more for you. Most probably all feel helpless as to what can be done for you and all are helping any way they can. Wish we could take your pain away and do it for you. Unfortunately we can't, your healing comes from within yourselves, you guys are all so strong and have progressed so far. You've got such a loving family and alot of caring friends/community. It's so nice to see others helping in a time of need and that people on a whole really do care. Keep up the great work that you have been doing. We wish you all the Best! You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Dear Peter, Diane, David and Lisa, We are so happy that you are all doing so much better! It was great to see Diane and David at the pig roast! (Sorry we missed you Peter!) But I was impressed to see how much you had improved since the first time I saw you. Keep up the good work and remember we are here for you. God Bless, The Hantzis Family
Peter, Diane, David and Lisa- Just saying Hi! and letting you all know that we are thinking of you! You are such an amazing family! The whole community is so PROUD of your progress! Stay STRONG for each other, and always believe "there are angels among us" Lisa~ Jeremy has waited for the day he could speak to you on the phone~thank you for making his day yesterday! Jim, Kim and Nick Kolb
Hi every one. This is Lisa, thank you all for every thing. In home just today. I hope to see every one that I really like soon. Love Lisa Cowdery
I live in Roanoke,VA and have family in Henrietta, NY. Double connection! I have been praying for you all daily during these many months. Thanks so much for the web site. A friend, Alice.
Lisa: Your phone call to me tonight has made me so happy! I will have such a wonderful week because of you. I could feel your smile over the distance. I am so proud of you. I know God's angels are watching over you and will never leave you. I miss you a lot and LOVE you more than words can ever express. You are a part of me and I will never let go. Hugs and Kisses....Aunt Laurie
Lisa, I am sooooo proud of you. I also was thrilled and suprised by your phone call. Hope you had a great weekend at home and we all look forward to the next one. Keep working hard so you can come home permanently. We LOVE YOU, and miss you. I will always be here for whatever you need. Love Aunt Marianne
Dear Diane,Peter,Lisa & David: What a wonderful experience it was for me to volunteer at the pigroast and then bring my family to the pancake breakfast. It was such a blessing to see the community come together for such a great cause. You guys are so blessed with the support from your family, friends, neighbors, etc. Keep up the great progress you are all making. The prayers are still being said for all of you. God Bless all of you. Hang tough and keep up the great work......God Bless Kathy DiFulvio
PLEASE PRAY FOR LISA !!!!
Lisa, het hunnie!!! I'm so glad that I was able to come to your house and visit you all weekend!! You are getting better everyday! I still miss you but your funny laugh makes me smile every time I hear it! I can't wait to see you again because it makes me so happy to see your beautiful face! I pray for you EVERYDAY and I know that it's working. Pretty soon, I know that you will be back at home and coming to school. I LOVE YOU MORE!!! love ALWAYS, Missy LaSalle
Hey David. it really good to hear that you are doing really good and that you are walking on yur own. I now how you feel. my mom and sister just got into a car accident in May. My mom could not walk for three months. So I know how you feel. Well I hope to see you real soon in school. Miss ya! Alicia Gullo
There are Angels in the Outfield! This is the year for the Angels. Lisa you are the best and you have a great team providing you with love and support! Keep giving 110%- you're the best player on the team! Love and Prayers, Mary DiPonzio
Lisa- i'm so glad i got to see you and i hope that i can visit you again really soon.I miss you a ton!Get betta cutie!-kim mangos
Lisa, It is so great to see your beautiful face! You are doing so well. Keep going down to Josh's room and give him a hard time for me. He does not get out of bed enough! Your smile lights up a room! See ya tonight and I cant wait to see your pictures! Tracey DeMersman
Hey Lisa, October 30 It was so good seeing you last Saturday and on Wednesday. Nice job on walking today (Wednesday)!! What a great accomplishment. Keep it up!! Lots of Hugs and kisses to you. See you soon... ... Amanda PS: Happy Halloween! :)
Cowdery's - I will be sad to see this website close, but I realize that this is good news for all of you. You have made great accomplishments in the last 2 months, you should all be proud of yourselves, especially you Lisa as it seems you have the longest journey. God Bless you all and keep up the progress in your healing. Continue to support each other, as you still have a road ahead of you to travel. I wish you all the best. Lots of Love - Terry
Please be sure to continue to visit Jason Hamilton's Web site http://www.angelfire.com/stars4/jasonhamilton/ Jason was in a terrible car accident back in July and he continues to fight his injuries. Please pray for Jason and for his progession to continue and please pray for the day he can come home. Thank-you. http://www.angelfire.com/stars4/jasonhamilton/
To all the Cowderys - I have followed your progress on this web site from the beginning. It was so sad to see what had happened to one of "our" families. Now it is great news that you have put that behind you and are going forward and healing more and more every day. I remember David and Lisa from the day they were registared for school at Sherman. That cute little red head that used to come into the office! Before you know it both of you will be back to school with your friends. God Bless! Mrs. Winters
Cowdery's- GREAT JOB, you all are making wonderful progress. Keep up the great work. My thoughts are with you through this process. I wish I could be there to help.....but you do have plenty of help around town. Great job everyone. love Bill ps Im proud of you Lisa pss- David, ive been working on my madden 2003 skills, and ping pong skills daily, i cant wait to battle you!!!!
I just wanted to add how much I have always enjoyed both Lisa and David when I worked with them at RHSACCP. I will always remember Lisa's beautiful smile and how much she was always there to help me if I needed her. She may not have realized how much this meant to me. David was always alot of fun to have around always making me think of another activity just to keep him and Jacob from getting into trouble. Diane you have always been someone I enjoy talking to as were your parents. Although I only had an occasional passing with Peter, I enjoyed our conversations and am glad to get the opportunity to meet your parents. Our family wishes your entire family the best and continue to look forward to seeing you all together real soon! Anne Jonathan
Hello Cowdery's - I am sad to learn that that website will be shutting down, but I am very happy because it means that you are making great progress!! You have all come a long way in the last 2 months. My best to all of you and your families. Debbie Thomas - WW Purchasing
Peter, Diane, Lisa and David, Our family has been following your progress through this website from the time of the accident. You all have made such great strides! Continue to keep up the good work and you will all be back to your normal activities shortly. Lisa, keep up the good work. Jennifer has enjoyed her visits with you the past couple of days. We will continue to say a special prayer for all of you! Love, The DeLone's (Theresa, Jerry, Jennifer, Danny and Nathan) PS: To the family members who have been maintaining this website, THANKS!
I have been following your website continuously even though I don't know any of you personally. I work in Human Resources and help to support WW Purchasing. Someone forwarded an update to me, and since then, I just want you to know I have raised you all up in prayer to the Lord as often as I think of you. Especially Lisa has a place in my heart. I have children too, and I really feel for you all. God bless you everyday, and don't ever stop praising our wonderful God for what HE has done. From: Marcia Goodberlet
Peter, Diane, Lisa and David, What wonderful news that Lisa will be coming home again this weekend!!!! Visiting this web site has become a daily ritual in our home. It has been great to be able to follow the progress of your whole family. I'm sure that you truly believe there are "Angels Among Us." (We do!!!!)God Bless you all. Love, Dan,Karen,Geoff and Kevin O'Connor
Cowdery's - I'm so glad you are all getting better. You have made tremendous progress over the last 2 months. You remain in my thoughts and prayers daily. Still saying an extra prayer for Lisa. I wish you all the best. Remain strong & keep fighting. Lots of love - Terry Desens & Family
Diane, Peter, Lisa and David, I am sad that the web site is closing, it has become one of my daily activities! It means everything is going well for you though, and that is what is important. You have taught us all, how important family, and friends are. Keep up the great work on all of your healing, and therapy. Lisa you keep working hard, and David, best of luck with your up coming surgery! Be strong. The Bailey's, Lisa,Jim, Jeff and Chris
We are so glad you all are healing so well! Know that we are now and will continue to be here for all of you. Always...Ken, Holly, Andrew, Kailee, and Eric
It's so great to know that you are all recovering and the ending of this website is because of your great progress!!! My heart goes out to all of you. Good luck. And I'll still remember all of you in my thoughts and prayers often. Best Wishes. Kathy Warner and Randy Depew.
Diane Just want you to know I have been praying for you and your family. I will miss the site; it was like talking directly to you. You'll remain in my prayers; I know what kind of havoc an accident puts on your body and your mind. Best of Luck. Connie Manfreda
Dear Peter, Diane, Lisa and David, It was so great to see you(Diane and David) at the pig roast. You look terrific and I'm so happy for your continuing progress. I am sorry to hear the web site is coming to an end though. It's been a weekday ritual to check and see how you are all doing. Let the withdrawal begin!!(Just kidding!) I am so glad to have had this opportunity to keep tabs on your recovery. Keep up the good work on healing and keep faith. We'll still be sending you our good thoughts and prayers, extra ones for Lisa. God Bless you all. Love, Bonnie, Doug and Carla Keller. P.S. More sauce is on the way!
Lisa- I am overjoyed to hear of your progress and honored to call you my friend. We can't wait for you to return to school - we look forward not only to the return of our classmate, we look forward to the return of our friend. Here's to a quick recovery and continued progress - Eric Wilusz
Lisa and David: You have two awesome Aunts: Aunt Laurie and Aunt Marianne they will always be there for you with their love and support. Look to them for strength and love-they are your biggest fans. And of course- on their team is Uncle Steve and Uncle Chuck. And on the bench too is Grandma and Grandpa Compton! You have a great network of family- you will never be alone! Love and Prayers, Mary DiPonzio
To my friend Diane- You are unbelievable- I cannot imagine what you are going through but when I see you I am so proud of you and the progress you are making both with yourself and your support for Lisa, David and Peter. You are my Hero! Like at work, you have shown that you will not give up and you will give 110%. You also have sooooo much love and support from your awesome family, your community, co-workers and all your friends. I am fortunate to know you and have you as a friend. I am also glad that I have met your family and have added them to my list. You keep plugging along my friend- and know that I am here for you whenever you need something. Love and Prayers, Mary DiPonzio
Chuck and Marianne: Thank you for setting up the website and for your daily updates, etc. You are awesome- Laurie and Steve: Your moving to Rochester is a true sign of your dedication and love for family. All of you should be proud of what you have done and what you are doing for Diane, Peter, David and Lisa. Remember... holler if you need anything! You are all wonderful... Love and Prayers.. Mary DiPonzio
To my first boss: Mr. Compton and to Mrs. Compton: Actually, you were Diane's first boss too but, I got paid!! Parents have a hidden strength that shows up when their children need them. Your love and support are what family is all about. Diane, Peter, Lisa and David are very fortunate to have you two as part of their healing process. Love and Prayers, Mary DiPonzio
Ok- I'm done!!! Cinderella.......
The Power Of Prayer; There were many happenings related to prayer that the family would like to share with all who have been so faithful and supportive.First a lighter side. The first week in the(ICU)Intensive Care Unit,in Roanoke was critical.The family requested the presence of a priest.Father Tom Mattingly promptly responded and led the family in prayer at each bedside.The last visit was to Peter who was in a deep sleep.With the Priests hand on Peters head and leading the family in prayer Peter suddenly awoke and with a startled look asked, Did something happen I don't know of. Where am I? Father Tom answered, I can assure you that you are not in Hell, at which we all laughed and realized that was our first humerous moment since the accident. David was in Coma for over a week. His attending nurse said a prayer for him every time she entered his room. One afternoon while in the room she heard this voice say, I want my mom. David had come out of Coma.After coming out of Coma the following week Diane was placed in the room with David. She tried desperately to communicate. With a pad and pencil she wrote one note repeatedly but we were unable to decipher it. Her hearing impaired sister visited and by finger spelling asked Diane what she was writing. Diane was able to respond somewhat by finger spelling, asking where Lisa was,and was she OK. Our prayers were answered as we then knew her thinking process was intact. Lisa was in critical condition for some time. Family was allowed visiting rights around the clock. One early AM on entering the ICU we found the nurses and staff out side Lisas room. Some were in tears and some were praying. We were advised that Lisa was at her lowest point. A new antibiotic recently developed for the severe infection she had was given to her and she pulled thru. Lisa tho stable continued in Coma. Near the end of her third week she began to open her eyes but only for a brief moment. A few days later her grandfather while at her bedside praying the Rosary, the early morning sunlight entered the room through an opening of the drapery closed window. On looking up he saw that Lisa had turned her head and with both eyes opened was staring at him between the bed railing. She was out of Coma. The family received pledges of prayer from seven denominations and as far away as California and Texas. One moving letter offering support was from someone who professed to being an Athiest.One special letter was from a very young girl who sent her letter addressed to the Tooth Fairy. The letter along with her tooth was in a plastic baggie. In the letter, she printed that her wish was for her sisters friends that were hurt would be OK. She did get an answer from the Tooth fairy we hear. Miracles do happen. The first person to reach the accident was a West Va. State Trooper returning from vacation. Within fifteen minutes we were told he had emergency help at the scene. With out that and the prompt evacuation of the injured by Helicopter to the Roanoke Trauma Center near 200 miles away we were told they may not have survived. We have heard from several travelers who were at the scene of the accident that many who had offered help stood by and prayed through-out the rescue. As we were reminded time after time, KEEP PRAYING DON"T EVER GIVE UP.
I'm so sorry to hear the wesite is ending, the daily checks on the family will be missed. But this means the family is on its way to a full recovery and you can't beat that! Thank you to all that have made this web site available. I've had alot tears shed and plenty of smiles as well. You have done a wonderful thing! Thank You and we will keep praying!
The web site has been wonderful for being able to always have accurate information at our fingertips. The family has done a wonderful job!!!!!! Everyone will still remain in our thoughts and prayers as this community will remain "Among the Angels". HAPPY THANKSGIVING.......who could ask for much more. God Bless You!!!!
We are so very thankful for this wonderful website!!! You will never know how it has helped your friends and neighbors emotionally when we knew there was nothing we could do but pray. We now know that all of our prayers were answered. Best wishes to every one of you and hope to see you soon. I hope the lines of communication will stay open so we will know when we can visit you at home. You are truly angels and such a inspiration to us all. I cry tears of happiness knowing that you will all be well soon. God Bless you! Love the Huttons
Cowdery's- I'm so happy at how much you've improved and Lisa, I cant wait to visit you again and see your smile and wonderful laugh. -David V
Cowdery's like everyone else we are sad to see the website ending but that means you all are on the road to recovery. And that is the best news we all prayed for each and everyday and will also continue too!
I am the brother of another person who left comments here. I don't know any of the Cowderys but would like to wish them well. I am sorry to see this website go. Keith Wilusz
Lisa: WOW! What a terrific weekend I had with you. Keep up the good work. You are an inspiration to all. I have been with you since the beginning and will continue to be with you forever. I hold you close to my heart and will LOVE you always! Remember: Angels Whisper....I LOVE YOU! Hugs and Kisses...Aunt Laurie
David: How far you have come in such a short amount of time. From the very beginning you have been strong and determined. You have been through a lot for such a young age (the chicken incident, the marshmallow incident and the car accident). I know you will always be there for Lisa and with your strength and brothery love she will make it. David, you truely are my HERO! Stay strong. I LOVE you. Hugs and Kisses...Aunt Laurie
Diane: To my sister: As I sit here and review what has happened over the past 2 1/2 months I go through many emotions. From almost losing you to having you back brings tears to my eyes and breaks my heart. But today, seeing how far you have all come my heart is mending and the tears are drying. You know I will do anything for you and your family. I will be there for you always. You stay strong and lean on me when you need to. You are a GREAT mother and your kids are reflected in that. Go for the rainbow. I LOVE YOU! Hugs and Kisses....Laurie
Dear Cowdery Family, As your web site nears a close, may it only be the beginning of many, many memories left to be made by each of you. You have been an inspiration to all that have visited this site since day one. God Bless you all as you continue to recover. Stay stong for each other and remember that there truly are "Angels among us".
Dear Cowdery Family, As your web site nears a close, may it only be the beginning of many, many memories left to be made by each of you. You have been an inspiration to all that have visited this site since day one. God Bless you all as you continue to recover. Stay strong for each other and remember that there truly are "Angels among us".
Peter,Diane,David,Lisa,Steve,Laurie,Chuck, Marianne,Katie,Jake, Mr.& Mrs.Compton and Mr.& Mrs. Cowdery: you are ALL truly an inspiration to all of us! Your love and undying support for each other has never waivered. Our prayers have been heard! Every day will bring more healing to all of you. We are honored to call you our friends! Thank you for sharing your family with us and letting Jeremy be a part of Lisa's life; we truly hope his love, great strength and encouragement will aid Lisa in her determination for a wonderful lasting recovery. Bless you All! Jim and Kim Kolb
Diane, Peter, Lisa & David - God Bless all of you! You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so glad you are all recovering so well. You are very fortunate to have such a loving, caring family, group of friends and community. I wish you all the best and a speedy recovery. I really appreciate being able to check this website daily and see how everyone is doing, thank you to your family for putting this up and updating it daily. It's been great. Your family is truly made up of alot of angels. Take Care. Lots of Love -Terry Desens & Family.
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