Memorial to Our Daughter
Courtney Marie Wafstet was born in February 13, 1984.
She died suddenly and unexpectantly at home on the morning of September 14, 2000
Link to Newspaper Articles about Her Death
This was Courtney's SigLine on her e-mails:
In perfect love in perfect trust
A lover of nature andeverything in it,
blue eyes you can drown in,
hair that is always changing colors,
a face you feel you should never look at
because of it's great beauty,
one that has enough care and love to share
with the whole world.
Her funeral was held on September 19, 2000 at Edmonds Church of God
Link to Her Funeral Service
She was buried at Dungeness Cemetery in Sequim on September 20th
We Lay Our Daughter to Rest
Visit Courtney at the Virtual Cemetery
The cross Tim and I made for Courtney's grave while we waited for her headstone to be made.
A memorial service was held that night at Family Life Center.
FOR COURTNEY
Her star burned bright
For family and friends,
A future full of promise and years.
How could we know
Her time was so short
Leaving only emptiness and tears.
One moment a child
To be cuddled and held,
The next, a young woman so strong.
It's hard to believe she has left us behind.
It's hard to believe she is gone.
Her star burns bright
For all to see,
A beacon a guiding light.
For she shines down
From the heavens above
And everything will be all right.
Dale Fukura (Auntie Dale, Cindi's Sister)
September 14, 2000
Courtney Marie Wafstet
C - is for the way she Cared for us all
O - is for her Overwhelming Optimistic view of life
U - were lucky to be her friend
R - is for the Reverence she had for her family
T - is for the many Talents she possessed
N - you Never knew what she might do next
E- is for the incredible Empathy she had for others
Y - is the question we will forever ask
Courtney:
Forever in our Memories
Forever with a Smile
Steve and Carla Dean
(Courtney's Uncle and Aunt, Cindi's brother and sister-in-law)
September 14, 2000
We know that Courtney's spirit is with us. I feel her presence constantly.
But one thing happened the really has convinced me.
One of Courtney's friends, Laura, brought a bouquet of beautiful lavender roses, closed tightly in little buds.
Later that night, Alexis and I were talking when suddenly we stopped and looked over at the roses.
Right before our eyes, one of the buds opened to a full rose.
We were stunned! I suddenly felt calm and warm, like Courtney's arms were wrapped around me.
Other Memorials to Courtney
Courtney's Angel Altar
Tribute from Ice and Silver_Angelwitch
Tribute from Forever Our Angels
Grieving Parents
We set up a college scholarship fund in Courtney's name. To date, we have awarded 12 seniors at
Kamiak High school in Mukilteo with money to attend the college of their choice from the Courtney
Marie Wafstet Scholarship Fund.
In August of 2001, we celebrated "The Life of an Angel", bringing family and friends together in
a memorial for Courtney. We had a three day event starting with dinner at the 3 Crabs Restaurant,
which is near the cemetery where Courtney is buried. After dinner, many of us gathered at the beach
for a small candlelighting circle. On Saturday, many more joined us for a picnic at Diamond Point
beach. Sunday, we had a special 'farwell' service at the cemetery, with prayers, songs and a release
of purple balloons.
September 14, 2001, one year later. We were suffering from double grief... the anniversary of Courtney's
death, and the attack on America by terrorists just three days before. We chose to have a quiet time of
memories and reflection on Courtney's Heaven Date.
One Year Later
Back home in Lynnwood, our neighbors recognized all of the people who lost their lives on 9/11 with
a "Wall of Tears"; of quiet candlelight. A candle was lit in Courtney's memory as well.
Wall of Tears
Rosemary of "Designs by Rosemary" , designed a pin in Courtney's
memory, called "Courtney"
"Courtney was a dancer; ballet, lyrical, hip hop, and tap. She loved anything Egyptian, in fact her e-mail name was "CleoShia"
which came from Cleopatra and Shia, the Goddess of the fates."
"This little angel is about 1 1/2 inches tall and is adorned with an Egyptian pyramid, ballet shoes, a butterfly, a star, and a halo with rainbow arc,
all having a special meaning to Courtney and her family. The angel also has a big gold heart engraved, "Courtney".
This angel pin, as well as others, can be purchased from Rosemary...
We are trying to just go one step at a time, one day at a time.
We still miss Courtney more than words can ever say.
Thank You!
When Tomorrow Starts Without Me
A Prayer from God's Angel
Angels of Heart to Heart
Angel's With Wings of Gold
I have created a new e-mail list for discussion about death, grief, and loss...
I invite you join us and share your feelings:
Click to join LifeAndDeath
Courtney was my daughter, my baby, my friend, and my angel. I miss her very much......
Go with God, BabyKins! Blessed Be!
Courtney's Personal Webpage
Our Family Webpage
Thank you, Marie, for this award..
Webmaster: Cindi Wafstet
Last updated: October 6, 2005