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Name: Alicia Standerfer - Tara's sister
Location: Chillicothe, OH |
Comments:
Wow, what a year it has been. The sentencing of Stephen Grant, Tara's murderer was a little over a week ago and yet it still seems like yesterday when I heard the news that Tara was missing. I feel as though a weight has been lifted with the sentence that was handed down - 50 to 80 years. Finally, justice was served and Tara's light will continue to shine in the darkness that consumed this past year. As Tara's voice, I have discovered my calling in life. Tara's death will serve to help others suffering from their own domestic violence situation and maybe, just maybe with education and support those in these types of situations will have the strength and courage to leave. As I have said so many times, if this can happen to Tara, it can happen to anyone. As I have reflect this past week on all of the events of this past year, I am numb. Not really believing all that I know to well to be true. Tara's life may have ended abruptly and without reason one year ago, but I believe there was a reason, only known by God. Of course my earthly mind tells me that Tara's death will ultimately help others. This I truly believe and that is why I will continue to advocate for domestic violence and be Tara's voice, all with the hope that one day this disease will no longer exist!
I just finished watching tonight's airing of Tara's story on Dateline. What an unbelievable recount of what we and really all those that followed Tara's story endured over the last year. There is not a day that goes by that I do not think about Tara and wish with all my heart that I could hear her voice again or see her face. I am not sure I could have made it through this past year without the support and prayers of all of you. Each person who leaves a message on Tara's website helps me in a way that is difficult to put into words. I feel as though all of you have helped me grief the loss of Tara and in doing so, she is still alive to me. Her spirit and story has touched so many people near and far that she will always be with me. Maybe not in the flesh anymore, but in spirit for sure. Thank you again to all of you. You have been there every step of the way and it has made this journey a little bit easier to endure.
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Posted on: 2/8/2008 |
Name: Mary Destrampe - Tara's Mom
Location Ohio |
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I want to thank everyone for their prayers during this very difficult time. I just watched the remembrance video of Tara and with tears I want to thank you for such a tribute to my beautiful daughter. I can't express how touched I was and have been by everyones thoughts and prayers for our family. These prayers have taken us through a full year of sorrow and without them I am not sure we could have indured so much. God Bless you all. Please continue to keep us in your prayers.
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Posted on: 11/10/2008 at 6:55:48 PM |
Name: Kristy
Location Westland, Michigan |
Comments:
I just want to say thank you so much for speaking out on domestic violence, the moment I heard about this tragedy I watched and prayed day in and day out for the children and the family. Not only did I pray for you all day in and out(and still am), but it opened my eyes to my relationship with my NOW EX husband. Thanks to you speaking out I have gotten out of a relationship that was not only dangerous to myself but also to my children. And I cannot thank you enough.
I will continue to pray for you and your family on a daily basis.
God bless you all
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Posted on: 10/28/2008 at 11:15:22 PM |
Name: Judy
Location Missouri |
Comments:
I just read Tara's story I am sorry for your loss, I lost my daughter and granddaughter 5 years ago so I know the pain of losing a child. My granddaughter was taken by SIDS, my daughter was killed in a car accident 6 months later.
Peace be with you. ~hugs~ Judy Sisk
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Posted on: 10/23/2008 at 5:22:54 PM |
Name: Judy Wilcox
Location Orlando, Florida, USA |
Comments:
Hello. I came across Tara's story while researching homicide cases for a paper I am writing for a criminology class I am taking. I was so touched and saddened by this story and my heart goes out to her family - and especially to her beautiful children. However, they won't ever have to wonder what their mother was like. I know that you will keep her alive in their minds and hearts every day. May God grant peace to all of you.
Judy Wilcox
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Posted on: 10/20/2008 at 9:13:28 AM |
Name: Jennifer Hill
Location Detroit, MI |
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Alicia you and your family have my blessings and prayers. I could not imagine ever loosing my big sister, especially to domestic violence. I do realize it can happen to anyone. I am inspired by you and your family for having so much strength. When i heard about Tara's story, it touched my heart and life so much. I believe she was a wonderful person and may her soul rest in peace. May God give the system strength to see the children belong with their new parents, and should never be tormented by their past. Rest in Peace Tara.
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Posted on: 9/30/2008 at 5:02:48 PM |
Name: Rick Murray
Location Boise, Idaho |
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Alicia, Mary and Dusty! My condolences to your family... I learned about Tara's death on the news and my heart sank. However, I knew that if any family could pull through something like this, it would be your family. It's been along time since the days at K.I. Sawyer, but you definately played a role in my life and I'm forever grateful. You are a very special family and deserve nothing but total happiness! Take care and best of luck to you. Ricky L. Murray
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Posted on: 9/19/2008 at 10:40:10 AM |
Name: Kimberly
Location Grand Rapids, Michigan |
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Our thoughts and prayers will forever go out to your family and to Tara's children! I watched the tribute that was sone and I too sat in tears and remembered the abuse I endured with my ex husband and I was one of the lucky ones who got away!!! My God wrap his arms around your family and embrace all of you!!! God Bless!!!!
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Posted on: 9/3/2008 at 12:40:32 PM |
Name: Wind
Location UP |
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Good luck in court tomorrow. Keep fighting for L and I! Many prayers!
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Posted on: 8/30/2008 at 1:33:09 AM |
Name: Janet
Location Michigan |
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Because of you speaking out. I would of never got help and got a PPO against my ex.It took many years for my divorce to become finalized but It finally happened. I was in a very controlled relationship. Never thinking I would be able to get out. Thank you so much Alicia for speaking on behalf of Tara and getting our Leaders of the Justice system to listen and change things. Take care and best of wishes to you and your family and Tara's children.
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Posted on: 8/25/2008 at 3:11:45 PM |
Name: Tracey
Location Fort Gratiot, MI, U.S.A. |
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My prayers are with your family. We feel like we all knew her even for that short time. It touched us in our hearts. And am glad that he is getting the time he deserved. I want to say also that I think that it is great that you and your husband took her two children and will be raising them. She will always be remembered and I know that looking into her daughters eyes you will always see Tara.
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Posted on: 8/25/2008 at 2:55:07 AM |
Name: Laura
Location Houston, Texas |
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Alicia, It saddens me to see that you and your family have to go back to court. I know this is a tragedy for the Grant family as well. The best interest of the children is most important. I am formally from Michigan and have followed this story since the beginning. In all of the interviews that I have seen you in, you are very well spoken and show your love and care for Tara's and now your children. I pray that the court does what is "RIGHT". Best Wishes.
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