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Name: Alicia Standerfer - Tara's sister
Location: Chillicothe, OH |
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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: 6/22/2008 at 8:24:33 AM |
Name: Belle
Location Georgia |
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Though the (Dateline) show was painful to watch, the spirit and beauty of Tara shines through anything that was done to her. I was touched by Alicia's words, which painted a picture of this gifted and beautiful woman. Alicia, what courage you and your husband have. My heart breaks for each of you as you weave your way through life after this tragedy and raise these children. How proud your parents must be of the two wonderful women they raised. Godspeed. Belle
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Posted on: 6/22/2008 at 12:38:58 AM |
Name: LaToya
Location St.Louis MO |
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My Heart and prayers goes out to the family.I truely dont understand how a person can be so cold-hearted and selfish. I hope and pray the family will recieve peace and closure in dealing with there loss.
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Posted on: 6/19/2008 at 9:26:52 PM |
Name: Kathleen
Location wisconsin |
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Alicia - I am a survivor of domestic violence, and have recently (after many healing years) recently decided I am ready to help at a shelter for victims of abuse. Your story has helped me make up my mind that I should go ahead a do what I can, maybe save someone. I am sorry for your loss and god bless you and your extended family. Kathleen of Wisconsin
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Posted on: 6/15/2008 at 7:22:43 PM |
Name: rose
Location michigan |
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i am lost for words over the children's grandpa i feel for them as they have lost another family member but i also understand u alicia for protecting the children for what has all came out after the trial and the conversations that stephen had with his sister on the phone i am sorry to hear what happened with the grandpa i know he was hurting and felt alot of guilt within him as it all took a bad toll on him may god bless you alicia and your family and the children i am happy the children are with u and your husband take care and god bless u are truly an inspirational person alicia.
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Posted on: 6/13/2008 at 11:08:07 PM |
Name: Barbara
Location Richmond Mi. 48062 |
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I just was on the web site remembering Tara and her wonderful family, the news was on and they just said that the girls grandpa just ended his life,I can't even imagine the pain you and your family are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Posted on: 6/13/2008 at 12:40:19 PM |
Name: Victoria Mcgarvey
Location Missouri |
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I am so very sorry to have read of your family's greif and misfortune. Although I could never truley imagine what you have been through, I can relate to losing one so dear. I said a prayer for you today. I hope god brings you peace and shelters Tara's children.
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Posted on: 6/4/2008 at 10:48:40 AM |
Name: april
Location Macomb County, Michigan |
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Tara. When this all began I couldn't stay away from the news or the papers. Such a beautiful mother and taken for SELFISH reasons. You have become such an inspiration to me as a mother of a young boy and I've been doing it on my own since. I never could understaND why things happen and I'm always being told they happen for a reason. I guess I'll never know the reason people can be so cold and heartless but may your legacy forever shine bright and continue to be a hero in my eyes. Rest in peace Tara.
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Posted on: 5/30/2008 at 11:22:27 AM |
Name: simone - brazilian Tara's ex-au pair
Location Sao Paulo Brazil |
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I took care of Tara's children in jun'jul 2006. I remember how sweet she used to be with them and with mw too. it doesn't matter how busy she was she always called them and concerned about her family. everyone who had knew her will miss her a lot. God bless you all. hugs to Ian and Lindsay.
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Posted on: 5/28/2008 at 1:07:31 AM |
Name: Melissa Sabie
Location Albuquerque, nm |
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I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the pain you've endured. My love and prayers go out to your family.
MSB
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Posted on: 5/27/2008 at 5:49:00 PM |
Name: Bonnie
Location Tupelo, MS USA |
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After reading this tragic story on the internet, I can only pray for you and your family. What a beautiful person Tara was. I am so sorry for your loss.
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