Heidi Teresa Lundblad
October 23, 1982 - April 14, 2007

Heidi,

I miss you sooo much. Everyday walking around our house that we lived together in makes me think of you. I think of one of the last times we talked and you asked me "shell why do you like Bob Marley so much?" and of course i respond with something like "i dunno cause the melow beat" and you respond with " He is almost the perfect man except for the way he and his culture treat women". I never knew that was going to be the 2nd to last time i get to talk or see you. I also remember and really miss sitting on your lap. You would always let me just sit right down. It made me feel very special. Ligia comes over to visit with us and tiki. She is so skinny!!!! I love you Heidi,

Your sister ,

Michelle
8-19-08

Hey there Hei,

I went through a bunch of my pictures tonight and found some great ones of us. I miss you my sweet friend. It's been far too long. I love you my sweet Hei and I miss you. I hope the pictures I sent in will keep your memory fresh and alive.

We're remembering that one year ago today Heidi went to live with God. May all her loved ones continue to feel her presence as she watches over them from above and helps them feel her love through little things in their daily lives.

God Bless Heidi and God Bless all who love her!

IT'S ALREADY BEEN 1 YEAR... AND MAN I STILL CAN'T STOP THINKING ABOUT YOU. EVER TIME I HEAR A BASKETBALL HIT THE GROUND ACROSS THE STREET I WISH IT WAS YOU. I MISS WALKING OUTSIDE AND SEEING YOU WITH YOUR DADDY, CHRIS PRACTICING PITCHING OR EVEN PLAYING BASKETBALL WITH YOUR SISTERS...

I MISS THE SLEEPOVERS, THE VIDEO TAPES OF US SINGING, BUT MOST OF ALL HEIDI, I MISS YOU.

The blow was great, the shock severe
No one thought your leaving was so near
That April day we'll never forget
When we learned about Heidi's tragic death

Sometimes it's hard to understand
Why some things have to be
In his wisdom, God has planned
Beyond our power to see.

We want to share this memory with you all.

While visiting Newfoundland (July 2006) Karen, Heidi's mom brought us a sing a long songbook. When leaving I asked everyone to sign the book. Everyone except Heidi, wrote a little connotation inside the front cover. Heidi had to take time to look through the entire songbook for the appropriate song. "Till we meet again". Here is what Heidi wrote:

This is our little treasure from Heidi, always in our hearts and sadly missed.

ya casi a un mes de tu fallecimiento me atrevo a escribir nas palabras y aunque te lo dije muchas veces, yo hubiera uerido que lo escucharas una vez mas, te amo HEIDI y tu desde donde estes sabes que es cierto. recuerdo ese mes de marzo del 2005 que te conoci en la universidad de costa rica desde ese dia pase 3 de los mejores meses de mi vida al lado tuyo, ya casi es 14 de abril y quiero que sepas que siempre estaras en mi corazon.

Hi there friend!

So I was reflecting on 2007 and thought about what a crazy year it's been. I didn't think much of '07 until I thought about you and thought about how this last year has completely changed my life. I really wish you were around this year. I really really miss you. I thought about you all day today and I just wish you were here. But it's okay, I know you are in the arms of my sweet savior and for that, I'm grateful. I just can't wait to see you again someday, Hi. You were my best friend. I love you so much and when our family moves this year, I will be wishing that you were here so I can share all my thoughts and fears. At least there's this website where I can write to you every now and then. Even if you never read it, I feel a little better. It's not like having you here to talk to though. I just want you to know that I love and miss you so much!!! So like it or not, I start a new year without you.

And God Said

I said, "God I hurt"
And God said "I know"

I said "God, I cry a lot"
And God said, "That is why I gave you tears."

I said, "God, I am so depressed." 
And God said, "That is why I gave you sunshine:" 

I said, "God, life is so hard." 
And God said, "That is why I gave you loved ones." 

I said, "God, my loved one died." 
And God said, "So did mine." 

I said, "God, it is such a loss." 
And God said, " I saw mine nailed to a cross." 

I said, "God, but your loved one lives." 
And God said, "So does yours." 

I said, "God, where are they now?" 
And God said, "Mine is on my right, and yours is in the light." 

I said, "God, it hurts." 
And God said, "I know." 

Posted on the wall at Oklahoma city bombing site
By: K.C. and Myke Kuzmic
Stockton, CA

I miss you Heidi...

Don't worry, we're taking good care of Aussie and Miller

You are in my heart forever

Go Gators

Hello sister dearest.  We shared wonderful memories of you on your birthday with the family and friends.

Your friends loved you very deeply and brought you by some gifts.  We miss you very much and think and love you every day.

Love always,

Michelle

We love you!

I so miss you.  Along with grieving you, I grieve the lost chances to congratulate you on your achievements and to be in awe of your triumphs.  It was to have been so joyous getting to throw rice at your wedding, cuddling your newborn babies and smiling at your radiant face as you and your life matured.  God surely must have a mighty plan for you in Heaven and something tells me that you are fearlessly leading the charge.  

You live on in my heart,

Auntie Linda

heidi i miss you so much! 
i love you so much too! 
i think about you every single day,
and i know that you will always be with us

I LOVE YOU!!!!!!

love your cousin summer!

i love you heidi!!!

Hello Hi,

I was thinking about you as I was on Amber Murphy's obituary page. It's so weird to think that you are both gone.  Maybe you guys are catching up right now.  I just wanted to let you know that I love you.  You will NEVER be forgotten.  I miss you so much.  I've somehow gotten used to not picking up the phone to call you and update you on the new happenings of the Ferguson household.   I saw your parents and Tiki a few weeks ago.  It's so weird to see them without you.  That, I'll never get used to.  Well, friend, that's enough for now.  I love you so much and I miss you.

-Smay
8-29-07

Today is the 4th of July and I can't help but remember all of the amazing times that we have had on this day.  From the cannon ball contests to the fireworks to the dancing, all of us girls always seemed to make the 4th of July such a special time.  This year will definately not be the same without you.  Although we did not spend it together last year, your text about not having fireworks really expressed how much we all cherished those times.  This year we WILL have fireworks and we WILL feel like kids again, just like you wanted to do last year!  I love you so much and miss you every day. 

Happy 4th of July Heidi.

	Love Always and forever,
		Tracy

Wow... what to say... Ever since I first met Heidi, I admired so many things about her.  Her confidence, her courage, her passion to really make a difference in the world.  And through her great confidence, I know she has made a difference through everyone who was ever lucky enough to know Heidi.  While we didn't always get along, we always had this strange type of understanding - like those countless nights we ended up talking about nothing for hours.  She brightened the lives of so many around her, I could see her impact on their lives even in the few years I was fortunate enough to be an active part of her life.  She meant so much to so many, and she will be greatly missed.  However, the memories of laughter and good times we all shared will live with me forever, as will Heidi's desire to make a change for the better in this world we live in.  My thoughts and prayers are with her close friends and family at this extremely difficult time.

Tengo recuerdos tan lindos de la venida de Heidi a mi casa en Costa Rica en enero del 2005; ya que compartió con nuestra familia momentos muy agradables por su espíritu de alegría y deseos de explorar mi país.  

Fué una persona muy respetuosa y facilmente se adaptó a nuestra cultura, no le gustaban las cosas injustas y lo hacía saber, fue muy abierta y sincera.

Siempre estará en nuestros corazones.

Heidi we miss you so much. I'm so glad that we got to spend Easter Sunday with you before the tragic accident. I just want you to know that we all love you so much. And would do anything to bring you back. And even though your physical being isn't here, we still have our memories, and our photos. I cannot wait until we all meet again. With all our memories and all our love we will definitely remember you. I mean who would forget you =] You were one of a kind and know one could ever be like you because you were so nice and so caring. And no one could ever beat your sense of humor. You would always just know what to say to lighten up the conversation. or just to make everyone laugh.

Dear Karen, Chris, Dana and Michelle,

It was a shock to hear of Heidi's passing. When your family came to Newfoundland last summer for a holiday, it was a wonderful family reunion. How lucky were we to have met her and all of you. She was a beautiful person both inside and out. Her friendly nature and outgoing spirit were wonderful. I could tell she was always thinking of others and their needs before her own. From reading her memory page and about her life growing up, I see what a wonderful life she had, the opportunities she pursued and lived. I read somewhere "that it is not how long you live that counts, but how you live your life". She lived hers to the max. It is obvious to see how many people admired her for her giving loving spirit and her need to help those who need it most. She will be missed by all who knew her. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.

I will never forget the day I met Heidi in Spanish class. I lent her a pencil and on my way out the door to leave she yelled "Bye Christine!" I was so impressed because honestly who does that? Heidi does! She was some one you could talk to about anything and never feel uncomfortable or judged. I still cannot believe that this has happened. I want to believe that she is still just down in San Diego studying, but this is not the case. I am truly sorry for the loss of such an amazing human being that would have done so many more wonderful things for this world.

What can you say about Heidi that everyone else hasn't done so already. EVERYONE loved her. She was such a sweet, funny, caring, kind-hearted, loving person. And the list can go on and on. I had a couple of classes with Heidi at Pacifica. I truly had some of the best laughs and good times with her. It has been an absolute priviledge and an honor to have met and known Heidi. She will be deeply missed, but never forgotten. My sincere condolences to Heidi's family. Rest in Peace Heidi... Much Love.

Most of my memories of Heidi are from the early days, an exuberant little girl who loved life and her family. I was especially touched to notice how she adored her grandmother, her beloved Tiki. As I have read others memories, I am so impressed by the depth of love that everyone feels for Heidi. She was an amazing friend to so many and a treasure to her family. My prayer is that her family will always feel her love shining down on them and that everyone she touched will try to make this world a better place just as she tried to do. From your family in Arizona, we love you Heidi and will always hold you in our hearts and memories. May God Bless the entire Lundblad family.

We love you!

It is with great sadness that I express my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of such a beautiful young girl. "Heidi" was so pleasant and friendly that she touched the lives of many people where ever she went. She will surely be missed. May her gentle soul rest forever in God's Kingdom. We will remember her always. My condolences to her Mom, dad, sisters, uncles, aunts, cousins and grandparents. God Bless! Till we meet again.

Love always,

Chris, Karen, Dayna & Michelle, I was so terribly shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Heidi's sudden passing. I am so glad I had the pleasure of meeting her in person for the first time last year. After meeting Heidi I was touched by her genuine nature but more so by the way she brought a pleasant presence to the room she entered. she had a way of making us smile and feel warm inside even doing the smallest little thing. At the time we met, I was not feeling well and my time with Heidi and you guys was limited but I will always remember the Emails and post cards that Heidi sent wishing me good health once she returned home. That is the kind of person Heidi was. She will be sadly missed, always remembered and own a special place in my heart.

I didn't really know Heidi, only to meet her. It was her last night here in Newfoundland and I was just getting home, and I went out in my shed to find them all there. So I was introduced to her, and thats all I know of her. but from what everyone else is saying she was wonderfull. So to Heidi, R.I.P.

Hi this is geoff from newfoundland, canada. I am really glad that i got to see your family when all of you came down to newfoundland. I am really sorry to hear what had happened to heidi and i hope all of the best to your family.

Please accept my sincere sympathy on the death of darling Heidi. I feel so privileged to have met her and I have no doubt she is now enjoying the peace of God. Now, the light of her union with God will reflect on your lives and all those whose lives she touched. May she now rest in peace that God gives to His faithful children.

Sincerely,

Sr. Brendan Lynch
Newfoundland, Canad

goodness.... what to say.... where to start, Heidi and I have so many memories together. They can't really be summed up in a few words, but I've treasured every waking moment with my best friend. I truely loved her. She has made me a strong woman who isn't ashamed of what people think. She has inspired me to want to change the world. So many times we talked about changing the world or helping where we can. She was the type of person who would just "shut up and do it." Oh, so many times I wanted to have her skill in softball or just wanted to carry half of the intelligence she had. She moved people to action. Heidi's life has made me reflect on my own.... what will people say about me when my time comes? I can only hope it will be half of what is said about this bright, beautiful woman. I will treasure our memories. I miss her so much.

I love you Hei, oh.... I'll miss you so much.

Love, Smay

When Heidi was about three years old, she, like other tikes that age, was insessantly asking the question "why?" Everything elicited the query, "Why?"

One day, as Karen was busily trying to gather up items needed for the kids so she could run errands and do some shopping, Heidi asked "why?" for the umteenth time. Nearing the end of her patience, Karen told Heidi to stop asking the question why. Heidi took in admonishment and nodded complience. Now, one of Karen's intended stops was a five and dime store called T.G.&Y. As they were pulling away from the house and getting underway, Heidi tested the waters with the question, "Where, are we going?" Karen replied, "First we are going to T.G.&Y." Heidi gasped, which took Karen by surprise, "Oh no, Mommy. Don't say T.G&Y. Say, T.G.&WHAT!!"

It was so Heidi. To turn a situation with a comic line. She had such a large and loving heart. How I shall miss her.

We were so very sad to hear of the sudden passing of Heidi and more saddened that we did not have the opportunity to meet her in person. We however, felt like we knew her through her parents Chris and Karen. We had the great pleasure to have Heidi's parents visit us in Canada and share family photographs and memories. We will certainly treasure the one of the girls that still holds a special place on our fridge! Our prayers continue to be strong for the family and if you listen closely Karen you might just hear them playing the harmonica for us! God Bless.

At first, I didn't believe Heidi had passed away. My friend actually told me and I thought he was joking until I found out the truth.

Although my stint at PHS was brief, I will always remember her as being sincere, kind and very thoughtful. Many people say things just for the heck of it, but I sincerely mean it. She was a wonderful friend and my only regret is I wasn't able to contact her sooner to say "thank you" for making me feel at home when attending PHS

Time sort of sneaks up on you when you realize it seemed like only yesterday when you met Heidi. So many regrets, and not enough time to atone for my mistakes. This message is specifically for Heidi

We were shocked and saddened to hear about Heidi's death. It was a great honor to have Heidi stay with us while she visited all her family in Newfoundland this past summer. We had such a terrific time. Heidi's laughter, her wit and her love of music and dance will greatly be remembered. She was a wonderful person that touched all our hearts. Heidi's memories will live in our hearts forever. Sleep peacefully Heidi.

Till we meet again.

Heidi...

When I transferred to a brand new high school I was so scared and felt so alone. I will never forget the time the first person really made an effort to get to know me - Her name was Heidi Lundblad. It was Mr. Sullivan's English class, she sat behind me, we did an excercise where we would get to know each other and would stand up in front of the whole class to introduce the other person.

Thereafter, I got to know Heidi more and more and she had this amazing spunk to her. As I'm thinking I don't know if I know anyone like her (well, except maybe Ligia for obvious reasons) but... really... Heidi, to me was on of a kind. I don't think I will be fortunate to meet someone like her again.

Thank you Heidi for being my first friend at Pacifica

I had the wonderful opportunity to meet Heidi and her family for the first time las summer. I felt as though I knew Heidi my entire life because she was so welcoming, free spirited and loving. I cannot express how heartbreaking it was to hear that such a beautiful soul left this earth so suddenly. I know that Heidi will be forever missed and that she will live on in our hearts forever, I also know that she is in a wonderful place surrounded by eternal love and peace. My thoughts and prayers are with Karen, Chris, Dayna, and Michelle as you must be feeling a loss that I cannot begin to understand. Know that your family in Newfoundland sends their love and prayers. God bless. I want to leave you a quote:

I met Heidi when we were little kids at St Michaels Episcopal Church. We both were very involved in church activities together which led to us being friends outside of church. She was by far one of the most loyal and caring people I have ever met. Looking back on my childhood and adolescence I feel blessed to have had Heidi there because she shaped me to be the person I am today, though she may not have known it at the time. When people in the past have asked me who my hero is, I would always say my best friend Heidi because I have never known anyone more confident in their own skin and with who they were and what they believed in and stood up for than Heidi was. I had always hoped that some of her would rub off on me. I love and miss my Hai-Lai so much that it goes beyond words. My love and prayers go out to her entire family.

I am so so sorry to hear about Heidi's death. It sure came as a shock. I am her cousin from Newfoundland, Canada who had the great pleasure of meeting her in person for the first time last year. My family greatly enjoyed her visit. She touched all our hearts very much. She had so much beauty and I will treasure her visit with us, her warmth and loving spirit that she had. Her memory will live on in us. My condolences goes out to Karen & Chris, her parents; her two sisters - Dana and Michelle and also to her two grandmothers and her grandfather who all loved her very much. I know she is in a loving place now. She is with her uncle Kev, who loved her and is making her laugh (I am sure of that). God bless and our prayers and thoughts are with her family and friends. Love and prayers from her family on the ROCK!

I was so glad to have finally met Heidi last summer when she came home to Newfoundland with her family. I remember when she was born (we even share the same second name for my grandmother Teresa) and Aunt Rita always sent pictures of the girls as they were growing up. She was beautiful girl inside and out and she had so much to offer the world. She will be missed but not forgotten in our hearts and minds. God Bless

On behalf of the staff at the UC-EAP Study Center in San Jose, Costa Rica, I would like to express our most sincere condolences to Heidi's family and friends. We have been deeply saddened by the news of Heidi's unexpected passing away, and during the past days Laura Leon, our program assistant, and I we have been sharing wonderful memories of her. We will always remember Heidi as the sincere friend, concerned woman, intense EAP participant who took every opportunity to see this part of the world and understand it's people. The image of a happy Heidi reading while tapping her fingers or dancing to any Latin rhythm on the radio will stay with us forever.

I met Heidi while studying abroad in Costa Rica. She is by far the FUNNIEST person I've ever met. All I have are make-you-smile memories of us using "Onion-speak" on my 21st birthday, living out seinfeld-type humor scenes, and having a blast living amongst the Ticos. Heidi, your memories will definitely live on beyond you.

I think it's beautiful to be able to remember Heidi with our laughter.

May god bless the Lundblad family

What a bright shining star Heidi was. I feel honored to have known and befriended her. I remember way back in sophomore year of high school looking forward to seeing her smiling face in AP U.S. History with Mr. Woo. She had the best personality, all it took to improve my day was to have Heidi crack me up with some witty remark. I know that in the time she was here on earth she touched many lives. May she rest in peace and continue to shine on in everyone's hearts, she will in mine.