Lucia Summers Tuesday, December 25th 2001 - 07:21:18 PM Sweet Parker -- I know that you and your Grandfather Vincent are watching out for Mommy and Daddy. ... Scott Gammon Tuesday, December 18th 2001 - 08:49:23 AM ScttGmmn@cs.com Jon & Mara, I just happened upon your site while searching for organizations in the State Policy Network. Although we don't know each other, I couldn't help but notice your beautiful child. As someone who is currently engaged, I hope that God blesses me in the future with a fraction of the love and beauty that Parker was able to give to you. While I felt great sadness in reading about her passing, I cannot begin to imagine how it must feel for you personally. Hopefully these few words will help ease your pain- my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Scott Gammon Tallahassee, FL ... Kis Monday, December 17th 2001 - 04:59:43 PM ThaQueenBeeeee@aol.com http://www.geocities.com/ourangelbaby_evan/ I recently lost my 1 year old son, Evan to pulmonary hypertesion related to down syndrome. He died Sept. 12, 2001. Life is tough and I am upside down. It is important to remember that we are not alone. I am so grateful for the short time I had with my angel...and I miss him tremendously. My heart is with your family and all those who are parents to angels... ... Robert Hargate Thursday, December 13th 2001 - 11:57:57 AM rhargate@yahoo.com Dear John and Mara, our deepest sympathies go out to you. We have a three year old son and cannot possibly imagine going through what you are. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. While I didn't expect you on the air this morning, I was suprised to hear your voice today (12-13-01) filling in for Mike Rosen. While it is important to get back to work at times like these. You shouldn't hurry if you don't have to. Be there for your wife. And she will be there for you. We (the listeners) will be graciously patient. Take care and God bless. Robert Hargate, Heather Gray & Tristan Gray. ... karen Wednesday, December 12th 2001 - 02:15:36 PM kmontreal@kesslercompanies.com I heard this song on Ally McBeal the other nite and cried listening to this guy's voice (Josh Groban) and the words to the song. They made me think of Parker. Perhaps her family can get some comfort from them. "To Where You Are” Who can say for certain Maybe you’re still here I feel you all around me Your memory’s so clear. Deep in the stillness I can hear you speak You’re still an inspiration Can it be… That you are mine Forever, love And you are watching over me From up above. Fly me up to where you are Beyond the distant star. I wish upon tonight To see you smile If only for a while To know you’re there. A breath away is not far To where you are. Are you gently sleeping Here inside my dream? And isn’t faith believing All power can’t be seen? As my heart holds you Just one beat away I cherish all you gave me Everyday… Cause you are mine Forever, love Watching me From up above And I believe That angels breathe And that love will live on And never leave. Fly me up to where you are Beyond the distant star I wish upon tonight To see you smile If only for a while To know you’re there A breath away is not far To where you are. I know you’re there… A breath away is not far To where you are. ... George/StarPD Friday, December 7th 2001 - 11:14:32 PM StarPD@qwest.net My deepest condolences on yourloss. No words can commfort you now, but know that Parker has MANY who pray for her, and for you, Jon and Mara. May God Himself bless and comfort you both as no human person can, and may Parker's light join with His in the ultimate Kingdom of Heaven. ... Chris Hodgdon Thursday, December 6th 2001 - 12:00:34 PM chris@hodgdon.com http://www.hodgdon.com Mr.Caldara, I want to express my condolences. I know David Kopel and got his newsletter today. I will pray for you and your family. Parker was a beautiful baby. God bless, Chris Hodgdon Hodgdon Powder Co. Shawnee Mission, KS ... Heather McCuen Sunday, December 2nd 2001 - 09:01:39 PM hlm4338@bellsouth.net My heart goes out to you. I found your site through SHARE and I must say I am deeply touched by the life and death of your beautiful little girl. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. All my love ~ Heather in NC Mother to: English Ann ~ born and died April 3, 1998 and Sigourney Emmaleth ~ born and died March 8, 2000 ... Carlo Stagnaro Friday, November 30th 2001 - 03:47:13 AM cstagnaro@libero.it http://www.forces.org/stagnaro Jon, please get my sincerest condolence for your huge loss. May God be with you, while Parker is with Him. ... Mary, Severance Wednesday, November 28th 2001 - 10:47:15 PM mesevegdel@home.com Jon: There are no words that can soothe your loss, but please remember, God has a plan and one day you will know why. Accept my sincere condolence and please try to keep looking up. Parker Kelly, Candelara is with the angels and is healthy now. God needed another flower for his garden and Kelly is that flower. Mary, Severance ... Bill & Darlene Haight Wednesday, November 28th 2001 - 06:33:47 PM wrhaight@starband.net My God bless you during this time of great loss and give you the strenght to remember the wodnerful moments together. You will be in out prayers. Bill & Darlene ... David Salisbury Wednesday, November 28th 2001 - 11:26:49 AM salisbury@childrenfirstutah.org Jon, I received the article about your family from John Andrews and was very sorry to hear about your tremendous loss. My sympathies are with you. ... Lori Dowd Tuesday, November 27th 2001 - 09:44:02 AM rolodowd@earthlink.net Thank you for the opportunity to get to know Parker through this website. What a special spirit she is! I can't imagine your grief at the loss of such a beautiful and bright little girl. I wish for you healing, peace and grace. Thank you for blessing the world with Parker. Love, Lori Holden Dowd (Fred Holden's daughter) ... Robyn Katz Tuesday, November 27th 2001 - 09:37:55 AM mrkatz@jewishtimes.com I am the wife of Robert Krinsky. . I do not know Andrea, only through Robert. I too am very saddend and touched by your loss. My thoughts and best wishes are with you. M. Robyn Katz ... Robert Krinsky Tuesday, November 27th 2001 - 08:41:46 AM rkrinsky@fcc.gov I have the opportunity to work with Parker's wonderful aunt, Andrea. It has always been a delight to see Parker's picture anytime I have a meeintg in Andrea's office. I am shaken by your loss of such a lovely bundle of joy. My prayers are with you and your entire family. ... Brett Singer Monday, November 26th 2001 - 05:45:05 PM singerb@sas.upenn.edu I am praying for the Caldara family, and I am deeply saddened. I have boundless sympathy for them. I will hope and pray for them. Brett Singer ... Susan Craig Monday, November 26th 2001 - 03:00:30 PM sucraig@hotmail.com What a beautiful and joyful child! She was well loved. Please know that Parker's memory lives on in you. with love and my warmest wishes for the entire family, Susan ... Rodney Mitchell Monday, November 26th 2001 - 01:28:59 PM mitchellrodney@hotmail.com Dear Jon and Mara, Please accept my most sincere condoleces at your loss. No parent should ever have to suffer such a loss. I wish to express that, it is because that there are great people like you two, who bring children into this world, that that act, (among the other great deeds you do), gives me great hope and confidence of a bright future of love and Freedom for all mankind. Thank you for who you are, and all the great things you do. Sincerely, Rodney Mitchell ... Mittal Patel Monday, November 26th 2001 - 11:14:51 AM ... Jean Symons Saturday, November 24th 2001 - 10:15:27 AM jeansymons@qwest.net http://www.geocities.com/belsprit/Time_to_Go.html You have my deepest sympathy at the passing of your daughter. I send you prayers for comfort and strength. Although we often measure life in time, the three of you shared great love and that is the greatest gift. The link leads to a poem I wrote for another friend whose daughter passed too young. It expresses our despair at the inadequacy of words, but I hope you know that our feelings are deep. Jean Symons ... Maureen Franklin Friday, November 23rd 2001 - 06:40:19 AM bobmoefran@aol.com My heart goes out to you and your family in this very sad time in your life. I know that Parker brought many happy and loving times to your life and will continue to do so for many many years to come. Parker will be embedded in our hearts forever. Please know that you are in our prayers everyday. Love, Robert, Maureen, Cory and Steven Franklin ... Rob Harsanyi Thursday, November 22nd 2001 - 10:51:42 AM harsonchop@aol I am truly sorry for your loss you are in our prayers Rob and Donna ... Rob Harsanyi Thursday, November 22nd 2001 - 10:50:24 AM harsonchop@aol I am truly sorry for your loss you are in our prayers Rob ... Timm and Phoebe Bax Thursday, November 22nd 2001 - 03:53:25 AM tpbax@hotmail.com Dear Charlie and Esther, we were deeply saddened to hear about the lose of your beautiful granddaughter. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Love, Timm and Phoebe ... Rob S. Rice Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 11:18:09 PM Dear John, and Mara, The whole point of the movie 'Shadowlands,' and of C.S. Lewis's 'A Grief Observed,' which I cannot recommend to you more highly, is that grief is the price we pay for the love. How great a price you pay now for so great a love you both had for your beautiful little girl! I pray to God that He will help you bear it. My thoughts remain with you both, Rob S. Rice ... Anastasia Erbe-Thompson Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 10:49:01 PM sweetsophiasmom@aol.com Today is your birthday, and so many of us are so sad. I never met you but you break my heart, and I cry every day for your parents. I have an 11-month-old daughter so your illness and passing brought me to my knees. You could have been her, and she, you. You are so loved by so many people. I just hope that there is one heck of a party in Heaven right now. You have touched so many lives. Because of you, I hug my children tighter and hold them longer. And I realize that time is precious. You are an amazing little angel, Parker. It is incredible how much you did for others in your short little life. God bless you and happy birthday, sweet baby. Anastasia and Sophia Erbe-Thompson ... Jeane De Stasio Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 08:15:10 PM andysqweel@aol.com To the Caldara Family, I don't know you, but I have heard Mr Caldara on the radio several times. When I saw the article in the Post last week it overwhelmed me with sorrow. My granddaughter will be a year old on the 28th, and I can't imagine the pain you must be enduring. The pictures of Parker touched my soul, even the black and white newspaper copy. Please accept my Sincere Sympathy on the loss of your daughter, as today is her birthday. Jeane De Stasio ... Johanna Fallis Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 05:36:10 PM jcfallis@ix.netcom.com Losing a child is the most difficult thing we have to deal with in life. I lost a daughter at 10 months, many, many years ago. I'll never forget her, as you will never forget Parker. She becomes a part of you, who you are, and how you live. My daughter changed my life, actually for the better. I'm sure yours has changed your life. It may not seem better right now, but you have some wonderful memories that no one can take from you. Jon, thanks for all the work you have done to make this a better world. Johanna ... Carolyn Acheson Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 05:31:51 PM cachesonco@aol.com Jon & Mara, Parker was a gift that you had only a short while, but she brought sunshine that you otherwise would not have had, and I hope the memories will ease the pain over time. ... Pam Benigno Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 05:21:59 PM PamBenigno@aol.com Dear Jon and Mara, Just wanted you both to know that you have been on my mind all day. This was certainly not the way you had planned to spend November 21st. I know I cannot feel your pain, but my heart aches thinking about the pain you must feel. I will miss Parker very much. Love you both, Pam Benigno ... Lee Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 05:04:07 PM Lee@noisefloormedia.com Dear Jon and Mara, I want to let you know my thoughts are with the both of you during this time. She's a beautiful child. If only for a short time, you're certainly blessed to have her. Lee Damschroder ... Jim Eckersley Tambor Williams Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 04:01:41 PM jimeckersley@home.com Dear John & Mara, My brother and his wife lost their son at age 5. We know how much the loss of a child saddens and touches everyone who was involved in that childs' life. I know that you will never forget but fortunately the pain eventually lessens. Our love goes out to both of you. Jim and Tambor ... Dennis & Debby Polhill Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 03:11:55 PM Dpolhill@aol.com Jon and Mara, I am so grateful that you brought little Parker to the Boulderado recently so that I had a chance to hold her and see her sweet smile one more time. I treasure that memory. She was such a gift. Please know that Dennis and I have you in our thoughts and prayers every day. We love you. Debby ... Tom Graham Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 01:30:36 PM coloradothomas@aol.com This is one of the saddest losses that we have experienced and our hearts go out to you completely. Tom Graham, Cameron Graham ... Clay Evans Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 01:30:22 PM evansc@thedailycamera.com I would like Jon and Mara to know how extraordinarily moved I have been by Parker's passing. I attended the funeral, and have thought of her -- a little girl I never knew, whose father I know only in passing, and mother not at all -- every day and night since Nov. 13. I am so sorry for the family's loss. And yet, she must have been something incredibly remarkable to so move people who never even knew her. I pray for her, and all my birthday wishes (Nov. 15) involved her and her family. ... Tom Graham Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 01:29:47 PM coloradothomas@aol.com This is one of the saddest losses that we have experienced and our hearts go out to you completely. ... Mick Davis Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 01:00:32 PM dmyr@qwest.net http://www.dmyr.org/ Dear Jon and Mara, Upon behalf of the Denver Metro Young Republicans my hearts goes out to you and we will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathies, Mick- President DMYR ... Andrea Kelly Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 12:22:40 PM I believe that those who perform acts of friendship and love do not seek praise, but show their love through gentle acts of kindness. Although Mara, Jon, and Parker’s friends do not seek praise, nonetheless you have my heartfelt thanks. The love and comfort you have showered upon the family provides light on dark days. Love to you all, -Andrea Kelly (Parker's Aunt) ... Elisabeth Nguyen Wednesday, November 21st 2001 - 06:35:14 AM ehnguyen@uu.net My prayers are with your family and friends! ... Christa & Jason Williams Tuesday, November 20th 2001 - 02:45:40 PM Jcz122596@aol.com Dear John & Mara, I have only met you a couple of times I'm Dennis Polhills daughter and I have been very touched by this -having children also. I just think Parker was so lucky to have you as parents. Parker may be gone ,but no one can take away your beautiful memories. You are in my prayers. Take care of each other. Sincerely, Christa Williams &Family ... John Gore Tuesday, November 20th 2001 - 10:48:33 AM John.Gore@Colorado.EDU I was saddened to hear of Parker's passing. She was a beacon of hope and happiness for the Caldera family and their countless friends. I send my best wishes to Jon and Mara as they mourn the loss of their daughter. May God continue to bless you both with peace and understanding. John M. Gore ... Leslie Rogers Monday, November 19th 2001 - 03:49:09 PM lesliearogers@earthlink.net Dear Jon and Mara: Marianne is a dear friend of mine. Out of the blue something told me to call her and check in with her last Tuesday morning . . .of course she told me the sad news and forwarded this web site to me. She often spoke excitedly about Parker - surely she was an angel placed here in your care for all to short a time. As a parent of a toddler, my heart is crushed for your loss and I can't imagine what overwhelming sadness I would feel if I lost my son. May you somehow find comfort in the many happy memories of Parker. She was a beautiful little angel. As parents, you gave her all the love and comfort that you could give and rest assured that Parker knows that - she loves you more than you imagine. Warmest regards, Leslie Rogers ... Jim Sorensen Monday, November 19th 2001 - 03:32:01 PM Jim_sorensen_80233@yahoo.com Words could never express the sorrow I wish I could share with you. If I could only be with you for a while and allow you to weep on my shoulder, you would minister to me far more than I could ever minister to you. For now I can pray that, in my absence, the Holy God of mercy and grace will gather you to Himself to shoulder your tears and grief. May the God of miracles reserve a special place in your hearts for happy memories of Parker and all of the joy that she brought into your lives. In Jesus' love Jim ... Cindy Foley Monday, November 19th 2001 - 02:51:35 PM Hmstoot@aol.com Jon and Mara, I was so sorry to hear about Parker. Though I never met her, just seeing her smile in the photos made me adore her. I will keep your family in my prayers, and wish for the best for you both. Cindy(Elyce's friend) ... Nancy Aldrich Monday, November 19th 2001 - 10:00:33 AM Captgramma@yahoo.com You were blessed with a beautiful child. May God hold you and comfort you in your inexpressible sorrow! ... Rev. Judi Rowe Sunday, November 18th 2001 - 02:09:21 PM Chaplain737@aol.com I just want to tell you how sorry I am for the recent loss of your precious little Parker. She is so beautiful...and reflects the love of her mom and dad. From my spiritual perspective Gods word assures us that the little ones are so important to Him...and little Parker is safe in the arms of a Loving God. I am a Hospital Chaplain and Therapy Clown for terminally ill children and my heart goes out to you both. I will remember you in my prayers during the days and months ahead. God bless you both, Chaplain Judi ... Irene Sunday, November 18th 2001 - 01:11:49 PM She was a gorgeous baby, may she rest in peace with all the other little angels in the sky. She will be your protector and your little angel forever.. Irene ... Daphne Marti Saturday, November 17th 2001 - 05:39:01 PM CoolMom6809@aol.com I was connected to this site from the SHARE site and my heart is in pain for the Caldara family. While I know there is no comparison, I lost two babies mid-term during my pregnancies, so I know that no words are the "right" words to say during this tragic time. I'm sorry you have had to experience the death of your beautiful Parker, but do be assured that our Heavenly Father will provide you the strength to face each day. May peace be with you. Daphne Marti ... Michael Williams Saturday, November 17th 2001 - 08:27:17 AM michaelwilliams@warp8.com I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with you. ... Karen Woods Friday, November 16th 2001 - 06:35:37 PM kkmwoods1@home.com http://www.empowermentnetwork.com I'm simply a distant 'think tank' connect, but I have appreciated your contribution over the last several years. My deepest sympathy. My husband is a pediatrician, and although your many friends, family, and acquaintances and professional colleagues can hug you and cry with you, we cannot truly understand your great loss. God knows what it's like to lose a child. Just keep asking His best advice as you walk this very difficult road.