Carole, I'm so sorry. Debbie sounds like a wonderful lady and a terrific friend. I'm praying.

oh god carole. i'm so sorry for your loss. that sounds so trite, i know. but know that i'm with you in my heart and that i'm mourning her too, even though i didn't know her, but for you and her family.

be well.

Oh, Carole, I'm so sorry to hear about Debbie. My heart goes out to you and Dale, and to everyone who knew her. Losing a friend really is a different kind of loss.

Carole, I don't even know what to say - you, Dale and all who knew Debbie are in my prayers today.

Hurting for your loss this morning, Carole.

Carole - I haven't commented for ages, but I just wanted to let you know I'm very sorry for the loss of your friend. I can only imagine how difficult this must be.

I'm so sorry. I'll keep you all in my thoughts.

You will keep her alive in your heart and your thoughts, and I'll keep you in mine.

I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and Debbie's family at this very difficult time.

Oh Carole, I'm so sorry for your loss.

I'm so very sorry for your loss.

I'm so sorry.

My heart breaks for you. I've never lost a friend and can only image the pain you're going through. I'm hear for you any time. XOX

I'm so sorry for this terrible loss, Carole, I can't even imagine what you're going through. My deepest sympathies to you all.

Hi Carole, I am very sorry for your loss.My thoughts are with you and Debbie's family.

My heart breaks for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers today.

Oh, Carole, I am so terribly, achingly sorry for your loss. You, Dale, Debbie, and her family are in my prayers today and in the days to come.

What a terrible tragedy. I'm glad though that you have a circle of friends with whom to mourn and celebrate your friend's life.

Oh my heavens, Carole. I cannot even begin to imagine the loss that Debbie's family and all who Debbie touched are experiencing. Please know that I am holding you all close in my thoughts and prayers.

I'm so sorry for your loss; my thoughts are with you.

I have to say the hardest losses for me have been the completely unexpected ones. I'm so sorry you've lost someone so dear. You'll be in my thoughts.

I am so sorry for your lost. May you find some comfort in the happy times the two of you shared together.

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Oh Carole - I'm so very sorry...sounds like you shared such a wonderful friendship. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and her family.

Oh Carole, I'm so sorry. I'll be keeping you and all who knew Debbie in my thoughts. Please take care of yourself.

Sudden unexpected loss it perhaps the hardest- no opportunities for good-byes. I'm so, so sorry to hear about Debbie's death and what this loss means to you, her family and all who knew her. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Let me know if there's anything that I can do!

Oh Carole. I am so, so sorry to hear about this, so sorry that you've lost such a wonderful friend. My deepest sympathies to all of you.

I am so sorry for you loss

Carole, I'm so very, very sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. My heart goes out to you and Dale and to Debbie's other friends and family. *hug*

Carole, I'm so very sorry for your loss. This is truly tragic. {{HUGS}}

*hugs* I am so, so sorry.

Thoughts, prayers, and a hug from afar.

Oh, Carole! What a terrible hole rent into your life. I am so sorry.

I'm going to come out of lurkdom for this one. . . I just can't let this go without expressing my sympathy on the loss of a friend who sounds so dear to you that she truly was part of your family. My thoughts are with you.

I am so sorry.

I have tears in my eyes as I read. I just cannot even imagine yours, your friends and Debbie's family's loss. I am so sorry you have lost such a wonderful friend, all of you will be in my thoughts.

What an incredibly shocking loss. I am so sorry, for you and your friends, and for Debbie's family. You are all in my prayers.

I'm so sorry, Carole.

I'm so sorry for the loss of your friend. My thoughts are with you and the family...

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and all who knew Debbie.

Carole, I'm so sorry! *hug*

There are no words for such sadness. I'm so sorry for your loss. ((Cyberhugs))

I'm SO sorry Carole...I can't begin to put my thoughts into words. Six years ago I lost my best friend in an accident (not motorcycle), the only thing I could say at her wake was this:
"No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why..."

Oh, Carole, I'm so sorry!!

I'm so, so sorry to hear about your friend Carole. I know that not much I can say can really comfort you in this time, but know that she'll always be with you, just not in the way that you are used to and that you and Debbie's family are in my thoughts.

Oh no. Oh, how terrible. Let me know if you need anything, I can come right down anytime.

Carole, I am sorry that you lost such a dear friend. My thoughts are with you. HUGS

Carole, I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.

{Carole!}

I'm so very sorry, Carole....there is something different about the pain of losing a friend! I'll be thinking of you.

Such a tragic loss. My thoughts are with you and everyone she touched.

Oh Carole. I'm so very sorry. I wish I could say something to help, but I know that the only thing I can do is to tell you I'm thinking of you and of her family today.

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.

Carole, I am incredibly sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.

Oh hon, there's so little to say that would help, but you are in my heart.

Carole, my heart is aching over your loss. I will keep you, your friends and her family in my prayers.

Carole, I am so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person in your life. My thoughts are with you and your family today.

Oh, Carole. I'm so sorry for you and the family and the rest of your group. It's so hard. Hugs.

So sorry for your loss.

So very sorry for your loss...

Carole - I'm so sorry for your loss - thoughts and prayers to you and your family

Oh Carole... My thoughts are with you, Dale and the family. I am so sorry.

Carole, I pray for you strength, wisdom, freedom to grieve, lovely memories, time to be utterly sad, love, and peace. You are in my prayers.

Carole, I'm so sorry to hear of your friend's passing. That is so tragic and heartbreaking. All of your family and hers will be in my prayers. Much love to you all.

Carole, I am so, so sorry. Words fail at a time like this. Just know that my thoughts are with you.

Carole, I am sorry to hear. I hope you grieve as long as you need to and no longer. I hope that the grieving helps. I am thinking of you and your friend's family and i will keep you all in my prayers

Oh Carole, I'm so very sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you.

I'm so sorry for the loss of your dear friend, Carole. My thoughts and hugs are with you. All you can do is take one day at a time.

I'm so sorry to read of your great loss. My thoughts are with you today. I truely am sorry.

I'm so sorry for you and for her family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you right now.

I'm sorry sounds so hollow at such a time as this. I've never lost a girlfriend to death, though I did lose a young husband when we were both near 30. He died while scuba diving, leaving me with two young children.

I realize men are different than women, so I can't really know what Steve will need, but myself, during the following days, weeks, months...after my dh's death, I just needed to talk about him. I found that whenever I did talk about him, it made everyone around me uncomfortable and they'd quickly change the subject. If only they could've realized it brought me comfort to do it. I felt like I was keeping him a little bit alive.

Maybe Debbie's husband will want to talk about Debbie, and maybe her kids will... maybe not. Just be there for them and let them give you the cues.

I'm really, really sorry that you lost your good friend. :-(

It won't, and I am so sorry for your loss.

Oh, Carole! I'm sooo sorry! My heart goes out to you all and Debbie's family as well.

I'm so sorry.
(visiting from Noolie's)

Oh, Carole, I'm so sorry. You and yours are in my thoughts.

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, Carole. Thanks for sharing memories of her with us.

Carole, I'm so sorry. I can't imagine how awful that must be. Take care of yourself. I'll be thinking of you.

My goodness, how terrible. It sounds like she was more than a friend, more like a sister. I'm so sorry for the loss.

Oh I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I wish there were words that could heal your heart. Let me just extend some virtual hugs.

I was justing doing my usual blog surfing when I came across your post...I'm so sorry for your loss. It breaks my heart to hear of people in pain whether I know them or not...your sadness is tangible and I feel for you and your friends.

{{Carole}} Words fail. Only hugs (even virtual ones) seem appropriate.

My deepest sympathy to you and your friends and family.

I have never commented before but I thought it might help for you to know how wonderful your blog is (tragic news excluded). I have been going thru a tough personal crisis recently and reading your blog EVERY day somehow (why I don't know) makes me feel a little better and usually brings a smile to my face. I just want to say THANK YOU for taking the time and posting everyday.

May God bless you. I said a special prayer for your friend Debbie and her family and for you, may you find the strength to get thru this.

Oh Carole, the tears are just running down my face. I wish there was something we could all do to ease your pain, but I know that time is the only thing that helps to heal the heart even a little bit. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

I am so, so sorry Carole! Please know I am thinking about you!

Carole, I'm so sorry for your sudden loss. Debbie sounds like a wonderful woman and a great friend.

I am so sorry for your loss and even more so for Debbie's family. You will all be in my prayers today.

I am so sorry for your loss and for this loss that will touch so many families and lives. Debbie must have been an amazing lady to have been so valued and loved by you and your family. She will live on in the lives that she touched. *hugs*

It's just the most awful thing to lose a good friend, and even worse that it's so sudden and horrible. I'm so sorry for your loss...

My condolences to you and to Debbie's family. Thank you for her photo. Your quilting group obviously was an important part of her life. Do you have any pictures of her FOs or WIPs? They may be material things, but it might be a comfort to see them.

I'm so very sorry, Carole, for you and Debbie's family and all who love her.

Oh, Carole, how awful! I'm so sorry for your loss, and for Debbie's family and friends.

Great big virtual hugs to you all.

My most heartfelt condolences on the loss of a very special and wonderful friend. What a terrible tragedy. :(

I'm really sorry for your loss.

Carole. I am so sorry for your loss. I. too lost a friend not long ago and she had been my friend for 60 years. Comforting each other is the best way to go and to keep her memory alive with wonderful and fun thoughts. My heart goes out to you and her family. sandy

Oh, so so very sorry! Tears... will be thinking of you.

I'm so, so sorry. My heart hurts for you.

Carole, I am so sorry to hear about your friend Debbie - what a tragedy.

I am holding you, your family, and Debbie's family in my heart today. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, dear friend.

Oh Carole, I'm so sorry.

I'm so sorry for your loss. May the memories of your sweet, dear friend help you in this process.

Carole, my heart just aches for you right now -- I am so sorry and will send a prayer for you and for Debbie's friends and family.

So sad to lose such a dear friend. I'm very sorry for your loss, and for the pain that Debbie's family and friends feel.

((((((((((Carole))))))))))
There are no words...but...May God hold you in the palm of his hand (and Debbie's other family and friends, as well)
(((hugs))) again

Carole I am so very sorry for the lose of your dear friend. My heart goes out to you and yours and and to her family as well.

Peace to you and your friend's family. It sounds like she would have been very touched by your feelings and thoughts.

Carole, my heart goes out to you...I am so very sorry for your loss of a dear friend. My thoughts are with you, your family and her family. May you all find some peace through this time of such senseless tragedy.

So sorry for your loss Carole. Prayers for you, Debbie's family and your Wednesday night friends during this time.

I am so sorry for your loss, Carole. That's a hole in your life that will never quite fill up again.

Carole, I am so sorry to hear this. I can't even pretend to imagine what it must be like to go through this. You and your family and Debbie's family will be in my prayers.

My heart weeps for the loss of Dear Debbie! Hugs to you and all who loved her!
xoxox

I am sorry for your loss and Debbie's family too.

Carole I am so, so sorry

Carole, my thoughts are with you. Things never will be the same, but I'm glad you have such wonderful friends around you.

just {hugs}

I am so sorry for your loss and all of you and your families will be in my prayers.

Carole, I send a gazillion hugs, and then a gazillion more...what a tragic loss for so many people. My thoughts are with you, your family, Debbie's family, and the whole group of friends. I'm sorry, darling lady...wish I could do more.

I'm so sorry about your friend. Life as you knew it will never be the same, but at least you still have the memories of her hidden in your heart and as long as you have those your beloved friend will never be far away.

carole, I am terribly sorry. I'm wishing you peace and fond memories to help you through.

I am so sorry Carole. I have no good words for you right now, but know I am thinking of you and Debbie and her family.

Coming out of lurkdom to say I'm so very sorry...j

Another lurker here, my sympathies go out to you and your family on the loss of your dear friend.

My prayers and sympathies are with you---your post was a beautiful tribute to a very special friendship

Things will never be the same, Carole, and my heart breaks for all of you. I know that it will be your faith and faith community that will sustain you, and someday, make sense of it all. Praying for you, and her family.

Oh Carole. My heart is broken for you. I am so, so sorry for your loss.

Carol & Dale, My prayers and sympathies are with you and your family as well as your dear friend's. What a beautiful friend you lost.

What a sad time. I'm so sorry for you and your friend's family.

Both your family, and Debbie's family are in my prayers. May your memories bring you peace.

I'm stunned by your news--it truly snatches the breath from one's throat. Unimaginable. And yet you write of it so beautifully, so eloquently, with such grace. Truly, Carole, your ability to honestly communicate your most profound feelings is a marvelous gift. I'm sure it will bring Debbie's family and other friends comfort over the next days, and later. . .

I find myself smiling at the image of a friend bold enough to ride a motorcycle--I've always wanted to, but never felt I'd be able to pull it off--she must have been bold, and confident, and sure of herself. What a terrible loss.

Thank you for sharing this and for demonstrating how to face pain unflinchingly and with great courage. My heavy heart goes out to you, friend.

We wish we could be there with all of you, for anything you need, comfort, hugs, etc. We all love Debbie and will really miss her, too. She always had a smile on her face and was always there to lend a hand. She was a wonderful friend indeed. Sending our love...

Oh, Carole, the AGONY.

Oh Carole, I am so very sorry. I hope you all find some little piece of comfort in all the wonderful memories that Debbie will always be a part of.

I'm am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences go out to you. My heart hurts for her family and for you.

No, my dear friend, they will not be the same again. Your friend Debbie is an incredible loss. I am so sorry for this. What a deep sorrow to lose someone so young and so dear.
I am here when you need to talk and vent - and it'd be okay to call anytime. all my love, and many tearful hugs of sympathy.... my heart aches for all who knew her.

So sorry for your loss, Carole. I can't imagine how you must be feeling right now. Hang in there.

(((Carole))) I know that you, Wendy, Sharon, and Lois will support each other as well as Steve's family through this terrible time. Sending prayers of support and healing to your hearts.

Oh my Gosh Carole - I am so sorry! Just being with her family when they need you will be helpful. My friend (who helped me learn how to spin) just lost her husband three weeks ago and it has been so hard for her.

You are all in my prayers.

My sincere condolences. It seems impossible that she is gone. We plan future projects like we'll be knitting forever...just sometimes forever is a very short time. God be good to her.

Oh, Carole. I don't know what to say. It's appalling, and I'm so sorry. :-(

I'm so sorry. It seems like life starts to be one loss after another.

I am so sorry for the loss of your dear friend.

Holy crap! That's awful! Let me add to the hundred others and say how sorry I am!! I didn't know the lady but anything like that is always the biggest of tragedies!

She sounds like a wonderful friend. I'm so very sorry for your loss.

I am so incredibly sorry about your friend Debbie. What a truly heartbreaking loss. I have lost two very dear cousins (more like brothers to me) on motorcycles. My thoughts and prayers are with all and my MOST heartfelt sympathy.

Carole, I'm so very sorry to hear about your loss.

We're all here for you.

Loving thoughts to you and your family and your friends family. I'm so sorry for the pain you all must be feeling.

How sad - I'm so sorry for your loss, Carole. I'll keep you & Debbie's family in my prayers.

Hopefully your vacation will help you to heal a little?

Carole, I am sorry you have lost such a good friend. Have you written to her? Sometimes it helps when there isn't a chance to say good-bye.

I can't imagine what you're feeling. But I hope that you and your dear friends will help each other grieve and heal. May the joyful memories help to fill the void. Remember the times you laughed together, and find the things in life at which she would laugh .... then laugh with her again.

Carole, I'm so sorry for your loss. It's unimaginable. There are no words but thankfully it sounds like you've got a ton of great memories and I hope that helps.

As always, Carole, you are the one of us who has the "words." You can say what all the rest of us didn't know how to express and wished we could. I couldn't even come here until today to see what you said about Deb - it was just too raw a wound. I think she would be a bit embarrassed at the love and praise but also secretly pleased, and we all surely know she was a treasure in our lives and there is a space that will never be filled in our hearts.

Loosing such a close friend is surely tragic. Only peace can come from the Lord at times like this. It's obvious you have been blessed here by so many online friends. Praying your heart heals with time.

I'd like to add my condolences as well. It sounds like a lot of people lost a very special friend. I'm sure your Wednesday night group will help each other through the pain, and eventually your get-togethers will inlcude re-living your memories with your friend.

Carole, I'm so sorry. You're right; losing a friend is so different than losing an older parent or relative. It's indescribably painful. My thoughts are with you and with Debbie's family.

oh carole, i am so sorry for your loss. debbie sounds really special as i know you were to her too. my thoughts are with you.

I'm just catching up and I'm so sorry to read this. Big hugs to you and all involved.

Oh, Carole. No, things won't be the same. They will be different, as you already know. Sending hugs your way, dear lady.

Carole, I'm so sorry to hear this. I worry about exactly this thing whenever we head out on a bike ride: the giant SUV.

Obviously I've been MIA for awhile, and I missed seeing this heart-wrenching post about your dear friend. I am so sincerely sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you, and I hope as time goes on you will find some peace.