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I am an old friend of Kim's and only recently
heard of her death. Like, I am sure, so many have said before, I simply
cannot believe it. While we stayed in touch by exchanging Christmas cards
and talking once or twice a year, Kim is a person I considered part of my life.
I met Kim in Bible Study in Washington, DC, before we both moved to California.
I am thankful to know she is with our creator but cannot imagine the loss
you and your family face everyday. I will keep your family, as well as
Rodolphe, Julien and Sophie in my prayers. I have written a letter to
Rodolphe that I will mail tomorrow. Thank you for the web site and the
opportunity to know how they are healing.
God be with you,
Carri Ziegler
Davis, California - 01/28/03
I work for the pediatrician that Julien and Miss Sophie saw while they were living in California. It has been an incredible honor to have known such a wonderful family. Kim was always such a light of inspiration every time she walked through the door. Always so positive and such a joy to be around. I miss seeing them terribly. I am so happy to hear that Rudy is making remarkable progress. They will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
Courtney Garcia - 09/26/02
This "e" if from Edna and Frank the old neighborhood of the Boylstons.--Winding Woods, that is. Our daughter Josey was a sitter for Lauria, Robbie and Kim in their early years. You might say we were on "the outside looking in" checking on the sitter and the kids when Josey was in charge. She loved going to their house playing Barbie and cooking cookies.
Our hearts have been heavy with all the sadness in the lives touched in the loss of Kim and all will continue to be in our prayers. Wanda , Bob and families are wonderful people.
In Christian Love,
The Hays in Winding Woods - 09/22/02
Tout d'abord
bravo à ceux et celles qui accompagnent Rodolphe dans tout ce travail de
convalescence physique et psychique ensuite un grand bravo pour ce site. Bravo
aussi à Rodolphe cela ne doit pas être toujours facile, facile de "se
taper" des exercices tous les jours ou presque de réadaptation (certes le
challenge vaut la chandelle (adaptation perso du "dicton")
Je suis la "petite" (35 "balais"/ans) et unique soeur de
Claire-Juliette Beale et moi aussi je me sens concernée car les amis de ma
grande sœur sont proches puisque ma sœur vit la plupart du temps loin de
France. J'ai été très émue lorsque enfin j'ai appris (grâce à ce site) que
Rodolphe était tiré d'affaire : en effet je ne pouvais pas vraiment supporter
l'idée de deux enfants sans père et sans mère : moi-même ayant perdu mon père
à l'âge de sept ans donc un pilier important pour tout enfant.
On dit souvent en France que les américains sont superficiels, égocentriques
et individualistes : cela semble complètement faux en tout cas quand on voit
ici la grande chaîne collective : patron et collègues, belle-famille, amis,
relations etc.
BYE BYE AND TAKE CARE
Louise - 09/21/02
Even though I don't personally know the family, they have been in my prayers since the accident.
My daughter Kelly was sitting for them on the evening of the accident.I felt as though I new the family through Kelly's many conversations about what a wonderful family they were. They were always very nice to Kelly and had a genuine interest in what was going on in her life.It is very hard to understand why something so tragic has to happen to someone you care so much about. I know Kelly is having a hard time dealing with the lossand can only imagine how the family feels.
We were glad to hear of Mr. Gelly's progress and will continue to keep him in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Nita Concannon - 09/18/02
I am the
mother of two wonderful daughters who attended the same high school as Kim.
My older daughter, Angie, was a longtime friend of Kim's.
There remains a group of "Henderson" girls who have maintained a
circle of friends for more than 20 years, now incorporating their husbands and
children into the circle. Kim was one of those young women. They are
all devastated at the loss of Kim. There is now a second break in their
circle (the first came with the loss of Jenny Otis). I know that when they
get together, they speak of both Jenny and Kim and keep them in their hearts and
prayers forever.
I cherish the memories I have of watching Kim as a cheerleader, gymnast and
Homecoming Queen at Henderson High School.
May God continue to bless the Boylstons and heal Rodolphe so that he can resume
his life with his two wonderful children and his family.
Billie Hobbs -
09/10/02
Hi, my name is Tina A. Flowers and I use to work with Rudy in Washington, D.C. I met Kim once, but we talked over the phone often when she would for Rudy. I remember joking with both of them about her southern roots and accent, and his French accent. They were such a delightful couple and Kim was a precious jewel to Rudy.
Tina Flowers, 09/06/02
Rentree de France apres six semaines d'absence,
je tiens a vous remercier de nous offrir "le journal" de Rodolphe,
Julian et Sophie et de leur famille.
Les progres qu'il a fait sont porteurs d'espoir et le courage de Lysiane et
Micheline rencontrees en juin est une lecon de vie.
Amicalement,
Beatrice Bienaime
Maman de Paul, CP a l'ancienne école de Julien
09/06/02
my name is Kelly Concannon and I used to babysit for the Gelly family. I was in fact babysitting for them the night of the accident. I just wanted to send my love to the family. I am so happy to hear that Rodolphe is recovering well. Please send my love to the children. I miss them dearly and can't wait to see them again some day soon. My love and prayers go out to the whole family.
Take care,
Kelly J. Concannon 09/01/02
I was a former secretary who assisted Rudolph at the Washington D.C. office of Winston & Strawn. My prayers are with Rudy and his loved ones. God Bless.
Anna Battle - 08/23/02
My sister and I went to high school with Kim, and although I was younger, I remember how beautiful and popular Kim was. She was admired by all. I can tell she was an extremely loving and caring mother and wife, and will be terribly missed. I know she is a guardian angel, watching over those precious children. My thoughts and prayers are with the Boylstons and Rodolphe's family.
Melanie R. Hobbs - 08/22/02
We are friends and neighbors of Kim's sister and brother in law.(Laurie and Lewis Rogers. We also know Laurie's parents. We are praying for Rodolphe's recovery. The children are beautiful. Kim was a wonderful mother. Thank you for your efforts in setting up this site.
Fran Hibbert - 08/17/02
The four of us first met in Beijing when Kim and Christine served on the board of the American Chamber of Commerce together. Soon after striking up a conversation, they discovered a common interest in "Melrose Place" and the rest is history --- we have been big fans of Rodolphe and Kim ever since. We had great fun in Beijing, playing in the Movenpick Hotel's winter "Swiss Village," teaching Chinese bartenders how to make Long Island Ice Teas, dancing in the Great Wall disco. We crossed our fingers while Rodolphe waited to hear from American law schools, and shared in the planning of the couple's return to the US.
They were the first ones to know when we were pregnant with our first child, Leina, a secret whose beans were spilled over dinner on the night the news of Lady Diana's death broke on the news. They were also a great support during Leina's first summer, when Christine stayed in DC while I worked in Beijing.
We were frequent guests in each others' homes. They were one of the rare couples that both Christine and I enjoyed equally and fully. We have watched them and their family grow, and have taken great satisfaction as Julian and Sophie have grown up so happily in their mother's embrace. We have watched admiringly as Rodolphe has struggled and overcome the difficulties of practicing law in the US, and has built a successful business.
We share in the terrible sadness of the world at Kim's passing. There are no words that can describe the incredible warmth that she shared so freely with those of us who lucky enough to know her. We will want to share these feelings with her children, and help them to cherish and remember her as they grow older.
We are anxious as Rodolphe begins his recovery, but are very confident knowing how strong Rodolphe has been and will be in the face of an obstacle. We know that he will overcome the trials of his recovery.
Evan, Christine, Leina, and Claire Betzer - 08/17/02
How fortunate the Gelly and Boylston families are to have you so lovingly caring for all Kim and Rodolphe's friends with your updates and encouraging messages.
Although I am old enough to be Kim's mother, we have been dear "girl friends" for many years and my husband and I always so looked forward to seeing her and the children when they came to stay with her family. We will never forget her and hope to stay in touch with Rodolphe, the children and Kim's wonderful family here in Atlanta. They are all in our thoughts and prayers every single day.
Patricia and Tom Bingham - 08/17/02
Thank you so much for continuing to do such a fabulous job keeping all of us posted on the progress the Gelly family is making. I have been gone for 6 weeks and returned to all the good news on the website. You cannot imagine the smile on my face when reading of Rodolphe's progress and the reunion of the family. I have prayed for them daily. The Lord has really put them at the top of my prayer list.
Deborah Schneider - 08/16/02
Cathy Quinlan - 08/16/02
I met Kim for the first time at Rudy's secretary's surprise birthday party in Walnut Creek, California on March 17, 2002. (Nancy loves working with Rudy. He was and still is in many ways, a bright spark of energy in our department here at the law firm.) That day, Kim recounted for me the story of how she and Rudy met. It matched Rudy's story word for word, but I think her southern charm added such a warmth to the telling. The love involved could be felt somehow, like an unseen hug. I got tears in my eyes. Kim drew my husband (Lance), our six-year old son (Charlie) and me into her existence. Leaving the party that day, I felt like I had known her for a very long time. Lance, who had never before shown any interest in having a daughter, drove us home and along the way told me he loved watching the Gelly's interact, and wished we had had a little girl, a little sister for Charlie. The words that Kim's sister read at the Service in Menlo Park are now framed in big letters at the center of my favorite family pictures on our new refrigerator. I read those words every day. I aspire to be as loving, loveable, giving and open as Kim was. I can't wait to meet her again someday...
Theresa Houseman - 08/15/02
I want to express my sincere hopes for Rudolphe’s full and
rapid recovery. I’m cheering for him.
Regards,
Stu Berman - 08/15/02
We think about you, your family, the children and Rudy every day. We so miss having Kim and
the kids in our daily lives. We continue to pray for you all and hope you are all doing well. We were so sad to miss you, Sophie and Julien during your visit to California. We were up in Oregon with the family. Rudy told Brian that it was wonderful!!! We hope to see you again soon in California or maybe we will come fly the friendly skies and visit you all in Atlanta. Please take care and God Bless.Love, Brian, Cindy, Ellie and Anna Dupin - 08/15/02
You are all still in our thoughts and prayers. Kim must have been a wonderful person. We are enjoying keeping up with all the updates. Love,
Susan and Russell - 08/15/02
Rodolphe and I worked together extensively for more than two years prior to his move to California. We often talked about our families. When I received the tragic news, I was profoundly concerned--and at a loss that all I could do was pray for the family. I am so pleased to see the August 13, 2002, update and to know that Rodolphe's memory is improving and that he will be reunited with his children. This is a major milestone that I believe is an answer to the many prayers and love of his family and friends. There is a probably a lot of hard work, frustration, and distress ahead but I will continue to pray for a most rapid recovery and that his desire to return to work in six months will be fulfilled.
James Lewis - 08/14/02
Thank you for your continuous updates. It is most appreciated. What wonderful news!
Bevery Hartle - 08/14/02
Jane Street - 08/14/02
Thank you for the info and thank you so much for this wonderful web site. I met Kim a number of times through my good friend Karen Jones. I am so pleased to be able to hear about Rudolphe's progress through the web site - what a wonderful way to communicate. I know that so many people have been praying for this beautiful family. All of the postive energy must help. Thank you for all of your efforts.
-Stephanie Ashworth - 08/12/02
Sorry I didn't get to meet Kim. She sounds a lot like my wife, who's from just across the border in Alabama, which is what Rudy and I used to talk about (how similar they were).
B. Bryan Parker - 08/12/02
You are constantly in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Patricia Sylyden - 08/10/02
Thanks so much for doing this.
Patty Kilgore- 08/10/02
I am Rodolphe's secretary at WSGR. Your website has been wonderful. I am going to miss Rodolphe terribly. We are having a very casual get together on the patio at the rehab center tomorrow (Saturday) for Rodolphe's birthday. We don't want to overwhelm him. This is just our way as a group (the Technology Group at WSGR) to say Happy Birthday and Goodbye for now. Rodolphe says he is coming back, and I am sure that I will see him. The picture on your home page was taken at a surprise party that my adult children gave for me in Walnut Creek. Rodolphe, Kim and the children came and met my friends and shared my birthday with me. It was a day I will never forget. I opened the door and there was Rodolphe holding Sophie. I saw Kim and Julien and cried. They opened their home and hearts to me. I think of our beautiful Kim every day. Bless you in keeping these updates, and let me know if there is anything I can do. One of these days I would love to meet all of the "California" and "French School" friends. I am thankful that we did have this very special family with us even if it was for such a short time. Thank you.
Nancy Flood - 08/09/02
Thank you so much for the updates on the Gelly family. It is so wonderful that you are doing this. We are former neighbors of Kim and Rodolphe's in Washington and so appreciate the information so we can stay in touch.
Richard Krajeck - 08/01/02
Thank you so very much for creating and maintaining this website. Kim was a long time friend and my thoughts and prayers remain with Rudolphe and the children. It means a great deal to me to be able to stay in touch via your website, and am so pleased to hear of Rudolph's continued progress.
Many thanks.
Liz Kennedy - 07/30/02
Kim was a very good friend of mine and I would love to be informed of the family's progress. Thanks so much.
Beth Samach - 07/29/02
I am Laurie Rogers brother in law in Atlanta. The family is in our prayers.
Stan Hvostik - 07/26/02
I was just wondering if there is any news at
all about Rodolphe, Julien, and Sophie? I am still praying every day for them.
Alot of people have been asking me for updates. Anything new?
Thank you so much again for your time and effort in creating this awesome
website and for keeping us informed!
Sincerely,
Mary Morris - 24/07/02
The Gelly family is in my thoughts and prayers although I know them only through Rob and Tonya Boylston.
Wally Watson - 07/120/02
The news on Rudolphe is sounding more and more promising, and I am looking forward to continuing uplifting updates!
Alex Triantis - 07/09/02
Thank you for the update. I am continually praying for the families. I do pray to hear good news for Rodolphe as I know his children need their Daddy.
Deborah Schneider - 07/02/02
i, I am Christina Lauritson. I babysat for Kim
and Rodolphe. I love those kids and I am more than happy to help in any way that
I can. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Love,
Christina Lauritson -06/19/02
I can't thank you enough for putting together the wonderful bulletin for the Gellys. It is so nice to find out updates for continued prayer. I knew Kim from BSF (Bible Study Fellowship) and she meant so much to me and to the others in our small discussion group. I also love the pictures you've posted since I only have 3 pictures of Kim from BSF and they are not close-ups. I never met Rodolphe or Julien so it is nice to put a face with my prayers. Thank you once again for your thoughtfulness in updating all of us who care so much.
Deborah Schneider - 06/18/02