Monica Lebron Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:03:49 GMT -5

Last Friday was the toughest day I've had since my trip to Reading, PA for the memorial service. I was returning from my trip to the Dominican Republic, which was supposed to be a girls' trip that Lorin and I were planning for our 30th Birthday celebration, and I was connecting in Miami. I was continuing on to San Fran, while my boyfriend, Chris, was continuing on to Dallas. When I missed my connection, the last flight out to the Bay for the night, Chris and I were redirected to the ticket counter so we could both be rebooked for the following day. As we were walking towards ticketing, it hit us both at the exact same time - I passed the exact spot in the Miami airport that I spoke to and saw Lorin for the very last time. (We both flew to Miami in early January for the BCS National Championship Game in which the Gators won!) After we were rebooked, we walked back to the exact spot and I played out our conversation over and over and over again in my head. It was as clear as day - like it had happened that day - I could see her huge smile and I could hear her saying to me, "Well, another great Gator trip for us...I'll try to come out in February, but I will see you in Detroit for the Final Four, for sure! And, keep working on the Dominican trip!"

I stood there for a good 20 minutes, staring into space, picturing her smile. I cried and cried and cried while Chris just hugged me.

That was a tough day, but Lorin continues to send me messages letting me know she is here and she is looking out for me. If I hadn't missed my connection, I would have never had that moment, and while it was hard, it was special!

Thank you, Lorin, for being my best friend here, and my Guardian Angel up there...I LOVE YOU!

moni

Jessica Holman Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:31:57 GMT -5

Lorin had a great smile and was very cool to talk to. We worked together at NCAA (Public Affairs/Branding Department). I remember when we were working in Dallas, TX for a DIII Leadership Conference and we were about to go have dinner and enjoy the entertainment. When I got on the elevator, Lorin was on there and she was upset. So, instead of asking questions and trying to come up with a clever answer, I suggested that we go to the bar and take a couple of shots! I remember telling her, "No matter what he did, the shots will help everything." We laughed and got to drinking. We made it to the activities in good spirits and danced! :o)

She was cool and was down to help anyone. I miss you girl! xoxo

Jessica

Denver Moliszewski Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:31:51 GMT -5

My best memory of Lorin was at the Georgia/Florida game in Jacksonville. She was able to get tickets from her connections at Florida. Since the tickets were free I didn't mind sitting on the Florida side. We had such a great time all weekend. The only woman that I've ever met who knew as much about college football as I did. This year I'll be traveling back to that game and I'll remember us just having a ball. I might even say "Go Gaters!" I miss you, Lorin.

Denver Moliszewski
jeeptonized@yahoo.com

Keri Ortega Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:02:07 GMT -5

Dear Maurer Family,
Let me begin by saying my condolences are with you and your family during this sad time. Ipray that you will remember life your daughter lived and the impact she left on the world. I never knew your daughter, however, I have heard alot about her from my friend, Colby. He speaks so highly of her and their friendship together. It's evident in the way he speaks of her that she left a lasting impression on him as well as many others, I can tell she must have been not only a special friend to many but a wonderful human being.I have watched her slideshow and read the memories as told by others she has touched. Her life and her story continues to be told and she will continue to touch those who knew and loved her as well as those who didn't have the opportunity to meet such an amazing woman. She will never be forgotten. Thank you for allowing me to share and thank you for sharing Lorin.

Patrice Allen Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:16:25 GMT -5

I never had the privilege of knowing your daughter, but my friend, Colby, has told me so much about her. I can tell by the way he talks about her that she had the ability to touch people's lives and that's an awesome gift. In those hard times when we lose a loved one, it's alright to remember. During those times, we don't have to remember her death, but we remember her life. Not her sufferings, but her joys. She was so lucky to have a family that loved and cared for her as much as you all do. I will continue to pray for your healing and for the world to know who she was. Thank you for allowing me to write this statement about your precious daughter.

Erin Hanson Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:16:26 GMT -5

I never knew your daughter, but my friend Colby has told me about her and what an amazing woman she was. I am so sorry for your loss. I have watched her videos, and the slide show, what an inspiration she is. Though she was only here a short time, she obviously made the most of her time here…some people can make it to their 98th birthday without having ever lived, and it is easy to see that Lorin lived. I am sorry that you have lost such a beautiful person, and I am sorry I will never get to meet the woman that possessed such an infectious smile. My heart and prayers be with you and your family, thank you for sharing her with the world.

Stewart Dew Tue, 07 Jul 2009 13:42:41 GMT -5

John H shared this with several of us at the bank. I am sorry for your loss. Life is so fragile and fleeting, I am glad that your time with Lorin was so meaningful and loving.

Eileen Dubowski Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:06:53 GMT -5

My deepest sympathies for you Scott and your family.

Fiona Sun, 28 Jun 2009 09:24:37 GMT -5

I sat next to Scott on a flight today. He told me about Lorin, how wonderful she was and how much she is missed. I was moved by his words and by the efforts that he is making to prevent others from having to suffer the loss that his family now endure. This was an entirely avoidable accident, common sense tells us this, yet it takes the loss of 50 lives to do anything about it. I think the efforts of Scott are nothing short of heroic, but it is a tragedy in itself that the people who have suffered these losses have to fight for justice. I hope that someday you find justice and peace.

Theresa from Bridges Sat, 27 Jun 2009 10:29:16 GMT -5

Dear Mr.& Mrs.Maurer,
Thank you so much for being so open when I inquired about your purple ribbons. It meant alot to me that you would so willingly share your painful experience. Im so sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely
Theresa