My deepest sympathies to the parents and families of the Boys from Bathurst. You are in my prayers and thoughts at this difficult time. We little knew that morning that God was going to call your names. In life we loved you dearly. In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you. You did not go alone, for part of us went with you the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories. Your love is still our guide. And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the Chain will link again.

Our deepest sympathies to everyone touched by this terrible tragedy. May you find comfort in the support given by so many around you. Rest in peace, boys. Danny McLaughlin, BHS '84 Wanda McLaughlin, BHS '87 Cornwall, PEI

my heart goes out to the parents and families of the dear boys in red. i am so very sorry for your loss. such an awful blow for the whole town. i usually wear a red shirt on fridays in honour of military families that have someone overseas.......tomorrow, i will wear it instead to honour the 7 boys. again, my deepest sympathies. bless you all

My heart goes out to the families of all of these boys. They were all so handsome and seemed to have such promising futures, it is just so sad. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I can only hope that people speak as highly of my children, as they do of the "boys in red". You must be so proud...

I didn't know one of the 7 boys ,but my heart goes out to all the familly and friends. When I heard about they accident i was going to start my day by working ; One of the girls that work next to me was talking about they accident I was really upset to here that? My heart goes out to all of you and the father and the girl that lost her mother and is love one. My sympathie's to all u guys?

all I can say is how sorry i am for the loss of 7 young lives, my prayers are with the families and all af Bathurst.

I would like to extend my absolute deepest sympathy to each family suffering such a horendous loss. Nothing can prepare you for such a tragedy, but know that their spirits are and always will be with you.

Dan & I want extend our heartfelt sympathy to all the families who have lost so much. Words can never express the sorrow felt by all. We are former grads of BHS (79) and would like to extend our sympathies to Mr. Lord as well. God bless you all, our prayer is that you may find peace in your pain and pride in the boys you raised.

I did not know any of you, i am originally from dalhousie, class of 2000. and i used to play basketball aswell in Middle school and I travelled alot, some of those memories are still with me. When I heard what happened to you boys i was devestaded, its still shocking for me, and i did now know any of you. my heart goes out to all the families and the friends and the victims. may god bless you all

IN LOVEN MEMORY OF MY SON CHAD BANDEAUX

Pray for the families that have lost a big piece in their hearts, for the 7 young men who lost their lives. Rest In Peace. Tammy

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during these diffuclut times.

Know that this is a big event but with will and courage we will all go trough this. Plz pray for the 7 boys in RED and also for the greatest teacher that all passed away. We hope u all Rest in peace.. xox

My heart is broken for the parents of these young men. I too am the Mother of two very sports oriented young men and I cannot imagine the pain and loss they are having to face. Please know that many parents are sending you hugs and asking God to Bless you and help you through this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I hope you find some comfort in the sympathy and well wishes sent your way.

I can only offer words to the families. I wish that I could do more. My heart goes out to each and everyone affected by this terribly tragic event. Although I never knew any of these fine young men, it's hard not to feel part of the bigger community. God bless the Mom's, Dad's, sister and brothers of these boys. I watched the memorial service yesterday, and will be forever touched by what I heard and saw. These boys will never be forgotten and I am sorry I couldn't do more.

The mountains don't seem as high, once you climb them. My sincere condolences and my thoughts and prayers go to all in Bathurst. After visiting Bathurst a few times lately, I'm confident that the strength and community bond that I witnessed while there...will pull everyone thru this tragedy and strengthen even more what was already solid and true..God Bless the families, friends and classmates of the eight that Bathurst has lost. The mountains don't seem as high, once you climb them.

My deepest sympathies to Beth's family. I have fond memories of St. Andrews and her enthusiasm working with me in SJDA's school library. God bless ' Ann Ross ED17

BHS has been on my mind since the tragic accident. My deepest sympathies go out to the families of those young men and Mr. Lord who lost his wife. I can't imagine the pain you are all feeling but let it be known that we are praying for you and you will always be in our thoughts. God Be With You All By Joanne Comeau & Family

As a former student of Mr. Lord and former BHS Hockey player my thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected by this tragedy. RIP boys

Our deepest sympathies for all those affected. We are praying for you. Thank you to the greater Bathurst community for supporting those families in need. Please keep up the great work you are doing.

BHS has always been in my heart. To hear of this tragic news and the pain all must feel is being shared by those who have made their home away from Bathurst.My deepest sympathy to the families of the players and Mrs.Lord. God bless..

As a native of Bathurst and a BHS grad, words cannot express my grief over this tragic accident. May the thoughts and prayers of the thousands who grieve with you will give you strength during this difficult time. Peggy McLaughlin Ogden, BHS Class of '73 Stratford, PEI

I am the athletic director at a small Christian school in Pennsylvannia. Earlier this year 2 of our soccer players went home to heaven in a car accident. We are still recovering as a school family. I cannot begin to comprehend or understand how you are feeling and how this tragedy will affect your school. It is my hope that your entire student body will rally around one another and grow stronger through this time of great loss. My prayers go out to you in this time of great sadness. I hope that you will find peace, comfort and strength that will see you through this time of grief.

As a mother of a 17 year old, I just can't imagine your pain. To see the pain on the faces of the friends and families of the boys that lost their lives is heart breaking. I'm from Nova Scotia living in Ontario but my heart is with you as you struggle to understand WHY. God has a plan for all of us. Someday we will know WHY. You will all be together again. Just take comfort in that fact. I will pray that God will give each and everyone of you the strenght to go on.

My thoughts and prayers are with all who are going through this hard timeand all who are lost,may god be with you all. Mandi

My family was very involved with high school basketball in Nova Scotia, and I remember many a weekend where my Dad, the coach, was driving the van with the team in it - the team my brother was the star of and my sister was the manager of. I am reminded of how much joy that experience we all shared as a family brought us...so this tragedy has deeply, deeply touched me. The support of your community has been so amazing to watch and I will keep you in my thoughts for a long, long time to come.

The community of Bathurst has shown great strength and support to each other during this horrible time. May you find peace, strength, and comfort in each other and always honour and cherish the memories of these young men and Mrs. Lord. My condolences to the families and friends. God bless all of you.

Your school is in our prayers and thoughts. I am sorry to hear about this tragic loss. I will pray for your staff and students and the parents of those who passed away.

I grew up in Milton, Ontario where we experienced a similar tragedy with the loss of a group of young people and a high school teacher in car accidents. As teenagers, it was the first time for many to experience the loss of a loved one, a friend, coach and mentor taken so suddenly and too young. It was a powerful experience to see a community come together to share our grief and comfort one another. The comfort and support will be essential to help heal the families who lost their children and the coach who lost a spouse not to mention the anguish the survivors feel. Remember to celebrate the good times shared with those who have passed away before us and their unique qualities. These memories are precious and although painful to recall now will be treasured momentos that will provide comfort in the coming days, months and years. I wish you all peace of mind and heart and will continue to include all of you in my prayers. When a tragedy such as this takes place and outstanding people are taken from our world I believe it is because God needs extra special Angels to help him with his work. Please take comfort in the knowledge that we now have 8 special Angels looking out for us all now. With much love, Lisa Blinn & Family

You are in my prayers...every family member-every student-every staff. I am so sorry to hear of this tragic loss. I will continue to pray for you all.

sorry for the family's that have lost their sons and i have sympthy for who you ahve lost. sorry for you loss and may the boys rest peacefully in heaven

This event has touched so many people from across the country who have children. As a parent, one cannot begin to fathom the loss of a young loved one...may your strength be gained by the knowledge that there are caring hearts and prayers racing towards you in this time of grief.

My children are 16 and 17 and are very involved with sports and so often travelling with their team to various events. This tragic accident has broken my heart for all of you. Even though we live far away from you, we can feel your pain as if you were next to us. Your boys will not be forgotten by anyone. Please take care.

My heart has been in Bathurst every day since this terrible tragedy. The whole country is sharing in your grief and pain. My prayers are with everyone there. Claire McLaughlin-Bungay BHS Grad '80

May God bless you all and give you strenght.Our thoughts are with you all.

I'm a mother of 3 kids.My heart is with the victime's family and god be with you all.

Being a mother of two boys who play hockey and travel on school trips, my heart breaks for the families and friends of all the victims. I watched the funeral on TV yesterday with a heavy heart. Your community will be in my prayers for a long while. Heaven is a much sweeter place now that the Boys in Red are there.

I was moved by The Memorial Service today. My heart goes out to all the families of the boys from the Phantoms Team. Also my deepest sympathy goes out to the coach, who in dedicating his time and skills for his team he has lost a loved one. My prayers are with you all.

May God Bless all the people of Bathurst. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you during this difficult time.

I just spent my first day in Bathurst. As a parent of three wonderful children, I must tell you that my heart goes out to all of you. You and your beautiful community will be in my prayers.

our son played basketball all through school and went on road trips.i know the worry we had.but i can not express how this tradgedy has made us feel.please be strong and time will turn this into precious memories for you all i promise you.!you will be in our thoughts forever..godspeed.

When I must Leave You When I must leave you for a little while, Please do not grieve and shed wild tears, and hug your sorrow to you through the years. But start out bravely with a gallant smile; And for my sake and in my name Live on and do all things the same, Feed not your loneliness on empty days, But fill each waking hour in useful ways. Reach out your hand in comfort and in cheer, And I in turn will comfort you and hold you near; And never, never be afraid to die, For I am waiting for you in the sky. To the families, friends, and the community of Bathurst, my thoughts are with you all and I pray that you find the stength you need to bring you through what will be the most difficlt time of your lives. Take care of each other and may the peace of Our Lord be with you all, God Bless.

Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers. From: The St. Martin Senior Girls Volleyball Team; Mississauga Ontario

Our hearts break for you. We have two sons and can't begin to imagine how painful this must be. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. If only we could take away your pain. Our deepest sympathies to all the families and friends of those precious young men. May God bless you.

I cannot begin to express how deeply my heart goes out to the families of these fine young men. Having played on several sports teams in my high school days I know the fun and joy that comes from being a part of a team and traveling to compete. It is somewhat comforting to know that they were happy and together when this terrible tragedy occured. The families and indeed the whole community of Bathurst have been and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

I pray for the families and friends, of all those who lost their lives in Bathurst. I pray that they all have the strength to hold up at this unimaginable time. I pray rest of us who feel the pain as well, can be strong for you in your hour of need. I pray God will take care of you all until you are ready to heal.

I didn't personally know the boys but my thoughts and prayers go out to the team, friends, and families of the boys.

The thoughts and prayers of all of us in School District 20, Kootenay Columbia in British Columbia are with you all at your time of tragedy.

I grew up in Bathurst where Mrs. Lord taught me music. I went to BHS for a year before I moved to the U.S. and I'm very saddend by this news. My condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to everyone. God Bless

This accident is so heartbreaking and I can't stop thinking of what you all must be going through. Although I have no connection with anyone, I'm sure I speak for thousands when I say, please know that thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.