Sad News

ASTuba · Post by **ASTuba** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 3:40 am

Ladies and gentleman,

I regret to inform all of you that my fiancee, Gretchen Snedeker, was killed in an automobile accident yesterday afternoon in Oneida, NY. She was on her way to teach at Colgate University, where she was struck by another motorist, and was killed shortly thereafter. I cannot even begin to express to you what I am feeling, but I know that she would want as many people to know as possible. Gretchen was the most incredible human being that I've ever met, and I loved her more than anything. Thank you for all of your love and support.

Andy Smith
ASmithtuba@gmail.com

trseaman · Post by **trseaman** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 4:37 am

Andy,

So sorry to hear the terrible news... Our thoughts and prayers are with you and her family during this trying time.

Tim

KevinMadden · Post by **KevinMadden** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 8:36 am

Andy,

Thats some awfully upsetting news. I'm very sorry.

TubaRay · Post by **TubaRay** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 8:43 am

Reading your post filled me with sadness, Andy. As I sat and read it, I was overcome with that sadness. I know your loss is great. Life will never be the same for you, but I pray that God will help you to deal with your grief.

Quite honestly, words fail me right now, but I believe all of us who know you would want to send you our condolences. I hope you will pass those along to all those you know who are grieving this terrible loss.

tbn.al · Post by **tbn.al** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 10:02 am

Just keep on keepin' on. The passing of time will never erase the wonderful memories you have, but it will dull the pain. We lost a "grandchild to be" last month and the time thing does work, gradually, eventually. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of Gretchen's loved ones.

Tubadork · Post by **Tubadork** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 10:28 am

I'll be there soon buddy,
Bill

iiipopes · Post by **iiipopes** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 12:43 pm

Condolences and prayers.

Richardrichard9 · Post by **Richardrichard9** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 1:08 pm

My sincerest Condolences to you. You will be in my prayers!

Captain Sousie · Post by **Captain Sousie** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 1:49 pm

You have my deepest sympathy and prayers. If you ever feel overwhelmed, talk to somebody. That is one of the hardest experiences to get past.

Dave

OldsRecording · Post by **OldsRecording** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 2:09 pm

I'll add you to my prayer list. The Lord bless you and keep you; the lord make His face to shine upon you and give you peace.

windshieldbug · Post by **windshieldbug** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 3:03 pm

The sense of loss must be overwhelming.

Let your friends help you in this most difficult of times.

I certainly will keep you in my prayers.

Alex F · Post by **Alex F** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 3:35 pm

Andy,

I'm sorry to hear of your loss and add my thoughts and prayers to you and the families of all concerned.

Alex

TMurphy · Post by **TMurphy** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 4:06 pm

A close friend (more like an older brother) went through this same thing a few years ago. My condolences are with you and the rest of her family and friends. Be sure to surround yourself with people who love and support you.

bearphonium · Post by **bearphonium** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 4:23 pm

Andy,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Know that my thoughts are with you and Gretchen's family at this time. I second two suggestions here: keep on keeping on, and if it gets too bad, talk to someone.

Ally

The Jackson · Post by **The Jackson** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 4:38 pm

I am very sorry, man. Keep on going and all of my best to you.

ASTuba · Post by **ASTuba** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 1:35 pm

Thank you all for everything so far, I wanted to pass on a great article that was written about her:

http://www.syracuse.com/articles/news/i ... xml&coll=1

cambrook · Post by **cambrook** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 7:20 pm

Andy,

So sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts are with you.

Look after yourself,

Cam

tofu · Post by **tofu** » Sun Apr 13, 2008 2:26 am

Nick Pierce · Post by **Nick Pierce** » Sun Apr 13, 2008 3:30 am

That's terrible. I'm so sorry.

PWtuba · Post by **PWtuba** » Sun Apr 13, 2008 5:19 pm