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| I, unfortunately, did not get to know Lindsey very well at all. I would occasionally answer the phone to her bubbly voice asking if her mom was there. At first, it took me a minute to see if it was Shelley, Nicki or Lindsey but I did learn after around a month. J Lindsay was always busy helping people. She worked really hard at the Wal-Mart Pharmacy and then as a PCA for St. Luke West. She was studying to become a doctor, had an uncanny sense of humor and wit about her and was really passionate about animals. I know these things because Wanda was so proud of her along with her whole family! When asked how they were doing, which so many people did because EVERYONE knows Wanda(…or Lou…or Shelley…or Rodney...or Nicki…or Lindsey), there would be a lengthy conversation discussing the children, and granddaughters with a huge smile. They are pretty much a staple to Campbell County! Wanda would talk about how Lindsey was obsessed with cleanliness that when she would come home from work, she would take her shoes off and march to the shower immediately—no germs anywhere in her home! She wanted to keep everyone safe from harm, especially her family. You could just tell Wanda was so proud of her because she beamed at the mere mention of any of her children. I once asked who was the most like her and without missing a beat it was “Lindsey”. And boy could you could tell how much Lindsey resembled Wanda! The first time she came into the branch, I was like “Whoa, that HAS to be Lindsey!” (And the fact that she was the only one other than Rodney that I had not met, and I was SURE it wasn’t him…or at least pretty sure J.) The amount of love that the Sendelbach family exudes is contagious. At our office, we are all very close-knit and Wanda is like a mother to Ami (Holtz ’04) and I. Along with Bev (Macke), Barb (Monterosso), Rosemary (Heiss) and Julie (Kearns)—we all ARE family. My heart aches for the loss that the family has had to face and I hope and pray with every part of me that they can continue to be the strong, loving, compassionate and amazing family that they have always been through this extremely difficult time. All we can really do now is know and accept that she is in Heaven and she is looking down on us and smiling at the outpouring of love and generosity that the community has bestowed on her loved ones. And for Curtis, I am truly sorry for what you are enduring right now. You had a plan and now it has drastically changed. I hope and pray that you find happiness in the memories of your love for her. Remember the good times, which there were many but I am sure not enough in your eyes. I hope that you can continue to have your faith grow and know that she is always with you. I hope you can accept that this was part of His plan for her and that it will all work out in the end, it has to. I also just thank God that she was such a bright and compassionate woman to have donated her organs. Think of all of the people that she will allow to live now! That is surely the reason that God decided to take her, she was so selfless and worried about others that she was too good to be here! Although she was so young, her wisdom was far beyond her years. She made an impact on this town, that is for sure, and that is a lot to say considering her age. A customer came in today (07/18/2005) and saw her picture on the poster that we had made and read what was written. He had no idea about her accident. He started crying and said that he thought he knew her from St. Luke. I told him that she did indeed work there. He said that she was the sweetest young lady because she took such good care of his mother-in-law and that he and his wife really loved when she was on duty because that was the only time when they knew that she was being taken care of for sure. The patient was always talking about “Lindsey”. That just goes to show that she was put here for a reason, and I think she made an impact on a lot more people that we don’t even know…Take care and God bless. Shepry |
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| Lindsey, I remember the first day i really met you. I had just gotten into fast pitch softball at BBHS and Mel told me to go out to where you were because i'd be playing in center field. I really hadn't ever played there before so i was kind of scared, especially being a freshman. I remember i didn't say much to you at first because i thought you were so cool and that you probably didn't want to talk to a little freshman like me, but i was soooooo wrong. You were so welcoming and nice to me. You didn't talk to me like you were superior to me as a senior, you talked to me like i was your friend which helped me fit right in on the team. Lindsey, you led by example and you pushed me every day to be more of a leader... not just in sports, but also in life. I will never forget when you told me how your windshield got cracked in your car, or the times you cheered for me in softball, or the talk you gave me about being a leader. Most of all i will never forget you and the wonderful life you led. Some people say that bad things happen to good people. That is true for your family and your friends down here on earth, but not for you because I know you are in heaven, and that is the best place any one could ever wish to be. To the Sendelbachs and Curtis: I am so sorry for your loss i'm praying for you hang in there! Love, Stacey Woeste |
| Ya know, I stood behind Lindsey and Curtis at Nathan's layout... I never thought I'd be doing the same thing a few months down the road for the girl who was standing right in front of me. All I can remember is my very first varsity game when I was a freshman. I was so nervous but as soon as the game started I could hear Lindsey's voice in center field, "We see ya workin double 'O'". She was always the one picking everyone up and you never heard a negative word come out of her mouth. I will never forget Lindsey and the impact she had on my life, no one ever will. Stay strong all of you guys and I think everyone would agree with me, she was a blessing on all of our lives. God bless, Amy Deidesheimer |
| Dear Sendelbachs, I have known Lindsey for some time now, since she was in 6th or 7th grade. I regret the fact that I did not come out to Kentucky to visit with her more than I did. Now that I am older the drive from Chicago does not seem that far, and I wish I could have seen her more. Even though I had only visited with her a few times, Lindsey and I have kept in contact over the years through letters and e-mail. I had not seen Lindsey in a long time but as soon as I saw the first picture of her when I walked into the gym, it was like the years had never passed. She looked just as I remember her from years ago. I always thought she was the prettiest girl I have ever met. I feel very lucky to have known her and I would like to thank my cousin Sara for introducing Lindsey to me at the lake when she came to visit. I always planned to see more of Lindsey, but I never thought time would have run out so soon. I never thought something like this was going to happen to a beautiful and talented person like her. I will never forget Lindsey and the great person she was. Sincerely, Brent Piszro |
| Lindsey and I were not only classmates, we played softball together for four years. Softball season was always the best time of the school year and Lindsey was always the one keeping the whole team laughing and pumped up. All of our long overnight trips were a blast, and no one will ever be able to prank Mel as good as Lindsey ever did! She always had a smile on her face and always tried to keep one on everyone elses. She was such a great friend and I'll miss her alot! All my thoughts and prayers to the Sendelbachs and Curtis! Kelly (Wolfzorn) Richmond |
| Dear Sendelbachs: I came across this tribute webpage for your daughter. I am truly sorry for your loss. From her pictures and the tributes it seems to me that she was a very caring and loving daughter with many friends who adored and cared for her. The impact she had on many lives is just wonderful!! My mother was a Sendelbach and was born and raised in Kentucky, in the same area that you are from, her name is Janet (Sendelbach) Stith the daughter of Harold and Everette Sendelbach. I was wondering if we could be related? Once again I am sorry for your loss. God bless you, Cheri Gouvan |