Maria C Tornatore - Lynch
January 15, 1968 - March 25, 2013

"I know this might be a little bit late to add something. But I will never forget you and I mean never! You stuck up for me during ruff times and even when I was in trouble but if there was one thing she did it was care for me and the whole family. I miss you so much and so does everyone else. Love Jimmy Jr :)"

"I will never forget our college days. What a special person. Maria, you will always be in my thoughts and prayers."

"Dear Dr. Tornatore, I am so sorry for your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless her soul "

"I didn't know Maria but I know her brother Dr. Tornatore and he is an example of decency and humanity to us all here at Georgetown. I can imagine the wonderful person she must have been, as an apple that fell from that same tree. As a cancer survivor myself, I will pray for Maria's safe arrival into the comforting arms of our Heavenly Father. I will also pray for peace and comfort to those she left behind."

"I have countless memories of us when I was younger and came to visit every summer. I loved getting icescream every night and spending those days at your daycare. It's the little things that I will remember you for the most though. I still remember the day you taught me how to tie my shoes and I loved hearing from you every birthday. I couldn't of asked for a better aunt and godmother. I will always love and truly miss you."

"To The Family and friends of Maria, May God bless you at this most difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you always. The Gregor Family Mr. Tornatore & Josephs' Barber"

"I will cherish the wonderful, funny conversations we have had. Heaven is receiving a beautiful gift. You will be truly missed! Jacqui"

"It was an honor and pleasure to work closely with Maria in the classroom. I'll never forget how infectious her smile was. Rest in peace, friend. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and the many who loved you."

"Dear Dr. Tornatore: I do not find perfect words to express my condolences for your loss. Please know that the beloved departed soul is now free of all the pain and agony and will remain immortal ever after."

"Gabby and family, We are so sorry for your loss. While we never knew Maria personally, we have been praying for her and know she was an incredibly beautiful person through the stories Gabby shared. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Bill, Susan , Will, and Clark"

"To the Tornatore and Lynch family my deepest and most sincere sympathy for your loss. To Joseph and Anna my thoughts and prayers have been with you since I heard about the passing of your Mother. I have heard only wonderful loving and caring things about her!!! She was absolutely one of those special people you may only meet once in your lifetime. I am sure she will be one of Gods top Angels in heaven in a very short time. I hope that the book The Next Place will bring you some comfort in this very tough time in your life. With deepest sympathy Roy "

"To my loving aunt Maria, I will never forget all of the memories I got to share with you. You will always be remembered and loved."

"Dearest All, You will continue to be in our heartfelt thoughts and prayers as you mourn the loss, all too soon, of your wonderful daughter, sister, aunt and mother. Maria valiantly held on and put up a great fight, but Heaven must have needed a special angel to call her home. May the memories you all hold dear be a source of strength and comfort at this difficult time. In loving sympathy, Kelly and Dana Watts and family "

"Maria was a wonderful and kind teacher to my two sons when she ran her wonderful daycare center, Tender Care. She made all the difference in their lives and I so appreciated her true caring for them. I am so sorry for her family's loss. "

"Dear Doctor Tornatore and family, Please accept my condolences on the passing of the doctor's sister Maria into heaven. As a patient of the doctor, I greatly admire his commitment to family and, by extension, admire the entire family. My thoughts and prayers are for all the family."

"My love and prayers are with all of you. I'm so sorry. "

"To my dearest cousin Maria. You will be dearly missed. You will always be as loving as I can remember..I love you Maria and may God bless your family...love u always and forever. My thoughts and prays will be with you forever."

"My heart goes out to Ms Lynchs' family. I will never forget math class at Miller, it was one of the best classes of the day. You will forever be missed."

"My heart is saddened by the loss of mys sweet friend. It has been a hard journey Maria but now you have your wings. May God grant your family the blessings of his peace at this difficult time. I will miss you and your smiling face."

"I got to spend a nice ride back to NY from Maryland with Maria and her kids and her Mother and Father last year even though she was very sick at the time she was very funny and full of life which is the way I will remember her. RIP Maria !"

"Jo and family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God give each of you strength and bless you with peace and healing during this difficult time."

"Dear Dr. Tornatore and family. My deepest condolences for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers. "

"Dr. Tornatore- I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. Praying for comfort and peace."

"My thoughts and prayers are with all the family. She fought a long, courageous battle."

"Dr. Tornatore and Family, You are in my thoughts and prayers. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.""

"We are so deeply heart broken for your loss. The loss of a mother to her children is profound, and the loss of a daughter leaves a pain that has no words for a mother (Aunt Amalia) or father (Uncle Sal) . My father adored Maria, and I picture him holding her and carrying her in to find Grandma and Grandpa, and all the aunts and uncles who have preceded us so that they can share in the feast before them. Our hearts are with you all. May the comfort of the Lord's embrace hold you up and carry you. We have arranged a mass for Maria on May 9th at 5:30pm for the the Feast of the Ascension at St. Joseph's Church in Kingston. Luke 20:36: "For they cannot die anymore, because they are equal to angels and are sons [daughters] of God, being sons [daughters] of the resurrection." Maria was an angel on earth. We all know that for sure, and may you know she is shining even brighter watching over the family she adored, her children, her parents, her brother and sisters, nieces and nephews, and her students. "

"Maria had a strong and loving family who pulled together to see her through all of life's difficult challenges. That is a blessing too few can claim. We would watch from across the street as she patiently, dutifully and later, quite courageously, brought her children to her parents' house in the morning. Her devotion to and love for her children is surely but one beautiful legacy she leaves behind. "

"I am so sorry to hear of Maria's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. "

"I moved from Kingston when I was young and spent many summers there with my beautiful family. Maria was very young but I remember her to be such a happy child. Years later with coming up for weddings, I met Maria as a young adult, still a bright and shining star. She's dancing in heaven now. Aunt Amalia, Uncle Sal, my cousins: I know His Love will envelope you all, and I know He will have Maria give you special signs that she is doing wonderfully!! I am with you all, and I love you all, more than these words can convey. My family also sends their love. "

"Dr. Tornatore and family, my prayers and thoughts are with you as you love and support each other through this time. "Thou, O Lord, hast constituted me singularly in hope." (Ps 4:10) May the hope of Christ and His resurrection embrace you this Easter. "

"Dr.Tornatore and family, I am very sorry for the loss of your dear Maria. I hope that memories of the wonderful times you shared with her will help you through this difficult period, and I certainly will keep you all in my prayers."

"When we were twelve, we had the greatest talks about family. We were ahead in mind and spirit. If anyone deserves to be with JESUS, it is you Maria. I will embrace our childhood memories. Thank you!!"

"Ms. Lynch was my math teacher and she was one of my favorite ones in middle school. I had her in 7th grade during the 2004-2005 school year. I remember she would constant headaches and would miss class sometimes. I would have never thought her condition would have worsen this much and eventually end her life. She was a great woman and I know God has her in heaven. RIP Ms. Lynch and my prayers go out to you and your family."

"I?m so sorry to hear about Aunt Maria?s passing. She was such a kind and beautiful woman and I have always looked up to her as a role model. Aunt Maria?s smile and compassion always comforted me and I know that she meant the world to your family. Her passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of everyone who knew her. Her memory will always remain deep within my heart. Your family has always been there for me and I wanted to thank you for all of the great memories that we shared and I cherish all of times I was able to spend with her. Her strength and encouraging spirit will never be forgotten and I am so thankful that I was given the opportunity to get to know her. Today and always, I hope that the loving memories of Aunt Maria bring you peace, comfort, and strength. ?When the heart grieves over what it has lost, the spirit rejoices over what it has left?"

"My deepest condolences for your lost. My prays are with you. "

"Dr. Tornatore and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult period. I hope that amidst the sadness of this time, you are able to laugh and smile while remembering the good times with your sister. May she rest in peace. "

"To her husband, Neil, their children, Joseph and Anna, and to Maria's parents, we extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of a wife, mother and daughter. Aunt Pat and Uncle Dwight"

"WE PRAY FOR MARIA CATENA'S RESTING IN PEACE AND FOR THE SUPPORT OF THE TORNATORE FAMILY."

"The stories I have heard of Maria are those of genuine and beautiful ones. May God show her the love in heaven that she shined and spread on so many others. To the Tornatore family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. "

"I am keeping Maria's family and friends in my prayers, and praying for the Lord's strength and peace for you."

"Keeping the Tornatore Family in our Prayers. May God give you each the strength to get through this."

"I shared an office with Maria during my first (and only) year teaching at Miller back in 2001-2002. She was very kind and patient and worked with me as I fumbled through my first year teaching. While I only spent a year with her, she left an impression on me with the dedication she showed to her profession and the joy it brought her. My condolences go out to her family and friends."

"I pray that the Lord will comfort you, the family of Maria Tornatore-Lynch, with His Peace, surround you in His Love, and encourage you with His Presence. Be encouraged with the words of Jesus..."Peace I leave with you, My peace I give you"."

"Dr. Tornatore and Family I am so sorry for you loss and I hope that God keeps and comforts you and your family during this time. My prayers are with you. Ty Daniels"

"To the Tornatore and Lynch Family: My prayers are with you during this difficult time of transition. I hope you find comfort in the memories of Mrs. Maria and in the company of one another. My Deepest Sympathy, LaToya Arnold, Wash., DC Georgetown University, Dept of Neurology"

"It was a pleasure to have worked with Maria and get to know her. My thoughts and prayers are with her children and family."

"She was the sweetest of all of us."

"Maria, it is an honor to know you and be part of your extended family. You have always been the epitome of thoughtfulness - never forgetting a birthday or special event even when circumstances in your own life were difficult. Thank you for being a great sister-in-law. Miss you already!"

"Had to say it twice. Know you are laughing Love you always"

"You are a woman of indomitable spirit, strength and character. I thank you for the many memories and all that you have done for me, and my family. I have no doubt that your example will forever be etched in the heart and soul of your children. I am compelled to apologize to you because I did not thank you for convincing me to marry your sister. I know it took a while, but only 5 years...we had a good time a the culinary though. Oh, the memories and life. See you again some day and I promise to name my banana bread, Maria's Bread. Your favorite brother in law. Jimmy"

"You are a woman of indomitable spirit, strength and character. I thank you for the many memories and all that you have done for me, and my family. I have no doubt that your example will forever be etched in the heart and soul of your children. I am compelled to apologize to you because I did not thank you for convincing me to marry your sister. I know it took a while, but only 5 years...we had a good time a the culinary though. Oh, the memories and life. See you again some day and I promise to name my banana bread, Maria's Bread. Your favorite brother in law. Jimmy"

"You are forever my best friend, big sister and now my angel in heaven. I love and miss you!!XOXO your little sister "

"You were my shining star and will always be my dearest daughter. I love you. Your mother Amalia"

"We will miss you and pray for you every day. You were the best mother a kid could have. Love you Mom!"

"Mom, you were so kind. I will miss you. Good luck in heaven. I love you so much"

"To the most wonderful and loving sister, daughter and mother in the world. We will miss you deeply. "