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Floral tag from floral arrangement sent by L.F., which reads: "To my Hebrew family- I'm so sorry for your loss. There are no words. But the strength that you have shown is what we need. Stay strong. We are all here with you. L.F. [heart]." The message is written in black ink on a printed tag; a Star of David appears in the upper left corner.
Miniature New York State flag. Wrapped around stem of flag is a slip of laminated yellow paper reading, "In Memory of our Sister ROSE MALLINGER z''l -- To his family and community we pray Tanuchamo min hashamayim. May God in Heaven comfort you. The Principals, Teachers, Parents, Alumni, and Students of Magen David Yeshivah. Brooklyn, NY." Part of a series of 11 flags, each dedicated to one of the victims. Additional photograph shows the entire set of 11.
Note addressed to Dr. Jerry Rabinowitz reading: "I will miss your Hello and smile all my days at Shadyside Hospital. Kelly [sad face]." Written on notecard which was cut in half.
Oral history of Shawn Brokos, recorded as part of the Meanings of October 27th Oral History Project.
Eight-page booklet printed on off-white paper. Program provides order of memorial service, lists names of deceased congregants by family, and lists names of congregational officers.
Oral history of Meryl Ainsman, recorded as part of the Meanings of October 27th Oral History Project.
Clear glass vase containing a variety of blue, purple, and white synthetic flowers. Flowers nestled in wired silver tinsel. Bottom half rusting and discolored from moisture exposure.
Note from a member of The Church at Severn Run in Severn, Maryland. The note reads: "Dear Blessed Children of God, My heart is broken over the recent news of tragedy and the horror and fear that it caused. I pray for peace. I pray for courage and strength to continue to serve our God of love. I pray for healing and again, God's peace. With love, Jackie [last name redacted]."
Post-it note with handwritten message in blue marker. The message reads: "Stronger Than Hate. Rachel [last name redacted]." A Star of David appears in the lower left corner.
Post-it note with handwritten message in blue ink. The message reads: "You are not alone. We are all with you."
Large bound volume. Cover features gold writing embossed onto white leather and reads, "Book of Life, New Light Sisterhood, Donated By Mr. and Mrs. Harold Marcus in memory of Herman L. Katz." Interior pages contain handwritten messages in calligraphy.
Post-it note with handwritten message in green marker. The message reads: "Love Wins [heart]."
Post-it note with handwritten message in red marker. The note, which is written inside a heart, reads: "We love you guys." Two Stars of David appear on the lower right and center.
Handwritten note written in black marker on a manilla envelope. Note is addressed to Tree of Life and contains messages in both English and Hebrew.
Metallic red rose with wire stem attached to a rock base.
Post-it note with handwritten message in red marker. The message reads: "May God's Peace and Love grow in Pittsburgh and everywhere!"
Card from a congregant at the Holy Angels Parish. The front cover contains a stock illustration of seven children holding hands around a table with a large goblet and loaf of braided bread, and seven doves. The illustration is labeled: "We are people of God's peace." The inside reads: "We are praying for you." The card has been embellished with multi-colored horizontal lines.
Envelope containing letters written by members of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The envelope is labeled with a piece of paper reading: "Letters for Tree of Life Synagogue."
Post-it note with handwritten message in black marker. The message reads: "We will make the world a better place in the name of your memory."
Note from a member of The Church at Severn Run in Severn, Maryland. The note is enclosed in an envelope with church letterhead, reading: "The Church at Severn Run: Love Well, Live Jesus, Believe Big!" The note inside contains messages of solidarity and a prayer for love. The church's contact information is included on the back of the envelope.
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