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Floral tag from floral arrangement sent by the Orange County Islamic Foundation in Mission Viejo, California. The tag reads: "The Orange County Islamic Foundation in Mission Viejo, California extends its sincere condolences and prayers to your congregation. We join you and support you in your moment of grief." The message is printed on a tag from a local florist.
Printed note in black ink on white paper. The note reads, in capital letters: "Your Christian brothers and sisters are praying with you." Tearing and creasing due to exposure to the elements at the Wilkins memorial.
Post-it note with handwritten message in black marker. The message reads: "Love is stronger than hate." Signed with a heart.
Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "Our hearts ache and break for and with you. We are with you in this and will remain prayerful as you walk through this incredible loss. With much love, Mary Jo [last name redacted]."
Oral history of Leslie Aizenman, recorded as part of the Meanings of October 27th Oral History Project.
Floral tag from floral arrangement sent by the Vishny family in Irvine, California. The bouquet was sent in memory of Rose Mallinger, and all the other October 27 attack victims. The note is printed on a tag with a beige background from a local florist.
Handwritten note written in black ink on white paper with the full names of the eleven victims of the October 27 attack. Navy blue line appears on the upper edge on the back. Creasing and staining due to exposure to the elements at the Wilkins memorial.
Page of typed text on white paper. Provides detailed descriptions of two recent Squirrel Hill Stands Against Gun Violence events.
Summary: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette report on Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf's order for flags at commonwealth buildings to be lowered to half-staff in memory of the victims of the October 27 attack.
Summary: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette article reporting on Pittsburgh Penguins Captain Sidney Crosby and Head Coach Mike Sullivan expressing condolences following the October 27 attack.
Laminated printed sign which reads: "Peace, Diversity, and Connection" over a photograph of a sunset on a rocky seashore.
Hallmark card from a member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Londonderry, New Hampshire. The envelope contains the following handwritten message: "Peace and Comfort." The front cover reads: "LOVE." The inside reads: "Dear Family in God, There are not any adequate words to express the horror of what happened to you in your synagogue. May the love of God and those near and far begin to heal the hurt of your losses. Our heartfelt love and prayers are with you in fellowship. Peace and comfort to you.
Handmade, screen-printed card on yellow paper with green paint. A heart appears in the center. Signed, lower right: "Love, Khira D." The card has been laminated.
Typed memorial note in honor of Richard Gottfried. The author recalls personal details about Gottfried's identity as a Jew and his commitment to the field of dentistry.
Card from a student at West Allegheny Middle School in Imperial, Pa. The front features a hand-colored illustration of the words: "Keep Going" and arrows, stars, and other floral motifs. The back contains a handwritten note, as well as the stock signature: "From your friends at West Allegheny Middle School."
Note from a member of The Church at Severn Run in Severn, Maryland. The front of the note reads: "Heaven is for everyone! God is Love- We love you. 'If any man says he love God, he's a liar if he loves not his brother.' 'Love they neighbor as thyself.' We are all children of the Lord. We are all the same in God's eyes. And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament." Illustrations of a smiling heart, five-pointed star, cloud, rainbow, as well as flowers, appear below.
Note card which reads: "GOD BLESS YOU [heart]."
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