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Keith Simon posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
I was sad to hear about the death of Amanda. I'm sorry to hear this and sorry to the Collins family. Amanda was a great person Having spent numerious days at the Collins house from jr high through college. I never hear mean things come out her mouth. She was always so nice to me and everyone that crossed her path. I remember so many fun times the Collins house in our hangout basement. I know she will have no problems getting into heaven.
Im so sorry to all that loved her or was able to have crossed her path. I'm sorry for all of your loss and will pray for her.
Keith Simon
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Fran Ryan posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Sending love and condolences to Aunt Conchita and all my cousins, Patrick, Genie, Andrew, Maria, Kieran and Alicia. I was deeply saddened to hear of Amanda's passing. I remember her as a kind, loving, beautiful and compassionate girl. She was always, so sweet, from the time she was a very small child, who then grew up to be the beautiful person that I loved so much. I know that Amanda is with God. May God comfort all of you in your loss. In deepest sympathy and with much love, Fran Ryan and the Ryan cousins
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Mark Reda posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
I only met Amanda once for a few drinks almost 2 years ago. We never saw each other again but for some reason, she always stayed with me. Amanda really was unlike anyone I've ever met before and she had an innate kindness and spirit that I will never forget. I did not know her well but I am truly saddened to know of her passing. She was a sweet girl and I know she's at peace somewhere. So sorry for your loss.
-Mark
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Lauren Bardach posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Andrew,
I am sorry I didn't know of this site sooner. I wish you, my colleague and good friend didn't have to go through this heart-wrenching loss. It saddens me beyond words to share in common the loss of a sibling. I think of you and your family often. I know you are grateful to have had a good friendship with your sister. I hope the positive memories bring you comfort and joy in the near future. I wish you and your family solace. Amanda was lucky to have you as a brother and I am confidant you are the rock that will keep your family strong.
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jennifer posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Amanda ...I think of you often~your smile-your grace-and most of all may dreams and I miss your late night phone calls. And occasionally early ones too.
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Susan Rocca Carchia posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Amanda was a beautiful young soul who was taken way too quickly, my deepest sympathy to her family.
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Cris A. Cottes posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My sincere condolences as she just called me last week and we spoke for hours about how thing were getting better.
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Farshad Hajir posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My heart is moved by this sad news. She has left us all much too soon. My mind is filled with memories of her peaceful and loving ways through my high school years. She encouraged us all with her beautiful smile and warm spirit. I pray for her loved ones and friends. May God comfort and strengthen you all. Thank you Amanda & may God grant you His Peace and Eternal Love.
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Debbie (Sansone) Santora posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family & friends of Amanda. I am a friend from High School & will always remember that beautiful smile. She was always so sweet & nice to everyone. My heart breaks for the family. She will always be remembered for her smile!
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Peter Erchick posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Collins Family and all of Amanda's friends. We became friends at Seton Hall. She had a way of lighting up any room she walked into. We will miss you Amanda.
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Silvia Beltramini posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Saddened by the news of Amanda passing. Hoping she finds herself in a peaceful state. Blessings to her family.
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The Ferro Family posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
We know how difficult this time is for your family and Amanda's friends, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Annie posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to the entire Collins family; especially to her sister Alicia who Amanda spoke about often and considered her closest confidant. I first met Amanda in the summer of 1999 and knew right away that we would be friends. Amanda was more than special. Her originality, creativeness, snazzy personality and angelic voice naturally drew people to her and brought smiles to all around her. Some of my fondest memories of my friendship with Amanda were our spectacular shopping sprees at BergdorfGoodman, uber-fun vacations to ClubMed and hard-core gym workouts. Plus, she made the best fudge and chocolate chip cookies ever! Words can’t even describe my immense sadness in her passing. She was taken away from us and this world before her time. Rest in peace Amanda and know that you will be missed very much.
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carol simon posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
dear alicia and family, i am very sorry for your loss. i am thinking of you all. carol and doug simon
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Dana Miller posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My deepest sympathies to all of Amanda's friends and family... I was so saddened to hear of Andrew's sister's passing.. I am a co-worker of Andrew's... My prayers and thoughts are with you all...
Sincerely,
Dana Miller
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Peg Ferko posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Andrew and family:
My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
I am sure Amanda is with God and is at peace.
Love, Peg
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Michelle Pietz Smith posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Collins family. I recall when we first began high school, she was my first friend from South Orange (freshman year), I was from Maplewood. She was just so warm and bubbly. After high school we lost touch but I would think about her from time to time. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.
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Gregory Collins posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My deepest sympathy to Aunt Conchita and all my cousins. I am truly saddened by our loss. As you may already know, I was lucky to have reconnected with Amanda over the past couple of years and we chatted sometimes weekly. She had a great heart and will be missed. Sadly, Cynthia and I will not be able to attend the service. May she rest in peace.
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Alda Collins posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to Conchita and Amanda's loving brothers and sisters. I was shocked and saddened by the news of Amanda’s passing. Amanda was such a dear and loving niece that I will truly miss. I thoroughly enjoyed our weekly calls and her heart felt concern for my well being. May her soul rest in peace.
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David Gloshinski posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My deepest sympathies go out to Amanda's family and close friends. Amanda was my first big "crush" back in Junior High, and I was lucky enough to become her friend. She was a true spirit and as a young person showed amazing maturity. A memory that stands out was how she always defended the kids who were being picked on, she would never tolerate that, and I learned through and from her to stand up for those who do not have the tools to stand up for themselves. Although we lost touch over the years, I feel lucky to have known her, and to have gone to school with her through college.
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Jim Kowalski posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Amanda will be greatly missed. We were friends in college and sadly I lost touch with her over the years. May she rest in peace.
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Jim Kowalski posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My prayers go to Amanda's family. I knew her in college and she was such a beautiful person. I only wish I had stayed in touch with her.
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Maria Talcott posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
my prayers are with you Amanda, I have a candle burning for you right now...you are in my heart.
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Jennifer Barrett posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My dear beautiful soul Amanda: Although I am shocked and saddened by the loss of your beautiful soul -that left this world too soon- I know god wanted you so that you could be an angel of another world. I pray that you are at the gates of heaven surrounded by gods unconditional light and love. Let the wings of your loved ones carry you across the great divide and most of all I hope you can feel that I carry the friendship of a lifetime and you in my heart for the rest of my days. Til we meet again my sweet, sweet kind and ever so understanding sister. I miss you so much and love you - as you know unconditionally. I will celebrate your wish for me to be happy and remember your beauty, your grace, your gentle kindness, your life and your artistry. You were and are part of my family always. xoxo Jenn
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Mike and Joanna Pudil posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Collins family. Amanda will be missed by our family and the other neighbors. Especially our two boys who affectionately referred to her as Aunt Amanda.
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Jim McDonough posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Amanda only came into my life a few months ago and brought nothing but happiness, friendship and hope. She was truly loved and so special. My prayers go to her family and those who were lucky enough to know her longer than myself.
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Kathleen Fisher posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My deepest sympathies and prayers are with all of Amanda’s family and friends during this sorrowful time. I know we are all shocked and saddened that such a sparkling vivacious person was taken from us too soon. Amanda had such a warm and exuberant personality, and a gift for always making me laugh. From the first day I met her at Seton Hall we were instant friends, and the memories I have when we were room-mates in Hoboken after college are some of the best times in my life. She was truly one of the most generous people I’ve ever known, and I will miss her with my whole heart. I loved her dearly, and I’m a better person for having known her. I will cherish her memory for the rest of my life.
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Patrick Barnitt posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Collins family and Amanda's close friends. I am truly saddened to hear of her passing. I knew Amanda in Junior high and remember her kindness and warmth of spirit. Her smile and laugh were unforgettable.Though I hadn't seen her in years, I did have the good fortune of speaking with her on the phone a few years back and was reminded just how dynamic she was. She clearly touched every one she met. Rest in Peace.
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Rochelle Nardelli posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My condolences and love go out to all of Amanda's family and friends. We were classmates at Columbia High School.
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Debbi Corvino Griffo posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Amanda rest in peace. I remember Amanda from Columbia High School. She was always smiling. A very caring person.
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Carl Adamo posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
My deepest sympathies to the Collins family , may Amanda rest in the arms of the Lord .
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Maria McCartney posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Amanda's Eulogy at Our Lady of Sorrow's Service May 8, 2010
Amanda was a kind and gentle soul who seemed to glide through life with her feet just slightly off the ground. When she was a girl growing up on Connett Place, every night before she went to sleep she would stand at the top of the stairs and call out "good night, too-da-loo, I love you" to whomever was home to hear it. That sweetness was an innate part of who she was, and it was something she carried with her into adulthood.
She was always so loved by her sisters and brothers. When they were very small Amanda and Maria were so inseparable that a neighbor took to just calling the two of them "Miranda". Her younger sister, Alicia, grew up hero-worshipping her, always secure in the knowledge that she had the most beautiful, glamorous big sister in the world (certainly the coolest "it girl" roaming the halls of Columbia High School). Later, as adults, they were as close as two sisters could ever be and Amanda always said that Alicia was her best friend.
The love and compassion that Amanda showed to her family extended to all she knew. She was so proud of her nieces and nephews, that any who knew Amanda, had heard stories of how brilliant, adorable and perfect they all were. She was a fiercely loyal friend who valued kindness to others above all else. It was her selflessness and compassion that led her to bring breakfast and a few kind words to a homeless vet everyday on her way to work for the years she worked at Bergdorf Goodman. This is just one of the countless examples of the random acts of kindness that exemplified the manner in which Amanda conducted her life. She always took time to think about the feelings and needs of others and tried every day to be a better person.
No one who knew Amanda could ever think of her without thinking of her wit, intelligence and quirky off-beat sense of humor. She liked nothing more than laughing at her own jokes and loved it even more if you were laughing along with her. Whether it be a real life encounter on the streets of NY or a fictional character she was working on, Amanda was a wonderful story teller.
More than anything, though hers was a life cut short much too young, she was a beautiful person with the kindest heart imaginable. Her life will be remembered by all those who loved her as one lived with a deep capacity for love, and a truly unforgettable and generous spirit. She will be truly missed.
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Kathy Schweitzer posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
I was saddened and troubled by the news of Amanda's passing. I was just one of the kids who grew up on Connett Place with Amanda and all the kids on the block. She was taken away from us much too soon. May she be at peace now with our Lord. My condolences to the Collins Family. With deepest sympathy, Kathy Schweitzer
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Kathleen Pope-Fisher posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Thinking of Amanda and missing her. She's been in my thoughts so much lately, and memories of past holiday celebrations with her brought extra joy to the season. So sad not to have her here now.
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