EAerodyne 0 #101 August 27, 2004 I would like to take this opportunity to mention that Aerodyne will be running an advertisement which went to press at the beginning of the month, where we feature a quote from Adria promoting our Smart Reserve. I don't want people to be offended by this, nor would I want for the ad to continue should there be strong objections from friends and family. I also don't want people to think that we have been disrespectful in running this ad. It went to press at the beginning of the month and should be in your mailbox shortly. Curt seeing you are in touch with most people here perhaps you could communicate this to the family and I will respect their wishes in pulling the ad for the next issues, should they so wish. I would also like people to know that this was with Adria's absolute consent and her authorized permission to use it any advertising we might choose to. The quote can be viewed on our website under the Smart page where we have featured that quote from her for a couple months now. My personal opinions are that this is in a way a nice little way of remembering Adria and what she meant to our little company as well as her willingness to help us out wherever she could. Curt please email me at [email protected] should you have any feedback. respectfully Bushman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SamerMasry 0 #102 August 27, 2004 QuoteMy personal opinions are that this is in a way a nice little way of remembering Adria I think it helps to show the mark she left on this sport and this discussion shows the mark she left in our hearts. ----------------------------------------------- The difference between fear and respect is knowledge. Learn more about what your doing and you won't be afraid to do it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #103 August 27, 2004 Hey Samer This has nothing to do with Adria, but we met a couple of months ago while you were at a certain legal span in potato land while you were there with Abby. Hope things are well with you and I just wanted you to know that you rocked that weekend. There's no way in hell we could have done as many jumps as we did with out your excellent ground crew help. Plus I hope you enjoyed the thing you did at the end of the weekend. Will we see you up there again in the future? Steve Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flycurt 0 #104 August 27, 2004 As was done for Nate Gilbert just a short time ago, I would like to propose a Nation-wide Tracking dive in Adria's honor, to take place at Sunset on Saturday, 28 Aug for Adria. Please post any video, pictures or links to such here. Thank You All so much Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgskydive 0 #105 August 27, 2004 Curt, sign me up!!!!!! May I make a suggestion. I know a few of those most close to Adria (one in particular) had said she was going to take a break for a bit.You know who I am talking about. I think if she isn't on this jump it would be a shame. MAybe a week or two from now when certain people are comfortable being back in the air? Just a suggestion. Either way I will be there this weekend.Dom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bigwallmaster 0 #106 August 27, 2004 yeah, you can count me in on that one!! Just name the time. cheers, J.P. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SamerMasry 0 #107 August 27, 2004 QuoteI would like to propose a Nation-wide Tracking dive in Adria's honor I'll organize one over at Taft this weekend if anybody's going to be heading out there. ----------------------------------------------- The difference between fear and respect is knowledge. Learn more about what your doing and you won't be afraid to do it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flycurt 0 #108 August 28, 2004 Memorial services for Adria will be at the: Glenabby Memorial Park and Mortuary Tuesday, 31 Aug 2004 @ 2PM in "The Chapel of the Roses" Glenabby Memorial Park and Mortuary 3838 Bonita Road Bonita, CA 91902 (619) 498-4600 This will be a closed casket memorial service. The funeral will be at a later time for family only. Any donations, in lieu of flowers would be greatly appreciated, in Adria's name to her favorite charity: Mama's Kitchen 1875 2nd Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 233-6262 Mama's Kitchen Thank You Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flycurt 0 #109 August 29, 2004 I would like to apologize, I misunderstood a detail of the information concerning Adria's memorial. This will be a memorial only, there will not be a casket, only flowers, pictures, family and friends. Again, I apologize for the misundertanding. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kbone 0 #110 August 30, 2004 QuoteThis will be a memorial only, there will not be a casket Why no casket? Not like it's any of my business how her family handles this but most funerals I have been to are in some place where people can gather together. Segregating the services might offend people who are not "chosen" to attend the real funeral and burial. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KolinskyDC 0 #111 August 30, 2004 QuoteQuote***This will be a memorial only, there will not be a casket Why no casket? Not like it's any of my business how her family handles this but most funerals I have been to are in some place where people can gather together. Segregating the services might offend people who are not "chosen" to attend the real funeral and burial. With all due respect, I am sure her family has their reasons and during this time probably do not care all that much if they "offend" anyone. People can still honor her and say their goodbyes without a casket. RIP sweet girl, have fun flying with all of the skydivers who have gone before you. Melissa "May the best of your past be the worst of your future" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeatherB 0 #112 August 30, 2004 I didn't think the ad was disrespectful...It was just a little disconcerting to flip the first pages and see a quote by someone who had just died. (I didn't know her but I'd heard the name) And then the two memorial pages for other jumpers. And a couple of fatality reports. It's a depressing issue. (but serves as a good reminder to take this sport seriously) Condolences to her friends and family. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightingale 0 #113 August 30, 2004 sometimes, its simply a logistics issue. If a lot of people are expected for a memorial service, many times its best to have an open memorial service for anyone who wishes to pay their respects, and a private funeral for close friends and family to say their goodbyes. Its a fairly common practice, and if it's what her family wants, that's what they should do. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgskydive 0 #114 August 30, 2004 QuoteSegregating the services might offend people who are not "chosen" to attend the real funeral and burial. I thought this was supposed to be about her family. To be honest most of her friends already got together this weekend and had a memorial (actually two) jumps and a candle light vigil at the DZ. A rose bush was planted in her honor and people got to say their piece. It was nice to here her closest friends speak and get to laugh and cry together one more time. I hope the girls (Jessica, Frida, Julie and Angelica) felt better after. They have been so effected by this, it is like losing a real sister for them! The 4 of them are truely AWESOME women!Dom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
martyburbank 0 #115 August 30, 2004 Here is a picture of Adria as a lawyer. I was lucky enough to know her as a lawyer and a skydiver. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
martyburbank 0 #116 August 30, 2004 I studied for the California Bar with her--if anything will put you in a bad mood that will do it--but not Adria--she was smiling every day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgskydive 0 #117 August 30, 2004 Quote Here is a picture of Adria as a lawyer. Please we only want to remember her in a good light. That lawyer thing...... I don't know man! She was a great person all around.Dom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carmenmullenix 0 #118 August 31, 2004 Skydivers, Today's on-line San Diego Union Tribune carries the obituary of Adria Allen. Her family did a phenomenal job with the write-up, considering how difficult it must have been for them. The obit has a link to a "Guest Book". For those not attending the services, I encourage each of you to take a moment and write a word or two of remembrance. It's important to show our love and support in this difficult time. Try this link: http://www.legacy.com/signonsandiego/LegacyHome.asp If that doesn't work, try: www.SignOnSanDiego.com in the right hand column, under "Latest News", click on "Obituaries". You'll see her name under "Family Placed Notices" Blue skies,Carmen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GravityGirl 0 #119 August 31, 2004 http://www.legacy.com/signonsandiego/LegacyHome.asp ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Peace and Blue Skies! Bonnie ==>Gravity Gear! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #120 August 31, 2004 Curt, please pass on our love for those of us that can't be there.---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flycurt 0 #121 September 1, 2004 QuoteWhy no casket? Not like it's any of my business how her family handles this but most funerals I have been to are in some place where people can gather together. Segregating the services might offend people who are not "chosen" to attend the real funeral and burial. Kbone- Do you have anything positive to say? Anything for Adria's family or friends? To answer your...questions. There was no casket, because this was a memorial service, not a funeral. You are correct, it's none of your business, but the service was in a place where many of Adria's family and friends gathered together. I would estimate over 200 people gathered. I'm sorry no one "checked" with you on how to conduct this service. You obviously have not a clue of what Adria's wishes were in this case. No one was offended by the segregation of services, and I am very sorry if this offended you. I will say this though, both of your posts concerning Adria slightly offended me. But, considering the source, I realize I am wasting energy on feeling this way. In your future postings, maybe you could read what you wrote before posting. Anyone can find negativity, it takes a genuine person to look for and find the positives. Thank you for your concern. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GravityGirl 0 #122 September 1, 2004 I'm glad you clicked "Post Reply" this time Curt. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Peace and Blue Skies! Bonnie ==>Gravity Gear! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kbone 0 #123 September 1, 2004 QuoteNo one was offended by the segregation of services, Did you ask anyone? I don't really care about this, it was just a comment. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgskydive 0 #124 September 1, 2004 Kbone why don't you give up. Leave the last word alone. To be honest nobody cares what youthink about the service at this point. Did you know Adria? If not then don't worry about it. You are messing up a perfectly good thread. Dom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conundrum 1 #125 September 1, 2004 QuoteQuoteNo one was offended by the segregation of services, Did you ask anyone? I don't really care about this, it was just a comment. It sounds like you're the only one who got offended. Just let it go. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
