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Four Ulysses High School Students Killed In Accident

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Posted: 3:19 PM Mar 27, 2008
Last Updated: 7:10 PM Mar 30, 2008
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The Kansas Highway Patrol identified the four high school girls who died Thursday morning in a tragic car accident.

17-year-olds Victoria Dowell, Julia Alcala, Veronica McDaniel and 16-year-old Myranda Mason were killed in the accident. The driver of the car, 17-year-old Jennifer Longfellow was injured in the crash and was flown to an Amarillo, Tex. hospital.

The Ulysses police chief said that four high school students were killed Thursday afternoon after their car was struck by an 18-wheeler at the intersection of Highway 160 and Stubbs Rd.

The accident happened three minutes before noon, according to the chief. Ulysses High School has an open lunch policy.

The police chief said Longfellow's car stopped at the intersection, but then proceeded across the highway into the path of the semi.

He said the car was struck on the passenger side and spun around into a ditch. The semi appeared to have been eastbound.

"They were very typical high school sophomore girls," said Ulysses High School Principal Rodger Hilton. "They were full of life and vitality. Two of them were on the softball team and another was a cheerleader."

Thursday's girls softball game was canceled and a prayer vigil was planned at a local church. Meanwhile, Hilton said school will resume on Friday with grief counselors on hand.

"The best advise is for parents to encourage their kids to return to normal activities as quickly as possible," Hilton says. "That includes returning to school tomorrow. It's going to be toughest day, but each day after will get better and better."

Ulysses is a town of about 5,600 people about 60 miles west of Dodge City.

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Posted by: Cassie Location: Ness on Oct 17, 2008 at 02:27 PM
aww i miss u guys so much!!! ull always be in mah heart... i love u guys

Posted by: erica crista luly Location: ulysses on Apr 10, 2008 at 03:40 PM
we miss you all allways in our haerts god bless you

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Kansas on Apr 4, 2008 at 09:50 PM
How about everyone leave the negative comments and drama somewhere else. The families are reading this, learn a little respect!!

Posted by: Friend of Myranda's Location: Ulysses on Apr 4, 2008 at 12:48 PM
R.I.P Girls! You will always be in my heart Myranda I Love and Miss you..

Posted by: Sol Location: Hugoton H. S. on Apr 4, 2008 at 11:10 AM
all of our hearts are with the families we are very sorry for what had happened. will keep praying not only for them but for all the teenagers around the world!

Posted by: CAROL Location: LAKIN on Apr 3, 2008 at 12:33 AM
MAY GOD BE WITH THE FAMILIES AT THEIR TIME OF LOSS. PRAY FOR A RECOVERY OF THE GIRL THAT SURVIVED.AND GOD HOLDS THESE YOUNG GIRLS IN HIS HOME IN HEAVEN.

Posted by: brian minks Location: zurich ks on Apr 2, 2008 at 09:54 PM
we would like to thank The Patriot Gaurd for being there and to the familys our hearts and prayers our with you. We are sorry for your loss.

Posted by: Kr. Location: Garden City Kansas on Apr 1, 2008 at 11:30 PM
The Quote, "You Never Know What You Have Untel Its Gone" Fits Well With This Situatuion. I Didnt know these girls personaly, but my thought and prayers are with the familys of the four young women who lost their lives, the driver or the semi, and most of all jennifer. I couldnt imagin being in her shoes right now. She is going to need all the support she can get, not blame! my heart goes out to you Jennifer! Stay Strong. God has a plan for you! Carry on the memories of your dear friends, and keep your head up! ~R.I.P. Girls, You'r Lives Were Taken So Soon~

Posted by: Rebecca Hance Location: Stella MO on Apr 1, 2008 at 10:24 PM
I am deeply sorry for the lose. My heart goes out. I lost four of my best friends in 05 & i lost my best friend in 2006 also in a wreck. Rely on the lord to help you through this. -rebecca

Posted by: Drew Location: Scott City, Kansas on Apr 1, 2008 at 11:38 AM
I wish that you would correct the ages of the girls at Ulysess, that were killed. 1 was 15, and 4 of them were 16 yrs. old. It makes a big difference in the bill at Topeka, Thank you.

Posted by: uly citizen Location: ulysses on Apr 1, 2008 at 12:26 AM
A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE PATRIOT GUARD!!!! Thanks to the Patriot Guard, the families and friends of the four girls lost were shielded from the deranged antics of those crackpots from the WBC in Topeka that showed up at the Memorial service Monday evening. Again thank you!

Posted by: Peirce Location: wichita on Mar 31, 2008 at 11:44 PM
My heart goes out to all of the mom's. You have all been in my prayers. May God wrap his arms around all of you and know that you were blessed to have such beautiful girls even if only for a short time. God bless you all, Billy and I are praying for you.

Posted by: Crystal Location: Dodge City on Mar 31, 2008 at 08:51 PM
I would like to express my sympathy for all of the families affected by this tragedy, as a graduate of Ulysses in 99 my heart aches for my community. I know you guys can pull together and rise up from devestation you have a strong town and so many people are praying for all of you. GOD BLESS ULYSSES

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Ulysses, KS on Mar 31, 2008 at 07:30 PM
Remembering & praying for the families who lost their precious daughters ~ may God be with each of you during this difficult time & give you strength & healing in the days ahead. Remembering & praying for Jennifer ~ may we surround her with our love & support & may God's healing ways help her through this & in the days to come.

Posted by: sarah Location: mulvane,ks on Mar 31, 2008 at 06:28 PM
ulysses is in mulvane's thoughts and prayers. i am a senior at MHS and we have had our share of losses and you showed your support through that, now we will return the support. you will be in our hearts!

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Ulysses on Mar 31, 2008 at 03:15 PM
Although the loss of these girls was a tragic incident what I cannot and donot understand is why such a small town community sees fit to start all the rumors. What happen to these girls was an eye opener to many including myself but it is not my place to judge. The Lord has done that. For those who truly new Him as their Lord and Saviour I thank God today as I have everyday since that they new Him personally. For those that didn't I pray for the community to come together and teach our young ones about Gods saving grace so that there is never another question. For all the support for these girls and their families and the prayers for them and the truck driver as well. These are all very appreciated by the community of Ulysses

Posted by: anonymous Location: ulysses on Mar 31, 2008 at 01:38 PM
anybody who thinks that courtney was faking it should get their information straight! She has been best friends with Tori since 4th grade! Julia and Tori were part of our softball team and i dont think that you guys should be worrying about it! I was a good friend of those two as well! My heart goes out to all the families!

Posted by: Sayo Location: Atlanta, GA on Mar 31, 2008 at 01:27 PM
I am so sorry for your losses. A friend of mine died my senior year of high school and I know what it feels to lose a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the girls and the community as well. May God give you all the strength to pull through this horrible tragedy.

Posted by: Sandy Canady Location: Mulvane, Ks on Mar 31, 2008 at 11:50 AM
i'm so sorry for your guys losses...i know what you guys are going through...you guys are in my prayers and all i can say is community is the best thing you guys can have to help get you guys through this tragic time...mulvane high school will pray for you guys sincerely mulvane, kansas

Posted by: Anonymous Location: DHS on Mar 31, 2008 at 09:52 AM
Im really sorry for what the families are going through right now. All my prayers go to the last surviver "keep holding on to your life".

Posted by: steve arni marg and jordan Location: corpus christi texas on Mar 30, 2008 at 11:10 PM
our prayers are with all the families tonight. our heart is so burden for the loss of tori. she was our neighbor and playmate of my children for 5 yrs. she will never be missed. my daughter has open lunch in texas and i am so opposed because our town has alot more traffic than ulysses. it is a concern for me all the time at noon here. my heart goes out to all and i pray that you can find strength through God, friends and family. tori, you could set up a mean lemonade stand! we love you!

Posted by: Stewart Location: Stanton County on Mar 30, 2008 at 10:27 PM
No matter what part of the world it happens in, it's always heartbreaking when children lose their lives. It happened close to home this time and that makes it tougher. I pray the good Lord wraps his arms around the the family members of those girls and brings them peace and comfort as they deal with this. I also pray for the truck driver. He's got to live with this too. If I were in his shoes, I don't know if I could handle it. May the Lord also comfort him and bless him with the strength and confidence to overcome this and continue with his life.

Posted by: Tori on Mar 30, 2008 at 10:18 PM
To all the families and friends and to the community involved in this tragic accident, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. God has a special plan for each of the girls that has passed. And hope you can find a sense of peace in that. As far as the truck drive, I am so sorry that you had to go through this. It is horrific and something that will never go away that will remain with you for life. And for that may god help you, find peace for you as well. As far as the jennifer, may the angels surround you and help you fight the biggest battle of your life. For physically and mentally, it will be a challenge. Don't give a blame, understand and help eachother move on. Pull together, not apart.

Posted by: Elaine Location: Plains on Mar 30, 2008 at 09:13 PM
My brother is a sophmore there in UHS and knew the girls.It breaks my heart to hear about this tragedy.It really is hard to believe that they are gone.I hope and pray that Jennifer pulls through ok.And I agree the speed limit needs to go down.My prayers are with the family,friends,students and the community.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Ulysses on Mar 30, 2008 at 07:34 PM
Micky maybe it wasnt the same 17 years ago now teenagers are more outgoing than before. I think all the students should stay in school for lunch.Its for their own safety. I live here in Ulysses and when its lunch time for the high school kids I dont even want to drive by the school because it gets crazy. We all know this accident could of happened at another time but it didnt. Before I asked what Courtney had said and im sorry I did. It is true that she was upset and that I dont think she meant to say it like that. God be with the parents of the four girls that passed away and pray for Jennifer.

Posted by: Stephanie Location: Mississippi on Mar 30, 2008 at 06:23 PM
Well, over half the town of Ulysses is related to me one way or another. I didn't know the girls, but i know some of the people they were friends with and my mom and dad know a few of their parents. I heard about it and my heart ached. I've been there so many times, and i just can't believe that something like this could happen to such a small community. Just like when the tornado hit Greensburg, KS last year. Its horrible and all of my prayers are with the families and friends.

Posted by: Micky Location: Weatherford, Texas on Mar 30, 2008 at 12:55 PM
First and foremost, My thoughts and prayers are with the families, students, and the entire community. I graduated from Ulysses High School in 1991. I don't recall any accidents during the Lunch Hour. It was open then too. I say shame on those that bring up this political issue. This could have happened if they were simply going to golf practice, which the intersection where it occurred is where you turn to go to the golf course. Sad days ahead in Ulysses. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Posted by: lucy Location: liberal on Mar 30, 2008 at 10:23 AM
We all realize now that we never kno when somethin can happen 2 any of us we pray that such a horrible tragedy like this one will never happen again.. Losing a friend our a loved one in such a horrible accident is hard for anyone to go thru it's the harest thing any parent would ever go thru is losing a child, all of us in liberal share the prayers for these 4 girls even tho us high schoolers didnt kno them maybe some have, but we all pray for the families n friends of these 4 girls who lost there lives...may u all rest in peace

Posted by: Paula Location: Udall on Mar 29, 2008 at 11:21 PM
This pain from the loss of a child, I can not fathom. It must be enormously overwhelming. God grant each of you strength in the days to come.

Posted by: cassie Location: ulysses on Mar 29, 2008 at 08:42 PM
:( i was reaaly sad when they told me i was friends with myranda and julia and jennifer i started to cry i miss u guys

Posted by: lamanda Location: Dodge City ks on Mar 29, 2008 at 08:29 PM
I am very deeply sadden by this as a mother of 3 teen boys I just could not imagine the pain of losing a child, these girls are in my hearts and I am praying for the familes

Posted by: Rene Location: Kansas on Mar 29, 2008 at 06:07 PM
PEOPLE...COME ON. 4 girls have lost their life. This is not the time to pick on Courtney! I saw what she said and she obviously was upset - wouldn't you be? It came out the wrong way - haven't you ever done that? Of course - we all have. I feel sorry for anyone that would focus on those comments at a time like this. What kind of a person would do that? Forget being ashamed of KAKE - you should be ashamed of yourself. It definately is not a kind and Christian way to behave.

Posted by: Mandy Martinez Location: Denver CO on Mar 29, 2008 at 05:21 PM
With the support of the community, family, and friends Ulysses and the victims families will cope with this. My heart and soul goes out to this town and to the injured survivor. God Bless! Revelation 21:2,3

Posted by: sadness Location: ulysses on Mar 29, 2008 at 04:36 PM
ulysses people request to close school the day of the furnal, so our committe will pay our respect to the families in ulysses, ks on their sorrow. please again request there to be no school that day!!!

Posted by: Abby Location: Mulvane on Mar 29, 2008 at 03:03 PM
i am so sorry for your loss. i'm a senior at mulvane high school, and we lost a girl in my class at the begining of the year. it absolutley broke my heart to hear about this. our school has suffered the lost of 4 people over a year, but i cant imagine losing 4 people at once. i know its hard, but just know that those girls love each and everyone of you and will forever be looking over you. your school will pull together and you will get through it together. although you dont think so now, one day you will be able to talk about those girls and rejoice about their lives, instead of mourn. i hope this has helped, and i wish you all the best of luck. with love.

Posted by: LD Location: LSMT Windthorst TX on Mar 29, 2008 at 01:37 PM
Dana, my prayers are with you and your entire family, Jennifer & her family, and the truck driver. May God lift you up and give you the strength to get through this.

Posted by: Anonymous on Mar 29, 2008 at 11:30 AM
We in Kearny county have experienced a loss in the recent years of two students, we learned as a community to pull together, and grieve. The loss of life is unbearable, and the guilt and remoress, of those left to survive such a tragedy will go on for a lifetime. Our hearts go out to all involved, may god be with you all.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: ulysses on Mar 29, 2008 at 09:23 AM
we at ulyses are truly sorry for our loss my prayers are with all of you may god bless all of us and help us get through it.maby we should think about lowering our speed limit to 30mph verses 50.

Posted by: Lyndsey Location: Meade Kansas on Mar 29, 2008 at 08:33 AM
I Live in meade.. my friends and i were sittin at the lunch table thinkin about what happen. and i popped the question what if we were in that girls spot? we would be sitting here thinking.. i killed my friends.. not a purpose. i didnt mean to get in that car that day and purposely killed my friends i feel very sorry.. may god be with you through hard and easy time with all my love.. Lyndsey..

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Kansas on Mar 29, 2008 at 08:04 AM
My prayers are with the families of these 4 girls and also with Jennifer.I also pray for the semi driver.He looked really sad when I seen him at the accident scene.It wasnt his fault but he must feel guilt anyways.Only god knows why things like this have to happen. I have three kids and I know they are they are mine but I also know that god can take them away when ever he wants.I was in an accident when I was in 8th grade and I guess god didnt need me yet and he gave me another chance to change my life.I heard Jennifer is coming home on Monday is it true.What are Jessica and Kim talking about? What did Courtney Anthony say? I didnt see that when it was aired. But whatever it was it must of been really bad trash talk.

Posted by: George Location: Hutchinson on Mar 29, 2008 at 01:20 AM
I agree with many many others. Very horrible accident. Prayers are with all the families of these girls. But as mentioned in a couple of these comments. I drive a Semi. theses trucks empty or full can not stop on a dime. And the age of teen age drivers needs to be raised. I understand the age of a driver may be getting younger. I hope the governor or whoever is in charge of changing these laws use this moment as an example not to. Again prayers are with all.

Posted by: robbie Location: johnson on Mar 28, 2008 at 11:36 PM
i feel bad for this very tragic accdient i bless the mothers who lost there daughters and for the familys

Posted by: Niahylee Location: Garden city ks on Mar 28, 2008 at 11:12 PM
Yeah i heard about it at gchs and they were talking tu us about it and i feel bad for the girl.. cause how shes in pain.. but R.I.P to the girls that passed away

Posted by: Amber Location: Garden City on Mar 28, 2008 at 11:07 PM
As I write this with such a heavy heart, it saddens me to see families that must endure a tragedy of an untimely death of a loved one, that I also was faced with a few short months ago. First and foremost, my condolences go out to the family and friends of these fine young ladies. May you trust in the Lord and please know that God will give you strength, as hard and as unbearable as the pain may seem. I also pray for the truck driver, Mr. Sauer, knowing that he must be carrying a lot of pain in this loss. Blessings.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: garden city on Mar 28, 2008 at 11:06 PM
I agree that kake should not have aired the interview with Courtney, however it was very clear that that girl was hurting and at the verge of tears. I dont know her but I am sure that what she was trying to say just did not come out right. She was not trying to be hurtful in any way.

Posted by: Spc. Ronald & Barbara George Location: Garden City, KS on Mar 28, 2008 at 10:59 PM
Our hearts have hurt all day for the families and friends of the 4 girls lost in this horrible accident. I can't even begin to understand how it would feel to lose someone that you love as dearly as your own child. Sgt. Longfellow and Family, please know that we are praying for Jennifer and she is on our minds every waking hour. Your family will be in the thoughts and prayers of All the soldiers and wives of the 1-161.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Johnson ks on Mar 28, 2008 at 10:56 PM
God bless the families of this four young girls.

Posted by: Martha Location: Elkhart on Mar 28, 2008 at 10:24 PM
It is really bad that this had to happen to understand how inportant is to keep kids in school at lunch time.. PRAYERS BE WITH YOU ALL

Posted by: Tim Location: Cimarron Kansas on Mar 28, 2008 at 09:40 PM
God Bless the familys and the truck driver. PLEASE DRIVE SAFE AND BUCKLE UP

Posted by: Rene Location: Kansas on Mar 28, 2008 at 09:22 PM
As the mother of a young teenage girl, I cannot imagine your grief & sadness. My prayers are with you. Let's pray for the lone survivor of this tragedy...can you imagine the heartbreak she will feel (live with for the rest of her life)? Bless her heart...Prayers be with you all.

Posted by: Cari Location: Wichita on Mar 28, 2008 at 08:20 PM
I am the mother of 3 young daughters. This story broke my heart. I was also in an accident when I was 16, though not this tragic. I pray for the girls lost and their families, but mostly for the young lady still here, and the semi driver who will both have to remember this. Their poor hearts will forever be scared, but we thank GOD for their lives.

Posted by: jessica Location: johnson on Mar 28, 2008 at 07:37 PM
Shame on you KAKE! I agree with Kim you should have never aired that garbage from Courtney!

Posted by: anonymous Location: ulysses on Mar 28, 2008 at 07:27 PM
At 8:00 tonight friday the 28, at the wreck site there will be a candle light memorial please go if you have any queston please call Jessica Wise at 353-5415 or Travis Morphis at 353-0195 thanks and god bless you.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Liberal on Mar 28, 2008 at 07:18 PM
I was deeply saddend to hear of this terrible tragedy. I remember going to UHS and having open lunch. Is this something that the schoolboard will be rethinking? My thoughts and prayers go out to all of those in the town of Ulysses. God Bless You all.

Posted by: A.J.M. Location: Belton, MO on Mar 28, 2008 at 05:17 PM
I just heard about the car accident on KMBC 9 news and I was deeply saddened about the events. I have been involved in a tragic car accident myself and understand what the friends and family are going through. I hope that God gives everyone affected by this loss the strength to make it through. The girl's families and friends as well as the truck driver are in my thoughts and prayers.

Posted by: matthew Location: ulysses on Mar 28, 2008 at 03:50 PM
may this tragic event not be forgotten in a week or a month, may everyone that reads these entry's or hears of them, set down your differences. Set aside your anger and hatred and destructive feeling. Anyone in our lives can be taken in an instant, a blink of an eye. May we all be grateful and appreciative of those that we have in our lives, those that are around us, for we are all related, we are all one. may these dividing lines be dropped by the wayside and may we love everyone around us as we love our family. to parents, pls remember that "those that are the hardest to love are those that need to be loved the most" this is an opportunity for our community, lets not waste it. we love you all. may creator wrap his loving arms around these girls as he takes them home.

Posted by: Meza Location: Emporia on Mar 28, 2008 at 03:36 PM
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the familes. God bless you all!

Posted by: Anonymous Location: ulysses on Mar 28, 2008 at 02:31 PM
IT IS GOING TO BE REALLY HARD TO GET OVER THE 4 THAT AREN'T WITH US ANYMORE. I AM PRAYIG FOR ALL OF THE FAMILYS.GOD BLESS YOU!!

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Partridge, Ks on Mar 28, 2008 at 01:54 PM
As a parent of a 16 year old driver my heart goes out to the entire community. My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you.

Posted by: anonymous Location: ulysses on Mar 28, 2008 at 01:00 PM
i wish this would have never happen i wish to turn the hands of time n bring them back its hard not to stare into the hallway n not see them all hanging on there spot laughing

Posted by: Kim Location: Goddard on Mar 28, 2008 at 12:01 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with the families of all involved parties. **** To Kake - you should be ashamed of the news cast you aired with Courtney Anthony!

Posted by: nikki Location: mcpherson ks on Mar 28, 2008 at 11:12 AM
I just want to let the family and friends of these fine young women to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. I hope that you will find the strength to cope with this tragic loss.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Andale on Mar 28, 2008 at 10:59 AM
ANDALE IS PRAYING FOR ULYSSES FAMILIES AND SCHOOL.

Posted by: Ron Location: Garden City on Mar 28, 2008 at 10:57 AM
So tough to hear this today. Our prayers for the families, school and community. I pray also for God's grace and peace for the truck driver as I am sure he is hurting.

Posted by: shelby Location: johnson on Mar 28, 2008 at 10:39 AM
i hope that the girl is okay becuase that was the worst thing that i have ever heard of i didnt know them but is still every sad

Posted by: Amy Location: Kansas on Mar 28, 2008 at 10:27 AM
This tragedy is another example of why we need to take these moving weapons out of the hands of teenagers. They don't have the maturity to really grasp the fact that they are in a 2,000 pound moving vehicle, not sitting in their living rooms. Teenagers need a little bit more time to mature before being entrusted with this responsibility. I realize that there are mature, responsible teenagers out there but unfortunately teenagers in general tend to make rash decisions and become distracted when around their friends. My thoughts and prayers go to the families of these girls. God be with you.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: MHS on Mar 28, 2008 at 10:15 AM
This hit me hard, even though I don't know the girls it brings back all of our horrible losses.. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and the whole community for what has happened! We all are thinking of you!

Posted by: John Tucker Location: Hutchinson on Mar 28, 2008 at 10:12 AM
I just feel sick, things like this are just so difficult to comprehend. May God show you his infinite compassion and mercy. You are in our thoughts and prayers, the families, the community and anybody who is effected by this tragedy. I remember teaching at Oskaloosa, KS when two students were killed in an auto accident. After hearing of this accident in Ulysses, I had to research to find out when it had happened. Ironically - it happened on 9/11/01. I couldn't believe it had been over 6 years ago. Bottom line - your pain will be eased, your life will go on, then something will happen so that the memory of these friends will return. Please cherish the blessing of memories of all those good times.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Ulysses on Mar 28, 2008 at 10:11 AM
My heart goes out to all involved. I know all the girls and their families and it is so very heart wrenching! May God be with all of them,the semi driver and with All of Ulysses. This is a horrible, horrible loss! Our prayers are with you!

Posted by: Connie Location: Garden City, Ks on Mar 28, 2008 at 10:05 AM
My heart goes out to all the families and students in Ulysses. This same thing happened when I graduated from Ulysses. LeAnn, I am here if you need me.

Posted by: Julie Beth Location: Houston, TX on Mar 28, 2008 at 09:59 AM
Our prayers and love goes out to the Ulysses High School student body, the girl's families and friends.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Ulysses, Ks. on Mar 28, 2008 at 08:36 AM
As a part of this community I must say that, We are all here for each other. As friends, families, and love ones ,there is always a shoulder to lean on. These girls are all in a better place and may they rest in peace. But as the parent of a teenage student myself- it doesn't do any good to condem these young kids (cause they'll do it anyway) Just be there for them. Be the parent but also be their best friend. Life is to short to let them slip through your fingers.

Posted by: lg Location: Kansas on Mar 28, 2008 at 08:23 AM
I send my prayers out to the truck driver and the girls families!

Posted by: Heather Location: Larned on Mar 28, 2008 at 08:16 AM
I'm So Sorry I was sorry to learn of your loss , And I Wanted to express My deepest sympathies. Not one of us Knows where our road Will lead us or where Our road ends. But in times of Sorrow, we receive Comfort from our friends. If there is anything I can do for you Anything at all... I'll be here for you; Always your friend. My deepest sympathies To you and your family. May God Bless You and comfort you in your hour of grief.

Posted by: LG Location: Emporia,KS on Mar 28, 2008 at 08:09 AM
Having lived in the Ulysses community for several years I want you to know that my heart breaks for the families of these girls as well as the community. This horrible tragedy is beyond what words can express. I know that the community of Ulysses will be there for you every step of the way as you deal with this loss. My prayers are with you all.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: kansas on Mar 28, 2008 at 07:10 AM
So sorry for your loss, this is soo tragic. You can find a list of all their names on the Kansas higway patrol crash log. I didn't know any of them but I am praying for their famlies

Posted by: sanchez Location: emporia on Mar 28, 2008 at 06:03 AM
I send out my prayers to all of the families and community in ulysses, my daughter grew up with these girls for the first 11 years of her life and it breaks my heart for the tragidy. My daughter and our family are thinking of you. god bless

Posted by: citizen Location: augusta on Mar 27, 2008 at 11:55 PM
my heart feels for the loss of these girls. people need to remember semi trucks can not stop quickly. my family drives one and i know from the way they talk it takes a while to get them stopped. think of the trucker also say prayers for them also.

Posted by: jessica Location: arkansas city on Mar 27, 2008 at 11:55 PM
Peace to the families during this time of loss. May the Lord be with us all.

Posted by: Latisha Location: Wichita Kansas on Mar 27, 2008 at 10:57 PM
To all who were affected in this tragic accident, my prayers are with all! Those four girls will be truly missed. To susan and Dana, this is a horrible accident. We love all of you and we feel your grief!

Posted by: Janet Location: southwestern KS on Mar 27, 2008 at 10:51 PM
Parents, wrap your arms around your children, whatever their age and cherish that moment. I pray that everyone involved, finds peace in the days ahead. Bless you all.

Posted by: Joseph Location: Franco on Mar 27, 2008 at 10:49 PM
My heart goes out to the familys of every girl who lost there life in the traggic accident. May the souls find peace where they're at now and may the rest in peace!

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Anthony on Mar 27, 2008 at 09:42 PM
This is another horrible loss. I was a senior at CHS when we lost 3 girls in a car wreck and several other students and staff to wrecks and other horrible accidents. My heart goes out to everyone at that school because i really do know what your going through and i wouldnt wish it on even my worst enemy.

Posted by: Brian Location: Kansas on Mar 27, 2008 at 09:29 PM
Kansas is very saddend today. I feel for the families, friends and everyone touched by this. And agreed, it is equally important to remember the truck driver as well - he or she will live with this tragedy and be in need of support likewise.

Posted by: Linda James Ledford Location: Seiling, Ok on Mar 27, 2008 at 09:02 PM
I have nnot heard names but it does not matter. I still find myself thinking and praying for the students and families. In 1999-2000 I was a school nurse there. These girls would've been 2nd graders. We have no guarantees and never know what a difference a day can make.

Posted by: TL Location: Wichita on Mar 27, 2008 at 08:54 PM
I am so saddened to hear about this tragic accident. Please accept my heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and classmates of each of these girls. I can't begin to imagine the impact that will be felt throughout your community in the days to come. As a mother of two teens this is a somber reminder of just how precious every moment of life truly is. Although I do not know their names or their life stories, I am certian each and every one has made a difference in someone elses life. My thoughts and prayers for peace and acceptance are with you all today and in the difficult days to come as you grieve and heal.

Posted by: Anonymous on Mar 27, 2008 at 08:25 PM
Please remember the semi driver in this accident also. This is something that will haunt him a long time. Please drive safely!

Posted by: anonymous Location: western kansas on Mar 27, 2008 at 08:25 PM
My heart goes out to the entire community of Ulysses. Small towns are like big families and this truly is a tragic day. I pray that God will bring peace and strength to those involved and endurance for all in their grief. I carry you all in my heart and will keep you in prayer.

Posted by: Kim Location: Purdon, TX on Mar 27, 2008 at 07:52 PM
My heart breaks for the girls parents. I went to school with the two that were cousins and they were there for us 2 1/2 years ago when we lost our son. We love you Susan & Dana

Posted by: the parisho family Location: wichita ks on Mar 27, 2008 at 07:29 PM
im sorry for the loss of your baby girls. My thoughts are with you.

Posted by: Katie Location: Garden City on Mar 27, 2008 at 05:08 PM
I must express my condolences to the families and entire community of Ulysses in reference to the tragedy that has occurred. My heart and prayers go out to the entire school and city of Ulysses.

Posted by: ANONYMOUS Location: ULYSSES on Mar 27, 2008 at 04:43 PM
I AM PRAYING FOR THE LOVED ONES OF ALL WHO WERE IN THE ACCIDENT. IT SADDENS ME TO SEE THAT SOMEONE SO YOUNG HAD THEIR LIVES AHEAD OF THEM AND NOW THEY'RE GONE. ALTHOUGH I DIDN'T PERSONALLY KNOW THE GIRLS, I KNOW OF THEM AND THEIR FAMILES. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH THEM IN THIS DIFFICULT AND SAD TIME. THE COMMUNITY IS GREATLY AFFECTED BY THIS, AND IS A HUGE EYE OPENER. THIS IS A VERY VERY SAD DAY FOR MANY.