She was a light in the world who's honesty, kindness, and love, glowed bright.

My favorite memory of Pippi would be sitting in the Palace talking late at night. Our discussions ranged the gambit of friends, problems, love, and life.

When Pippi passed I said that I couldn't quite grasp the laughter of children anymore. Now that time has passed also, the laughter of children has new meaning for me. That of joy, but also of reflection to the great people who help make that happen. The Pipster made many children laugh in her time. That's what I try to keep close to my heart.

Tina 'Skylark' Vo

*having fun at camp
*playing at the park
*watching movies

Lexi Reimer

having fun at camp

Veronica Reimer

The smell of her hair, the crazy colors of her fingernails, having a pudding eating contest with her at camp over the mom and me weekend w veronica.....She always told me "I heart you JoJo" "I wanna grow up to be just like my big sissy" when she was little. She was my punky brewster, my little Boo. I remember her telling me about making her bandana quilt. Her taking veronica and lexi both swimming and pushing them on the swings. I also remember teaching her how to drive my van on the christmas eve before she turned 16. There was a couple of inches of snow on the ground and she was scared, but I told her that she had to learn sometime. She got it stuck once in the parking lot of the school but I made her get it out. We laughed so hard that we were both crying about it.

She was an amazing person and one that is missed more than enyone can imagine.

The necklaces she made and bracelets, and I remember her and I sitting and watching movies.

I love her and miss her very much.

Jodi Reimer

Allison was always smiling and could make any room light up! She lived life to the fulllest and was always looking out for everyone else. Oh how I miss her.

One of my favorite memories of Allie and me is when she was little, I would set her up on the sink in the bath room and curl her hair.

Laurie Hacker

The word that always comes to mind whenever I remember Allie is "Happy". She was such a bubbly personality and you couldn't help but be cheerful whenever she was around. Sure, she had her quiet moments (don't we all) -- but that cheerful, happy nature was never too far beneath the surface. Seeing your profile picture, with both of you smiling your beautiful smiles, really nails what a good time you were having and exemplifies Allie's happy spirit!! I miss her every day!!

Andi Roberts

A memory that I have of Allie...
The first day of Finals week of the year I knew her at GC, we woke up at the butt crack of dawn (waaaay before the sun was up!) and we drove out into the country to watch the sun rise. We didn't want to miss it, so we got out there extra early. After parking the car, we sat on the hood and watched. I remember how we both thought it was like a lightswitch that God just flicked on....it happened much more quickly than we thought. I remember talking about what Heaven might be like and how this memory was one we would talk about forever. It was just such an experience....one of my favorite memories of my time with Allie....

Love you and miss you, Al.

Tressa Stanley

Tank the armadillo
Playing catch phrase (and card nights)
Her smile lit up a room
One of the best huggers
Camp was more fun when Pippi was there
Girl talk at sleep overs

Robin 'Shoey' Bosten

Allison helped me so much during tough times and now I don't know who to look up to? Myself or someone else?

I Don't much talk about Allie much any more. It's hard cause it's like things are left with out answers. I want to cry but it just doesn't I Have Much love for her and always will but doin' all this just isn't something that I really do. I do have tattoos and think about her but I can't mourn anymore.

Matthew Reimer

Ryan told Allie my nickname, (Wedgie), and when she would come by our house on her bike and I'd be out she'd yell " hey Wedgie". She'd always stop and we'd chat-I loved talking to her-she was always upbeat and positive.

Kathy Spieden

I will always remember her smiling face.

Ralph Spieden

Still to this day it is difficult for me to accept that Allison won't be sending me emails of encouragement, hope and spirituality. I can't bring myself to delete her email address from my online address book. Today as I tended to the daylilies next to my house, I thought about Allison and how happy she was on the day she helped me plant those flowers. They bloom so bright and beautiful, just like Allison's smiling face. I miss hearing from her.

Kaylinda Tipsword

Can't believe it's been 4 years with out you. So many things have occured that we wish you could have been here for over these years. Thinking back, I can remember the first time I watched you and I had to call someone because you had a dirty diaper. I would do anything for my little sis- it was worth it. Wish you could cuddle up on me and take a nap; I could use a good one like we used to take. Now, I'm a dad can you believe it. Anabelle Renee is you all over again. It is fun being a dad. I miss my big brother hugs I used to get from you though, and I miss how you used to rest your head on my shoulder. You know Anabelle has me playing with girl toys again.
I look at the sky and see the moon and stars- and I know you are watching out for all of us. You have always been good at that! You know, when I light my fires- I light up the sky for you to see us better.
When I see your friends, it makes me happy. They remind me of you. I miss you sis. All those memories that we have together are in my head forever. I just wish I could have one more day with you and tell you that I love you. I would hug you and not let go. Your my little sis forever. Love ya, Keith

Keith Reimer

Allison,
There are many things that remind us of you and put a smile on our face each and every week. Seeing a person with a bandana on, a pretty purple flower, a clear full moon, a lingering butterfly, etc.. we could name so many things we see -when we know your spirit is with us. I think the biggest one is Anabelle, though! Keith and I wish so much you could be here with us and be an active part of her life. She is such a joy and her smile can melt your heart. We think she gets that from you!
You impacted so many people in a positive way, and you remind us and make us want to be better. We hope you will continue to watch over us and guide us when you can. We love you and miss you.

Keith and Tracey Reimer

Allison Renee, Your are missed dearly. Matt, Nate and I lined up for a
photo at Matt's grad party (height order of course). We did this at your
graduation too. It made me miss you so much.

Love you, Erin Renee

Besides missing everything about her... I miss her "Are you ok Mom?".... She always knew.
I miss the fact she is the one would listen to country music in the car with me (unlike her brothers :-) )
I miss long drives back from Greenville.. sometimes talking, sometimes not.
She always (well almost always) had a smile on her face and she loved people - young and old.
I remember the very first time I touched her and the very last.... and they both brought tears!
Well this could be endless but I will share the space with others.

Lori Reimer

It's hard for me to talk about Pippi without using superlatives... THE
sweetest, THE nicest, THE most helpful person I've ever known. I try
to avoid it, especially when describing her to people who never got
the chance to meet her, because I know it seems fake. But it is really
how I think of her.
And I honestly believe another cliche, that I am a better person for
having known her. I try my best to model her selflessness whenever I
can.

Renata 'Zelda' Sancken

I don't ever know what to say about Pippi I didn't know her very long really other then she was a great counselor. I didn't have long to get to know her as much more but for the few days I was able to work with her I could tell she was as great of a person as she was a counselor. I miss her alot and I'm sad I didn't get to know her more.

Briana 'Sponge' G.

There are so many things that bring Allison quickly to mind - watching "Reba", some of the youth activities at church, pictures of her through the years -- but one thing we really had together, and I've probably mentioned it frequently, is a simple song - "I see the moon and the moon sees me and the moon sees somebody I'd like to see. God bless the moon and God bless me and God bless the somebody I'd like to see." I can often see the moon from my living room rocking chair and the song comes to mind - and I wish Allison were here to sing it with me as we use to do. -- and maybe she does.

Grandma Schroeder

Allie was always cheerful and optimistic since the day she was born. She had a rough start with her health from day one but she was always strong and fought her way out of it all. From the day she was born, I have never seen her get mad or say anything negative about anyone. Her calmness, kindness and gentleness was attributed much from her wonderful mother.

Words from her uncle Quoc....who misses her and thinks of her often.

I remember the last time I worked with Pippi. It was day camp the summer she passed and I was one of the Program aids working with her. The group stood in the parking lot and played mind games. All her girls loved her and were smiling. I left early because I was going to Florida. She gave such a hard time for leaving her and wanting a post card or something. She was one of my favorite people to work with and she taught me a lot about how to be the best councilor I could be. I miss her so much!

Liz 'Bob' Tanner

One word? Precious! I remember taking the kids camping in our
Winebago (bago to Allie) The girls slept in a bed that lowered down above the drivers seat. During the night I heard Allie crying and went to see what was up. Couldn't find her!! She had slipped off the bed and was sitting on the dashboard between the windshield and the stearing wheel which was covered by a curtain. Later we all laughed about it. She slept with me the rest of the night.

G-ma Livingston

My favorite memories are Pippi helping me prank all of you when we lived in the treehouses!

Liz 'Pookie' Yost

I remember the first time at camp when Jamie dragged me over to meet her friend Allison - I didn't know then that would be a lifetime friendship. And how small her little brothers were - good grief. :)

I miss her smile, her laughter, her hiya moms, and her hugs.

And yelling down our basement stairs where the girls were playing.

Me: what'cha doing?
Allison and Jamie in unison: Nothing!

Joyce Fuller

I still to this day remember our yearbook meetings and the time with Mrs. D...car rides to the games we had to attend for band...the roadtrip to your college where I still think you are...I miss you to this day and will always love you. xXx

Kendall 'Skittles' Juers

I miss her saying hi ya pops and i remember smile and good nature towards everyone.

Bill Reimer