tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post495634827082150491..comments2023-04-04T08:01:14.543-07:00Comments on living proof of me, you and us: Mary SaludaresAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10657529417228613572noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-81619686838606929832009-05-24T02:07:30.456-07:002009-05-24T02:07:30.456-07:00I was on my way to work an 11-7 shift at the Sleep...I was on my way to work an 11-7 shift at the Sleep Inn the night of Mary's passing. I normally walk to work, as I live just past the Best Western and it's only a very short trip for me to do so. That night, I got a ride from my brother, and saw the section of Route 24 cordoned off. I didn't find out what happened until I spoke to the security officers on duty, and learned that Mary had passed. <br /><br />I didn't know Mary, but I think of her every time I must cross that intersection on my way to or from work, and I say a prayer for her. I am so sorry for all of you who lost a friend, and my condolences.Angelanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-82106921792063354652009-03-07T04:55:00.000-08:002009-03-07T04:55:00.000-08:00I never knew Mary, only heard about the accident o...I never knew Mary, only heard about the accident on the news. I travel everyday back and forth to work passing by where Mary was tragically struck and every time she is in my mind and prayers. There is a new song by country and western singer Alan Jackson called "Sissy" and I would like to dedicate it to Mary. God please bless Mary's family and friends. I never knew that such a loss could be felt on someone when we never met. God bless you Mary.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-23641137165921136622009-02-25T13:49:00.000-08:002009-02-25T13:49:00.000-08:00Mary Saludares Memorial FundToday at 7:59amDear fa...Mary Saludares Memorial Fund<BR/><BR/>Today at 7:59am<BR/><BR/>Dear fans of The Washington Ballet,<BR/><BR/>Thank you all for the many warm words and encouragement since hearing of the tragic news concerning our Studio Company member, Mary Saludares. All at The Washington Ballet have been lifted up by your care and concern; out of this great tragedy has come a reminder that we have a special community here.<BR/><BR/>We have received many calls and emails asking how people can help during this time. The Washington Ballet has established the Mary Saludares Memorial Fund to help Mary’s family in the Philippines defray the costs of funeral arrangements, including returning Mary to the Philippines as her final place of rest. As you might imagine, this is not an easy thing to do, and the costs are a challenge.<BR/><BR/>If you are interested in honoring Mary’s memory and are able to provide a financial contribution, please contact Michael Hill at mhill@washingtonballet.org or (202) 362-3606 x122. Any contribution is welcome and should be made to the Ballet with an indication you desire that it be applied to this special fund for Mary.<BR/><BR/>Plans are under way for a memorial service for Mary early next month. Until then, we ask you to continue to hold our dancers and staff in your thoughts. But, more importantly, for those who knew Mary – either as a person or through her dancing – please remember the bright light she was to all with whom she came into contact.<BR/><BR/>Thank you again for your great care and concern.<BR/><BR/>Septime Webre Russell Allen<BR/>Artistic Director Executive DirectorBacardi Momentshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11970473404691085423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-80425215423639204282009-02-25T07:37:00.000-08:002009-02-25T07:37:00.000-08:00Mary was a batchmate of mine in highschool. We are...Mary was a batchmate of mine in highschool. We are so proud of her and we would definitely miss her.<BR/><BR/>btw<BR/><BR/>http://aboutmyrecovery.com/2009/02/25/julian-carlo-miguel-amiel-alcantara/#comment-276448<BR/><BR/>this blog might be a big help<BR/>the author of that blog offers grief counseling as well<BR/>you might want to pass it on to her familyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-30025262919271422822009-02-24T20:47:00.000-08:002009-02-24T20:47:00.000-08:00Mary always knew the right thing to say. She was s...Mary always knew the right thing to say. She was such a kind soul, always trying to help in any way possible. The loss of such an amazing person is impossible to explain. All I can hope is that God knew she was an angel and was ready to welcome her into heaven. I know she is still here with us, in spirit and in her lasting impression. Mary will be a beautiful angel shining down from heaven. <BR/>All my love and condolences to the Saludares family and friends<BR/>-Brooke KettlerAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04449486926131589730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-48884006262644535242009-02-23T20:13:00.000-08:002009-02-23T20:13:00.000-08:00what a beautiful girl... Mary, I promise you that ...what a beautiful girl... Mary, I promise you that you will never be forgotten. You have touched the heart of so many - you were a loyal older sister to my own son. I will never, ever be able to forget your exquisite beauty on stage - your lovely, graceful arms that extended so perfectly and the regal way in which you held yourself. We will miss you so very much.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-69123565166318196212009-02-23T07:52:00.000-08:002009-02-23T07:52:00.000-08:00Ohh, Peej, that was beautiful. You have me in tear...Ohh, Peej, that was beautiful. You have me in tears all over again, but that is okay. You did end with hope, as you said. And that leaves me with a good feeling. Thank you. :) Hugstiffemhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03696930360622776287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-3713914193008108422009-02-22T21:15:00.000-08:002009-02-22T21:15:00.000-08:00PJ, I am so sorry to hear this. I was just forward...PJ, I am so sorry to hear this. I was just forwarded the news article on it and found my way to your blog. My condolences to you, her friend's and her family.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-26235959584813769012009-02-22T20:43:00.000-08:002009-02-22T20:43:00.000-08:00Peej, I've been googling and crying at the same ti...Peej, I've been googling and crying at the same time... fyi your pic is in the "papers" hehe...<BR/><BR/>http://www.abc2news.com/news/local/story/Woman-Killed-Crossing-Route-24-in-Edgewood/S-VN5M5gHkuB192RMXv-IQ.cspx?rss=702<BR/><BR/>With a link to your page. <BR/><BR/>Chiniedizzychickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09820199962305234554noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-44365709048177628852009-02-22T18:30:00.000-08:002009-02-22T18:30:00.000-08:00Mary was such a beautiful, sweet soul...like a bre...Mary was such a beautiful, sweet soul...like a breath of spring...and to watch her dance sometimes it was hard to tell which was more luminous...she or the sunbeams shifting through England studio...yo me decia que si llegaba a ser mas divina, seria puro cielo, ella...<BR/> <BR/>I feel so blessed to be one who has known and loved her and will always be inspired remembering sweet Mary.<BR/><BR/>I just want to send my deepest sympathy to her family; We loved Mary so much; we held a Rosary for her here as soon as we could, once we heard the news. All our thoughts and prayers are with you, we feel the loss deeply and hope the love of so many is some small consolation.<BR/><BR/> And to all who, like me, waited with her at the bus stop, shared the daily stuggles, and can't bear to think that her sweet face is never going to appear around the next corner... I pray for the blessings of love and peace ---that Mary lived--- to be with us all. <BR/><BR/>SusannaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-63341308313427898212009-02-22T18:23:00.000-08:002009-02-22T18:23:00.000-08:00This made me cry. I miss MaryThis made me cry. I miss MaryAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-74466559048798117672009-02-22T18:14:00.000-08:002009-02-22T18:14:00.000-08:00there will be a mass for Mary tonight, feb23 at 6p...there will be a mass for Mary tonight, feb23 at 6pm at the sanctuario de san antonio in Forbes Park..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-3662239395366114422009-02-22T18:07:00.000-08:002009-02-22T18:07:00.000-08:00im soooooo sad, crying and feeling so bad that mar...im soooooo sad, crying and feeling so bad that mary died...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-83936359728532251452009-02-22T15:20:00.000-08:002009-02-22T15:20:00.000-08:00En Paraguay tambien estamos con mucha tristeza po...En Paraguay tambien estamos con mucha tristeza por lo ocurrido con la "dulce Mary". Trasmitimos nuestro pesar a su familia y amigos. Ella compartió con nuestra hija Diana momentos muy felices por lo que su ausencia será muy penosa. Paz para ella y familiares<BR/>Eladio & Isabel Ojeda(padres de Diana)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11857849358204493792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-41827743654378203602009-02-22T14:08:00.000-08:002009-02-22T14:08:00.000-08:00This is more than hard.. there are not words to sa...This is more than hard.. there are not words to say anymore.. anything is gonna make her walk in that door of our apt. a part of my is gone with her, but a much bigger part she left in me. The power of laughing and being happy and positive about life, the desire to grow, and be nice to everyone.. the multiple things she had are now more than even in all of us.. and im sure Mary is happy in a better place ,the one that is gonna treat her like the princess she is..Mary i miss you so much and i'll love you forever! i still think that you are here... i cant believe it... love you sweetie..Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02042193840270126987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-5832975890918588392009-02-22T12:20:00.000-08:002009-02-22T12:20:00.000-08:00My son called me this morning to tell me the sad n...My son called me this morning to tell me the sad news--he was at WSB last year with Mary and we had seen Mary dance several times. What a tragic loss! We are so sorry to hear of this loss--it affects us all.<BR/><BR/>Condolences to you and to her family.<BR/><BR/>Peace,<BR/>Powers familyA.J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04871909927748452271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-25098703046923658692009-02-22T06:44:00.000-08:002009-02-22T06:44:00.000-08:00mary was my batchmate in UP but we weren't that cl...mary was my batchmate in UP but we weren't that close. we hardly knew each other. but remembering mary and how she danced and captivated everyone, and thinking of her right now, it hurts... really. she was talented, a promising ballerina and my batchmates and i agree that this happened all too soon.<BR/><BR/>when i read your blog, i cried. i really did. i would never get to see her dance again nor get to know her better. what the Lord gives, He takes away.<BR/><BR/>i will be praying for her peace and for her family too.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-11307970959128109542009-02-22T05:06:00.000-08:002009-02-22T05:06:00.000-08:00I would never forget Mary's smile, she was truly t...I would never forget Mary's smile, she was truly the happiest person that I ever had meet in my entire life, as student she always tried every single correction that a teacher could give her without hesitating, many things made her very special and we all know how she was, I do believe Mary is an Angel.<BR/>My deepest condolences to all her family and all her friends.<BR/>Thank you Mary for teaching as a lesson.<BR/>Love<BR/>Carlos ValcarcelAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-56909562627107247112009-02-22T02:10:00.000-08:002009-02-22T02:10:00.000-08:00mary saludares..1st of all... we would like to tel...mary saludares..<BR/>1st of all... we would like to tell you that we are so proud of u, for bringing pride not just to our school(CSR) but to our country as well.<BR/><BR/>mary.., my dear friend and classmate back in h.s... i was still at state of shock after hearing this dreadful news. <BR/><BR/>but i know that she will be with God in no time...may she attain eternal happiness and may she rest in peace...<BR/>we will miss you...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-3471134818883976662009-02-21T20:09:00.000-08:002009-02-21T20:09:00.000-08:00I wish i could fly out to visit her family and to ...I wish i could fly out to visit her family and to see her at the wake. I did get to meet Bryan and Marissa and it was so wonderful to meet them. They are in my prayers. <BR/>Mary was the best roommate i ever had and my best friend for the past year and a half. What she left behind has left a huge impact on me and always will. She is still here at heart. I can still hear her voice, and her hand on my shoulder is still warm. I will dearly miss Mary and hold dear the times that we had together.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-43700425088087262242009-02-21T18:18:00.000-08:002009-02-21T18:18:00.000-08:00Thank you for being a good friend of my cousin... ...Thank you for being a good friend of my cousin... It's a truly unfortunate and unforeseen event, but we'll have to be strong no matter what the circumstances.<BR/><BR/>She's being fetched and is expected to arrive in a few days. Her wake is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday.<BR/><BR/>Please pray for her.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-91044122244061265952009-02-21T17:55:00.000-08:002009-02-21T17:55:00.000-08:00We all know that she is in a better place now. Ma...We all know that she is in a better place now. Mary was a very very very good friend of mine.<BR/><BR/><BR/>In the next life, she deserves nothing less than the best... we all know that. She's in a good place. WIthout a doubt.<BR/><BR/><BR/>May she rest in peace, and in our hearts!!AndyMcDandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01163325486182534023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9749047.post-32500599668554729902009-02-21T11:46:00.000-08:002009-02-21T11:46:00.000-08:00i am sooooo at loss for words, peeji am sooooo at loss for words, peejAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com