Dear McComb Family,My children and I were talking about Giselle recently. We hadn't seen her in over a year, but we put her ornament on our Christmas tree. She was the first person I ever allowed to babysit my kids. In fact, we used to joke that I was not going to let her move to IL for college because she had to stay here so she could continue to babysit. The only reason I had to get other babysitters was because Giselle decided to change schools.I just heard about Giselle today. I felt my heart break a bit; I have thought of her and you constantly since I was told. I wish I had known earlier because I would have like to attend her service. As a parent, there are no words that I can utter that would take the heartbreak away. She was such a pure soul and I feel fortunate to have known her.I would like to thank you for bringing such a wonderful person into this world and allowing us to share her a bit. She had this inner light that would glow on every life she touched. Even though she did not have nearly enough time, she made such an impact in the time she was here. I am so thankful for her help. I was able to get my Masters degree in school counseling because Giselle was there to watch my children. I trusted her completely! Like some of the others, Giselle and I would talk about her classes and her future plans. I enjoyed getting to know her.I know that nothing I could do or say will make this any easier to bear. If I were to leave you with any gift, it would be the gift of gratitude. Giselle has managed to touch so many lives in such a short time. I am grateful that I was able to know her. I feel lucky that my family was able to be touched by her "light".Please accept our sincerest condolences,The Urban FamilyRuthie, Chris, Noah (10), and Olivia (6)

I only heard about what a wonderful woman Giselle is through a coworker. Even not knowing her I can imagine she has left a light in many hearts. I am praying for her and all of the family and friends. My sincere sympathy for those that are grieving the loss of Giselle. Julie Gates

Mr. And Mrs. McComb and family. I am a professor of Sociology at Trinity Christian College. Like all of us, I was shocked to hear the news of Giselle's tragic passing. She was a fine young woman and made a good representation of your family and of this college. I pray for all of you and for our students here, as you and they grieve her passing. You will, of course, never forget her, but may you also find comfort.May God's grace be evident to you over the years to come.Brad Breems

McComb Famiy,We are just devastated to hear of Giselle's passing. She didn't show up (to babysit) on Thursday the 30th and I started to worry because it just wasn't like her. I'm so sorry I didn't google her name sooner, as we would have come up to Wisconsin for the service. She watched our 4 children every Thursday and had such a sweet way about her. After we'd come home, she'd stay around to talk about her major and what her plans were. We were so lucky to have found such a beautiful girl (inside and out) with patience and a sense of humor and who took everything in stride. I am so sorry she was taken from your wonderful family. I wish you all peace and our sincere condolences for the loss of your daughter, sister, granddaughter. Sincerely, Ellen and Gerry Cushing (Fiona, Savannah, Gerry and Sean)

My deepest condolences to your family. We had just recently gotten to know Giselle as she was babysitting our grandson Ryan since the beginning of the school year. What a wonderful young woman she was. Although her day started very early here, she always had a smile on her face and kind words to say. My grandson is blind and I know he gave her a hard time sometimes, but Giselle was always willing to see it his way. She was warm and kind and soooo good with him. It is a tribute to your family to have raised such a wonderful young lady. Once she would get Ryan on the bus,we would chat almost every morning and I truly got to know exactly how special she was. My heart is broken for you all, God Bless.

Wow. It's just not fair to lose your daughter at such a young & vibrant age. I really have no words, other than to offer my most sincere sympathies. I am a Trinity alum, & I read of your beautiful daughter's passing on the newsletter. I am so sorry for your loss. I can only share with you a passage of Scripture that I hope will offer you some comfort:"Blessed are those who dwell in your house, ever singing your praise! For a day in your courts is better than a thousand elsewhere." Psalm 84:4,10I will be praying for your family; that you will receive God's peace until you see your precious daughter again in glory.

I only just met your beautiful daughter. I'm sorry for your loss, God Bless and lean on me if you need anything. LOVE YOU,Sue Bogdala

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need. May you continue to look to God at this time.

I had the privilege to know Giselle thorough Criminal Justice Club. Giselle was a wonderful young women. You could hear and see her passion to help people. She cared for everyone she knew, and help you to the best of her ability. That is what she did no questions asked. Giselle was an exemplary women and her presence will be greatly missed in Criminal Justice Club.

Michael and Jan and fam....so, so very sorry for your deep loss.Praying for you now, that you will somehowbe comforted at this time.Sherry Lynch

Dear Mike and Jan,I am sitting at our local coffee shop, in tears because I just received an email telling me of your loss. I remember Giselle as a beautiful red-haired pre-schooler. As I read the notes that others have written, I can tell that she grew into a woman who touched a lot of people and who followed after Jesus. We are praying for you, asking the God of all comfort to be near you and to give you the peace that passes all understanding. Love, Karl and Janet Emerson

To the McComb Family, Giselle was such a sweet girl. I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow. I enjoy working with Giselle when she worked at the Recplex. She will be truly missed by everyone.Take care. God Bless You. Love Tammy Bockrath

Dear McComb Family,I was saddened to hear of the death of Giselle. She was in my second grade class at Oak Terrace School in Highwood. I remember her as a child who loved school and was loved by her classmates. I am so sorry for your loss and send my heartfelt condolences.Margaret Zaller

Dear Jan and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Our hearts are saddened by the loss of Giselle (2007). She will be greatly missed. So many of us have warm memories of Giselle and are thankful for the time we had with her. Please know that we will be praying for the entire McComb family while we look forward to the day when we will see her again.

Dear Jan and family,My heart is heavy with hearing of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you today as you celebrate her life. Love, Hugs and Kisses to you all.Debbie Clark, Brandon Clark and Richard Spiers

Dear family,It is with a heavy heart that I write this message of sympathy to you all. Giselle was our babysitter during her high school years and my whole family remembers her very fondly. We first met her at RecPlex and she worked for us in our home as well. She was always friendly, responsible and great with my kids. I am so sorry for your loss. Our greatest condolences,Debra Solomon and David Domashour kids Doran Domash (now 10) and Meira Domash (now 8)

I am a Trinity classmate of Giselle and would like to express my deepest condolences to the entire family. The loss of a loved one is never easy but knowing that we can all meet Jesus in peace, helps us to make it through. I would like to comfort you with the words of Paul:"FOR THE LORD HIMSELF SHALL DESCEND FROM HEAVEN WITH A SHOUT, WITH THE VOICE OF THE ARCHANGEL, AND WITH THE TRUMP OF GOD: AND THE DEAD IN CHRIST SHALL RISE FIRST: THEN WE WHICH ARE ALIVE AND REMAIN SHALL BE CAUGHT UP TOGETHER WITH THEM IN THE CLOUDS, TO MEET THE LORD IN THE AIR: AND SO SHALL WE EVER BE WITH THE LORD. WHEREFORE COMFORT ONE ANOTHER WITH THESE WORDS." I THESSALONIANS 4:16-18 KJVLove and Prayers,Bridgett A. Harris

Giselle was one of my closest friends at Trinity. I was her Vice-President in the Criminal Justice Club, as well as the one of the first students of the CJ major (me and Giselle were the first). We also were setting up the Cook County Program with inmates. She was one the warmest, gentlest, kindest person I have ever met. We had numerous classes together, spent lots of time together doing projects, papers, studying, and goofing off especially. She was also my girlfriend's suitemate last year in Alumni Hall (Elise). While this is especially hard for me and Elise, I cannot fathom what her family is going through. She will be greatly missed from every aspect. She lived life to the fullest and even though she might have had bad days, she ALWAYS had a smile on her face and was determined to get done what she needed to. Though she is gone, she is still in our hearts and I know for a fact that she is in Heaven and God is taking care of her. I will continue to pray during this difficult time and ask that God will bring Giselle's family relief and strength. God Bless. In Christ, Tom Kakos

As parents of a Trinity student, we express our deepest sympathy to your family. You are in our prayers.

Dearest Jan and family, please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Words can not convey my sorrow for your loss.

I was a student with Giselle at Trintiy, and know that she has left her mark on the world and on each and every person she knew at Trinity. My prayers are with her family.

I had Giselle in many classes at Trinity. She was a wonderful and bright young lady and a diligent student. My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family.

Our love and prayers go out to the entire McComb family as you grieve the loss of such a beautiful, smart and loving young woman. Giselle exuded the qualities that every parent wishes for their child to possess. She had a pure heart, a strong relationship with the Lord and excelled at most everything she did. Matt & I feel blessed to have had Giselle’s (and Jan, Kaci, KJ, Jon & Michael’s) influence and support in the upbringing of our daughters. We find peace in knowing that Giselle is home with our Lord. Amy, Matt, Hayley, Jenna & Celena Hagen

I always loved Giselle because whenever I was around her she was always so happy and cheerful. I was blessed to have known Giselle since I was 9 months old. I have many happy memories of Giselle, from playing outside on their swing set, to dancing in the living room, to baking cookies when I got older. I hope to be as good of a friend and babysitter as she was some day. Love, Hayley Hagen

Dave and I will be praying for you Jan and Michael at this very painful time. Jonathan, Kendrick and Kaci, we know that you will be grieving too and will keep you all in our prayers. May the Holy Spirit be your comforter and give you the grace, strength and encouragement that you need. Our memories of Giselle are mainly of that of a teenage but the picture you displayed shows she turned out to be such a beautiful young woman. We don't know why the Lord allows these things to happen but I can see Michael doing more evangelism and Jan even more intercession as you grieve and then start to heal. Allow yourself the time to grieve. We all know that she is with the Lord but the agony of losing her and carrying on without her is still very real. Jesus wept at Lazaruz's grave even when He knew he would heal him. Dave leaves on the 4th and me on the 14th for an extended trip to Asia, but please call anytime before that or email me overseas if you need prayer. We are grieving with you. With love and prayers, Dave and Gail

I remember Giselle as a teenager, driven to excel in everything she did - she impressed me so much when she worked at the Kids' Club at RecPlex, then as a babysitter for my young daughter, and really had a talent for the little ones. She was beautiful and wise beyond her years, and I am truly saddened at her passing. My deepest sympathy and condolences to the McComb family - you are in our hearts and prayers. Kate & Jerel Thompson

For Giselle's Family,I am so sorry for your loss. We always felt she was such a mature, responsible young girl. We met at the RecPlex daycare in 2006. My 3 young kids were so nervous about things, she worked so hard with them to make them feel secure. Giselle was the 1st person we hired here in Wisconsin to watch our children. Our hearts are heavy. We are so sorry you and her brothers and sister had to suffer this loss. Scott, Jamie, Nicholas, Hailey & Christian Loomis

Jan & Mike;My Thoughts and Prayers go out to you in your time of sorrow.Looseing an Loved is the one thing that we all share at one time or other, but as long as they'er in your heart, they are not forgotten and will always be loved. My heart goes out to you both.

Mike and Janice, we wish to express our deepest heartfelt condolence to everyone in your family for your loss of Giselle. Our prayers go to your family in this time of great comfort need.Sincerely,Tom & Barb MaglishNeighbors

You are truely an angel that was taken too soon. You will be terribly missed! My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family! Let me know if you need anything. 262-620-1701, most blessed condolences!

Dearest Jan and your family, I know there are no words of condolence or comfort that can be said to help to stop the pain of your loss but just know that you can relinquish yourselves to the love surrounding you from family and friends to help you get through these trying times now and in the future. You are in our prayers. I love you much, Jean

Dear Michael, Janice, Kendrick and family - we do not know the kind of pain you are going through - we keep you all lifted in prayer to receive and be comforted by the arms of our Abba Father through the people in your life. We send our love.

Jan and Mike: You are in my thoughts and prayers. Giselle was such a sweet young lady. I know nothing I can say could adequately express my sorrow and love for you and the family. I am praying for God's peace and strength to carry you. If I can do anything to help, please let me know.Sharon White