Location: pittsburgh, PA    Date: 2011-03-04

Message:
Even though I hadn't seen you in a long time I will still miss you - During high school I knew a lot of people but could count on one hand the people who actually took the time to call me just to talk or hang out - Dodi was one of the few.

From: Patti Gozzard Hart

Location: Pittsburgh, PA    Date: 2011-03-02

Message:
To Dodi's Family and friends...I am so sorry that her young life was brought to a end too soon. I knew Dodi from school, always funny, always to the point.....she seems to have touched so many hearts, and will never be forgotten...and the poem from Greg Henchar says it all.....thank you Greg for sharing.....God Bless Dodi and all that loved her......Rest Dodi....

From: Amy Forsythe

Location: Pittsburgh, PA    Date: 2011-03-02

Message:
My true soul mate. I feel your absence everywhere. I'm lost. At any given time, at any given place, with any given number of people, we could meet eyes from across a room and know what the other was thinking. Radar. I love you with every breath I take and a day will never pass without you in my heart. Thank you for loving me unconditionally. Thank you for always being true to yourself. I am honored to have been called your friend. "Why so unforgiving and why so cold... Been a long time crossing... Bridge of Sighs" (Robin Trower) Till next time my friend... Amy

From: Debbie Bollman

Location: Evans City , PA    Date: 2011-03-02

Message:
My dear friend, you touched my life and helped me out in good and bad situations; always looking out for me like a big sister. We saw the world change together and saw each others kids grow up. Some of the best vacations we spent where with you at the beach. I love ya Dodi. I am so sorry you did not make it to Pittsburgh this month, but you are in my heart and soul. Love ya Debbie

From: Aleta Bruzzese

Location: Pittsburgh, PA    Date: 2011-03-02

Message:
Dodi, love you forever girl and will never forget you! Rest in peace.......

From: Kathy Korzendorfer-Serafine

Location: Las Vegas , NV    Date: 2011-03-02

Message:
My Friend, I know that you are at peace now. Memories will never fade from my mind of you and all that we shared. Watch over us and keep us all safe. I love you my friend. God speed.

From: Greg Henchar

Location: Sarasota, FL    Date: 2011-03-02

Message:
I have many good memories of you Dodi Bender! You will be missed by many and those that didn't know you would miss you too! I wanted to offer to all who read this a short poem that has helped me with the loss of a loved one. "The Stars in the sky are the windows to Heaven... Choose the brightest one and wave hello". I hope this may comfort all. Thanks for the memories Dodi! Greg

From: Janice Bollman-Trout

Location: Pittsburgh, PA    Date: 2011-03-02

Message:
God speed Dodi. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You will be missed.

From: Ryan Bollman

Location: Miami, FL    Date: 2011-03-02

Message:
Dodi will always be remembered. She was an incredibly caring and thoughtful person. I used to love visiting her in New York while on vacation with my family. She was always full of life and outgoing. Her sense of humor kept everyone entertained. I will always keep her in my thoughts.

From: Ray Jones

Location: Pittsburgh, PA    Date: 2011-03-01

Message:
We had great times with Dodi when we were growing up. I will always remember her smile and how she could laugh for hours. She made a difference because she looked out for people, and was the kind of person who made friends for life and always remembered her family.

From: Teri Wright

Location: Pittsburgh, PA    Date: 2011-03-01

Message:
Dodi, my dear cousin we had so many memories growing up together. You will be missed by all whose lives you touched. Aunt Clarice,Caitlin, Casey you have my deepest sympathy. My prayers are with you in this difficult time.

From: Shel Gatto

Location: Beaver Falls, PA    Date: 2011-03-01

Message:
I used to adore Dodi's love of books, which I feel helped fuel my own similar passion for literature. Even though we had not spoken for a long time (far too long) she will be deeply missed. I cannot say that I have ever met anyone else who was quite like Dodi, she was truly a one of a kind person who touched more lives than she probably ever realized. I send my condolences to Casey, Katelyn and all of Dodi's friends and family members. She was taken way too soon, but I am sure she will live on the fondest memories of those who knew her.

From: Ken Bollman

Location: Pittsburgh, PA    Date: 2011-03-01

Message:
We will miss Dodi and always remember the vacations in Shoreham. Swimming at the beach, jumping off the rock, fires at the beach. She always made us feel at home. These were some of the best memories when the kids were little. Still can't believe it. We haven't seen her in 10 years and she was coming back to Pittsburgh this month for a visit to see everybody. We will keep you all in our thoughts.

From: Richard Profozich

Location: Pittsburgh, PA    Date: 2011-03-01

Message:
I remember searching for greenies and bluies with Dodi on the beach in summers long ago. So many memories come flooding back. She was a unique and special person, a character all her own. We will all miss her.

From: Jane Kurovics Wenner

Location: Gloucester , VA    Date: 2011-03-01

Message:
Thinking of you all. I have many pictures and slides of Dodi and I as kids. Good memories.