2008 Comments on High School Meningitis Presentations

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Thank You for coming to Menomonie High School and telling us the story of your daughter Becky and more about menegitis. Listening to your story was sad, you did a good job presenting it, I know itd be hard for me to talk about something like that.

 

Brittany
Jan. 2008

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Dear Mr. and Mrs. Werner,
A couple weeks ago you came to Wautoma High School, and shared your story with me and my classmates. I just wanted to take the time to thank you. Although I already have the vaccine your presentation was very informative and touching. I did not know Becky, but from what I hear, she was an amazing girl. She appeared to be beautiful inside and out. I am so sorry about your lose, you and your family have been in my prayers. I just wanted you both to know that what you are doing is wonderful. You are changing peoples lives. Not only by convincing them to get the vaccine, but also changing the way we look at things. Your presentation really taught me that I need to appreciate what I have. Your both wonderful people and what you are doing is really making a difference. I also wanted to tell you that Becky's Garden is beautiful! I know once summer comes, I will never look at a butterfly the same. Thanks again for sharing your story, God bless you and your family.

 

Jen
Wautoma HS
March 2008

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Thank You so much for coming and tlaking to are school and i hope that some day you will get to see your butterlfy agian. Best of Wishes

 

Erin
March 2008

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Thank you for bringing your story to Waukesha North yesterday. You came to tell us about meningitis, and share your story, as hard as it was. In the process, you managed to offer me the greatest gift of all: Becky. Thank you for that.

 

Katie
April 2008
 
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thank you so much for comeing to our school and telling us about meningitis becky was 1 lucky girl to have a family like you guys much love, marcos

 

April 2008

 
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Dear Bob,
As a teacher and parent, I wanted to say thank you so much for the wonderful presentation today on meningitis. I have three children myself and I now know they will have the vaccination for sure. Your story was so inspirational...I don't know if there were many dry eyes in the auditorium; I know mine weren't. The relationship you had with your daughter said it all...how lucky you were. I know your story left an impression with the students today and we appreciate you taking time to spend it with us. Becky's life is definitely living on by all the good you are doing. Thank you again.

Kerry Brockmann
Elkhorn HS
April 2008

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Dear Mr. Werner,
Hello! I know you don’t know me, but I’m one of the students you came and talked to about Becky and Meningitis. I go to Waukesha West, and you talked to me and my health class a couple of days ago. Recently, I had to write about someone who has inspired me, and right away I thought of your story and knew that I had something to write about. Before you read the essay I had to write, please know that I wrote it before I went onto your website. So in my essay I address you as "the man whose name I don’t even know", and I’m really sorry if that offends you in any way, but I just want you to know that since I’ve gone to the website I remember your name. I thought maybe you wanted to read this essay so you could know how much you’ve influenced me and my friends too. You’re doing so much for people. Thank you so much!

 

- Sarah
Waukesha West HS
April 2008
 

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Hi Mr. Werner,

I have a freshman daughter at Waukesha West who was in a class you gave a speech to. I want to Thank You for taking the time to speak to the class. I'm sure that this is a very hard thing to do. I know that my daughter was sad to hear of your situation. I will keep you & your family in my prayers. I pray that you would be blessed by all of your efforts. The timing of your speech was truely a blessing. I know my daughter had her check up today. This meaning any shots that would be needed. She is so terrified of shots. Today she had a calmness that I had never seen before. Thank you again for taking the time & reaching out to others.

p.s. My daughter was so moved by your speech. She said she thanked you after class.
Keep up the great work !!!!

 

Blessings,
Brenda

 
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Mr. Werner:

Thanks for your powerful and educational presentation on Becky's story at Burlington High School. Students and staff were moved by your message. I appreciate you taking the time and effort to inform teens about meningitis. I received many positive comments from the students about your presentation. May you continue to attract butterflies!!! God bless you, your wife, and family.

On the Run,

Rick Koceja
Phy Ed/APE/Health
Cross Country/Track
May 2008
 

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Im so sorry for your loss. Thank you for coming to our school and touching our hearts. You are very brave and doing a wonderful thing.

 

Nancy
May 2008
 

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Bob and Dee Dee
I know that Becky is very proud of all that you are doing to help other young people. You continue to impact the lives of so many that you will never know. Lots of love

Bryan
June 2008
 

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I only met Becky twice, but her story has touched me forever. Bob and Dee Dee you are doing a spectacular job making people aware of this dreaded disease,so our kids,grandkids,friends and loved ones will know more and be aware. thank you

 

Geri
June 2008
  

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Dee Dee,
i know i didn't know becky very well, but i know how much she meant to you guys. i keep her in my heart and in my prayers, as well as you. i wear my bracelet proudly in honor of her and am spreading the word out here in idaho. becky's memory will forever impact lives!!! may she smile on you forever! love you!

 

Erin
Sept 2008
 

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Thanks!
Thanks soooo much for spreading the word on meningitis. I too had meningitis and encephalitis at the same time in 2005. I am still recovering and it's very comforting to know that people care. Thanks for helping to spread the word!

 

Love,
Kellee

 

Sept 2008
  

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I MISS U BECKY
hey i heard beckys story and i now just by hearing that she is a wonderful person and her story has made me cry i wish i knew more about her.....i didnt meet u becky but i wish i have.....i miss u and hope u do good in heaven...........love haily:(

 

Sept 2008
  

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Mr. Werner...
Thank you for speaking to our class about meningitis. Becky's story really touched me. I learned a lot. I have already been vaccinated, but now I am asking all my friends if they have too. You are an extremely strong person to share such a tragic event. You are making this world a better and healthier place. Thinking and praying for you and your family.

 

Jocelyn
Waukesha West HS
Oct 2008
 

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Hello,
Im Katie. A freshman at Waukesha West High School in Wisconsin. Today the father of Becky came to our health class and told us the story of the sad, emotional, but inpirational story of Becky "the Butterfly."
The story of Becky's life inspired me so much. It brought warmth to my heart, as well as sadness, but it made me realize the importance of Menangitis shots and how it can have such a huge impact on not just one person, but millions of people.
The reason of my e-mail is that I just wanted to thank you so much for coming to Waukesha West High School and that you've inspired me so much to go on and tell people about this and to get them to be more informed about it.

So thank you so much!

Love,
 

Katie
Waukesha West HS
Oct 2008
 

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I would love to help too. Anything you need me to do I would love to be apart of it. I have had some many people come up to me and say that they are really touched be Becky's story and they are so happy that Bob came in to speak today and that Bob was the best speaker that we have ever had here in all the years we have been doing this. I would like to thank you Bob for coming in and telling Becky's story and I know that Becky would be so proud of you guys. Thanks again and let me know if I can help.

 

Megan

Meridian Resource

Oct 2008
    

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I was so touched by Becky's story when her dad came to visit! You are doing an amazing job bring awareness about this horrible disease and if you need any assistance at all, please do not hesitate to contact me.

 
lmafishfish@yahoo.com

October, 2008

 

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We met at the MA Conference. I read Becky's story and my heart goes out to you. I pray God will be with you every day.
 

Sherry

October 2008
 

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