On September 12th, 1998, Howie D.'s sister, Caroline, died of lupus, which is a disease. I would like for you guys to write a message for Howie and his family, for support, so I can send it to them! (like I did w/ the dedication to Brian's surgery). The deadline was Sunday, Sept. 27th, 1998 at 9pm cst & sent soon after. Thanks! :o) It has been sent! (this is what it looked like in the book)
I'm so sorry to hear about Caroline. I know how much she meant to all you. I hope even though this tragic moment has occured, I hope BsB can still continue to finish the rest of the tour. I will always remember to pray for all of you. ~Erin Kelly
An Angel Gone Away
There are no words to express
All the heartache and loneliness
That you feel in this time of sorrow
You see her shining face
Knowing the memories will never be erased
That her spirit lives on through tomorrow
She made you laugh, she made you cry
There was an optimistic spark in her eyes
Now, she's gone gone and you wonder why
She's an angel gone away
There is a poem I made within a minute, so I am sorry it's not very good. I would like to offer my prayers and thoughts with the Dorough family in this time of sorrow. It is hard to lose someone you love so much, yet you know that they are in a special place where love lives on forever. She is an angel, an guardian angel, standing beside you, and you will never forget her, and neither will us, the fans of the BSB's. May God Bless You, Emilie
in Spanish: cuando supe la noticia no lo podia creer, pero hay que pensar que ella a pasado a una mejor vida y eso es lo que vale. Piensa que ella te sigue queriendo ,ninguno se olvidara y te cuidara pero en otra forma,desde arriba con Dios. Espero que te haya servido este mensaje,ya que a todos nos afecto la muerte de Caroline. Con cariño..~ María Jesús Roca (Santiago, Chile)
Dear Howie, I was so sorry to hear that your sister died. I'm a really big fan and when I found out I started to cry a little. Cause I'm a real emontional person but I cry really easily so I cried cause it's so sad. I cry anytime someone dies. Even if I don't know them. Once again I'm sorry bout' your sister and about Dennis Pop. Bye.. I'm so sorry onve again. Love Ya Lots. ~ Danielle McKinney
Dear Dorough Family, I am sooooo sorry to hear that your daughter Caroline passed away. I know what it is like to be in the conditions you are in now. Your daughter was a very beautiful young lady. May she find peace up there in the heavens. Love always, Diana Buitrago
P.S. Mrs. Dorough, Be strong Mommy!!! :) Just remember that in midst of winter your children find an invinsable summer in you! Keep your spirts high! Que Dios los Vendiga a todos!!
I just want to say how sorry I am for the untimly passing of your sister. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!! ~ Lynndy
I will make this short and simple. My thoughts, prayers, and wishes are with you. I know the pain of losing a loved one. Time will heal. ~ Debra
I just wanted to tell you to hang in there. I know exactly what you're going through. I lost a very dear friend to me, from cancer. There's a lot of pain for a long time, but eventually the pain heals. Howie, I just wanted to say that I love you guys and always keep the faith, and peace. ~ Stacey
I can not say that I understand what you are going through, but I send you my deepest hartfelt sympathies. As a devoted fan of the Backstreet Boys and just a caring person in general my heart broke for you when I heard the news. I am not writing this note to push anything on you or to invade your privacy during this time, which you deserve, but I justed wanted you to know that you are supported and thought of daily. Have faith that Caroline is now in a better place and one day you and you all will be together again one day. May God keep you and guide you. ~Heather Overy
To Howie D. and the Dorough family, I just want to let you know that my thoughts and my prayers are with you and your family in this time of loss. Take comfort in knowing that your sister is with God now. Take care and God bless. ~ Charlene
Hello there. I am very sorry about the passing on of Caroline. I'm sure she was a very sweet person. Know that she will always be smiling down upon you from Heaven and that she'll always be there with you in spirit. I have you in my prayers now and forever. God Bless you all. ~LaToya
To Howie and His Family: I just wanna tell I am so sorry about your lost in your family. I know it is always hard to say Goodbye to someone we love so dearly..but always remember the good times you had with each other and know that God is watching her and she is in a better place now. My prayers and thoughts are with you always! Love Always, Melissa Mariconda=NJ. Frack0624@aol.com
Hi! My name is Andria, and I am really sorry for your loss. I know how much pain you must be in. I hope all of you know that you will be in my prayers and every one else's.Just hang on to the wonderful memories of her and know that she is in God's hands. Peace and love be with all of you!!!! ~ Andria Jean Gaulrapp missy7bsb@hotmail.com
I was very saddened to hear about the death of Caroline. I wish you all of God's grace to help you through this tough time. I will keep the whole family in my prayers.I know we now have another angel watching over us. ~ Elizabeth
Hi the Dorough Family, My name is Gabrielle Jerdan and I am from New Jersey. And I am a huge BSB Fan. And when I heard about Caroline, I just wanted to cry so much. It has been all over TV and web sites here. And I know how you feel, someone in my family passed away not too long ago, and I was very attached to her. I just want you to know that I will always be thinking of you guys as long as Caroline will, up in heaven looking down. Sincerely, Gabrielle
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Dorough, Howie, Angie, Polly, and John, Although you may not know me, I sure know Howie My deepest regrets are to you all. I hope you Find the strength to go on and remember all the happiest times with caroline. Sincerely, Tiffany Sovik,13 Canton Ohio
Dear Dorough and Cochran Family, I was deeply sadened by the news of Caroline. I know there is nothing that anyone can say to bring her back, but what we can do is keep you all and Caroline in our prayers. I hope that this and letters from others heal your hearts just a little bit. Lots of Love, Maricar
To Howie D. and family: Hello everyone! I'm Jill James and I live in Alburg, Vermont. I just wanted to send my deepest sympathy to you....I know what it's like to loose a loved one. In fact, my cousin died of the same sickness. I'm really serious, it's nothing to laugh about. Well, I just wanted to say that my thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Jill James McLeans_Lady@hotmail.com
Dear Howie and his family, I wish to send my deepest sorrow about your sister. I know exactly how it feels to lose someone close to you. I lost my aunt about a year ago and my grandmother. I know its hard but you will make it through it. God Bless you guys and my prayers along with everyone else's are with you. I don't know if this will help but it did me, think that she is in a better place and God will take care of her, and someday you will be reunited with her! Go Bless and take care ~ Kristi
Dear Howie & Family, Hi. I'm so sorry about what happened to Caroline. I feel so very bad. My grand-father died of the same disese, so I know how you feel. I wish I could help you guys in some way, but since we have no contact, I can't do so. I would love to help and support you guys in any way possible. Well, bye! ~Amber~
Dear the Dorough's, I am very sorry for your loss.I know how it feels.God's always there he will help you in the time of needs. ~ Danielle Abbruzzese God Bless!!!!
Dear howie and family, We are sorry to hear about your lose. We will keep you in your heart and prayers everynight. We love you and will always think about you. Love Kristi Hendrix and Vanessa Barfield
Hello, Howie!!! I was so sad when i heard about your sister Caroline... Oh, God! Let her way to the paradise will be easy. God, save her soul!!! And, Howie, I know that you afflicted now, but remember that we always with ya!!! God bless you are!!!
Hi! I'm really sorry about what happened to Caroline. I would like to send my love to Howie and the rest of his family and to say that I know what it's like losing a loved one. I'm really sorry. ~ Casey
well...i know that i cant say anything to make your hurting go away..but this just shows that i care. I can only imagine(maybe not even that) how you feel right now. it is just terribe to loose a loved one :( but remember the good times with her and dont thing about what could have been...that only brings more tears. also when i heard this news..i cried..my mom even cried..not for howie..and the bsb..but for the Doroughs..b/c she knows that such a young person shall never leave this earth..but they are always in our hearts. remember- when i loved one moves on...only then do you realize how much love you had for them. love,hugs, Jappi :)
Hey, Listen. I'm not going to try to say I understand, because there's no way I could. I'm not going to say that the pain you're feeling will go away quickly or easily, cos it's not. But I'm positive that soon you will be able to remember all of the great things about and the hurt will lessen. It will never go away completely, but you'll be OK. Just have faith in Jesus, and take comfort in knowing that she's in a better place. ~ Erin
Hola! I would just like to say that my uncle died around this time last year so I know that you are going through hard times. I also what you to know that Caroline and the Dorough family are in my prayer ever night since I heard what happened. Love, Jennifer
Hi, I was wondering, if the Doroughs' really get this message, if they could PLEASE Email me, I would REALLY appreciate it. thank you very much. If you DO E-mail me, Don't forget to put a space in between th D and the 55, okay? THAnk you Very much for reading this. I just wanted to let all of you know that I pray for you all day and night. I think it is awful about Caroline. I know what it is like to lose someone close to you. I also pray for Brian day and night too. I just cry all the time over you guys!! I am really looking forward to the new c.d. and can't wait!! I went to your concert in Deer Creek in Fishers, Indiana. I live in RIchmond, In. Again, I would Like to thank you all for reading this. I'm truly sorry about the death in your family. Whenever I hear about something like this , I always feel responsable...Hmph, I probably sound nuts. anyway, thanks again. By the way, I am 13 years old. thank you very much (AGAIN!!) and hop you all feel better soon. A true Backstreet Boys Fan, Emily W. HowieD.55@aol.com
Dear Dorough Family, I am so sorry that your loving and caring daughter passed away. I knelt down and said a prayer for,her and the family. It would,of corse,be so dramatic to lose a daugter. I never met her or seen her in my life,but I know she was (and still is)a lovely part of this world. I will do ANYTHING if you need help with anything. I know I cant make up a poem nor a song. All I have is my love and help to give. Rest In Peace & GOD bless you ALL. Love, Amanda Diane Holland
Howie and family, I am very sorry about losing Caroline.You all will be in my prayers. Stay strong and remember she will always be with you. Love mallory
I'm so sorry for what happened... I feel worse than what you think because September 12th was my Birthday... :-( I'm really sorry about it though. I will pray for your whole family to get through this, I know how it feels..... I hope you can get through this with ease. God Bless! Love Always- Shasta
TOGETHERNESS
Death is nothing at all - I have only slipped away into the next room. Whatever we were to each other, that we are still. Call me by my old familar name, speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together. Play, smile, think of me, pray for me. Let my name be the household word that it always was. Let it be spoken without effort. Life means all that it has ever meant. It is the same as it ever was; there is absolutely no unbroken continuity. Why should I be out of your mind because I am out of your sight? I am but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near around the corner. All is well. Nothing is past, nothing is lost. One brief moment and all will be as it was before - only better, infinitely happier and for ever - we will all be one together with Christ.
Dear Howie and family, In this time of great saddness, I wish you comfort and love. Cancer is a terrible and cruel illness, I know as I have suffered the loss of a loved one to cancer just as you have. We are all with you, supporting and encouraging you along this difficult road. She will make a beautiful angel in heaven, as God wanted her to be. Peace and Love Forever, Katherine
Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi
Lord make me an instrument of your peace.
Where there is hatred, let me sow love.
Where there is injury, pardon.
Where there is doubt, faith.
Where there is despair, hope.
Where there is darkness, light.
Where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master, grant that I may not
so much seek to be consoled as to console;
to be understood as to understand; to be
loved as to love; for it is in giving that
we receive, it is in pardoning that we are
pardoned, and it is in dying that we are
. . .born to eternal life.
Dear Dorough Family, I give my utmost respect and sympathy in hoping that you can get through this with as much ease as possible. It's a great loss, for as much as we love the Backstreet Boys, we love their families too, as our own. I'm very truely sorry, I hope this prayer helps alittle, it means a lot to me. May God Bless All of you, and help you through this time. My prayers are with you all, Love Stacey Marie Fowler Tallahassee-Florida
To Howie Dorough and Family: I was sorry to hear about the death of Caroline, I have also lost someone to cancer. My basketball/softball coach died of cancer this past May. She was one of the nicest people I ever knew and didn't deserve to die of cancer, not that anyone does. Things will feel better over time, just remember a lot of people are out there to support you. As long as you have your memories of Caroline she always be alive, only in a different way. ~ Liza l.douglass@mailexcite.com
All the love and support in the world. This is the toughest thing in the world to face. Keep the faith, strength and love. Vanessa, Port Perry, Ont. Canada
i'm very sorry about caroline's death. i want to send my condolences to all of you. i know that you are going through a very tough time right now and i want you to know that i will pray for you and for caroline. ~ carm
I am sorry to hear about Caroline.I know how it`s like and I know you gonna move on.You and your family are in my thoughts and in my prayers.I love you! ~ Alexandra
Dear Dorough, I am sorry to hear about Caroline' death. I know what it is like to lose somebody close. I lost my aunt to cancer, but we all take death in a different way and my prayers go out to you. She is in a better place now watching over you. I jut want you to know you are in my prayers. Love, Erin Downey
DEAR DOROUGH'S, I KNOW WHAT YOU ARE PROBABLY GOING THROUGH RIGHT NOW, AND BELIEVE ME, I UNDERSTAND. I AM REALLY SURE THAT WHEN EVERYONE HEARD ABOUT CAROLINE PASSING ON, WE ALL KNEW THAT GOD HAD JUST TAKEN SOMEONE VERY NICE, GENEROUS, AND CARING. I AM SURE SHE IS REALLY PROUD OF ALL OF HER FAMILY MEMBERS, AND SHE COULDN'T ASK FOR MORE! I AM SURE SHE IS SMILING DOWN FROM HEAVEN RIGHT NOW!!! P.S. REALLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS :( LIFE GOES ON :) ~ Mandi
TO HOWIE DOROUGH IN HIS TIME OF GREAT GRIEF I SAID A PRAYER FOR YOU LAST NIGHT SO I KNOW EVERYTHING WILL BE ALRIGHT SWEET D JUST SMILE YOUR SWEET SMILE PLEASE AND MAYBE EVEN LAUGH AT SOME OLD MEMORIES YOU KNOW SHES IN HEAVEN TONIGHT LOOKING DOWN ON YOU SMILING BRIGHT I DON'T WANT TO KEEP YOU, ILL CLOSE AND SAY I AM THINKING ABOUT YOU AND PRAYING EVERYDAY!! LOVE AND PRAYERS SARAG
Dear Dorough Family: I'm truly sorry for the loss of your Daughter Caroline and When I read in the paper about Caroline I started crying because I know how much you loved each other and I would also like to send my love to Howie and I'd like him to know that I'm praying for him and that I love him.Here is a poem that I would like you to read it, it is a very nice poem.
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle Autumn rain.
When you wake in the mornings hush...
I am the swift uplift rush, of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my Grave and Cry
I am not there...
I Did Not Die.
In Loving Memery of Caroline Dorough
REST IN PEACE ~ Lacy
HI HOWIE AND THE DOROUGH FAMILY I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR BIG LOSS AND I WISH I COULD BE THERE TO GIVE YOU SUPPORT....BUT WHETHER I'M CLOSE OR FAR MY HEART IS ALWAYS WITH YOU AND I'M THINKING OF YOU. LOVE ALWAYS KARMEN
To the Dorough/Cochran family, I feel totally sorry for the lost of Caroline. I hope you'll stay in high spirits through this time. Just remember God will make it better nomatter how hard it seems to be now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and always will be. Hope and love forever and always!, Victoria
To the Dorough Family: My name is Andrea and I am sorry for the death of Caroline. I don't like to see people sad or cry. I don't like to see people sad because it makes me sad. People say bad and rude things about the Backstreet Boys and I get upset in this time of sorrow. Caroline is watching over you guys and the Backstreet Boys. You will meet together in God's paradise one day. I'm a true Backstreet Boys fan and writing this message broke my heart. Peace, love, and prayers.KTBSBPA!
Dearest Howie, I can't express how my heart feels for you. I love you with all my love and I wish i could be there to help you through these times. Im sorry for your loss and my your heart begin to sing once more. Lean on the ones you love and put your trust in them. Keep smiling, I love you more than life itself. Love Danielle
Dear Dorough family, My name is Desire and Iam thirteen years old. I feel so sad over the death of your daughter Caroline God rest her soul. I know how it feels to loose a loved one . I lost my father when I was four years old. I know you might be thinking how in the world was a four year old going to understand the pain of the lost of a loved one. Well at the the time I knew that my dad had gone to a better place. Intill I was about seven years old I really understood and I felt sad and mad at the same time. Some people have different feelings when someone dies. And Caroline is probley in heaven as well. So my condole is with the whole Dorough family.
Dear Howie and Family, I probaly don't know what it feels like to lose a loved one but it is still very sad to hear that you guys have losed (sp?) a loved one. But you guys just have to keep her in your heart. Remember you'll never lose her because her sprit is still around. And as long as you keep her in your heart you'll be fine. There's a part of her in each and everyone of you. If any of this is really sticking in your mind than please e-mail me at BrianThinker24_7@yahoo.com. It is just so sad to hear about the death of Caroline. Just remember she's in your heart always and forever. Sorry, once agian. Sincerely, Danielle Marie McKinney
Hi. When I heard about what had happened to Caroline I was devistated. I knew how you felt, Howie. It must have been really hard on you because of what is going on right now and you guys had a concert that night too. I just want you to know that I know how you feel and we are here for you (the fans). If you get this message can you please e-mail me! My e-mail address is howierules@yahoo.com
. On last comment, hang in there! Bye. With Lots of Love, Farzana Kassam. P.S. Congratulations on winning those two awards. One at the MTV Awards and the other one at the MuchMusic ones. Bye!
i JuST WaNTeD To Say THaT My THouGHTS aND PRaYeRS aRe aND WiLL Be WiTH you aLWaYS. HoLD oN. Be STRoNG. SaLLy
Dear the Dorough family, I was crushed to hear about Caroline and to be honest I didn't even know she was sick. I'd like to tell Howie and the rest of his family to remember the good times and good things about Caroline. You'll always have your fans Howie and I support you all the way!
I`m so sorry to hear about Caroline. I know what its like to lose one you care a lot about. Howie hang in there. Your fans are behind you 100% I hope Caroline is happy where she is.Losing someone you love is a terrible devestation. My sincre respects go out to you Howie and your family. Luv Ya, Steph
When the Rain is Falling
The rain is falling down,
All I can do is frown,
There are clouds all around,
And awful storm is here.
The wind is numbing,
The water makes me think I will drown,
But I won't let myself go under,
I don't care if I still hear the thunder
Cuz I know
Good things always come out of bad things,
It ain't over yet,
Lord lead my path
And I'll take it step by step.
There are black clouds everywhere,
The day is gone 'cause it's dark as night,
I'm lost in the darkness and I'm getting scared,
I must be lost in the pit of despair,
No! I will summon all my might 'cause I know
Good things always come out of bad things,
It ain't over yet,
Lord lead my path
And I'll take it step by step.
My tears flow as free as the pouring rain,
My heart endures so much pain!
The hurt is closing in, and I just can't cope,
The shadows have squeezed out every ounce of hope,
But no! I can't give up this fight 'cause I know
Good things always come out of bad things,
It ain't over yet,
Lord lead my path and I'll take it step by step.
Good things always come out of bad things,
It ain't over yet,
A wrong can be made right,
Again I'll pick up the fight,
I'll learn the lesson here,
And know my strength is near,
And I will go on.
Sometimes messages that say people are thinking of you doesn't always encourage you, but hearing how another person got through a tough time can help you feel stronger. I hope this poem might help.