The Tim Redovian Memorial Fund : Guest Book

I got to meet Tim today, through his mom ... it was quite unexpected. But I'm better for having met him. Thanks to his family and this fund, he lives on and brightens the lives of others with his memory. Thank you, Mrs. Redovian, for sharing your son with me. You helped me put things in perspective. Melanie King Chamblee Charter High School

I have been thinking of you all evening Tim . . . Grandma K and I were talking tonight about how difficult life is for all of us, that no one goes through it without experiencing pain and sorrow. Our sweet Susan is continuing to fight her cancer valiantly but things don't look good. Once again our hearts are breaking, just like they did when you were fighting your own losing battle. God is good! He is there for us, providing us with the strength we need to survive when it looks as if we cannot go on another day. Life is just so difficult! I love you and miss you, Tim, more today than yesterday. Mom

wow! What a wonderful website and video. I wasn't lucky to meet Tim but I've been fortunate to meet his father. Tim must have been amazing! My prayers are with you as a family and thank you for continuing Tim's spirit by helping other kids in the arts. Bless you

It is hard to believe the years that have gone by. I still remember laughing with Tim when we figured out we had been calling Mr. Redovian's car, "magenta blue," and that magenta really is red/purple, not blue. Whenever I think of Tim, I am immediately saddened that he is not here, but my thoughts immediately turn to how he was so fun to be around and he always made me smile and laugh. Though, his life was not long, it was full.

Thank you for everything you have done for DSA and Spa Board. WE LOVE YOU!!!!

Dear Timmy, I always think of you this time of year. I can't believe that eleven years have passed since we were at Avondale together. It is a comfort to know that I can talk to you whenever I want to- and I still do. I miss you, but it is nice to know that you are always with me. Love to you and your beautiful family. Nikki

Dear Tim, It is hard to believe so many years are going by. It's been 27 years since September 1, 1980, the day you were born. I am having several "interesting" thoughts (interesting to me anyway) right now. I am remembering how "interesting" I thought it was that you were born on LABOR DAY (September 1 was a Monday that year). Another interesting memory is the story of your name. For several months before you arrived, Dad, Kelly, Jimmy, Lorie, Danny, Alex and I referred to you as Douglas Scott. But when you were born and I actually saw your precious baby face you didn't look anything like a Douglas Scott to me. So, rather than have you go through life with someone else's name I made an executive decision to name you . . . Timothy John. I really didn't think I needed to discuss this with your siblings since it was so obvious to me that you were not Douglas Scott but "T. J.". Not so though. I am not sure just how long it took your oldest sister to stop thinking I left her baby brother Douglas Scott at the hospital so that I could bring a total stranger, Timothy John, home to the Redovian family. In some ways this year reminds me of 1980 more than any other year since you were born. An interesting fact: Atlanta's over 100 degree temperatures this summer broke previous high temperature records set the summer of 1980. Even though I was expecting you (Douglas Scott) that summer I wasn't too bothered with those over 100 degree temperatures. What did bother me though: the temperatures never went below 90 degrees the entire month of September after you (Timothy John) arrived. I don't remember feeling cool the entire month of September. Happy Birthday, Tim. I love you more today than yesterday. I am looking forward to the day I see you again. It won't be long even if I live to be 100 because time is flying by! In the meantime, I am surrounded by everyone who loved you, too. And that is good. Love, Mom

I was thinking about my childhood memories in North Olmsted, OH and it was very hard not to think of the Redovian Family and the impact they made on my life and my brother Brad. I never got to know Tim as Alex was just born when they left for Georgia and we sort lost touch till I decided to google "Redovian" and stumbled upon this web page and was saddened to hear the loss the family had. I was best friends with Jim Jr and had a crush on Lorie. (Sorry for the embarrassment Lorie) and I spent alot of weekends sleeping over at there house on Dorothy Drive, playing wiffle ball with Dan, Jim and Mr Redovian in there backyard and all the other stuff we did on Dorothy drive. I just wanted to say hello to Mr. & Mrs. Redovian and of course Jim, Lorie, Kelly, Dan & Alex (even though you don't know me) and that me and my brother always talk about you guys and I am glad to see this web page and the inspiration behind it. Take Care, Brian Tabar

hello sherrill, my heart goes out to you and your family...i am a father little coach and an art director( that chased a lot of scholarship money 20 years ago:)) and recently bought my first item(red district 35 pin) on ebay with my 13 year baseball pin collcting son...he was so excited to recieve the pin and i know now after i share with him the little that i have learned about your son it will just be that much more meaningful to him. my three boys all have a love of art and life as your son had and i will end with thanking you for keeping me in the moment and greatful to my core. i wish you all the best of health -take good care-colin

Wow. This site is truly amazing. Tim's spirit is one that lives on in each of us, in some way big or small. Though I only knew him for a short while at Vanderlyn and then at Peachtree, his energy and genuine kindness sticks with you. Even if he were still with us on earth, I think his personality would still reverberate strongly with me, and with anyone else who had the unique experience of meeting him. I am humbled to see that his spirit lives on in so many people today, and that his generosity carries on in a scholarship in his name. Truly amazing...

Mr. and Mrs. Redovian, It was great to see you at the Dunwoody fundraiser this past year and to share in the wonderful memories of Tim. I just checked the website for the first time and was excited to see the great things that are being done for students in Tim's memory. I also wanted to pass on that I spoke with Bob Pettignano and he would be interested in hearing about the fund and its work also. Please contact me at the e-mail address given here to pass on his contact information. May you have a wonderful New Year, Jim Fortenberry

Salvete discipuli! Salve Magistra! Wow! I can't believe that ten years have come and gone. It almost seems surreal. It's funny though that although so much time has passed my memories of Tim have not faded. I still remember his big smile. That just speaks to the essence of Tim. He was such a bright spirit. I attended DCPA with Tim. We had latin together during which we translated the 12 labors of Hercules and wathced our teacher stand on her head. Those were fun times. Tim's passing from pnemonia was such a shock to me not just because of his age but because my own sister had just recently overcome it. In May 2007 I will finish a degree in respiratory therapy. As a respiratory therapist I hope to have the chance to help people who suffer from respiratory distress syndromes get well.

I received an email this morning referencing next months event and I thought I would take a look see at the site. Wow looking at Tim's picture brought back a flood of memories from 10 years ago. I can remember in 1996 Brandy coming into class to tell me Tim was gone. I don't remember crying that day, but I can say today I did. I took time to go thru all the pictures, messages, and poems - we all miss him. I can't wait to see everyone at the event.

I managed to survive Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome last summer after being put into a drug induced coma for 7 weeks. I read that ARDS kills more people a year than breast cancer, yet most people have never heard of ARDS unless they encounter it personally. I wrote a bit about my experience on my website www.johnnelson.net/news/blog. Best of luck to you Click here to check out my website, www.johnnelson.net

I was blessed with a Tim Redovian scholarship in 2000. The experience filled me with such gratitude, and I would have never been able to participate in the firespark program if it hadn't have been for the Redovians. I remember that soon after I received the scholarship, Mrs. Redovian attended a performance I was in. She brought me flowers, and it was so special to me. I'd never received flowers after a performance before. And while she probably doesn't remember that, it meant so much to me. Thank you, Redovian family, for helping people like me discover our talents. God bless all of you. Love, chrissie

Jim & Sherrill, What a blessing this site is. I recently saw information about the upcoming 10th Anniversary Celebration and logged onto your website to find out more information. I was truly touched to see how you have touched the lives of so many people as a result of what had to be one of the most painful times of your life! I know Tim would be so proud! Heather Frost

I met Tim at GHP in 1996 at our counseling class. Tim was a great friend! He was a bright spot in my day that summer. I was so blessed to get to know him in the last months of his life. My life was changed in knowing him, and I miss him a lot! Kerokeropi...timopi, taylopi, pattopi!

Now, could their be a better reason to run and Ebay business in memorial of Tim Redovian. The idea of making money in honor of a young soul is what life's about. Things like this refresh my idea of mankind. Giving young people scholarships is making this world a better place. The more you educate our children the more they can give back to society. It was told to me at a very early age, "You can't keep what you got unless you give some away." I did not know you Tim, but I like what you stand for. Giving our children a shot today insures a break for someone else tomarrow. Thanking you in advance for all our blessings

Dear Jim and Sherrill, Mack and I just received the information about the 10th Anniversary Celebration. Included in the newsletter was your website, so I immediately logged on. After reading about Tim's life from his friends and family, I feel as if I knew him, and can honestly say I miss him. I know his contribution to the arts were many, and it touches my heart to know that his contribution continues through the Memorial Fund. Mack and I are saving the Nov.4 date. Thank you for allowing us the privilege of "meeting" your remarkable son. He obviously "did you proud", and your tribute to him is beyond precious! Blessings, Pattie Hannah

I enjoyed reading through your website & getting to know Tim. He was an exceptional young man & it's great to see that his life lives on through the gift of his scholarships. I too lost my daughter, Amanda, from this same illness, only 5 weeks after her 16th birthday. She died at Egleston Hospital on September 22, 2000, after having been ill only 7 1/2 weeks. She was on ECMO for over a month,until her lungs hemorrhaged. I had read a newspaper article regarding a fund raiser, for your son's scholarship, about three years ago. I knew from the article that he had died of the same illness as Amanda. My hope is that no more children or their families have to go through this same pain. Congratulations for the wonderful work that you are doing, in Tim's name.

This is an amazing website. You did a wonderful job in capturing Tim's life so all would feel as though they knew him. I was referred to this site as I lost my daughter, Jessica, to ARDS on January 14, 2004. She also developed ARDS due to complications from a viral pneumonia and she also was on a respirator and then brought to Egleston's and put on the ECMO machine. She was on for about a month. Her lungs would not heal as well and with both lungs collapsed and the complications with the blood thinner- it was a nightmare. Jess died a little over 3 months after her 16th birthday. A very strange illness that most know nothing about. I am so sorry for your loss but I can see that Tim lives on through this website and the scholarships in his name.

I actually only knew Tim for a short period of time and that was at Vanderlyn Elementary school where we were vikings together. We made the craziest pair of friends because he was mostly shorter than our classmates, and I myself stood towering over everyone else. We were the odd pair. Once we graduated to go on to middle school like most people we parted ways and never got in touch again. I didn't have a chance to pay my respects so I wanted to do it now. Tim was a very memorable person and I know his spirit continues to live on. Blessings to you and your family.

Praise God for Tim! When I was about 5 years old and I first realized that when we die -- we will never come back to earth I was very mad at God. When I think about your son, I get mad all over again, and I know those thoughts are childish and immature; my heart is also warm with beautiful thoughts that you had your son for 16 years and he was talented, intelligent and beautiful. He will never be forgotten. Thank you for sharing him with us. I did not get a chance to speak with you the other night when the DeKalb County Superintendent was at the PTSA meeting. I wanted to express my thanks for you staying involved with the school. Praise God for you and Tim! Denise Balford (daughter Yasmin (10th grade) at DSA)

I have had the honor of meeting Jim & his family through baseball in Franklin Tn and just happened to come across this wonderful memorial for Tim. I never met Tim, but his incredible lifesong hits home with me as my Mom's life was also committed to the Love of the Arts and like all of you via Tim, I was the recepient of the positive impacts that follow these special individuals. Oh yes, there are certainly some off-the-wall, zany, we say "artistic" things, my brothers & sister still do & say to this day that only Mom could appreciate. I would bet that is the same for all who knew Tim! Thank you for this encouraging Memorial.

Hello Everyone. I, like everybody who knew Tim, was thinking about him and ran across one of the flyers for the fundrasier and i figured i would come back and write some more. Honestly, my mind goes back to the unreal day in November 1996(wow it really has been 10 years). When i remember Tim, i remember a guy who did not like to keep enemies. The only people who did not like him were the ones who did not know him. One of the good things i think came out of this is the fact that we(the students who knew tim) are close with his parents. I know that the love that tim had, and showed started with them. I love all of you. Hope to see you all at the big event!

I just wanted to wish the entire Redovian family a Happy New Year!! Granted I know its the 21st day of the year so I'm a little late...

Wow, the memories...this is about the best site to even remember DCPA, since the new DSA website doesn't go back that far... Just taking a moment to remember all these names that I should have never forgotten! Class of 97

I came across this site while viewing the DSA website and was truly touched by the stories of generosity and love shared by Tim's friends and family. I did not know Tim personally but I know of him from attending Avondale (c/o 97). I was in class when a friend of Tim's found out about his passing and I will never forget her reaction. It was a testimate to how well loved Tim was. I pray that his family finds comfort in knowing the impact that Tim had on so many people, even those of us who never met him.

Well long time know see, maybe some of you guys will remember me. I'm the one that pretty much kept everyone on the edge of their seats waiting for the next teacher to loose it and leave avondale. Anyways what fun times I did'nt get to know tim as well as i wish i would have. For the amount of what i learened of him maybe helped me in some ways. I just know that when i was hanging with him at lunch i always felt like i was someone other than the local hoodrat. Of passing him in the halls or just hanging out with everyone after school waiting for rides or just hanging well all loved Tim. Even if you did'nt know him it would'nt take long untill you thought of him as a true friend. Anyways it was cool to find this site because i miss everyone, We all have gotten older and lost touch but i want everyone to know i still think of everyone and i miss you much. Tim,Lisa,Tigger,Aja,Brian,Monica,and so on.

Wow I cant believe I just found this website. I was surfing thru the new DSA website and happened on it. Although I wasnt one of the more popular of the DCPA kids at Avondale (class of 97) I did know Tim and most of the people that have posted on here. We were friends. Not on as personal of a level as Randy, Marsha, Torrie, Caroline and the others but we were still friends. I remember chipping in for a fundraiser event that we did...we auctioned off people and Tim was one of the people that was auctioned off....I was one of the 6 people that put up money to "buy" him. I remember we dressed him up like a pink fairy...complete with wings and all. It was great...he walked around school that way all day long...like it was normal. Tim was always happy and smiling...just bein silly. I also remember he was in rehearsal for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in 96 with my mom. I remember when we found out he was sick. I would pray for him everyday. I was Assistant stage manager for that show and I got to lead the prayer for him before every rehearsal. I also remember the day we found out he had passed. I was shocked, I honestly didnt understand. But I knew he was in a better place free of pain. That christmas Mr Biering took us to his parents house and we sang christmas carols.....that made me happy cause we could bring them smiles. Looking at this site brought back soo many memories. I looked at the pics and remembered him, it made me smile. I work for Disney now in Orlando, and there are things here that I remind me of him and the school....

Hey all, I can't believe I have never been to this website. Actually if it wasn't for Marsha I would have never known about it. Hey Mr. and Mrs. Redovian, how are you? I'm good. I was thinking about you and Tim today. Actually I was thinking of Nikki and a dream she had. And then I started thinking about you guys and Tim and the memories that I had tucked away into a safe space in my mind. Well toady I went there and I really enjoyed what i remembered. I remembered Tim giving me his grapes for lunch everyday and me and Torie fighting over them. Those were some good grapes and Tim always shared so willingly. I miss him so much.

This is my first time posting on Tim's website. Even though I only knew him for just under three years, we became very close through performing together- especially doing show choir and school shows together. I am actually posting because I recently wrote Mrs. Redovian an e-mail telling her about a dream I had about Tim. She asked if I would share it on the site, so here it is. It was sooo vivid. It's kind of random, but it ends up making sense. So I don't know what we were all doing in the same place, but Sherril and Jim were there and I was there and a few other people that I can't remember their faces. We found this sickly baby and we pulled it out of this box. It was very thin and malnourished looking with black hair, but somehow we knew it was Tim. At first I was avoiding the baby because I didn't want to see him sick like that again, but eventually I went and held him in my arms, and I was very emotional, and He calmed Me and was like you have nothing to worry about-- I'm fine, I've always been fine. And I said I miss you- we miss you. And he was like I know, but I don't ever have to miss you guys- the people I love- because now I can Always be with All the people I love All the time. Then all of a sudden he was a grown up who looked like Tim in the face, still with glasses, and he had the black hair, but it was short and spiky, and he was dressed in black. And he said the same thing at a podium, for like everyone to hear. I feel like there was a lot more, but that's all I can remember. Anyway, I know it was just his way of letting me know that he is here with me always. With all of us always. I woke up crying- I can't believe it's almost been 9 years, and sometimes it feels like it was yesterday. And we all know that he is with us watching us, its just nice to get a visit from him every once in a while. So I hope you all enjoyed my story. It's just another example of how Tim continues to touch our lives

I was a Theatre Major with Tim at GHP '96. My favorite memory with him is tap dancing to "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" in our final performance of the summer. I teach dance and this year I have choreographed a tap number for my students to "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" in honor of Tim. I can't listen to the song without thinking of him and his vibrance!

I was babysitting a little girl on Thursday night and she wanted to watch GREASE. I hadn't seen it since high school. It reminded me so much of Tim. But I didn't realize that it reminded me of Tim until that song Hopelessly Devoted came on. Tim loved that song, and he always performed it for us (wether we liked it or not) on long bus rides. He performed it along with Total Eclipse of the Heart, Time after Time, and songs from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat. I felt a little sad when I heard that song, not because it reminded me of Tim, but because I had forgotten all about it. I never want to let go of my precious memories. So I have been looking through old yearbooks, photo albums, and visiting the website. I wish all of you the best. We all had good times at AHS/DCPA; especially those with Tim. P.S. I noticed that in my last post I said that I thought if Tim were still with us he would surely be in Hollywood or L.A. by now, but I think I meant Hollywood or NYC!!! ;)

Mr. & Mrs. Redovian, I think of you everytime I write in the journal you gave me and members of my class (in '99). (Can you believe I still have empty pages?) Tim was very special and I only have positive memories of him. One of the last things I remember saying to him had something to do with a tan he got in Hawaii (I think that's right). That color looked good on him. *smile I will keep your family in my prayers. (Have faith in God and he will see you through.) Love, Michaela

I am one of Tim's brothers kids and I was thinking how I remember him putting me on my stomach and bouncing me. I am 12 now and when he died I was 3 or 4. I remember my two aunts (Tim's sisters), My 2nd cousin Hannnah and I were singing him a tape for when he was in the hospital. I miss him sooo much and part of me is thinking there is so much I didn't know. I will always remember him and love and miss him!!! Love your niece,Katie

Thanks from co-President of Dekalb School of the Arts. See you at the auction.

Hey everyone. I remember my first year at Avondale, I heard everyone talk about Tim. "He's so talented, he's so funny. Then when i saw him for the first time, i thought to myself, "who that little guy". It wasn't until we had a drama class in 9th grade that i got to see all of his talents. Tim had the unbelievable ability to make you laugh at a moments notice. I remember during one show, i made a mistake and felt really bad about it. When it seemed like everyone in the show did not want to speak to me, Tim came ove my way and just flashed a smile. It made me feel better. Reading this board I know we all have 1 Tim moment. In a world thats not always good to you, it was great to have someone around, that could always make you laugh! Thank you for letting me have my Tim moment. Mr. & Mrs Redovian(Jim & Sherrell sound way too formal) I love you and thank you for everything

I always think of Tim this time of year. It has been eight years now. I often think about what Tim would be doing if he were still with us. Surely he would be in Hollywood or L.A. by now! But we are left with the memories of a 16 year old boy, and amazing memories they are! Tim was such a great friend and I have so many memories that make me laugh. All the long hours we spent on the bus or at rehearsals together made for some very interesting conversations and activities. I was never bored when I was with Tim. I don't remember anyone disliking Tim. How could they? I still miss my friend, but I am so glad that such wonderful things came from his life. He would be so happy!

It will be eight years soon . . . why does it seem like yesterday? I miss you, Tim! I miss your infectious laugh, the way you lit up the stage when you were performing, the way you cared for your family and friends, the way you hated endings (you always cried). Most of all, I miss not having you in my life. Love, Mom

I had the pleasure of working with young Master Tim in his earlier formative years doing A MAGICAL CHRISTMAS at the 14th Street Playhouse. This show incorporated live actors and puppet characters in the same show...and featured a cleverly built set that hid the puppeteers entirely. Tim never missed a beat and acted superbly with his puppet costars. I particularly remember how well he took direction...and his performances soared from there! I am glad that through this Foundation, I am able to offer my talents to help raise scholarship money for other talented youths!

I never had the pleasure of knowing Tim, but his memory and passion for the arts lives on in every person that Tim's Memorial Fund touches. I HAVE had the pleasure of knowing many of the recipients of the scholarship awards given through Tim's Fund. So VERY MANY lives have been touched in a POSITIVE way!! Color me yellow.

Jake, Heather, Aspen, Blythe & Gavin just wanted to let eveyone know that we continue to keep the Redovians in our prayers. We love you all!

Today, as part of my ongoing efforts to procrastinate, I went to check my mailbox. I was expecting bills, junk mail, maybe a credit card offer or two. Instead I saw Tim's face smiling at me from the front of an announcement for this year's Night at the Theatre. Seven years later, a picture of Tim can have the power of making me want to smile and cry at the same time. As I browsed through the website today, I was amazed with how emotionally I was struck. I cried as if I just found out he passed away all over again. I think that fact alone is testament to what a strong impact Tim made on those who knew him. I was friends with Tim in high school, and there are far too many memories to list here. But what it comes down to is this: Timmy was, hands down, one of the most positive, generous, loveable people I have ever known. He could make you laugh at anything. He gave the best hugs in the world. He will always be loved and he will always be missed dearly.

So all these years have passed and I've just joined the 21st century and am now searcing the web. I am visiting this site for the first time today. Reason being, I have had one of those miserable days where I thought absolutely nothing could cheer me up, until I heard somebody on TV make a joke about Grease 2. I began to smile because I can remember Tim and I acting out scenes from that movie in Mr. Narker's drama class when we were suposed to be acting out something we had seen that "inspired us". I then imagined Tim getting all mad at the person for making a joke about such a great movie. "'You Bowl Me Over' is the best song ever!" All these years have gone by and still nobody can make me laugh like Tim.

Sherrill and Jim.........I hope you are doing well. Sarah Jane is in NYC working hard. I know that she thinks of Tim often and I know that she misses him much and keeps a collection of yellow items, especially socks, in his memory. Take care and God bless.

Sherrill - I have just read your wonderful e-mail to Beth, and it gives me hope. I am Beth's friend's sister and we lost our 17 year old son, Andy, in a tragic car crash 8 weeks ago. Your son Tim was a wonderful young man and your Memorial Fund is a great expression of your love and Tim's love. Andy had a passion for soccer as Tim had a passion for the theater. We have begun a Memorial Fund to help other youth develop their talents through sports and your website is truly inspiring. I hope our paths may cross again.

Hi Jim and Sherry. I am Taylor Smith's Mom (we usually sit either behind or in front of you in church!). I had no idea about Tim. What an amazing person and what a terrific website. I have saved it to show Taylor (and Ryan). In fact, I was looking for drama camps for Ryan for the summer and that is how I found the site. Ryan loves to be on stage and would love to be as involved as your son was. I just wanted you to know that I had found the site and have now prayed for your family. Thank you for continuing to share your love for Tim and our Lord through your dedication to our children at DBC. Beth Smith

Wow, I can't believe it took me this long to come to this website. It is wonderful, and it just reminds me what great and wonderful person Tim, and what a great friend he was to me. We grew in the later years of his life; we went to high school together, and GHP together. We were two peas in a pod, anyone can tell you! Like Caroline said earlier, I was surprised to find myself in almost all of the pictures, and even a few from high school. Tim, I love you SOOOOOO much and I will never forget you as long as I live. To the Redovians, please do not hesitate to contact me if you ever need anything for the fund, the website, the festival, ANYTHING! I love you yellow!

Although I never actually knew Tim, I feel as if I did. While attending DeKalb School of the Arts, his presence and legacy lives on. Every year, we still honor his legacy during Fringe Festival, each spring. I have dreams and aspirations just as Tim did, and someday, I believe that I will accomplish them. I would like to thank the foundation for supporting me with everything I am doing.

For some reason I've been thinking about Tim recently and how much he meant to me. He was the first person I met when I transfered high schools from Chicago to ATL. He helped me grow and settle into my new communities in ways I never felt possible and I'll love him forever for that(and just being the most adorable wonderful guy in the world). I hope that everyone has a friend in their lives at some point like Tim. He continues to inspire me.

Tim was a friend of mine in high school. I always remember how he had the greatest ability to make EVERYONE laugh. He was so extremely talented and ambitious. He accomplished so much in sixteen years. More than many adults. He is greatly missed.

Wow, for some reason I can't get Tim off of my mind today. His picture still hangs on my bulletin board. I just wanted to thank you two, Mr. and Mrs. Redovian. Both of you have done nothing but support me and I can not repay you for it. I most certainly miss seeing your faces now that I have graduated. I'll be home at Christmas....maybe we can catch up then. I miss you. I love you Yellow! Danielle

As an aspiring theater major, I can relate to Tim's passions in the arts. I,too, was a Governor's Honors GHP person and student of Allison Biggers. I really appreciate his seriousness in pursuing his dreams in theater. I wish I could've known him. Sarah

I never thought that my random search for some information about another person could lead me to this story. I am so sorry for your loss and please let me know how I could be of assistance, even if I am from the other side of the globe.

I signed this guestbook a few months ago and am signing it again to find out information about the Fund's fundraisers for the rest of this year and next year. I live in Savannah but would like to help/attend some of the fundraisers. If someone could contact me, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks in advance.

I was a theatre major with Tim at GHP in 1996. He was a truly talented and gifted young man. I had no business being grouped into any class that included him. He outshone us all, and we are all the better for having known him.

I stumbled across this website and was surprised to see myself in several photos. I met Tim at GHP in the summer of 1996. Although I got to spend time with Tim for only 6 weeks, he and I became close during this short period of time. He was an amazingly gifted, giving, gentle soul who made me laugh, think, and grow during GHP. Tim always beat me at Pictionary, he made fun of my cheese raviolis, we engaged in hours long conversations about the silliest things, and he was happy to listen to my daily doses of melodrama. Simply put, Tim was a wonderful friend. Unfortunately, I lost touch with Tim and did not receive news of his death for a long time. I, like everyone else, continue to miss Tim's bright spirit; it is truly a blessing that there is a memorial to carry on his talent, vision, and memory.

During the years that I was blessed to have Tim Redovian in my life, I often wondered how one individual could possess a rare and sincere ability to befriend so many people from different corners and walks of life. Tim's inventory of friends reflected a person who possessed a heart that was capable of loving and appreciating people, despite the various physical and character traits that alienated them from the hearts of others. Tim was a lover--and for that reason, I and many other people continue to love, adore, and remember him.

I graduated from AHS/DCPA in 1997 and I remember Tim. I remember if nothing else the unforgetable smile he always had. It was nice to see this site and see the pictures of Tim and other friends that I haven't seen in years. It brought back wonderful memories. My prayers go out to his family. This site is a wonderful way to keep his memory alive for all who knew and loved him.

Tim was a childhood friend of mine whom I will never forget because he was, well....unforgetable. We shared thousands of jokes and countless memories. Puzzle races, teacing school in the basement, the doo-doo step, friends? friends, categories, learning to dive, can I have an S-N-A-C-K?, the candy stash, roller derby...the list is endless. He continues to inspire and guide me and I will carry his memory with me forever.

I just read the story of Tim. He sounds like he was an amazing young man. It was a terrible thing for him to be ill and to lose his life to a disease that is so deadly. I feel for his parents in every way. The idea of losing someone so young is a harsh reality. I believe that their son is in heaven watching over his parents and loved ones. Everyone that had the opportunity to meet this incredible young man should be honored and thankful that they had the chance to be touched by an angel!!!!!!!!

I give my loudest applause to all Tim's friends and family for producing this entertaining and educational site! I cannot tie any relationship to Tim other than that I remember attending high school with his brother, Alex. However, I will now think of Tim in the future and celebrate his life as he seems to have done so energetically!

What a wonderful website, and what an incredible honor to Tim's memory. I do not really recall how I came to this site, but it meant a great deal to me. I recently lost two people inside of a month, one of whom was VERY dear to me. It's refreshing to see things like this site, keeping someone's memory alive. I will be sure to try and help as much as I can. Again, this is a great site, and I believe that what you are doing honors Tim in a way that words cannot express.

I knew Tim since the second grade. He was the most energetic person I've ever met! I still can't find anyone who will go trick-or-treating the day before Halloween! Only good, happy thoughts come into my head when I think of Tim, he still makes me smile. I miss you Tim. Love, Alexis

Tim was one of my dearest friends and not a day goes by that I don't think about him. I am so glad that this site is now up and running so that his memory can remain strong. I love you yellow.

Hi, I'm so sorry about the loss of your son. It sounds like he was a vibrant, passionate young man and a joy to be around. I wish there was more I could do to help. I am not able to contribute financially right now, but I'll be sure to pass the word about your site and keep you in my thoughts and prayers! (I found this site through Kip Pardue links.) Sincerely, Karin D.

Hello..I am really sorry about your son. It is such a big loss for I think Tim is the kind of person who could inspire people around him and for people to look up to.................

Tim sounds like he was a truly a remarkable young man and quite a loss to so many. It is amazing to hear of such a young man who knew exactly what he wanted so young and set out to do just that, no matter what the odds. How brave. (I'm still trying to figure out what I want to do when I grow up; I'm 32!) Anyway, amazing site so far and can't wait to see the rest. By the way, I heard about this site from Laurie Chance. I am a friend of hers and lived through the loss of her son with her.

I'm a recent college graduate, and unfortunately do not have any extra money to contribute. This fund sounds like a wonderful idea, and a beautiful tribute. I was just wondering if there was any other way I could help besides donating money. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.

Hello. I am sincerely sorry for your loss. Tim sounds like a wonderful young man, and so many accomplishments for such a young person! And because of your hard work in his name he will be an inspiration to many (as I am sure he has been already). I too lost a son much too soon. My son, Tristan, was 16 months old when he died of a brain injury in August of 1996. I have raised money for brain injury research in his name and I have great hopes that many people will be helped because of him. Again....I am so sorry for your loss. Please email me and/or visit Tristan's site at www.angelfire.com/mo2/tristan/frontpage.html I would love to hear from you!!!! Sincerely, Laurie Chance (Tristan's mom) P.S. I got the link to this site from an online chat with Kip Pardue

Hello...Please take the time to come in and look around, learn about this amazing kid and his amazing life that ended too soon. I never once saw Tim without a smile on his face or a book in his hand, and in that way, he has inspired me more than any other person in the world. I truly feel like his angel has landed on my shoulders, I just hope I can live up to Tim's standards and talent. He was like a brother to me, and I will always miss him...This fund will help spread the word on the performing arts in Atlanta and allow for the development of others like Tim. Thanks so much for the time, kip pardue

Wow this site kinda hit my "soft" nerves. He sounded soo promising. I would soo like to praise you guys for setting up this foundation in honour of Tim. Hope it works out soo well for you guys. (found this site through Kip Pardue links)

Hi! For anyone who has tried to visit before and leave a message, I bet you thought we would never get this up and running. Well, we are on our way and I am hopeful that his whole site will be finished soon. We would love for you to sign Tim's guest book and tell us how you found this site. If you knew Tim we would love for you to let us know how he touched your life. Thank you for visiting and please come again. We expect great things from THE TIM REDOVIAN MEMORIAL FUND, INC. in the future and we will keep you updated on what is happening through this site. Sherrill Redovian, Tim's Mom