In Memoriam: Craig Grumet 1987-2004


Name:
Cousin ron
Email:
rw3266@optonline.net
Location:
East Meadow
Date:
Monday May 31, 2004 06:53:40 GMT
Comments:
Craigie,I think of you everyday.What a smile. I miss you. I love you
Name:
MISSIN UU
Email:
MISSINU@AOL.COM
Date:
Monday May 31, 2004 03:43:41 GMT
Comments:
CRAIG WORDS CAN DESCRIBE HOW MUCH I MISS YOU. YOU ARE THE MOST AMAZING PERSON EVER. CANT WAIT TILL WE MEET AGAIN!
I LOVE U CRAIG. RIP--
Name:
LOVE YOU CRAIG
Email:
ILOVECRAIG@AOL.COM
Location:
ROSLYN HEIGHTS
Date:
Sunday May 30, 2004 16:23:59 GMT
Comments:
WHY DID THIS HAVE TO HAPPEN TO YOU? WHY DID THEY HAVE TO TAKE YOU AWAY, CRAIGY? I MISS YOU MORE THAN YOU WILL EVER KNOW. I WILL NEVER COME TO TERMS WITH WHY THIS HAD TO HAPPEN. YOU ARE ON MY MIND AND IN MY HEART EVERYDAY, AND I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. I CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU AGAIN IN HEAVEN. I LOVE YOU SOOO MUCH CRAIGY!!!! YOU MEAN THE WORLD TO ME. REST IN PEACE, LOVE YOU.
Name:
love
Email:
j@aol.com
Location:
new york
Date:
Sunday May 30, 2004 16:03:33 GMT
Comments:
craig-i dont know where to start. there is not one day that passes that i dont think about you. it feels like it was just yesterday i saw you. i still cant believe you're gone. i will never understand why this happened to you. you were the most amazing person i had ever come across in my life. its hard knowing i wont see you for a while, and knowing that makes me wonder how im going to go on, but i will keep going on because i know thats what you'd want me to do, live my life to the fullest. you will be in my heart forever, craig. i miss you way more than you'll ever know, and ill never ever forget you. i love you so much, RIP
Name:
your boy
Email:
missuman@aol.com
Location:
RIP
Date:
Saturday May 29, 2004 15:13:23 GMT
Comments:
I miss u. I love you. I never got the chance to say farewell to you. Its not goodbye, its just farwell for a while until the day we meet again. I'll see you when I get there, i'll meet you at the crossroads. Your my boy always. We'll ride togetha foreva. Your spirit is keeping me alive, and i'll keep your memory alive for as long as I live..until we meet again i think of you every day bro. love u kid
Mr & Mrs Grumet- my prayers will always be with you.Craig was my best friend...he was the greatest. He will truly be missed. Your son changed my life..and he will live on forever.
Name:
Irrelivant
Email:
irrelivant@aol.com
Location:
irrelivant
Date:
Saturday May 29, 2004 01:59:31 GMT
Comments:
Your passing has truely made me more appreciative of my life. It is a shame that this happened to you, and i will never be able to pass the awful road where the accident occured w/o thinking about you!
Name:
mk
Email:
mksoccer@aol.com
Date:
Friday May 28, 2004 20:25:06 GMT
Comments:
My 1st thoughts were to stop when my man left.I started drinkin more thinkin of my mans death then i thought he wouldnt wanna see me crumble.when he handed me the ball I promised I wont fumble & I wont,I got ur pictures it aint the same without ur laugh.I like to think about the past cuz if there was no 1 I could speak with I could speak wit u.u knew all I was into what i been through
they couldn't mess wit us kid.we was off the chain
blew the spot up when we came and got inside the game.
it was an honor playin wit u on the same team u mean a very great deal to me.its only right i step it up.u kept it real with me..ill keep it real & keep u alive 4ever
Until that day we meet again & when that day comes is when I get a chance to tell you I love you.
You made us strong.I could speak for all the boyz we miss u kid
I LOVE YOU BRO. RIP Until the day we meet again you will always b wit me. TO THE GRAVE
Name:
miss u
Email:
loveucraigy@aol.com
Date:
Friday May 28, 2004 20:02:24 GMT
Comments:
CRAIG- I MISS U .I CANT STOP THINKING ABOUT YOU. WHY DID THIS HAVE TO HAPPEN TO YOU.I CANT GET YOU OUT OF MY HEAD. I JUST FEEL LIKE IM HAVING THE WORST NIGHTMARE AND THIS IS ALL NOT EVEN TRUE. REALITY HASNT HIT ME YET, AND I NEVER WANT IT TOO. I MISS YOU SO MUCH,YOU COULD NOT EVEN IMAGINE. I HOPE YOUR LOOKING DOWN ON ME AND EVERYONE ELSE AND SEEING HOW MUCH WE MISS YOU. I LOVE U ALWAYS.. UNTILL THAT DAY WE MEET AGAIN..YOU'LL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART & ON MY MIND. REST IN PEACE. I'LL SEE U IN HEAVEN,YOUR MY ANGEL
Name:
Alex Gold
Email:
GOLDIE33133@AOL.COM
Location:
jericho
Date:
Friday May 28, 2004 15:15:35 GMT
Comments:
craig you were truly the most genuine person i have ever met.... I am soo lucky to have been friends with you... I love you and miss you so much ... RIP <3
Name:
brett
Email:
phish328@aol.com
Location:
OLd WEstbury
Date:
Friday May 28, 2004 01:50:39 GMT
Comments:
craig was the nicest kid i ever knew. I think Jay's lyrics to Just Yesterday some up mine, and every1 elses fealings.

"When I close my eyes I see you, when I open them I see where time has gone. Oh I miss you and I wish that you were with me now. Though it's over all our memories linger on."

craig touched so many people. Tomorrow there is a concert in his honor, all proceeds are going to his memorial fund.
Name:
Allen
Email:
nutty11@aol.com
Location:
Old Westbury, NY/ Tucson,AZ
Date:
Thursday May 27, 2004 06:33:39 GMT
Comments:
To a great friend,

All the memories we had together will always be in my heart and thoughts forever. I will always remember you as not only a great friend, but truly a loyal and caring person. I pray for you Craig. RIP
Name:
Dominic
Email:
NA@aol.com
Location:
Jericho
Date:
Thursday May 27, 2004 06:05:07 GMT
Comments:
Craig - We only met each other a few times, and you where one of the nicest kids i've met. You will always be missed by everyone. "See you at the crossroads.." R.I.P.. You wont be forgotten by me.
Name:
sam a
Email:
giabram@aol.com
Location:
roslyn heights
Date:
Thursday May 27, 2004 01:17:28 GMT
Comments:
RIP always in evryones heart
Name:
Sohil Patel
Email:
Tornadoes13@aol.com
Location:
Jericho
Date:
Wednesday May 26, 2004 21:56:45 GMT
Comments:
Craig i still cant belive ur gone...that firday night was the worst night of my life... i truely lost someone i loved so much...bro u will always be my boy.... Love you kid
Name:
Mitch
Email:
msinger@pldevelopments.com
Location:
Roslyn Hts New York
Date:
Wednesday May 26, 2004 04:08:19 GMT
Comments:
It has taken me a while to come to grips with this terrible shock. I wake up thinking that this bad dream can not be real. I marvel at all of your wonderful and special attributes, yet wonder why you are not here. Your smile, oh that very special smile, your giggle, and yes that uncanny ability to make everyone fell so loved and cherished. I was so very fortunate to have you in my life, although too short, but with such a special inpact. I always considered you one of my sons and will always have that special place in my heart for you! You might not have realized the powers you had, but you were able to teach people of all ages how to live, love and be kind to all of mankind. My heart aches for your parents,friends and family, but it also beams with pride and joy that you touched us all. I love you and will never let you out of my life.
Love Mitch
Name:
Calli Goldstein
Email:
calz17@aol.com
Location:
Roslyn
Date:
Wednesday May 26, 2004 01:32:38 GMT
Comments:
Craigy I miss you more and more each day. Everything is so hard when you're not here, I can't function properly. I try to smile and get through the days because I know that's what you want me to do, but it just doesn't feel right. Knowing how many people love you helps as every day passes, but the emptiness I feel will never be fulfilled. There are no words to describe how influental and amazing you are. I love you so much, and I just wish I had the chance to tell you again. If any of your friends need anything at all, I would love to help them and take care of them, because I know you would do the same. I guess you were an angel on earth, and G-d needed you to be with him, because that's how special you are. I know you're up there watching down on us and guiding us. We miss you, we love you, we will never forget you.
Rest In Peace
Name:
Coop
Email:
Coopz68@aol.com
Location:
Roslyn
Date:
Tuesday May 25, 2004 23:09:45 GMT
Comments:
Craig you were my first friend, ever since we were 3 we've known each other. im happy that i have a lotta memories to remember u by. ill miss u man
Name:
Sarah
Email:
puppypower1992@yahoo.com
Location:
newton
Date:
Tuesday May 25, 2004 21:13:45 GMT
Comments:
I heard of craig through Julie and Amanda and i feel soo sad, i mean if Craig was my friend i would feel so sad. Even if you aren't my friend i am soo sad for you, i wish you were still alive Craig R.I.P
Name:
Rick Simon
Email:
simonr@ewsdonline.org
Location:
Old Westbury
Date:
Tuesday May 25, 2004 13:24:44 GMT
Comments:
Craig was an extraordinary human being. His kindergarten teacher's description was true to the very end..."Craig is a sweet and kind boy." I had the good fortune to know Craig better than most students at Wheatley as he played a key role in our Dialogue Night and Parent Decide programs. Craig always had valuable ideas and an infectious enthusiasm that gave all of us hope. I miss Craig as a student and friend. Love, Mr. Simon
Name:
Lindsay Sachs
Email:
deuce239@yahoo.com
Location:
Los Angeles
Date:
Tuesday May 25, 2004 02:41:02 GMT
Comments:
Although last summer was my first as a counselor at Pontiac, I was fortunate enough to meet Craig. I signed up to play in a soccer league with couselors. I didn't know everyone on the team, but after watching Craig play I was stoked--I thought hey, our team is gonna be awesome with this kid! The few games we got to play together he made an effort to say hi. He even passed the ball to me, despite the fact that I was a girl! Thanks Craig for all the memories...Pontiac will not be the same without you! ~RIP~
Name:
Melissa
Email:
SweeT5mel@aol.com
Location:
Jericho
Date:
Monday May 24, 2004 04:55:32 GMT
Comments:
Craig- I unfortunately never got the chance to meet you, but I know many people that knew and loved you. I wish I had known you, because it seems as though you're the type of person everyone needs in their life. I hope that wherever you are, you are happy and smiling that beautiful smile. R.I.P
Name:
Anonymous
Email:
anonymous@aol.com
Date:
Monday May 24, 2004 04:38:01 GMT
Comments:
I did not know Craig while he was with us, but after reading so many heartfelt passages I feel like I did. My sincerest condolences go out to his family and to so many of you who were deep touched by Craig Grumet. These memorials being written to him are helping me understand the capacity of how special he was. I truly believe you all when you say that he will never be forgotten because he seems like an unforgettable kind of guy. I wish I had the chance to know him and be impacted by him the way all of you have been. Thank you for sharing your memories with everyone else. R.I.P. Craig "...now and forever WE will always think of you.."
Name:
Linda
Email:
Lsinger470@aol.com
Location:
Roslyn Heights
Date:
Monday May 24, 2004 04:19:22 GMT
Comments:
To have shared life with Craig was a blessing. He added his warmth and beautiful laughs to everything we did together. A truer friend we'll never find. Every memory is a treasure to hold on to forever. Craigie, I'll always have you in my heart, you taught me so much about how to love and how to live, and how to respect other's needs. You were much more to me than the friend of my children, you were my friend. I hope everyone touched by your love will live life a little kinder, and always find time each day to giggle. The love our families shared is forever. I love you and miss you, and I can see you with your beautiful smile and gigantic red short, eating waffles. Love forever.
Name:
mike nemeroff
Email:
drsmirnov420@aol.com
Location:
melville
Date:
Sunday May 23, 2004 21:17:31 GMT
Comments:
i met craig my first summer of camp, and right when i first talked to him i knew that he was a great person...i love you bro u will never be forgotten...rest in peace man
--just yesterday--
Name:
Issy
Email:
Crayzissy@aol.com
Location:
Roslyn
Date:
Sunday May 23, 2004 18:39:34 GMT
Comments:
Craig - you will be remebered always as a genuine, caring and loving person. You made it possible for my best friend to experience love and what it was like to be loved back...you truly are an angel - i love and miss you so much. Rest In Peace..
Name:
Ellner
Email:
xdmx318@aol.com
Location:
12516- Copake
Date:
Sunday May 23, 2004 02:59:01 GMT
Comments:
Craig,
I miss u man. Why did this have to happen to you. From now on, when I hear Jay sing Just Yesterday, ill be crying. You touchesd many lives, mine included. I love and miss u man.
"There are heroes, and there are legends... Heroes get remembered, but legends never die."
Your a legend. And you will live on, in our minds and hearts. There is a piece of you in everyone. There will never be another like you.
Name:
Filter
Email:
vince15jmf@aol.com
Location:
westport
Date:
Sunday May 23, 2004 00:41:03 GMT
Comments:
Craig will always be missed. RIP
Name:
Max Greenwald
Email:
stuffedred@aol.com
Location:
Great Neck
Date:
Saturday May 22, 2004 22:43:25 GMT
Comments:
Before i moved to Great Neck, I was next door neighbors with the Grumet's. I was little and didnt remember much about anything, but i remembered that Craig always had a smile on his face and was always happy. RIP craig, you will be deeply missed
Name:
ashley
Email:
ashfitch29@aol.com
Location:
herricks
Date:
Saturday May 22, 2004 21:36:33 GMT
Comments:
craig- everyone misses you so much and there are no words to explain what happened...i miss the times we used to hang out back in the day. we love you and miss you..rip
Name:
Mateh
Email:
Oprah_kamsutchom@yahoo.com
Location:
Old Westbury
Date:
Saturday May 22, 2004 20:34:58 GMT
Comments:
Craig seemed liek such a beautiful person, and I"m sorry I never got to know him, but i know that everyone will miss always. Craig I hope you know you have changed everyones lives forever....you will never be forgotten....ever. <3
Name:
bari
Email:
juicybabe18@aol.com
Location:
East Williston
Date:
Saturday May 22, 2004 16:25:20 GMT
Comments:
Craig, I always called you my brother and you called me your sister, but until now i never realized that in fact I was the older one. I always looked up to you, and you were always the oen giving me the advice. i remember one time, the summer before 8th grade; i got into a huge fight with my dad at 11:00 the night before the camp bus was to leave. i called you and i was in tears. you told me to hold on and you'd be right over. within 10 minutes you were at my house with your puma sweatshirt and told me if i was ever sad at camp and felt like talkign to you like we did at home, to just think of you and know that everything was going to be okay. i can't express how heart broken I am that I can't call you anymore to cry and you tell me that everyhting is going to be okay. i miss you so much. i love you always and you are forever in my heart. RIP
Name:
Alan
Email:
Fleuryz14@aol.com
Location:
Roslyn Heights
Date:
Saturday May 22, 2004 16:20:59 GMT
Comments:
Craig you are the best bro! I wish I could just pet your hair right now like old times! I miss you forever bro! Til we meet again. R.I.P. 7
Name:
Lee Paolino
Email:
leeballs@optonline.net
Location:
Sands Point
Date:
Saturday May 22, 2004 13:25:35 GMT
Comments:
Craig is always loved and never forgotten, The Paolino Family
The Just Man,
though he die early,
shall be at rest.
Length of days is not
what makes age honorable,
Nor the number of years
the true measure of life.
Understanding-
this is man's grey hairs.
Untarnished Life-
this is ripe old age.
Coming to perfection in
so short a while,
He achieved long life.
His soul,
being pleasing to the Lord,
He sped him out of
the midst of wickedness.
The Book of Wisdom
Name:
Amanda T
Email:
mandzbabi@aol.com
Location:
Roslyn Hts
Date:
Saturday May 22, 2004 04:15:12 GMT
Comments:
Craig-
Theres not much i can put into words about how i feel about something as tragic as this. Im glad that i got to know such an amazing person as you. I just wish the memories didnt have to end. Ill never forget ur smile, and your hair :)...RIP...always thinkin of u*
Name:
Amanda Ptaschnik
Email:
L am electrikk@YAHOO.COM
Location:
Port Washington
Date:
Friday May 21, 2004 16:25:11 GMT
Comments:
Craig i miss you so much, every song i listen to on the radio reminds me of you...it is kind of sad, but i love it, because i get flashbacks of all the WONDERFUL times we have spent together...you are truly one of a kind man... i bet you are up there ruling heaven RIP
Name:
Jay Braiman
Email:
jay@mrbraiman.com
Location:
Brooklyn, NY
Date:
Friday May 21, 2004 15:40:47 GMT
Comments:
Mr. Grumet was kind enough to call me this morning, and he let me know that the guestbook was full. He is currently working on a new website for Craig, but in the meantime, I have cleared the guestbook so more people can contribute.

Don't worry, I saved the previous guestbook; you can access it with the link on the main memorial page ["Click to view Memorial Guestbook - 5/12/04"].

Also, Craig's high school has set up a Memorial Fund. Contributions can be sent to:

Craig Grumet Memorial Fund
The Wheatley School
11 Bacon Road
Old Westbury, NY 11568.

Thanks again to all who have contributed.