Memories
Please share your memories of Tommy with me. Even if it is one that I have heard before. Even if you have more than one. I want to keep them all to look back on and give thanks for my little man’s life. I will share as well. Thank you.
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About Tommy
On July 29, 2009, Tommy Botell was killed by a rock retaining wall that collapsed while hiking with his family at Lassen Volcanic National Forest.
Tommy's sister Katrina, was seriously injured and suffered numerous facial fractures.
Tommy was a dedicated scout, a fan of Indiana Jones, a budding adventurer and a beloved son and brother.
Tommy died in the loving arms of his mother. He was 9 years old.
This site is dedicated to his memory and keeping that memory alive.
Remembering You, Tommy
So many memories have been flooding our lives lately, Tommy. It is such a beautiful thing. Katrina was reminded of the times when you used to do things to try and bother her. You used to put your finger as close to her face as possible and say, “I’m not touching you. I’m not touching you.” Kat would just sit there and roll her eyes. She never seemed to be to bothered by your little brother antics. I can remember when you used to put one foot in Katrina’s room and move it in and out of her room and say “I’m in your room, now I’m not. I’m in your room, now I’m not.” Katrina would let you come in if you promised to stay on her bed and not touch a thing. I also have been remembering how much you and Brittany would love when Kat made up fun games for you guys to play. She had such a great creative mind for making up games. You all had so much fun. I miss all my kids playing together and the bond that they shared. Things sure have changed. You were a glue around here, Tommy. I miss you.