From: Julie Halstead

Oh Alivia, we will miss your loving ways every day! My son, Michael Fetchko, was in your class at Monocacy Elementary and John Poole MS before moving away with his dad. You were always such a wonderful influence on all those who knew you. I remember thinking from the first time we met, what an amazing young girl!! Please rest in peace and grace in heaven until we meet again.

From: Wendy Young

We knew Alivia through our dear lifelong friends the Sandersons. She was such a sweet soul and always had that beautiful smile! Noah and her were such a cute couple and we were so excited when they got engaged! Alivia brought goodness and joy to everyone she met. We are thankful that we got to share a small part of her life here on this earth. She touched so many people and taught us how to pray diligently. She showed us what faith is all about. She was a very special person and was loved deeply. We are sure she heard the words well done when she entered heaven. We will always remember her and are thankful for the impact she had on our lives.

From: Grammi and PopPop Wherley

We are so glad that we were a part of Alivia’s life. She made everyone smile and loved everyone she meant. Alivia and Noah loved being together and had a very special love that we all saw. God has her in his arms, but she will always be in our hearts Love Grammi and PopPop Wherley

From:  Steve Sanderson

“Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭11‬:‭25‬ ‭ Alivia was a blessing from the first time I met her. Her smile and giggles were infectious and her love for Jesus and my son, Noah, was clearly seen. I will miss her big hugs and sassy attitude. Thankful that the Lord allowed her into our lives , she enriched my life and helped me grow in my faith as a believer. I will always remember the positive impact she had on Noah’s and my family’s lives. I only wish she could have officially become my daughter in law before she went home to be with the Lord. I count it a privilege to have known her and thought of/loved her as a daughter.

From: Jordanna Shahraki

Alivia was so full of life and love. She made an impact on our entire family with her sense of humor and kindness. She will be remembered with much love and fondness..

From: Julie Miller

Words can't express how deeply sorry I am for the loss of Alivia. She always had a smile on her face and was so sweet and caring. She fought so hard and gave it her all. Please know we are praying for you all in this extremely difficult time!

From: Barry Cohen

So sorry for your loss. What an amazing fight! May her memory be a blessing. Stay strong. Barry

From: The Mitchell family

We continue to pray for all of you.

From: Lois Miller

I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I never taught Alivia, I remember her coming to Monocacy Elementary. I had hopes that I could attend her service but I will be out of town that weekend. I'm so sad. Sending hugs and prayers to the whole family. Bianca, I hope I can see you sometime soon.

From: Jose Saavedra, MD

Dear Alivia,

As I think of what to write to you, I smile. It is difficult to write about the sadness that many of us feel, because we will no longer be able to enjoy enjoy your physical presence. For me, the sadness mostly comes, and very quickly goes away, when I remember your beautiful, honest, mischievous, and contagious smile. I am blessed to have had the privilege, together with your lifetime nurse, Lynn, and with all those who loved you, to help navigate those medical problems that were part of your life since the very beginning. Patients like you teach us that only a few times we can really cure, that maybe sometimes we can help heal, but that we can always make someone feel better. You taught us that, with your smile. When there were good days, or when the days were not so good, when we had a new complication, or when things ran smooth, when the blood test were good or when they were not, at the end… there was always smile. Yes, we feel an apparent sense of emptiness, and I hope the loving memories will fill some of that gap. So, I will not say I am sad because my eyes won’t see you again. I am happy, because my heart will always see your smile. With love, your doctor, Pepe

From: Staci

Alivia was engaged to our friends son, Noah. I didn't know ALIVIA personally, I know Noah loved her sooo much and wanted to be her husband. Sadly this didn't happen. I also heard that Alivia accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior! When we are chosen by God, when we die a physical death,we will one day be with OUR HEAVENLY FATHER one day! The HOPE WE HAVE IN CHRIST! ALIVIA WILL SUFFER NO MORE! OUR PRAYERS AND DEEP SYMPATHY TO HER FAMILY AND EXTENDED FAMILY & FRIENDS AND HER FIANCE NOAH SANDERSON. HUGS & LOVE & MOST OF ALL PRAYER

From:  Bonnie Moss (aka “Grandma Bonnie”)

The first moment I ever set eyes on Alivia, she was laughing with delight. The last time we were together, at my 84th birthday dinner, she was enjoying every moment. This is certainly everyone’s recollection of Alivia’s essential qualities. Despite the terrible pain of her loss, a smile creeps in when I think of her adorable and charming self. She will remain in the hearts and minds of all who knew her forever.

From: Ashley Moss-Pham

Alivia has been a close friend of my daughter’s since Emma started dating her younger brother, Landon, and the three became part of a pandemic “friend bubble” (along with her sister, Cameron and BFF, Greg) that continued well beyond the pandemic itself. Alivia has been a great blessing to my daughter and, in many ways, her greatest teacher (as she no doubt has been for many others). Her understanding of the brevity of life made her appreciate it so much more than most of us ever do. I never saw anyone more appreciative of a kind word or gesture than Alivia. I never saw anyone enjoy a sunset or a fast car ride or a day at the beach than she did. And I certainly never saw anyone enjoy a good meal with as much gusto as she could! For her, each day was a miracle and an experience to be savored. And each being in her circle of friends and family was a human (or canine) connection to be appreciated, loved and accepted just as we are. This awareness of life’s impermanence and the value of each person was what made Alivia such a magical, powerful and beautiful presence in our midst. In this sense, she was a teacher for all of us and one whose lessons we would all do better to live by. Finally, Alivia was a person of faith who, even as she fought courageously to extend her life here, believed in the continuation and transformation of life beyond this earthly realm. R.I.P., Alivia — devout Christian (& Zen master by nature and example) You are already profoundly missed and will always be deeply, deeply loved.

From: Dorald Turner

No words can express my sadness. Alivia always made me smile. My heart goes out to her family and friends. Rest in peace beautiful angel. You have given so many love and light.

From: Paul Harney

Rest in peace dear Alivia Alivia and her family knew when she born that a long, full life was most likely not in her cards, but she sure made the most of the time she did have! Even when the future seemed bleek along the way, she would battle through and come out on the other side all smiles as usual. Dearly missed, but I will never forget you... my step niece and birthday twin. 6/26 will always be our connection Sadly, it always seems the brightest stars burn out the soonest. Until we meet again girl

From: Amanda Pezzanite

Alivia was our nanny for some time when my middle child Enzo was a newborn and Hazel was 2 years old. Hazel adored her so much, and she was great with Enzo. We loved having her with us for the time we did. She was playful and smiling all the time. I loved her gentle nature and could tell she truly cared for my kids. I stole one of the phrases I heard her say to my son once, “Thank you for your affection.” I say it often when they give me hugs and kisses and this makes me think of Alivia. May her memory be a blessing.

From:  Lexi Sanderson

Alivia was and always will be a light in the world. She will always be my sister and I am so glad I have known her and spent time with her. I wish I had known and loved her for longer. Our time and experiences shared will always mean so much to me. I am so happy to know that she is in heaven and one day we will meet again. I love you Alivia and I will think of you each moment I listen to a song we’ve jammed to, see cows, go to a thrift store, drive over railroad tracks, or just make it across an intersection under a yellow light, and many other circumstances. There is no limit to the amount that I have valued having the opportunity to become your friend and the love I’ve seen you show my brother. May the arms of the father in heaven console you until we can join you in a better place!

From: The Hilton Family

Our deepest condolences to your family.