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Headteacher and friends pay tribute to 'bubbly' teen

7:27pm Tuesday 6th March 2007

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A HEADTEACHER has paid tribute to a "bubbly" 13-year-old girl who was knocked down and killed by a car.

Jessica Mathers died soon after she was hit by a Suzuki Vitara car in Welling Way, Bexley, at 6.15pm on Friday.

The accident took place as Jessica, of Hardy Road, Blackheath, and a group of her friends crossed the road on their way to a slumber party.

It is thought she became trapped under the car and had to be released by firefighters using airbags.

Bexley Grammar School headteacher Rod McKinnon has described the Year 9 pupil's death as "a huge shock".

He said: "Jessica was a lovely, bubbly girl, she loved school and she liked being at school.

"There was a parents' evening on Thursday and her mother said to me how much her daughter liked school.

"This is a huge shock; we have held a special assembly and heard tributes from students.

"We are all shocked and saddened. Jessica was able, talented and full of potential."

The school, in Danson Lane, Welling, is also opening a rememberance book for Jessica and is encouraging students and staff to record their memories of the teenager.

Mr McKinnon added: "I have visited her parents and they are being remarkable.

"They have seen the comments left on News Shopper and very much appreciate them.

"Jessica was well liked by both staff and students, it is very sad."

Pupils from Jessica's school wrote the following poem for her:

Just Jessica - no-one else

Ever smiling

Someone you could talk to

Shopping fanatic - the great Topshop in the sky

In our hearts forever

Cookie dough ice-cream

Always eating!!

Looking after her guinea pigs and rabbits

Only pink - nothing else

U will be missed

Ipod, ice skating, in touch with friends old and new

Special

Everything to us

Many will remember her

Always made you laugh

Talking, talking never stopped

Hyperactive, Haribo and Hollyoaks addict

Everlasting love for shoes and straighteners

Really lucky to have known her

Schnappi' the German crocodile will be looking after her forever

Witnesses urged to come forward

A post mortem and an inquest into Jessica's death are due to be opened shortly.

The 21-year-old driver of the car which struck Jessica was taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich where she was treated for shock and later released.

She has not been arrested.

If you witnessed the accident, please call 020 8285 1574.

  • If you knew Jessica and would like to pay a tribute or leave a message of condolence for her family, click Add Comment below.

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Welling Resident, Welling says...
9:39am Sat 3 Mar 07

My thoughts and deepest sympathy are with the family of this young girl at this very sad time.

michelle, says...
11:28am Sat 3 Mar 07

my condolences to this young girls family with sympathy at this sad time may she rest in peace xx

dan, says...
1:08pm Sat 3 Mar 07

didnt really knoe her but cant believe this

R.I.P

Zak, Welling says...
4:36pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Jess was a good person.... a good mate.... and a good person! it is just one of those things that happens and it is horrible!

R.I.P Jess... We will miss ya mate!

j.crook, lee says...
5:26pm Sat 3 Mar 07

So awfully tragic...I have a 13 year old son myself and cant begin to know what the family are going through. my thoughts are with you all xx

liam, welling/ her school says...
5:43pm Sat 3 Mar 07

jess was a great person, it's just heart breaking to hear about wat happened.
r.i.p jess sorry to all her family she was a great person

Michael Heming, Sidcup says...
5:48pm Sat 3 Mar 07

R.I.P. Jess its unbelievable you've gone. You was a great friend to so many people. I didn't really know you but you was in my form since the beginning of year 7. You didn't deserve to go. All my sympathy goes out to family friends...you always seemed such a happy person...R.I.P.

Archie, welling/herschool says...
5:51pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Cant believe what has happened.Never really spoke to you but u will still be missed.
R.I.P Jess x-x-x

Andrew, Her School says...
5:59pm Sat 3 Mar 07

so sorry to all ov jess's family, u will be missed terriby. everyone will miss u. R.I.P Jess

laura and lauren, Shooters Hill says...
6:30pm Sat 3 Mar 07

We go to Jessica's school and we cant believe that this has happened to someone we know! We wouldn't want this to happen to anyone, this is such a shock to everyone. We will all miss you xx laura and lauren xx

Alex, From her class says...
6:52pm Sat 3 Mar 07

R.I.P Jess.

She didnt deserve to go she was too young and had her whole life ahead of her. My sympathy goes out to all her family and friends. she will be missed ...

MATT..X, BEXLEYHEATH/HER SCHOOL says...
6:56pm Sat 3 Mar 07

DIDNT KNOW U DAT MUCH BUT C U AROUND SCHOOL SUMTIMES JUS DIS MAKES ME FINK BOUT HOW LUCKY WE ARE TO HAVE OUR LIFE AND HOW SAD IT IS TO LOOSE SUM1 WE KNOW. JUST FEEL SORRY FOR EVERY1 DAT KNEW HER WELL AND HER FAMILY

R.I.P JESS X.X.X.X

Adam, says...
7:00pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Wow this is incredible. I sat next to Jess last year in English and she was such a happy person. You didn't deserve this. R.I.P

charissa-her class, plumstead says...
7:03pm Sat 3 Mar 07

jess was a really bright cheery girl, and the last thing i remember her is of her smiling and laughing.so sorry for her family. will miss u jess R.I.P.

Myles, Welling says...
7:03pm Sat 3 Mar 07

R.I.P. Jess!

It will be weird in registrations without your name being called =(

You were too good to die =(

R.I.P.

Oyin, Abbey Wood/ Her School says...
7:07pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Well, what can i say i got really teary eyed when i was told ... i didnt know what to say because jess was the last person you'd think that would die and it was so sudden thta hardly anybody that was wold believed it.. well all i can really say is that im sorry Jess and i hope you have a wonderfull afterlife... R.I.P Jess we'll Miss you

*_Selen.=[, Welling says...
7:09pm Sat 3 Mar 07

JESS YUU DNT NOE HOW MCH YUU AREE MiiSSEDD GiiRL ii MiiSS YUU SOO MCH AND iiT FEELSZ SO WEiiRD. YUU WER ALWYSZ A CHATTY BUBBLY GiiRL AND MADE ME LAUGH ALL THE TYMEE. ii BEEN CRYiiNG 4 YUU ALLDAY AND GNAH BE SO WEiiRD WITH OUT YUU AT SKOOL. iiTSZ WEiiRD HOW YUR DHER WUN MiiNUTE DHEN NOT THE NEXT. R.ii.P JESS ALWYSZ WiiLL LOVE AND REMEMBER YUU(L) SYMPATHY 4 EVERYWUN WHO KNEW HER AND SPESHLY HER FAMiiLY<<3.(f)
;(

Timothy man, Erith/ her class says...
7:20pm Sat 3 Mar 07

I cant believed this happened. I'm really upset she was a bright young girl i used sit next to her all the time in lessons. its gonna be so weird.

Timothy Man, says...
7:24pm Sat 3 Mar 07

R.I.P jess

Antony, Bexleyheath says...
7:25pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Rest In Peace, Jess.
I hope the Mather family's coping with this okay.

Caroline.D, Her School, Greenwich says...
7:28pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Jesse, I can't believe this has happened to you. You took buses home with me everyday, so you were my bus buddy but best of all, you were my friend <3.
R.I.P Jesse.
Caroline x.

Ade, says...
7:37pm Sat 3 Mar 07

I didn't really know jess cause i only joined the school this year but i just want to pay my respects to her and to her family.
R.I.P Jess

Ollie hayes, Her school, Sidcup says...
7:46pm Sat 3 Mar 07

You always had that special spark. We all loved you even if some of us were never that close. I will never forget ur bright, cheery smile as you turned and looked at me every English lesson. Rest in peace Jesse. A tradgic end to an amzimg girl's life. x

Adam, Abbey Wood says...
7:50pm Sat 3 Mar 07

I cant believe this. Jessica, you were always there, and you may not have known it, but you were one of the people that held our class together. Not a day shall go by when you are not remembered. You may not be here in mind, but I have a feeling you are, and always will be with us in spirit.

You were too young and too friendly to die.

jade frm skl, says...
7:59pm Sat 3 Mar 07

rip jess. yu wil b missed. spoke 2 yu loadz of tyms at the bus stop, yur a gud person n dint deserve 2 die lyk dat. xx

Lucinda, Bexleyheath says...
8:01pm Sat 3 Mar 07

I didn't want to believe it when I heard, but it ended up being true. You was way too nice to have this happen to you. Even though German classes were boring, you cheered me up and made me smile, thanks Jess, and please rest in peace.

Adam, Abbey Wood says...
8:01pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Adam wrote:
I cant believe this. Jessica, you were always there, and you may not have known it, but you were one of the people that held our class together. Not a day shall go by when you are not remembered. You may not be here in mind, but I have a feeling you are, and always will be with us in spirit. You were too young and too friendly to die.
Jess, forgive me, you will always be with us in mind, I mean we will miss your physical presence.

Megan, Close friend says...
8:05pm Sat 3 Mar 07

this girl will always be special to me..x i still can't believe it happened. she was so happy n neva sad n i ifnk everyone is gonna miss her soo much. noone will forget her she was there for absolutely everyone and will only be remembered as a happy sweet person that deserved a longer life..x i will never ever forget this girl, she means soooo much to me..x

GEORGE FROM SCHOOL, WELLING says...
8:05pm Sat 3 Mar 07

JESS YOU DIDNT DESERVE THIS. ALTHOUH I IDNT RELY KNOW YOU, YOU WER IN MY FORM FROM YEAR 7. AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED.. R.I.P JESS XX

Emily, One of her best friends says...
8:13pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Jess..was the best friend i could evah have asked for, she was always there for me nno matter wot, we told eachother everything and had soo much fun. I just can't bare that she was taken away frm me like this and i cnt help but cry all the tym...She was such a nice girl and ddnt deserve tu die at all..I know she would have been a great person! She was such a gd friend tu me we spent every lesson larfing and always got split up for it...And we had so many good tyms outside skl aswell like blushee and schnappi and being singin losers. Remember Friendship never dies n yoo will always be alive in ma heart ! Bmfl for life and beyond!...x

Ellie, With her says...
8:14pm Sat 3 Mar 07

I will always remember yuh as tha girl who always had a smile on her face no matter what.! She was never upset or angry ant anyone and she was a really bubbly girl.! Ill always remember tha good times we have had 2gether and ill always member tha last few seconds i spent wid yuh singing and dancing.! Yuh was always so much fun , always laughing and joking and ill never 4get that.! Rest in peace jess love yuh x

Laura Norton, school says...
8:22pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Jess u were like a sister to me! i can't believe this! you will always be in my heart because you are such a good person! i will never forget you! R.I.P my frreind and bus buddy (n basically sister) **** laura

tom, welling says...
8:24pm Sat 3 Mar 07

omg i rely cant believe this i didnt reely no her at all but shes in mi skl this is absolutely awful im sure she wos a lovely person sorry to her family x

Danny from school, Abbey wood says...
8:28pm Sat 3 Mar 07

i didnt really know her that well but from what i know she was a great girl and will be missed by us all r.i.p jess u didnt deserve this x

Lewis, Bexleyheath says...
8:32pm Sat 3 Mar 07

I didn't know jess, she was my friend's freind but from what i see here she was loved and will be missed. I my thoughts are for the family as accepting the death of someone young must be the hardest thing to do. R.I.P Jess. Missed but never forgotten.

x Ronnii x, Bexley Grammah School .. Year 8 x says...
8:40pm Sat 3 Mar 07

I Didn't really no you but rest in peace. You went to my school and i have seen you round a few times before. School will be so different with out you. Love goes out to you, your family, friends, and to bexley grammar. x Rest In Peace x

Rachel, Welling says...
8:50pm Sat 3 Mar 07

TO JESS

R.ii.P WE WiiL ALWAYS BE THiiNKiin OF YUU:(
iiT WAS JUST YESTERDAY I WAS SITIN WID YUU IN SPANISH LAUGHIN BOUT SUMTHING. JESS YUU ARE SUCH A GREAT PERSON. I WIL NEVA FURGET YUU. YUU HELPED ME THROUGH YEAR 8 FANKOO

R.ii.P JESS <3

I WIL NEVA STOP THINKIN OF YUU RACHEL<3

cloe, says...
9:00pm Sat 3 Mar 07

To Jess
i saw u arand skol a few tyms but dint rely speek 2 u. but i fink u woz at rounders pratice 1 tym n u wz gd at it :) xx R.I.P xx

lucy bexley grammar, belvedere says...
9:09pm Sat 3 Mar 07

R.I.P JESS.. I NEVER REALLY SPOKE TO YU MUCH BUT I WISH I HAD.. NOONE DESERVES THIS SPECIALLY NOT YU YU HAD YUR WHOLE LIFE AHEAD OF YU.. EVERYWUNS GONNA MISS YU SO MUCH ITS NOT GONNA BE THE SAME AT SCHOOL.. R.I.P..X

Zak - Mate, Welling says...
9:18pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Jess was a good mate to everyone! I can't believe that she went so unexpectedly at such a stupid time! Nobody deserves to go like that and especially not someone of your age! Everyone is going to miss you Jess hope you know that!

R.I.P Jess x

paige, Welling says...
9:19pm Sat 3 Mar 07

i cant believe what happened.... she sounds like such a nice gurl and it shouldnt have happened. everyone sends their respects to her famiuly and friends it shouldnt have happened x

jordan deane, crayford says...
9:35pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Welling Resident wrote:
My thoughts and deepest sympathy are with the family of this young girl at this very sad time.
i didnt no jess but from wat i have heard from her mates she was great. my deapest sympathy to her family n all her mates.

Alex, Her school says...
9:37pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Im so sorry for all of Jess' friends and family. RIP Jess, I didnt really know you that well, but im really sorry. Whenever I saw you in school, you were always smiling ****

Helen, From School says...
9:38pm Sat 3 Mar 07

JESS...I DNO WHAT TO SAY. I DIDNT SPEAK TO U MUCH BUT I REGRET IT NOW. U DIDNT DESERVE TO DIE, U HAD UR WHOLE AHEAD OF YOU. i JUST WANNA SAY IM SORRI, AND U WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. R.I.P JESSICA MATHERS..12/04/93-02/03/07..X-X-X-X

Dominic, welling says...
9:39pm Sat 3 Mar 07

R.I.P jessica
you was a great mate on all i new about you, ill miss you forever.
.R.I.P.

Suzanna, From her school says...
9:50pm Sat 3 Mar 07

I didn't really no you Jess I must have talked to you a couple of times but I wish that I could have got to know you better. R.I.P jess and I will always miss you ****

Amina, Wun of her mates says...
10:03pm Sat 3 Mar 07

jess yuu were everyfink tuu me nd yuu sat wiv me in lyk every lesson buh den yuu just passed away nd i wasnt even der tuu say goodbye so i feel lyk such a bad friend. everywun will ,miss yuu cuz people thought yuu were tha best friend anywun could evah wish for. yuu couldnt annoy people even if yuu tried and everywun loved yuu. yuu juss had tu pass away and go tuu a betta place becuz yuu are special nd yuu will always be in our hearts forevah and yuu will always be a part of me no matta wot its juss so tragic dat it had tuu happen. it dnt feel real. R.I.P JESS YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS...x

Friend's mum, Welling says...
10:06pm Sat 3 Mar 07

Jess - only met you yesterday. In that short time you impressed me with your confidence and sense of fun. You were so happy when you set off. So tragic. Jess, you leave a gaping hole in so many lives. My thoughts are with your family and friends.

Ella, says...
11:02pm Sat 3 Mar 07

R.I.P jess

Ella - Lauras friend

K, says...
11:56pm Sat 3 Mar 07

R.I.P jess
Died too young

amelia, bexleyheath says...
12:09am Sun 4 Mar 07

I am so sorry for the friends family's loss. Jess was a great girl and didn't deserve it. I talked to you a little but didn't know you as well as i would have liked to. You were a kind and loving person and nobody had a bad word to say about you. Your memory will live on through others R.I.P i will miss you xx

Spinner, Beckenham Kent, South East London says...
1:30am Sun 4 Mar 07

R'I'P Jess xxx

Matt, Bexley grammar school says...
8:19am Sun 4 Mar 07

jess you didn't deserve to die, no on does. i didnt really know you but you was in my spanish class, you looked pretty cool. Im sorry to your family for the loss but they should stay strong.

Rest In Peace

Matt allen, Bexley grammar school says...
8:29am Sun 4 Mar 07

It was me above aswell, i just want to say that i hope you've gone to a be tter place without all the suffering in this world

H, bexley grammar school says...
12:30pm Sun 4 Mar 07

didnt reli kno u but u will b missed

RIP

Emily, bexley grammar school says...
12:49pm Sun 4 Mar 07

I only knew her through laura, but she was always smiling. Im so sorry for all of Jess' friends and family. RIP. ****

amelia best mate from old school, Blackheath says...
12:56pm Sun 4 Mar 07

Jessie
I lvoe you so much
we've known eachother since we could barely talk and im so glad i have so many happy times like ice scating and offf

i love you so much and i'll never forget you
RIP x

Soph, says...
1:47pm Sun 4 Mar 07

didnt realli no her but she went my skool
rip.

Murphy, Shooters Hill says...
2:58pm Sun 4 Mar 07

Jessica,One Of The Most Amazing Girls I have ever met.She is my best friend,and always will be.Jessica meant the world to me, And we shared great times together,you will always be in my heart Jess.I Love You So Much x x x x x x x x

Emma, Her school says...
4:04pm Sun 4 Mar 07

I didnt know you that well, but i remember spraying you hair pink on pink day. I said hi to you on friday but didnt realise that would be the last time. You didnt deserve to die.
R.I.P Jess..x

Nick F, BGS says...
4:18pm Sun 4 Mar 07

I didn't really no u. but u went my school. RIP X u will be greatly missed

NATHAN, bexleyheath says...
4:18pm Sun 4 Mar 07

WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU JESS YOU WILL BE MISSED SO MUCH! <3

Tasha, Welling says...
4:24pm Sun 4 Mar 07

Rest In Peace. I Hope You Are In A Better Place Now.. I Didnt Know You But I Hope You Lived Life To The Fullest Because You Never Know When Life Can End.. x

Nathan, Bexleyheath says...
4:27pm Sun 4 Mar 07

I didnt know you that well jess, i said hi and talked a few times but we will never ever forget your face. **** School will never be the same

Kate, Bexley Grammar says...
4:50pm Sun 4 Mar 07

i didnt know you that well but i saw you around school. Its so weird that i wont see you around any more. RIP Jess, you'll never be forgotten. My thoughts are with your family and friends. RIP. ****

Jess, BGS says...
4:57pm Sun 4 Mar 07

Rest In Peace, I didn't know you well, but you went to my school.
You will be greatly missed xx

James P bexley grammar, bexleyheath says...
5:07pm Sun 4 Mar 07

You was in my form and couldn't believe it when i was told.You will be greatly missed. Sympathy to her family. R.I.P Jess

Charlotte.*, Welling says...
5:30pm Sun 4 Mar 07

Yooh biin iin ma class siince dah 1st daii we all strtd that skool ... Now yoor gone ... ii diint realii speek tu yooh that much now ii regret iit .. iits gunah b weird not seein yooh aftah yooh beiin there evry daii 4 three years R . ii . P JESS YOO WiiLL ALWAiiS B MiiSSED <3 X.X.X.X

diana, welling says...
6:03pm Sun 4 Mar 07

I didn't really know you but i saw you in the cantine a lot. You always seemed happy. I'm sorry. R.I.P

mari, bexleyheath says...
6:05pm Sun 4 Mar 07

R.I.P Jess, i didnt know you but a lot of my friends did. I dont know what its truely like to lose someone you care about and i cant even try to imagine it but now my friends and your family have. You will be missed greatly and i wish your family my greatest sympathy as i am only 13. R.I.P xxx

Ellie, Blackfen and Close Friend says...
6:51pm Sun 4 Mar 07

Jess If only yuh knew how much people are missing yuh.! Buh i know that we are goin 2 b 2gether agen soon and well both be pretty angels.x Nowun can ever replace yuh.! Ill always member yuh wen i go 2 a video shop.! Love yuh x

Ben, Shooters Hill says...
7:23pm Sun 4 Mar 07

Absolutely nobody dserves this. I saw her at 3:22 that very day. R.I.P Jess, always in our thoughts.

Elena, Bexleyheath says...
8:30pm Sun 4 Mar 07

Rest In Peace.. You Were A Fabulous Person And Now The Angels Are Lookiin After You iin Heaven.. I Met You Throo A Friiend But ii Wiil Never Forget You.. Elena x

Laura, says...
8:36pm Sun 4 Mar 07

Jess was so beautful inside and out, she didn't diserve this to happen to her no one does but specially not her. r.i.p jess<33

Madeleiine, Lee says...
8:57pm Sun 4 Mar 07

i am a friend of your best friend murphy.
murphy rang me in tears telling me the news, i was so upset for her & your family,jessica, i spoke to you on the phone a couple of times when round murphs house. every monday murphy would come into school telling me about how the weekend was so funny because you & her had done something for example: ice skating, going to blackheath etc.
i just want to show my respects. but remember everything happens for a reason good & bad.
soon you will see all your loved ones again.
i just want you to know that murphy will miss you & obviously your family.
its hard to know that you were so young & beautiful.
even though i didnt know you, you made murphy happy & that makes me happy.
murphy is my bestfriend & i promise i will take care of her for you.
this is a bit of a long message but all i want to say is:
rest in peace babe.
your friends& family will miss you its unbelieable.
i know what its like to loose someone you love greatly its hard at first & it will always be but in the end people come around after all they will see you soon.
lots of love to evryone who ever loved her,jessica.
R.II.P
x-x-x-x
Madeleiine( a friiend of murphy)
Sorry...!!
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Jessie, Bromley says...
8:59pm Sun 4 Mar 07

I didnt know Jessica personally but i am friends with her close friend Murphy. From what i have been told Jessica was a wonderful girl and her nor her family did not deserve this. She will forever remain in our hearts and may she rest in peace x love and sympathy to her family at this terrible time x

Hannah, Ashmore Grove says...
9:59pm Sun 4 Mar 07

Deepest Condolences to all family and friends. Me and my mates are totally shocked, we cross that part of the road everyday.I'm so sorry. BGS won't be the same with someone obviously so loved being taken away so tragically. Life just isn't fair! Rest in peace!
xXx Hannah xXx
Year 11 at BGS!

jessie's Mum Dad and Sis Anna, says...
12:56am Mon 5 Mar 07

Hi everyone,
Thank you sooooo very very much for all your wonderful wonderful messages of support. As you all know we are heart broken, and it is so comforting to know that you are all thinking of us. You may know that jess has got a sister, and will you plesse just come and look after jessie's sister, and also her poor old M&D. We need you young people who where Jessie's friends. We are mad with grief, and you can help us, if you will. And please everyone, don't put flowers by the roadside, we hate damp soggy flowers. Jusy come and make her funeral the most glamorous PARTY ever. NO BLACK JUST JOY. And PLEASE, come and see us OPEN DOOR for all Jessie's friends

Local, 024-661 says...
7:45am Mon 5 Mar 07

I am a teacher who was walking in the area literally minutes after the accident happened and was in real shock. I was on this website hoping to hear that the girl was OK. Really sad to hear the news. My thoughts go out to the family and friends.

Anon, Welling says...
7:57am Mon 5 Mar 07

****Poem****
A Child For Loan

I'l loan you for a while.
A child of mine he said
For you to love and care for
And mourn for when there dead
It may be Six or Seven years
Or Thirty two or three
But will you till i call them back
take care of them for me

I am not a religious person by any means but hope comfort can be found in the above Poem.
My Deepest sympathy to the family of this poor young girl. I can only imagine how you are all feeling I did not know ur daughter but from all the messages she was a tru star R.I.P LIL STAR (That is a Kellis song) but seems apt for Jess

michael from bexley grammar school, welling says...
8:47am Mon 5 Mar 07

i didnt really know her well, but i sat behind her in spanish. its just such a shock. sympathy to her faimily. R.I.P jess

Ridwan, bexleyheath says...
8:50am Mon 5 Mar 07

didn't really knw her but still... R.I.P jess

James &lt;/3, Her School says...
8:57am Mon 5 Mar 07

Rest in peace Jessica

Asif from her class at, Bexley Grammar School says...
8:59am Mon 5 Mar 07

I cried 1 tear and stopped. Instead I prayed to god to send her to heaven. The last time I saw her she helped with my work even though I didn't know her that well. That'll be the moment I'll remember her by because it reflects on her personality. I admire her three best friends who have courage more than most of us. Rest In Peace

Farren Wall and Emma Budgen, Bexley Grammar School, Welling. says...
9:00am Mon 5 Mar 07

In loving memory of Jess, we are all soo sad and we are all thinking of Jess and it is a sad day for all of us at school. Emma and I are really sad and upset we can't imagine whats its like for Jess's mum and dad, we hope that even though through all this pain and tradgedy they will manage to get through. We would like to visit Jess's funeral and think of all the happy thoughts not the bad. We've left flowers outside the school in memory of Jess and we are thinking of her at every second. For Ellie, Megan and Emily we can't imagibe what they must be goin through but all we can do is be strong for them and try and understand the pain and loss they are suffering. Emma told me on the Saturday but I wasn't sure what had happened, come Sunday I'd heard it all and I couldn't stop crying. We both just wanted to say that we miss Jess so incredibly much and can't get round the fact that she won't be here and we're never going to see her again. For all her friends and family we need to be strong even though this has come as a shock (obviously) We're going to say bye and we are always thinking of you. In lopving memory of Jessica Mathers. Faren Wall and Emma Budgen, and 9g.... <3 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Alexei, Bexleyheath says...
9:04am Mon 5 Mar 07

I didn't really know jess but i did see her around, she was always happy and she never deserved this.
My condolences to her family... R.I.P jess.

Kelsey, Welling says...
9:14am Mon 5 Mar 07

R.i.p Jess..

Didn't really know you but you will be missed by so many people..

Always In Our Hearts.. <3

RestInPeace..x

Charlie B, School says...
9:17am Mon 5 Mar 07

You were in my form but we didn't talk much... R.I.P jess

David, Bexley Grammar School says...
9:19am Mon 5 Mar 07

I didnt really know her. Still, R.I.P Jess.

Asif, Bexley Grammar School says...
9:23am Mon 5 Mar 07

For any teachers from our school. I think we should hold a silence, an assembly would be a bit depressing.

Asif, Bexley Grammar School says...
9:23am Mon 5 Mar 07

For any teachers from our school. I think we should hold a silence, an assembly would be a bit depressing.

Gary Panton, Sidcup says...
10:29am Mon 5 Mar 07

I was Jessie's Head Year in Years 7&8; and was deeply saddened to hear of this tragic news. My thoughts are with family & friends at this time.

JODIE, ORPINGTON says...
11:01am Mon 5 Mar 07

I HAVE CREATED THIS WEBSITE FOR JESSICA, PLEASE LEAVE TRIBUTES. MY CONDOLENCES ARE WITH HER FAMILY. MAY SHE RIP
http://jessica-mathers.gonetoosoon.co.uk/my_index.php

Sam James, Welling says...
11:19am Mon 5 Mar 07

Can't believe this has happened. It's a shame that the good die young

Jemma, says...
11:29am Mon 5 Mar 07

Hi Jesse,you were more than a cousin. You were a sister. You will be desparately missed. I never knew how many friends you had. I just want to give you a hug and tell you how much I love you. At family gatherings everyone will miss your beautiful face. A tragic end to an amazing girl. REST IN PEACE Jesse. You will always be in my heart 4 ever and 4 always. Just remember how much your family love you and how much I love you. LOVE YOU JESSE Jemma

jack parker, school friend says...
11:31am Mon 5 Mar 07

quote
Hi jess miss you even though i didnt talk to you much. even now i wish i had. the times i saw you, you were always smiling. i think that will be the strogest memory that i have of you. YOUR SMILE @(^_^)@

Laura Elvin's Mum &amp; Dad, Sidcup says...
11:33am Mon 5 Mar 07

Our Laura has only known Jess for 2 short years, when she befriended her in moving from Primary school to BGS. However in that time Jess was a really great friend and classmate to Laura, and she will be sadly missed by all in and out of school. She was such a wonderful and bubbly character, and her memory will never die by those who knew her.
At this tragic time our condolences and thoughts are very much with Jess's Mum, Dad and sister.
May Jess Rest in eternal Peace.

becca, eltham says...
12:59pm Mon 5 Mar 07

R.I.P Jess i never knew you or meet you in person but im sure your goning to be missed by all and i hope your in a place away from all suffering now xXx

Anna Mathers - Jessicas' Big Sister, London says...
2:01pm Mon 5 Mar 07

Jessie you are my little sister and you always will be, i will never forget you cos you were an angel. I loved all your little routines and you are missed dreadfully. I just read jemmas' message she is so sweet and james misses u 2 evry1 does. Everywhere i go there are reminders of you. It is sad at the moment but eventually somehow as time goes on the pain will be less. I love you so much and i just know you are watching over everyone and looking after us. I'm so sorry i didn't get to say goodbye to you properly, all i want is you back. Everyone has been so supportive though, it is not easy but we'll get through it, together as a family. The Rabbits and Guineas miss you too, but i promise you i will look after them. I washed them yesterday, you we're goin 2 do that and they are so sweet. We are going to have an amazing funeral for you and the guineas and rabbits will all be going to,i know you'd want that. I just miss you so much and want you back. In my pocket i have the keyring of all us cousions and in my other pocket i have the magnet you bought me last summer it says 'There's no friend like a sister and no better than you' and that's true, that's what i say 2 u. You were and are the best sister anyone could ever wish for and i hope you are with the angels up in heaven and i also hope you are safe and didn't die with any pain. Everyone loves you and is being so supportive. We had a great time last weeke nd didn't we Jess playin guess who and everything like the typewriters. Mum and dad miss you soooo much too but i will try my best 2 look after them aswell. We'll all look after each other. I am back in school anyway, i couldn't sit at home for another day. Anyway i better go now just remember that i will always love you and you will never be forgotten R.I.P. Jessica Louise Mathers. You're a star and din't deserve this. No-one does. And thank-you soo much to everyone for all their support cos right now my family and me need it soo much. Love you so much Jess. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Daphne, Ashmore Grove, Welling says...
2:29pm Mon 5 Mar 07

Jess
I never knew you at all but my daughter aged 15 and her friends were at the scene on Friday, they were all so very upset. Your friends came running towards them when it happened, for comfort.One of my daughters friends went to where you laid to be with you Jess. But to no avail. My heart goes out to your family and your sister and I know that you are in a better place. All the Angels will look after you and guide you and one day you will be with your family.So dont be lonely just be happy that you have touched all of our lives even though we had never met.

God Bless XXX

Mum, Lewisham says...
2:42pm Mon 5 Mar 07

My daughter was knocked own many years ago although she did survive, i will never forget those terrible moments that will live with me for ever , I am sorry you lost your dear little angel god bless her amd may she rest in peace, may god give you strength to get through this xx

michelle powell, greenwich says...
3:23pm Mon 5 Mar 07

my thoughts of sympathy go out to jessica's family at this moment in time i know what they are going through my brother died in shooters hill after being knocked down peace be with you jessica from michelle powell(paul powell's sister xx italic

Jodie, says...
4:23pm Mon 5 Mar 07

please visit. www.gonetoosoon.com and enter jessica, i have created a memorial page. this is a website that has been designed for people to leave messages for loved ones. feel free to add what you want.
RIP jess.

nish, bexley says...
4:25pm Mon 5 Mar 07

jess was a really fun girl who was never sad, and she was a great friend

R.I.P jessxx

Friend, School says...
4:29pm Mon 5 Mar 07

www.-ripjess-.piczo.com

Vicky, Bexleyheath (her school) says...
4:42pm Mon 5 Mar 07

I did not know Jessica, but I am so sorry for her family and friends, and your comments made me cry. RIP Jess, you will be missed by so many people x

michelle well wisher, london says...
4:43pm Mon 5 Mar 07

my condolences to jess family i dont know her but she sounds like a really nice person with deepest sympathy to all her friends and family at this sad time god only takes the best another angel taken too soon may u rest in peace xx

Emily Anna and Jessicas friend, charlton ,london says...
4:45pm Mon 5 Mar 07


jessica im so sorry this happend to u such a beautiful clever bubbly lovely girl how could they take you away like this i just dont understand WHY JESSICA? she had such a bright future she had the lovelest family and friends and in one sencond all of that has been taken away from her i still cant believe we will never have u at our sleepovers ever again i would give any thing to have u back to see you laugh and smile again to have u straighton my hair again with ur ghds like u did evey sleepover lol you were the best jess i loved you like a sister i still do u and anna are very close to me and i promise u ill take care of her jess u dident deserve this
no one dose but especailly not you you are the nicest person ive ever met and i will never ever forget you i will always keep love in my heart for you im so lucky to have known you i love you jess like a little sis like a best mate i love you so much and u will be dearly missed by all
R.I.P Jessica lots of love hugs and kisses Emily xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
you will be the brightest shineing star in the sky
xxxxxxjessicaxxxxxxxxx

ellie*, welling says...
4:46pm Mon 5 Mar 07

well jess ..
just realised when i went on to your website that i used to talk to you on msn .. you were so lovely and funny on msn its unbelievable..
r.i.p. jess babe ..
never to be forgotten
god has taken another angel for himself x

Jessica O, Welling says...
5:22pm Mon 5 Mar 07

She was one of my best friends. I can't believe she is gone. I guess it shows you that you should live life to the fullest cos u never know wen it eill end. R.I.P Jess. I will miss you.

Jessica O, Welling says...
5:23pm Mon 5 Mar 07

She was one of my best friends. I can't believe she is gone. I guess it shows you that you should live life to the fullest cos u never know wen it eill end. R.I.P Jess. I will miss you.

Beth, Welling/her school says...
6:02pm Mon 5 Mar 07

This is such a shame. She was so young, and so full of potential. I used to see her around school sometimes, and clearly, she was loved by all. R.I.P Jess, forever in our hearts sweetie. xx

Megan..*, bexleyheath says...
6:04pm Mon 5 Mar 07

OMG R.I.P JESSICA
I GO TO BEXLEY GRAMMER SCHOOL BUT I DID NOT NO JESSICA BUT I GIVE ALL THE SYMPOTHY IN THE WORLD !! IT IS SOO SAD THAT SHE DIED LIKE THAT !!!!

Beckii, Blackfen says...
6:28pm Mon 5 Mar 07

I din't realy know you that much but you were a realy nice girl and vry pretty and you will be missed loads.
R.I.P Jess

mica, BEXLEYHEATH says...
7:37pm Mon 5 Mar 07

charissa-her class wrote:
jess was a really bright cheery girl, and the last thing i remember her is of her smiling and laughing.so sorry for her family. will miss u jess R.I.P.
so sad to think that such a young girl has had her life taken away. R.I.P

mrsr, sidcup says...
7:39pm Mon 5 Mar 07

To Everyone who knew Jessica - So sorry to hear this sad news - I don't know the family and never knew Jess - but feel as though I know her a little after reading all your lovely tributes - May you find strength - god bless

Katy, Welling says...
8:01pm Mon 5 Mar 07

I only knew you through Laura but you seemed really nice and its really sad to know that you're gone, you will sorely missed. R.I.P Jess
xxx

Megan's dad, Welling says...
8:08pm Mon 5 Mar 07

Dear Jess,
Losing you at a time when I am still coming to terms with the death of my younger brother has been very difficult. I haven't been able to find the words. You were in my life so briefly yet had such a profound effect on it. My thoughts are with your family.

Catherine, says...
8:10pm Mon 5 Mar 07

I don't really know what to say... I didn't really know you, but i saw you in school everyday, and i regret not really talking. It's not sunk in yet... That picture of you is lovely, and it's how we will all remember you, as the happy and lovely person we knew. Heaven will be an even better place now you're there, you'll make everyone happy. Some of us were lucky enough to share your hapiness, and make us smile...but now it's your turn to make everyone up in the sky happy. Part of you will remain in our hearts forever, but the rest of you will live on in the beautiful light of the stars. R.I.P Jess <3 x x x

Alex, says...
8:21pm Mon 5 Mar 07

pay your respect at
www.-ripjess-.piczo.com thank you

sunny, says...
8:23pm Mon 5 Mar 07

RIP JESSICA
so sad and to young to go bought tears to my eyes
god bless

becca, says...
8:41pm Mon 5 Mar 07

jess i no that we wernt close and now i wished that i talked 2 you more than i did you will be missed dearly and it stunned me to see how many people loved you wen i looked around in assembly i saw red faces and watery eyes i no that god wants you with him and thats why he has taken you from us i cried my eyes out for you and i hate to think about what your family are going through now you are just another of gods angels rip jessica mathers no one deserves to die young and you will be in our hearts forever and always xxx

Ashley, Weliing says...
9:06pm Mon 5 Mar 07

I never knew her but i wish i had Rest In Peace Jessica..x

Debbie &amp; Peter, Emily\'s mum and dad says...
9:36pm Mon 5 Mar 07

We will always be grateful to Jess for being a close friend to our daughter Emily. Emily found a true friend in her, she was always there when Emily needed someone to talk to. Our thoughts and love are with Jess's family. Heaven will be a better place with Jess there.

Tasha, Welling says...
9:37pm Mon 5 Mar 07

I didn't know Jess very well, but you mean a lot to all of us. The assembly was so touching, and we were all crying. I give my greatest sympathy for you, your family and friends. God bless you, and RIP<3.

Didier, skool friend says...
9:49pm Mon 5 Mar 07

i wish i had got to no you better, and everyone is thinking about you in assembly. My greatest sympathy for family and other friends.

Derk Tjoonk (Uncle), Pembrokeshire, West Wales says...
10:20pm Mon 5 Mar 07

To our dearest Jessica,
We cannot belief that you have gone. I wish that I had hugged you for longer when you left us, only a few weeks ago, at the train station in Wales, were you came to see us alone. You were ever so brave.
Now everything reminds us of you. Your Dad said it was OK to borrow one of your forever bears, I hope you don't mind. But we can cuddle it and think of you when we have to belief it's true.
We have told Jasmine and Flynn that you are now up in the sky with the stars, shining bright. We are making a treasure box with little reminders of the many fun things we did together. We want Jasmine and Flynn to remember the special cousin they had in you.
You are so deeply missed. We love you.

Uncle Derk, Auntie Lorraine, Jasmine and Flynn ****


NiiKKii..x, Plumstead says...
10:32pm Mon 5 Mar 07

Awww...I diint no u buh ma m8z diid n i herd bout wt appnd n i jus wna show sum respect n say R.I.P...u'll neva b 4gtten...u diint deserve 2 die lyk dat or evn diie buhh nehoo ur in a betta place nw yh so R.I.P xxx God Bless Yooh xxx

Emz, one of her best friends says...
10:42pm Mon 5 Mar 07

go on 2 www.emzy-xx.piczo.com and pay your tribute tu my best friend...

Laura, best friend, Sidcup says...
10:49pm Mon 5 Mar 07

I bet she is laughing at us, calling us emos... its so difficult losing your best, best friend, the one who made friends with you when you came to BGS. Through her I have made so many new friends, and she was always honest and would tell me what she thought of me. It's difficult enough to lose a elderly relative, but to lose your best friend just like that is unbelievable. I just hope she is watching over us (in the great Topshop in the sky - that was my quote!!) And everytime I don't want to go to netball, Jess, I will because of you. I still have that message on my hand that you wrote on Friday. Love you forever, Lauraxxx

i didnt know you, says...
10:49pm Mon 5 Mar 07

R.I.P to a fallen angel.. my thoughts are with your friends and family, it wasn't your time to go.. you went to young.. REST IN PARADISE xxx

Emily, says...
12:55am Tue 6 Mar 07

Thank you Jessica for making so much difference to Laura's journeys to and from school. She hated just traveling with boys when she was in Year 7 and she has been so much happier since you were there. Mike and I will miss your bright little voice in the back of the car every morning on the way to the bus. When the phone rang at 7.25 I always knew for some reason you would not be there but now we know you won't be with us ever again. We will miss you and remember you, it's still really hard to believe you are gone. I hope you are happy where you are, yesterday one of the girls said you would be having a great time because you'll be able to meet Marilyn Monroe and all the other film stars. We'll try and look after your mum and dad and Anna, there's loads of people helping them and they are coping fantastically but you will be missed forever.

Katherine (her set in schl), Eltham says...
9:01am Tue 6 Mar 07

Jess.
I will always remember her smiling and messing about wiht her friends. I have nothing bad at all to say about her, she was always happy and laughing, even before it happened. Emily told me that they was both singing Snappi the german song lol...and that will be my memory of her forever. She may be gone from sight, but definitly not from mind. You will always be in my heart and mind, and can only hope this will get easier over time. All my love to your family and those hearting most. All my love
Katherine R.I.P <3 ****

Paul, bexleyheath says...
9:01am Tue 6 Mar 07

just started to get to know her, but will always remember her smile, because she was always happy.

mike, eltham says...
9:02am Tue 6 Mar 07

i was only starting to get to know her but i knew she was always happy. she didn't deserve this

Yvette, Graham, Tara &amp; Tia-Diana, Clacton-On-Sea says...
10:55am Tue 6 Mar 07

We remember Jessica from her very young years at Lee Church of England school and the children’s parties that were attended. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time of loss and joy of life that was shared.

Loren, Siidcup. says...
2:06pm Tue 6 Mar 07

I Honestly Can't Believe This Has Happened.. You Were So Young & You Were Such A Nice Person.. Used To Love Our Little Boy Chats On Msn.;) Lol.. But Really Jess Your Going To Be Missed So So Much.. I Never Got To Meet You, But I Enjoyed Talking To You On Msn. I Just Wish It Didn't Happen, Because I Know Nothing Will Be The Same Without You. I Love You Jess.. All My Love To Your Family Aswell Babe.xx

Rob, Bexleyheath says...
3:59pm Tue 6 Mar 07

knew jess was very friendly its just such a shock, deepest thoughts with her parents
R.I.P Jess

bgsstudent, says...
4:15pm Tue 6 Mar 07

Everyone at bgs will miss you jess!

josh, welling says...
4:48pm Tue 6 Mar 07

Well i didn't know you jess but you sound a really nice person . You went my school and i am very sad this has to happen . But it shows everyone has to be careful and jessica you are missed so much and will never be forgotten . RestInPeaceJessicaMatherssxx

visit her site, and add memories says...
4:48pm Tue 6 Mar 07

www.jessica-mathers.gonetoosoon.co.uk

Laura Norton, says...
5:22pm Tue 6 Mar 07


If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane I would climb up there tomorrow and bring you down again!

Emma (Her School)x, Welling Way says...
6:26pm Tue 6 Mar 07

You'l be missed by so many, im sorry i never got to no you very wel. R.i.p Jessica .. Gone But Never Forgotten

furnisha, london says...
6:54pm Tue 6 Mar 07

hey jess. i love you so much and you will always be in my heart. i remember all of the good memories we had together. you made dreams come true. you were so happy and joyful. not even words can describe your unique personality that touched everyone. i want to thankyou for bringing all the joy and happiness to my smile.x

robert, welling says...
7:35pm Tue 6 Mar 07

i didnt know jess but i will b praying for her friends and family

Sophie, Welling says...
7:35pm Tue 6 Mar 07

She was a friend of a friend and in the year below me. I didnt really know her but I will miss her. R.I.P. Jess

ruby, bexley grammar says...
8:01pm Tue 6 Mar 07

I didn't no Jess atall. I had never met her. All I see is her friends crying every day. I think Jess should of had a longer life and I feel very sorry for her family. All I can say now is be careful. boldRIP JESS XxX

Sheila (Shelleys mum) and family, New Malden says...
8:05pm Tue 6 Mar 07

So very sad to hear about Jessica. I didnt know her but both Peter and Shelley told me what a lovely girl she was. Our thoughts and love are with all her family.

sam from he old school, lewisham says...
8:07pm Tue 6 Mar 07

When I first found out what had happened it was the biggest shock I had ever had in my life and will probably be the biggest shock in my life. After I knew what had happened I was lost not knowing what to do and there wasn’t a word possible to describe how I felt and still feel now. You died so young it just wasn’t fair. I had known you for ten years but I probably would have known you a lot lot longer then that. I remember all the good times we had in primary school and of late. Like all the ice skating we did in the Christmas holidays especially the time with the legendary umbrella which will be our secret forever. Whenever I spoke to you by writing what we wanted to say on a bit of paper then showing what it was to each other on webcam on msn or the phone our conversations would go on forever about how jealous I was that you were constantly eating cookie dough ice cream and how I though you were an emo because you were listening to panic at the disco but I was just teasing you and you are probably doing that right now up in the sky as an angel like you always were. Even know I still can’t describe how I feel because one minute I am fine and ok but the next I am crying my eyes out then ok again. I can still remember all the ups and downs we had since nursery but we were always on the up apart from like twice because it was so easy to get along, make conversation and laugh all the time with you. You were the best friend I could ever ask for; bubbly lively happy always laughing, random but in a good way and you will always be my best friend has friendship never ends but life does =[. If only you hadn’t slipped or you had left 10 seconds later then we would probably be talking on msn about how I want some cookie dough via webcam and a bit of paper. These last few days have been the worst days of my life I don’t know why but I just can’t accept that you aren’t here any more even though I know that it is true. Every day I am still expecting you to sign in to msn or for my phone to start ringing say that you are calling or that I have a text message from you but it will never happen again =[. I know that I will be seeing you again shortly but not just yet but I am still thinking of you every second of every day <3. I will love you forever as my best friend and there will always be a massive place for you in my heart and everyone’s that you knew x x x. R.ii.P Jessica Louise Mathers 12/04/1993-20:37 on 02/03/07 love from Sam.

Francoise, greenwich says...
8:31pm Tue 6 Mar 07

Dear Jessica,
Well...today was the first morning of our daily journey to the bus stop. Didier, Herve and I picked up Laura and Dominic as usual, but without you Jessica. I miss your endless chats with Laura already! You, just like your mum, your dad and Anna, are truly amazing: you have touched the hearts of so many of us and will always stay alive in our minds.
Bon voyage dans ton nouveau monde tout etoile! Francoisexxxx

Nicola, bexley grammar says...
8:43pm Tue 6 Mar 07

Yooh will be missed by many!!!
R.I.P

jamie russ, welling says...
8:53pm Tue 6 Mar 07

im so sorry 4 ur loss! my thoughts are with family and friends! r.i.p. jess!
you will be missed dearley! jamie russ!

michelle, says...
8:59pm Tue 6 Mar 07

this is so sad it breaks my heart everytime i read this tributes it brings tears to my eyes evryone is saying such lovley touching things my condolences to jess family and friends another young angel taken too soon may jess rip up with all the other angels god bless sweet dreams

Zoe, says...
9:01pm Tue 6 Mar 07

Jess..Not having you in school anymore is the stangest thing.. you was loved by many..and was full of potential.. we all love and miss you..RIP with the angles...x

Henrike, Paul and Willem, Auntie, Uncle and Cousin says...
11:19pm Tue 6 Mar 07

Dear Jess,

‘To know her was to love her’

What are we going to do without you? You were always bouncing into our lives, chatting away and making us laugh. We are going to miss you soo much. I’ll miss dragging you around H&M, reading your Heat magazines and chatting about Big Brother and who will plait Paul’s hair? We will all miss your big cuddles, especially Willem, who we know you were looking forward to help us look after. We are so sad that he won’t get to know his brave, bubbly and beautiful cousin. We promise to show him lots of pictures of you and tell him lots of stories about you so that he knows all about you when he grows up. We have so enjoyed seeing you grow up into such a kind, caring and very special young woman. We have so many special memories of you that we will always treasure even though they make us very sad at the moment. You were such a gorgeous bridesmaid at our wedding even managing to dance the night away on your crutches. Family gatherings just won’t be the same without you leading all the cousins with much mischief and merriment. You will always be with us. We loved you soo much.

We promise to look after Anna and your Mum and Dad – so please don’t worry.

Lots of love always – We will never forget you.

Henrike, Paul, Willem, Mabel and Lilly.

Becky, London says...
12:11pm Wed 7 Mar 07

i'm sorry that jessica passed away, i hear that she was a lovley person. And she will be one to be missed. Although i only met her once and she was my cousins cousin, i heard she was a lovely girl xXx R.I.P Jessica

Glenda friend of Family, Charlton says...
12:48pm Wed 7 Mar 07

"Mothers hold their Childrens hands for just a little while, their Hearts they ho
ld forever...."

BGS student, Welling says...
3:22pm Wed 7 Mar 07

Although I am in a differnt year to Jessica and did not know her, I just wanted to say that I am thinking of her family and friends at this very sad time xxx

Emily BGS Year 7, Wellin says...
3:45pm Wed 7 Mar 07

Jess, i didnt know you but u seemed like a great person. U r in a safer place now, but skool will never be the same without u
R.I.P Jessica Louise Mathers , Love You Lts x..<3

Charley, Woolwich says...
3:46pm Wed 7 Mar 07

RIP Jess you will be dearly missed and with deepest sympathy to her family take care ****

megan, england says...
4:58pm Wed 7 Mar 07

Dis is megan but i dnt reli no her but it is soo bad R.I.P

hari, Sidcup says...
5:22pm Wed 7 Mar 07

Sorry i didn't get to know you better. You were a great girl who will be missed by all who knew you. R.I.P Jess

lara, says...
5:35pm Wed 7 Mar 07

Jess, i personally did not know you that well but when i was with you, you were always so chatty and giggly. Sian misses you so much and this shouln't have happened to such a lovely person. You'll always be in our hearts. Rest in peace xx

Samiiee-x, Welling says...
5:46pm Wed 7 Mar 07

JESSICAA MATHERSS..
I DIDNT KNOW YOO..
BUT I WISH I DID..
SEEING YOO AROUND SKOOL YOO SEEMED SO HAPPY ALL THE TIME..
YOUR A EXAMPLE TO US ALL..
YOUVE MADE EVERYONE REALISE WHAT FRENDS MEAN TO EACHOTHER..
YOO ARE MISSED BY SO MANY..
BUT STILL LOVED BY EVEN MORE..
REST IN PEACE JESSICA..
IN OUR HEARTS FOR EVER..

SAMIIEE-X

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Joanne, welling, bexleygrammar school says...
6:16pm Wed 7 Mar 07

Jessica,

Everyone misses you so much. today they had a assembly for the year nines about you. when they came out of the hall everyone was crying there eyes out. i have never spoken to you before but i have seen you lots around the school. so sad that something so tragic could ever happen to a lovely girl like you. my heart goes out to your family and friends who love you dearly.

All my love

Joanne
xxxxxxxxx

year 8

Alex G, Welling says...
6:20pm Wed 7 Mar 07

Jess was a great mate, even though i only knew her a little bit i think everyone will miss her much more,
You will always be in our hearts.

haylie &lt;3, bexley grammar says...
7:10pm Wed 7 Mar 07

i didnt really talk to jess but in the assembly we had today for her, all her friends described her as a really bubbly and happy person, i think its really really unfortunate that a person as good as you had to die in that way, you will always be in alot of peoples hearts for ever and ever i dont think noone will ever forget you

love you jess xx

Freya, BexleyGrammar. says...
8:03pm Wed 7 Mar 07

Rest In Peace x
Sympathy To All Your Family & Friends x

Ricky, Bradford says...
8:49pm Wed 7 Mar 07

I didn't know jess, i heard about her tradgedy from my cousin, nishin, i heard she was a great girl, and just wanted to pay my respects, and i am truly sorry, she will never be forgot ****

SAFFRON-X, SIDCUP says...
9:33pm Wed 7 Mar 07

R.I.P jessica

Eviie, welling says...
9:48pm Wed 7 Mar 07

Well ii didnt no jess but i no people dat do babiie hope yu ave a gud life uo dere x r.i.p jess x yu didnt deserve to die x

Mrs Rea, Erith says...
12:20pm Thu 8 Mar 07

I would just like to say my heart goes out to all of jessica's family. God Bless you all.....Rest in peace Angel.

Eden Falconer, says...
1:29pm Thu 8 Mar 07

I am so sorry that Jessica has died. I hardly knew her, I was a few years younger than her from our primary school, but every time I saw Jessica, she had a smile on her face. R.I.P

maddie williams, school says...
1:31pm Thu 8 Mar 07

hi. i know i didnt know jessica well because i was 2 yearsbelow her at school but i remember going to your house because my mum was taking pictures in your garden, you were realy nice and took me to the park and showed me your guiniepigs.thanks.
RIP ****

Alice Stell, says...
1:38pm Thu 8 Mar 07

I never knew you but when i heard your story it was so upseting and reading some of the messages left it made me cry. This must be so hard for your family to deal with but i hope they get through it. From what people have said at school and stuff you sound like a realy nice person.
R.I.P

Alex Davies, Welling says...
3:24pm Thu 8 Mar 07

I never knew her at school. But i've seen her before and she looked lovely. My thoughts and prayers go to her and her family.

JusSumBexliiGrammaChiik, Welling says...
4:46pm Thu 8 Mar 07

Rest In Peace Jessiika Louiise Maferz
Neva Tu B 4gotten

Shannon x, Welling says...
5:08pm Thu 8 Mar 07

I didn't know Jessica but i walk past that spot everyday and tears fill in my eyes.I just thought i'd pay my repsects since its i cant imagine how devastating it must be right now. She is such a beautiful girl and i just wanted to say that i hope she is resting in a lovely place.

R.I.P
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Edward Stell, Lewisham says...
5:21pm Thu 8 Mar 07

I diddnt Know Jessica but im one of Sams (One of Jessicas best friends)best friend from his new scool and he has told me about what happened and I want to pay respect to her because if she has made Sam so happy then she must hav been a lovely girl. R.I.P Jessica

Dom, Kidbrooke says...
5:40pm Thu 8 Mar 07

I have got a sister who is the same age and in the same year but goes to Chis and Sid not BGS. She is a month older than Jessica was. We couldn't believe it when we heard. Poor little love. Her poor family. Condolences to you all (friends included). Heard it on Time 106.8 FM on Friday night but I thought she was going to be OK. Only heard she died on Monday. Terrible. RIP young Jessica. I hope your family are going to be OK. Sounds like she was well loved and liked. I know it's extremely hard at the moment but they should just remember her smiling and happy. Tragedy

Shelley, France says...
7:17pm Thu 8 Mar 07

Janet, Stephen and Anna. I cannot tell you how sad I was to hear the news about Jessica from Dad. Although i did not see Jessica often I remember speaking to her not so long ago at Waterloo when she came to pick Jemma up and saying to Dad how lovely and grown up she had become. You are all in my thoughts at the moment. Lots of love from France.

katie, bexleyheath says...
7:48pm Thu 8 Mar 07

JESS I DIDNT REALLY NOO YOO BUT I SAW YOO AROUND SKL YOO DIDNT DESEARVE THIS YOO WILL ALWAYS B LO0VED AND REMEMBERED IN OURR HEARTZ R.I.P JESSICA XXX

lee, bexleyheath says...
7:56pm Thu 8 Mar 07

jess i always saw u walkin round sckool bt i neva talked to u u will always be remembered in our hearts and will neva b forgotten r.i.p jess

Adrian Arthurton, Lewisham says...
7:58pm Thu 8 Mar 07

I didnt no you at all but i know u must have a great person and a massive loss to the people that know you. i dont no wat it is like to lose someone close, but I've heard stories about you from one of your best freind's (Sam), a good friend of mine and i would like to pay my respects to you and all who know you because you had a special place in their hearts. R.I.P Jessica

dylan, her school says...
8:43pm Thu 8 Mar 07

Rip

Opa &amp; Oma, says...
9:42pm Thu 8 Mar 07

Jessica you are our lovely granddaughter and so much loved. It is hard to believe that your bubbly personality will never pop in again.
When you arrived you would say "Hi, we are there" and after you left we would find a note "Hi, I love you both very much".
We will never forget you Jessica, you are so special.
All our love Opa & Oma

the tanner family, Bexleyheath says...
11:01pm Thu 8 Mar 07

To Jessica's mum, dad and Anna

Our eldest is in year 9 at BGS. He didn't really know Jessica and we have never met her (maybe our paths crossed at opening evening last Thursday, who knows?), but her loss has brought us overwhelming sadness. We have no idea how a family picks up the pieces after such an awful tragedy, but somehow you will do it. We are thinking of you and sincerely hope that you find answers to the many questions you must have. With deepest sympathy from the Tanner family x

anon, SE London says...
11:35pm Thu 8 Mar 07

I dont know you, but you must have been a lovely popular young lady I dont pray but I will pray for you tonight and for your family RIP Jessica

Donna B, Auntie Henrike's friend, London SW18 says...
12:32am Fri 9 Mar 07

An aunt of Jessica's is one of my dearest friends and I know she, like all of Jessica’s family and friends, is overwhelmed with sadness at the moment. I wish I could make it better.

I had the privilege of meeting sparkly, spirited Jessica a few times and she made a lasting impression - pretty, witty and bright; A brilliant and contagious smile; An absolute credit to Jannet, Stephen & Anna as well as the rest of her close-knit family.
I know you are all missing her.

And, wow, these tributes. She touched so many peoples' lives. A wonderful testament to the love she obviously gave and was given in abundance.

I hope the treasured memories help and comfort you through this, the toughest of times. Take little steps. She will always be in your hearts.

with much love,
Donna
****

Pauline Winters, Blackheath says...
12:36am Fri 9 Mar 07

To my lovely Jess,
I had the great honour and privilege to be your childminder and friend. My heart aches. No more cosy evenings on the sofa with you and Anna watching stenders, no more showing me your latest fashion buys, no more endless questions at bedtime. I had always thought that I would dance at your wedding and be there for your first born as you wanted me to look after your own children. You made me feel so special when you said that to me, you made everyone feel special and loved. That was your beautiful nature. I can quite see why God wanted you back Home.
Your family's light is shining so bright just now, they are amazing, as you are.
I will miss you sooo much. Love you funny girl. Pauline xx

Vanessa Snipp, Eltham says...
9:44am Fri 9 Mar 07

Although I did not witness this terrible accident I attended the scene with my mother directing the traffic, my deepest sympathies go out to Jessica's family and I am only sorry I was unable to help further

Jade.B, Bexleyheath says...
10:29am Fri 9 Mar 07

R.I.P Jess i didnt no u but i have tears in my eyes now after reading everything people have written you seemed a lovley girl & every1 misses you deepest sympathy to her family R.i.P Jessica Gone but never forgotton x x x x <3

Anna, london says...
3:45pm Fri 9 Mar 07

hi again Jessie, this morning i sat in your room and found some stuff in your blazer, which i'm going to keep if you don't mind. And last night i bought schnappi from itunes and you would probably tell me don't worry you i'll put it in shared documents and then you can get it. We always said we would but never got round to actually doing that. It is a week today since i last saw you alive and well. Yesterday we saw some of your school friends, and they are all lovely, it just feels like you should be there with them and not us, as they are your friends and you should be, its just really unfortunate that your not. I still can't believe that ur not coming back again. Love you forever Jess love you more than words can say.
Lots of love anna. ****

zahra.//, welling says...
4:14pm Fri 9 Mar 07

i didnt no jess but she seemz a really nice gal i go westwood and mi coson goes bexley grammer and knows her
luv u jess
****

Gary - friend of your Uncle Peter and Aunty Anneka, Surbiton says...
4:23pm Fri 9 Mar 07

Jessica,

I have just found this site and have read through all the dedications and comments. Your friends clearly adored you and your family obviously loved you completely. You have left a hole in many peoples lives that is going to be very hard, if not impossible, to fill. In your relatively short life you touched the hearts of a great number of people. Jannet, Stephen and Anna, as well as other family members must be extremely proud of you. I met you at family get togethers, mainly celebrating your cousins - Jemma and James - birthdays. My partner Mary and me always thought you to be a delightful and charming girl. I am sure you will soon make many friends where you are now.

Love

Gary, Mary, Erol and Alice

Ria.c, Catford says...
4:34pm Fri 9 Mar 07

Jessica, i haven't seen you in awhile and you probably wouldn't remember me to well but i think it's so sad t see someone go like that in such a traggic way. i'll never forget the times when you, me, Anna and Becca used to go swiming together. you were are and will always be a fantasti person. i know that now you are watching down over all of us as an angel up in heaven and that helps to put my mind at rest but i can't help but wonder what if you had crossed just minuites before? everyone is so sad and misses you loads. god bless you and all of your family.
miss you lots and lot and lots.

Ria xox

*R.I.P.JESSICA*

alana, london says...
4:40pm Fri 9 Mar 07

i didnt no u Jessica but i have heard about you and its so sad 2 see sutch a young person leve us befor you have lived R.I.P 4eva alana xox

lucy, sidcup says...
6:36pm Fri 9 Mar 07

im in bgs year 9 and i never new jess, but i know how great she must have been, from the assembaly on wednesday, the tears that were cryed for her were overwealming. Its awful what happened to her and i give the deepest sympathy to her parents and all who knew her. she will never be forgotten
RIP JESS
lucy x

tasha...&lt;3, welling...x says...
7:51pm Fri 9 Mar 07

R.I.P jess i never knew you but i have heard alot abowt u u sounded like a really nice gurl i knew u through megann itz upsettin 2 no wot appened i dno wot 2 saii buh at least ur in a safe place now :( im not saying that you werent but u no i give my deepest sympathy to all her family and friends R.I.P hun ...<3

Gemma, Thamesmead says...
8:15pm Fri 9 Mar 07

Jessica, you were a beautiful kind and caring person, we celbrated New Years eve together this year, my sisters were like your sisters and I know losing you has had a huge impact on their lives. I feel sad you'll never get to hold my baby i'm carrying, but I'll make sure to tell it all about you. Anna when you read this its Gemma (Emily & Hannah's big sister)and I'm sorry babe. Sorry you have to feel the pain of losing sister. I was 8 when I lost Amy and it makes you realise ther's nothing more in the world that hurts more than losing a sister. Give your mum and Dad a hug from me. Take Care Jess and find my sister Amy and give her a kiss from me xxx

emily, kent says...
10:17pm Fri 9 Mar 07

we didnt noe her but we just wanted to say you were to ytoung to die as your life seemed so fulfilled r.i.p. emily libee and sophie and mummy julie xxxxxxxxxxx

Nicola Hill, Lewisham says...
10:56pm Fri 9 Mar 07

Im so sorry to hear what happened I cant beleive it she was a lovley girl and didnt deserve that everyones gonna miss you soo much! RIP x

lyn, blackhaeth says...
9:16am Sat 10 Mar 07

i dont think jess wud of knew me but nicola my daughter new jess she was always smiling as a friend of jess,s sister anna my daughter and her family would like to tell them we thinking of them at this terrible time x nicola and family

daniel s (old school), says...
10:45am Sat 10 Mar 07

R.I.P
couldn't believe it myself, josh nd sean told me but i thought they were jokin about but then i found out nd didn't no what to say, so sorry for all the family

Joanne, Abbey Wood says...
12:53pm Sat 10 Mar 07

I didn't know Jess but she was beautiful and from all the lovely messages she was so obviously extremely popular.
Not nearly long enough in this world, but she as been sent to be Gods BRIGHTEST star. God Bless Jess and all her amazingly brave family.

Mrs Toledano, Plumstead says...
12:55pm Sat 10 Mar 07

So lucky to have met you...you were always full of smiles and teaching you was so rewarding. I will treasure the moments we spent together and remember you always as the beautiful angel you were.
Love always,
Your teacher and friend.

Rachel's Mum, Blackfen says...
7:17pm Sat 10 Mar 07

JESSICA WAS IN MY DAUGHTERS FORM AT SCHOOL. WE ARE JUST SO SORRY TO HEAR WHAT HAPPENED TO JESSICA - IT MUST BE YOUR WORST NIGHTMARE COME TRUE. I HOPE GOD GIVES YOU ALL STRENGTH TO FACE THE COMING DAYS. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU. JESSICA WAS A DAUGHTER TO BE PROUD OF, AND STIL IS.

Lauren, sister of Rachel Wilson who was in Jessica\'s form, Blackfen says...
9:33pm Sat 10 Mar 07

It's not fair that jessica dies, she was so young and didnt get a chance to live her life or do all the things that girls dream of growing up and doing. We all wish we could change it. I would be devestated if it was my sister, i dont know how i would cope. I can't even begin to imagine what you are going through. I hope it gets easier for you all with time. She will be missed and never forgotton, she will live on in people's hearts forever. I hope you all get through this hard time x

katherine (skl friend), eltham says...
9:53pm Sat 10 Mar 07

ive finally accepted jess's death, me and some friends sung for her at our skl assembly, it was usch a privalidge. i am feeling sad still for her death but the tears are gone. I have realise tht to help her family we must not cry over her death but smile about her life. I wnt everyone to enjoy her funeral...and try to b happy about her life rather than sad about her death. she was a lovely girl and i am not trying to forget her...i never could. shes left a whole in everyones heart but we must try to be strong for her family if no1 else. xxx all my love katherine

jolie, welling says...
11:05pm Sat 10 Mar 07

didnt really no y0oh buh i cant believe dis has.. happend.. its just so sad..as i can see she sounds like she waz a great person and wonderfull 2 be with..she has gone up 2 a good place.. in heaven:) ... so sorry to all familyy ... she iz in a good place at the moment and always will be.. xxx jolie

jolie, welling says...
11:08pm Sat 10 Mar 07

didnt really no y0oh buh i cant believe dis has.. happend.. its just so sad..as i can see she sounds like she waz a great person and wonderfull 2 be with..she has gone up 2 a good place.. in heaven:) ... so sorry to all familyy ... she iz in a good place at the moment and always will be.. xxx jolie
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peter driscoll, Putney says...
6:33pm Sun 11 Mar 07

Dear Jessie, For the past week I have been reading these many many and most wonderful comments and messages which are such a fantastic testament to what a most wonderful person you were and are also so deeply moving. It has been said by many and felt by all that you did not deserve such an end to a truly beautiful life but you most certainly deserve all these most heart felt tributes. My fondest memories are of you playing with Jemma and James whom you loved as a big sister rather than as a cousin. Words simply cannot express how how much you will be missed (and remembered) at all family get togethers. So Jessie for tomorrow on Monday 12 March 2007 Jemma, James, Anna and I say with you "night night, sleep tight, god bless, sweet dreams, love you". Uncle Peter

Tom Mathers, Sydney says...
2:12am Mon 12 Mar 07

Dear Jessica,
The moments I spent with you will always be treasured and remembered. You are an amazing girl and I will never forget you, you will always be part of our family.
Love always, Tom

charlotte mathers \ jessica's cousin, Sydney/Australia says...
5:25am Mon 12 Mar 07

dear jessica,
Jessica was a bright and cheerful girl. All the fun and hilarious times we have spent together will always be remembered through out my life. Jessica always made me laugh ! When i heard this news i felt like i was in a night mare and i couldnt wake up :(. Jessica was a beautiful girl always has been and always will be no matter what has happened to her. I will always remember u jessica no matter wat. I LOVE you jessica always has and always will. LOVE U ALWAYS charlotte xoxoxox

Cicely, says...
7:06pm Mon 12 Mar 07

Jessica.
You didn't know me but I knew you.
Such a lovely girl.
I'm so sorry you had to leave so soon.bold
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Elaine, Blackfen says...
7:40pm Mon 12 Mar 07

SHE'S JUST AWAY
we cannot say, and will not say,
that she is dead,she is just away.
W ith a cheery smile,
and a wave of the hand,
she has wandered into an unknown land.
Think of her as just the same.
We'll say she is not dead - she is just away.


THE FLOWER
once in a beautiful garden there grew a lovely flower
and everyone who saw it said it grew with mighty power
giving pleasure day by day, the gardener glowed with pride
then one day he decided to take the bloom inside,
explaining to the people who came from far and near,
he'd done it for a purpose, a purpose very clear,
inside the bloom would flourish with tender loving care,
outside the storms would perish it
and this, he couldn't bear.

i hope these words help you x

sam. best friend from old school, lewisham says...
8:26pm Mon 12 Mar 07

I have been to your wonderful house to see “old ma and pa” and Anna looking at all the lovely photos of you looking beautiful as always. Like in the one where your mum thinks you are a film star and the year 6 photo which I wasn’t in grr =@ anyway still looked brilliant because you were in it =]. You also looked brilliant in all the photos in your amazingly decorated room. I especially liked your me to you teddy bear collection which one of yours I know I have as asked. I decide to take the one with the teddy holding the big orange F as it reminds me of all the things beginning with F about you;
Friend – best of mine
Family – yours is wonderful wish you were my sister
Fabulous – always are
Funny – could make anyone laugh
Fanatic – of shopping
Frightened – of being rained on but legendary umbrella there to stop that
Fiddling – constantly with hair
Fan – big one of cookie dough ice cream
Favourite – you were mine
Figure skater – was like one when ice skating
Fashion sense – always looked wonderful
Friendship – ours will never end
Forgotten – never will you be
Forever – will you be loved
I will keep this teddy bear forever in remembrance of you. I will be there on the 20th watching you as you wished in your fairytale horse drawn carriage **** love Sam

Alex, From her class says...
6:26pm Tue 13 Mar 07

Jess was always such a happy person. All that anyone can say is that she always had a smile on her face and that she was a lovely girl. I regret not talking to her more than I did now but I can remember sitting next to her in geography and how we used to laugh at each other. But this has taught us all to live life to the full as you never know when it will end. Its so sad that this happened to her. The assembly on wednesday was so sad but it was a really nice tribute to her. I feel so sorry for her family and friends and I dont know how they can cope. They are so brave and my sympathy goes out to all of them. Jess you will never ever be forgotten and we will miss you forever. R.I.P xx

Jenna, welling says...
6:56pm Tue 13 Mar 07

I didn't know you but i cant believe what has happened. sorry for what has happened.Sorry to all family and friends.
Jenna ****bold

jak xxudintnome, welling says...
4:24pm Wed 14 Mar 07

jesss...i dint no you but i saw you rand school ALWAYZ LAUGHING ur in my foughts r.i.p.****

Lucinda, bexleyheath says...
8:58pm Wed 14 Mar 07

R.I.P Jessiie

My best friend moved away to australia a year ago, and i miss her soooo much . . i now think muself lucky that the same didnt happen to her . . My thoughts are with her family and friends and even though i dont know her . . i wish she rests in peace because loosing someone so young and precious must feel awful . . Everyone will miss you . . xxx

Lara Mathers, Australia says...
2:45am Thu 15 Mar 07

It seems only like yesterday that we were having the bbq at Wildwoods in the summer with the family. I still remember exactly what you were wearing - red t-shirt, cute black shorts, red ballet shoes and a black alice band in your hair. You looked stunning, so sophisticated and elegant. I admired your sense of style a lot! We both commented on each others outfits..!
You made such an impact on me that day seeing as I hadn't seen you for a couple of years, and in that time you really matured. Your happiness and your determination captured my attention completely. It hurts desperately to know I will not share another day with you like that one. However, you are the true angel now that everyone always knew you were. The tributes that have been made to you prove what an incredible young lady you are/were. The celebration of your life will continue forever.
I am thinking of you, Anna, Stephen and Jannet everyday, allday. Much love, kisses and cuddles to you all ****

Katie Phillips, Kent says...
7:55pm Thu 15 Mar 07

I am in absolute shock at what has happened to such a beautiful, talente and polite girl. Although i didnt know Jessica that well, of what i did know of her is well remembered. Although we only saw Jessica when she came down to see our cousins from Australia, they were times of joy and happiness. And that is how i will always remember Jessica. My thoughts are with you all, Stephen, Jannet and Anna. Always thinking of you. Love and best wishes. Katie ****

Vicki Clark (Sister Of Samantha Clark), Plumstead says...
8:09pm Thu 15 Mar 07

Words cannot describe the pain that you wll go through, the nightmares you will have, the what if's and why us that you will ask yourself. Was she in pain? Why couldnt it of been me? Are all things that will run through your head as a result of you loosing ur little girl. A day never passes where I dont think of my baby sister Samantha. I'll cry then i'll be fine then I'll cry again. And everyone who says you will get over it are wrong because even time is not a healer! It will never stop hurting. The only thing that can put ur mind at ease is that Jessica is with the angels now watching over you. And im sure my baby sister will be looking after her.

Im so sorry for your loss.

Love Vicki Clark

Vicki Clark (Sister Of Samantha Clark), Plumstead says...
8:15pm Thu 15 Mar 07

I also read your comment about Jessica's sister. If she would like to speak to someone please give her my email address as I know exactly what she is going through and would like for her to have someone to talk to who has also recently lost there sister. My email address is vicky_clark@hotmail.co.uk

Please dont hesitate to contact me. I know its hard talking to a stranger but I have found that it helps.

Lots of Love Vicki x

craig, somewhere says...
8:21pm Thu 15 Mar 07

i know one of her friends and i feel like i know her so well. im so sorry for loss the family and her friends are dealing with. i send my love

Sophie Phillips, Kent says...
8:53pm Thu 15 Mar 07

Jessica you were so beutiful, i cannot believe that you are not still with us and it seems like yesterday we were at Tidewells playing in the garden...and the BBQ was lovely seeing how great you looked after so many years and we got on so well, you were just my sort of girl.I am lucky to have been part of your family.We will always love you jess ****

Deanna, Canada says...
11:18am Fri 16 Mar 07

I am so sorry for everyone's loss. If you keep her in your thoughts always she will never really be gone.

Lillie, bexley/dartford grammar says...
4:53pm Fri 16 Mar 07

to jessikah i did not know you but i was cryin wheen i read the story its so sad ,you did not deserve to go your very pretty as wel xx

Rianna, london says...
5:19pm Fri 16 Mar 07

i hardly new you jess but i herd you was a loverly gurl n you wil b sadly missed you r in a beta place were you r now to al family n friends stay strong love ya jessica babiie r.i.p sowi you had 2 die lk dis n at dis younge age 2 everytym i think wot happened i almost feel lk i wanna cry but i dnt coz im stayin strong n because i hardly no yooh but stil i wuld cry 4 any 1 love yooh babiie xxxxxu wil b missed ****

michelle, says...
6:15pm Fri 16 Mar 07

my condolences to jessicas family i have read all the tributes and it breaks my heart she seemed like a really nice young girl yet again another angel taken to soon .i hope that jess family and friends stay strong MAY JESS RIP

Alice (B.G.S), Welling says...
10:33pm Fri 16 Mar 07

Happy, Smiling, Laughing. . . i cant remember anything different about u! no matter how long it has been since that awful nite, i still remember wen i found out. All the memories of us together just came into my mind. You were so fantastic and lovely, you didnt deserve to go, nobody ever does. It still hasnt sunk in properly. in lessons it just feels like you are off sick. Im starting to realise now, because D.T is not the same without u asking me how to do change stitch and I.C.T isnt the same without u askin me how to do the work even tho u were the one that got the A*. I just want to say that your were so lovely, pretty and clever and your smile will never me forgotten. Rest. In. Peace. Jess. You will always be in my heart, Ill never forget you. . .EVER! and ill luv u forever because i no ur watchin us now, from Heaven becos there is no way that u wudnt go to Heaven. R.I.P Jess. Alice x x <3

khol, bexley says...
1:37am Sun 18 Mar 07

God always takes the best ones first.But you're an angel in the sky watching over everyone.Let this be a comfort to you all. I didnt personally know jessica, as i would have liked to. But i can assure you she is in heaven looking down on you, watching and guiding you through life.She hasnt gone she's still her in your mind and heart. You will never forget her she loves you too much.

Dolly, Blackheath says...
6:00pm Sun 18 Mar 07

R.I.P Jessica, i never met her, but i went to the same school as her sister Anna for 5 years and I just wish i got to know Anna a little bit more, so I could be there for her and her family right now. I only found about this tragic accident yesterday and despite the fact I never met Jessica, i was still so saddened and shocked. I hope she rests in peace and all my love goes to Anna and her mum and dad.

Bren, Welling says...
3:30pm Mon 19 Mar 07

I am a mum of 5 children, my heart and sympathy truly goes out to Jess's parents and loved ones, R.I.P Jess.

jenna, welling says...
4:29pm Mon 19 Mar 07

i love you jessica i love you jessica yes i do
i love you jessica i love you jessica yes i do
you were you yes you were you i saw you the day before it happened the terrible thing which has shocked me and will forever...i only knew you for a short time because we met on the way home and had soo much fun .
i love you jessica i love you jessica yes i do
i love you jessica i love you jessica yes i do

Laura Norton, says...
7:13pm Mon 19 Mar 07

i just wanted to leave another comment to tell you how much you are being missed, journeys 2 skl that used to be fun hav turned to a struggle but i know you will always be with me standing by me as you always did and helping me when i was down. thankyou Jess and R.I.P xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Laura Norton, says...
7:16pm Mon 19 Mar 07

love u forever jess!

Ellie, Blackfen says...
4:34pm Tue 20 Mar 07

Heyy Jess Your Funeral Was 2day And I Must Say It Was Lovely Yuh Had 2 White Horses And So Many People Came And Although It Was Cold =| It Was A Beautiful Funeral In A Beautiful Church .. Now Yuh Can Finally Rest In Peace .. R.I.P Jess .. Forever In Our Hearts x <3 x

JOE JOE, GREENWICH says...
10:46pm Tue 20 Mar 07

MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO THE FAMILY...ITS NOT RIGHT FOR A PERSON SO YOUNG..R.I.P.

MICHELLE, london says...
1:16pm Wed 21 Mar 07

i must say once agin my condolences to the mathers family. jess can r.i.p now sha has been laid to rest the angels will look after her jess will always be looking over u all she knows u all love her lots.R.I.P JESS SWEET DREAMS XX

Charley, Woolwich says...
9:45am Thu 22 Mar 07

R.I.P Jess, you will be sadley missed. I did not know you but such a bad way for your life to end, so young ****

Dom, Kidbrooke says...
5:27pm Thu 22 Mar 07

I never thought a story could make me so sad but this has. How her family is managing to go on is brilliant.

Anon., Sidcup says...
3:43pm Fri 23 Mar 07

'There come a time for all of us when we must say goodbye, but memories of those we love live on and never die'

Rest in peace Jessica Louise Mathers

nikki, sidcup says...
4:01pm Fri 23 Mar 07

i didn't know jess but thought that i would send my condolences to the family, i myself have two boys and i cldnt imagine life without either of them, or understand what the family are going through, my best wishes go the family and time is a great healer, that i do know.

Laura Norton, .. says...
11:19pm Fri 23 Mar 07

well you got your wish, everyone wore colours to funeral just like in a wedding and you had two beautiful white horses pulling you in a carriage, your coffin was beautifel aswell, it was woven and had pretty pink and white flowers strung around it, i hope we did you proud at your funeral. love you forever xxxxxxxxxx

Emiilyy, BEXLEYY says...
1:24am Sat 24 Mar 07

R.ii.P BABESSS... UR WID THE OTHER ANGLESS NOWWW. BAD THINGS ONLI HAPEN 2 GOOD PEOPLE XX

BGS alum, bexleyheath says...
6:09pm Sat 24 Mar 07

my deepest sympathies are with the family of this young girl at this tragic time. RIP

katie murphy, liverpool says...
10:09pm Sun 25 Mar 07

Iyer I Did Not Know This Girl I Saw Her Web Site And I Thought i should Leave A Comment R-I-P Jessica xxx
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sandra, england says...
11:37am Mon 26 Mar 07

i didnt no you but my friend suzie was in your year and she new you. its terrible you died like that and terrible you died at all. the angels are with you now and looking after you. ...\*...R.I.P...*//

tash, blackheath says...
9:32am Wed 28 Mar 07

i would just like to say ive had a friend pass away in this situation and im so sorry for you lost.she is a very pretty girl.and will always be looking down on her family and friends x.

tash, blackheath says...
9:36am Wed 28 Mar 07

r.i.p jess i no i dont no u but no one will ever stop thinking about you.x x u have a wonderfull family x x

grace, engl says...
3:57pm Thu 29 Mar 07

hi i am grace i am not a friend are faimly but i feel sorry for you and i no wht it is like to lose someone you love X i am proble the same age as jess (12) and i hope nothing elsa bad like this happen agen sorry to here it =( all my love grace (rip jess)

Rachel, BexleyGrammarSchool says...
10:20pm Thu 29 Mar 07

jess jess jess, just thought id let u know im still thinking of you =) im sure everyone is. you will never be forgotten, i can promise you that. i hope your happy where you are. just keep smiling okay jess =D i love youu ****

Alex, Her Form says...
9:00pm Fri 30 Mar 07

Jess, Rachel is right

no-one will ever get over you and we are all thinking of you always, I still dont understand why it happened to you but this world is a confusing and messed up place and everything happens for a reason. I just wanted to let you know that we still miss you and that you will never be forgotton.

R.i.P Jess

rachiieee, bexliiee grama says...
10:18pm Fri 30 Mar 07

JESS

WE HEARD YUUR SON TUDAE = YUUR FUNERAL WAS LUVLiiEE THE HORSES WERE BOOTiiFUL WEL OF WAH ii GUT TU SEE OF iiT = NOE WUN Wiil FURGEWT YUU <3

jade, bexley says...
12:50pm Wed 4 Apr 07

OMD jess i luved yoo soo much u were the best friend i could have ever had i hope that woman gets justice for what she's done to u but ur with the angels now i will never forget u and u will alwaiiz be in my heart ****italic

laura .n, . says...
11:57am Thu 12 Apr 07

happy birthday jess! miss u! ****

Alice, her set...x, Welling says...
12:12pm Thu 12 Apr 07

Happy Birthday Jess!
I just hope that you are havin fun today with your party in the clouds. But i wish so much that this never happened and you were here to celebrate your birthday with your Family and Friends that miss you so much. Today, i hope all your family are coping okay, especially Jannet, Stephen and Anna. Thinkin about you're birthday i think about when i told you it was mine and you said you were goin to get me a card, i said you didnt hav to but you came back about ten seconds later sayin that you had one...ive still got it and i will treasure it forever along with all the memories i have...Emily's Birthday...D.T...Feeding me Egg...Change Stitch...I.C.T and so much more. I miss you so much Jess, especially today. You'll be in my Heart forever and always. You don't realise how much someone means to you until their gone and thats how i feel about you right now. Love you Jess and Happy Birthday i know you will be having a lot of fun today...x Cya..Alice..x

becca, says...
6:07pm Thu 12 Apr 07

happy birthday jess xxx

katherine, eltham/ her school frined says...
11:03pm Fri 13 Apr 07

hey jess, hope your okay whereever you are, hope your birthday was one of the best yet, i know i was thinking of you all day :D. im pretty sure you would have fitted in with everyone up there, you could make friends wiht abyone....well we all miss you but if your feeling lonely always htink someone somewhere is thinking of you, cos i know they always will be. Your heart is pure and the only thing i wish poepel didnt do is say "jess was" cos your not a was your still here, wiht uis all. Well actually if i had one wish i would be that your still here, in our world where we can reach you but i know your safe, so...everyone will remember you and i will always tlk to you the same as i ever did. Love you jess....love you kat xxxxxxxxxxMWAHxxxxxxxx oooh btw. hope you have a topshop up there....but dont steal all the good clotehs lol! :D cya sooon :D kat

katherine and matt, eltham says...
11:15pm Fri 13 Apr 07

if we keep jess in our minds she'll never really be gone xxx

Ellie, Blackfen says...
4:45pm Wed 18 Apr 07

Heyy Jess =]
I Miss You So Much And So Does Everyone Really But What Happened Cannot Be Changed No Matter How Many People Want It To .. We Must All Just Be Happy That You Loved Your Life And Always Lived Each Day As If It Was Your Last.
Jess.. I Hope You Had Such A Wonderful Birthday With All The Angels Who All Look As Beautiful As You =] =O Does This Mean You Have Wings ? =S Oh Well We'll All See You Again To Find Out =]
Love You Lots Jess <3
Your Body May Not Be With Us Anymore .. But Our Memories Of You Will Always Be Here =]
Missing You Lots <3
Love You Jessss =]
<3 Rest In Peace <3

st, bexley says...
6:52pm Wed 18 Apr 07

i didnt even know jess but i am so sorry and i hope she rests in peace xx

mel, se9 says...
10:43pm Mon 23 Apr 07

we fought so hard to get our kids a good education for their future. Jesse was obviously too good for this life, god needs a hand from a beautiful inteligent young PA,may her parents know she has at least been headhunted for a superior role,as a mother with dreams i weep for jess and her family and may god give her family some respite from their sorrow by sending her warmth and love glowing back into their hearts.

Chis'n'Sid mum of 2

sue, london says...
11:39pm Fri 1 Jun 07

i didnt no jess but im so sorry she was well loved rest in peace sweetdreamsxx

Jannet Mathers, Blackheath says...
6:47pm Sat 2 Jun 07

Hi Jessie,
Today it is three months since you went away. I have cried so many tears for you, and still there are more every single day. There isn't a minute when I don't think of you. On Anna's I-pod there is a song called Destination Calabria. It was on telivision a lot soon after your accident. The words are so good, it's about going of to a destination unknown, leaving all your troubles at home, going to a paradise of love and joy. It cheers me up listening to that on full blast, because it reminds me that you are now in a paradise of love and joy.
Today we went on a special commerative trip to Oxford Street TopShop with Emily, Megan, Laura, Yzzy, Furnisha, Gemma, Sian and Sam.Amina and Ellie couldn't come. Dad and some of the Mums came too, and we had lunch in a Turkish restaurant afterwards. I couldn't go into TopShop myself, as it would have reminded me too much of our Christmas shopping trip, but the girls all got a great new outfit, and it was fun, and we drank a toast to you over lunch.
we have bought a new house to move to, but it needs renovating first. I will have some special memory cupboards there, to put some reminders of you in and the very wonderful memory books that your many friends have made.
Anna carries on being so brave, but she gets lonely without you here to wind her up!
We will always keep on loving you. Be Happy, Mum xxx

Ellie =], Blackfen says...
6:13pm Fri 8 Jun 07

Heyya Jess =]
I Miss You So Much, Theres Not One Day That Goes Past Where I Dont Stop And Think About You And Your Family, Although We Weren't Really Close, It Still Upsets Me, That I'll Never Manage To Spend Another Minute With You =[ I Know Your Spirit Is With Us Everyday And Now I Can Finally Look At Pictures Of You, And Smile, Because I Know That You Loved Your Life, And There Wasn't One Second Of It, Where You Didn't Live Your Life To The Maximum, And Im Also Happy, Because I Know Where Ever You Are Now, Your Enjoying Yourself Loads. I Love You So Much Jessica, And I Miss You Lots Too. See You Soon x Love You ****

Hannah =], Charlton says...
8:41pm Wed 27 Jun 07

R.i.P JESS i REALLY MiSS YOU. ANNA'S BiRTHDAY WAS A LAUGH WiSH YOU COULD OF BEEN THERE i CANT STOP THiNKiNG ABOUT YOU iM SO SORRY iT HAPPENED TO YOU i LOVE YOU SO MUCH YOU WERE LiKE A SiSTER TO ME AND NOW THAT YOUR GONE i NOE HOW MUCH YOU MENT TO MEE i STiLL REMEMBER ALL THOSE MEMORiES WE HAD LiKE THE SLEEPOVER'S, BiRTHDAYS,DAYS OUT & THE TENT WELL ME AND YOU COULD NOT STOP HURTiNG OUR FEET ON THAT TENT COULD WE LOOOL CHASEiNG EACHOTHER iN THE DARK WAS JUST SO MUCH FUN i CANT BELiEVE HOW MUCH PEOPLE HAVE WROTE ON HERE BUT iTS COZ YOU WERE A GREAT GiRL AND YOU SO DiDNT DESERVE THiS R.i.P BABiiE JESSS YOUR WERE SUCH A GREAT FRiEND WHO iS MiSSED TERiBLY MUAHHH **** <33333333 ONE MORE THiNG iD LiKE TO SAY NO ONE CAN TEST OUR MSN CONVO JESS THE ONE WiTH WEBCAM LOOOOL LOVE YAHHHH XXX

Alex, Her Classmate says...
9:58pm Thu 5 Jul 07

Hey Jess, your bench memorial was yesterday and it was really sad. Some of your ashes are scattered there and there is a tree growing in your memory. I still cant belive all this. I still miss you and think about you and all the things you are missing I feel like sitting and crying but I know you want us all to stay strong so I am. Have been talking to Anna and all your family are missing you loads. R.i.P Jess.

"In loving memory of Jessica Louise Mathers
1993 - 2007
A special daughter, sister and friend who will be missed every day in every way."

Anna Mathers, London says...
10:26am Thu 12 Jul 07

Hi Jess, i just wanted to say that i really miss you and will do always. Your friends and your year group have done you proud though. Last night we went to the prize giving ceremony as there was a CAS prize named after you. I thought it was a lovely evening. I love going to your school and stuff, as i see like all your year group who are your age and going through what you would have been doing. Also they're all wearing their school uniform which is basically how i saw you most days of the week. Everyone from your school has been so supportive, aswell as the teachers. So i just wanted to say thankyou. I still read this news shopper article everyday. Thank you everyone for all your support

Anna Mathers, London says...
10:27am Thu 12 Jul 07

Hi Jess, i just wanted to say that i really miss you and will do always. Your friends and your year group have done you proud though. Last night we went to the prize giving ceremony as there was a CAS prize named after you. I thought it was a lovely evening. I love going to your school and stuff, as i see like all your year group who are your age and going through what you would have been doing. Also they're all wearing their school uniform which is basically how i saw you most days of the week. Everyone from your school has been so supportive, aswell as the teachers. So i just wanted to say thankyou. I still read this news shopper article everyday. Thank you everyone for all your support

asif, london says...
12:20am Wed 1 Aug 07

12night miss u still just that memory of u in DT playin again & again in my mind i wonder if u r ther wen i pray 4 u i imagine u ther and feel depressed and feel alone because it seems so sureal . i feel like cryin but feel more calm cos i think u r up in heaven readin this. im goin to sleep now but my heart wont till i see u again

yzzy, london says...
5:12pm Mon 13 Aug 07

i have not written here before. but it's lovely. it helps to read it. i missed you more than ever today, for some reason. it's not like i was even doing anything. just thinking. miss you so much and i can't even think what you would say anymore. it's strange, it's true. love you

Mum, Blackheath says...
3:37pm Thu 6 Sep 07

Hi Jess,
It is now more than half a year since we lost you. Looking back, I do not know how we got through six long months without you, and still the pain does not ease up. It has been very hard getting through the summer and going on holiday without you.I have not been able to go into the garden, because it would have reminded me too much of you not being there having fun with us. Just as well it was a wet summer.I have had a tattoo done in your honour, a pink heart on my right wrist. It comforts me to have it, and when I touch it it feels almost like touching you. Anna now wants me to get one done for her too, and Dad suggested having another heart interlinking with yours. I like that, because symbolically I would still have my two girls together.
I know that you are safe with Jesus. I love you as much as ever, Mum xxx

Mum, Blackheath says...
9:30pm Tue 4 Dec 07

Hello My Darling,
Now it is more than nine long months without you. Christmas is nearly here, but who cares about Christmas, when you are not here with us. Anna is amazing, she is the only thing that keeps me going. We won't have a Christmas tree this year, how could we without you telling us that whatever tree we got wasn't big enough. Lucky you, though, you are with Jesus, and that is who Christmas is all about after all, so I will focus on that and it will cheer me up. We are finally selling our house on Thursday, I'm glad we are not there for Christmas. We are living in a lovely flat in Blackheath near the Church. I like that Church Spire. When I look at it, from your sofa in this living room, it points to heaven where you are, and then I know that you are not so very far away, and one day, I will see you again. What an amazing day that will be. Until then, please know that you are not forgotten. I love you so much my darling, I never never stop thinking about you, Mum
ps When I was packing up the house, I came across so many little notes from me to you and you to me, telling each other how much we love each other. I'm so glad we always did that.xxx

Asif, says...
5:04pm Fri 7 Dec 07

Just want you to know our thoughts are still with you RIP

Alex, says...
4:41pm Fri 14 Dec 07

Its been nine months and it's still hard to believe what happened. Everyone at school still thinks about you and school hasnt ever been the same. Thinking of your family and am so sorry for them. I can't imagine how theyre feeling now, especially with Christmas coming. Jess, you will never be forgotten and will be in our hearts forever. xXx

Asif, London says...
4:31pm Fri 4 Jan 08

Its nearly been a yr since u left. Not much has changed, I think no1 who was lucky enough to know u wil stop grieving. At registration I sometimes jus glance where u used to sit. It seems a distant memory, but the pain hasn't dulled. U didnt deserve 2 die, that's what makes it worse. But there's that hope that wen we die we'll all meet up again.

Murphy, Shooters Hill says...
8:49pm Thu 31 Jan 08

Hello Jess,

i try to check this website really often because it reminds me of you, and how much you were loved.

i still miss you so much, but you'll be pleased to know that me, my mum, anna, and your mum, have been going out an awful lot lately. Lot's of trips to Blackheath, having fun. But really cannot have proper fun without you there, i am always thinking of you, and promise to be as much support as i can.

love you so much, and always thinking of you, and when we used to share your tiny single bed. silly us! haha

xxxxxxxxxxxxxx

asif, London says...
9:13pm Wed 6 Feb 08

hey, there's always 1 day in the week where i cant stop thinking about what happened. i dont think that day will ever leave. But i dont want it to. Because i can remember how good person u were. I try not to forget the few good people i met in life or will do. But I wont forget who u were.

Anna Mathers, Blackheath says...
12:30pm Tue 19 Feb 08

I can't believe it is almost a year since you died. I still miss you so much and think about you every day. I know you are out there somewhere, even though i don't know where and that you are watching over us all. I still can't believe it happened and I will never forget that night.

Henrike, Wandsworth says...
12:40am Fri 22 Feb 08

To my darling Jess, I know that where ever you are that you are not far away. We all miss you soo much especially your mum, dad and anna. It's been really tough for them without you but i know you would be proud of them. Anna is going to sit her first driving test tommorrow - you would have liked her being able to drive you about thogh i suspect you may have had to earn your lifts. Anna and i went to top shop a few weeks ago - it was seriosly busy though and we were to wimpy to fight through the masses i think you could have taught us a thing or to. I can't believe its nearly a year since you died we all think about you every day. Paul, Willem and i miss you soo much ****

Anna Mathers, Blackheath says...
1:43pm Fri 29 Feb 08

Hi Jessie, sunday is so close now. I think about you every day. You are closer than I think you are, I just can't see you. My biggest wish would be to have you back, but I can't. I love you for ever

Anna Mathers, Blackheath says...
1:43pm Fri 29 Feb 08

Hi Jessie, sunday is so close now. I think about you every day. You are closer than I think you are, I just can't see you. My biggest wish would be to have you back, but I can't. I love you for ever

Anna Mathers, Blackheath says...
8:09am Sun 2 Mar 08

Hi Jessie today is Sunday the 2nd of March, Mother's Day and exactly a year after you left us. I love you so much. I can't believe it has already been a year. I think about you everyday. You are and always will be my little sister (not that little anymore). I hope you will be having a good day today. I am sending a very big cuddle to you. Lots of love Anna xoxoxoxoxoxo

Alex, Classmate says...
9:23am Sun 2 Mar 08

I cant believe its been a year already. We all still miss you and think about you so much. My deepest sympathy goes out to your family today. I met Jannet and Anna the other week and they are both really nice. I cant imagine what its like for them. Jess you will never be forgotten and you will be in our hearts forever x

Alex, Classmate says...
9:26am Sun 2 Mar 08

Alex wrote:
I cant believe its been a year already. We all still miss you and think about you so much. My deepest sympathy goes out to your family today. I met Jannet and Anna the other week and they are both really nice. I cant imagine what its like for them. Jess you will never be forgotten and you will be in our hearts forever x
Sorry I meant to say my deepest sympathy goes out to your family today of all days **

Gemma, says...
8:30pm Sun 2 Mar 08

Jess,
i can't believe it's been a year..
today we went to greenwich park to see your tree & to blow bubbles!!!
i can still picture you & hear your voice so vividly..
& i can't listen to seasons of love or wishing you were somehow here again without thinking of you..
even tho you never really did like phantom of the opera lol!
we also saw your mum & dad today
how they & anna have een throughout all this is amazing..
i wonder what you'd say about us all now...
haha...you'd probably call me an emo lol XD
i've still got these notes you wrote to me at the beginning of year in maths...talking about being back in our normal seats...we're still there!!!
& how we were geting our planners & how you didn't like me lol
i can't even remember what i did :S
i also re-read the thing i put in your book the other day & it reminded me of all the jokes we had..
like PLP!!
& when you called me obese ¬¬ then offered me a half-eaten apple lmao
& was it a litre of chav & only one millilitre of emo? hahaha
*sigh*
we love you so much jess
& you will never ever be forgotten
well, who could forget such an amazing girl?!?!?!?!
****

Hazel, Megan's Mum, Welling says...
10:36pm Sun 2 Mar 08

There isn't a day that passes when I don't think about you and what might have been. You have been in my thoughts more than ever this weekend, as have your family. Rest in peace Jess.

Mum, Blackheath says...
4:00pm Mon 3 Mar 08

Darling Jessica,
Here I am writing to you again. I meant to do it yesterday, but we were all too sad,reliving those first few hours and days and weeks of knowing that you would never come home again. I do not know how we managed to get through a whole year without you, but I do know that nothing ever can be as bad as this last year has been. Slowly, we pick up the pieces of our shattered lives, and try to put them somehow back together again, but one giant piece is missing. Your many wonderful friends have been, and continue to be a source of great comfort to Dad, Anna and me, and we have really got to know them over the last year. I have often thought how emberassed this would make you!
We have learnt so many important things from you during your short life. You have taught us about friendship, having fun, making the most of every day, and above all, the importance of cuddles and hugs. How I miss our cuddles! When I come to join you in heaven, we will have the biggest cuddle ever.
I read in a book about a parent who had lost a child. She imagined when she herself died, meeting her child and being asked: 'What did you do with the rest of your life after I'd gone?' When I meet you again, I want to be able to tell you things that will make you proud of me, just like I am proud of you now.
Our Love for each other will bind us together for ever.
Be happy, my Love, Mum ****

Anna Mathers, Blackheath says...
9:25am Fri 7 Mar 08

Hi Jessie last night Friday the 6th of March we had a concert to raise money for your Theatre in the primary school. The Baltic Chimps were the band playing Mum and Dad know Ian and Sally. And Ian was in the band. Loads of people came at least 350. You would have loved it. We think about you every day Jess, and we will never forget you. Love you loads. Lots of love your big sister Anna. xoxoxo

Anna Mathers, Blackheath says...
9:14am Sat 12 Apr 08

Hi Jessica, today is your 15th birthday. I hope you are having a big party today. I miss and love you soooo much, more than words can say. And i will be thinking of you today of all days. All my love your big sister Anna xoxoxooxoxo

Alex, classmate says...
12:14pm Sat 12 Apr 08

Happy 15th Birthday Jess
Thinking of you & your family on your special day
You will never be forgotten and you will be in our hearts forever x

Mum, blackheath says...
4:20pm Mon 14 Apr 08

Dear Jess,
I hope you saw the balloon which Dad and I let fly on Saturday on the Moor in the Peak District. As always, we thought about you all day long. Who would have thought you wouldn't be here for your 15th birthday?
On Saturday, we are going for a Jessica's birthday trip to London Zoo, with lots of your friends and family. I'm sure you'll be with us somehow.
All my love and a big birthday hug, Mum ****
P.S. I bought you a birthday present on Saturday, a pink clock with a butterfly on it and very glitzy hands. It really was made for you. We will hang it up in the new house x

Anna Mathers, Blackheath says...
1:21pm Fri 18 Apr 08

Hi Jessie Luv u more than words can say. xoxoxoxoxoxoxo

Anna Mathers, Blackheath says...
1:52pm Mon 28 Apr 08

Hi Jessie everyday I miss you so much. I think about you every second of every day. There will always be a space for you in my heart and I hope you know that. There are so many things I wish I could tell you. love you loads lots of love Anna xoxoxo

Anna Mathers, Blackheath says...
1:52pm Mon 28 Apr 08

Hi Jessie everyday I miss you so much. I think about you every second of every day. There will always be a space for you in my heart and I hope you know that. There are so many things I wish I could tell you. love you loads lots of love Anna xoxoxo

Anna Mathers, Blackheath says...
12:39pm Tue 13 May 08

Love you Jessie so much xoxoxxo

Anna Mathers, Blackheath says...
4:27pm Fri 30 May 08

Jessica, the pain never goes away, there will always be a special place for you in my heart. I love you so much and i will always miss you. ****

Mum, Blackheath says...
11:52am Mon 2 Jun 08

Darling Jessica,
Today it is fifteen months, one-and a-quarter years since we last saw you. We have had a beautiful portrait of you and Anna painted, I like looking at it very much. It makes you feel so close.
I know now that it is never going to stop feeling so so wrong that you are not here with us anymore. We will not see you grow up, and do all the things your friends will go on to do.
We will never forget you, and never stop loving you.
Bless you my Darling, Mum x


Asif, London says...
9:40pm Fri 27 Jun 08

Hi Jess
I don't know how people cope with having someone you used to know leave. But with me I still think you're there, in heaven, as you deserve to be. I hope the weather's nice up there instead of the rain in England. Thinking of you always. I still pray for you and your well being, and I know god answers them.I'll write to you soon, bye.

Asif, London says...
10:24pm Mon 8 Sep 08

Hi Jess
Still rembering, still praying, still thinking, still remeniscing...I just want you to know that everyone still have memories of you in our minds and always will....hope all is well....talk to you later :)

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