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Henry Lee, 20, Roanoke, Va.

April 18, 2007 7:02 PM

Nm_lee_0704178_bl_2 Henry Lee was one of 10 children whose parents escaped from Vietnam. They left when Henry was 5. Lee was planning to major in computer science and French. According to the Richmond Times-Dispatch, Lee was his high school's salutatorian with a grade-point average of 4.47. Susan Lawyer Willis, his high school principal, recalled Henry's graduation speech. "He said to the crowd, 'When I came to this country, I couldn't speak English. Now, I'm No. 2 in the class.' 

He valued his education. It was so heartfelt. It moved us all to tears. He was proud of his American citizenship," said the principal.

Lee enjoyed racquetball and frisbee, and was by all accounts a happy, upbeat person. A memorial is scheduled for him at his high school, William Fleming High School, in Roanoke, Va.

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Amida Buddha.
Ly Hien, Rest in Peace.

Posted by: H. Do | Apr 19, 2007 3:42:14 PM

My Prayers go out to his family and friends.
A Di Da Phat!

Posted by: H. Do | Apr 19, 2007 3:45:07 PM

I will put the sorraw in god hands for now i no (family and friends) I didn't no you but R.I.P!!


LOVE,ASHLEY

Posted by: ashley | Apr 19, 2007 4:13:11 PM

I pray for Mr.Lee's family that have endured so much. They did their best to provide educational and economic opporunities for him by escaping Vietnam. He was able to accomplish so much in his short life. God bless his family.

Posted by: Nelsie | Apr 19, 2007 9:31:16 PM

Celebrate the life of Henry with Light, Love and Peace.

Posted by: Wendy | Apr 20, 2007 12:31:23 AM

My prayers to you and ur family. May God give u strength during ur moment of pain and despair. I cannot imagine what you're going through but know that my heart and everyone else in America grieves with you. God Bless!

Posted by: Juanita Rios, TX | Apr 20, 2007 10:00:01 AM

As I read about each and every face that is listed, my heart aches for their families and friends. May Gods peace be bestowed on each person that has been affected by this horrible tragedy! My family will keep you all in our prayers!!!

Sending our Love from the Mountains of North Carolina!

Posted by: Mindi | Apr 20, 2007 12:03:18 PM

There are no words to leaven the pain of your loss and this tragedy. But the following is a humble offering that hopefully will bring some comfort, when you feel the sun shining again:

In the rising of the sun and in its going down, we remember them.

In the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter, we remember them.

In the opening of buds and in the warmth of summer, we remember them.

In the beginning of the year and when it ends, we remember them.

So long as we live they, too, shall live for they are now a part of us as we remember them.

Posted by: Theresa | Apr 20, 2007 12:53:44 PM

Henry, keep smiling. No one would ever stop you from doing that. We will remember you.

Posted by: Jim | Apr 20, 2007 5:09:05 PM

To the Lee family My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time off need.

Posted by: Joe | Apr 20, 2007 5:39:46 PM

A leader among leaders. From what I read about Henry he met lifes challenges and overcame them. What great charactor. What a testimony. Ultimately in death he is able to show millions of young people that you can be anything you want to be. My heart goes out to the family. My prayers are with you.

Posted by: anonymous | Apr 20, 2007 6:28:25 PM

As you stand tall and proud on the day Henry delivered his high school speach, may you continue to be proud of your son forever.

Thanks for sharing with us what hard work and a generous fun heart looks like through your son and through your sacrifice and commitment to your family.

God bless.

Posted by: Jenny | Apr 21, 2007 3:41:58 AM

God Bless your family in this time of sorrow...

Posted by: sheila again | Apr 21, 2007 8:08:17 AM

God bless you. I hope your family will ok. it tough to lose a child.

Posted by: Hiep | Apr 21, 2007 1:20:42 PM

Henry Lee, keep smiling.
Peace and comfort to you all.
God bless you.
I hope your family will ok.
We will remember you.

Posted by: Jessica | Apr 22, 2007 2:27:24 AM

lee family, you came to America looking for a bright future for Henry but now you facing a darknesd black cloud surround you, be strong and remember all the good things Henry brought to your family and every one he knew and his smiling will give your family the strength during your moment of pain and despair.

Posted by: mai | Apr 22, 2007 2:44:16 PM

God makes no mistakes. Only the good die young...God bless your family in their time of suffering and pain.

Posted by: meela yang | Apr 26, 2007 9:51:00 AM

Lee family:
Even though I don't know Henry, but I feel sad for your son's lost. I'll pray for your family. Stay strong. God bless Lee's family.

Posted by: lauren | Apr 27, 2007 10:18:37 AM

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