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For updated information about the
progress of these students' recoveries, follow these links.
- Student / Teacher List
- Swedish Hospital
- Denver Health Medical Center
- Craig Hospital - (no updates)
- 9 News Update
- Patrick Ireland News Conference
updated
6/3/99, 10:30 p.m. pst
= Released from hospital
Lance Kirklin,
16, a sophomore at Columbine High School, went home Saturday.
His condition improved enough for him to be released, but doctors
say he has to go through at least six more reconstructive surgeries
on his face.
Hospital: Denver Health Medical Center
Lance Kirklin Family Statement
"Lance has worked hard to overcome adversity. He believes in treating others as he would want to be treated. He is sensitive, caring and able to put the needs of others before his own. Though he is unable to speak at this time due to the nature of his injuries, he has indicated tremendous sadness and concern for the others affected by this tragedy. Knowing Lance, he would want to be available to comfort others and is moved by the outpouring of love and support he has received.
We know that Lance has many challenges to address, and we count on and ask for your continued prayers and support in the months ahead for all students and families affected.
Lance is an outdoorsman and loves to fish. He likes the opportunity to be in the mountains with family and friends. We know that his sadness will be lightened when he is again able to go to the mountains.
On behalf of Lance, we would like to thank all involved in Lance's rescue, Littleton and other communities throughout Colorado, across the country and worldwide for their prayers, support and love extended to Lance and his family. Especially all Lance's family in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska, we appreciate your prayers and love. We would also like to thank Denver Health administrators, Surgical Intensive Care staff, Emergency Department staff, surgeons and everyone for caring for Lance and our family."
Dawn, Mike, and Amanda Kirklin
Lance Kirklin Fund
1st Bank of Arapahoe County
P.O. Box 2297, Littleton, Colorado 80161
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..Valeen Schnurr, 18, released from hospital. She had shrapnel
injuries to her chest wall, abdominal wall and left forearm.
She suffered at least nine shrapnel and bullet wounds.
Hospital: Swedish Medical Center
The
Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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..Anne
Marie Hochhalter,
17 years old, was transferred to Craig Hospital from Swedish
Medical Center's Multi Trauma Unit to begin rehabilitation for
injuries she sustained in the Columbine High School shooting
of April 20th. Anne Marie sustained multiple life-threatening
injuries as well as a spinal cord injury at the T-12 level around
the area of her waist. According to Tom Balazy, M.D. of the
Swedish Multi Trauma Unit, "Anne Marie has had a very complicated
medical course since her injury, and is a very brave young woman".
According to Anne Marie's parents Ted and Carla,
"Anne Marie is lucky
to be alive. Her injuries were so severe that in
those early days at Swedish we were afraid she wouldn't make
it. We believe
God gave her back to us. We want to thank the Littleton Fire
Department
paramedics, and the physicians, nurses, and staff at Swedish
Medical Center
for their skill and caring". They saved our daughter's
life. We also would like
to thank all the people who are supporting us through this very
hard time.
We are beginning to understand that this is a difficult and costly
injury, but
continue to hope for the best."
According to Craig's spokesperson Kenny Hosack, Anne Marie continues to request privacy from the media, and has asked that there be no requests for appearances, individual interviews, or photographs at this time. Anne Marie's parents want their focus to be on their daughter's rehabilitation, but periodically want to keep the community informed about Anne Marie's progress. Media requests for Mr. and Mrs. Hochhalter should be directed to Mr. Hosack. Periodic news release updates will follow.
In order to allow Anne Marie to fully participate in her rehabilitation program, visiting hours and phone calls will be limited according to the wishes of the Hochhalters. Visitations will occur from 7-9 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, and Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4 pm. Even during these times, Anne Marie may not always be available to receive visitors. Visitors are required to check in at the Main Switchboard at Craig.
People wishing to share good wishes with Anne Marie and her family are encouraged to mail cards and letters to:
Anne Marie Hochhalter
Craig Hospital
3425 S. Clarkson St.
Englewood, CO. 80110
Anne Marie joins three other severely injured Columbine students at Craig Hospital for rehabilitation, Pat Ireland, Sean Graves, and Richard Castaldo, as well as 70 other severely-injured inpatients currently in treatment at the hospital. Craig is a national rehabilitation hospital for patients with spinal cord injury and traumatic brain injury. (from Craig Hospital Press Release, 6/2/99)
Hospital: Swedish Medical Center, Craig Hospital
A fund has been established for Anne Marie's long term costs, and donations can be sent to:
Anne Marie Hochhalter
Supplemental Care Trust
1st Bank of So. Jeffco (Wadsworth and Coal Mine Branch)
6701 S. Wadsworth Blvd.
P.O. Box 620009
Littleton, CO. 80162-9903
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Sean Graves, 15 ½ years old, Multi-trauma Unit. Four gunshot wounds-one in back and three in the abdomen. Fair and stable condition, movement and feeling has returned to his left foot. Sean has begun intensive therapy in the spinal cord injury program.
His injury has been termed an "incomplete," meaning he is paralyzed below the level of the wound but has some feeling and movement. Sean's doctors said his long-term prognosis is unknown.
Sean and his family wanted to update the community and nation on his condition and progress since his admission to Craig Hospital on May 4th from Swedish Medical Center.
According to Sean's doctors he sustained multiple gun shot wounds, including a serious wound that has resulted in an incomplete spinal cord injury around the area of his waist. "Incomplete" means that Sean is paralyzed below the level of the wound, with some feeling and movement at this time. Sean is currently using a wheelchair for mobility. Sean has begun intensive rehabilitation therapy in the spinal cord injury rehabilitation program at Craig, and he still fatigues easily. Sean's long term prognosis is unknown at this time, and his projected length of treatment at Craig has not yet been decided. Doctors and therapists remain hopeful about his progress.
The Graves family have continued to ask that there be no media coverage or individual interviews until further notice. They would like to periodically provide information about Sean's condition and progress, but want to maintain their privacy.
Strict visiting hours and incoming phone call screening are being enforced at the family's request so that Sean and the family can focus on Sean's therapy. Visitation hours are 7-9 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, and Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4 pm, and visitors should come to the main hospital switchboard. Even during these times, patients may not be available to receive visitors, depending on how Sean is feeling. (from Craig Hospital Press Release, 5/12/99)
People wishing to share good wishes with Sean are encouraged to mail cards and letters to:
Sean Graves
Craig Hospital
3425 S. Clarkson St.
Englewood, CO. 80110.
Hospital: Swedish Medical Center, Craig Hospital
The Sean Graves Recovery
Fund
1st Bank
P.O. Box 620009
Littleton, CO 80162-9903
Donations
will help the family defray costs of Sean's recovery
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..Mark Kintgen, 17, released. He had multiple gunshot wounds
to his neck and head.
Hospital: Denver Health Medical Center
The
Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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Richard Castaldo, 17 years old, Multi-trauma Unit. Five gunshot wounds-Injuries to chest, back, and arm. Richard remains in fair condition. If he feels up to it, he might make an appearance Saturday at the Peace Jam Slam at Regis University.
Richard was transferred on 6/1/99 to Craig Hospital from Swedish Medical Center's Multitrauma Unit to continue rehabilitation for a spinal cord injury that he sustained in the Columbine High School shooting on April 20th. Richard and his family will periodically provide news releases through the hospital as Richard progresses in rehabilitation.
Richard and his family will have visiting hours which are 7-9 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, and Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4 pm. Visitors should report to the hospital's main switchboard and visitor area. Even during these times, Richard and his family may not always be available to meet with visitors. (from Craig Hospital Press Release, 5/99)
People wishing to share good wishes to Richard are encouraged to mail cards and letters to:
Richard Castaldo
Craig Hospital
3425 S. Clarkson St.
Englewood, CO. 80110
Hospital: Swedish
Medical Center
The Richard Castaldo
Fund
Attn: Cathy - 1st Bank of Littleton
P.O. Box 2738
Littleton, Colorado 80161
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..Brian Anderson, 17, treated and released. He
suffered a superficial wound to chest when a gunman shot through
a double-paned window.
Hospital: Lutheran Medical Center
The
Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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Nicole Nowlen, 16, released, gunshot wounds to abdomen.
Hospital: Lutheran Medical Center
The
Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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Mark Taylor, 16, Good condtion with gunshot
wounds to chest, arms and one leg, released. Mark has since been
re-admitted to Littleton Adventist Hospital in serious condition.
Mark has again been released.
Hospital: University Hospital, Littleton Adventist Hospital
The
Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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Stephanie Munson, 17, treated and released with
a gunshot wound to the ankle.
Hospital: Littleton Adventist Hospital
The
Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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Adam Kyler, 16, treated and released for abdominal pain.
Hospital: Littleton Adventist Hospital
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Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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..Lisa Kreutz, 18, a senior at Columbine High School, admitted
with multiple gunshot wounds to her body, was released April
28.
Hospital: Denver Health Medical Center
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Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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..Jennifer Doyle, 17, released, gunshot wounds.
Hospital: Littleton Adventist Hospital
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Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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Stephen Austin Eubanks, treated and released with gunshot
wounds to the head and knee.
Hospital: Littleton Adventist Hospital
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Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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..Nick Foss,
18, treated and released for injuries from a 15-foot fall.
Hospital: Littleton Adventist Hospital
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Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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..Dan Steepleton, 17, released, gunshot wounds.
Hospital: Littleton Adventist Hospital
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Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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Joyce Jankowski, 45, treated and released.
Hospital: Littleton Adventist Hospital
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Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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Michael Johnson, 15, whose family released his
name Monday, remained in fair condition with gunshot wounds in
his face, one arm and leg. He has since been released.
Hospital: Centura St. Anthony Central Hospital
The
Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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Pat Nielson, 35, treated and released.
Hospital: Littleton Adventist Hospital
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Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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..Jeanna Park, 18, a senior at Columbine High School, admitted
with gunshot wounds to the leg and shoulder, was released April
26.
Hospital: Denver Health Medical Center
The
Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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Kasey Ruegsegger, 17, released.
Hospital: Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center, Centura St. Anthony Central Hospital
Kacey Ruegsegger
c/o The Columbine High School Families' Assistance Fund - Kacey
Ruegsegger
HealthONE
600 S. Cherry St. Suite 217
Glendale, CO 80246
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..Makai Hall,
19, released, gunshot wounds.
Hospital: Centura St. Anthony Central Hospital
The
Healing Fund
P.O. Box 46531
Denver, CO 80201
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Patrick Ireland, 17, was a straight A student at Columbine High School until April 20th. He escaped from a second floor window after being hit with two bullets in the brain. He is now rehabilitating at Craig Hospital which specializes in brain and spinal cord injuries.
Hospital: Centura St. Anthony Central Hospital, Craig Hospital
Click here to view the RealVideo excerpts from a news conference held by Patrick Ireland, his parents and his doctor on May 7, 1999. (You will need the latest RealPlayer to view this video clip, which you can download for free from Real.com)
The Patrick Ireland
& Family Fund
c/o Northwest United Federal Credit Union
6320 Old Wadsworth Blvd.
P.O. Box 547
Arvada, CO 80001
The Colorado Vintage Baseball Association will hold a fundraiser for Patrick Ireland at its opening-day game on May 8. Proceeds from the sale of concessions will go to help pay for Patrick's medical bills. Donations will also be accepted. The game will take place at Ft. Logan. For information call Andrew Regan at (303) 627-2937.
The following poem was
written from the heart by
Patricia
Weppler, Duanesburg,
New York
May 1999
~ Patrick ~
I would have never known you
But for that fateful day
I watched the horror on tv
As children lost their way.
I saw you from the window
Upon the second floor
Breaking glass with your hands
To reach a safer shore.
Head first out the window
You moved across the line
Into the arms of SWAT team men
Away from Columbine.
The image of you so determined
The courage that it took
Has seared itself into my heart
A page turned in my book.
Now it's two weeks later
I think about you still
I know your name is Patrick
Your road ahead uphill.
I have cried so much for your hurt
For you and your family I've prayed,
I'm not the only one who saw
The courage you displayed.
Around the world we know you
We saw your light that day
You are the boy whose spirit
Could not be torn away.
You showed amazing strength
In those hours of despair
Now months of work are still to come,
I know it isn't fair.
I've read about you in the news
How much you have to give
Though everything is now changed
You have the will to live
For God put His hand on you
That shocking April day
And with His love to guide you
He'll help you find a way.
Asking, "Why?" is painful
It is hard to understand
But He has a job for you to do
You are part of His vast plan.
Keep these thoughts with you
As you begin to heal
Let your faith be comfort
When it hurts too much to feel.
Know that safe inside you
You have the love of us all
Who watched you on that darkest day
And prayed you wouldn't fall.
So many lives have been touched
Our faces you've never met
You've inspired us to make it count
And we never will forget.
God bless all of the victims of
this tragedy.
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Updates coutesy of 9 News, Denver, CO, The Denver Post, CNN, and the involved hospitals.
Student photos courtesy of Denver Health Medical Center
Columbine Flower Image: Melissa Gutierrez
All other graphics: Scott Docherty - Red Hare Graphics