Ella Suggs, 53

Ella Suggs, 53, a black woman, was stabbed at a bus stop at 200 East Compton Blvd. and died at 3:07 p.m. Sunday,  April 29. Police said a man walked up to her and stabbed her without provocation as she waited for the bus. She was taken to a nearby hospital, where she died. A 31-year-old black man was arrested later the same day at the scene. His motive is still under investigation, police said.

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Comments

[LaQuita]

Time seems to amze me becaue it has a way of moving you forward and taking you back. I was sad suddenly today to the point of tears, because I'm still looking for a logical reason for this and I know it doesn't exist. I miss my mom so bad that I pray at night hoping to see a glimpse of her. This is something that I would never wish for anyone to lose someone in this manner is soemthing that you may never recover from. One thing I am grateful for is the support from my family and the DA that is handling this case.

[LaQuita Suggs]

I have actually submitted blogs to this site that have not posted for whatever reason. Blu thank you so much for your expression of concern. I have been trying to write out my experience and hope to one day publish it. The trial still has not stared, it seems to be one pitfall after another. The guy is trying to plead not guilty by reason of insanity, what a joke. He gets to delay the process while my family still reaches for closure. Talk about terror within. I am so ready to have this over with. I hope that you were able to reconnect with your mother. Since I am a therapist, I have actually been providing services to victims of crime and this brings me much solace. Anyone interested in emailing me to express your thoughts to help me through my process can do so at lsuggslcsw@hotmail.com

[Blu]

Dear La Quita,

are you still visiting this site? If you are can you update me on how you are doing? It has been a while since your last post. I know in one post you wrote that the trial was going to be starting. How did things go in court?

thanks for the update.

[LaQuita]

A long time coming, but I know change is going to come. Someone told me last night to take my tradegy and turn it into something amazing, and I thought that sounds really great, but how is that done. I still can't believe that death hit my family in such in this manner. I do know that times helps to remove that lump from your chest that surfaced when I was told about the murder, however i haven't found that it heals wounds. I believe that one day I will not dwell on the tradegy as much but healing was only come through my own death. No, not suicidal but iIhave client's who tell me that 14, or 9 years after the death of their mother, they are still grieving. Just keep us in your prayer.

[laQuita]

You know the saying, time heals all wounds. I believe this is incorrect, times does bring relief,but there are somethings that are just difficult to recover from. It's been almost a year and I still go to the grave site weekly and more importantly I have a yearning to see her. The trial still haven't started and you would be amazed at what freedom and liberty monsters are afforded. I will not be able to move past this until that maggot rots in prison or is put to death.

[G. Austin]

Tippy,
I thought I had gotten thur the greiving process for my friend Ella. Sunday nite was an eye opener. I have not. UNCF honored SMOKEY- Ella's favorite entertainer. When they played "I second that emotion" I lost it. My friend was not a dancer, but I can still hear her say "watch me cut a step "when that song would play.
When they send the moster that took her life away, I hope it is in a place so far away from the one's he love and love him that it will seem as though he as passed on as well. He should not be give the chance to have visitors so that he can feel the hole he has left in the hearts of people that loved Ella, my oldest and dearest friend.
My prayer is that our hearts will heal and the light of Ella's smile will shine thur with gladness. Just as she would want it.
Love ,
Gail

[LaQuita Suggs]

My the latest post by daledo made me run to the bathroom in efforts to cover my tears. I have deeply touched to know that people have been able to do what I couldn't do. It's important to tell a love one daily that you love and care for them. Believe it or not this week seem much more difficult for me, I can't really explain why, I've just missed silly little stuff like saying "you know you should nt' eat that whole bag of cookies" Cherish every moment that you have with people you love. The trial will begin on Feb 12 as the animal keeps making these stupid allegations to delay the trial, hopefully this was his last attempt. He knows that he is guility because he asked the Judged if he is convicted can he be re-tried. It is satisfying in a sense to see him mentally anguished, but this does not compare to the tremenduous impact this ordeal has had on my family. He removed a generation from our family.....a legacy!!!!

[daledo]

LaQuita and the Suggs Family,

I have never met you or your family but my heart grieves for you and I pray that you will be lifted in your times of need. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and grief with the readers on this blog. I have been riveted by your posts and by the horrible senseless nature of this incident.

In the scope of this tragedy, I realize what I am about to say is a very small thing, but I want you to know after reading your posts I have re-dedicated myself to being closer to my own mother who lives back east. Seeing how quickly somebody who was loved by so many can be taken away has been valuable for me. I guess I had been taking her for granted. I understand tomorrow isn't promised to anybody but we all think it'll be 'somebody else' or somebody else's family.

I have called her immeduiately after reading many of your posts and told her how much I love her and how much she means to me, no matter what we have been through. I had put off having these conversations because i assumed there woud always be time later on. I was wrong.

I am so very sad for you, but know that your love for her has blossomed in part through this blog and in my family has led to positive things. I am probably not alone.

If possible, please keep us up to date on the trial and I hope you realize how many people are thinking of you. Be strong and may justice be served.

[cheryl]

gosh it is so sad to lose some one so precious to you i come here every now and then because i too am scared to read all of this hurt my 18yr old son was killed 10-2-06 3 days before his 19th birthday i know the pain allthough i have my mom with me and she is 85 i still cant imagine life without her i go to her a many days and hug her and cry and ask her why my boy momma so you hang in there and pray for you and your kids i have 6 other kids and man it tears a family up inside when you lose someone so close peace to you and yours god bless my sons killers where caught right after they murdered him and they are in the los angeles county jail waiting for trial

[LaQuita Suggs]

It seems that I may have a few more months to post my comments. The trial date is set back again, but will hopefully start in February. I was reading this stdy titled Yale study confirms validtiy of long held 5 stages of grieving and one thing that was said is that sadness is confused with yearning. That's so true because I so desperately desire to see, talk, laugh, argue and all those things with my mom again. I go to sleep hoping that I can see her face. I think that this expereinced has changed me forever, I desire to help people through their hurt and pain. No one knows what it's like to lose a mother in that manner unless it has happened to you. However, I am grateful for people who can empath with my struggle. My kids are real troopers because this is equally devastating to them, but they hold me together. I love them so much in general but for that they get kudos.

[blu]

I hope you continue to update us here. I have kept you in my prayers. I have asked for you to be strong and for the courage to see this moment through to the end. God Bless you and your moments.

[LaQuita Suggs]

I don't know if the wonderful comments by people will disappear after the new year, but I want to take an opportunity to say that I am grateful for the support that was extended to me and my family during this time. I realize that I will always be impacted by this awful event and search diligently for reprieve. The trial is impending and it seems that the criminal is becoming unglued. His family is attempting to pay for an attorney because they were told that the case is very strong against him. I wonder if I would protect a family member even if I knew that they commited a crime such as this. Anyway, I heard a song and the words ring strongly in my heart "NEVER, WOULD HAVE MADE IT, WITHOUT YOU, I WOULD HAVE LOST IT ALL... I thank GOD so much for helping my through this process. Will it ever bbe over,? Yes, the trial but not the void.

[Miriam Bailey]

LaQuita,

I just found this blog seemingly by accident, but I know it was meant for me to find it. You know that I am so sorry for your loss. I am especially, extremely sorry that we have not been in contact for a few months and I have not been there to support you through this horrific situation. Please know that you are in my thoughts always and I love you like a sister. I've read all your posts here and will look for the others that have been mentioned. I know how close you were to your mom and I cannot began to imagine the impact of her loss on you life or the kids. We all grieve in our own time and way and no one can tell you how to do that. Neither can anyone tell you how you're suppose to feel or what you're suppose to think about the person who did this awful, senseless, brutual act. I will contine to think about you and know that I AM HERE.

[LaQuita Suggs]

Wow, I guess my previous statement was a Freduian slip. I stated without the possiblity of death, but I actually met parole. However, I think that justice wuld be for him to die or spend his worhtless life in prision wondering when his last day will be. The trial will be starting in January and I look forward to putting this behind. I realize that I will be forever wounded and impacted by this senseless action. However not having to go to court and see that maggot is also going to be rewarding for me. My kids continue to struggle and yes, we all still cry at the Cemetry and then if we see someone who walks like her we look back to make sure it's not her. Although we know she is not here there is still this far fetched notion that perhaps that wasn't her that we buried. I elicit the prayers of concerned citizens during this trial and I look forward to talking about how this has impacted our family.

[LaQuita]

Well you would think that life would be easier by now. Actually it is so different. I currently think about the course of my life and man, I'm such a different person today. I miss my mother like never before. Yesterday i had a dream (probably because the trial is near) and I heard a voice within my dreams that said "focus on the peace that she has right now." I had this strong sense of peace and was overjoyed internally, but i still miss talking to her, laughing and yes, her getting on my nerves. you never think about missing someone getting on your nerves, this is just another account of how every moment and experience with loved ones should be treasured. I think in January these post my be deleted or lost, so I printed out every page from this site and Compton news. We continue to go to the cemetry every week and each week seems like months since we where out. Time has a way of mending things but not deleting them. ILOVE MY MOM FOREVER AND PRAY THAT THE MONSTER RESPONSIBLE CHARLES LEON ELMORE WILL GET LIFE WITHOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF DEATH!!!!!!!!!!!!1

[Blue]

La Quita,
My heart goes out to you every time I read one of your post. Nothing that has been on this blog has been more touching to me, including the stories written by professionals! I have no idea what I would do if faced with the same situation you find yourself in. When I even think about life without my mother it bring about thoughts that I can't currently wrap my mind around. Thank you for sharing your journey of love, devotion and courage with me. I hope you continue to post on a regular basis especially with the trial comming up. My best wishes and heart felt understanding.

[mark]

Laquita,

Come get your hug !

Mark!

[LaQuita]

You know that everytime I come to this site I feel nervous inside. Why, who knows. My life is so different and I think that it is almost 6 months ago, that this happened and I don't know where the time went, but I thank God for the rapid pace of time. I know that preparing for trial in Dec and the January is going to be difficult and overwhelming to say the least. I am praying that God prepares my heart to go through this. I love my MOM so, and to have a lost this significant will impact your thoughts and life tremendously and forever.To everyone who reads this site keep my MOM forever present in your thoughts and prayers.

[LaQuita]

Well here we are embarking upon 6 months at the end of this month. Isn't it funny how time does not skip a beat and although we don't really recognize it, but if it did we could never get to a place of healing. I am trying to learn things from this tradegy and one important thing is that we should love and forgive people who we hold dear, because afterwards when all those would of, could of and should of surfaces, it's too late to say that I forgive you and that I was just upset that you did whatever. Death can not hear you. Learning to put things behind you is hard, but holding bitterness is not really worth it. So, I am praying that I will be able to forgive what has happen and move on in the strenght and peace of God, because being angry all the time is too hard for me.

[LaQuita]

In a day it will be five months ago that my Mom was murdered by charles elmore. We are still struggling, but have a lot of wonderful memories of all the silly and just awesome times. My son is preparing to graduate and is taking senior pictures and it is just unfair that this stupid maggot would impose upon our lives in such a way. You know you expect that people will die but you never expect for the stories that you hear or read about to be related to you. Tragedy has just overwhelmed our family starting with my mother and prayerfully ending with Carl Young. I pray that we have no more tragedies for a long while. Pray that justice prevails in each of these cases and that the Lord mends our brokenhearts. Sometimes I still watch the bus at the time that she is due to get off, do I think she will get off, of course not, but it's just habitual. I will be preparing to go to court again to see that pathetic, filthy animal and wish that he would drop dead in court.

[LaQuita]

On the 17th of this month was my Mom's birthday and on the 6th was mines and one can only imagine how both of these days were unfulfilled. I did feel a sense of solace when I visited her gravesite but at the same time was placed back in awe that this really occurred. My life is beginning to take unbelieve turns that have all been positive, but it's difficult for me to label this as a good life because to not have my Mom is crazy in my head. Sometimes I sit and think about the recent course of my life and I get overwhelmed to think that she can not enjoy the good things with me, therefore I feel undeserving to have positive shifts and changes. More and more I am feeling relief internally and can truly say to others that a day will come when the burdens will lift, maybe not totally, but enough where you can grasp for breath. SO, in trying to accept this as a natural occurence, not the act in which it happened, I know that GOD will totally heal me.

[Cookie]

We all experience trials, sadness , and pain once in a while. At times, grief and depression seem so overwhelming that we feel like just giving up. But GOD knows how to help us deal with feeling of utter hopelessness and lost desire for living. At this point in my life I take a close look at the universal problem of discouragement and I'm still trying to examine the inner wounds that have afflict me and my family. We just have to remember that GOD provides reassuring measures to overcome our loss. So I'm asking GOD to heal our wounds, restore our faith, and give us genuine, lasting peace.

[Vicky]

LaQuita,

I understand. And only if your loved one was murdered would you understand. It has been almost 12 years for me. Do I forgive those that MURDERED my child? Oh hell no! That's unforgiveable! For those who want to forgive those that murdered their loved ones, I, too, can forgive those that murdered their loved ones. But don't even suggest I should forgive those MFs that murdered my child. Although forgiveness may not be a part of my life right now, I do recognize what my purpose on this earth is. And that is to help other murdered victims' families.
Vicky, Project Cry No More
projectcrynomore@aol.com

[Cookie]

Tippy just hold on to Gods unchanging hands. And everything will be alright
yes this month will be a struggle but things will work out for you.
Give your troubles to God. Tell the devil he is a liar! and he will not disturb your spirit. I'ts so strange just yesterday one of my co-worker had just ask about you and I told her about your birthday and Ella's and that's when I told
her this month will be a hard one for you. Just remember I'm only a phone call away whenever you need me no matter what time day or night.
Love you always.

[LaQuita Suggs- Daughter]

I have recently received calls and messages through other people wondering if I am the LaQuita that worked for the County of Probation. The answer is yes, unfortunately I am living through a travesty and am becoming stronger as time permits me to heal. I take greater pride in my work as a therapist and am able to feel like I'm doing something when I am able to help someone get through or at least accept that grieving and death is a normal part of life. This month will be a greater struggle because my Mom's birthday will be on the 17th and for the first time, I am not able to surprise her with something great. On the same hand my birthday is also this month and I will not get a card marked Mom 07. The little things that I didn't really take time to observe I am appreciating so much. Court is a trial especailly since the low life is now allegedly ------- and I wish that he would do me and my family a favor and strangle himslef. I know that's cruel but he did not hesitate to take my Mom's life so the fact that he is struggling does not move me one bit. I often look at the website because I actually want to see "MURDERER CHARLES ELMORE HANGS HIMSELF OR IS KILLED WHILE IN JAIL" Some may say that girl needs to learn how to forgive, but you do not know the pain and taunting thoughts that are associated with detectives coming to your home to inform you that your Mom was attacked and killed. My thoughts are lessen as time goes by and my Mom is in a better place and I have accepted that I will never see her again naturally, but I see her in my dreams and they seem so real sometimes that I have to get up and actually check to see if she is there. I have great compassion for all who have lost someone in a tragic way and I pray that the rate of homicides would cease.

[mark ward]

Laquita,
I was looking on this website assisting a co-worker whom had a probationer who was recently killed. After assisting my co-worker with her matter I continued to look at the faces and came across what I believe to be your loss. I only know one Laquita Suggs.... and I am hoping this loss does not apply to you. However, my inner voice tells me this is you.

Laquita, I never met your mother personally, but I have spoken to her on the telephone when she called the job and wanted to speak with to you. More importantly, I knew her because I know you. I know your values, your up-bringing and your outlook on life. So in essence I knew your mother through you.

Laquita, dont try to make sense of this because you can not. This is a case of a "Real Life Monster' they do exist. No, they don't have bolts coming out of their necks or red eyes with teeth that have jagged edges, but they do exist. This is an example of how they roam the earth.

I want you to know from this day forward live your life to the fullest. Share and charish those beautiful moments with those you love, because at any moment you can lose the one you love through no fault of their own.
You can be at an outdoor food market in Santa Monica picking tomatoes and someone can plow a vehicle right in your direction; or you can be walking to class and someone can have you in their sights 400 meters away with their para-military rifle as you walk to your college physics class in Virginia.

Laquita, I want you to know... I am here for you whatever you want. As you know lost my mother at an early age.
213.713.5954. Mark Ward

[LaQuita-Daughter]

Grief is so mind boggling as you can literately be at a point of acceptance and get thrown back into a stsae of disbelief. It is ridiculous to think about not seeing you again, I mean I miss you so much and it seems as if there is nothing that I can do about that. I can't believe that soemone like you would get murdered on the streets and you have never done anything to anyone. One of the hardest things that people have said in getting over this is that you lived a life contrary to this brutal fate, you were non violent and loving, how could this be possible. I feel like cursing and kicking over things, but that's not me and it certainly would not bring you back. You know I feel guilty about living and I don't know what to do.

[LaQuita]

I wish there was a remedy to ease pain, but it seems that time is the only method that full proof. However, waiting around for the pain to subside is long. Mom you know that I intend to go to court as much as possible and we continue to see you every Sunday. Today, Mrs. Young told me to tell you that she loves you and it made me want to cry because that family continues to be so supportive. Cameron asked "why did granny have to die" and I did not know what to say because I'm still wondering the same thing. I keep searching for the good that suppose to be attached to every situation, but I can't see it. Maybe you can reveal it to me. Anyway I love you and miss you. Do you remember Fred's nephew Lil Carl well he was killed last Sunday, what is it about Sunday for our families. Cameron thought that it would be good for you to know that he is there with you.

[LaQuita]

I would like to continue to thank people who take the time to read these blog and to post wonderful remarks. Thanks Ms. Terrell whoever you are, may the Lord strengthen you and bless you even now. I went to court the other day and was enraged internally when that murderer grandmother had the nerves to tell me that he did not do it. You would think that she was there or something and her rationale who too stupid to repeat. I thought what type of man who has a grandmother would take the life of someone's else grandmother. My mom did not deserve to be murdered. She is and will always be a woman of character and might. Life has dealt me so many blows that internally I am waving a white flag. I know that God is going to bring me through everything that I am experiencing. I am thankful that He has blessed me with great family and friends who continue to show up for me, when I feel that I can't show up for myself.

[MARIA TERRELL]

DEAR LAQUITA,

I AM A FORMER RESIDENT OF COMPTON CALIFORNIA, BORN AND RAISED. I JUST HAPPENED TO STUMBLE ACROSS THIS ARTICLE ABOUT YOUR PRECIOUS LOST, I KNOW IT'S VERY HARD FOR YOU MY LITTLE SISTER. YET I PRAY THE LORD GIVES YOU STRENGTH TO SEE THIS THROUGH. I SAY THIS BECAUSE I KNOW HE WILL, JUST KEEP YOUR HEAD UP. I KNOW FROM ALL YOUR COMMENTS ON THIS SITE YOU ARE A SOLDIER WITH A LOT OF FAITH IN THE LORD, YOU "'MUST" NEVER GIVE UP. I KNOW YOUR MOM IS SO PROUD OF YOU! ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT. SHE MAY BE ABSENT IN THE FLESH, BUT BELIEVE ME EVEN THOUGH SHE IS NOW WITH THE LORD IN A BETTER PLACE, HER SPIRIT WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU, I KNOW, I'M AN ADAMENT BELIEVER IN THE LORD, I TRUST HIM WITH ALL MY HEART AND SOUL. LIKE YOUR MOM I AM A MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER, MY CHILDREN ARE LIKE YOURSELF, THEY LOVE MOM, AND THE GRANDS LOVE THEIR NANA. I AM VERY ILL RIGHT NOW, AND I HAVE BEEN FOR SOME TIME NOW. I ALSO WORKED FOR THE GOVERNMENT WHERE I WAS SERIOUSLY INJURED. MY MOST FEAR HAS ALWAYS BEEN THE FACT THAT I DID NOT WANT TO BE A BURDEN ON THEM, BUT I GUESS THE LORD HAD OTHER PLANS. SWEETHEART I KNOW THIS TRAGEDY IS VERY HEAVY ON YOU AND YOUR FAMILY RIGHT NOW BUT I KNOW MOM HAS TOLD YOU THIS TIME AND AGAIN, "IT WILL NOT LAST," IT WILL BE ALL OVER IN THE MORNING, AND IF IT IS IN YOUR HEART TO RIGHT A NOVEL ABOUT YOUR BELOVED MOTHER, YOU FOLLOW YOUR HEART. I LOVE YOU LITTLE SISTER IN CHRIST, AND MY FAMILY AND MY WILL ALWAYS HAVE YOU AND YOURS IN OUR PRAYERS. I DON'T KNOW YOU PERSONALLY NOR YOU ME, BUT IF YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO,OR PRAY WITH , JUST CONTACT ME AT MY E-MAIL. STAY STRONG LITTLE SISTER, GOD HAS YOUR BACK, AND HE IS GOING TO SEE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THROUGH THIS. KEEP THE FAITH.

[COOKIE]

Preparing myself for a trip back to California after the death of my sister is very hard knowing that she want be there . I have been very restless these last couple of days . But God has assured me everything will be alright.

[Shannon Munford]

I was alarmed and shocked to hear of the news of Ms. Suggs. I am a former co-worker of Laquita Suggs. As a therapist and probation officer we pretend to understand the mind of a criminal but in fact our knowledge is limited and we are forced to rely on our faith in times of tragedy and consfusion. My prayers tonight will focus on the peace of the Suggs family and the healing of there hearts.

Shannon

[LaQuita Suggs]

So I received this blog from a lady name Christine who is obviously a little frantic. I love God and believe that he is a strong deliverer. He alone can assist me in my grief. Forgiveness is a concept that we all face and if you lose someone close to you I don't know how easy forgiveness would enter into your heart. I am not looking for this man to burn in hell but Ifeel that he will get his just reward in court and hopefully spend the rest of his days in prison. I know that God loves all souls, but the soul that sinneth shall die. So, your prayer Ms. Christine should be that he finds Christ and get his life in order before his day of death. I do understand what you are saying but with this being two months fresh I don't understand or accept your words. Thank you and please do not respond again and just pray if that what you do best.

[Christine]

LaQuita, Cookie & Family,

I sympathize with you and your family. I also pray God's grace, mercy and peace be given to you all in great measure. God loves you all dearly and cares and feels your pain. However, He also loves the person who murdered your mother, LaQuite, and your sister, Cookie. He hates the sin and actions of this person and will judge him, but I feel strongly impressed by God to ask you and your family to forgive this man and release him as God released and forgave us all through the horrible death we caused His Son, Jesus Christ, to suffer in order for our sins to be forgiven. It was no accident I came upon this site. I believe with all my heart that God wants you and your family to forgive this man and pray for him so that he can be released, not released from the consequences of his actions, but released spiritually. Forgive him, not just for his sake, but also for yours. God loves you and he wants to heal you, but bitterness holds you captive. I don't know you, but I deeply feel your pain, and my heart aches with the pain because of the lost of your mother and sister. I pray now that you be healed and delivered from your pain and hurt in the name of Jesus. Cherish the memories of your love one and hold them dear in your heart, but let go of the guilty one in your heart. He needs your prayers and mercy, for his fate awaits him. In Christ, one has a future and a hope, without Christ one has eternal damnation. Unforgiveness holds us in bondage and Christ can not forgive us if we don't forgive those who wronged us. I've struggled with this myself and had to forgive much. Again, forgive this man and let him go. To those in your family who know Christ as their Lord and Savior, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might, things will only get brighter and better for you, but to those who don't , darkness blinds them because of sin. I invite those of you who don't know Jesus as your Saviour to ask Him now to forgive you for your sins, come into your heart and save you. Ask Him to help you to forgive the person who've caused you so much pain. God bless and prosper you all spiritually, physically and financially.

Love you in Christ,

Christine

[lakesha thomas]

I don't know you but I'm sorry for your lose I losed my aunt and it still hurt me badly Im still trying to get over everything about how I losed her keep your head up and god will look out for you and your family may god bless you.

[LaQuita Suggs]

It's really unfair how a person can have so much worth and within months be counted as a memory for those left behind to grieve. Mom, you are so much more than a memory, a coroner number, or another stat. You are the best person that I have ever known and even in death I value you, respect you and love you. If it were possible for you to look down on me just know that I am making sure that people know how great and wonderful you still are. I am going to court and I will be strong as I watch that maggot come up with reasons why he took your life. I believe that you are in a better place getting the rest and reaping the rewards that we hope for with God.

[Cookie]

I wish I could question the psychopath that murdered my sister. Why did he have to murder her was that the solution to his life problems. Stupid fool
We pray that Justice Will Be Serve. He don't deserve to ever see sunlight again.

[LaQuita Suggs]

I still take time to read the comments that are posted hear and on topix.com. I feel a sense of solace to read what is written to me. Grief and loss is difficult, but I praying for a day when my heart is not so heavy. I read this website posting a little while ago and it stated that I have turned the homicide blog into a personal grief journey and I thought, what ever it takes for me to get through is what it takes. I miss my mother so much and I read about all the deaths and I can not understand why some people have to die so tragically. Yes death is a normal part of living but the cruelty of murder is just crazy. On the 29th it will be two months and I am still wishing that all of this is a mistake or a nightmare.

[Cookie]

The old saying is time heals all wounds . But this last wound that has been place on me I don't think time will help me with this one. I'm suffering from a deep stage of depression. Because of the person who did this to my sister

[Tambra Greene]

Laquita,

I happened to casually read the paper when I ran across this shocking incident. I am stunned and saddened by your loss. May God bless and keep you and your family in your time of need.

Tambra Greene

[LaQuita Suggs]

I think there is a lot of guessing about the nature of the animal that murdered my mother. I don't think we will ever be able to imagine how a low life like this decided to play God and drastically impact our lives. I don't know anything about this person, but I will say that he is an animal, a maggot, the epitome of filth and evil and should not be allowed to continue to breathe the same air as descent law abidng citizens. I try not to place much thought about this person because he is worthless and disgusting and I wonder what efforts did his parents place in attemting to rear or should I say raise (like cattle) him . What I do know and believe is that he will have his just day and I pray that it is met with a decision of death. I feel pissed off and angry often and I do understand that the primary feelings are hurt, pain, grief, loneliness and sorrow. I miss my mother so dearly.

[COOKIE]

THE HARDENED CRIMINAL NEVER LEARNED TO LEARN. REPEATEDLY THE COURTS SEEK TO TEACH THE THAT IF THEY COMMITS A CRIME AGAIN THEY WILL GO BACK TO PRISON . OKAY AND MOST OF THEM DO GO BACK AND THEN THEY ARE BACK OUT ON THE STREET AND THEN DECENT CITIZEN HAVE TO PAY. WHEN THE CRIMINAL SHOULD HAVE NOT BEEN LET BACK OUT ON THE STREETS IN THE FIRST PLACE.

[April Lindsey- Houston, TX]

LaQuita and Family,
What do you do, when you've done all you can and it seems like you can't make it through. Well you just STAND when there's nothing left to do, you just STAND and watch the Lord see you through. Yes, after you've done all you can, you just STAND.
LaQuita, I too lost my mother very unexpectedly and the pain will never leave althogether but Let God carry you through this and it will become bearable. Moms are irreplaceable but you always have her love with you, its in your heart, your mind, your thoughts and your soul. That can never be taken from you. When the seconds, minutes, hours and days are tough. Take a moment close you eyes and allow your moms love to surround you, by remembering the good times you had with her. Special moments always bring tears but let them bring a warmth to you heart that only she gave you. Remember her laughter and dancing and singing, just enjoying the life that God blessed her with and surround yourself with family and friends like the one we share in Asia. My continued prayers for strenght and peace are with you and your sons.

[Stacie Ashley-Williams]

LaQuita,
I am so very sorry for the loss of you mother. There are no words to describe the pain and hurt placed on you and your family. I have known you for almost 10 years, and you have come to be a good friend of mine. Although, I only met your mother a few times, the way you and others describe her tells me she was a beautiful person. I hope the person that brought all this pain and suffering to you and your family pays for the rest of his life; and this still won't be enough payment for what he did! I know how spiritual you are, and how the lord will continue to be with you and your family. I am here for you, I think about you and pray for you and your boys daily.

Your Friend Stacie

[LaQuita Suggs]

When I look at the picture of my mom, you can see the innocence in her eyes and I struggle to understand how this could be her fate. This all seem so surreal and the worst part for me is waking up and not remembering that she is dead. This person could not even understand the grief and the hurt that he has imposed, and knowing that he will have his just reward is not enough compensation to bring my mother back.

[Zelerie]

LaQuita

Words cannot express the sorrow that I feel about this tragic event and I cannot imagine the hurt, pain and grief you must be feeling right now. I have very fond memories of your mother, particularly when we were younger. I remember her being a very quiet woman who seemed to have always kept to herself. I used to wonder how it is that she brought up a daughter who seems to be the complete opposite of herself. I know that your mother was very proud of you and your accomplishments.

Just know that you have friends and your church family sending prayers up for you and your family. I know that this is a very difficult time, but I trust that the Lord will see you through, for this battle is not yours, its the Lord's.

[Cookie]

ACCEPTIN DEATH IS A HEALING PROCESS BUT HOW DO YOU HEAL WHEN YOUR HEART HAVE BEEN SCARED FOR LIFE ESPECIALLY WHEN SOMEONELSE STEPS IN TO PLAY GOD AND TAKE A LIFE A WAY . TIPPY I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT I LOVE YOU AND THE BOYS. KEEP YOUR HEAD UP AND STAY STRONG WE ALL ARE HURTING BUT I KNOW YOU ARE HURTING EVEN MORE BECAUSE ELLA WAS YOUR MOTHER. BUT YOU DON'T HAVE TO DEAL WITH THIS ALONE I'M HERE FOR YOU ALWAYS JUST REMEMBER THIS BATTLE IS NOT OUR IT BELONGS TO THE LORD. WHEN THE WORLD SEEM LIKE IT'S ON YOUR SHOULDER I PRAY AND YOU PRAY AND WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS. WE ALL LOVE YOU

[COOKIE]

I HAVE LOST TWO SISTERS TO DEATH IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS. ONE IN 2003 TO SUDDEN UNEXPECTED SICKNESS . AND NOW HERE I AM AGAIN 2007 ONE TO A SENSELY MURDER I HOPE THE PERSON WHO KILLED MY SISTER WILL PAY DEARLY. BECAUSE IF HE AND HIS FAMILY ONLY KNEW THE HURT HE HAVE PLACED ON ME AND MY FAMILY LIVES .

[Cookie]

I JUST DON'T HAVE THE WORDS TO EXPLAIN THE HURT I HAVE IN MY HEART RIGHT NOW. I HAVE BEEN HOME ONLY 6 DAYS AND I FEEL SO SO DOWN AND LIFELESS. I PRAY THAT GOD WILL GIVE ME STRENGTH TO MAKE IT DAY BY DAY BECAUSE ITS VERY HARD FOR ME RIGHT NOW

[Loretta Skinner]

Ella Suggs was my oldest sister. She was one the sweetest, kindest, gentle, caring persons I have ever known. She was the kind of person that I also wanted to be. There was no reason in the world for anyone to ever get anger with her and certainly no reason to ever want to harm her. In short, my sister was a earthly angel. My heart breaks every day for my sister. I miss her so, so much.

Loretta Skinner
Memphis, TN

[Asia Williamson-Martinez]

LaQuita,
I am so sorry to here of the lose of your mother. It has been thirteen years this month that our paths crossed. Though we have not been in constant contact God has kept us spiritly connected.
Your mother was a great person and she will be truely missed.
We often do not know why the cards are dealt to us as they are but I know you will keep her close to your heart and remember that you and the boys are protected by a shield.

Praying everyday for strength and guidence for you and the boys.

Love Asia and the boys

[Lynette Faciane]

The loss of Ms. Suggs is so profound it is difficult to articulate. I was not one of the priviledged to know Ms. Suggs but I met her through her daughter who is compassionate, funny, intelligent, and the most giving person I know. I am honored to have met La Quita and her mother whom I am sure fostered those amazing qualities.

May God continue to bless you and your family.

[Kelley]

LaQuita,
I just wanted to let you know again how sorry I am that you lost your mother in this tragic, horrbible way. I don't know anything about the person who did this, but if he was somone who had been arrested before for a violent crime and was back out on the streets, this is another example of how the legal system fails us. Violent criminals need to be locked up for life so that they cannot hurt innocent victims such as your mother. I hope the person who did this gets a life sentence.
Kelley

[LaQuita Suggs]

It seems that time does not skip a beat. You have to try to stay a float or you will become overwhelmed by the issues of life. I am still struggling with making it day by day but I am learning how to focus on right now instead of looking too far ahead. Grief is a terrible thing, but if you can keep living strenght is bound to emerge. I would still like to submit a biography about my Mom just to assist me with talking publicly aobut how wonderful she was.

[Nora Kelly Hardwell]

I am praying for Cameron Young a student here at West Angeles and his mother LaQuita Suggs daughter of the deceased. God will sustain you and your family during these difficult times. Continue to lean not to your own understanding, but rather lean on Jesus.

[LaQuita Suggs]

So, I went to Court today and I was able to look into the eyes of the person that murdered my Mother. I felt a great deal of rage, but I thougt why give this animal that much energy. My family is here from Tennessee and you can look in there faces and see the grief. One of the blogs from the Compton News cam from a woman who attended the Memorial Service for my Mom, she indicated that the V.A. had the flag half staff /mass in recognition of my Mother. This is a wonderful tribute to her. I invite al that read and respond to various blogs to post a comment as I intend to present the statement as an attestation of the worth, dignity and tenacity of my Mom. If I can just make it day by day I am doing good.

[LaQuita Suggs]

I went to court today and it was frustrating, I believe that justice will be served but that's not going to bring my Mom back. I would give anything to exchange the hand that I was dealt in relation to this. With life we need to roll with the punches or get smashed in the process, however in rolling we have to keep in perspective that grief is real and no one can say or do anything to erase the emptiness that is felt. However family and friends should be embrace to help throughout this process.

[LaQuita Suggs]

Well it has been a week and this does not seem to be getting better. I am trying to comfort and support my sons but I feel so heavy and empty inside. Losing your mother is the most incomprehensible thing. No words can describe the impact of my lost. I think that the tragic end is the most devastating part of it all. How could someone do that to my mom? Some people think that once the funeral services are done that it may get easier, but I think that continuing to live with a grief stricken heart is the most difficult.

[BRANNON]

La Quita,
Your mother was a beautiful woman. I worked with her for the first five years of my career. She was very helpful and sincere. I have since moved on, but would see her from time to time. We would speak and play catch up. Her presence at the outpatient clinic will be sorely missed. My prayers are with you and your family.

[LaQuita Suggs]

Do you know that this type of gief seems to get harder by the day. I am realizing that living is the hardest thing. I keep replay those events in my mind and wonder if she had any last words or if she knew that this was her last hour. I believe that this travesty will taunt our family forever. Man, if you come have known the type of person that my Mom was you to would understand. Momma You Know I Love You.

[Yvette]

I just want eveyone to know that the family of Ella Suggs is really thankful
for all the kind words people have said about her > We all will miss Ella dearly .

[Frederick Young]

I don’t know where to begin. But, I will start here. This has been devastating and exhausting. The impact on my family has been overwhelming. I am unable to provide my sons with answers to their questions about the tragic death of their grandmother. Our lives have been shattered forever. We are aware that death is a part of life, but the tragic element with this death is incomprehensible. Mrs. Suggs was and will always remembered as a sweet, loyal and loving mother, grandmother, daughter, aunt, sister, niece and friend. I ask that you all keep us in your prayers and that we may find comfort, solace and strengths in one another.

[ShelleyP, Williamstown, NJ]

I am sickened by this story. A women simply trying to live her life in goodwill and peace. My heart is heay with grief for the family and friends of Ms. Suggs. May God give you strength and loving memories to continue on your journey.

[La Quita Suggs]

My mother was the woman who was unjustly attacked and murdered on Sunday. This was the most horrific news that I have ever received. I am a Licensed Therapist and can not grab any of the tools that I use to assist others with grief. I would like to submit an article about the worth of my mom's life. If you understood how quiet and non threatening she was, you would be able to see how the brutal unprovoked attack is more than overwhelming. This is unfair to me and my two sons. I lost a mother, they lost a grand mother. Others can visit the Compton News and read about the type of person my mother was through the comments submitted.

[BRIAN SWAIN]

another sad senless death at the hands of common criminals in our country.
mrs suggs was a dedicated government employee for veterans affairs for over 25 years of service.her family and co-workers will miss her and keep heer in our prayers