To Larry's family: I am so terribly sorry for your tragic, awful loss. What astounds me is that so much of the commentary I've seen around the web calls for "tolerance". It was pointed out to me a couple of years ago that "tolerance" is nowhere near enough, because to tolerate something means that you are willing to overlook something you feel is wrong. And Larry's choice was NOT wrong. The necessary word, and frame of mind, is "acceptance". And until we get to that, I fear more tragedies such as this will occur. Love and condolences and a better future to all of Larry's family and friends.

What a lovely precious boy.
He will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.
So sorry for your loss
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I am so very sorry for you loss. I can't imagine your pain. I am a new mother and having a child is wonderful but losing a child is horrible. I am so sorry for you loss may you find comfortable and support from your family and friends. Please know millions of people around the are praying for you and your family and may your precious child rest in peace!

I just found out about this tragedy today on the Ellen DeGeneres Show and I cried when I learned of this horrible event. God loves you Larry! And I know you are in a better place! And to the family my sincerest condolences. People around the world are embracing your son's life! I only hope that my prayers can be of comfort to your family.

I am saddened to hear of this unbeleivable hate crime of middle school students. Being 40 years old now and gay, I wish I was as courageous as Larry...to know who I was at that age and had the strength to be out and open. Unfortunately, we still have kids and adults that would rather kill than just to accept us. I can guarantee you that he has not died in vein.
God Bless All Of You!

My heart goes out to the friends and family of Larry and they are in my prayers. I weep for the intolerance that exists in this world and I hope the senselessness can stop, one person at a time.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless You.

My condolences go out to your family and friends who are enduring this difficult time. God Bless.

My nine year old son and I watched Ellen DeGeneres tell Larry's story on her show. It was a very good time for us to discuss how "different" doesn't mean bad...

Larry,
You are loved by many and missed by even more. I am sorry that you were not safe in your school or your community. We live in a country filled with hate and you are proof of that result. You are now free from the fight, but others, like me, will continue the battle for safe communities, safe schools so people like you and I can know what living is peace is like. Now you are in the arms of angels.
YOUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF YOUR GLBT FAMILY MISS YOU.