Lori was a second mom to me. I will forever remember the way she would greet us with a sweet “Hello, friend!” (I’ve actually adopted this, I often greet my friends’ kids the same way and I think of Lori every time 🤍) She was so kind and patient, even during my first (and last) sleepover at the Mosolf house, in which I threw up in JJ’s bed 😅😂 As a kid I don’t think I realized how much Lori cared for me until I read the letter of recommendation she wrote for me when I applied to Pepperdine - her words meant so much to me, I still have that letter today.  Lori was so loving and encouraging; she always had a kind word to say every time we got together. I will miss our beach days together, all her funny sweet sayings, her germaphobic tendencies, and her squeamishness with certain foods haha. When I think of the kind of person I want to be to my friends’ kids, I think of Lori. As an adult I now understand the love you can feel for the kids of those you love, and I want to be that same warm safe second mom to my friends’ kids that Lori was to me. I miss you dearly Mrs. Mo - thank you for showing the love of Jesus to me. Until we meet again 🤍

Short and sweet. The thing Lori was more than anything was sweet. Just had an abundance of niceness I'd never seen or felt in a person before.   I've known Bill for 50  years now. Just a great guy. But when he met Lori, he lit up like it was the first time in his life to truly know love. The first time I met her, somewhere out in the valley at an apartment, I immediately saw she was not short of any kindness or height. The 2 of them were meant to meet in the clouds above the rest of us.  Being in their wedding was an honor I'll carry with me forever.  I'll miss not having had more time in her presense.  She was so smart, so much of what the world can use more of. Forever will she be remembered.     

Lori was one of the kindest, most compassionate people I’ve ever met.  Her sweet smile will forever be in so many people’s memories. I’m truly so very sorry for how painful this must be for you all. Her love for her two beautiful children will always be a beautiful thing I remember about her. They were always her everything and she showed it in her sweet humble way. 

All of the Smouse’s love you guys and wish we could be there to celebrate Lori’s beautiful life. 

So sorry for your loss. So sorry we didn't get to spend more time with you and Lori, Bill. I have lots of good memories, I'm sure you do too and that they will carry you forward. 

I was so very sorry to hear of the loss of Lori Mosolf.  Although we have not seen each other since I taught 5th grade to JJ, I remember her as a good help in the classroom.  God be with you all.

As soon as I met dear Lori I loved her. She became a beloved friend immediately.  We both volunteered our time to serve with the PTF at Santa Clarita Christian School for many years, bonding hearts with mutual support and prayer and an eternal friendship. Lori was a hero to me-she used her wisdom and skills to help the PTF stay generous and accountable so we could serve the faculty, administration and students well, even after her own Rachel and JJ had graduated.  She spoke tender heartedly and wisely in all she said and added so much preciousness to our team but also to my life. 

Lori’s thoughtfulness extended to so many.  I felt so loved by her, and will cherish her bday letter to me as one of the most articulate and loving communications I have ever received. When I had a car accident, the first person to bring our family dinner was loving Lori, dropping off a favorite she knew I liked-Marie Callander quishe. 

We loved sharing about our children together.  When inquiring about our youngest daughter, Lori would ask, “How is your little cherry on top?” referring to the little t-shirt she saw our 5year old year wearing at school one day, with an ice cream sundae on the front topped by a cherry.  I told Lori our 5th child was like that cherry.  She always remembered that. 

I will miss my dear friend greatly and my heart is broken. But eternal joy and reunion will mend that. 

God bless you Lori.  You lived and loved others well.  Enjoy our Jesus and be at peace knowing Jesus is taking good care of those you lived to love. 

Love Rachel Phillipps 

My sincerest condolences go out to your family. The loss of Lori is heartbreaking and we will miss her dearly. She was the kindest woman and I was lucky to have  been introduced to her. Rest in peace Lori 😇

I was so sorry to hear about Lori's passing. She was such a supportive and positive person.

I will always remember seeing Lori attending Hart High School volleyball games and sitting in her “lucky spot.”  She couldn’t sit in the bleachers, she sat in her red chair next to the exit door. She was a hoot!

I gave her a hard time when she happened to be at Cal Poly SLO for her daughter’s freshman parent’s day, and they decided to watch the women’s volleyball game versus CSUN. Our daughter happened to play on the CSUN team so we also attended the game. Lori and her family sat in the bleachers with us to watch the match. But somehow, Lori broke her ritual of sitting next to the exit door to watch the game. I think this brought bad luck to the CSUN team because they lost the match to Cal Poly.

I’m so sad for this loss. For her children and family and for us, her friends. Lori was such a beautiful, fun, happy, hilarious, intelligent and deeply intuitive and empathetic soul. She was so kind and loving when my husband died, and then again when my sister was passing from ovarian cancer and reached out to me many times. I now cherish those personal messages between us. She and I and Elina were the “tall girls” in high school and I loved being part of that elusive pack! We talked often of our tall children (mine are both 6’3”!) and other lovely things. She was special and precious and I’ll miss her dearly. ♥️

My deepest condolences to your beautiful family. Lori was truly special. What I remember most about her is that radiant smile — it felt like it was always on her face. And of course, her height was something to envy! But more than anything, she had a heart of gold. I think back to all the memories from when the kids were in school — just so much laughter and warmth. She will be deeply missed, but I find comfort knowing she’s in the hands of the Lord. May her spirit forever surround you with strength and love to carry you through this difficult time.

Sending you all  love and strength .

The Ward Family 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️