Tiger Mauls Trainer at SF Zoo

A 350-pound Siberian tiger attacked and injured her trainer Friday at the San Francisco Zoo as at least 50 visitors looked on, zoo officials said.

[Bill Komejan]

My hopes & prayers are that Lori Komejan will make a full recovery from this most unfortunate incident. She has a great love for all animals, and know she would not have any animoisty toward this beautiful tiger.

[Margie Peragine]

As Post #1 says, I would also hope and pray that Lori makes a complete recovery. All animals, especially wild ones can be unpredictable at times, and Lori may possibly know what triggered this tiger to grab her arms. No harm should come to this animal because of this incident.

[Linda and Jeff]

Lori is a strong person and we hope and pray for a full recovery Her love for animals is shown by her work and also by capturing the beauty of all types of animals in her art. Get well soon Lori!!! You are in our thoughts and prayers constantly!!

[shirley]

Linda and Jeff wrote:

Lori is a strong person and we hope and pray for a full recovery Her love for animals is shown by her work and also by capturing the beauty of all types of animals in her art. Get well soon Lori!!! You are in our thoughts and prayers constantly!!

ditto

[Mildred Komejan]

I know Lori is extremely sorrowful for what happened because of her love for animals. She is a strong person and my thoughts and prayers are with her to make a full recovery.

[Geir]

Jeg har tenkt litt og egentlig er jeg enig i det Ahmed sier her. Jeg har hørt at denne dama misbruker barn og har intim kontakt med dyrs underliv, slikt får altid konsekvenser vet dere...

[hakim]

Since when is this a place to reflect anger........take care Lori and ignore the ignorant!!! they will have karma return to bite them in the ass!!!

[Robin]

Hello everyone on this forum and to Lori especially,

My name is Robin and I was a zoogoer who was present when the incident occurred. I have been sad about it for days. One of my greatest loves is big cats - lions are my favorite and I so admire her skill and ability to work in such an environment. Perhaps, she would remember me. I spoke to her 10 minutes or less just prior to this tragic event.

I am concerned for her and hope that she will recover. I have cried so much for her out of compassion for her pain and just the pure shock of seeing what I saw. Is she ok? Is her left arm in a healthier condition? Will she get a prosthetic?
It breaks my heart to know of the struggle she encountered. I understand she is an artist too.

While in the Lion House, I yelled at the top of my lungs for someone to help her and they came. So much can happen in so little time, though. However, she is alive and that is a blessing.

Please send her love from me.

Lori, when you wish and feel in a better place, I would love to talk to you, if that's possible.

My heart goes out to you.

Sincerely, Robin in San Francisco

[Brian Cagle]

Get well Lori. Lori was always willing to share her love and respect of all animals with children and schools, I always appreciated that.

[J Hudak]

My thoughts and prayers have been with Lori and her family ever since I read about this tragic incident. Very interested to know how she is doing and what the extent of the damage was...in any case...I hope she is doing well in her recovery!

JH

[Kristin Curtis]

Is this the same Lori Komejan that I knew in Salt Lake City? I've been trying to track you down for ages- certainly not is these circumstances, though. I hope you are recovering and doing well, and hope we can reconnect some time!

[Kristin Curtis]

Lori, So sorry to hear about this. Please get in touch when you feel better. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

[barbara melodia]

Lori-we were in the same class at AAC. I have moved to North Carolina and ,like you, reinvented myself. You are in my daily prayers and hope you are on the road to healing and reclaiming your life.

[barbara melodia]

We went to AAc, same class and grad. show. You are in my daily prayers as you recover and get whatever help you require.

[pat guyer]

Lori,
I worked with you many years ago when our children were at Trinity Presbyterian Nursery School. The photo of your daughter and my son, side by side, has been by my computer for the last twelve years or so. I always admired your beauty and spirit when we worked together, when I saw you at the zoo, and even when I've chatted with you from time to time. I wept when I heard about what happened to you. I wrote to the Chronicle because I thought it was outrageous when they revealed your name even though your family requested anonimity. I hope you find the strength amidst your family and friends to regain your joy for life, your art, and your passions.

[Kim Jolliffe]

Lori,

I haven't seen you for many many years and just found out about this incident last weekend from your brother, Bill. I have often thought about you and wondered how you were doing even though we have lost contact with each other. I have thought about you so often over the years and wondered how you were doing. I just want you to know that you have always been in my thoughts. I am praying for your recovery and I want you to know how much I love and care about you.

Your Cuz,
Kim

[Deb Andreano]

Lori,

I just heard about this unfortunate incident this weekend from 'Little' Bill (sorry - have to laugh every time I hear that phrase). Wanted to let you know that my love, thoughts, and prayers are with you and your recovery (and with K., too - hope she is doing well). I've seen some of your artwork of animals and have been reading about your work with the SF Zoo, Earthwatch, Moose Bones, etc so can see you have a great love for animals. If there is anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate. And know that my love goes out to you and yours, cuz - you are always in my heart. Deb, formerly Debbie :-)

[Human Being]

To all of you who posted that this cat should not have been euthanized after the attack on Lori, tell that now to the family of the victim this cat just killed and the two others who were mauled.

I wonder what Lori herself thinks of this tragic event.

[Concern]

How is Lori Komojan doing? Is she still working in the animal industry? A strong and gifted woman a prayer goes out to her.