Tuesday, April 14, 2020
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Mom had a fabulous smile and a sense of innocence and kindness for everyone. These attributes helped her make fast friends. That smile of hers and her sense of adventure took her and my Dad to so many places throughout the United States. She had so much fun regardless of the destination or how many children were in tow. She wasn’t someone who needed the newest or the best of anything. She was eternally grateful for everything she had. Mom loved her life!
How incredibly strong was she? I’m not sure I know anyone stronger. Mom never complained and, because of this, we nicknamed her “the iron horse”. She never gave up and put her entire being into raising her family with fierce love, pride, acceptance, and understanding. I’m not sure she ever slept when I was a child…. of course, I gave her good reason not to. I often said I was Mom’s favorite and that I was misunderstood, but Mom understood me just fine. Family was EVERYTHING. Anyone who knows my mother, knows about the wall of frames. She has instilled the importance of family in all of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Mom, now you’ve laid down your burdens in this life, but your achievements still shine on. You will live on through the family you and Dad created. We have learned from your great love and will continue to share memories between us. You now have the opportunity to rest and see your maker’s face. I hope that you’ve entered heaven’s gates and feel God’s saving grace. Until we meet again.
With love,
Robert (and Julie)
