Friday, July 30, 2010

The Passing of a Generation

Millie and Son, July 1962.

Early morning July 30, 2010 Man's mother passed.

Mildred Louise Gehrke Stevens, April 23, 1923 - July 30, 2010

Millie was the last living child of Friedrich (Fritz/Fred) Johann Gehrke and his wife Lilly Anna Gerth Gehrke.  May her reunion with her husband, beloved parents, siblings and extended family be joyful.



Copyright 2010, CABS for Reflections From the Fence

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21 comments:

Anne Percival Kruszka said...

Amen.

Éire Historian said...

Dear Carol and Man,
To you both, and to your family, I am truly sorry for your loss. May your happy memories of your mom and mother-in-law sustain you, and may she find eternal happiness in the arms of those who have gone before her. Jennifer

Barbara Poole said...

Very nice Carol. It's sad. Peace to her.

Grandma MG said...

So sorry for your loss.

Susan Clark said...

Oh Carol. I'm so sorry. Know that you, your lovely Man and all your family are in my prayers.

Linda McCauley said...

Carol, Such a sweet tribute. Condolences to you, Man and your family.

Terri said...

Carol, Such a beautiful picture and tribute to your mother-in-law. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.
Terri

Thomas MacEntee said...

My condolences Carol - I know this has been such a difficult journey. I will keep you and Man and family in my thoughts and prayers.

Judy said...

That is a great picture of Millie and Al. We will miss Millie. My heart aches for Al and you.

Unknown said...

So sorry for your loss...my thoughts and prayers are with you and Man during this time.

Tracy said...

My condolances to you, Man, and your family. May she rest in peace.

Joan said...

Carol, what a lovely image of the passing of a generation with a joyful reunion of those who preceded her. Deep Peace.

Linda Hughes Hiser said...

Carol and Man.....May you find consolation in the thought that many share your sorrow in the loss of your beloved mother and mother-in-law.

Dorene from Ohio said...

My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.

S. Lincecum said...

Beautiful image for a surely beautiful lady. My prayers are for you and yours.

Greta Koehl said...

Memory eternal +. My deepest condolences to Man, you, and your family and prayers for you all.

Kathy said...

Carol and Man - My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Karen said...

My deepest sympathy to you and Man at your loss. May your memories be dear and joyful, until you meet again.

FranE said...

My condolences also. Beautifully written.

Terri said...

My thoughts and prayers are with you and Man.

Michelle Goodrum said...

I am so very sorry for your family's loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.