HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SWEET ANGEL!  / MOM (10/27/09)

Today is your birthday and you would be 38!

I wish you did not have such an early fate.

There is so much going on in my mind;

You were so young so special and kind.

I think of you each and every day;

Iwish we could celebrate in some special way.

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRIAN!  I LOVE & MISS YOU SO MUCH!

Mom

 

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SHINING DOWN ON US TODAY  / Mom 10/10/2009

We have not had great weather in the Cleveland area for quite a while; we've had rain nearly every weekend.  We had lots of rain yesterday and I've been praying that it would not rain during the golf outing at Sweetbriar.  I am certain that many others were hoping for a nice day too.  Well today was an absolutely perfect fall day.  The sky was beautiful and the sun was brightly shining.    We have had great weather every year for your outing and somehow I knew that today would be another nice one.

I don't know what the temperature got to..maybe low 60's.. but it was a great day to be outdoors and golf.  I love fall weather (like today) and I wore a t-s hirt. It was chilly in the shaded areas and it was breezy when you put the pedal to the golf carts on the course!

The turn-out was not large so we had an opportunity to talk to people and enjoy each other.  Lunch was served on the back patio of Sweetbriar's clubhouse.  I brought some food (macaroni salad layered vegetable salad bean casserole veggies & dip nachos and taco dip and cookies and zucchini bars) to go along with the hot dogs and beer.  I was a bit upset since I did not have my camera with me to take some candid shots of practice and lunch.

I hope the guests enjoyed the clam bake prepared by Sweetbriar.  The chowder was awesome but the kids (Jordyn Luke & Andrew) were not too happy with the menu.  The kids had a great time selecting the winning tickets and calling the names of the winners.  No microphone was needed!

Congratulations to the Winning Foursome from West Shore Primary Care:  Dr. Michael Dobrovich and his son Ben; Dr. Michael Adornetto and Dr. Pete Gotsis.  They were awarded an 18-hold round of golf (compliments of Sweetbriar) along with a dozen golf balls and a $20 gift card from Dick's Sports.

Bob Mancuso had the longest drive; Joe Tiuros Sr. had the closest to pin; Dr. Dobrovich had the longest putt.  They each won a $25 gift card.

Thanks to Dr. Adornetto for his "winning bids" on the signed Cleveland Browns items:  Authentic game shirt signed by Jamal Lewis #31 and NFL football signed by Wembley.  He must be a true Browns fan.  (Thanks also to Rob Patterson of General Motors for obtaining these items for us.)

The 50/50 raffle brought in over $250.  Jordyn selected and called the winner's name:  Joe Turos Jr.  Joe was so excited that he won.  He did not accept his winning share and generously donated it back to your memorial fund.  What a friend!

I would like to extend a thanks to everyone who helped in any way to make the event succesful.  Thanks to the golfers who participated and to everyone who purchased tickets for the raffles or made generous contributions to your memorial fund (Mimi Dad & me Uncle Bob Aunt Glor and Aunt Lou).  Thanks to my friend Tanja Johnson Brown for donating the programs and for her time and creativity.  Thanks to Veronica Valega for helping me at the registration table and with the luncheon setup and cleanup.  Thanks to Sandee Holod Tiller for obtaining the Indians tickets which were awarded to early-bird registrants:  Charlie Payne and Marty Hess both won a pair of tickets.  Thanks to Jordyn for her help and to bringing smiles to so many.

Thank you for making this a successful event.

 

 

 

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BRIAN HOLOD MEMORIAL GOLF OUTING - SAT, 10/10/09  / MOM (9/10/2009)

Coming Event:  Brian Holod Memorial Golf Outing


Please join us on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, at SWEETBRIAR GOLF CLUB for the 4TH ANNUAL BRIAN HOLOD MEMORIAL GOLF OUTING to benefit St. John West Shore Hospital/Graduate Medical Education Department.

The purpose of the golf outing is to remember Brian, who served a 14-year tenure at St. John West Shore Hospital in dietary, dialysis, as an OU-COM student and graduate, and as a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine before his untimely passing on Januariy 1, 2006. This event is the primary source of contribution to "THE BRIAN HOLOD MEMORIAL FUND" to benefit the hospital's Graduate Medical Education program which integrates medical students into their professional lives.

We hope to reunite Brian's friends, fellow students and colleagues with other golf enthusiasts for a day of relaxation and fun at the "SWEETBRIAR 18" COURSE located at 750 Jaycox Road, Avon Lake OH. This course winds through large trees and many creekbeds. It is a shorter 18 than the newer "Legacy 18" and the course is great for moderate to beginner golfers to work on their games. The back tees offer a great challenge to golfers of all levels.

The event is a 4-person scramble and will have a split-tee or shotgun start (depending on number of participants) at 1:00 p.m. Registration and practice will start at noon. Featured events will include: Prizes and Awards, Closest to the Pin Contest, Longest Drive Contest, 50/50 Raffle. Soft spikes are mandatory on the course and proper attire is required (no jeans cut-offs or tank tops).

The registration fee of $95.00 per person includes lunch, 18 holes at the "Sweetbriar 18", golf cart and catered clam bake. The clam bake includes 12 top neck claims, clam chowder and clam bouillon, 1/2 chicken, sweet and white potatoes, corn on the cob, rolls and butter, coffee and dessert. Cost of dinner only is $35.00 per person. If you require a menu other than the clam bake please let us know.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION OF $85.00 PER PERSON OR $340.00 PER FOURSOME WILL BE AVAILABLE THROUGH SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 19 2009. Payments for registration may be made by credit card or check payable to "Brian Holod Memorial Fund" and sent to: Joyce Holod, 34450 Fortune Court ,N. Ridgeville OH 44039. Please contact the Holod Family at: ljh529@aol.com or call (440) 748-3528 if you have any questions.

We hope you will be able to join us for this event! Thank you for your consideration and support.

Date: October 10 2009
Times: 1:00 pm
Facility: Sweetbriar Golf Club 

Fees: Individual Golfer:
$95.00
Early Bird Registration - before September 19 2009:
$85.00

Foursomes:
$380.00
Early Bird Registration - before September 19 2009:
$340.00

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FACEBOOK NOTE FROM CLASSMATE - 9/7/09  / Chris Sliva (Class of 1989 )

I was just looking through the class of 89 reunion photos I am so sorry to hear about Brian I had no idea at all. I remember in 96 I was working for Chemlawn and sprayed his lawn I believe over off Root Rd and I talked to him outside I believe be ...was working for UPS at the time. I've been in the Military for the past 11 years and haven't kept up on the hometown news lately. Sorry for your loss I will say a prayer. Take care and be safe

Chris

September 7 at 9:22pm · Comment ·  View Feedback

Comment fromSandee Holod Tiller:  Januari will make 4 years and I still can't believe it. Difference between now and then is that I've had time to learn to live with how much it hurts. Still try to do at least one thing every day that I think would make him smile. Thanks for your kinds words and prayers - we still need them.
September 7 at 10:41pm

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WATCHING OVER LULU  / Mom (August 7, 2009)

Lulu needed her nails trimmed very badly and also needed bathed so I made an appointment with a pet groomer.  Of course Lulu was very happy to go for a ride in the car.  She arrived at Barking Barbers and sniffed the grounds.  I took her to the sidewalk to the entrance of the building and she would not enter.  She stood like a statue and I could not budge or pull her.  In fact she backed out of her collar and walked back to the car.  I tightened her collar and tried again.  She was quite stubborn at the entrance and would not enter even with a treat being offered to her.  She definitely was nervous about being there with other animals and new scents.  One of the girls suggested we try the side entrance which was a wooden ramp and we got her inside.  Lulu was shaking so I offered to stay for her beauty treatment but was not allowed to do so.  I felt so badly leaving her there that I cried upon my return to the car.  I felt like a mother leaving her child for the first day of school.

I was happy to get a phone call from the groomer that Lulu was finished.  It was earlier than the time they originally told me to pick her up, and they were able to bathe her, trim her nails, etc.  They said Lulu was good but that she did not like the blow dryer.

When Lulu was brought into the reception room, she was wearing a shimmering bandana with a STAR pattern.  I knew right then and there that YOU WERE WITH HER, WATCHING OVER HER, AND ASSURING HER THAT EVERYTHING WAS O.K.  Thanks, Brian, "my shining star", for giving Lulu your calming watch during her grooming.  It made me emotional, but I will treasure the memory.

I love and miss you, Brian.  So does your girl, LULU!

Mom

 

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BRIAN HOLOD, D.O. "PATIENCE WITH PATIENTS" AWARD  / Joyce Holod (JUNE, 2009 )

The St John West Shore Hospital Graduation Dinner for Interns and Residents was held on June ., 2009 at Lakewood Country Club.  I had the privilege of presenting the Brian Holod D.O. "Patience with Patients" Award.

The 2008-2009 recipient of the Brian Holod D.O. "Patience with Patients" award is David McConoughey D.O.

Dr. McConoughey is a PGY2 Emergency Medicine Resident who graduated from the Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2007. He embodies the spirit of this award as he genuinely cares about the patients that he treats and not only them but all those that he works with including techs nurses and other attendings.

Just recently a nurse commented that she overheard Dave in a patient's room in the CCU. His interaction with the patient sent chills up and down the nurse's spine as she heard him care for and interact with the patient. Dr. McConoughey listens carefully and shows empathy towards those he cares for. He is certainly an example to all in regards to compassionate care and earning the respect and trust of his patients. Dr. McConoughey will be a PGY3 resident in SJWSH's Emergency Medicine Program beginning in July.

I can personally attest to Dr. McConoughey's compassionate care since he was the E.R. physician who treated me for the injuries to my mouth when I tripped on my front porch in November.  Dr. Conoughey showed much concern for my well-being that night.

Dr. McConoughey was presented with a plaque and a check for $300.00 from the Brian Holod Memorial Fund. 

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HAPPY HEAVENLY ANNIVERSARY BRIAN  / Carol Angel Michal's Mom

May the good Lord be with you and hold you very close to him on your Precious Angel Brian's heavenly anniversary.I am praying for you and your family. Praying the day goes peacefully for you and you receive many signs from your angel. A candle will burn in memory of your angel. I also lost a son Michael and his birthday is also Oct. 27, 1963.God Bless you.
Love & Hugs
Carol
www.muangelsonmichael.com

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Thinking of you Brian n all who love n miss you  / Kate Porter Christopher's Mum
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TO MY BRIAN  / MOM (JANUARY 1, 2009)

To My Dear Brian,

My special son, this is a very emotional time

As I sit and put some thoughts into a simple rhyme.

This is the new year's first day;

I wish it did not start in this way.

Three years have now come to pass;

We remember you and pray at St. Peter's mass.

It's sad you left us at the age of thirty-four;

How I wish I could see you some more!

You were remembered in our New Year's toast;

We don't know why we miss you the most.

You were always such a special, loving son;

You made the times shared with you so much fun!

You did so much to make your parents proud;

As a child you were so quiet and never loud.

You loved others and knew how to be a special friend;

We know you cared about each one to your life's end.

We remember you and your big, beautiful smile;

You were always willing to help and would go the extra mile.

You worked so hard and had so much to give;

You gave to some God's gift to continue to live.

For you being gone, we don't know the reason,

But it sure is difficult to celebrate the season.

It's a special joy to hear a child that sings;

Our dear Brian, we miss you now that you have angel wings!

You will always be "Our Shining Star";

May you always be at peace in Heaven afar.

...May the Lord Bless and Keep You!

With Love,

Mom

 

 

 

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MY MOM IS A SURVIVOR  / MOM (DEC. 25, 2008)

MY MOM IS A SURVIVOR 

My Mom is a survivor, or so I've heard it said.
But I hear her crying at night when all others are in bed.
I watch her lay awake at night and go to hold her hand.
She doesn't know I'm with her to help her understand.

But like the sands on the beach that never wash away...
I watch over my surviving mom, who thinks of me each day.
She wears a smile for others...a smile of disguise.
But through Heaven's door I see tears flowing from her eyes.

My mom tries to cope with death to keep my memory alive.
But anyone who knows her knows it is her way to survive.
As I watch over my surviving mom...through Heaven's open door.
I try to tell her that angels protect me forever more.

I know that doesn't help her or ease the burden she bears.
So if you get a chance, go visit her...And show her that you care.
For no matter what she says...no matter what she feels.
My surviving mom has a broken heart that time won't ever heal~!


(Thank you to Dessa for sending me this poem.  I just opened it today, and it is very special.   ......  Joyce)

Thank you also to my daughter, Sandee, and her family for the beautiful Christmas ornament presented to me on Christmas Eve.  It has a photo of Brian wearing a Penn State cap and has a lovely verse on it.  I will treasure the ornament always!  Love, Mom

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EXCERPT FROM GME NEWSLETTER OF NOV. 26, 2008  / MOM (12/12/08)
SJWS Medical Education Weekly Update

November 26, 2008

Happy Thanksgiving!



During this week of Thanksgiving….Medical Education would like to convey our sincere thanks to…

Our many attending preceptors for their commitment to teaching our students and residents,

To the family of Dr. Brian Holod for their continued contributions to our medical education program (most recently the new laptop for Didactics),

To the WestShore Osteopathic Foundation for their continued fundraising activities to benefit our program,

To the hospital administration for our new office furniture and file room!

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Happy Birthday, Brian. You rock.  / Kristin Hoops (Co-Worker & Friend )

First thing's first - one day at work, my friend Jackie and I heard someone singing a song from the Wiggles. We looked at one another kind of confused, and there around the corner was Brian, all 6'2" of him, bopping around all by himself singing. Of course, we laughed right out loud at him, as he sheepishly explained he had a young neice who liked the Wiggles...but whatever, dude - you were totally into singing the Wiggles. It was super cute and we still talk about it.

And, this is the story Joyce wanted me to share...shortly before he died, when I worked in CCU, we had a patient who arrested (no breathing, no heartbeat) on the unit. I don't know what the reason was, but we couldn't seem to get any help. The house doctor was present but she was sitting at the desk writing in a chart (she was later fired). All of the nurses were trying to get ahold of the situation and it was quickly falling apart and everyone was starting to panic. Then Brian, who was on his way out the door, kind of swooped in and took control of the situation, quickly intubated the patient and we got him back within seconds. He later made a full recovery.

I talked to Brian about this situation the next day and told him how grateful I was that he had come in. We made fun of the lazy house doctor, who I mentioned was later fired, and he just kind of acted like the situation was no big deal. To everyone else, it WAS a big deal. We knew that man would have certainly died within minutes if Brian hadn't been there.

Brian was a good doctor and a caring person. He would have had a great career at SJWS. I recently heard a quote that made me think of all this. "Forgiveness is accepting the fact that you can never have a better past." Losing Brian was awful, but knowing he did this heroic thing days before he died somehow brought me a little consolation. I'm just sorry I never said anything about it until now.

Happy Birthday, Brian. You rock.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY #37 - TO MY BRIAN UP IN HEAVEN!  / WITH LOVE ON YOUR BIRTHDAY, MOM (10/27/2008)

My precious son, as you look down from Heaven,
Today is the day you are thirty-seven!

"Happy Birthday" on your very special day;
How I wish you had more time to stay!

Yes, I’m grateful that we had you for a while,
But, oh, how I miss your precious smile.

For you in my life, I am ever so glad;
I’m thankful for all the special times we had.

My heart is still hurting, and I feel pain;
My tears still flow, just like a gentle rain.

I look up to our Father, and I continue to pray.
“Thank you, God, for sending Brian my way.”

Lord, please give my special angel my love.
And keep him in Your care in Heaven above.

With all my love,

Mom

P.S.  Hapy Birthday, my sweet angel!  We love and miss you so very much, Brian! 

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3RD ANNUAL BRIAN HOLOD MEMORIAL GOLF OUTING  / MOM (9/27/08)

2008 MEMORIAL GOLF OUTING AT SWEETBRIAR

The 3rd Annual Brian Holod Memorial Golf Outing was held at Sweetbriar Golf Club in Avon Lake on Friday, September 26, 2008. It was awesome! Participants in the scramble enjoyed playing at Sweetbriar's beautiful new "Legacy 18" course. We were blessed with a beautiful, warm, breezy fall day to enjoy each other's company. It was so nice to see many of Brian's friends and fellow doctors at the outing and to listen to some of their special times shared with Brian.

Thank you to everyone who supported this event in any way. To the individuals who participated in the scramble and those who joined us for dinner, we are so glad you were able to join us. I believe we had someone very special looking down on us at the event! I know that one of Heaven's Angel's had a big, beautiful smile as our little Jordyn sang a special song entitled "I Miss You" for her Uncle Brian.

WINNING FOURSOME included Brian's friends: Jamie Murphy, Donnie Galvin and Ryan Reynolds along with David McConoughey, D.O. from St. John West Shore Hospital.  Prize for each team member was: Gift certificate for 18-holes at Legacy 18 (donated by Sweetbriar Golf Club), box of 12 Titleist golf balls & $20 cash.  This foursome declined the cash and requested that the money be donated to The Brian Holod Memorial Fund.  Thank you, guys, for your generosity and support!

CONTEST HOLES:  The winners of the contest holes included:

Andrew Filiatraut, DO, Garrett Helber, DO & Donnie Galvin.

WINNER OF THE RAFFLE FOR A 42" PLASMA HD TV was ELAINE, an employee of St. John West Shore Hospital.  Congratulations, Elaine!

WINNER OF 50/50 RAFFLE was for a ticket sold at SJWSH.  Since $486 was collected, winner received $243 cash.

Thank you to our SPONSORS:

GOLD: Dick Bigelow Chevrolet & St. John West Shore/Graduate Medical Education

SILVER: Josh Bryan, D.O., Family of Brian Holod, Zarzour Chevrolet

BRONZE: Halleen Chevrolet, Jim Stewart/R.L. Price Insurance, David L. Tolentino, D.O./West Shore Primary Care, & Brian's Dad.

Thank you to everyone who supported our event by purchasing our various raffle tickets for 50/50, Pick-A-Prize, Silent Auction & TV Raffle.  Thanks to DINO STRAMER, our MC for the evening, who did a terrific job!

Thank you to businesses and individuals who donated items for the event/raffles. A special thanks to General Motors/Cleveland Zone and Sandee Holod/Kids Party Entertainment by Angel Bug for their very generous donations of items for the raffles and door prizes. We appreciate your generosity!

A special thanks to the following people who made DONATIONS to The Brian Holod Memorial Fund: Betty "Mimi " Lesh - $500, Uncle Frank Johnston - $500, Mark Sims/Sims Chevrolet - $300, Uncle Jim & Aunt Marlene Johnston - $100, Aunt Grace & Uncle Tom Sedlak - $75.00, Penny & Scott Evans - $40, Bob, Laura & Brandon Mancuso - $40, Mike & Julie Cavalier - $30, John Meech - $25.00, "In Memory of" Barry W. Schlentner (Brian's Godfather) - $25, Anonymous SJWS Donor - $5.

We are very appreciative of your support for our golf event. We will continue to provide financial support to St. John West Shore Hospital's Graduate Medical Education Program. Our heartfelt thanks to all!

"The Family of Brian Holod, D.O."

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SPECIAL SONG FOR UNCLE BRIAN (AT GOLF OUTING)  / GRAMMIE (FOR JORDYN) 9/27/08

September 27, 2008

Jordyn wanted to do something special for her Uncle Brian at the Memorial Golf Outing at Sweetbriar yesterday.  She composed a special song for Uncle Brian several months ago and performed it at dinner for the guests at Sweetbriar.

Jordyn did a wonderful job, and I am so very proud of her.  I know that Brian would be extremely proud of her, too.  I'm sure Jordyn's special songs brought a big smile to her Uncle Brian's face!  Please remember, Jordyn, that Uncle Brian loved you very much!

"I Miss You" by Jordyn Holod (For Uncle Brian)

I miss you, dah, dah, dah.

How come you had to go?

I miss you, dah, dah, dah.

I hear you everywhere I go.

How come you had to go?

I miss you....so really much.

I would do anything for you.

I miss you!

 

 

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SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT  / MOM (07-25-08)

I received this verse recently, and it is something to think about!

Life is too short to wake up with regrets.
Love the people who treat you right.
Forget about the ones who don't.
Believe everything happens for a reason.
If you get a second chance, grab it with both hands.
If it changes your life, let it.
Nobody said life would be easy.
They just promised it would be worth it.

Yesterday was a difficult day for our family!  We discussed how much Brian is missed and how our lives have changed in so many ways. 

I, personally, was quite emotional during the day as I talked to a few of Brian's friends and colleagues to inform them of the upcoming memorial golf outing at Sweetbriar on 9/26/08.  I talked to Pete Fera, Mike Kerr, Dr. Tony Montanaro, Jason Murphy, Dr. Spencer Johnson, Joe Turos and Larry Wohleber.  It is apparent that Brian had s special relationship with these people.

To my special granddaughter Jordyn:  I'm so sorry that your evening was filled with tears.  You've experienced a lot during your 7 years.  Nothing will bring Uncle Brian back to us, but we can still love him with our hearts and memories.  I know family is very special to you, and hopefully you will get the phone calls you are waiting for.

To anyone visiting this site:  Thanks for taking the time to think of Brian.

 

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"PRECIOUS CHILD" LYRICS  / MOM (6/24/08)

"Precious Child" is such a beautiful, emotional song.  I heard it for the first time today, and it brought me to tears.  The words obviously come from the writer's heart.   The lyrics tell a story that is true to me and to so many others whose precious children left too soon but remain forever in our hearts.

"PRECIOUS CHILD"

In my dreams you are alive and well
Precious child, precious child.
In my mind I see you clear as a bell,
Precious child, precious child.

In my soul there is a hole
That can never be filled,
But in my heart there is hope
Because you are with me still.

In my heart you live on,
always there, never gone,
Precious child, you left too soon.
Though it may be true that we're apart,
You will live forever in my heart.

In my plans I was the first to leave,
Precious child, precious child.
But in this world I was left here to grieve,
Precious child, precious child.

In my soul there is a hole
That can never be filled,
But in my heart there is hope
And you are with me still.

God knows I want to hold you,
See you, touch you,
And maybe there's a heaven
And some day I will again.
Please know you're not forgotten until then.

In my heart you live on,
always there, never gone,
Precious child, you left too soon.
Though it may be true that we're apart,
You will live forever.....in my heart.

by Karen Taylor Good

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TRIBUTE TO BARRY (BRIAN'S GODFATHER)  / MOM (5/21/08)

Grief is difficult to bear.  I received a phone call earlier this evening from my friend, Mary Lou. I sensed something was very wrong by the tone of her voice.  I knew, without hearing the actual words, that Barry W. Schlentner had died.

I met Barry many years ago at the Chateau Roller Rink in Kennedy Township (located in outskirts of Pittsburgh, Pa.).  We became good friends and had a lot of fun times together.  Our group of friends had so much fun skating & going to Eat n Park afterwards.  We had fun at each other's homes, playing pool & games & listening to music. We would go to the drive-in theaters in the summer and stay out half of the night (and my parents did not like those late hours).

When my husband (Dave) and I were blessed with the birth of our first son, Brian, we asked our friends, Mary Lou and Barry, to be his godparents.  Since our family moved out of the Pittsburgh area in 1976, we did not see Barry very often but always kept in touch with each other, even when Barry & Tom moved to Arizona in the fall of 2005.

Barry was very touched when Brian died on 1/1/06.  Barry was proud of Brian, and he loved Brian's warmth and special smile.  They now are united with each other and to many people who were special to them.  May they enjoy eternal peace.

My sincere condolences to Barry's family and friends.  May God Bless and comfort you.  You are facing a tremendous loss, and I share in your grief.  Barry was a loyal and wonderful friend for so many years, and I, too, will miss him.  Barry always remembered special dates, and I just received a birthday card from him on Monday.  He thanked me for our friendship, but it has been my privilege to be his friend.

Barry had such a sense of humor, and I will always remember how he made us laugh.  I know his life was recently saddened by the loss of his special friend, Tom Stevens.  Wish I could have once again heard Barry's laughter instead of the emotion he was feeling.  Be happy and fly free, Barry. 

Love,

Joyce

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MOTHER'S DAY MESSAGE FOR MY SPECIAL MOM  / MOM (5/11/08)

Brian,

I'm sure you're spreading your love today to Gram and Renee on Mother's Day.  Please give them an extra angel hug from me!  It's been 3 years since we were at Gram's funeral on Mother's Day weekend.  Please know that although you, Gram, Renee, and other family & friends are now with God, you are all still loved and missed so much!  Although you are "out of sight", you are not "out of mind"!

This verse from an American Greeting card is for Gram as a Mother's Day tribute:

How many cares does a mother's heart know?

How many joys does a mother bestow?

How many heartwarming things has she said?

How many tears has she secretly shed?

How many smiles has she given away?

How many kindnesses, day after day?

How many prayers has she prayed for another?

Nobody knows--except for a mother!

Please thank Gram for everything!  She was so loving & giving to everyone and never wanted anything for herself.  She thought of Gloria, Lee & me first.  And we all know how special her 5 grandchildren were to her; I know she's with you and Renee and watching down over the rest of us. 

Love & peace always.  Miss all of you so much.

Mom

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Gotta love that smile!!  / Jen (Beeble) Morrison (Old Friend )
I just heard the news today (4/28/08) that you passed on...but I know that you are looking down on us with that amazing, goofy smile, making sure we are all OK...I know it has been YEARS since we have seen each other, but I have awesome memories of you and the gang :  ) p.s. You can sleep on my couch whenever you need to!!!  XOXO Close