Condolence: I can't believe that you have been gone for one year. I know, that you are happy and at peace now, but I love and miss you very much. -Kathleen

Condolence: Awmom, You will always be the Wind Beneath my Wings, Thank You! Thank You! Thank God for You, the Wind Beneath my Wings! Missing you on your 1st Anniversary and always! Love, Marianne

Condolence: Hi Mom, "HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY" to the prettiest Mom in heaven. Are you making all the Moms in heaven wear a white or pink carnation today???? I love and miss you very much!!!!

Condolence: "HAPPY EASTER", Mom... How many Easter plates did you make up in Heaven????? I love and miss you very much!!!!!

Condolence: Hi Mom, Happy Palm Sunday!!!!! Are you making Palm crossess up in Heaven for everyone????? I love and miss you very much, Kathleen

Condolence: Happy Birthday Awmom, Today we celebrate your life,, we miss and love you everyday...

Condolence: Hi Mom, "HAPPY 95th BIRTHDAY"!!!!!!!! I bet you are having a "BIG" party up in heaven with Uncle Lawerence and the rest of them. Enjoy your birthday. I love and miss you very much!!!!!!

Condolence: Awmom - As I celebrated my birthday without you for the first time - I know in my heart that you were with me throughout the day as you were throughout my life. I felt your love and birthday wishes coming down from Heaven > thank you! Now on Saturday we will celebrate your birthday without you and for sure it will be a hard day for all of us. Wishing you a Happy 1st Birthday in Heaven. Missing you. Love Always, Marianne

Condolence: Hi Mom, Is it snowing in Heaven????? I love and miss you!!!!!!!

Condolence: Thank you for watching over me and my family. You were truly missed on Christmas and as the new year comes around, I know you will be dancing the Mummer Strut with all our family and friends who have joined you. When I think of you dancing with Uncle Lawrence, Russell, Aunt Mary , I smile , then I sigh , then I cry . In my thoughts and heart forever.

Condolence: Hi Mom, "HAPPY NEW YEAR"!!!!!!! I bet, you are doing the "MUMMER STRUT" with Uncle Lawrence!!!!!!! I love and miss you very much.

Condolence: "MERRY CHRISTMAS" to the prettiest angel in heaven.---MY MOM!!!!! I love and miss you very much.

Condolence: Dear Mom, "HAPPY THANKSGIVING" I am very thankful that you were in my life for 72 years!!!!!! I love and miss you very much, Kathleen

Condolence: My heart is still breaking, as I feel a BIG part of me is missing. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Look down on me, Awmom protect and guild our family and me. Every time I see my grandchildren smile, I think of you. You are missed everyday.

Condolence: On All Souls Day - to my faithful departed - AWMOM. Forever in my heart, in my mind, and in my prayers. With much love and dearly missed. Love Always, Marianne

Condolence: Dear Mom, I bet you have your Halloween costume already for Halloween. I know, it will be a good one!!!! "HAPPY HALLOWEEN" I love and miss you very much. Kathleen

Condolence: happy halloween mom, one of your favorite holidays

Condolence: A little tribute true and tender, just to show that we remember. Time may pass and fade away, but memories of you will always stay ! Missing you dearly each and every day. Love, Marianne

Condolence: What can I say about my beautiful Awmom that was not already said. She was the best Grandmother anyone could ask for. Throughout my life she was always an inspiration to me from teaching me to cook, clean and of course shop, to most importantly in the last 12 years teaching me how to be a wonderful grandmother to my 8 grandchildren like she was to me throughout my life. She was not only my Grandmother, but my mentor, advisor and even a friend to me - her unspoken love was always shown to me and my children every time we visited her. I have a special place in my heart that Awmom will always remain and I take comfort in knowing that she is watching over me and my children and grandchildren as I try and go on with my life. I know she left me with high standards and expectations, that I have to live up to in order to even come close to being the Great and Wonderful Grandmother that she was to me but I will promise to do my best. Some people say it gets easier as the days go on but for me I find it harder knowing I no longer will be seeing nor talking to her - so for now I will take comfort in the little things that are around me that remind me of Awmom each day. You will always have a special place in my heart. Awmom you are missed dearly. My love always & forever until we meet again * Marianne

Condolence: MOM, how beautiful you looked when you went to see God. The gown you wore, the flowers, the video, pictures and the special escort you had, made you look like a Queen, which you were. Rose and Rick made sure you went first class! Rest in Peace. Miss you.

Condolence: Awmom, I will always remember you as a beautiful, king, gracious lady. I will never forget your laugh..

Condolence: I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Awmom from when I was in high school. Such a nice lady. I hope all the great memories get you thru this painful time.

Condolence: She was always Mom Mom Winky to me. Even with so many grandchildren, she always made me feel special. Mom Mom never missed a birthday, graduation, bridal shower, wedding, baby shower or family party. I will always remember going to Mom Mom's house every Easter Sunday and looking for our plate of Easter candy on her dining room table. It took awhile because she made one for everyone:) I can still see her waving goodbye from her front window as we drove away after every visit. We would wave out the windows of my dad's car until we couldn't see her anymore. I only wish my boys had been able to spend more time with Mom Mom. I will make sure they know how truly lucky they were to have her as a great grandmother. Thank you to Aunt Rose & Uncle Rick for taking such good care of Mom Mom for so long. I still plan on making your house my first stop whenever I come home. I'm thinking of and missing all of my family today. As Mom Mom always signed her cards.....XOXO.

Condolence: I wish to express my deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. I remember the many times we would take the trolley to visit Aunt Mamie and all the cousins to spend the day. They were fun filled and carefree times for all..

Condolence: "What Someone Means to Me" FAMILY COMES 1ST What does Awmom mean to me, she was a women who showed and practiced what every family should be, "Family 1st." She arried herself though out her years, that no matter how things seemed to be, that she always put her "Family 1st." She was always there when anyone of us needed her, whether it was her brother, her son's, daughter's, her sister-in-laws or her brother-in-laws as well as all of her grandchildren, she was always there for each and everyone of us because she always out the "Family 1st." For all her grandkids, this includes ALL generations, that as you go though this tough time, remember what your grandmother as strive for her entire life, that things will be tough, you will have your ups and downs, and that god willing, if you follow HER FOOTSTEPS you will be stronger than ever at the end, and that "Family Does Comes 1st." So as we sit here an celebrate her life,(Mom, Lilly, Awmom, MAMIE, Mom-Mom Winky, Grandmom or Nanny, is that SHE would want ALL of us to remember, the greatest gift that you could give her right now is to remember, FAMILY DOES COME FIRST." "REST IN PEACE, AWMOM, I LOVE YOU DEARLY

Condolence: I feel very blessed to have a had a close relationship with my great grandmother for the past 24 years. I realize that many people are not given that opportunity. Looking back on the special events in my life I can still see her smiling face. I am left with many so many memories of the good times we had together at her house and out shopping at the mall. She has touched our family in so many ways and I know she will be watching over every one of us. I love you very much Mamie and will miss you always!

Condolence: How do we say goodbye to such a critical part of our family. Awmom has always been there for me and my family. Her blue eyes would always be a beacon of hope, love and support. She was always happy to see the kids! My only hope is that the children in heaven now have their very own special "Awmom". So for now, I won't say goodbye, but I'll see you later. Big Rick and Aunt Rose, Thank YOU both for your unwavering care during these last several years, we were fortunate to have you there with her. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family as we mourn her loss and celebrate her special life. "Life on a Train" is a message that was sent to me years ago, I thought it may help today; Life is like a train ride, it read. We get on. We ride. We get off. We get back on and ride some more. There are accidents and there are delays. At certain stops there are surprises. Some of these will translate into great moments of joy, some will result in profound sorrow. When we are born and we first board the train, we meet people whom we think will be with us for the entire journey. Those people are our parents! Sadly, this is far from the truth. Our parents are with us for as long as we absolutely need them. They too have journeys they must complete. We live on with the memories of their love, affection, friendship, guidance and their ever presence. There are others who board the train and who eventually become very important to us, in turn. These people are our brothers, sisters, friends, and acquaintances, whom we will learn to love and cherish. Some people consider their journey like a jaunty tour. They will just go merrily along. Others will encounter many upsets, tears, losses on their journey. Others, still, will linger on to offer a helping hand to anyone in need. Some people on the train will leave an everlasting impression when they get off… Some will get on and get off the train so quickly, they will scarcely leave a sign that they ever traveled along with you or ever crossed your path. We will sometimes be upset that passengers, whom we love, will choose to sit in another compartment and leave us to travel on our own. Then again, there’s nothing that says we can’t seek them out anyway. Nevertheless, once sought out and found, we may not even be able to sit next to them because that seat will already be taken. That’s okay…everyone’s journey will be filled with hopes, dreams, challenges, setbacks and goodbyes. We must strive to make the best of it…no matter what. We must constantly strive to understand our travel companions and look for the best in everyone. Remember that at any moment during our journey, any one of our travel companions can have a weak moment and be in need of our help. We too may vacillate or hesitate, even trip…hopefully we can count on someone being there to be supportive and understanding. The bigger mystery of our journey is that we don’t know when our last stop will come. Neither do we know when our travel companions will make their last stop. Not even those sitting in the seat next to us. Personally, I know I’ll be sad to make my final stop…I’m sure of it! My separation from all those friends and acquaintances I made during the train ride will be painful. Leaving all those I’m close to will be a sad thing. But then again, I’m certain that one day, I’ll get to the main station only to meet up with everyone else. They’ll all be carrying their baggage…most of which they didn’t have when they first got on this train. I’ll be glad to see them again. I’ll also be glad to have contributed to their baggage…and to have enriched their lives, just as much as they will have contributed to my baggage and enriched my life. We’re all on this train ride together. Above all, we should try to strive to make the ride as pleasant and memorable as we can, right up until we each make the final stop and leave the train for the last time. All Aboard! Safe Journey!! BON VOYAGE!

Condolence: A big HELLO to my MOM!! Only 2 days since you were called home to God!! I miss you already. Things are fine here so dont worry!! Tell Uncle Lawrence, Uncle Leo,Uncle Francis and Mark I said HI!! Rick and Rose are doing a great job here as usual!!!LOVE AND MISS YOU. You forgot your pocketbook and slippers!!

Condolence: The world has lost a fine LADY, but God and Heaven have gained an angel. She was a great friend as well as a favorite Aunt. I love remembering our lunches and trips to the mall. Our sympathy to all the family on their great loss. A special thought to Rosemary and Rick for their years of devotion to their special Mom. Love Mary & Dave Mekel

Condolence: The world has lost a fine LADY, but God and Heaven have gained an angel. She was a great friend as well as a favorite Aunt. I love remembering our lunches and trips to the mall. Our sympathy to all the family on their great loss. A special thought to Rosemary and Rick for their years of devotion to their special Mom. Love Mary & Dave Mekel

Condolence: Our deepest sympathies to the all of the members of the Thompson / Morano family. Thinking of my dad, all of my aunts and uncles, and cousins at this difficult time. May tour happy memories bring you comfort. Rest in peace, Grandmom. Love, Sis, John, Buddy, Jaclyn & Juliana Seitter

Condolence: Dear Kathleen and Family of Mary Thompson, Your mom was loved by so many and will surely be missed. Hold on to all the wonderful memories of your dear mom and grandmother. Sending lots of hugs and prayers to your family.

Condolence: Our condolences to ALL of Mary's family. She will forever be with you all. Sending prayers and Love, Debbie and Russ.

Condolence: Dear Kathleen and Family: Your mom was truly a GRAND Lady; my thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you.

Condolence: My thoughts and prayers are with you all, that your happy memories will console you. I will remember how Mrs Thompson always was so full of life and happy smiles whenever i saw her at family gatherings. You will have a special angel now watching over you !

Condolence: My heart is a little heavy today as the heavens received a new angel and I lost my grandmother ( Awmom) yesterday, after 94 years. She touched so many lives and hearts. So many memoirs she was a part of. So many children she embraced. How do we face the days when such a part of all of us is missing? I will find the strength to reminisce those memories to bring out a smile instead of a tear. I will use what she taught us , so many times .. to look to God , family and friends for the strength, wisdom and courage to get through and to celebrate her life and the wonderful Mom, grandmother. great grandmother, great great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend she was.