Monday, January 14, 2019
Dearest Uncle Bern and family, It is so hard to say good bye to our loved ones but we all know the day comes when we must. Our loss is certainly heavens gain. Aunt Sue was a one of a kind gentle lady. She always had a ready smile and was always there to lend a helping hand whenever and where ever it was needed. I remember the times of my young adult life, that Aunt Sue had answers for the questions I would ask her or she gave direction on how to handle different family situations, or the kindness she showed when I lost my mom. I never saw her look down on any one, but always saw her lift them up and give them a shoulder to lean on if they needed it. I also remember the time when Uncle Bern and Aunt Sue were newly weds and I got to stay with them in the apartment above Buba's. Buba made a meal of some type of white sauce noodles, that of which of I had never seen in my life and I was instantly afraid to eat it. Uncle Bern told me I had to eat it but Aunt Sue came to my rescue and said I definately did not have to eat it if I didn't want to. But Aunt Sue was like that, ever defending and protecting. In my eyes she was a saint. Oh, don't get me wrong, she could give you quite the tongue lashing if you needed it, but it was always followed by a hug and a smile. She was my hero. I never heard her complain about her disease and when I was blessed to talked to her two weeks ago, to ask how she was doing, I was totally impressed by the way she call the disease hers. She boldly claimed it. She said, 'My cancer has done this or that." Nothing more, nothing less..... She faced her cancer with the same courage that she faced situations in life....... strong, bold and head held high with praise for her Bernie and how he was taking care of her. That was just how she was. I will always love her and remember her. My sweet Aunt Sue, to you I say, not good-bye but, see ya later. I can see you turn and waving good-bye with a big smile on your face, Then taking the hand of Jesus And entering your new place With much love God's blessings Pat
