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Rolellen Bigelow Obituary
BIGELOW, Rolellen May
(Dunham)
Was born November 2, 1927, in San Jose, CA. She went home to be with the Lord on September 4, 2006, at her home surrounded by her family. She loved creating a warm home for her husband, Dr. Wayne Bigelow, and four children: Marcus Bigelow of Rocklin, Jeffrey Bigelow of El Dorado Hills, CA, Jane Bigelow Poindexter of Turlock, CA and Beverly Scates of Longmont, CO. Preceded in death by an infant granddaughter. She is also survived by her eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held Saturday, September 9th, at 2:00 PM at Adventure Christian Church in Rocklin. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to her granddaughters work with the Chilean Sending Base through Ibero American Ministries, P.O Box 1493, Monroe, WA 98272 or International Disaster Emergency Services (Katrina Rebuilding), P.O. Box 60, Kempton, IN 46049 or Adventure Christian Church, 6401 Stanford Ranch Rd, Roseville, CA 95678.
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Diane Kovats
October 2, 2006
Bigelow Family:
Small town Hughson, everyone knew your name. An imprint on the town was left by you all. An imprint was left on my heart. Your family offered love and support to me and mine in my teen years. Rolly particularly stood close and gave of herself when I needed it most. Although that has been 40+ years, it's not forgotten, nor will she be. An outstanding example she has been to all women. I hope to see her again one day. I send my best to each of you, and give thanks for all the contributions you each have given to mankind.
Blessings,
Diane (Coble) Kovats
Debbie Mackey
September 28, 2006
Dear Wayne, Marc, Jeff, Jane and Bev, Dan and I both have talked so much about how your entire family, and especially Rollie, has had such a huge impact on our lives. We love you all, have been praying for you and look forward to the time we can all be in Heaven with Rollie and our Savior. God Bless You...We love you! Dan and Debbie Mackey
Pat Mathews
September 24, 2006
Dear Dr. Bigelow,
My uncle Kenny called my mom when he saw the paper about your wife. She then told me. This is sent with deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Ron & Pat (Johnson) Mathews (Dinuba,CA)
Frank Davis
September 14, 2006
Dear Wayne and family,
My deepest sympathy at your temporary loss. A great reunion is a blessed assurance for the future.
Love,
Frank Davis
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Debbie Sandoval-Sylvia
September 13, 2006
Dear Dr.Bigelow,
I am very saddened to hear about the loss of your wife Rolellen. You have always been special to me and I wiil never forget the support and encouragment you gave to me. May the love and friendship your wife and you shared for each other bring you comfort in this very difficult time.
My heart and prayers are with you and your family.
Elizabeth (Lorene Burk) Embree
September 13, 2006
Dear Cousins,
We just heard of Rolly's passing from my dad's sister who read it in the Sacto paper. We are sorry to hear this and pray God will grant His peace and comfort to you in the days ahead. And hope you take comfort too in knowing of the family reunions she no doubt is now enjoying, my mom and her parents among them. Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which GOD hath prepared for them that love HIM!!! Love from the Burk cousins
Yvonne Miller
September 10, 2006
Dear Dr. Bigelow and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Bigelow. You are in our thoughts quite often, as I always reflect on our wedding day. Please Know that we are thinking about you and your family at this time and send our prayers. You were there for us in many times of need and hope that God's peace will comfort you now.
Sincerely,
Yvonne, Mark and Bryce Miller (Tosti)
Martha Vallo (Davis)
September 10, 2006
I am saddened to hear about your wife's passing. I still recall what a warm and vibrant person she was from the few times I met her.
Mary Davis Runyon and Doreen Davis Olson
September 8, 2006
We heard about your wife's passing and prayed for you today. We will let our Dad know as soon as possible. He is in Hawaii right now.
With love and sympathy,
Marjorie Jensen
September 8, 2006
For Wayne, Marcus, Jane, Jeff and Bev: I have great memories of sharing your family life during summer visits to Turlock in the 50's and 60's. Rolly was always at the helm--endlessly cooking, driving us to the pool, making us behave, always including the Phillips kids in whatever was going on. Happy times! She is remembered by the Phillips family with much affection.
Marjorie Phillips Jensen
John & Barb Trussler
September 8, 2006
Dear Dr. Bigelow,
Our sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your beloved wife, Rolly. We appreciated the wonderful love you two had for each other. May God bless you richly in the difficult days ahead.
Love, John & Barb Trussler
Carl & Carolyn Siegler
September 8, 2006
To the Bigelow Family,
My husband and I attend RHCC where Jeff is our pastor. We extend our sympathy to you during the loss of your loved one.
Barrie Qualle
September 8, 2006
Dr. Bigelow, Sorry for your loss. Few have contributed as much as your family to our community.
Elizabeth Arthur and Family
September 7, 2006
Dr. Bigelow and Family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss of your beloved Wife and Mother. Mom and I know how it is to lose someone special, when we lost Daddy, we realize how blessed we were to have him for a Husband and Father. We know you and your family will cherish the good memories of her. May God and Our Lord Jesus Christ comfort you during your loss at this time.
Janet Bowman
September 7, 2006
Dear Wayne and family,
We were so very sorry to hear of your lose. May God be with you at this time and always.
Elyn Gregg
Bob & Janet(Gregg) Bowman
Warren Smith
September 7, 2006
Dr. Bigelow:
Very sorry to learn of your loss. Ironically, 15 years ago today you officiated at my Mother's funeral. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Warren Smith & family.
Charles and Lois Dailey
September 6, 2006
Wayne and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies in the passing of your wife and mother. Her life was a great credit to the Lord whom she loved.
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