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Janeen
June 22, 2025
I don´t know why I always do these on the 22nd of the month, maybe because losing you on my birthday but it´s okay. Going to be 59 this week hard to believe. A lot has happened in all the years that you´ve been gone. I know you are up there in heaven having a wonderful celebration with all of your friends and family up there in heaven. You are so missed by all of us that are still here. Kenny and Joy are doing well they´ve had some difficult times but they manage to make their way through the tough times. I know that you are up there celebrating with butter fights, with a cigarette in one hand and a dilly bar in the other. You were truly a blessing for all of us. Will always have you in my heart and soul. Until we meet again always know that I love you. You can no longer call me spaghetti legs and meatball body. I love you sister and you just keep being who you are. Love you.
June 22, 2022
Hello my dear sister, I hope you’re having fun up there in heaven. When I think of you I’m reminded of camping trips that we made. I have to say you were ver interesting, you had your electric coffee pot, electric blanket, electric skillet just to name a few. You have no clue how much I miss you. You were a true gem. There are many times you pop into my mind and that’s my way of remembering you I love you big sister, I know that you’re still watching over me and for that I want to say thank you.
June 22, 2021
Hi sissy it's spaghetti legs and meatball body. I think of you so often and so wish you were here sometimes I just need your guidedents. I have my 55th birthday coming up and just can't get excited about it this year. A lot has happened since you have been gone that you couldn't imagine. I know you are still watching over me from up there in heaven. I hope that every day is a celebration for you up there with everyone else keep doing what you're doing. Now more than ever I need you to be by my side. I love you so much and miss you to the moon and back. Hugs and Kisses to you. Love you!!!
Melissa Schmidtbauer (Hicks)
July 16, 2008
I'm sorry to hear of Penny's passing. My god bless penny and her family who miss her deeply. God rest her soul. Stay strong and share all your memories.
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Laurie Johnson
July 2, 2008
Pearl's family,
Pearl was a wonderful person. I never got to meet her in person, but having chatted with her through the OH board, I felt that I got to know her quite well. She will be missed by SO many of us there.
Please know that my prayers are with you at this difficult time, but know that she was loved by many and our memories of her, her smile and her laugh will always be dear in our hearts.
Steve Kitowski
July 1, 2008
My Dearest Cousin,
I was so deeply saddened by the fact I haven't seen you in many years and then to hear that you've passed away....words will never take away my heartfelt pain. I wish we were able to be closer and now I will forever have a hurt for what I've missed...My special cousin. Please know that I truly am sorry. All My Love to your family and my cousins. Call me or write anyone. Life is special and to short. Jehovah be with you and you family at this sad time.
Debi M
June 29, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of Pearl's passing. Your family is in my prayers. I know she will be missed by so many.
Amy Mallet
June 28, 2008
To Pearl's Family,
My wishes to each of you that you find the memories of Pearl that comfort you most during this sad time. I never met her in person, only communicated with her via the OH website and was immediately attracted to the love she had for her grandbabies. With deepest sympathy.
Janeen Cotty
June 28, 2008
Penny I miss you so much that words can't express how much please know that I will down here doing the best that I possible can and also know that I will be eating your favorite treat from the dairy queen which is dilly bars. Just remember that I love you and you will be in my heart forever Love your little sis. Janeen Shelley Cotty
Linda Anne WJ
June 28, 2008
Oh Pearl you will be so missed on our board... ( OH ) those of us that got to know you via that forum learned to love you and my prayers go out to your family. Im so sad to hear this news...
Linda Anne
Connie Douvier
June 28, 2008
Pearl.....I miss you so much. I valued our friendship. I loved your smile. You always made me laugh. Thank you for being my grandson's Nic's gardian angel. You said you would be and you most certainly have been.God Bless. I love you Pearl!! Connie
Frozen Peach
June 28, 2008
I can't believe you are gone!! You WILL be missed by so many. Rest well dear friend.....
Sandra Nyembwe
June 28, 2008
I just want to let you know for the short year I have know Pearl she was a blessing to me! My heart ached when I heard the news. My deepest sympathy at your time of great loss!
Joy Reiser
June 28, 2008
Mom, I miss you sooooo much. You are always in my thoughts. I can't wait for the day that I can see you again. Please know that I am down here taking care of the babies that you love soooooo much. I miss you mom, I wish you were here to share my life with. I will never forget you. Love always and forever your daughter Joy
Barb Koob
June 28, 2008
Many of us on the Minnesota OH board are very sad to hear of Pearl's passing. She was very dear to many of us and will be missed. Our prayers to your family.
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