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Terry
October 10, 2008
Audrey you will always be with us and we all miss you and love you. Keep watching over Danny, he is a fine young man because of you.
maureen forziati
October 7, 2008
October 7, 2008
Dear Audrey,
You have been gone one year today. I can hardly believe it. So you know you have not been forgotten. People really miss you. My heart still hurts. We had a get together Saturday @ Doug's. Everyone came It was fun we had some laughs. It would have been so muchh nicer if you had been there. Danny looks great Dave is taking really good care of him. Dan is so handsome He looks so much like you & is built like Mike. I hold on to the thought we will all be a family again.
Love & miss you!!
Maureen
Barbara McDonald
October 6, 2008
I cant believe its been a year tommorrow since you've been gone. I think of you often, and Moes and I still laugh and smile when talking about the old days and all our great memories!
October 6, 2008
Audrey we all love and miss you, Danny is doing good, he has you for his guardian agel, keep watching over him
maureen forziati
September 20, 2008
Hey Audrey,
It has been almost one year since you left us. I can still hardly believe it. I miss you a great deal still. Life seems so tough right now. I hope yours is looking up. I hope you have found some peace and joy wherever it is you are. I feel our time is getting closer. Life is short no matter how you look at it. I am listening.
Sister
Maureen
maureen forziati
January 27, 2008
Dear Audrey,
Dad's birthday is this week. You all should have a great party this year. Still dazed & confused. I've been remembering things we did together. Do you rember I took you to a concert when you were very young. I keep chukling as if we were there. You were just about jumping ffrom your balcony seat. Yes it was Paul Revere & the Raiders.
Mis you still
Moe
maureen forziati
January 3, 2008
Dear Audrey,
Christmas is forever changed. It felt like someone was missing if you know what I mean. Adam is now a teen and has his first real semi formal date on Friday. You would hardly recognize him He is 6 feet and very handsome.
I believe when we come to this world we have a pre-planned destiny from Our Father. I believe we can tweek it some but must follow that charted course. You must now know by now what His plan is. Miss you still!!
Love,
Moe
maureen forziati
December 5, 2007
Dear Audrey,
Some days are better than others. It is hard to get into Christmas but when you have kids you must. I recall Daniel when he was very small and he would just about burst when he saw our tree. He would literally squirm and shake with excitement. Where did the time go?
Love & Miss you
Maureen
maureen forziati
December 3, 2007
Audrey,
Getting closer to Christmas. Everyone is sad. Why you, why now? Just thinking of you today.
Miss you still,
Maureen
maureen forziati
November 20, 2007
Audrey,
Thinking about you today. The holidays are coming. They will never be the same again. Miss you!!
Moe
maureen forziati
November 7, 2007
Dear Audrey,
As my last two letters were not posted maybe it is time to say good bye. I have been struggling with some issues and some I have no control over. I always try to do the right thing and for now I need to rest!
maureen
JENNIFER TRABKA
November 3, 2007
HI AUDREY,
DO YOU THINK I'M GOING TO FORGET YOU? I DONT THINK THAT IS POSSIBLE. WHEN I WAS TALKING TO MY MOTHER I COULD FEEL YOUR PRESENCE ALMOST LIKE YOU WERE SAYING DONT FORGET ME. LIKE MAUREEN I ALSO FEEL LIKE YOU ARE TRYING TO SEND US A MESSAGE. BUT I DONT KNOW ABOUT WHAT. IF THERE IS A MESSAGE HIT US ON THE HEAD WITH IT, CAUSE YOU KNOW HOW THICK HEADED US FOLEY'S ARE. LOL.
PS MY BUTTERFLY BUSH, LAVENDER, & HYDRANGEA ARE BLOOMING AGAIN. HOW WEIRD IS THAT IN NOV. & WITH THE WEATHER WE ARE HAVING. MISS YOU
maureen forziati
November 2, 2007
Dear Audrey,
I had a dream about you 2 nights ago or was it? I feel like you were really there and trying to tell me something. There certainly was a message in it!!
Miss you
Maureen
maureen forziati
October 29, 2007
Dear Audrey,
I am still in disbelief. The truth is of all my sisters you are my favorite. It did not matter how long we had been apart we could always pick right up where we left off. You may have been angry at Arthur on one occasion but we never exchanged angry words. I loved you because you were Audrey. You had a special gift of making people feel special. You were not aware of how special you were. It hurts to know I will never touch you again or hear that silly laugh. Whenever you called I would say to Arthur who is it? He would say it is "That's Nice". You acquired that nickname because no matter what I asked you you would reply "That's Nice"
I do believe I will see you again but I want it to be today.
I love & miss you,
Maureen
Jennifer Trabka
October 29, 2007
HI AUDREY
THIS WIN IS FOR YOU. GO SOX!!! THANK YOU
maureen forziati
October 28, 2007
Dear Audrey,
I just came from church. A family was celebrating the life of their daughter. Every anniversary they let a dozen various colored ballons into the air in front of the church. To this family it represents a rainbow. They believe ever time they see a rainbow it a sign from her. Just before Mass ended I started to miss you a great deal. I whispered to myself are you around? Something made me go to the front of the church to watch the family release there balloons. All of tem flew up up and away save one. The only pink baloon got stuck in a tree branch long enough for me to notice and everyone else. As pink was your color I am thinking maybe you heard me!!!
Love & miss you
Maureen
JENNIFER TRABKA
October 28, 2007
HI AUDREY
1 LEFT. CAN HISTORY REPEAT ITSELF? ONLY YOU KNOW.
maureen forziati
October 26, 2007
Dear Audrey,
It just struck me this is the only way I can feel close to you. Today is not a good day. I just finished work and such a long day. I am so tired. As soon as the kids are gone I feel so empty again. Adam John J Daniel & Zach carried the gifts. I was very proud of them. You would have been so delighted with their presence. Your bothers & Dave all looked so handsome. Guests were probably wondering who all these handsome men were. They are all the men in your life who love and care about her. Gotta go its a long drive home.
Love & miss you
Moe
JENNIFER TRABKA
October 26, 2007
HEY AUDREY
I HAVE BEEN CRACKIN UP THE LAST 2 DAYS ABOUT MO'S COMMENT ABOUT YOUR NICKNAME BEING AUDBALL. I SO REMEMBER THAT. I KNOW YOU ARE WITH ME & I STILL BELIEVE.
MISS YOU
maureen forziati
October 25, 2007
Hey Audrey,
Did you know I was thinking about you? I promise to write every day. It still feels the same. How much time is the question.
Love you,
Maureen
JENNIFER TRABKA
October 25, 2007
THANK-YOU!!!!
maureen forziati
October 24, 2007
Hey Audball,
Remember I used to call you this when we were younger. I hope you did not think I was mean. Another day has gone by. Uneventful but I am so tired. I love & miss you!
Moe
maureen forziati
October 23, 2007
Hi kiddo,
Just got in lots of gifts have arrived for Dan. People are generous & kind. Had a bad day yesterday but you know that. Everyone says time. Doug really misses you. Pray for him and let the angels do their stuff. Gotta go my boys are always hungry. I won't forget you!!
Love
Moe
maureen forziati
October 22, 2007
Dear Audrey
Just a short note tonight I am so tired. Ihis note is to remind everyone not to forget you. I feel the angels working there stuff.
Gotta go I am beat!!
Love
Moe
JENNIFER TRABKA
October 22, 2007
HI AUDREY
I FELT YOU WITH ME BOTH TIMES TODAY.
THANK YOU.
maureen forziati
October 21, 2007
Dear Audrey,
I received a note from a friend today. She nailed it right on the head. I agree that your work is done here. God is definitely boss. But she believes your soul was to sensitive to struggle with earthly things. God is kind & loving. He takes his best back home!
Love & miss you,
Maureen
maureen forziati
October 19, 2007
Dear Audrey,
We had a very long day today. Adele, Terry, Bernadette and myself met and spoke on your behalf. These people listened. Danny looks wonderful. Jen is right he is quite the man. He is built like Michael but he looks just like you. He is very handsome. He has your eyes. Thank you for that. When I see him I will see you. He has your gentle spirit. He is soft spoken and kind.
I am sure he is going to be OK.
I just wanted you to know I will not forget you not by a long shot.
I miss you alot today.
Love
Maureen
jENNIFER TRABKA
October 19, 2007
AUDREY
I CANT BELIEVE YOU ARE GONE. IT IS HURTING ME DEEPLY. EVEN THOUGH THE LAST FEW YEARS WE HAVEN'T BEEN CLOSE LIKE WE USED TOO MY HEART IS BROKEN THAT YOU ARE GONE. I SO WISH YOU REACHED OUT ONE MORE TIME. YOU CANT EVEN IMAGINE WHAT YOU MENT TO ME. WE ALWAYS HAD SO MUCH FUN TOGETHER. I DROVE BY YOUR APT IN WEST ROXBURY. I SMILED CAUSE OF ALL THE GOOD MEMORIES THERE. YOU RAISED DANNY TO BE QUITE THE MAN. I COULDN'T BELIEVE HOW MUCH HE GREW UP. YOU HAVE A GREAT SON. HE IS GOING TO GO FAR IN HIS LIFE. I FELT YOU THERE ON TUES. MORNING. I KNEW YOU WERE WITH ME & TELLING ME YOU WERE OK. I HOPE YOU ARE @ PEACE NOW.
MISS YOU
JEN
maureen forziati
October 18, 2007
Dear Audrey,
This seems to help me. Your presence was huge. Now there is just this empty space. I can't think about you without crying. I don't want people to forget about you. I want them to remember every thing about you.
Love,
Moe
maureen forziati
October 17, 2007
Dear Audrey,
I just finished another day at work. I have such good friends here. They are great support for me. I love & miss you.
Moe
maureen forziati
October 16, 2007
Dear Audrey,
I went to work today. I was hoping it would distract me just for a little while. People kept stopping by my office to just say I was in their prayers. People have been so kind. Did I tell you how much I miss you? I had the strangest dream this morning. I was in our home in in W Rox. On a table in the TV room was a small table Christmas Tree. The tiny little white lights were on and it was trimmed with pretty little pink roses & bows. On each branch was a chrysalus. There were dozens. They were all opening at the same time. We all know what is born from a chrysalus. Yes butterflies. I feel some peace. My belief is you are safely home. Soon too you will be like the butterfly. It helps me to write to you. If I have to write every day, this is what I will have to do.
Love,
Maureen
Cindy Donoghue
October 15, 2007
I was very sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies go out to Danny and the Foley Family. I worked with Audrey for years and have many memories of her.
Michelle PAtten
October 15, 2007
Dear Audrey,
It is with my deepest sadness that I express to you today the news of your passing so suddenly. I was and still am very devastated to have received the news of you being taken from us so quickly. I am so sorry that I was not able to attend your services to pay my respects to you and your family, however, just learning of this news this morning (10/15), I was not able to attend.
It has been many years since we have spoken, but you have crossed my mind many, many times and have always thought " I should call her". Like with many people, lives get crazy busy and the time passes you by so quickly. I am sorry now that I didn't take the time to call and say "hi".
I wish you peace & love with God and pray that you're ok.
My thoughts & prayers go out to you and your family!
May you rest in peace forever.
Your friend,
Michelle Patten - Natick, MA
maureen forziati
October 15, 2007
Dear Audrey,
When the alarm went off this morning I woke up dreaming about you. I talk with David every day. He misses you a great deal. He loved you very much but you knew that. I pray God watches over him gives him the courage to moe on with his life. When you are able let him know you are OK. We all know time heals. I am recieving lovely letters from friends telling me how funny you were in life. I already knew that. Gotta go for now!!
I love you Audrey!
Your Sister,
Maureen
Barbara McDonald
October 15, 2007
To the Foley Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. When I think of Audrey I think of her smile and her contagious laugh. I have alot of great memories which cannot be taken away. Thank you for your graciousness and fellowship thru a very difficult time. Their hasn't been a day I have not thought of Audrey since her sudden death. I have so many great memories, for that I am thankful. My prayers are with you all. Please stay in touch. Take Care. All my love. Barbara
maureen forziati
October 14, 2007
Dear Audrey,
I will have to write to you every day or until I begin to feel better. Your face is the last image I have before falling asleep and the first word I say each morning when I wake up. I am feeling so very sad. I feel as though there is an elephant pressing on my chest. You left us so abruptly. There was no warning When you wake up you will feel such peace and joy. I believe we will connect again in the spirit world. But I just need to know that you are OK. We need God and his angels to work with us now.
Carol did a reading from the New Testament. We talked at your wake. We were laughing about the spilled milk. I never knew you liked it when I babysat. She said I let you get a way with everything. She especially remembered me driving you for ice cream in Brant Rock Center.
Until we meet again Audrey, remember that I love and miss you.
Your Sister,
Maureen
maureen forziati
October 12, 2007
Dear Danny,
I wanted you to know how proud I am of you. Today you displayed such courage. You mom raised you with great strength and dignity. I know how much she loved you. You were all she talked about She loved to brag about you as all mothers do. When I saw you today she was right. Daniel you are a very handsome young man with much to offer this world. Take each day slowly. Ask God for help when you need it and confide in those who love you. They will guide you and keep you on track. Please stay in our lives. My home is your home and the door will always be open.
God Bless you Daniel Frances Handren!!
Love,
Aunt Maureen
Maureen Forziati
October 11, 2007
To My Dearest Sister Audrey,
I cannot express how much I miss you. When I close my eyes I see your great big smile. Everyone knows what I'm talking about. I can hear your laughter, it would fill a room. You know how your nose turned up & your lips would pucker. You were a great mom to Daniel. He has a great big family who love him. God will always watch over him and will keep him safe. Thank you for calling me Friday evening and for all the loving words that you said to me. I always loved you and thanks for letting me know you felt so safe with me. Thank you for being my little sister. Give my love to mum & dad and a great big kiss to Danny. Please watch over me. My grief is overwhelming. There is such a hole in my heart. I will love and miss you always and forever.
Your sister,
Maureen
Cherilyn Mac Pherson
October 11, 2007
To the Handren family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Laurie (Janusaitis) Vozzella
October 11, 2007
My heartfelt sorrow for your loss.
When I remember Audrey, your family, and our school days, I smile.
God Bless you all.
Maureen McDonough Burke
October 11, 2007
To the Foley Family,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of Audrey. I will always remember Audrey for her beautiful smile and gentle spirit. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Leslie and Adam Jones
October 11, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Foley/Handren Families. Danny will always have his guardian angel watching over him as will the rest of the family. Our thoughts and prayers our with you during this difficult time.
Jennifer Bekerian
October 11, 2007
Danny,
Words cannot express our saddness for you. I have many fond memories of your mom as I was growing up. She loved you very much. We love you and are here for you!!
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