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July 22, 2011
Hi Mom!
Today marks your "2nd" anniversary in heaven. Where did the time go? Seems just like yesterday that you took that wonderful journey to heaven. Sure do miss you. Keep watch over us until we meet again!
Love,
Wanda
Brittany Kern
July 22, 2011
Hey Grandma,
Missing you more and more everyday. Where are you when I need you to wipe my tears? :'(
Tammy Herritt
July 22, 2011
To My Favorite Aunt,
I'm sorry that I didn't sooner. I wrote you a letter right after you passed away, but I pressed the wrong key on my computer and I deleted everything that I wrote. Wanda paid to have your guest book open until July 22, 2011, which is tomorrow, so I must write to you now.
You are one of my favorite Aunts and I miss you dearly! I have so many fun memories with you and your beautiful family. You and Harold raised a great bunch of kids. I try to keep in touch with them as much as possible. Wanda and I go on shopping trips until midnight, once in a while. It's the best time to go because everybody is at home in bed.
I remember all the fun times I had sleeping over at your house on the weekend and waiting to ride the bus to go to church. That was fun!! I also remember the time that I slept over and there was a bat upstairs in your house. Then, it flew downstairs and Michelle and I started screaming.
Remember how everybody said that Michelle and I looked like twins. She is an awesome lady!
I also remember going to McDonald's on Hanover Street in Allentown with you, Michelle, Donna, and me. We went through the drive thru and you said, "No eating, until we pray," so you prayed for our food as we drove away.
I have so many fun memories with you and your family at the bowling alley.
I could go on and on with the great memories that I had with you and your family.
I wish I would've gotten over to visit you while you were in your last days in your home. I just want you to know that I was kept up to date on your condition by Wanda. I would call her often for updates and to tell her to tell you that "I Love You." Those were my last words to Wanda for her to tell you from me.
You have an amazing bunch of children. They are all so helpful and kind to everybody. They would do anything for anybody. You can be very proud of all of them!
Your brother, Billy (my Dad) is doing well. I just went to the shore with my parents and your 2 sisters, Margaret and Marilyn. We talked about when you used to go with them every year to the shore. It isn't the same without you. Nobody will ever replace you!
I miss you a lot! Everytime I see or talk to one of your children, I think of you. Now, you can watch over all of us from Heaven. Make sure that we are all behaving. Ha! Ha!
The "Markell" Family Picnic is next weekend (7/30/11) already. I remember these picnics being at your house. We had a blast!!!!! We went swimming and had chicken fights in the pool. I remember you yelling at us for being on each others shoulders. You were afraid that we would get hurt. You were just being the caring person that you are.
It's hard to believe that you will be in Heaven 2 years tomorrow (7/22/11). I hope you are having a blast up there! One day I will see you up there, then we can catch up on things. It was very hard for me to see you go, but I know that you are in a much better place now. At least now, you are not in any pain.
I am so glad that Wanda brought you over to my house to see my youngest son, Daniel, when he was a baby. I even have a picture of you holding him, with Wanda sitting next to you. I will cherish that picture forever.
I just want you to know that I am here for your kids, if they ever need anything. I will do my best to help them out in anyway that I can. I see Wanda the most. Her and I talk on the phone for at least an hour or more at a time. She has helped me out in so many ways. It's nice to have someone to talk to, since I don't have any sisters. I will hopefully see all of your children at the Markell Family Picnic next Saturday. We will definitely miss you there physically, but I know that you will be there spiritually.
You are a wonderful and loving woman! I had so much fun with you! I miss you and love you lots! It just isn't the same without you.
I could keep on writing, but I must go to bed now.
You take care of yourself and have fun up there in Heaven!
Love,
Your neice, Tammy
July 22, 2010
Hi Mom!
Today marks your first anniversary in heaven. I'm sure it has been amazing! It's hard to believe that a year has already passed. It just seems like yesterday that you graciously slipped away from us -- Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at 9:27 p.m. It hasn't been the same without you. I miss you honey bunny! Until we meet again!
Love,
Wanda
Brittany Kern
July 22, 2010
Grandma
I woke up crying this morning, I really didn't want to wake up today because I knew it was going to be a rough day. It's been a year and it hurts more and more everyday. I hate that you aren't here to cheer me up. Your smile brightened my day no matter how bad it was. I miss our dollar store trips and our subway lunches. I miss planting flowers with you all day and getting yelled at for riding your tractor. Most of all I miss the feeling I got when I hugged you. I miss you everyday. I love you more than life.
Brittany Kern
May 18, 2010
I know I just wrote to you a week ago but I felt I needed to wish you a happy birthday! Go bowling in heaven tonight and celebrate. I've been thinking about you all day, but that is nothing new. Wish I could see your beautiful smiling face. Love you more than words.
May 18, 2010
Hi Mom!
Happy Birthday on what would have been your "72nd" birthday. Enjoy your birthday party in Heaven!
I miss you more than you could ever imagine. Love you Susie Q!
Love,
The Oldest One
Brittany Kern
May 10, 2010
Grandma,
Everyday without you gets harder and harder. I miss everything about you. I bet you are much happier now that John has come up to you. Miss you like crazy.
Eric Hood
August 22, 2009
Dear Grandma,
You were the best grandmother anyone could ask for. You had such an amazing character. You laughed, played, had fun, and were a very hard worker. I remember back when i was just a little guy in elementary school, I would always come up to your bus in the morning to say good morning. I'd sit there on your lap and talk. It feels like just yesterday. You always had a smile on. You just brightened up my day. Thenk you for always being a great grandmother and taking suck great care of me when i was with you. I love you. You will be greatly missed
August 13, 2009
Wanda,
Losing your mother is one of the hardest things you will ever face in your lifetime! People say "Oh she is in a better place" which should comfort you but you will still miss her all the time. I can't tell how many times I wish I had heaven's phone number so I could give my mom a call. People also say she knows what you are doing, but I think she is having so much fun that she doesn't have time to think of us here still in the rat race. I still cry every time I think of my mom. Sorry for your loss! Love Susan Haydt
KAREN KISTLER
August 3, 2009
TO ALL THE KERN FAMILIES:
YOUR MOTHER WAS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON. SHE WAS ALWAYS SMILING AND ALWAYS LENDING A HAND TO ALL SHE KNEW. SHE PASSED THOSE TRAITS ONTO THE 6 OF YOU AND INTURN YOU HAVE PASSED IT ONTO YOUR CHILDREN.
I GOT TO KNOW MARTHA THRU BOWLING. SHE COACHED THE BOWLING LEAGUE I WAS IN WHEN I WAS A YOUTH. LATER WE BOTH COACHED THE SAME LEAGUE. WHEN I BOWLED ADULT, WE WERE IN THE SAME LEAGUE ALWAYS HAVING FUN.
LATER I BECAME THE "ADOPRED CHILD" AND WE ALL JOKED ABOUT IT. I WAS INVITED TO BIRTHDAY PARTIES AND WEDDINGS.
ONE DAY WANDA GAVE ME A CALL AND ASKED ME TO HELP OUT WITH MARTHA. I WAS MORE THAN WILLING AND ABLE TO HELP YOU GUYS ANYWAY I COULD. IN THE BEGINNING, MARTHA AND I WOULD TALK ABOUT BOWLING , DANCE IN THE KITCHEN AND GO FOR RIDES. LATER IT WAS JUST TO MAKE HER COMFORTABLE..
THE 6 OF YOU CHOSE TO KEEP HER IN HER HOME AND TAKE CARE OF HER 24/7. AFTER AWHILE ONE COULD TELL WHAT DAY OF THE WEEK IT WAS BY WHICH ONE OF YOU WERE AT THE HOUSE.
I ADMIRE ALL OF YOU FOR DOING THAT. YOU ALL DID A GREAT JOB. I AM POSITIVE MOM KNEW IT ALSO. BECAUSE OF HOW YOU KEPT HER AT HOME I HAVE DECIDED, IF NEEDED, TO DO THE SAME FOR MY MOTHER EVEN THOU I WORK IN A NURSING HOME.
SHE IS AT PEACE NOW. I AM SURE SHE IS WATCHING EVERY MOVE WE ALL MAKE.
TAKE CARE ALL OF YOU. YOU ARE ONE HECK OF A FAMILY AND I AM GLAD I KNOW ALL OF YOU.
Randy & Kathy Kunkle
July 31, 2009
To the Kern family,
We are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was a wonderful, caring person and always willing to help others. She will be missed but she leaves her legacy behind in all of her children and grandchildren.
Deb Danner
July 31, 2009
Dear Michelle,
There are know words to ease the pain when you lose a loved one such as a parent. I lost my father 2 years ago in Oct 2007 and I still have moments of saddness and tears for I loved my father dearly. But with the support of good friends and family it really helps you through and knowing that your mom is in the hands of GOD and his Angels you can believe that she is in a better place watching over all of you no longer in pain. She is saying to all of you cry no more my children for I have concord my illness and no longer am suffering. Believing in that and your faith in God will help you through this trying time. In closing I would like to share with you a poem I received when my father died in hopes to give you some inner peace.
Weep not for me though I am gone
into that gentle night
Grieve if you will,but not for long
upon my soul's sweet flight
I am at peace, my soul's at rest
there is no need for tears
For with your love I was so
blessed
For all those many years
There is no pain, I suffer not
The fear now all is gone
Put know these things out of
your thoughts
In your memory I live on
Remember not my fight for breath
Remember not the strife
Please do not dwell upon
my death
BUT CELEBRATE MY LIFE!
May God bless you and your
family Michelle!
Beverly & Wilson Putt
July 29, 2009
Wanda and Family-
So sorry to learn of your mother's passing. May your memories with her comfort you and give you strength in the days ahead. Our deepest sympathy to you.
Terri Bilder
July 29, 2009
Michelle, Wanda, Donna, Keith, Bup & Terry-
When my dad passed away in 1996 the following poem was shared with me and I wanted to share it all with you. When you read the words you will have a sense of knowing that your Mom is still here with you all, but just in "The Next Room".
Love,
Terri
Death is nothing at all
I have only slipped away into the next room
I am I and you are you
Whatever we were to each other
That we are still
Call me by my old familiar name
Speak to me in the easy way you always used
Put no difference into your tone
Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow
Laugh as we always laughed
At the little jokes we always enjoyed together
Play, smile, think of me, pray for me
Let my name be ever the household word that it always was
Let it be spoken without effort
Without the ghost of a shadow in it
Life means all that it ever meant
It is the same as it ever was
There is absolute unbroken continuity
What is death but a negligible accident?
Why should I be out of mind
Because I am out of sight?
I am waiting for you for an interval
Somewhere very near
Just around the corner
All is well.
Nothing is past; nothing is lost
One brief moment and all will be as it was before
How we shall laugh at the trouble of parting when we meet again!
July 28, 2009
Dear Kern Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother.Hold on to the memories no one can take those away.I will always remember her warm smile.You are all in my thoughts and prayers.I am here if you need me.
Love Your Friend,
LuAnn
Jeff Trexler
July 27, 2009
Wanda and Keith Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom
July 27, 2009
Dear Kern Family, Sorry to hear about Martha passing on. I would have liked to come over but due to medical reasons I couldn't. She was a good friend and fellow co-worker. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Deanna R. Frey
Marsha Neff
July 27, 2009
Dear Wanda,
We are so sorry for your loss. Always keep the memory of your mom alive within your heart and she will for ever be with you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time in your life. If I can do anything for you please don't hesitate to call.
Love and God Bless
Marsha, Dave, and Andy
Tammy Shupp
July 27, 2009
Keith and family,
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Glenn and Tammy Shupp
July 27, 2009
MOM,
YOU WERE SO MANY THINGS TO ME:
A TEACHER-- I HAVE LEARNED SO MANY THINGS OVER THE YEARS. NOW IT IS MY TIME TO PASS THOSE LESSONS ON TO ZACHARY.
A BEST FRIEND--YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE FOR ME WHEN I WAS IN NEED TO LAUGH WITH, TO CRY, OR JUST TO LISTEN.
A MOTHER--YOU WERE MORE THAN JUST A MOTHER YOU WERE THE MOST WOUDERFUL MOM THAT ANYONE COULD HAVE ASK FOR.
I WILL NEVER FORGET YOUR LOVE FOR ICE CREAM. YOU AND I DROVE MILES AWAY TO GET A DISH OF ICE CREAM FROM LIEBY'S.
WHEN YOU BECAME SICK AND YOUR SPEECH WAS TAKEN YOUR FACE STILL LIT UP WHEN YOU HEARD DO YOU WANT ICE CREAM I KNEW THE ANSWER. ZACHARY WAS ABLE TO SHARE IN THE MEMORIES WHEN HE FED YOU ICE CREAM THE LAST MONDAY AT HOME.
YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED, BUT I KNOW YOU HAVE NO MORE PAIN. GO CHASE THE BUTTERFLIES UNTIL I SEE YOU AGAIN.
I LOVE YOU MOM!
MICHELLE
July 27, 2009
Dear Kern Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother.
Our thoughts and prayers are always there for you.
Brian R. Leskowich
Terri Bilder
July 27, 2009
Dear Kern Family-
Our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your Mom.
What a wonderful bunch of children she raised. I know that having all of you take care of her up until the very end shows how well she raised each and everyone of you. Know that she is in Heaven now at peace and out of pain, smiling down on her own "Kern Bunch".
I loss my grandmother to the same disease and it was very hard to see her decline, as I am sure it was for all of you. I am thankful that I had the opportunity to meet your Mom and get to know her before she became ill.
Know that I am here for you Michelle for anything that you need. You can call on me anytime you need to talk, cry, or just have someone listen. Michelle you are an amazing woman and I hope that Pnuts and I have raised our sons to be as loving and caring as you and your brothers and sisters are.
Take comfort in knowing that your Mom is now free and at peace in her mind.
Love,
Terri, Pnuts, Frank and Kyle
Kim, Tim, and Jake Trexler
July 27, 2009
Dear Wanda, Terry, and Family,
Our sympathy and condolences to you and your family over the passing of your mom. A good-hearted woman who will never be forgotten. Memories will remain in your hearts forever.
Brenda & Duane McGrath
July 27, 2009
Kern Family:
How lucky your mom was to have you all as a family. Your care and love for her at her time of need was something special. May you all feel comfort that she is now at peace. We'll never forget all the memories at special occasions, family picnics, etc. She'll always live in your hearts. God bless you all - you truly were special children and grandchildren.
Love you all. Your cousin,
nikki walters
July 27, 2009
To Michelle, Mark, and Zachary;
I am so sorry for your loss.
Aunt Shell- I know how close you were to your mother and now she is in a much safer place. I know it is hard, but every single person has their time to leave this crazy world.
Uncle Mark- I hope everything goes well with Martha passing on. With having Zack losing his grandmother and Shell losing her mother, man i hope you are okay too !
Cuzzy Zack A Tack- I know it must be hard losing your grandmother. I know how i would feel if we lost Nana. Just hang in there buddy. Your Grandma is in a much safer place now.
REST IN PEACE. MARTHA ! !
~*~.with love and respect.~*~
Terry & Austin Kern
July 26, 2009
Dear Mom,
Thank you for all that you've done for us. We'll never forget all of the memories we have of you. I'm sorry I contributed to some of your gray hairs! We wish you could have stayed with us a little bit longer, but we know you're in a better place now. You were a wonderful mother and grandmother-no one could wish for better. We love you and miss you more than words can say.
Terry & Austin
Marie Dieter
July 26, 2009
My Dear Kern Family,
Sorry to hear of your Mom passing into Jesus's arms. Peace will come and ease the pain...I was glad to be part of your family time...Sending lots of hugs, love and prayers...Marie Dieter
Bev & Dale Heintzelman
July 26, 2009
Wanda,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. I know that she's looking down on you with deep love and pride, for you were everything a Mom could hope for her daughter to be. Our prayers are with you and your family. Love and God Bless.
Eileen Dorshimer
July 26, 2009
My Dear Aunt Martha:
I have many fond memories of the times I spent with her growing up. She will always hold a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Always remember the good times, keep her in your heart, and she will always be with you.
Love,
Eileen
Terry & Bonnie Buskirk
July 25, 2009
Dear Kern Family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss,,she was a wonderful friend and co worker....a very special person..our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow..
July 25, 2009
Dear Wanda and family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. I know when a mother dies, a piece of her is forever in your heart. God be will you and your family.
Kathleen Hodes, Lisha's mother
Petersville, pa.
Gail Thon
July 25, 2009
Wanda and Family,
May HIS promise comfort you today and always.
My sympath to your family.
Randy Bird
July 25, 2009
The Kern Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. We know what it is like to lose a parent. We also know that she will be in good hands and is in a better place. It is hard now but it will get better every day.
Brittany Kern
July 25, 2009
Grandma,
You could never understand what you meant to me and everything you taught me. I can promise you three things. I will always love you, I will never ever forget you, and I will see you again someday. I love you and miss you. I know you will watch over me and guide me to where I need to go. Thank you for your love and everything you did for me. <3
Lora Sterner
July 24, 2009
KernFamily,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of sorrow.So glad I was able to help with the care of your mom and to meet such a wonderfull family.Keep In touch and God Bless!
Mark Sestok
July 24, 2009
Keith, So sorry to read about the passing of your Mom. Words can't express the sadness I feel for the rest of family. Take comfort though in knowing that she's at peace now.
Mark Sestok
Paul and Joanne Hewitt
July 24, 2009
To The Kern Family,
We would like to express our sympathy to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Gary Kern
July 24, 2009
Mom,
You were the greatest mother and grandmother that anyone could ask for. We love you and will miss you, always!!! Thank you for all of the wonderful memories. You are at peace now.
Love Always,
Bup, Diane, Caci, Colton, & Dylan
July 24, 2009
Kern family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. She will be missed by all that have known her.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and if we can do anything please let us know.
Keith,Karen,Karlee & Karissa Hantz
Kim Capers
July 24, 2009
To my dear friend Wanda & The Kern family
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
You are in my thoughts and prayers. You know that Mom is now free and in a better place.
God is our refuge and strength.
Psalm 46:1-2 Be still and know that God is near.
Kim Capers
Stuart Henritzy
July 24, 2009
To the Kern Family:
So sorry to hear the loss of your loved one. I will always remember the good times we had growing up camping and hanging out at the Bowling Alley. Martha always had a smile on her face. Cherish the memories that all of you have made and shared with your mother while she was hear with you all and in time this will help heal the gap that was left. Life throws mayn challenges at us to see how we cope with it and if you all stick together and help one another through this process your pain won't be as hard. May Martha now rest in peace in a better place. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Monica Paly
July 24, 2009
Wanda, Bup, Terry and all of the Kern Families,
So sorry to hear on the loss of your mom! She was an amazing person and she is no longer in pain. If you need anything, let us know.
Steve, Monica, & Felicia Paly
Debbie & Terry Keiser
July 24, 2009
Wanda and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom is in a wonderful place now and will always be remembered.
megan
July 24, 2009
To Michelle , Mark & Zachary.
I'm really sorry for your loss.
Just remember Martha is in a better
place now, watching over all of you.
"A gentle wind blew cross the land
Reaching out to take a hand
For on the winds the angels came
Calling out a mother's name.
Left behind, the children's tears
Loving memories of the years
Of joy and love, a life well spent
And now to God a mother's sent.
On angel's wings, a heavenly flight
The journey home, towards the light
To those who weep, a life is gone
But in God's love, 'tis but the dawn."
Rest In Peace Martha.
Jenn & Jamie Andrews
July 24, 2009
Dear Wanda, Terry, and family,
Our deepest condolences in the passing of your mom. She couldn't have had better people caring for her. She is at peace now. Our thoughts are with you.
July 24, 2009
The Kern Family
You are in are prayers at this time Martha was always friendly and a wonderful person to new God bless you at this time of sorrow
Shirley and William Wagner and Lorraine Roth
Pat Malozzi
July 24, 2009
Wanda and family,
Martha's struggles have finally come to an end and she is peacefully sleeping in the hands of God.
She certainly led a full life in the short time she spent on earth.
My sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time.
Love, Pat
July 24, 2009
Wanda, you were an amazing caring daughter. No Mom could ever hope for more. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Joan Wieder
Reynold & Dena Gabel
July 24, 2009
Gary and Donna,
Our heartfelt condolences to you both,your families and your siblings on the lost of your mother.
July 24, 2009
Dear Kern Cousins, So sorry for the loss of your mom. She had a long hard journey, as did you all right with her. She is at peace now. Even though, she was so sick, its never easy to lose someone you love. Take care, we love you all. Brian and Sally
Irene Rock
July 24, 2009
Dear Wanda and family,
We are so sorry for you loss.
She is in a better place.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
If we can do anything let me know.
Love and God Bless,
Irene and Harry
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