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Agathe von Trapp Obituary
Von Trapp, 97, died Tuesday at a hospice in the Baltimore suburb of Towson after suffering congestive heart failure in November, said Mary Louise Kane. Kane and von Trapp lived together for five decades and ran a kindergarten at the Sacred Heart Catholic parish in nearby Glyndon until 1993.
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Von Trapp was the oldest daughter of Austrian naval Capt. Georg Ritter von Trapp. His seven children by his first wife, Agathe Whitehead von Trapp, were the basis for the singing family in the 1959 play and 1965 film, which won the Oscar for best picture.
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The widowed captain had three more children with his second wife, Maria Augusta Kutschera. They performed together as the Trapp Family Singers.
Agathe, a guitarist, was represented in the film by 16-going-on-17 Liesl, played by Charmian Carr. But Agathe was far more reserved than the outgoing Liesl, Kane said.
Although Agathe admired the movie, she felt it misrepresented her father as too strict and not as the loving, caring parent he was, Kane said.
"She cried when she first saw it because of the way they portrayed him," Kane said. "She said that if it had been about another family she would have loved it."
Von Trapp wrote her memoir, "Memories Before and After The Sound of Music," published in September by Harper Paperbacks, to set the record straight, Kane said.
Johannes von Trapp, the youngest of the children, said Agathe was a private person who also was a talented sketch artist.
He said she will be buried in the spring at a cemetery at the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, Vt.
Agathe's death leaves four surviving members of the Trapp Family Singers: Maria von Trapp, 96; Rosmarie von Trapp, 81; Elenore "Lorli" von Trapp Campbell, 79; and Johannes, 71.
Copyright © 2010 The Associated Press
141 Entries
Hedy Tick
April 26, 2015
May her memory be a Blessing to all who knew and knew of her.
Bridget Sunderlin
January 10, 2011
Miss Trapp was one of the most wonderful teachers I ever shared the classroom with at Sacred Heart. Her milk and cookies bring back fond memories. She will be greatly missed by the hundreds, if not thousands of kindergarten children she served.
Fanny A. Mercado
January 8, 2011
Dear Von Trapp Family,
My sincerest condolences. Having visited the Trapp Family Lodge and communicating with Ms. Agathe 3 years ago kept my heart closer to her. Thank you Miss Mary Louise for being there with Ms. Agathe. May her soul rest in peace and eternal light shine upon her. God bless.
Laura Morris
January 3, 2011
Bless your family during your time of grievences. Your family inspired a wonderful movie as your beautiful family and all of the wonderful voices the good Lord gave to you all.
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Beverly Moore
January 3, 2011
The Sound of Music, what joy it's brought to my family for many, many years. I thank God for your mother. May God continue to bless your family at this time of sorrow.
Niki Luther
January 3, 2011
Althought the Sound of Music might not have been true to your own memories, it nevertheless told a story of a family full of love and courage. This is a legacy of which to be proud. I'm sure those gone before you have now welcomed you home.
Laurie Smith-Shaw
January 3, 2011
From the Green Mountain's, Let God rest your soul and may the sweet music of the Angel's welcome you home
Ruth
January 3, 2011
My condolences to the family on your loss. May the Bible's promises for the future bring you comfort and peace. (Is. 61:2)
January 2, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
graciela villanueva
January 2, 2011
Your family has been an inspiration to my family. May you rest in peace in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Nancy Rosaroso
January 2, 2011
The sound of music was a grate movie to this day my family and i
see it togeather and their 10 and 9 Rest well Agathe.
Nancy Rosaroso and Family.
Marie Deluca
January 2, 2011
God Bless your Soul & Spirit in heaven. The story of your family "The sound Of Music" was a very special movie to my family and myself. We all looked forward to watching "The Sound Of Music", as a family every year. It was my Mother's Favorite Movie. I will keep you, and your family in my prayers.
Marie Deluca
January 2, 2011
God bless your soul & spirit in heaven. The story of your beautiful family "The Sound Of Music", was a very special movie to my whole family, including myself. We all looked forward to watching the "Sound Of Music" every year as a family. It was my Mother's favorite movie. God bless your whole family.
Pat
January 2, 2011
Dear von Trapp Family,
I have been to the camp and to the Lodge a number of times. A beautiful location-Agathe led a long and productive life. Hope we all do as well.
P.M.,Southampton,NJ
Louise Flores
January 2, 2011
You will sing with the angels now. Louise Flores
pete ulicny
January 2, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Henryk Zaleski
January 2, 2011
Rest in peace.
Frederic& Nina Sherrerd
January 2, 2011
Dear Family von Trapp, having seen the original movie in the 1960's, and now living in Austria for the past 40 years, we feel that your family is part of this Country's History. May God give your sister eternal rest, and we are sure that her Soul now Floats over her former Homeland.Our Deepest Condolences.
WILLIAM & DOROTHY CALLAHAN
January 2, 2011
GOD's blessings and our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Our family has watched SOUND OF MUSIC everytime it is on T>V> etc.
We are in our late 70's. We have a nephew -in-law who escaped as a little boy from the Hitler regime. You are a very strong family.
REST IN PEACE MY DEAR AGATHE, REST IN PEACE.
Officer Tom and Donna Sparrow
January 2, 2011
Tom and Donna Sparrow
January 2, 2011
It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Judith Chesson
January 2, 2011
My knowledge of this family began when my parents took me to the production in Washington DC when I was 6, and I have been hooked on them since. They bought me the album, and I learned every song, and would play it non-stop. At 13, the theater in my hometown put on the production and I was Marta in that play. I am so sorry for the loss of one of these family members. My heart is with you all and my prayers will be for you as well. God Bless.
Sarah Demers
January 1, 2011
Dear Family Von Trapp so sorry to hear of Agathe passing. I am 52 and just recently watched The Sound of Music. I was so moved by the story that I investigated into the true story and I am so glad I did. the true story is as moving as the musical. I could not believe that the Captain was so strict and was very happy to find out in real life he was not. I feel sad that I had not seen the movie sooner. I would of liked to have known of this family before now. I only have been reading the true stories in the past few days and when I saw this posting about Agathe I was stunned. I thought it was an old posting. It might sound strange but I feel a loss in my own heart. My son and my mother and my stepdad visited the lodge in Stowe VT about 15 years ago when he was just a boy. He never stopped talking about it. He said he got to sing with the Von Trapp family and wrote many pages in his journal about it. You family has inspired many many people. God bless you all. The angles are going sounding even sweeter now that Agathe has joined them. My dear grandmother of 95 passed in July 2010. It was hard to have someone in your life that long and when they pass it seems so unreal. May all the memories of her heal your heart. I send my deepest sympathy. - Sarah Demers New Hampshire USA
Linda Dahling
January 1, 2011
So sorry to hear of your loss of Agathe, I am sure she will be missed by all your family & friends.I stayed at your lodge during the fall foliage tour 2009 & saw that your family had a very strong bond with each other. Please accept my condolences.
Robie Barile
January 1, 2011
One of my fondest memories growing up was watching the school production of the Sound of Music which my father produced in our school at the age of 8. It was my first experience to musicals. After the show was finished, my mother made clothing out of the curtains used in the show. From that day on, I followed the Von Trapp history and fell in love with your family. My condolences to your family. Agathe will be missed. Thank you to your family for entering our lives. You are a very inspiring family. Agathe's life will continue to inspire us and the strength and love that she showed to others will always be remembered.
Maureen Cahill-Digan
January 1, 2011
Hello Monique
Sorry to hear of the death of your dear Aunt Agathe.
I don't know if you will remember me, we where room-mates at Childrens Hospital some years ago.
I pray you and your family are doing well.
God bless,
If you would like to email I have left my email address.
Maureen Cahill-Digan
[email protected]
January 1, 2011
I remember Mrs. VonTrapp coming to Spencer Mass to theSt. Joseph Abbey of Trappist Monks and staying at the Hotel Massassoit. I even opened the door for her at the Hotel. May God Bless all the Trapp Family. I always thought she had a family member at the Monastery. I have a lovely memory of her...she was so cordial to me when I opened the door. [email protected]
Margaret Beard
January 1, 2011
To the Family and Friends of Mrs. Agathe Von Trapp,
I am very sorry for your loss. May you find the strength and comfort from our Heavenly Father to endure this difficult time in your lives." For He is the God of comfort for all those who are mourning. " Isaiah 61:2. He comfort us in all our tribulations.
You are in my prayers.
M B
January 1, 2011
To the Family and Friends of Mrs. Agathe Von Trapp,
I am very sorry for your loss. May you find the strength and comfort from our Heavenly Father to endure this difficult time in your lives." For He is the God of comfort for all those who are mourning. " Isaiah 61:2. He comfort us in all our tribulations.
You are in my prayers.
R L Reed
January 1, 2011
Von Trapp Family,
I loved the SOUND OF MUSIC what a classic family movie. Brings me such fond memories, and making new ones. May God comfort and strenghten you all during this time of such deep sorrow.
(Revelation 21:3.4)
M Jones
December 31, 2010
My condolences go out to the family and friends. I recently watch the sound of music with my daughter for the 1st time and she loves it.
Mr. & Mrs. H. L. Howard
December 31, 2010
Our deepest Sympathy to the Von Trapp Family. May you always be blessed with the good memories of your love one. We will always remember the story of your family from the movie the Sound of Music. God bless you all.
Noel Ballatin
December 31, 2010
From times past. We seem to forget the heroics some families undertook to escape the situation at the time.
We should all pause and pray this never happens again.
Agathe was a genuinely sincere, loving and giving person. She will be sadly missed by all, especially those closest.
May God bless the Von Trapp family, and God Bless Agathe Von Trapp.
December 31, 2010
VON TRAPP FAMILY,
OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY. YOU CAN ALWAYS FIND COMFORT IN THE HOLY SCRIPTURES THAT TELLS US "DEATH IS AN ENEMY" AND "WILL BE DONE AWAY WITH". (1 COR. 15:26) MAY THE FOND MEMORIES FOREVER REMAIN IN YOUR HEARTS AS THE SOUND OF MUSIC WILL REMAIN IN OURS.
LEB FAMILY
December 31, 2010
My deepest condolances to the Von Trapp Family. After reading her biography I wrote to Agathe von Trapp to tell her how much I enjoyed her book and love the Sound of Music and she wrote the kindest note back. She will be greatly missed.
December 31, 2010
Sixteen going on Seventeen was my favorite song in the Sound of Music movie. I was 16 at the time and boy crazy and dreamed of being Lesiel
D Krueger
December 31, 2010
May she rest in peace -- I have many fond memories of her mother and her mother's VW car and times our family stayed at the family lodge in the 60s and 70s when I was a child. That was before the huge build out - and I remember my mother and Maria speaking in native German.
John
December 31, 2010
To the Herrick family and friends...... We would like to offer a message of comfort and hope to the family , we are truly sorry for the family's loss , have faith in the promise God made of better days to come when we won't have to experience such pain and suffering ever again . Psalms 37:10,11, 29 are very encouraging and comforting ,we offer our deepest condolence.
Donna Lippert
December 31, 2010
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of Agathe Von Trapp. We just finished watching the Sound of Music this weekend. My condolences to all of the family members. Maybe next year we will visit Stowe Vermont to see her family.
Debbie Maderia
December 31, 2010
My sympathy and condolences to all the family. Thank you for sharing your family with ours all these years.
Wanda Henry
December 31, 2010
My prayers are for the loved ones of Agathe Von Trapp who well always love her. May our Lord Jehovah be with you also at this time. Through your prayer He will give you the comfort and the strength you need doing this time of bereavement.
Rosanne Herlitz
December 31, 2010
God Bless the remaining family members and R.I.P. Agathe. your life has enlightened the world, now move on and enlighten the world on the other side :)
December 31, 2010
You'll always be in our hearts
Melisa Cunningham, Woodstock, GA
Carol McCall
December 31, 2010
Ths Sound of Music is my all time favorite movie. Thank you for sharing your story and for the wonderful music and life's lessons you left behind. May God sustain you during your time of grief and know that you will all be together again in Heaven one day. Carol McCall, Fisherville, KY
JOAN C. GOLEC
December 31, 2010
MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO EVERYONE.
I LOVED THE MOVIE "THE SOUND OF MUSIC" WHICH I WATCHED WITH MY CHILDREN YEARLY. MAY THE "HAPPY MEMORIES" OF AGATHE GIVE YOU PEACE IN YOUR HEARTS FOREVER. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH EVERYONE DURING THESE DAYS OF DEEP SORROW. WARM HUGS,
Mary Seaver
December 31, 2010
My heartfelt condolences go out to Mary Louise. I know the loneliness and loss you feel all too well, having experienced it myself in exactly the same way. May God bless you until you and Agathe can be reunited.
December 31, 2010
God Bless
Bob & Davida Farber
December 31, 2010
Rest in peace Agathe, you gave so much to this world, thank you.
sharon s
December 31, 2010
rest in peace agathe. your love for music with live on thru the sound of music.
SANDRA & PAUL JACKSON
December 31, 2010
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Linda Morris
December 31, 2010
Rest in Peace, Agathe Von Trapp. My condolences and prayers to her wonderful family. When I was a teenager in 1972, I read the book "The Trapp Family Singers" and it had a profound affect on my life. I have always loved the real story of the real family, not just "The Sound of Music" version. I'll always remember the phrase "God's will hath no why".
Cloe Dance
December 31, 2010
I just watched the tribute celebration of the Von Trapp family on Oprah... It was a heartwarming reminder of the times I have watched the movie; in part and the whole, and heard the wonderful music through the years..The film has blessed many lives; brave and passionate family..amidst extremely difficult times. Heaven surely gained more than just a singer.. Can't wait until I get there to join the choir or help tune the instruments that will be played for a remarkable-never-before presentation of praise to the Lord. More than the hills will resound to the sound of music.
K Green
December 30, 2010
Thank you for the gift of music & your love and dedication to children!
Linda Hoski
December 30, 2010
Our Deepest Sympathy On The Passing Of Agathe.My Family And I Went To See The Von Trapp Great Grandchildren Perform A Show In Allentown,Pa. In 2006.The Sound Of Music Is Our Favorite Movie Of All Time.Rest In Peace Agathe. The Hoski Family.
Tom Griggs and Family
December 30, 2010
I shall always remember our wonderful vacations at the Van Trapp summer cottage. After many years my children sti still cry when we watch the movie. The Van Trapp family has given us a life time of memories. God bless Miss Vann Trapp
Patti Knapp
December 30, 2010
Thank you for the gift of hope. Agathe is resting in the lap of God.
Christine McCarthy
December 30, 2010
I send my deepest condolences to the Von Trapp family on the death of Agathe. I just saw the movie on Sunday and Oprah repeated the show she did on the 45th anniversary of the movie on Thursday. I have read all the books both fact and fiction on the family and have done a scrapbook on the movie as well as a another on the family. I have visited the lodge many times and have met Maria, the daughter. Again my deepest condolences and I love the way you have remained so close as an family.
SGT
December 30, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Trapp family. May God be with you at this very difficult time. Our love ones leave us but they leave us a life time of memories to cherish.
BETHANY AND MARGIE AND JAN PHILLIPS
December 30, 2010
TO THE VON TRAPP FAMILY? JUST SAW THE MOVIE ON SUNDAY? YOU HAVE OUR PRAYERS
Barbara Murphy
December 30, 2010
My deepest sympathy to Miss Kane and the Von Trapp Family. I was saddened to hear of Miss Trapp's passing. I was very fortunate to have had Miss Trapp and Miss Kane for my kndergarten teachers at Sacred Heart. My time in kindergarten is one of my most cherished childhood memories. I remember Miss Trapp trying to teach us German. I only wish that I could remember some of it. Miss Kane and Miss Trapp made that time special for me and they were such wonderful and loving teachers. I still have my kindergarten class picture and will always treasure it. I have often wondered how these ladies were doing. I know now that Miss Trapp is in God's loving arms and I wish Miss Kane a long and healthy life. God bless.
Love, Barbara (and my mother, Mary) Murphy
Barbara Murphy
December 30, 2010
My deepest sympathy to Miss Kane and the Von Trapp Family. I was very fortunate to have been taught by Miss Kane and Miss Trapp. Kindergarten at Sacred Heart is one of my most cherished memories. I remember Miss Trapp trying to teach us some German. I only wish I could remember some of it. Both women were wonderful teachers. I still have my kindergarten class picture and will always treasure it. Memories are wonderful and do help with the grieving process. I often wondered how these ladies were. Now I know that Miss Trapp is in God's loving arms and I pray that Miss Kane has a long and healthy life.
Love, Barbara Murphy (and my mother, Mary Murphy)
December 30, 2010
My deepest sympathies at this very sad time. Thanks goes to all the Von Trapp family for what they gave to the world.
dennis and donna hicks
December 30, 2010
the von trapp family is in our prayers. i loved the movie the sound of music. it was the best movie.
Joanne Brady
December 30, 2010
You will be missed and I will never forget the first time I met you and your warm welcome. You did help me celebrate one of my many birthdays and for that I will always be thankful.
Andrea Loidl
December 30, 2010
R.I.P. Agathe von Trapp (12.03. 1913 - 28.12. 2010).
Susan Lennon
December 30, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Von Trapp family. May you rest in peace Agathe with your loving family members who went before you...The Sound Of Music is my all time favorite movie? My heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the Von Trapp family...
DENNY MARTIN
December 30, 2010
THANK YOU AND YOUR TALENTED AND LOVING FAMILY FOR BRINGING A GREAT AUSTRIAN HERITAGE TO AMERICA.YOUR STORY IS NOTHING SHORT OF INSPIRATIONAL.I HAVE A TAPE OF VON TRAPP SINGERS AND I PLAY IT FROM TIME TO TIME TO RELAX BECAUSE IT SOUNDS LIKE THE ANGELS ARE SINGING AND HAS A SOOTHING,CALMING EFFECT ON MY SOUL,WHICH YOU HAVE TOUCHED AND SHARED THIS PASSION WITH THE WORLD.GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.THERE IS ANOTHER ANGEL IN HEAVEN TO SING NOW AND WE WILL ALL BE ABLE TO HEAR IT A LITTLE BETTER FROM THE DISTANCE THAT SEPARATES US. :))
MY LOVE TO YOU,MISS VON TRAPP, DENNY MARTIN.
DENNY MARTIN
December 30, 2010
tttTHANK YOU AND YOUR TALENTED AND LOVING FAMILY FOR BRINGING A GREAT AUSTRIAN HERITAGE TO AMERICA.YOUR STORY IS NOTHING SHORT OF INSPIRATIONAL.I HAVE A TAPE OF VON TRAPP SINGERS AND I PLAY IT FROM TIME TO TIME TO RELAX BECAUSE IT SOUNDS LIKE THE ANGELS ARE SINGING AND HAS AA SOOTHING,CALMING EFFECT ON MY SOUL,WHICH YOU HAVE TOUCHED AND SHARED THIS PASSION WITH THE WORLD.GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.THERE IS ANOTHER ANGEL IN HEAVEN TO SING NOW AND WE WILL ALL BE ABLE TO HEAR IT A LITTLE BETTER FROM THE DISTANCE THAT SEPARATES US. :))
MY LOVE TO YOU,MISS VON TRAPP, DENNY MARTIN.
lisa jarrell
December 30, 2010
God Bless the von Trapps family accept my deepest sympathy to each everyone in the family in my prayer for now.
Kevin
December 30, 2010
Perhaps Hollywood portrayed your family poorly, nonetheless, the von Trapp family has inspired millions, and have welcomed and entertained perhaps as many in through the years. Peace be to you Agathe, and your family.
December 30, 2010
I played a nun in the chorus when we put on the musical. I would love to read Agathe's book and to go to Stowe, VT.
Mary Pat Aravanis
Rockville, MD
Kathleen Barr
December 30, 2010
I wish to offer my sincere condolences, I will pray that she is quickly reunited with all who passed before her. I consider myself lucky to have had a glimpse into the journey of such a wonderful family, and am thankful that they chose to allow us to share those memories with us.
She may have worried about the negative light it shed on him, but it is quite the opposite for most people I know. My fondest memory of "Sound..." was realizing how much love and courage it took for her Father to to keep his family together.
God bless her surviving family and friends, may God help you remember the smiles and good times as you mourn the loss of such a wonderful person.
Loretta Fowlkes
December 30, 2010
Whether completely true or fiction, The Sound of Music was "inspired" by a great family. Thank you for allowing us, the public, to look inside what your family experienced during that time in Austria. The Sound of Music was the first musical I ever performed in and has remained my favorite. My children and I watched it again this week on TV and I recalled my first experience as an understudy for "your" part. Thank you for sharing the gifts and talents God blessed you with. My deepest sympathy goes out to your remaining loved ones.
Sharon Kerkman
December 30, 2010
My deepest sympathy to a wonderful and beautiful family. The Sound of Music is my all time favorite movie, and I loved Liesel in that film. Agathe had a long and fruitful life. May she rest in peace with all her family who have gone before her.
Dorcas Winfrey
December 30, 2010
My condolences to all the family, but especially to Miss Maria (3rd daughter who is now 96). I met her in southern California about 20 years ago and found her to be an absolutely delightful lady. She also said that the movie took liberties with their story, especially about how strict their father was, which she said was not true. I appreciate this family which has shared of themselves with the world.
Dawn Key
December 30, 2010
I have watched The Sound of Music many times over the Years and i find it so relaxing, I sing along with the movie, I was sad to Hear that Agathe Von Trapp Passed away, Even tho i live in Vermont i have never been to Stowe to the Von Trapp Lodge there, But i have heard wonderful things about the Lodge.
Agathe is looking down over the rest of her family from Heaven, May she rest in Peace
Jane Dowling
December 30, 2010
God bless you and your loved ones...
Linda Lindley
December 30, 2010
My condolences & prayers to the Von Trapp family. I first saw the Sound of
Music when I was a small child & it
was released in a theater. I then
watched it when it was on TV each &
every time. Even after I bought the
VHS, I still watch it when it shows up
on TV. I know that movie word for
word. Miss Agathe Von Trapp will always
be remembered for her gracious
contribution of the Sound of Music. God bless the whole Von Trapp family.
Robert Fricks
December 30, 2010
Sorry to hear of your loss it is also a lost for musical history of The Sound Of Music we all liked the movie.
Kathy Danyi
December 30, 2010
My deepest sympathy to a wonderful family. The Sound of Music is my all time favorite movie.
Debbie Turner
December 30, 2010
I only wish I had had a chance to hear them in person. I pray she is reunited with the family members who have gone before her. The music you and your family gave to the world will live forever. Be at peace, Agathe.
Cynthia O'Connor
December 30, 2010
My condolences to Miss Kane and the family. May you rest in Peace and Gods loving arms be rapped around your loved ones and family.
Colleen Lawlor
December 30, 2010
Ms Kane and the von Trapps, please accept my deepest sympathy. I had the pleasure of being a student at Sacred Heart in the 70s and I will always remember my wonderful experiences and encounters with Ms. von Trapp. She will be missed, but I am better for having known her! Much love!
Cathy` MacCarthy-Reynolds
December 30, 2010
Dear Family of Agathe von Trapp and all the extended Trapp family members. Your family was an intregal part of our growing up years, in the 50's and we truly remember the Music Camp and your concerts and our stays with you most fondly. We still play your music, with deep interest. We remember Barbara Stechow and the others. Our
sincere sympathy, prayers and love to each and everyone, especially during this time of sorrow. God's Blessings to all of you from the MacCarthy family in Connecticut. Please Keep in touch, as your late Mom is our sister
Martina's (named after your sister-who passed earlier) church GodMother.
God's Blessings, the MacCarthyFamily
pam alston
December 30, 2010
i have enjoyed your families story and all my children where raised with it,and now their children,its a christmas staple in our home,thanks for the memories............................
Amanda Hunt Franklin
December 30, 2010
To Ms. Kane and the von Trapp Family: Everyone is sharing your sorrow in the loss of one so dear. I attended Sacred Heart Kindergarten and had the honor and privilege of learning from Ms. Kane and Ms. Trapp. Ms. Trapp was a warm and lovely woman - I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Cindy
December 30, 2010
My sympathy's to this wonderful family. God be with all of you!
December 30, 2010
My prayers go out to you all! May God keep you and help you all thru this hard time.
Gay McBride Texas
carole chitty
December 30, 2010
i just watched "the sound of music" on tv the other day for the umpteenth time. never get tired of it. just a wonderful story. my prayers go out to the family of agathe von trapp. god bless
Terry Weber
December 30, 2010
I had the pleasure of meeting Ms. von Trapp when she came to our office for physical therapy several years ago. She was a very sweet and interesting lady. God Bless her.
Laurel Levaggi
December 30, 2010
Just Monday night I stayed up late to watch the movie I had seen umteen times before.....it is a wonderful story and all the people pertrayed find a place in your heart....I thought "The Captain" ended up being a wonderful loving, teasing and proud father to his children and am sorry Agathe didn't see that in the film......
SANDRA & PAUL JACKSON
December 30, 2010
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Maralena
December 30, 2010
So very sorry for your loss. "Sound of Music" is my all-time favorite movie. It is a wonderful story of the Von Trapp family. May all of your memories bring you comfort and peace.
December 30, 2010
I won the book about the Trapp Family Singers while in grade school and long before "The Sound of Music" movie, was acquinted with their story. They were & are a wonderful family and when they are represented only by that movie leaves much to be desired. My sympathy to their loss and my admiration always. Fondest best regards from WV: Dr Joan L Moore
D. Richards
December 30, 2010
What a joy this family brought with their beautiful music, incredible life, and amazing escape.
December 30, 2010
God Bless the Trapp family---we were guest at your family home in Salzburg only two weeks ago--what a beautiful home for a beautiful family.
Jacquie and Tom Crews, La Quinta, California
December 30, 2010
To the Von Trapp family,
I recently visited Stowe, Vermont and the Inn. I can only imagine the beauty of her smile as she also stood where I stood. May her beautiful legacy and smile bring great joyful memories and May God Bless those who made her life so wonderful until her passing.
Cathy Trowbridge
Emily McAlister
December 30, 2010
I remember going to Radio CIty Music Hall when the film first came out. I was 14 and on a class trip. I fell in love with the movie and the music. Rest in Peace. You and your family gave us the love of music and the appreciation of it and well as the history of your family. God Bless. Emily McAlister
Pat Reynolds
December 30, 2010
This was one of the most courageous families I ever read about, or was prilivedged to see a movie about. The strict Father image was not the issue for me as a 14 year old, it was the way the von Trapp family worked together to keep each other safe and stay as happy as possible during the most trying of times. I would have traded place with either of them as I saw all of them as heros to each other. God Bless each of you as you face another trying time and know that God had great plans for the lady which I think with her strength and enduring love she must have fully reached this goal set by the heavenly Father.
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