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for Lester Ciesemier
Ellie & Mike Whiteman
April 12, 2019
It's so hard to believe that he has been gone from us since 2012. We have wonderful memories of lots of great times together with him and Yvonne. One of our favorites is the trip to Italy ~~ he made a terrific video of the whole vacation.
Tiffany Campos
May 15, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I truly enjoyed having the opportunity to meet you both. My prayers go out to your and your family. Best wishes to you all.
Mike Cohen
April 29, 2012
Mr "C" tought 4 of my kids! He was a GREAT teacher and ALL the kids loved him!
Delores Korff
April 28, 2012
Dear Yvonne and Family,
With deepest feelings, may I offer my condolences on the passing of Les. At this difficult time, it is hard to know the right words to say. One of my favorite bible passages for comfort after a loved one has passed is from John, Chapter 14, verse 2. Jesus reminds the apostles that he is leaving them to prepare a place for them in His Father's house which has many rooms. I hope you will find comfort and strength to face the days ahead. May God bless you and bring you peace.
Delores, a classmate from St. Dominics.
Carrie Stone-Curtis
April 27, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss Mrs. C. and family. Back in 1971 Mr. C was my 5th grade teacher at Algonquin Elementary school. He was a very good man and the best teacher I've ever known. My most vivid memory of him was the Christmas Concert at school. I'm positive they sang "Do You Hear What I Hear" every year, but we sure thought we were the first and the only. I still clearly see him leaning against the wall with a smile on his face as we all cheerfully and loudly sang..."with a voice as big as Mr. C's"! He was a joy and he will truly be missed. God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. But, be assured he's now singing with the angels.
Jodie and Debbie Gordon
April 27, 2012
Les, you will be missed. The Canada trip won't be the same without you. Lary and Josh were lucky to have a Dad and Grandpa like you as a role model. Yvonne, you and the rest of the family are in our prayers.
Marlene Logemann
April 27, 2012
No matter the "stage" of Les' cancer, he was always filled with hope. He was truly a beautiful example in which we all could follow in our sufferings. He knew that the Lord was with him and watching over him. Now his suffering is over and he is resting in the arms of the One who created him and loves him. He will be missed by all who knew him, but his memories will always be with us. I will miss him at daily Mass, his smiling face, his gentle words, and his name for me...Molly (a name that only my dad used for me). May God comfort you, Yvonne, and your family during these difficult days. May you feel His peace, His love, and His hope in your lives. God bless you all...
Debra Umlauft (Hoffmann)
April 26, 2012
I wish to send my condolences to you and your family. I have great memories of Mr. C as one of my 5th grade teachers. Best wishes to you and your family.
John Fierro
April 26, 2012
Our sincere wishes and prayers to all of your family from the Fierro family
April 25, 2012
We were sorry to hear of Les' passing. The photos show that his was a life well lived. Our deepest sympathy to all of your family. He will be missed.
Sharon and Don Wolfgram
Donna (Wolff) Pirelli
April 24, 2012
I'm so sorry for the loss of "Mr. C." I was one of his 5th grade students many years ago. He is the only teacher I have fond memories of. I've thought of him often over the years. He was one of a kind and will be truely missed. Very glad to have had him in my life. He truely made a difference.
Melissa Bostwick
April 23, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family Mr. C. You were a great teacher, loved by so many..
April 23, 2012
Eileen & I are so saddend by the loss of Les, indeed over the last 10 years that we have known each other, you and les became great friends. We will miss him greatly. Our love and prayers are with you and your family,
Love Eileen and Bob Pfohl
dick lambert
April 23, 2012
Yvonne, so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many good memories of Les from St. Elizabeth Grade School to the Brown Deer Jaycees, to fun in Ontonagon, MI. Mr. "C" was also a favorite teacher of our two kids in B.D. when we resised there. Rest in peace Les,for a job well done on earth! Dick & Marlene Lambert, Ontonagon, Mi. & Cottonwood, Az.
Sarah Gibbs
April 22, 2012
Deepest sympathy to your family. Mr. C will forever be fondly remembered by the students of Brown Deer. His enthusiasm for life is what I remember most.
Thank you, Mr. C...you made a difference.
April 22, 2012
Dear Ciesemeier family, I am truly sorry for your loss. It has been forty-three years since I sat in Mr. C's fifth grade Algonquin classroom, but he has never been forgotten. I can honestly say that I have thought of him often over the years, mostly when I sent my own daughters to school and hoped they were fortunate enough to have the positive student/teacher experience that I had. I remember he made school fun, and he even allowed me the priviledge of giving the weekly spelling test many times during the course of that school year. Funny the things you remember after forty-three years. Good things. Tim Moriarty Mukwonago, WI
John Tirone
April 22, 2012
I knew Les thru he being on my bowling team, he was a great partner and friendly to all. My condolences to the family. Our prayers are with the family.In Christ's Love John Tirone
April 22, 2012
Dear Yvonne so sorry to hear about Les's passing. John are I are deeply sorry for your loss. He has found a better place in heaven. God Bless and keep you and your family at this sad time.
John and Mary Birmingham
Cape Coral, Florida--from Mailwaukee Wisconsin
April 22, 2012
Mr. C was a great teacher and will be missed by many. Condolences to the family. -Tim & Richella Singers (WI)
April 22, 2012
He was one of the very best teachers! He inspired many!
Bruce & Susan Bergeron
April 22, 2012
We were very saddened to learn of Les' passing. He was a one of a kind and will remain in our hearts forever.
Yvonne, we express our love and prayers to you and your family.
Bruce and Susan Bergeron
Rhonda Wills
April 22, 2012
A wonderful elementary school teacher who inspired many. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
Kerrin Kraft-Yates
April 22, 2012
Mr. C was one of my favorite teachers from grade school. It was very sad to see this. My thoughts and prayers to his family.
April 22, 2012
Dear Yvonne, I'm sorry to hear of Les' passing, I know he fought a long hard battle. You could always count on Les for a great hug & he also encouraged me along several hurdles over the years at Palm Hill.
My prayers & thoughts are with you & your family during this time of grief.
A big hug to you from, June P.
April 22, 2012
"Mr. C" was a favorite teacher at BD Middle School. Fond memories of him taking us roller skating at Starlite. :)
So sorry for your loss,
Holly (Josephson) DeGroot
April 22, 2012
Dear Yvonne and Family, Betty and I are very sorry about the loss of Les. He will be deeply missed. We had some great golfing days together which I will truly miss. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you. Carl and Betty
Bob Young
April 22, 2012
After living a lifetime with the same person, it's hard to say goodbye. Les was a magnificent person. He lived life to the fullest; he loved his family and his many friends; he was also ready to volunteer and to help when he could. He will be missed not only by his family but also by the Palm Hill community. When Karen and I came to Palm Hill in the fall of 2004, you and Les were among the five people we met. Karen fondly remembers Les telling her she was a saint for teaching first graders. He is etched in our memories.
The last time I talked with Les, he asked that I pray, not for him, but for you.
Karen and Bob
April 22, 2012
Dear Yvonne:
I am so sorry for your loss in the passing of Les. I wish you the best in the time to come.
Dora Nicinski Saint John New Brunswick
Shelley Hernandez
April 22, 2012
I'm really going to miss my most favorite and most fun uncle! I have only the best memories of him from my childhood. As a kid it was always fun to go over to my aunt and uncle's house because I knew my uncle would find a surprise quarter in my pants pocket! Christmas memories are of course my favorite - the presents were great, but the FUNNIES were the BEST! I still miss the "tacky" lights and the flashlights. I am convinced Grandma and Grandpa Wagner were waiting for Uncle Les when he crossed over, and Mrs. C. was there ready to be with her son again. I will miss Uncle Les so much, and I am so grateful we had that one last family reunion with all of us together, and my girls got to know him too. We love you, Uncle Les!
April 21, 2012
We met Les & Yvonne the first year we moved into Palm Hill - a great and friendly couple.
Our sincere condolences Yvonne for your loss - Les will be missed by many.
Micheline & Bob Petersen
April 21, 2012
Les was always so upbeat and a great leader for our bike club in Palm Hill. He will be greatly missed. May God be with all of the family. Linda Corish
April 21, 2012
Yvonne it has been such a privilege to have known Les,We will both miss him.Thinking of you and your family.
Lots of love Pete and Sally UK.
James Collis
April 21, 2012
Dear Yvonne and Family,
I was very sorry to hear about Les Passing Away last week. I know he fought the good fight with cancer. I will really miss seeing you and Les at Coffee. He was a Great Friend and I have many fond memories of him.
I will keep you both in my daily prayers.
Love,
Jim Collis
Patti &Jeff Schwartzlow
April 21, 2012
Our hearts go out to Yvonne and family. We will miss the smiles, hugs and his hearty laugh when ever we would see Les. Remember we are a phone call away.
April 21, 2012
SAYING SO LONG TO A FRIEND AND NEIGHBOR IS ALWAYS HARD. BUT WE KNOW SOME DAY WE WILL SEE EACH OTHER AGAIN. HELEN & BARRY SPINNEY
Jean Woolf
April 21, 2012
He put up the good fight!!! A great guy, and a great friend, My deepest sympathy to you and your family in your great loss. Always remember the good times and the love you shared.
April 21, 2012
We remember how welcome we were made to feel on our first meeting with Les, Yvonne and his friends which was on the Transatlantic Cruise in 2009 and our daily pre dinner cocktails at the bar on the Promenade Deck. We only knew Les and Yvonne for a few years but Linda experienced Les's loving hugs many times. Our thoughts are with you Yvonne at this time. As we are back in the UK we will be thinking of you and your family on the 27th April.
Love - Richard and Linda from the UK.
Jerry Beiersdorf
April 20, 2012
Yvonne:
Sorry to hear you lost our partner. May God's peace be with you and your family. Peace -Jerry Beiersdorf Charlotte NC
April 20, 2012
We have such wonderful memories that started with meeting you both at the mail station in Palm Hill ~~ our friendship with Les & Yvonne which included many trips and fun times together made our move to Florida easier. Friends like you are rare and we will miss Les and his awesome "long hugs". Yvonne, you and your family were blessed to have such a loving, strong man and we know it was as hard for him to leave you as it is for you to have him gone. We are here for you always.
Love, Ellie & Mike (The Villages, Florida)
Gemma Ciesemier
April 20, 2012
We all are better people because of Dad's life. He was full of knowledge and love for people. He is a man that will never be forgotten.
I have great peace in knowing that he is rejoicing with The Lord now!
Bonney Schuette Oelschlager
April 20, 2012
Yvonne, I never met Les, but if you chose each other I know the love was real and comforting. I join my prayers of comfort and strength with your family and friends to help bring you peace.
Len & Marie Riebau
April 19, 2012
We are so sorry to hear about Les. He is now in a Place with no pain. We are sure he is watching over the family. Have not seen any of you for a long time but you have not been forgotten.
April 19, 2012
To our fellow Wisconsinite, Les, has given us great memories, we will miss his smiles and hugs. Patti & Jeff Schwartzlow ( Milton, WI.)
Ann Keckonen
April 19, 2012
Dear Yvonne,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. You and Les had many good years together and I hope happy memories will give you comfort now. We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers.
Thom and Shari Brown
April 19, 2012
Dear Yvonne and Family,
We are heartsick at the loss of Les in our lives. He has always been a strong role model for us and a trusted friend who we could always count on for love and support. Our lives will never be the same without him. Our memories are filled with fun times with our families camping in Wisconsin, taking our Corvette's to car shows in WI and IL and getting together to celebrate family life events.
It is because of Les and you, that we moved to Palm Hill and have enjoyed 4 wonderful years of fun and friendship in the this beautiful part of the world. As we look around here, we see evidence of Les's hard work all around us from him helping to make the decisions about the signs at the entrances to our park, to starting the Bicycle Club, working each year as the Chairman of the Electronics Committee on our Bazaar Fundraiser, and serving on the South Recreation Board and for several years as the Sports Director. He also served a 2 year term as the President of the Palm Hill Men's Golf Association, grilled hot dogs at the monthly mixed scrambles, and for many years personally made all the plaques for those who made a hole-in-one on our golf course. Because of his history of fairness and dedication in the park, Les has also been an important part of the Palm Hill Buildings and Grounds Committee.
We will cherish the photos and memories we have of all of us together enjoying each others friendships and shared values. It is an honor to have known such a fine, caring child of God, and we thank God for this gift to us.
We pray God is with you and your family, Yvonne, and that you feel His comfort and strength. Because of our faith, we know Les is with the Lord and at peace, and knowing that brings us peace, too.
Love to you all,
Thom and Shari Brown
April 19, 2012
Bill and I were so sorry to hear about Les' passing away. We know he put up a good fight and lived his life to the fullest. Yvonne, you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. God bless.
Bill and Mary Lou Rucker
April 19, 2012
Great memories of a great friend.
Love, Joan and Paul Myles
Ida Norat
April 19, 2012
My prayers have never stopped during this past year and will continue especially now during this time of sorrow. May God give you strength and remember we are all here for you when you need us. May God bless you always. Love, Ida
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