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for Irmgard Claussen
Aggie Bednar Zellers
August 10, 2023
You have always, and will always, held your mom close to and in your heart. My prayers are with you and I often think of her. I can see the courthouse from my front door! Peace to all of you, prayers, Aggie Zellers
Dana (Polomcak) Dabagia
March 25, 2021
Perhaps Irmgard was signaling from heaven as I thought of her today so intensely and had to write and say I missed her so and missed Junie, which is what we called Harry while saying hello passing his garage in town on the way from CPHS to Pic and Jon's at lunch. Going back to long ago, I babysat for Irmgard and Harry's children and became close friends with them when they lived on Main St. After my marriage to Peter Brown, Irmgard and Harry, the Jolliefs', a lovely couple from Detroit and my husband and myself traveled on the Denver Zephyr to Denver to go skiing in New Mexico. We took guitars and sang folksongs on the way there, ate cheeses and salamis and Italian bread and didn't sleep a wink. Great fun and the skiing was fantastic, if terrifying! Unfortunately, on our last day there, Harry decided on one last run as it was getting cloudier, Harry fell and broke his leg quite badly. We headed back home. Harry took it in stride and Irmgard, ever the loving, caring being, took good care of him. Several years ago, I saw Irmgard at the Chesterton Art Fair and she bought a painting from me of a cowboy and I loved her having it as it was one of my favorites. I'm 80 now, the time goes quickly, but the memories remain of those who inspired my life and Harry and Irmgard and their kindness and love for each other will forever be in my most fondest memories. Rest in peace, dear friends. We will meet again.
Judy Baran
August 21, 2016
She was such a classy, fun person. I miss her already.
August 20, 2016
Irmgard was one of a kind. She was stylish, attractive and always interested in new things. When I had my antique shop across from her we had some great conversations. I'm sorry for your loss.
Marsha Rusbasan
Marsha Rusbasan
August 19, 2016
Irmgard was one of a kind. I had theAntique Shoppe across from her for many years and was always impressed by her style and loved her shop. She was one of a kind and I'm so sorry to hear that she's gone.
Carol Sowers
August 19, 2016
I have not only lost my mother but my best friend and am deeply saddened that she will no longer be a part of my life - no more visits up to see her, phone calls from her and especially her presence which has always been such a large part of my life. I will miss her greatly but know she has been ready for this a long time.
Alicia Rodriguez
August 19, 2016
Irmgard was a classy lady.. I loved hearing stories of her Harry, she told me many times no one ever loved like we did with a sneaky smile .. And Carol , Irmgard and I would just laugh while drinking coffee and enjoying the many deserts we shared in the coffee room. She was my instant friend when I opened my store at the courthouse and things were never the same after she left. The courthouse lost part of its charm. She was a lady that said what she meant and did what she said. I admired her for that and I'll always be grateful for her encouragement and friendship. RIP peace in the loving arms of your Harry.
Karen Smith
August 18, 2016
I am so glad i was able to spend her last five days with her. She was my grandmother but so much more. I loved her so much and miss her dearly.
August 17, 2016
My deepest sympathy to all. She was a first class lady. We worked together in the Courthouse together for many years & had such great times & laughed all the time. May she rest in peace.
Judy Wood Trump
JaniceHopkins Malchow
August 17, 2016
Sympathy to your family. Prayers covering all.
August 17, 2016
My heart goes out to your family during this difficult time. Psalm 121:1,2.
August 17, 2016
Dear Claussen Family - I am sad to hear of your loss. Grandma Claussen was one of a kind. She treated me like one of her own. She was a true delight to be around. I pray for comfort and peace for you all. Love Tim Samples
Bill & Sue Condron
August 16, 2016
Dear Greg & Joanne, so sorry to hear of your loss. She was truly a lovely lady and we have plenty of memories of her. Our deepest sympathy to you and all of the family. Love, Bill & Sue
August 16, 2016
So sorry for your loss, may the family find comfort @ Issiah 25:8,AJ
Agnes Zellers
August 16, 2016
Irmgard, what's to say, was a classy broad. Her many gifts back to her children, other family, and the community were numerous. Such a couple she & Harry were. Their example of love to each other was so wonderful to all who knew them. Dedication has a new definition-Harry & Irmgard! Let us know if we can help any of you. Greg & JoAnn know we are good listeners. Prayers, Comfort & Peace, Aggie Zellers
Kathryn Eucce
August 16, 2016
My bookstore & gift shop was across the hall from LaFleur in the 80's spent many nice afternoons talking with Irmgard...a really lovely person! Bought & Loved shopping in her store too...always had beautiful things. Remembering her & Harry in my prayers..know they are with you always! :-) Kathy Eucce (The Script Shoppe/The Alcove).
August 16, 2016
Mary Kennedy---Your Mother was a truly lovely Lady,friend to many, kind to all. She has earned a beautiful place in Heaven along with her beloved Harry' They were a special pair and a great loss to the rest of us. Love to all you children.
Jennifer Festa
August 16, 2016
Dear Claussen family, my sincere condolences at the passing of your Mother. She was a stylish lady and a friend of my own dear Mother. I always shopped at Le Fleur when I lived in Crown Point. I knew the gifts I purchased there would be cherished. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Heaven is about to get a little more classy!
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