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for Lynn Morgan
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Jennifer Bowhay
November 26, 2015
Thank you for making me come "home" for Thanksgiving when I was at SDSU and did not have time.
It was the 1st time I remember you crying.
I know you can't hear this, but I always ask Jesus to give you messages (hugs & love.)
I miss you more every day.
joni Casimiro
November 12, 2015
Remembering you November 4, 2015
Christopher Cruz
November 4, 2013
Happy Birthday Lynn, miss you everday like so many do, you are always in our thoughts and in our hearts.
Robin Richesson
November 6, 2012
Missing and thinking of Lynn, as I always do, but even more so at this time of year. Our birthdays in November, and planning for Almond Roca. So glad I got to have her in my life. I can still see her face, still hear her voice. Robin
Christopher Cruz
November 4, 2012
Though another year has passed since you've been gone, not a day goes by that you don't come into my thoughts. I remember how you always remembered my birthday and always sent a card or a phone call. I can't send you a card, but I can still wish you a Happy Birthday. Missing you my friend/teacher/mentor/spiritual advisor and a guiding light!
Your painting expresses my feeling without words
Christopher Cruz
December 20, 2011
It is hard to believe that it has been a year since you went back home. I say home, because this place here on earth is just a temporary place for us to show ourselves worthy to ascend to a higher plane in our souls journey to heaven. But it has been a long and sad journey for us who miss you everyday. I am sure your family will celebrate your memory during these holidays. As I will also celebrate your memory as well, but even with sad eyes there is happiness. For you were the gift that was given to this earth to share your wisdom, friendship and your love all things art. Your legacy is not in your art work which was left behind for all to admire, but your children and grand children. Who live by the lessons that you taught and left for them as special gifts and guides to help them go through life. Some of which you taught to all of us. I know that you must be so proud, watching them from above. For you are the shinning light of a star, that shines upon sad hearts to make them happy again. So I thank you so much for everything that you so unselfishly gave to me. I thank you Marty for allowing me into your home you are an inspiration of what and how a man should be you have become a second father figure to me. That is how much respect I have always had for you, so thank you again. I thank the children Joni and Jenny and grand children Brice, Bridget, Lynnette, Brooke, Sophia, and Jackson and new members of the family Charity and Cecilia, for sharing you with so many of us. So today from this day forward this is not going to be a sad day anymore, the day that you passed on. Today is your new Birthday, for on this day you were reborn again for your soul was set free. I will continue to always honor your memory my dear and faithful friend. This is not goodbye for there is finality in goodbyes, but this is "Til we meet again.". And I will continue to love, appreciate, learn and to always do ART!!! ? always, Christopher.
Christopher Cruz
November 5, 2011
Today would have been a special day, your special day. Friday, 11/04/2011 would have been your 70th birthday. It only seems like yesterday that you went away. How time flies, so many thoughts so many wishes. I know your family misses you horribly, I know this to be true; when I speak to Marty we always share some tears and some laughter. I pray for him that he be soothed during his times of sorrow for he misses you so, and that your children and grand children be comforted knowing that they have an angel to protect and gently guide them. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you, and how I miss our conversations of all things and art. They say time heals all wounds, but I feel and know that the mourning will lessen over time. But it always hurt knowing you're not here, so to you my great and wonderful teacher, mentor and friend. I wish you a Happy Birthday, even if it isn't so happy here for all us who miss you everyday!
Brenda Welch
August 24, 2011
Lynn was a fellow teacher, friend and neighbor down the hall from my computer classroom at SAHS in building 18. She would float down the hall with her peacefulness and beauty past my door. We loved having meetings in her room. It was huge, with that high ceiling and windows and full of her talent and that of her student's. She was a gracious hostess there and in her home. Her parties in her lovely home were amazing. She was a marvelous hostess. Also the teachers would meet in the copy room and share stories of life, families and students. Those were precious times we all had together so many of us working for the common goal of loving our families, students and each other. I remember when I needed (like others) a project done, The Tree of Hope Project to remember our mutual losses in the 9/11 tragedy. I asked Lynn to help. She had her students paint green handprints on a huge cloth mural and she painted a huge tree and it was a long drape down the building where the tree is located at SAHS. I remember her helping the students paint in the hallway. She was so helpful, peaceful, talented and gracious again. I worked with her for a number of years and miss her still. I remember how she helped everyone, daughters, students, faculty, everyone. My only regret is that I didn't spend more time with her. She is an angel who will always be greatly missed and a pleasure to work with...God bless her dear husband and family. They are her legacy too..a beautiful testimony to her love and talents. We miss her very much.
Cecelia
July 16, 2011
"oh, the comfort, the inexpressible comfort of feeling safe with a person; having neither to weigh thoughts nor to measure words but to pour them all out, just as it is, chaff and grain together, knowing that a faithful hand will take and sift them, keeping what is worth keeping, and then, with the breath of kindness, blow the rest away."
-George Eliot
jennifer bowhay
July 16, 2011
I am so touched with everyone's messages. My mom was awesome and special. Losing her has only gotten harder, I can't believe it is real. Not being able to call her or having her wisdom, love, and acceptance bits.
I keep trying to remember to give others love and responding to the light in them. That is what my mom taught. I wish I could carry on her legacy.
We all can try (or just do it). Namaste.
I Love You Mom....
I Love You Forever!
Sal Villegas
July 14, 2011
Lynn was my art teacher at Santa Ana High School from 1992 to 1996. Mrs. Morgan was one of the most influential people in my life. She not only taught me art, but she also taught me about life. No matter what, she would always greet you with a smile. I loved that about her. There was no getting her down. I am sorry to hear about her passing. She will be sorely missed.
July 9, 2011
Lynn I miss you..... Bunny
Mrs Morgan and I @ The Getty 2009, "The Great" Marty behind the camera. Great Art, Great Company, Forever Great Memories.
Christopher Cruz
March 27, 2011
Kathy Richardson
February 17, 2011
I met Lynn through the Coastline Art Gallery. She gave a presentation to our class and talked about art and her career. She also participated in several shows at the Coastline Gallery. I knew her so briefly yet she was so warm and giving, she made me feel as though I could ask her anything and she would be there. She was an uncommonly gracious person as well as a great artist. I am blessed to have known her.
Kim Olson
January 30, 2011
One of my first collaborations with Lynn was pairing my young elementary "Special Studio" artists with her Santa Ana High School artists in the early 90's. We drew portraits of each other.. large body dolls! The final art pieces were delightful... it was a wonderful exchange! My students were mezmerized by Lynn and her students...their art passion, kindness and bright enthusiasm. Lynn inspired art, love and joy to all of us who were lucky to be in her orbit. What a thrill it was to work with her, a beautiful person who made the world more beautiful.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Marti, and Lynn's family.
Kim Olson
Christopher Cruz
January 12, 2011
This poem was used for in the memory book for my Mother who passed away in 2000. And it seems and feels so right for our wonderful friend, teacher, mother, angel, star all names and titles apply.
"God's Garden"
God looked around his garden
and found an empty place.
He then looked down upon the earth,
And saw your tired face.
He put His arms around you,
And lifted you to rest.
God's garden must be beautiful,
He always takes the best.
He knew you were suffering,
He knew that you were in pain.
He knew that you would never,
Get well on earth again.
He saw the road was getting rough,
And the hills were hard to climb,
So He closed your weary eyelids,
And whispered, "Peace be thine."
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you didn't go alone,
For part of us went with you,
The day God called you home.
Marty, Joni and Jennifer, I cannot express the gratitude shared by so many who thank you for sharing the wonderful spirit of Lynn Morgan, but we are and always will be there for you. I had already left a comment prior this and emails. But could only feel that I had to share this as well.
Cindyann Wood
January 10, 2011
I was stunned to learn, from words in an email, of Lynn Morgan's death. A zillion questions ran through my mind before I let myself feel the loss as images of her presence at SAHS reviewed like a film clip. She just retired, her beautiful art work was just recognized at a gallery, she was suppose to enjoy years yet of opened ended time to paint or what ever else she wanted to do. I am so sorry for her family's loss. I was not involved in her life, and yet close to her as I was granted her classroom to teach in a year or two after she was moved to another building. I lost it last year due to the reconstruction of building 1. The text books I use to teach from every day sit on a book shelf that once belonged to her. Lynn is Arts on the Lawn, my favorite school day of the year, it is such a beautiful way to show the community our talented students. I am so sorry, for all of us, the loss, and then again, each time we encounter the empty spaces her continued life was not permitted to fill.
Judi Westing
January 10, 2011
Lynn was a teacher. Not just of art, but of life. She had incredibly high standards and she made me want to be a better artist and a better person. She was gracious and kind. She invited me into her world and into her home. I cannot imagine what my life would have been like without her, but it certainly would not have been as colorful, funny, creative, smart or full of love that Lynn made it.
When I was a student teacher at Cal State Fullerton and walked into Lynn’s art-room for the first time I thought, “What is this woman doing to produce such amazing art?” Then I was lucky enough to work with her at SAHS until she retired. We had many adventures and after the laminating machine went completely haywire, we dubbed the names Lucy & Ethel. She was Lucy with crazy, brilliant ideas and I was right there with her. She would say, “This is what we’ll do” and it would be grand and terrific and impossible, but possible, and I would say, “Lucy? Are you sure?” And she was and it always worked. Arts on the Lawn, the Memory Project, Earth Day - she developed an art program and I am forever grateful for her vision and beauty. Her classroom is still a haven for many talented teenagers and for myself. When you enter Bldg. 18-28 there is peace and open space and Lynn created that space.
Lynn was more than just a co-worker, she took me into her home and when I felt like an orphan since my family was so far away, she would be my family. Her advice was more valuable than any gem. When I would see her, her eyes would light up and she’d give me a big hug. She was my mentor and friend. Favorite memories include singing Christmas carols at her house, the canoe ride around Naples island, sipping tea at her house and a hundred other Lynn-isms because right now she’d be singing “These are a few of my Favorite things.” I’ll miss her so much. My only comfort is our greatest comfort. That we belong to Christ. We are not our own, but belong both body and soul to our Lord Jesus Christ. And one day, there will be no more tears or sorrow and we will be reunited with Lynn and all the other saints.
Judi and Tom Redenbaugh
January 9, 2011
I first met Lynn at Costa Mesa High School, early in my teaching career. We had fun collaborating on projects connecting famous artworks and artists with her classes and my French classes. The Van Gogh project set to the song "Vincent" was shared beyond our classes, with many other French students and teachers throughout the county. I will always remember her smile and infectious laugh, her grace, her beauty and her giving heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with Marty, Joni, Jenny and everyone in the family as well as her many friends and colleagues who will miss her so deeply.
Barbara Thacker
January 9, 2011
I know Lynn from our 6th grade start at Our Lady of Victory Grammar School. We managed to get together for a couple of high school reunions (once as my date!) and luncheons since then. She was the same charming, well-liked, honest and positive person back in "the 50's" as she was now. I am amazed at all that she has accomplished since our humble start in Compton, CA. Lynn is truly someone that one remembers forever!
My sincerest sympathies to all of her family.
Barbara (McEleny) Thacker
Maureen Kinney
January 8, 2011
I had the pleasure of meeting Lynn while I was teaching at Santa Ana high school. As so many mentioned, she was always such a beautiful, graceful lady. I remember one day she came to school for a special occasion in a white suit and she looked just fabulous. She told me as an art teacher, she could never wear that suit to school, so she enjoyed wearing it that day. For some reason, that memory of her that day, taking pleasure in her beautiful white suit, comes to me. She and Marty invited me to their gracious home for a retirement party for Andrea Legacki, and we all felt so warmly welcomed. I happened to meet Lynn about 2 years ago at ToysRUs. She was shopping with her granddaughter as it was her birthday that day. I was so excited to see her and introduce her to my kids. I'll treasure that memory of seeing her looking so happy as she spent time with her granddaughter.
Lyn Bradley
January 7, 2011
I was one of the many people who have been blessed with knowing Lynn Morgan. I cannot get my head around the fact that she is no longer in her earth body. I loved her and she was like my "second mom". I came to Southern California when I was 18--by myself, far from my family in Wisconsin. Soon after arriving here, I had the honor and privilege of befriending her lovely daughter Joni. This family has been in my life ever since. I've been welcomed into their home on many occasions--sharing many holidays together. I will never forget her love, and support and how special and unique her spirit. I have one of her paintings in my home, and will treasure it always. She has given so much to me over the years, just knowing that she was there. Her and her family have been there for me during many ups and downs of my life, and for that I am eternally grateful. Lynn, may you rest in peace. Joni and Jenny, my love to you always, and Marty, your loss cannot be put into words--my prayers are with you all. May God Bless you and keep you always.
Marty Krenzke
January 7, 2011
Some years ago God sent down one of his special angels to earth. I had the good fortune to spend many of those years with her intimately . She never ceased to amaze me... I witnessed her interaction with people in all walks of life from little children to the elderly. The results of these interactions, whether brief moments or over many years, were always the same. Those involved came away thankful that someone took the time to listen, to confide, and to relate with them on more than a superficial level. She had a way to ignore the facades erected and interact on a much deeper level. Most came away feeling better about themselves realizing they had been touched by someone special.
She was a teacher, not merely of art, but of life. She was the epitome of goodness and Godliness. She had a profound, unwavering belief and trust in God. And she taught by example; that to love one another is the most important thing in life. She knew that God commanded us to do so and therefore carried this out joyfully. One of her favorite passages is from 1st John Ch. 4: God is Love; and he that dwelleth in Love dwelleth in God and God in him.
Even those who may not have had God in their lives realized there was something special about her and wanted to be closer to her. Selfishly, I wanted to be around her always and wish that I could be still. I am so thankful however, that it was I that was able to spend many many wonderful, joyful, memorable moments by her side. Living within the deep unconditional love that we shared cannot and will never be repeated, at least here on earth. I loved her so... I miss her so.
Family Africano
January 6, 2011
It was always Marty and Lynn, as if two words that are normally meant to be spoken apart, were meant to be said together…Marty-and-Lynn. To my wife and me, they were our neighbors, our friends, our bible study partners, and mentors. Lynn and Marty always had time for us. In their home we always felt valued, important and loved. I think Lynn was the center of this love and acceptance, and I think Marty would have gone to the ends of the earth for her. Their marriage was a joy to be around: two completely individual people but one unit, living life to the fullest. In bible study we would talk about Jesus and the love, hope and peace he created. She would sometimes talk about the conversations she would have with Jesus and the questions she would ask Him. In my head and heart, I can hear Him greeting her in the early morning hours on a December day - in heaven…
Lynn’s Greeting
Well done my good and faithful servant
Well done my shining star
Well done my little one
Well done – we’ve come so far
It’s you, I was always after
Since I whispered your name
And when you said you loved me
Our hearts have beat the same
Your mistakes do not interest me
It’ was the prayers … that only I could see
And during those years
when you could not hear
I walked beside you
While you held firm with faith
and many silent tears
Each day …I watched your decisions
To search inside the mirror
Each day, I gave you sight
to rip through all your fear
And the times when you chose to listen
Made you more and more mature
I was so proud each moment,
The aim was - to build your character
As years flew past,
You focused on my word
you truly learned to love
now you realized, It’s you little one
I was thinking of
And today you hear my voice
so familiar and pleasant
Well done…Well done… Well done
my good and faithful servant!
With love and sadness
Marc, Michelle, Casey, and Cole
Adrienne Urban
January 6, 2011
I learned more from Lynn in a short period of time than I have from so many other people in my life. My heart aches at her loss and goes out to her family. God Bless you!
Marty Krenzke
January 6, 2011
Some years ago God sent down one of his special angels to earth. I had the good fortune to spend many of those years with this angel intimately. She never ceased to amaze me... I witnessed her interaction with people in all walks of life from little children to the elderly. The results of these interactions, whether brief moments or over many years, were always the same. Those involved came away thankful that someone took the time to listen, to confide, and to relate with them on more than a superficial level. She had a way to ignore the facades erected and interact on a much deeper level. Most came away feeling better about themselves realizing that they had been touched by someone special.
She was a teacher, not merely of art, but of life. She was the epitome of goodness and Godliness. She had a profound, unwavering belief and trust in God. And she taught by example; that to love one another is the most important thing in life. She knew that God commanded us to do so and therefore carried this out joyfully. One of her favorite passages is from 1st John Ch. 4: God is Love: and he that dwelleth in Love dwelleth in God and God in him.
Even those who may not have had God in their lives realized there was something special about her and wanted to be closer to her. Selfishly I wanted to be around her always and wish that I could be still. I am so thankful however, that it was I, that was able to spend many many wonderful, joyful, memorable moments by her side. Living within the deep unconditional love that we shared cannot and will never be repeated, at least here on earth. I loved her so... I miss her so.
Isabelle Prescott
January 5, 2011
My heart goes out to you and your family on this terrible loss. God Bless.
January 5, 2011
It's of some comfort to know that our family will see Lynn again...but our hearts are so heavy and long to see her today, in this life.
Daily, we see beautiful things and think of Lynn...her family, a flower, the cloud painted sky, the ocean, all things God created. Thank you Jesus for giving us Lynn.
We will miss her wonderful smile, her love of life, and her friendship.
Our prayers and love to Marty, the Krenski, Casimiro and Bohay Families.
Love,
Melissa, Rich, Cal & Ty Merritt
JOANNA SMALL
January 4, 2011
LYNN ALWAYS WAS A MENTOR TO ME, SHE TOOK TIME TO TEACH ME HOW TO LOOK AT THINGS AROUND AND SEE THE BEAUTY EVEN IN A BEARREN PIECE OF LAND, LYNN TOOK ME UNDER HER WING TO LEARN TO MIX THE RIGHT COLORS OF PAINT AND O THIS DAY I SEE THE BEAUTY OF AN OLD BARN THAT HAS HISTORY. PAINTING BECAME A HOBBY BUT I NEVER COULD PAINT THE WAY SHE DID. SHE NEVE LOOKED AT PEOPLE FOR HOW THRY WERE IN PROSPERITY OR POVERTY SHE ALWAYS LOOKED WAY BEYOND THE OUTWARD PERSON AND LOOKED INOT THE SOUL OF THE PERSON KNOWING THEY ALL HAVE PURPOSE AND ABILITIES TO LEARN, EVEN WHEN MAKING AMISTAKE THERE WAS A HUMOR TO IT. NOT JUST A PART OF THE PRINGLR/CRUME/ICE/ KRAMER AND THEN THE MORGAN FAMILY SHE WAS VERY MUCH LOVED BY ALL WHO CAME INTO CONTACT WITH HER. SHE REACHED FOR THE STARS AND ALWAYS SEEMED TO ACHIEVE THE STARS ,SKY AND MONN. LYNN TOOK MYSELF AND BROTHERS TO HER MOTHERS HOME IN BALBOA WHEN MY GRANDMOTHER WAS HAVIN G A MAJOR BREAST REMOVAL FOR CANCER MYSELF BEING YOUNG WAS VERY SCARED, YET SHE HAD A WAY TO SET DOWN COMFORT ME THINGS WOULD BE OK ANND THEY WERE AND SHE GAVE US THE MOST HIGHEST FUN TIME WE COULD HAVE EVER IMAGINED. AS A YOUNG TEEN LYNN ONCE AGAIN WITH STAN TOOK ME IN AND GAVE ME LOVE AND COMPASSION EVEN THOUGH I WAS RUNNING FROM THE WORLD OF LEARNING NEW THINGS FOR MYSELF SHE ONCE AGAIN HELPED TO HOVER OVER ME AND HELPED TO MAKE ME WELCOME AT HER HOME. SHE WILL BE MISSED NOT-JUST BY ME BUT ALL OF THE PRINGLE/CRUME AND ICE FAMILY.LYNN I LOVE YOU YOU AND THANK YOU FOR THE LOVE YOU GAVE ME THROUGH OUT THE YEARS WE HAD SEEN RACH OTHER AND ALL THE TIMES YOU ALLOWED STAN TO RESCUE ME FROM BEING ONE CONFUSED TEEN. JOJO
Tony Eden
January 4, 2011
As Lynn's neighbor of 10 years, the Eden family always enjoyed visiting her house next door on Halloween and Christmas. One year, she had a very nice neighborhood party that we attended and my wife and Lynn talked all about her and Marty's Europe trip that included traveling to Helsinki, Finland. Lynn was a very gracious and well liked lady. Our prayers are with Marty and his family. God Bless
The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul:
He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name' sake.
Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.
-- John 14:1-3
Steve Casimiro
January 4, 2011
Lynn beat me in basketball. We played one game of H-O-R-S-E and she trounced me.
She gave me my pencils, my charcoals, my sketchbooks, and the inspiration to see things as they really are.
She taught me the meaning of generosity without ever once using the word.
We had a running joke. In Mont St. Michel, France, we bought lunch in a crowded medieval street and, with nowhere to sit, plopped down on the curb. A Frenchman walking by looking down his nose at the uncouth Americans and smirked, “Bon appetit!” In the years after, if anyone said “bon appetit” at a meal, we’d crack up at the remembrance.
One time, we were talking about purpose. “I want to show the beauty in the world,” she said, and if there was anybody under the sun who showed beauty, it was Lynn. Yes, there was beauty in her art — that’s the most visible manifestation of it and that’s indeed what she was talking about. But when I think of the beauty that Lynn showed, it wasn’t in the beauty out in the world that she translated in paint and canvas, it was the beauty that was within her, the beauty that came out like a fresh, clear stream and nurtured those around her with love, attention, sympathy, and compassion. So pure and unconditional, if you were her friend, you felt like her best friend. If you were family, you felt like her favorite. And she did this seemingly without trying, simply by being her gentle, perfect self. Art was her passion, but love was her art — words cannot begin to express the heartbreak at losing her from our lives.
Joni Casimiro
January 4, 2011
Mom, you are the most amazing person I know. You gave so much to so many people and always with a smile on your face and joy in your heart. You are so pure and good. Your generosity of your time, talents, and treasures to all will make you dearly missed on this planet. Most of all, I'll miss all you gave to me. How fun you made life. As a child, you surrounded me with art and creativity. From sand candles at the beach to art lessons in the garage, there was always something exciting happening. You always made each holiday and birthday so special and joy filled. You shared so much of your wisdom with me. You gave me so much support, cheering for all my successes and mourning my hurts. You passed to me your strong faith and love of God. And you gave so much unconditional endless love to me—the way I believe God loves. I've always been so proud to have you as my beautiful mother, role model, and best friend. You've always been there for me and I can't believe you're really gone. I will miss our daily talks and laughs. I'll miss hearing about the last book you read, the last play or movie you saw, or the last concert or art show you went to. I'll miss your smile and your hugs. I'll miss watching you clap and jump up and down when you're excited about something. I'll miss all your great ideas. I'll miss traveling, shopping, and hanging out with you. I'll miss a million things about you. I know I'll see you again one day, but until that time comes my heart will ache everyday. I am heartbroken beyond words. I love you so much Mom. Your daughter, Joni
Kevin Krenzke
January 3, 2011
Marty and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lynn's strength and faith during the last year were a true inspiration to everyone in our family. We always loved to see her during the visits to Michigan and her warmth, love and spirt will live forever.
Kevin,Cathy, Ryan, Morgan and Melissa
Tali Gordin-Kaviani
January 2, 2011
When I began teaching at SAHS, Lynn was one of the first teachers to make me feel at home during lunch. I teach English Literature and she taught Art. When I came to her with a crazy idea of making a large mural of portraits of great authors, she became as excited as I was, and took on the project as only Lynn could. She even convinced the principal to fund the materials, and to even pay for the glass to enclosed the finished work. I never dreamt what an amazing, incredible result she and her art students would produce!! This incredible, beautiful mural is still standing in the front window of the SAHS library. Lynn was an amazing woman, and one of the loveliest, most inspiring and beautiful people I have ever known and will ever have the honor of knowing. She was an artist both on canvas and in life. She will be missed greatly, but I, for one, am better for having known her.
Lynn painting in her studio
Robin Richesson
December 31, 2010
here is a watercolor I painted of Lynn in her studio working. I was so lucky to know her.
Sonia Perez-Flores
December 30, 2010
Ms. Morgan.. You will never be forgotten! Your legacy will live on in your family, friends and all of us... Your students. May your soul rest in peace in the presence if the Lord!
Sheryl Krenzke
December 30, 2010
Lynn was a wonderful person who touched the lives of so many. We are family that live many miles away but each time our families were together, she would shine like a star. We have the gift of two beautiful paintings of our children that she painted for us. I will forever be greatful for this gift as well as the chance to get to know her when she and Marty opened their home to us. You will be missed by so many. May God Bless Lynn and her family.
Charlie Ordaz
December 30, 2010
My condolences to the Morgan Family. She was the greatest art teacher that I ever had. I have so many great memories of her. I remember when I did a cartoon painting of Wonder Woman and I showed her what I did she was like "Wonder Woman, my hero." And another memory that I have is when this one very talented student did this amazing painting of a wine glass or something and when she saw it, she was like " Ohhh that's so georgeous" and she started to bang her head on her desk. I mean not really hurt herself or anything, she was just so like WOW. I also remember the soft music that she would always put in the background while we were doing our assignments. I went up to her one time and asked her what kind of music was that cause I really enjoyed it and she told me that the music she would play was a singer called Enya. And thanks to her, I enjoy listening to her music a lot. Every time that I play anything that's of Enya, I'll always think of her. Thanks Mrs. Morgan for all the great things that you taught all of us Santa Ana Saints, especially that one thing that you would always tells us when we did our art work "Draw it light until it's right." So Mrs. Morgan, if you're watching, Thank you. This is not good bye but just, See you later. Charlie Ordaz (Santa Ana, CA)
Denny Carlisle
December 30, 2010
Lynn was the finest art teacher in Santa Ana Unified School District. She was my friend and fellow art teacher, she was admired by students, teachers, staff and all who came in contact with her. I will miss her smile, her encouragement and her love of life. Lynn was a wonderful person who will be missed by everyone who knew her; my heart goes out to her family. I feel privileged to have known her.
Al Aragon
December 30, 2010
To Lynn's Family:
My condolences for your loss, Lynn was a classmate at Our Lady of Victory Grammer School in Compton, CA. By all accounts she touched many lives, hopefully by her acts she will be remembered by her works and deeds.
Alfredo Guillen
December 29, 2010
She was am awesome teacher, she took the time to give me extra help to finish my art project, I still remember my art project it was a picture of Wayne Gretzky. (the hockey player) even though my drawing sucked Mrs. Morgan was always there to tell me that I was a doing a good job. She was a good teacher but better yet she was a very nice and wonderful person.
May you REST in PEACE Mrs. Morgan
Class of 1993
Barbara Noel
December 29, 2010
Lynn has touched thousands of students lives in a powerful and profound way. She was a calm, gentle spirit that touched the entire school of Santa Ana High for a generation of talented artist. As a "rookie" teacher Lynn always shared with me words of encouragement that kept me going along with inspired ideas that enriched my instruction. Marty, I just want you to know that you were not the only one who adored Lynn, she was loved by all who knew her.
Lorena Alvarado
December 29, 2010
All I Can Say Is That She Was An Awsome Art Teacher.I Had Her For Two Years And My Experience In Her Class Were Priceless N Glad I Was Able To Have Her As A Friend As Well. Thank You Mrs.Morgan!!
Elizabeth Cruz Perez
December 29, 2010
My thoughts & prayers are with her family. I had the pleasure & honor of studying under her at SAHS many years ago. She will definitely paint the heavens with her gifts!
Tasha Perkins
December 29, 2010
I had Mrs.Morgan as my advisor all 4 yrs at Santa Ana, she always had a smile on her face. Even though I couldn't draw a line with a ruler she still tried to get me to draw??? lol I use to sing during advisement and she would always clap and say wonderful Tasha. Santa Ana is home of the Saints a well suited name for one Mrs. Morgan, may you paint the heavens my dear. I hope your family & friends find comfort in knowing the memory of you is forever in our hearts for you are gone but not forgotten...
Armando Macias
December 29, 2010
My condolences to the Morgan family. This is a sad day for me as I greatly admired and respected Mrs. Morgan. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Terry Schiavo
December 29, 2010
Lynn and I go back to Our Lady of Victory Grammar School in Compton, CA. We kept in touch all these years along with several "girl friends". We would have lunch every so often and reminisce. We are so proud of her accomplishments and so devastated that she is no longer with us.
Karla Navarro
December 29, 2010
I had the pleasure of being your student for 4 years at S.A.H.S. I Got to admit that I missed many of my other classes or skipped lunch because I liked spending time with you. You were full of patience, talent, kindness, knowledge and dedication. Thank you so much for being a great friend and teacher. The only thing that consoles me from this loss is knowing that you are in a better place doing what you loved. You will be terribly missed.
In Loving Memory R.I.P. Mrs. Morgan
Steven Johnson
December 29, 2010
I WAS ON THE DANCE TEAM OF "99" AT SAHS. I COULDN'T DRAW OR PAINT TO SAVE MY LIFE LOL TRUST ME MRS. MORGAN TRIED, BUT I WAS ONE OF THE FIRST STUDENTS TO GO THROUGH THE "ARTS ON THE LAWN" PROGRAM AS AN ACTOR. FOR ANY OF YOU WHO DON'T KNOW THAT PROGRAM IT WASN'T JUST ABOUT PAINTING, DANCING, SINGING OR EVEN ACTING IT WAS ABOUT COMRADERY. MRS. MORGAN HELPED BUILD THAT BOND BETWEEN OUR FELLOW STUDENTS, TEACHERS, AND COMMUNITY. (I STILL REMEMBER MY SUMMER JOB IN THE COMMUNITY AT A STAGE PROP FACILITY AFTER WE PERFORMED IN DOWNTOWN SANTA ANA) THANK YOU SO MUCH MRS. MORGAN FOR YOU POSITIVE REINFORCEMENTS AND MAKING THOSE THE BEST SUMMERS EVER AT SAHS! YOU WILL BE CHERISHED, LOVED AND MISSED BY ALL YOU TOUCHED!
"WIZARD" "95-99"
Michael Malfavon
December 29, 2010
God wanted someone to draw and paint all the glory and love that is in Heaven. Now Mrs Morgan, you can paint for Jesus. May you Rest In Peace. My heart goes out to the Family. I never took Art, but everyone knew Mrs. Morgan. You will be missed.
Michael Malfavon
December 29, 2010
God wanted someone to draw and paint all the glory and love that is in Heaven. Now Mrs Morgan, you can paint for Jesus. May you Rest In Peace. My heart goes out to the Family. I never took Art, but everyone knew Mrs. Morgan. You will be missed.
Susan Grasse
December 29, 2010
Lynn touched the lives of many students and staff at Santa Ana High. Teachers really can make a difference in the lives of others. I will always remember her graciousness and positive attitude.
Tina Gutierrez
December 29, 2010
To the family of Lynn Morgan - I am the office manager at Santa Ana High and I had the pleasure of working with Lynn. She was such a graceful lady and I always thought of her as the Beautiful Lady of Santa Ana High. She was very talented and worked hard to put together Arts on the Lawn. She touched the lives of her many students and many of them became excellent artists because of her teachings. May you find comfort in your hearts during this difficult time.
Concerned
December 29, 2010
I wish I could express the sorrow I feel, Just knowing you are bearing a loss so profound may it comfort you to know that. God cares and give us hope. (1Peter 5:7) (John5:28, 29)
This was taken at the first "Art On The Lawn" @ Santa Ana High School
Francisco Saucedo
December 29, 2010
Hello,
My name is Francisco Saucedo and I was an art student of Mrs. Morgan's from the years 1990 to 1992 at Santa Ana High School. My fondest memory of Mrs Morgan is her undying smile. She was the instrument God used to keep me in school. I grew up in a single parent home, so it was hard and the pressure almost drew me out of school, but Mrs. Morgan's words kept me going. I know she is in a better place enjoying the golden streets of heaven. May God bless her surviving family and console their grief. Thanks Mrs. Morgan, for everything, and I just wish I could have told you in person......
Cecelia Krenzke
December 29, 2010
Mama Lynn told me not too long ago, that we need to tell eachother that we love eachother daily, and as often as we feel it. If I could tell her once more, it still wouldn't be enough... She was my friend, my mentor, my Mama Lynn. --I love you.
Patty Meier
December 29, 2010
I am saddened by the passing of Lynn Morgan Krenzke. Lynn touched my life in a very special way. I first met Lynn at a reception she and Martin held in their home following my sister's Memorial Service. She shed light on an area of darkness. As a result, my husband and I had our marriage "blessed" in the Catholic Church October 9th of this year. My heart is with Martin who will always be a friend.
Matt Franklin
December 28, 2010
I graduated from Santa Ana High in 1990 and Lynn Morgan's Art classes were a highlight. Not only was she a talented artist and teacher, but her encouraging and motivating spirit brought the best out of me. After graduating, I came back to visit Lynn and was always greeted with a smile. She was the reason I became an art teacher. I pray for peace and comfort for her family during this difficult time. Mrs. Morgan will be missed and fondly remembered.
Christopher Cruz
December 28, 2010
I met Lynn Morgan in 1986, and I am proud to have called my Art teacher while I was at Santa Ana H.S.,but more honored and privileged to call her a friend. She was strong spirited, but not ever overbearing. Caring, but not smothering, she was everything anyone could want in a friend. I pray for her family, to give them comfort. And know that she wll forever live in our hearts.
Robin Richesson
December 28, 2010
I met Lynn in the early 1980s when I became one of her studio mates in Costa Mesa (my first studio!). Long after we had gotten our own studios, we remained friends, and she was always such an inspiration to me. Having her in my life has really been such a lucky thing for me.
Rob Richardson
December 28, 2010
Lynn will be missed by so many and yet her legacy lives on at Santa Ana High School and in the many lives she touched.
Rob Richardson
Santa Ana School Board
jennifer bowhay
December 28, 2010
Mom, I was so blessed by you and I miss you beyond measure. You were our example of how God loves us. The love you left this world can never die and I yearn for the day we will all be together again.
December 28, 2010
I met Lynn while I was on the Santa Ana City Council and developing the Artists Village in dowtown Santa Ana and she was such a big supporter. I attended many of the Arts on the Lawn events she initiated at SA High School. Our prayers to her family to help get them through this loss.
Tom Lutz
Claudia Amézquita
December 28, 2010
Never had u as a teacher at SAHS (class 91) but as I current educator myself I believe that a Teacher not only impacts their own students but impacts an entire school....thnk you for your service & love given to Our Saints! Descanze en Paz
December 28, 2010
Oh, yes, a bright star will be added to the heavens now by Lynn. Her smile and gentle manner will always be remembered by us. Don, Rena and Suzanne Bruneau
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