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Florence BRITSCHGI Obituary
Passed away peacefully in the company of her family on 10/6/2011 in her 96th year. She lived in Elk Grove for the past 57 years where she and her husband, Louis, built and operated Elk Grove Dairy, on Bond Road, while raising their 4 sons. Louis died in 1986. Florence, the daughter of Italian emigrants, spent her early years in Orange County on the farm of her father & mother, John & Constanza Rebai. She was the last of 6 siblings: sisters, Lena Briw, Minnie Vosti, and brothers, James Rebai, Andrew Rebai, & Leo Rebai. Florence is survived by her 4 sons, Robert Britschgi (Carol), Delbert Britschgi (Christina LaVino), John Britschgi (Myra) & Carl Britschgi. There also was a daughter, Carol, who died at birth. Florence was also blessed with 12 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Services will be held at 3:00 PM, on October 14, 2011 at East Lawn Cemetery, E. Stockton Blvd., Elk Grove. The family would like to give thanks to some very special people who cared for Florence: Dr. Andrew Hudnut, Vitas Nurse John, & the staff at Emeritus Senior Living at Laguna Creek. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to Vitas Hospice, 877-800-2951, www.vitascharityfund.org.
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seranda burton
October 6, 2012
Mama Florence,
I can't believe its been a year since you have been gone. I think about you and your amazing family often. I moved this year so im sorry i haven't visited. I will soon. I promise! I miss our talks and your loving personality. You always made me smile and brought the sun out on a rainy day. I hope you knew how much you meant to me..i love you.
seranda burton
August 29, 2012
Mama.. I still can't believe how time has flown by. As we approach the one year anniversary i smile and remember all the good times and amazing conversations we had. I love you florence! Rip
Britschgi family-
I send my love to you too! Hope life is filled with laughter and joy!
Carol Hill - Britschgi
April 16, 2012
I always loved Florence and miss her so much.When Bob and I would come to see her on Saturdays she would light up. She would say to me "Bobby has been through a lot and then you came along a made him so happy." I would reply saying "Bob is a good man and you raised him." Florence would smile so big. Florence had a heart of gold.
seranda burton
April 7, 2012
Mama florence, i cant believe its already been 6 months. When i am reminded of you i cant help but smile. You treated me with so much love i will cherish that always. I can still hear you say " theres my girl i missed you where have you been?" Until we meet again much love.
Hope all is well with your family :)
love,
An emeritus staff member
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Mandie Britschgi
October 18, 2011
Grandma,
It is difficult for me to fully comprehend that you are truly gone.
I have so many great memories of spending time with you at the dairy.
I remember so well the smell & comfort of the yellow farm house, waking up to breakfast being prepared, all the wonderful dinners and the many conversations that took place around that kitchen table.
I remember enjoying the smell of your beautiful roses & I can close my eyes & feel the breeze as you and I rocked on the old swing listening to you telling stories about the dairy from years prior.
I recall washing laundry & hanging it to dry on the clothes line with you, making chocolate chip cookies and spending time reading books on the couch with Susie. I remember walking to the mailbox to retrieve the mail, picking grapefruit & oranges from the fruit trees and you laughing so hard over me driving that old car out in the field with Cotty Jr.
You have always been such a strong & beautiful women to me. You are truly loved and will be greatly missed.<3
Cathrene Britschgi
October 16, 2011
Grandma, I will never forget everything you and Papa did for us. I miss you so much. Thank you for making me who I am. Keep smiling that beautiful smile. I love you.
Elaina Catanzarite
October 13, 2011
I will always remember summers at Grandma Ice Cream's. We would walk along bond road holding hands and she would let me throw rocks into puddles of water along the way. She could cook anything and it would taste wonderful because of her cast iron skillet that made many a meal for all of us. Grandma you will surely be missed and continuously loved by all.
October 11, 2011
sorry for your mothers passing, I met her afew times and found her to be a very nice lady, hang in there carl. dean seitz cookeville tn.
Sabrina Mattioda
October 10, 2011
Florence was a loving Grandma to me. I remember spending many summers with her at the dairy. We would walk together in the field, talking and laughing. We picked berries and watched the cows. She holds a very dear place in my heart. I will miss her greatly.
Gloria Kosakowski
October 10, 2011
Florence will always and forever be Mom to me. It has been a treasure to have had her in my life, and we always remained the very best of friends. She inspired and guided me in so many facets of my life. Her compassion, wisdom, understanding and love were unmeasurable, and this is reflected in the loving family she leaves behind. She will truly be missed by all of us.
Michael Montgomery
October 10, 2011
I often reflect back to the days when Louis & Florence worked the Dairy on Bond Road. When ever I could, I would help Carl & Bob with some of the chores. Such as helping Carl with cleaning the Barn or maybe Bob when Making Choclate milk for the Schools. Whatever the Chore,Florence was always there to Supervise and always had a warm lunch waiting for me, and any Cottage Cheese that was available. Florence knew that was my favorite.Those were the Good Times.
My sincerest Condolences to all of the Family. Florence you will be missed!
Carol Hill-Britschgi
October 9, 2011
Florence was the most wonderful person ever. She was the greatest Mother-in-law I could have ever asked for. To know Florence was to love her. I always told her that she was a beautiful person inside and out.
Seranda Burton
October 9, 2011
Hello,
It was an honor to know and love florence. She made a huge impact on my life. I will cherish my memories of and with her always. She had a bright smile and a big heart and was loved by many.
To her family,
I send my sincerest condolences for the loss of such an amazing person. She touched my peoples hearts and we will love her always.
Sincerely,
Emeritus at Laguna Creek team member
Seranda Burton
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