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Caren Crase
March 4, 2024
Forever in my heart Uncle Carl. You are dearly loved and missed.
Shirley Cleary
March 4, 2019
I really miss both Carl and Nonie. They were like older brother and sister I wish I had.
Barb Salter
April 7, 2013
Dear Nonnie, Carol, Gail & family,
I am so sorry that I did not find out about Carl's passing sooner as I would have liked to expressed my condolences in person. Words cannot express my deep gratitude to God of having had the pleasure and honor of working with (at Edward Jones as his branch office secretary) and getting to know both Carl and you all, his wonderful family, whom I know he absolutely treasured and adored. He was so, so good to me, patient, generous and kind as were you all. I remember you graciously inviting me to stay overnight at your home to make it easier to meet up with friends on a trip to Frankenmuth and attending Gail's wedding. When I had to be suddenly hospitalized, he was there. We also had nice talks in the office. Our clients absolutely loved him because he truly cared. Most of all, he was a mentor to me, especially spiritually as I became a member of a confessional LCMS congregation at Grace Lutheran in DeSoto, MO with a wonderful pastor with qualities similar to Carl. Although I know he is in God's loving care and in bliss, it feels a little more empty and dark on this side of heaven. The light of Christ's love truly shown through him. I hope I can pass on to others even a little bit of what he (and others like him) did until that time we meet again. As our pastor says at the end of the divine service, may the Lord bless you and keep you, may the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you and may the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you Peace.
Robert and Elaine Rodefeld
March 16, 2013
Dear Nonnie,
We moved from St. Louis and Prince of Peace in 1981, first to St. Paul, MN, and a few years later to the Denver, CO area, which is where we are still. So we have lost some contact with St. Louis, but our daughter and her family are there, and we are kept informed of significant happenings, which is how we learned that our Lord had called Carl “home.”
We are sorry to learn that Carl has departed from among us, but surely grateful that he now awaits his resurrection into glory.
We appreciate seeing the many farewell thoughts expressed by friends and acquaintances, and learning how active Carl was in his church. They provide your family many wonderful memories, to tide you over until you are reunited with Carl, on that day of glory for those who die in the Lord.
May the Lord bless you, and may He keep your family in His care.
In Christian love,
Elaine and Robert Rodefeld
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Diane (Dee Dee) Maret
March 15, 2013
Dear Aunt Nonie, Carol, Gail and your lovely children and husbands. Where does one begin to express what a exceptional, admirable man Uncle Carl is and will ever be. I will look forward to hopefully seeing him again if my destination is the same as his. I'm sure he made some very good choices in his life, one of them I know for sure was picking Aunt Nonie for his wife. For many years you both waited and so desired a family, God was just waiting to bring into your hearts and home, Carol and Gail and then your lovely grandchildren. I remember my Mom saying she would even have a baby for you both and she meant it, that is how much you meant to my parents and then Carol and Gail. I remember Uncle Carol sending a note in a Christmas card two years ago thanking me for something that I sincerely would have done. Trust me, there are individuals in my own immediate family I would not do that for, other than my parents. As a small child I remember you both coming to our home and we going to yours. Thanksgiving, Easter, Christmas, etc, or just to get together for no reason. In addition you both always being there at our communions, (probably baptisimal's, can't remember), however I do remember asking my Mom once at a young age, you can always count on Uncle Carl and Aunt Nonie and she said "you sure can.". I remember one Thanksgiving, I believe and my Mom was preparing and down to the last preparations, however, still had a lot to do and I was out playing with my siblings and friends and did something I should have not have done and broke my arm. My Mom had to take me to hospital, apparent I had a broken arm, she certainly would not have for a skinned knee. Anyways, I do remember coming home hours later and Aunt Nonie completing all the final preparations while we were gone. I know Dad would have done, however, not sure he would have known what to do, apparently, Mom would have never asked him because she always wanted everything as perfect as it possibly could be and knew Aunt Nonie could accomplist that. I could go on and on with memories, however, another event that sticks in my mind is my parents 50th Anniversary. I was not even told by my siblings as they were afraid I would let the surprise out. Mom and Dad were getting all dressed up, Mom even in her fur and you both came by to pick them up to supposedly go out to dinner, in the end there was a party for them. However, again, I remember you both being there. There are individuals that remain in our hearts briefly and then there are those whose presence and admiration remains forever. My memory certainly is not that great at times, however, right now and hopefully in the future, person's that made a difference in this world certainly do. Love, Diane (Dee Dee Maret)
betty maret bills
March 14, 2013
Dear Aunt Nonnie, so very sorry for your loss.Over 60 years is a long time to be together. leaving St. Louis so young, I dont' remember Uncle Carl. but he must have been a good man. Love, Betty Maret Bills
Laura Bergin
March 13, 2013
I'll always remember the story of Carl and my dad at some restaurant in San Diego when Carl intentionally mispronounces LaJolla, and the ensuing stares while Carl and my dad just laugh out loud. Glad they're together again cracking each other up.
Martha McBride-Rummel
March 12, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Caren Crase
March 12, 2013
Aunt Nonnie,Carol and Gail,
My heart is so heavy with grief. I wish I could be with you tomorrow to say Goodbye, it just breaks my heart that I can't. Please know that I will be thinking of you all and praying for peace. I know Uncle Carl is having a glorious time with all the loved ones who have gone before him. I love you all!
March 12, 2013
Mrs. Runge, Gail and Carol,
I was so sad to hear about the loss of Mr. Runge. I have such fond memories of your warm and loving family. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God bless you.
Love,
Jennifer and Steve Settlemoir (Wagner)
Marie Cuddihee
March 12, 2013
Dear Nonnie, Carol and Gail and family...looking at a picture on my credenza at work of my Dad and Carl. I look at it everyday and know Dad will have his Dear Friend Carl back with him now, in heaven.
Peace to all of you!
Marie Bergin Cuddihee
Libby Garcia
March 12, 2013
Your family will continue to be in our prayers. God's blessings.
Libby and Keith Garcia
Scott & Leslie Lackey (Scheperle)
March 12, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jill Maret Ferguson
March 11, 2013
Nonnie, Carol, Gail, and families,
Although our time together with our loved ones never seems long enough, I am glad you had Carl as long as you did, and that he had you, the family he cherished. I will be thinking of you all on Wednesday, and after, with love.
Shirley Cleary
March 11, 2013
Visiting St.Louis won't be the same without seeing you with Nonnie and your wonderful family. You will truly be missed, Uncle Carl. You were a wonderful,interesting man. I always thought of you more as a big brother than an uncle...teaching us tennis, chaperoning teen dances and later opening your beautiful home to me when I visited St. Louis. I am so glad you and Frank had a chance to get to know you better last Fall and I had one last chance to see you. Much love and blessings.
Patty Canavera
March 11, 2013
Nonnie, Carol & Gail, Carl will be missed and remembered with love always. Thank you for sharing him with me and the rest of the family. He was a sweet and caring soul.
March 11, 2013
Nonnie, Carol, Gail & families,
You are all in our hearts as we mourn the loss of our great friend Carl. We will always have the memories of the many, many Monthly Dinners we spent with him & Nonnie.
Peace & Love,
Jackie & Art Moore
March 11, 2013
Gail, you must have gotten your gorgeous dimples from your Daddy!! So sorry for your loss - but it sounds like you had the privilege to be raised by a loving, God fearing man. Hold your memories close.
Love, Monica Widhalm
Eilene Maret
March 11, 2013
In loving memory and looking forward to that time when we all will be reunited in that Glorious Beyond. I'm proud to have been his sister-in-law.
Jean and Timm Ducey
March 11, 2013
My favorite memory of Mr. Runge was over Christmas break when Gail and I were just out of college. Timm and I stopped by the Runge house to visit. Mr. Runge greeted us with that great smile, a warm hug and an offer of coffee, making it hard to ever really want to leave! He was a man who listened and spoke from his heart and deeply loved his family and welcomed their friends wholeheartedly. He will be greatly missed.
Paul and Jan Hoemann
March 11, 2013
Gail, Bill, and Family: We are praying for you and asking God to give you strength and comfort this day! We give God praise for your father's life and that Eternity in Heaven has begun for him!
March 11, 2013
A wonderful Uncle who will be sorely missed.
Bruce Runge
Mary Louise Smith
March 11, 2013
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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