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for Martha Rybinski
Maria Shuleski
September 11, 2010
Alan,
I became friends with Martha at yoga a couple years ago. As the Monday class was smaller, I was blessed to get to know Martha fairly well. Martha remains an inspiration, as she always maintained that easy smile and relaxed disposition. Even when she got sick again, she didn't complain but she kept coming to class to use the methods to ease her pain. Still she smiled and exuded a quiet confidence that belied the pain she was in. Martha was the nicest of women and an inspiration, and I am thankful to have known her, if even for a short time. I am very sorry for your loss.
Amelia Leonardi
August 29, 2010
Dear Alan and family,
Martha was such an inspiration to so many people! She was always such a loving, friendly, smiling, positive person! My heart is with you.
Love, Amelia Leonardi
Andrea Stephens
August 29, 2010
Alan,
I am so sorry to hear this news. I just found out from Kathy Lambert today. I wish I could have been there.
My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. My heart breaks for you! You've seen Martha through it all. She was an amazing woman and friend! I will miss her! I know she's in heaven now, pain free, making all kinds of new friends!
Martha almost 6 yrs ago at my baby shower for Samuel
Andrea Stephens
August 29, 2010
Sylwia Wrodarczyk
August 25, 2010
Dear Alan!
What a shock! Only a month ago I found out about Martha's illness and today I'm hearing she is already gone. I just can't believe it! Both of you will always have a special place in my heart for everything you did for me! May God bless you and take away your pain.
August 25, 2010
Dear Alan and family,
I am deeply saddened that we have lost Martha. She was such a wonderful dear person. My sympathy to you and all of the family.
Nan Hall, Port St. Lucie,Florida
Mary Beth Ruby
August 25, 2010
One week ago, a light went out when we lost my dear sister-in-law, Martha.
Martha was a strong, independent woman with so much compassion for others. She exuded quiet strength and grace. She inspired me and anyone else who had the privilege of knowing her in countless ways. She never met a stranger, and would welcome anyone with open arms. My sister-in-law battled her illness bravely and courageously, and always put on a beautiful smile even in the face of tremendous adversity. She truly was my hero. Not a day will go by that I will not miss her profoundly.
During this difficult time, I have found comfort in learning she touched so many other lives. I especially liked Cammie’s kind words. I too can hear Martha saying “Let me show you around” when we all rejoin her and the circle will be unbroken.
Kelsey Westfall
August 24, 2010
I am very shocked and saddened to hear the news of Ms. Rybinski's death. She was my teacher at Riverview Gardens and I truely adored, admired and enjoyed her. I am so glad I got a chance to be in her presence. My prayers and thoughts are with her family.
Hunaid (H) Qadir (Q)
August 24, 2010
Hello Alan, Andy, Claudia, Mark, Margaret and Phyllis. As I told Andy, I remember the summer of 1977 when I stayed at Phyllis' house I think) in Lakeland. Martha was just recovering after being chased by Mark "The Bird". It was so wonderful to get to know her. I still remember the 1st Foundation Party in Jan 78 at Polk House where I saw Martha again.
Even though we dont keep up much over the years, the memories remain clear of those who have touched your life even briefly. It feels sad when someone leaves us as we are no longer the same family in that sense. I have no words of my own and so I shall use those of someone wiser "When you are sorrowful, look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth, you are weeping for that which has been your delight".
August 24, 2010
Alan:
We were so sorry and shocked to hear about Martha. Seeing her a few weeks back, out for a little walk in the neighborhood, she was strong and positive. We admired how active she was in CHNA and will always remember how she welcomed us to the neighborhood.
Karl and Lori Werkmann
Pauline Fitzwater
August 22, 2010
Alan, I'm just reading the Thursday Post on Sunday afternoon and was shocked to see the Obituary. Martha and I worked together at Ford. We were together at a reunion a year or so ago and Martha was her same bubbly self. When she said she was teaching, I thought what a great job for Martha. She can affect so many young lives. I always admired her friendly, positive attitude toward everything and everyone she encountered. Alan, I'm so sorry for our loss of Martha, but believe she's in a better place where we'll see her again.
Marjorie Pingel
August 22, 2010
Alan,
Martha was an inspiration to everyone who knew her. Always the picture of a calm, intelligent, focused individual who followed her passions in life and made the best of everything.
Her ready smile, enthusiasm, strength and can do attitude made things easier for those around her - even now.
She will continue to shine on us all as an example of someone who lived her life well - with a true heart and mind balance.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Marjorie and John
Lieda Shadwick
August 21, 2010
Martha is an inspiration. Whenever she walked into a room, her smile and can do attitude would brighten the room. She will be missed by not only colleagues but those students she inspired.
I am blessed to have known and worked with her.
St Josephs 4th grade class 1968, Martha is the 7th from the right in the 2nd row from the bottom.
Rick Williams
August 21, 2010
Rick Williams
August 21, 2010
I went to St. Josephs Catholic School in Lakeland, FL with Martha for grades 1 thru 5. She was the sweetest kid in the class and I know she will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers to her family.
Cindy and Lennie Thornton
August 21, 2010
Alan and Family,
Martha will always be in our hearts. A piece of our puzzle is missing but it will be completed when we meet her again. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark Robbins
August 21, 2010
Very sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Martha from St Joseph's and Santa Fe. My thoughts are with you
Jackie Gunn
August 20, 2010
Mrs.Rybinski is what I knew her by, she was my teacher for 2 years of highschool. She was one of my favorite teachers, and one of the best in my opinion. I always worked very hard in her class, I loved being apart of the classes she taught. She always tried to make it fun no matter what we were doing. I learned a lot from her and also from being apart of her class. I am very sad to hear that she has passed away and very sorry. I will always remember what kind of teacher and person she was! You will be missed Mrs.Rybinski you are a true inspiration!
Cammie Monroe
August 20, 2010
Dear Alan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Martha and I went to high school together. She was one of the nicest girls in our class, smart, popular and funny too.
I got an email from her a few weeks ago telling me about her battle. She is my hero because she had so much strength and faith no matter what the outcome. She is whole again, in no pain, sitting with our heavenly Father. I can imagine her smiling down at us saying "This place is beyond your wildest dreams. I can't wait for you to get here and show you around."
I will miss her deeply. Death is not the end but the beginning for her and all of us who believe in God's promises of eternal life.
God Bless
Nan Karl
August 20, 2010
I met Martha through the Clifton Heights Neighborhood Association. A tireless worker and organizer with a smile on her face, always...our neighborhood has lost one of its greatest supporters.
We will truly miss Martha. I hope that memories of her will bring us together and inspire us forevermore.
Amie Bossi
August 20, 2010
Martha was an amazingly kind and generous person. She made such a difference in the lives of the women she served here at Connections to Success through the Dress for Success Midwest program. I learned so much from her and will miss her and her giving spirit greatly.
August 20, 2010
Alan,
What a blow. I am so sorry for your loss and am so sad at the news. Martha was strong and passionate. My memories of her from first meeting are clear as yesterday and as warm as today's sun. She was bright and fun and enthusiastic and her spirit does not die with her. I cry, but she's with God now and he is the luckier for it.
You and all close to you are in my prayers.
Mark Polzin
Nancy Meier
August 20, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Fred and Christy Duyck
August 20, 2010
Dear Alan,
Martha will forever be in our hearts and minds . Her dedication and sacrifices to all she knew and did not know will always be an inspiration to us all. Peace be with you !
Jess Conderman
August 19, 2010
Alan and Family,
I knew Mrs. Rybinski from Orchard Farm, where she taught me Personal Finance my senior year. She was a strong woman of character and always gave me great advice on anything, from balancing my check book to being thankful for the family and friends that I am blessed to have. I consider myself blessed to have known her for even the short amount of time I knew her. She truly blessed me and my boyfriends family. They adore her and respect her greatly. It was a sad time when I had to tell them of her passing, it was greeted with sad faces and heavy hearts.
I know that I have been truly blessed to know her and will always remember her when I'm balancing my checkbook, as I do now! "Now Jess, you want to make sure that it adds up, penny to penny, because you don't want to be off a penny each time! Those pennies can add up!!"
You are in my prayers Mrs. Rybinski. I truly miss you. You have been more strong in these last few months than I believe I will ever be. Thank you for allowing me the honor of calling you friend.
God Bless you and your family. She always spoke so kindly of you, Alan, and her family.
August 19, 2010
Alan and Family,
If you listen closely with your heart you can hear the choirs of angels singing, "Martha! Martha! Job well done; good and faithful servant!"
Ron and Jerrie Oldani, St. Louis, MO
Mary Fischer
August 19, 2010
Dear Alan,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Martha was such an inspiration to me. It's wonderful when such a strong personality is coupled with such a loving spirit. I love how she always told it like it was (but did so with a wonderful sense of humor.) I'm so glad for all of the small group meetings at your home and all of the wonderful thoughts, stories, and prayers that we shared. The world needs more Marthas. Our loss is definitely heaven's gain.
You're in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Becky Hughes
August 19, 2010
Alan and family of Martha,
I had the pleasure of getting to know Martha initially about 5 years ago when planning the annual Clifton Heights Party in the Park. I was new to the neighborhood and she welcomed me and encouraged me to get involved with CHNA. I don't know if I have ever met a kinder lady than Martha. You are all in my thoughts.
Allison Tyler
August 19, 2010
Mrs. Rybinski, was my daughters teacher at OFHS and she was a joy to work with. I was saddedned to find out about her passing. She was a great person, and I am sure she will be greatly missed. My GOD be with your family.
Ryan Coleman
August 19, 2010
I met Martha through the Clifton Heights Neighborhood Association. In the monthly meetings she exhibited a personable, considerate perspective and was an irreplacable volunteer for community projects and events. Her loss will certainly be felt by the community. Unfortunately, I did not have the pleasure of knowing them, but wishes of comfort for her family are in my thoughts and my heart.
Best.
Mindy Botkin
August 19, 2010
I worked with Martha for three years at Orchard Farm. What a wonderful, dynamic woman. She meant a lot to so many students. I am honored to have known her. Alan, Martha always spoke so highly of you and your marriage. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
August 19, 2010
ALAN,
I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WHAT A WONDERFUL PERSON MARTHA WAS. IT WAS A PLEASURE KNOWING HER. I WILL MISS HER SMILING FACE. PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS, AND MAY GOD BLESS.
Gert Booher
August 19, 2010
Alan,
I am truly sorry for your loss of Martha, an amazing human being who re-ordered the universe for the better wherever she went. I thoroughly enjoyed her and learned a lot from her. When I wear the teeshirt she brought me from Trinidad, I will think fondly of her.
I am honored to say that I produced the video of Martha's parents' 50th Wedding Anniversary, and there are a lot of wonderful memories in it for you and the family. Hold on to those precious memories. I'll pray for both of you.
Mark Cartwright
August 19, 2010
Alan,
I'm so happy to have known Martha. So, so sorry to hear of her passing. (We met when you two were considering buying 2331 Esther.) You are in my thoughts.
Joe & Lisa Brinkmann
August 19, 2010
Alan,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Let the memories keep a smile on your face now and in the future.
Steve and Becky Menzel
August 19, 2010
Alan,
What a wonderful person Martha was!
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's strength comfort you and the support of family and friends surround you during this time.
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