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Denise Murden
September 27, 2011
She will be greatly missed.
Kathy Worden
September 27, 2011
Mrs. Dewitt, I could never call her just Eleanor (although we were 'friends' for years after 7th-8th grade!) was one of the most incredible teachers-ever PERIOD. I can spell almost anything without spell check (my kids cant!) I know how to properly use the English language and I know how to write and have the confidence to do so because of her. We stayed in touch through my high school years, she was at my wedding, she mailed little, thoughtful gifts and cards to my child nearly his entire life. She always demanded the BEST from me, and I have always demanded it of myself because of her. And even when her memory was being robbed by a thief called Alzheimers, she stopped me in passing in the mall and looked right at me and said I KNOW you-and she did; probably better than I ever knew myself. She taught me that SELF worth is priceless.
Kathy Everett Worden
September 13, 2011
I will miss Eleanor very much. She and I were buddies in high school. Her impishness and sense of fun brought me a long way out of my shyness. We had good times together. After having gone our separate ways to different colleges, we renewed acquaintance at the KHS 55th reunion. Ruth Behrens White (Natick, MA)
Rosemarie & Juergen Kleuker
September 7, 2011
We are so sorry to hear Mrs. DeWitt passed away. She was a lovely lady and always made us laugh when she came to Juergen's for Ice Cream. We have fond memories of her and she will be missed.
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Desiree Hossack
August 31, 2011
Mrs. Dewitt was my 7th grade English Teacher. I've always had a special place for her in my heart because she believed in me when it felt as if no one else in the world did. I'm very sorry to hear of her passing and will always treasure her memory. I'm very blessed to have had her for a teacher!
Kathleen Sheehan-Helton
August 29, 2011
She was such a great lady!!!! She made me who I am today!!! Missed and very much loved!!!
Kathi McKenna-McNamara
August 28, 2011
This lady was one of the finest people I have ever known. I was fortunate to have her for a teacher in 5th, 7th and 8th grade. I was more fortunate to have her for my "adopted" mom. I love her and can't imagine this world without her. My only comfort is knowing she is in a better place. Hope she brought her "James and The Giant Peach" with her. Love you Ellie C.
Tim &Pat Champagne
August 28, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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