Belleville, Illinois
1918 - 2012
Anita GuestAnita S. Guest, nee Rockwell, 93, of Belleville, Ill., born Dec. 30, 1918, in Belleville, Ill., died Monday, Oct. 29, 2012, at Swansea Rehab & Health Care Center, Swansea, Ill. Mrs. Guest was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She loved being with her family and friends. She...
Read MoreJane, Dell, Mike and Mary, I was so sorry to hear about Aunt Sis and Uncle Ralph. My heart is with all of you. I wish I would have known so I could of paid my respects. I loved them so much. Marcia Rockwell-Doherty
Marcia Rockwell-Doherty
November 22, 2012 | Springfield, IL
Jane and Mike, on reading of the death of your parents, I immediately began reminiscing about the early days at Hope Church during the '50s and 60s. I particularly remember your mom describing a Christmas tradition at your home....the unveiling of the elaborately decorated tree after weeks of secret preparation. I often wondered if you kids ever sneaked a peek at the tree before the grand unveiling! Please know that I have fond memories of your parents as do many others who knew them.
Joy (Kamper) Cross
November 02, 2012 | Gulf Shores,, AL
Mike and Mary,
My sister sent me the links to the obituaries for your parents. Sorry I did not respond in September, but wanted to express my sympathy on both deaths. I remember spending time at your parents' house back in the days when I was dating a couple of Mike's friends. I remember that your mother and father were fun to be with and always made us feel welcome to hang out at their house. It is not easy to lose your parents, but hold onto your memories and keep their...
Ruth Steichen
October 31, 2012 | Tulsa, OK
Mike and Mary,
Thinking of you and keeping you both in my prayers as you deal with another loss.
Mary Ann Shadid Busse
October 31, 2012 | Maryville, IL
Anita died just 6 weeks after Ralph-how strange!
Charlotte Peters-Belleville
October 31, 2012
Dear Jane, Dell and Mike....Reading this I started to remember all the times Sis and I would giggle at Ralph and his gruffy "Take good care of her, she's my sweetheart," Well, now she has been given back to him so he can watch over her once again.
I must say your parents were two of my very favorite people, time spent with them watching a Cardinal Ballgame was a true adventure. This woman was a classic and she will be sorely missed. My prayers are with your entire family.
Helen North
October 31, 2012 | O'Fallon, IL
It was a joy taking care if Sis and Ralph during my first year as an in home Caregiver. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Jamie Dare
October 31, 2012 | Southern, IL
