Clara Marie Reed

You left us 2 years ago today, and a day doesn´t go by that I don´t think of you. Questions come to mind that I'd never thought to ask. I could listen to one of your voicemails right now, but my heart won't bear to hear your smile. What a gift it is to feel heartache.

Sentimental thoughts of you mom as I go through the boxes of things you've collected over the years. You did so many things devoting so much of your time volunteering for our community, that I didn't fully appreciate until now. I hope you're still around in spirit to see how proud of you I am, and how much you're missed, and loved.

My Mother, Clarie Reed, was a truly amazing lady! Her words still ring in my ears, "Do what brings you joy." and "Keep your hands busy." She made many beautiful wall hangings and cruel embroidery pieces that showed her skilful handiwork and tasteful eye for color and design. She read almost a book a week- revealing her quiet sense of curiosity and intellect, and belonged to several literary groups including Manlius´ 125 year old Monday Evening club and the Book and Bible club of...

I will truly miss my visits with my dear friend Clarie. Sometimes we would have deep conversations and sometimes just chat about our day, usually over a cup of tea (with 2 different teabags because Clarie said it was fun to mix it up a bit) she was such a talented, interesting, and kind person. She loved talking about her children and grandchildren and beamed with pride as she did. She left a special impact on all who knew her and will be terribly missed. I was blessed by our friendship...

Clare, "Clarie" was a cottage mate of my mother´s at The Cottages at Garden Grove, in Cicero, NY. Clarie added a level of style and warmth that was welcomed by cottage mates, their families and by staff. Clarie always had a smile on her face, she loved dressing nicely and wearing great jewelry, as she stated "because I can" and "why not?" We enjoyed listening to music and many stories while sitting in the summer breeze on the porch. I was sad to hear that Clarie passed, but I saw that she...

Mom, I pray that your uplifting spirit lives on within our hearts and minds, restoring some of the beauty and sparkle that left this world, when you departed.

It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn´t go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home.