Dale Ries

Auntie,
I miss you so much already, all of our long conversations while I'm stuck in traffic. I never knew how much I acually did talk to you, everytime I needed to hear the comfort of a loved one telling me it's okay...especially all of our funny stories of Dad..we miss him so much, we found comfort in our stories to each other. I made you listen to the lyrics of songs that hit home, just a few weeks ago had you listen to Avra's song "slipped away" we were both crying over the phone, once...

Jess & Annie & Family of Dale;

Your mother was the closest I ever came to having a sister. We met when we were 9 in Bayport at school. She said she knew I would be her best friend the moment she layed eyes on me (we both had the same hair cut!) a pixie, I think. We would go up and down the streets of Bayport "doing Scavenger hunts" summers long, long ago. My heart is just breaking - I am so sorry for your loss. But I also know she is now with her beloved brothers (Rusty & Charlie). She...

Aunt Nell and Family,

So very sad to hear of Dale's unexpected passing. We will be thinking of all you, today, especially; and of course, Dale. May she rest in peace.

Love, Cathy and Ron (Corner Brook, NL)

To the Ries & Atkins Families:

Our condolences for the lost of Dale. She will always be in the hearts of those that loved her.

Brian & Connie Diethert

Jessie & Annie~
I love the two of you like sisters. We've been through so much together. I'll always remember the yellow house, Dale rocking out to "Rave On". She was an amazing woman, as the two of you also are. You'll be in my thoughts. I hope you never hesitate to call me. All my love!

Annie and Jess,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother.
You are in our prayers and thoughts. May all of your wonderful
memories of your mother be a comfort to you.
Please call us if you should need anything.

First of all, thank you to everyone for your love and support during this difficult time. We've been surrounded by friends and family the last few days and that has helped tremendously.
Mom, we love you more than anything and can't imagine going on without you at this point in our lives. We promise to take care of each other, stay strong, and keep our wonderful sense of humor that we both inherited from you. Every time we look at each other we see all the good things about you and...

Annie and Jess,
Losing someone close is never easy, just know that we are here to help you in any way we can. Stay strong and remember all the fun you had together with your mom.