Ellen R. Fryling

Dear Sara,
I did not, but feel as though I did know your Mom, through our many talks at Sears and my now experience with Shingles.
I wish I could be with you today, but know I am in heart. We are going to see our newest great grandchild whose mom needs our support. She was born two days ago, so you might say this day is a double 'celebration of life'. May God be with you, Sara and the angels take Mom to be with Him.
Love, Sheila

Dear Skip, MaryAnn & family
My deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

I only spent a few moments with Craig's grandmother from time to time at various family gatherings, but I always enjoyed talking to her. My thoughts of her are always of a strong, independent woman filled with an exuberance for life that has transcended to her grandchildren, their spouses and her great grandchildren. A wonderful legacy!

I have attached a photo of the first flight I ever took in an airplane. It was with Ellen and I am thankful for her taking me and generating an interest in flying that has been such a fun part of my life. She also influenced me in her travel adventures for which I am very thankful.

I have fond memories of her encouraging me in singing. She always asked me to sing while she accompanied on piano during visits. My last visit with her this past April was no exception.

She will be...

What I personally noticed the most while visiting Ellen during these last quiet years was her acceptance of gradually having to give up various skills in her activities as a musician. She was filled to overflowing with memories of friendships, and we shared memories of her Owen and of my husband. George. Ellen was most certainly a multi-faceted, shining person of many accomplishments.