Mary E. Rathman

Rollie and Mary Rathman were the parents of my good friend, Randy, who was my classmate and team mate from grades 1 through 8 at Limestone Grade School and 9 through 12 at Herscher High School.

Since we lived only 1/4 mile apart on neighboring farm properties, I spent many an enjoyable hour at the Rathman's home playing sports like Randy and me throwing rotten pears at each other and riding his Go-Cart.

She was one of my special, wonderful Moms growing up. I am very...