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LILA BETH VOSS
Lila Beth Voss, beautiful and beloved mother, wife, sister, daughter and stranger to no one, born March 24, 1923 to Monroe and Kitty Jones Culwell, passed away April 19, 2010, after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her husband John Voss and her best friend and sister Doris Stroud.
She is survived by sons Mark and Kathy Voss, Steve and Elizabeth Voss, Chris and Pam Voss, and Brian Voss; daughters Dianne and Phil Cohen, and Joanna and Bryan Douglas.
Lila was a charter member of Laurel Heights Church of Christ where she found an especially close lifelong family and a deep Christian dedication. She raised her children and grandchildren to attend every service, to be biblically literate and understand the purpose of faith in their lives.
She was a natural raconteur and from an early age played piano with great skill, sang and entertained effortlessly. Her parents and siblings indulged her talents and performed chores while she played the latest hits. Since she easily played and sang any song she heard she was always very popular. In 1940 at the age of 17 she received a piano scholarship to Abilene Christian College where she accompanied voice students.
In the summer of 1941 Lila Beth Culwell met her future husband John William Voss. Six children followed over the next 17 years and with her energy, drive and enthusiasm Lila became president of P.E.O., Chapter F, in the early 70's. She returned to complete her English degree, graduating summa cum laude from Pan Am University in 1972. She taught high school and Business College English and Grammar to thousands and was a true educator.
Her grandchildren include Andrew White, Heather White, Mark and ReBecca Voss, Matthew and Meg Voss, Austin and Jill Voss, Michelle and Owen O'Brien, Melissa Lopez, Lauren and Andy Barner, Collier and Jenn Jones, Molly and Scott Blythe, Lindsey Voss, and Benjamin Douglas and Cara Douglas.
Great- grandchildren include Glendon Voss, Dillon Thomison, Lauren, Emily and Blake Voss, Scarlet O'Brien, Lila Kate and Joshua Voss, Audrey and Hudson Barner and Betty Blythe. Numerous nieces, nephews, friends and her patient neighbors on the cul-de-sac were always in her heart.
Lila Beth Culwell Voss's memorial will be held at Kreidler Funeral Home Saturday, May 1, 2010 at 11:00 a.m.
Kreidlerfuneralhome.com
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Published by The Monitor from Apr. 22 to Apr. 29, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for LILA VOSS

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14 Entries

Sharon Kidd

May 9, 2010

May You Rest in Peace, beautiful Lila Beth - you will always be in my heart. Love, Sharon Kidd

Jackie Rye

April 29, 2010

Lila lived her life as a true christian and was a living example to so many, including me. She was loved by all who came in contact with her. Her Christmas letters made the season complete. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

gloria bauernfeind

April 29, 2010

Prayers are with your family at this time. May God comfort you during this difficult time. Gloria and Kurt Bauernfeind

GILBERT & NANCY M OBREGON & FAM

April 28, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

John & Becky DeBerry Family

April 28, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

April 24, 2010

Lila Beth Voss was a delightful influence on my early teenage years when I spent time with her and in the Voss house on Esperanza as one of Chris's many teen girlfriends.

She ran a gracious and welcoming home and produced fabulous meals with what seemed to be very little effort, usually while singing.

I remember thinking I wanted to be just like her when I grew up.

At that time, she had fabulous little dogs of a breed I had never seen before.

She told me they were Lhasa Apsos and they were so rare she had to get them from San Antonio.

Now, as I enjoy the company of my second beloved Lhasa, I fondly remember Lila Beth for introducing me to a precious breed of dogs that have become my constant companions.

My condolences to your family.

Gloria Gene Moore

Donna Sigmond

April 23, 2010

I remember Mrs.Voss fondly and her wonderful wit. I so enjoyed her wonderful stories that she always brought to life with her command of the English language. We were blessed she was with us for a wonderful 87 years and will truly be missed. All of her loving family are lifted in my thoughts and prayers with much love and affection.

Joyce Garner

April 23, 2010

Christmas without Lila's Christmas letter--she will be missed much by all blessed to have known her.
Deepest sympathy and love to the family.

Holly Wilson

April 23, 2010

I will truly miss Mrs. Voss. What an inspirational and highly respected role model to everyone whom she met. I looked forward to seeing the twinkle in her eyes and sweet smile on her face at church and to enjoying the laughter that almost always ensued during conversation with her. She had a way of being heartfelt and blatently honest about every word she spoke and could make an otherwise mundane detail seem so hysterical and interesting that you just could not wait for another comment from her. She made me even more proud than I ever thought I could be to introduce her to my husband before we married, as she remarked on his good looks as a "strapping young man" alongside her flirtatious eyes. Only she could pull off such an act with such dignity and poise and this was her way. I am sure there are countless others that she made feel so proud and genuinely great inside. What a beautiful lady inside and out. I will truly miss Mrs. Voss.

Judy Sheets

April 22, 2010

I was blessed to met Lila later in her life, yet we loved each other from the start. Lila love the Lord and told everyone she met about him. Lila and I discovered the Dollar Store, egg rolls, and loved to stop for a hamburger or ice cream. She would call my husband and I when we needed a shoulder, missed a service or just to chit chat. Lila loved English language and would correct my vocabulary. I loved it. I would mess up just so she would "fix" my words.
I loved Lila and enjoyed her sense of humor. She loved me and told me so-that's what God wanted to do -so she did it. Lila wasn't perfect, she tried to do what was right and prayed for her faults. She had a strong personality, and yet was gentle and loving. I loved her stories, yet she loved to hear mine. I don't know who laughed more, me or Lila. Thank you Voss Family for letting me be a part of her life. i look forward to seeing her again. TTYL Lila! Love, Judy Sheets-Owasso Oklahoma (formally McAllen, TX)

Michael & Dottie Fabian

April 22, 2010

We would like to express our sincerest sympathy to the family of Lila Voss.We will always remember her as being a first class lady and role model to all who knew her. We will truly miss her and her wonderful Christmas cards.

April 22, 2010

I remember Lila Beth, I also attended McHi(1939) she was a wonderful person.
Arthur Leroy Bormann

Lynne Wilson Shropshire

April 22, 2010

To the Voss family,
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your sweet mother. I have fond memories of her when I was a young girl. I knew Joanna in elementary school and lived down the street on Esperanza. As a second or third grader I loved going to their beautiful home and was so in awe of her older siblings! If I remember correctly, I believe Mrs. Voss' mother, or someone in the family, lived around the 1200 block of 10th street. I lost touch with Joanna but have thought of her over the years and was saddened to read of Mrs. Voss' passing. May God comfort you at this time.

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