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Evelyn DILLING Obituary

DILLING - Evelyn A. (nee MacGregor) November 20, 2009, beloved wife of the late Roscoe R. Dilling; dear mother of Yvonne (David) Lackenby of Hyannis, MA, Ronald (Jackalyn) Dilling of Franklin, MA and Donna (Peter) Simpson of Lewiston, NY; loving grandmother of Briana, Justin, Sara and Ryan; sister of Diane (Russell) Cinque, and the late Harry, June, Siss, Sonny and Bobby; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins; beloved cousin of the Wagner girls. A Memorial Service will be held at the St. Andrew Episcopal Church, 3107 Main St., Buffalo, NY, Saturday, December 12th at 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her memory to The American Cancer Society. Arrangements by C. MERTZ & SON FUNERAL HOME, INC.
Published by Buffalo News from Nov. 22 to Nov. 23, 2009.

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December 7, 2009

To the family of evelyn, you probably don't know me but ev was my friend at bj's she always had a smile for me and i'm gonna miss her so much. Hope she can rest in peace. she was much loved at work. Thank youevelyn for being my friend, Kerin O'Connor

margaret ranstatler

December 3, 2009

don't know if you will remember me but i dated ron a long time ago,sorry to hear about your mom passing away. i had kept in touch with your mom and dad for several years but not recently. again my sympathy for all of you.

Kevin Baumann

November 30, 2009

We were very sad to hear about the passing of Evie. I remember playing scat with her and Nellie up at Angola, years ago. I'm sure that's what they're doing now. We will all miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Love Kevin and Sara Baumann

Donna Simpson

November 30, 2009

There are so many ways in which a person misses another. I remember well the first time death entered my life when my maternal grandfather died in 1965. It was strange and surreal and at the age of 8 difficult to comprehend. My father died in 2003 after a long illness. I loved him very much, and we had grown close after his retirement and our ability to spend time together. My mother and I admittedly never had that mother-child bond that so many of us talk about but I loved her and as she battled cancer, we formed a tighter bond against the common enemy that eventually led to her death. I want only to remember the good times, the laughs and the silliness that is a family. My cousins, the "Wagner Girls" deserve a huge THANK YOU from us, especially Judy Zimmett, Sandy Holden and Nancy Baumann, among others who helped Mom in many different ways. Towards the end, Judy was an incredible support for her and for me and for that I will always be so grateful. Thanks Jude, I love you!

I will always feel a sense of loss and a hole left behind in my soul. I was the "baby" of the family and my Dad doted on me. My Mom always counted on me to be there for her when my Dad worked so many days on the road. She supported my early education and for that I am so grateful. But for all those memories, I would say thank you most to those who are still living and who are our loving cousins friends and close relatives who have expressed their devotion and love. I want to say, from the bottom of my heart that I love you all and I want to thank you so much for all your support over the last 18 months and for every kind word, kind deed and simple pleasure you gave my Mom and me. I will hold near to my heart the little things that Judy, Sandy and Nancy did for her and for me. My husband Peter, is my rock and with him, I am happy to be alive and amongst family and friends that love and cherish those memories with me. Thank you so much. Farewell Mom and I hope you have a wonderful after-life. Say hi to Dad and give him a big hug for me. I love you.

Yvonne Lackenby

November 26, 2009

Mom, Words cannot express how much I loved you and will miss you. You were my inspiration and my tower of strength. A part of my heart went with you and I will cherish your love and the beautiful memories forever. Rest in peace. I love you - Yvonne

Nancy (Wagner) Baumann

November 26, 2009

Yvonne, Ron, Donna & Families,

I'm so sorry for the loss of your Mom and my dear cousin. I miss her so much and it is still hard to believe she is gone. We had wonderful times together; our trip to Florida, going to the casino, Broadway market, lunches, dinners and I could go on and on. She was very special to me since I was born. A couple weeks before she passed, she gave me a very special birthday gift, which I will cherish forever. She was very close to my Mom and I know they are together, along with her beloved Ross. I wasn't ready for her to leave, but she and God and other plans. 'I love you Ev and miss you so very much.

Love, Nancy (& Richard)

Charles Preset

November 23, 2009

Sorry to hear that Aunt Eve has left us. Kathy Preset loved her a lot. I didn't know her that well but the times that we went to see her and they came to see us. I enjoyed them. I am not much with words at a time like this. I just want you to know that I am sorry to hear that Aunt Eve has left us.

Charles Preset

November 23, 2009

Sorry to hear that Aunt Eve has left us. Kathy Preset loved her a lot. I didn't know her that well but the times that we went to see her and they came to see us. I enjoyed them. I am not much with words at a time like this. I just want you to know that I am sorry to hear that Aunt Eve has left us. Chuck Preset [Wa State]

Fannie & Ed Hamm

November 23, 2009

Please know you are in our hearts &
prayers.Blessings & Love,The Hamm Family

Debbie Macziewski

November 23, 2009

Dear Yvonne, Ronnie & Donna,

My Mom (Sally) thought the world of your Mother and has the most wonderful memories of her.

May you be comforted knowing that your Mother meant so much to so many. She is now with my Grandmother Lolly who loves her so much and will take care of her.

Debbie (Jefferson) Macziewski
Coppell, Texas

The Baumann Family

November 23, 2009

Ev - we will miss you! Say hi to Nellie for us!

Andrew said to say "goodbye and thanks for the card games down in Florida! And thank you for always remembering my birthday - love you!"

- Jim, Laura, Andrew & Grace

Laura Baumann

November 23, 2009

We are very sorry for your loss. Evie was such a wonderful person and she will be missed. Our prayers are with your family.

Jim & Laura Baumann

Cheryl & Gloria McGregor

November 22, 2009

Do not stand by my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow
I am the diamond glints of snow
I am the sunlight on ripened grain
I am the gentle autumn's rain

When you awaken in the morning hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight
I am the soft stars that shine in the night

Do not stand by my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep

Tioraidh an-dràsda Aunt Ev, say hi to Daddy and Sissy.

Cheryl and Gloria McGregor

Kelly Cinque-Mitcham

November 22, 2009

We love you Aunt Ev! God has taken you home to be by his side, and for that we are happy! We miss you.

Love~ Kelly, David and Natalee

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