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for Marjorie Shaw
Martha Tressler
July 22, 2008
Dear Suzanne, Stacy and family, I only recently heard of your mother's death and I was saddened to know that she is gone. It brought back memories of the times when your house was Mary's second home. I hope in time your good memories will be a comfort to you.
Carolyn (Smith) Becker and Family
June 6, 2008
Stacy, Suzanne and family:
The thoughts and prayers of my whole family are with you in the passing of your Mom. Our Deepest Sympathies are with you. Your Mom was a wonderful woman, and will be greatly missed.
In the years I knew her, she was a wonderful woman with a great sense of humor. When I met your Mom, in our teenage years, growing up with Stacy and Suzanne, she always balanced love and guidance. My memories include disagreements over suitable teen attire (tube tops), playing cards over popcorn and Sun Tea (my first receipe for Sun Tea--and the best, by the way), trips to and from college when the steering wheel went astray, Christmas time at your family's home, graduation from college, weddings, and having your Mom tell me that even though I was over twenty, I could still wear my hair long for as long as I chose to.
I remember her as a loving Mom to you two, a self-assured working woman, a woman of great humor and wit, strong willed---(especially when it came to our fun filled teen years) and in all, a wonderful role model.
I know she will be remembered fondly and missed by all. All our family extends our deepest sympathies to you and your entire family.
Dianne and Molly Gallagher
June 5, 2008
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Marge. Both Molly and I will always remember her laugh and sense of humor. Her hard work and her love of family. She will be missed.
Dianne and Molly Gallagher
June 5, 2008
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Marg. Both Molly and I will always remember her laugh and sense of humor. Her hard work and her love of family. She will be missed.
Meaghan Hummel SAS 1999
June 2, 2008
I was sitting behind a desk at St. Agnes last Thursday when the school secretary announced Mrs. Shaw's passing. The teacher's desk. She was one of the people in my life who put me there. Mrs. Shaw was my third grade Social Studies teacher as well as my fourth grade teacher.
I am currently in school to become a teacher, working as an aide, and substituting, as I was doing last week. She showed me that learning could be fun. From "Around the World" math games to Social Studies trivia, learning was much easier when it was enjoyable.
The world has lost a great women, but her zeal for students will live on in the many teachers who were once her students.
Karen Pursley
June 1, 2008
I want to direct this tribute to Marge’s great granddaughter, Clara, and the strong legacy that she inherits from all of the Shaw women. Clara, there was not a conversation that I had with Marge in thirty years that she did not share stories of your mother, grandmother, Aunt Molly and Aunt Stacy. She loved them with all her being, as I know she loved you. Marge also loved your grandfather and Uncle Kevin. They were very good to her she used to say and I know she was good to them. By the way, your great grandfather would have rejoiced in your birth as he did in that of your mother and Aunt Molly. So, this unbending love is the most important aspect of your legacy.
But, Clara, there is more. Your great grandmother was a woman of power with a multidimensional intelligence, a compassionate manner, a plethora of interests and a sometimes-biting wit. She did not abide fools, but she was a loyal friend. In all the conversations I had with her over the many years I knew her, there was not one that wasn’t interesting, informative, insightful and often poignant and funny. She was a superb teacher and I noticed that at your baby shower, there were many books as gifts for you from her. I know your mother and grandparents will read them to you, as I am sure they were her favorites as a small child. Marge Shaw was a wordsmith possessing an immense vocabulary and an unbelievable grasp for ideas. Now, I do have to share a funny story with you, Clara. Your Great Grandma and I disagreed on the current American political scene and often “got into it” at Book Club. I had my allies and she had hers, but the conversation was always lively!
I could say so much more but I am limited by space and the intensity of my emotions and everyone’s at this profound loss in all of our lives. May I close, Clara, by saying that your great grandmother was the best and I loved her very much. I am sure there will be an outpouring of grief, love and affection as we celebrate the life of an exceptional human being. Have a wonderful life, Clara DeHahn, and know that your Great Grandmother was an inspiration to so many as I am sure she will be to you.
Karen Pursley
June 1, 2008
I want to direct this tribute to Marge’s great granddaughter, Clara, and the strong legacy that she inherits from all of the Shaw women. Clara, there was not a conversation that I had with Marge in thirty years that she did not share stories of your mother, grandmother, Aunt Molly and Aunt Stacy. She loved them with all her being, as I know she loved you. Marge also loved your grandfather and Uncle Kevin. They were very good to her she used to say and I know she was good to them. By the way, your great grandfather would have rejoiced in your birth as he did in that of you mother and Aunt Molly. So, this unbending love is the most important aspect of your legacy.
But, Clara, there is more. Your great grandmother was a woman of power with a multidimensional intelligence, a compassionate manner, a plethora of interests and a sometimes-biting wit. She did not abide fools, but she was a loyal friend. In all the conversations I had with her over the many years I knew her, there was not one that wasn’t interesting, informative, insightful and often poignant and funny. She was a superb teacher and I noticed that at your baby shower, there were many books as gifts for you from her. I know your mother and grandparents will read them to you, as I am sure they were her favorites as a small child. Marge Shaw was a wordsmith possessing an immense vocabulary and an unbelievable grasp for ideas. Now, I do have to share a funny story with you, Clara. Your Great Grandma and I disagreed on the current American political scene and often “got into it” at Book Club. I had my allies and she had hers, but the conversation was always lively!
I could say so much more but I am limited by space and the intensity of my emotions and everyone’s at this profound loss in all of our lives. May I close, Clara, by saying that your great grandmother was the best and I loved her very much. I am sure there will be an outpouring of grief, love and affection as we celebrate the life of an exceptional human being. Have a wonderful life, Clara DeHahn, and know that your Great Grandmother was an inspiration to so many as I am sure she will be to you.
Louisa Flamini
June 1, 2008
Very sorry to hear about Marge's passing. Marge and I worked together as Student Council advisors and were colleagues at St. Agnes School for quite a few years. Marge is remembered as not only an excellent teacher, but also a great person who can never be replaced. She and her family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Louisa Flamini and family
In keeping with Marge's wishes , a donation will be made to the Komen Fund.
rosemary babiarz
May 31, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Your mother reached many hearts,a wonderful woman.
Rosemary Babiarz, mother of two of her St. agnes students..Gregory and Mary Ann
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