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Emma E. Devine

Emma Devine Obituary

DEVINE March 14, 2002, EMMA E. (nee Perdunn), age 65; devoted mother of Terrie Fox (Edward), William Cook, Thomas Cook (June), Linda Giannone (Alan), Sharon Walsh, William Devine and Elizabeth Devine; also survived by 18 grandchildren; one great granddaughter; 2 brothers, Albert, Arthur and one sister, Anna Hardish. Relatives and friends are invited to her Memorial Service Tues. 12:30 P.M., Calvary Chapel of Phila, 13500 Philmont Ave (at Bustleton Ave), Phila PA 19116. Entombment, Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers Contributions in her memory to Love of Linda Cancer Fund, PO Box 1053, Wildwood NJ 08260 would be appreciated. BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 215-637-1414

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Mar. 17, 2002.

Memories and Condolences
for Emma Devine

Sponsored by Linda Lee Giannone.

37 Entries

Sharon Walsh

January 8, 2011

Mom
Please watch over Mike Parson for us, maybe you are already watching over him, we miss you and we will forever miss him too. Until we meet again.
Love you forever,
Sharon

LIZ DEVINE

April 13, 2007

mom,
I know this is stupid writting .
But if feels right. I want to tell you .Your little doddle bug is getting married.I hope we all feel you there .I MISS YOU EVERYDAY

Liz Devine

October 13, 2006

Mom,
I still miss you after 5years.i still can not beleive`you are not here.i miss you calling my name.I feel so alone without you.I miss you everyday. I always find myself needing your advise.wish you where here.

jen walsh

December 20, 2002

Dear Nan,

The Christmas holiday is approaching soon...every time I think about it, I get this awkward feeling in the pit of my stomach because you aren't physically here to share it with us.

I know you would be angry with me for thinking this way, but I do miss you sooo much...not a day goes by that you or something that reminds me of you crosses my way..

I know I can't dwell on the fact that you aren't here...I guess I'm still trying to accept it. And I pray to God that He will give me the strength to know that even though you aren't here physically...you are here emotionally and spiritually....

You have been such a blessing in my life...and I will never forget you.

you always made Christmas special for everyone not by just giving gifts, but your cheerful nature around this time of year...you always loved this holiday....

thank you for giving that to all of us....you will never be forgotten..

i miss you and i love you....

jenny

Linda Giannone

December 16, 2002

Dear Mom,

I am really missing you this holiday season. I know how special the holidays were to you.

I remember all the christmas songs you used to listen to when I was growing up. I can hear them cleary in my mind as I watch you put up the

decorations. "The Christmas Song" by Nat King Cole is my favorite. Everytime I hear that song it reminds me of you and brings back the special memories that you made special for all of us. You really worked hard to make it special. And it was. I remember you decorating the house and how everything had to be festive and just right! You always loved the spirit of Christmas. The Christmas spirit is the legacy that you've left behind. I'll miss not sharing these holidays with you.

I know that even though you're not here physcially, I know that you are here in spirit and that you would want me to continue your legacy and celebrate the holidays to bring others joy, just as you have. I want you to know that your spirit will always be alive during the holidays and always. I want you to know that you will always remain alive in my heart and soul. I Love you.

Your Linny Tin Tin

jen walsh

September 21, 2002

You haven't been forgotten....

I miss you so much..

Aub & Tom Cook

June 18, 2002

Happy Birthday, Nan !!!!!!!

We miss you !!!!!!!!!!

Luv, Aubrey & Tomie

jen walsh

June 17, 2002

Even though you're not here in person...you're always in my heart...happy birthday Nan...i miss you...

love, jenny

mik walsh

May 29, 2002

Hey NAN,

I have beeen thinking about you alot latley and I really miss you! But i know you are always with me and watching over me as I move on. Say Hi to cagney for me. I love you NAN! <3 MIKE

Jen Walsh

May 25, 2002

You've been on my mind a lot lately, Nan...I really miss you...

I love you

Sharon Walsh

April 18, 2002

Dear Mom,

I am sorry it took me awhile to

write, I guess it's because I still

think you're here, maybe at the store, bingo, or down the shore.

I still feel that you are here,

or maybe somehow part of me doesn't accept this. I guess this is why I haven't been on this site.

I miss you now, you are not here on the weekend making plans with me or sharing your coffee with me in the morning, and watching channel 10's Todays Show.

I still can hear you say,

"Get that bathroom done!!!" Well Mom, I am still listening to you and Mom I am finally getting it done.

You are here with me alright!!!

I am finally getting this house in order. Mom the spring flowers in the garden have finally appeared.

I remember telling you the flowers are about to come out soon.

Well mom, You have given me the drive, and I know that you are with me because I quietly hear you speak through me, everything I am doing right now is because I hear your voice in me saying "Get it done"!!!!

And I haven't stopped since!

I love you Mom and I miss you,

You have given me the strength to get things done and that's how I know that you are still with me!

LOVE YOU MUCHLY, Sharon

Lisa Piel

April 16, 2002

Dear Ms. D

I will miss you dearly, some how your voice still echos in my head. But that's because you where a good role model for a wonderful mother. You where always there for your children, you where very light hearted and liked to see your children secure and happy in this life. But you also know when to keep them in line. (ha ha) You where the glue that kept them together. Now those memories are permanetly bonded and will be treasured always.

Look to the Lord and there you will FEEL GOD's peace the peace that transends ALL understanding. There is where you can feel & know where your Mother is and someday be united again!

My prayers and love go out to ALL the family. I'll miss your great strength and encouragment!

Love, Lisa Piel

mike walsh

April 12, 2002

Dear Nan,

I will miss you very much, we had so many great times together playing rummy and you always killed me. I remember at the cabin rd house we went sledding down the hill together and we both fell off the sled. To all my aunts and uncles and my mom i love you al very much. I love you nan.

Jen Walsh

April 10, 2002

Dear Nan,

I was in work the other day...and that song "My " came on..I couldn't help but think of you..i remember watching that @ Annsbury St.

So many memories are coming back to me as time goes on. I miss you so much...I never really realized how close i was to you until now.."my little sidekick..!!"

~I remember the snicker bar incident

~I remember using your denture paste thinking it was toothpaste.

~I remember playing 500 rummy and u would kick my butt everytime..

~staying up late watching scary movies.

~eating chocolate ice cream

~ your dog angel trying to jump up on the sofa and missing it because she couldnt see..:)We laughed so hard.

I will never forget these memories and i will never forget you...

I miss you dearly but, I am glad that I was able to share those memories with you...

ALWAYS, Jenny

Linda Giannone

April 6, 2002

Dear Mom,

Mom I still remember that last day when we went to the flea markets.

How you said that we were rushing you as we were pushing you along the grass in the wheel chair. I couldn't help but laugh. I remember everything that happened that day.

I remember how we strolled through every table. And how you wanted to go to Rice's flea market. You didn't want to miss anything , and you didn't! You didn't miss a trick! You had very sharp vision, to my surprise! You were funny!

I have been there since, re-living that special day. We had alot of fun. I rememeber when you drank 2 large glases of iced tea. you loved their iced tea! and how you asked for a to go cup.

I will continue to visit the flea markets and I will always remember you Mom and our last day together.

Although there is emptiness in my heart, I will fill my heart with the memories you have left behind.

Thanks Mom for giving that to me.

I will always love you and miss you

Love,

You're Linny Tin,Tin

Ps: Does anyone know how I got this nick name?

Terrie Fox

April 5, 2002

Dear Mom,

I miss you so very much, I find myself picking up the phone only to realize you're not there.

I will treasure the memories I have of you and the precious time we had on our shopping spree.

Mom, I am longing to hug you, my heart is breaking but I know you are watching over us-until we meet again.

Love Terrie

Liz Devine

April 3, 2002

Dear Mom. It has been only 19 days since i saw you .I miss you soo much words could not tell you .It has been so lonly with out you .You where the worlds greatest Mom .that os a fact .YOU WILL ALWAYS BE WITH ME FOREVER . Your daughter and Friends your little wizzie

TOM& JUNE COOK

April 2, 2002

DEAR MOM,

YOU ARE THE GREATEST, MOST LOVING MOTHER ANYONE COULD HAVE ASKED FOR. YOU WILL FOREVER LIVE IN OUR HEARTS AND IN OUR MINDS. MAY YOUR JOURNEY BE RELAXING AND FULL OF BINGO AND SHOPPING.

LOVE ALWAYS,

TOM & JUNE

Linda Giannone

March 22, 2002

I would like to thank everyone who contributed to the welfare of my Mother during her illness. I'm sure there are many who contributed in their own special way.

Thank you and may God bless you all.

Love,Linda

Jen Walsh

March 21, 2002

To all friends and family,

Thanks so much for the love and support through this sad time. We all will miss Nan dearly. It is amazing to see how many lives she has touched. She will never be forgotten..

Some of you asked for a copy of my poem to nan that I read on tuesday...

Dear Nan,

The time has come for me to say goodbye...

The fact that you're gone I still deny..

The struggles of letting go are hard to bear..

My mind is in a daze & I feel this is unfair...

It is hard to accept the loss of someone so dear..

The memories of you and me I can recall so clear...

My thoughts roam as I wonder where you are..

I pray you will give me a sign, so I know you aren't very far..

My heart is sad for the pain that you went through..

Yet, I know now that GOD will take good care of you..

He has a special place set aside for you..

I know one day I will be able to see you again..

But for now, only time will mend..

As I reminisce of the times we shared..

My heart fills will joy just knowing that you cared...

You always had a way of making me feel special!!

~Thank You~

Goodbye Nan

I Love You..

Always,

Your little "doodlebug"

Emma's Family

March 21, 2002

To All of our Family & Friends,

We all would like to express our appreciation to all who expressed their condolences and prayers on the loss of our beloved Mother and Grandmother. We appreciate all the support you have shown through this difficult time in our lives.

Many of you have shared some fond memories,sympathy and prayers in honor of our Mother,Emma, We can see she has touched the lives of many. We love her and will miss her dearly. We will add your memories and prayers to our "Memory Book Album" in honor of our Mother, Emma.

With Sincere Gratitude and Love,

Emma's Family

LIZ DEVINE

March 21, 2002

TO ALL MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THANK YOU FOR ALL THE PRAYERS AND ALL THE KIND WORDS YOU WROTE REGARDING MY MOTHER . LOVE LIZ DEVINE

Nancy Piccolo

March 20, 2002

I had the pleasure of knowing Emma & her wonderful daughter Liz. Emma was a real fighter and the support she had from Liz was overwhelming. I only hope that everone would be lucky enough to have uch an extradionary child like Liz. She was with her mom since the beginning of her diagnosis till the very end. I consider her a role model for all children. I am glad I had the chance to get t know them both even though it was only for a short while. The impact that these two have left in my heart is one I will never forget.I hope you are at peace Emma and Liz, never change the way you are.

Nancy

Lisa Brown-Foster

March 19, 2002

Anne,

This thought is for you.

S- Special

I- Instinctive

S- Sympathetic

T- Together

E- Encouragement

R- Rejuvenate

All of these things you two have been for each other. Sisters have a special bond that nothing can break not even death. what one needed the other provided, what the other was lacking, the other supplied. I am sure that you will miss your sister, but know that she will always be in your heart therefore never apart. God never leaves you alone. Look out for your bingo angel; she will know your numbers before they are called. Your heart will be healed in time.You can make it.I wish I could have your strength. Love always Lisa

Barbara Gizzi

March 19, 2002

Auntie Em,

I can remember sitting on your lap during Hurricane Hazel, in 1954, at Grandmom's house on Adam's Avenue. You comforted me during the storm, thank you. I have many good memories, which will always stay with me. My condolences go out to those you left behind.

May God bless you,

Barbara

Anne Hardish

March 19, 2002

Sister,

You will be sadly missed. We had some laughs, and many good times together. I will never forget the last five years. I beleive that those years were meant to be, for they brought us closer, and allowed us to share a portion of our "Golden Years" together.

My thoughts are with you Sister,

One lonely "Bingo Babe"

Faith & Frank Foidl

March 18, 2002

Dear Liz,

We are deeply sorry for your loss and express our sympathy in this time of sorrow. Please know that we are here for you.

Love,

Faith & Frank

Deborah Vera

March 18, 2002

Liz & family,

May God watch over all of you in this time of grief. Your Mom was a very special lady that was loved by many. Her children and grandchildren meant everything to her and she showed that in so many ways. She will never really be gone because she will always live in your hearts. Please accept my most sincere and deepest sympathy.

Love, Deborah

Sharon Walsh

March 18, 2002

Dear Mom,

I will miss you terribly, but I will never forget what you have taught me, I know that you've

have told me that you will watch over all of us and that will give me the strength to go on. You were always there when we needed you. Even though you are no longer here with us, I do know that you will always be with us "spiritually". I Love You Mom and I will never forget you.

To my Brothers and Sisters: May we

continue to keep as close to each other and be there for one another just as Mom has been there for us.

Love Sharon

Jen Walsh

March 18, 2002

Dear Nan,

You will always have a special place in our hearts.

We love you.

Always,

Jen, Mike and Kelly

Tony & Jackie Gizzi

March 18, 2002

Gone from our lives,

but not from our hearts.

May you be blessed with eternal happiness.

God Bless you and your family.

Tony and Jackie Gizzi

Dotty McKeon

March 18, 2002

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.

“ Broken Links ”

They say memories are a

Rainbow so very true

I never wanted a rainbow

I only wanted you

A million times I needed you

A million times I cried for you

If love alone could have saved you

You would have never left

In life I loved you dearly

In death I love you always

In my heart you hold a place

No one will ever fill

If tears could build a stairway

And heartache makes a lane

I'd walk the path to heaven

And bring you back again

Our family chain is broken

And nothing seems the same

As God calls us

One by one

The chain will link again

By: Dorothyann McKeon

copywrited 1982

With All My Thoughts and Prayers,

Dotty

LIZ DEVINE

March 18, 2002

MOM WE WILL NEVER FORGET WHAT YOU MEANT TO US MY LIFE WILL BE EMTY WITH OUT YOU .I DO NOT KNOW HOW TO LIVE WITH OUT YOU .LOVE YOU FOREVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOUR DAUGHTER

Lisa Brown-Foster

March 18, 2002

To the family:

I pray God's blessings in all of your lives, most of all may he grant the strength needed to make it through this time.Be strong. we must accept that life is not intended to last forever,cherish good memories;they last forever. May the peace of God be with all of you.

Joe & Chrissy Gizzi

March 17, 2002

God Bless you and rest in peace. You will always be in our thoughts. May you always watch over your family and friends. We love you Emma. Joe & Chrissy

Thomas Gizzi

March 17, 2002

God Bless you and rest in peace..We love you Nannie...TCG, HGG, HGG, LGG

Michael and Sarah Gizzi

March 17, 2002

Our thoughts and prayers are with Emma's family and friends.

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