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Patricia and all my siblings
July 15, 2006
This is a letter that my mother wrote to my father after the birth of their tenth child. It is a tribute to the love and faith that they shared.
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May 13, 1968
Dear Beloved Husband Tony and Daddy of our Tenth Love,
I, Joannie, feel very inadequate in expressing my deepest gratitude to you for the happiest eighteen years of our connubial bliss. The many trials, sadnesses, joys, lack of financial status has brought us closer together. First our love was deepened by the birth of a darling son, Our Johnny! Later He bestowed on us the honor of being parents of a little Angel in Heaven. With the birth of the following - Mary, Monica, Anne, Tom, Patty, Catherine, Geralyn, Joey, and now little Claudia I am truly grateful! When she was placed in my arms immediately after delivery, only then did I reach this realization fully, and after being in the recovery room did I realize more and more how fortunate I am to have you in helping create another "Love" whose presence has given me so much joy - beyond realization! I cannot realize if I expressed in words to thank you for "Our Rosebud." She is truly precious! Your presence thru the miracle of birth was so wonderful! May our joys together continue for 50 more years.
Gratefully,
Your Loving Bride of 1949
Joannie
P.S. Love from "Little Rosebud" in the nursery!
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Because of their love for each other and their faith in God, I am sure that they are together again praying for the souls of their children to join them in Heaven when our time comes.
The Children of Anthony Hacker
July 14, 2006
Our Dad
Born in 1925.
The oldest of four children.
His father died when our dad was 7 years old.
Served as an altar boy.
When he was old enough to get a job, he had to quit school.
Until the day he married, he gave his paycheck to his mother to help
support the family.
Met our mother through the Third Order, a religious group for young people.
Went to night school to get an equivalent of a high school diploma.
Married at the age of 24.
Saved himself for his wedding night (both times).
Prayed for all his children, even before they were conceived.
Father of 10 children.
Active parent in child rearing:
changing diapers
helping take care of sick kids
chauffeur & fan at his kids sporting events when a ride was unavailable - picked us kids up from our jobs,
dances, high school sporting events
made certain he met all the young men that his daughters were dating
helped with homework whenever needed.
Set good Christian examples as a parent
prayed with the family at every meal
openly prayed the rosary
went with the entire family to church every Sunday & holy day
went to confession regularly taking the family with him
took the entire family to Stations of the Cross during lent
sang in the church choir
took us kids with him when the choir sang Christmas Carols to the elderly of the parish
would hug my mother in front of us kids (showing love and respect for his wife)
sent all his kids to Catholic grade school
sent the majority of his kids to Catholic high school
handed out & sent mailings of Profile literature, .............
Worked for the same company for over thirty years.
When my mother was dying in the hospital, he visited her after work
every day, staying until 8 or 9 every night and spending the majority of
the weekends with her. He had just fallen asleep in the chair at her
bed side when she died. The people he worked with said he was a real
inspiration to what a loving husband should be.
Buried his wife and remained single & celibate for 18 years.
Met Mary Ellen through Our Blessed Lady of Victory Mission and remarried
at the age of 77.
During the 18 years of single life, he volunteered on average of 30
hours a week at Our Blessed Lady of Victory Mission.
Went to mass almost daily.
Went with his wife to all night church vigils and regularly went to
Eucharist Adoration.
As a Grandparent, came with his wife to Grandparents day each year.
Made contributions toward his grandchildren's Catholic education when
needed.
Was a true believer in the sanctity of life, from conception to natural
death.
Believed a person should have to work for a living instead of relying on
government programs.
Donated to organizations like:
American Cancer Society
pregnancy help centers
Our Blessed Lady of Victory Mission
American Life League
Pro life candidates
Was always willing to purchase the fund raisers being promoted by his
grandchildren.
Suffered from a stroke while on a pilgrimage in Poland.
Suffered numerous set backs due to the stroke.
Spent his last weeks in the hospital suffering in great pain due to
multiple infections that overtook a bed sore.
During our hospital visits, Dad would always try to remain joyful; with
a smile, hand hugs, and simple enjoyment from feeding him, washing his
face and hands, and gentle massages to the muscles of his "bad arm and
leg".
Entered into the mystery of eternal life on July 7, 2006.
He's the best father anyone could have asked for.
He inspires us to be like him.
Thank you God for giving us our DAD!
Patti Jo Ellner
July 11, 2006
Geralyn and family...just wanted you to know we were thinking of you. From what I read, you had a very special person in your lives and many happy memories...keep those memories close to your heart and share them whenever you can...your in our prayers...Love, Kevin and Patti Jo
rita qureshi
July 10, 2006
Tony will be missed-He was a great father -Caring & compassionate & fun to be with-I remember when I had him over for dinner he was truly appreciative of the sauerbraten I made-He had a sense of fun & humor-My sympathy to the family he left behind
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Bonnie Lang
July 10, 2006
Monica & Family,
I never met your Dad in person but I feel as though I've known him well because of all of the wonderful stories Monica has shared with me about him. I know you will all miss him greatly. My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this time.
Love,
Chandra Millay
July 10, 2006
Although I didn't know my Great Uncle Tony...I send along my sympathy as well.
Gary and Dianne Geigler
July 10, 2006
Dear Hacker Family,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear father. We send to you our heartfelt sympathy. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Gary and Dianne (Schimmel)Geigler
Minneapolis, MN.
7/3/06 - Mary Sampson with daughters Cheryl and Colleen
Colleen Preininger for Mary Sampson
July 10, 2006
On behalf of Mary Sampson: Mary will miss her dear brother Tony who came to visit her in Fond du Lac at least twice a year. Mary was very sad with the news of his passing and wants you to know she will be praying for you and loves you all. Her dementia is debilitating her mind quite rapidly, but she was receptive and understood the news of Tony's passing as shared to her by loving daughters Cheryl and Colleen.
Taken 7/2/06 - Mary Sampson with Colleen and Ed Preininger
Colleen Preininger (Sampson-Mary's youngest daughter)
July 10, 2006
I will always remember my loving Uncle Tony and his uplifting personality and charm; it was always a pleasure to visit Milwaukee to see my counsins. God Bless and keep his family.
Glenn & Kitty Dashner
July 9, 2006
Blessed are they that have joy in their hearts as you two have always had...
Barb & Chuck Chapman
July 9, 2006
Cathy, Dave, & Family:
Our prayers are with you and your extended family at this time. May your memories bring you peace and comfort.
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