Ethel Vanark Obituary

Vanark, Ethel (Nee Beilman) Beloved wife of William "Bill". Entered the Heavenly Kingdom on Tues., Sept. 26, 2006, age 75. Loving mother of William Jr. "Bill" (Gail) and Barb (Jim) Vallone. Adored grandma of James Jr. (Cherie) Vallone, William III "Bill" Vanark, Robert Vallone and Christine Vanark. Sister of Elaine (Jim) Wissing. Further survived by Ray Vanark, Ken (Shirley) Vanark, Phyllis (Dan) Becker. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Memorial Gathering Sat., Oct. 14, 2006, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM at CHRIST THE LIFE EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, 3031 Summit Ave., Waukesha, WI 53188, immediately followed by a Service of Resurrection at 12:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ the Life Lutheran Church. INFORMED CHOICE Funeral & Cremation Alternatives 414-327-2500

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Oct. 1, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Ethel Vanark

8 Entries

Jerry Thompson

October 11, 2006

Bill:

I'll always remember Ethel [Tarzan & Jane]in our teen years when she vacationed with Jean Thompson and our family.

When I think of Ethel I think of those wonderful memories and what a loving, kind and fun person she was to be with.

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Vanark family. We continue to pray for you and Ethel. May God Bless both of you.

Love,

Jerry & Judy Thompson

Bev Shine

October 8, 2006

Bill: I will miss my good friend Ethel very much. She was always so caring about what I was going through, and she offered her loving thoughts and ideas to help me. We shared so much - I will miss her dearly. I know you will, too. You two were such a great example of a loving couple - it was great to see you interact with each other.

Jim & Angel Wissing

October 4, 2006

Dear Uncle Bill and family:
We want to express our most sincere and deepest condolences. Aunt Ethel was always a very kind, loving, and thoughtful person. We will always remember her in our hearts. Her spirit will always be with us, helping all of us continue our journey on this earth. We love you all very much and remember we are always be here for you!

Angel

October 4, 2006

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 1998-2006

John Lofy

October 1, 2006

Hi Bill, Kathy and I are very sorry to hear about Ethel. As you may recall Ethel was famous to our family for her meat loaf. I still ask her to make it.

Joan & Andy Boeckl

October 1, 2006

Dear Bill,
Our love and prayers are with you. May you and your family find peace in your loving memories of Ethel. She was my friend for 70 years and I'll never forget her.
Love,

Steve Rucci

October 1, 2006

Bill & Family,
This time is always the hardest and my heart and prayers go out to you all. Ethel had a heart as big as the sky and wit to match! She always made me feel special and looked after. For that, I'm forever grateful! As happy and blessed as we all were to know her while she was on this earth, I find great comfort knowing that there's a special Angel watching over us. She will always be there when we need her.
I'm quite sure of that..........

Edgar Helmey

October 1, 2006

Bill, Our Prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.
Ed and Marilyn Helmey

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