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for Richard Offerman
Steven & Barbara Sadowski
May 15, 2008
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 1998-2008
Janine Saberson
May 7, 2008
Oh how Steve and I adore you!! And our patio furniture too!! Your memory will live on with your bright and sunny disposition. We will miss you dearly. Rest in peace. We'll meet again uncle Dick.
Mary Geiser
May 7, 2008
Dick, You will be missed more than you could have imagined. All of the memories we all share will never be forgotten. Kurt had the greatest time at the track with you even though Jackie & I were worried. I understand you had a great time with Greg also. They will miss the chance to do it again. I am sad to have had you in all of our lives for such a limited time. Kurts children will miss Mr. Dick. See you in the future, you make the best cosmo's.
But for now, we will make them for Jackie!
Love & Miss You
Mary
ROSE KANE
May 7, 2008
DICK, YOU BRIGHTENED OUR DAYS HERE AT BANYAN........YOU ALWAYS HAD A HELPING HAND FOR OTHERS, AND SERVED THE BEST COSMOS! I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT NIGHT WE PICKED YOU UP AT AIRPORT, WITH JUST " A FEW" OF JACKIES SUITCASES...........AND THEN UNLOADING IN THE PARKING LOT. YOU WERE TRULY A GENTLEMAN.AND A GENTLE- MAN. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU WITH MUCH LOVE AND LAUGHS.....YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED HERE IN BANYAN COURTS
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Jay Budzien
May 6, 2008
Dick was a dear friend of our family. His wonderful mother, Trudy, was my mothers best friend. And his dad, Speed was like a father to me growing up. Having lost my own dad when I was just 14. I remember such wonderful times. My sincere sympathy and love goes out to Dick's family.
Matt Chmielewski
May 6, 2008
I am saddened today by the passing of Dr. Offerman. As a child that grew up with Buck teeth and a few years of corrections in my mouth growing up, I got to know Dr. Offerman and his staff as a child. They have always felt like family. I will kiss my 6 day old son Bennett today knowing that Dr. Offerman in a very cool indirect way had a profound effect on him and my life.
My favorite Dr. Offerman story is that at a basketball camp at Carroll College I got my braces stuck in another players shirt, bleeding, etc. Dr. Offerman picked me up from camp, drove my to his office (office was closed), patched me up and got me back for the next session. He was one of a kind and I am eternally in debt!
Marilee Ulatt (Sparby)
May 6, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss.
At the rising of the sun and at its going down,
We remember them.
At the blowing of the wind and in the chill of Winter, We remember them.
At the opening of buds and in the rebirth of Spring,
We remember them.
At the blueness of the skies and in the warmth of Summer,
We remember them.
At the rustling of leaves and the beauty of Autumn,
We remember them.
At the beginning of the year and when it ends,
We remember them.
As long as we live, they too will live;
for they are now a part of us, as we remember them.
When we are weary and in need of strength,
We remember them.
When we are lost and sick at heart,
We remember them.
When we have joys we yearn to share,
We remember them.
When we have decisions that are difficult to make,
We remember them
When we have achievements that are based on theirs,
We remember them.
As long as we live, they too shall live,
for they are a part of us, as we remember them.
Joe Schmidt
May 6, 2008
Dr.O taught me alot about the referral side of being a specialist. Very knowledgable and a true mentor. My sincere sympathy to his family and a true loss for our profession.
Kurt Mendez
May 6, 2008
Dick,
Time has past yet ,your memeory will live on. You touched more souls than most. May God keep you at his side. You made me a more complete man and I love you for it.
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