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Jay Gerdes
November 18, 2009
Thank you for your prayers and thoughts.
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Mayetta Curtiis
October 5, 2009
Jay,
You will be in my thoughts and prayers in these days. Tho it has been a long time since high school days, I send my heart felt sympathy knowing myself that memories of family and friends are comforting at times like this. We will be praying you will find the peace only God can give when we walk through troubling times. Peace, Mayetta and Richard Curtis
October 5, 2009
Jay, I just heard about Patti. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy Borthwick (Beeler, KS)
Dale Detmer
October 5, 2009
We just heard about patti, so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family is in our prayers.
Dale Detmer & Family
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Linda Rosebrook
October 5, 2009
Jay and family: You are in my prayers. It is so hard to loose someone quickly. Lots of questions, no answers. Talk with friends when you are low. It brings back the good memories of Patti. Just when you will think you have ahold of moving on, something will happen and you will want to call Patti, or say "I love you" and she won't be right next to you. It takes the wind right out of you and you feel you are right back where it all happened again. This is normal. For us humans, we don't want to let go. But we have to remember God has a plan, and Patti has fulfilled her goal here on earth. Now she is with our Lord, in heaven, and what a beautiful, perfect place, where she is now. She is waiting for all of you to make the same decision. Life is tough here on earth. Take a day at a time, and sometimes just a minute by minute.
You are in my prayers. God will give you strength and comfort.
Scott Holl
October 4, 2009
Jay,
My sincere condolences at your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Vanessa Herd
October 2, 2009
Patti and I were stitch buddies. I remember the first time I met her years ago, I knew and felt that warm friendship that grew right from the very start. All of us girls have had some wonderful times and I will remember Patti's awesome laugh forever.It will never be the same. My heart breaks at the thought of her not being here with her grandbabies and family whom she adored. It is all she could talk about and with such exuberance. I know Patti will be that special angel for them. I love you girl! Jay and Jenny, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and that all of us have had a very wonderful gift in having known and loved her. I am very thankful to have had her in my life. Love you guys.
October 2, 2009
Jay,
I am so sorry to hear about Patti. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Take comfort in knowing that she is home with our heavenly Father, and all the angels and saints. Peace be with you.
Dan Heronemus
Stan Heinzman
October 2, 2009
Jay and family,
You may not know me but I have been a friend of Patti's family since we were kids ran around with her brother Rick. My thought and prayers are with you all.
Rachel Wilson
October 2, 2009
Patti was by far one of the most upbeat people I have met. I always enjoyed chatting with her, especially hearing her talk about her grandbabies. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. May God be with you all in this time of healing and comfort you.
Penne Welch
October 2, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Geri Elliott Farber
October 2, 2009
Jay, Jenny, Buzz, Rick, Jimmy and families,
You may not remember me but I've known Patti since I started working at Fox back in the 70's. Mary Etta was a special friend over the years and always kept me up to date on Patti and the family.
In later years I loved going into the Calico Rabbit and visiting with Patti and catching up on the latest. The last time I saw Patti was at Mary Etta's funeral where, as usual, she was comforting all who came.
My heart is full of sadness for all of you. But, at the same time, wondering what Patti and Mary Etta are up to right this minute -- putting glitter on wings maybe?
Sher French
October 2, 2009
Jay and Jenny, Becke and Jimmy and family: My prayers and thoughts go out to you all. I am so sorry for your loss. I have great memories of the family and remember so many with Patti at the Calico Rabbit, holidays, and others. She will watch over you from above.
Terry Cole
October 2, 2009
Jay and Jenny,
Jay, we have been friends for over 50 years, Sad to say that we have not always been in contact with each other, but that does not mean that you and Patty have not been in our prayers over the years. I hope you feel the prayers of all those holding you up.
Jenny, things like this are never easy. But I know that you have a strong foundation in your father and your father;s father. Lean on them and during a very trying time enjoy your love for each other.
Carol Bammes
October 1, 2009
Patti was the first person who helped me with rubber stamping when she and her mother was at Calico Rabbit, she was talented, I had a son in the hospital for several months and sent daily cards and I could count on Patti to help me to make it perfect Why do all the good people have to leave us so soon
Joyce Schauf
October 1, 2009
Dear Jay and Jenny,
Jenny, I only remember you when you were very little. Your mother and I use to work together at Dr’s. Laham, Glass & Nelson. We were good buddies for many years, then life got into the way and we lost contact.
Patti was an amazing woman, full of life and always smiling.
I remember when your mom and dad met; they were crazy about each other.
May God hold & comfort you & your family in this time of need.
Friends are forever, I will never forget the good times we had together.
May God bless you,
Janie Wilson
October 1, 2009
May her contegious smile and laughter live in all of us.
Ashley "Burnside" Hornberger
October 1, 2009
Jenny and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Patti's passing, I can remember staying the night with Jenny growing up just down the street. Patti was always so kind and like another mom to me. My prayers go out to all of you and she will greatly be missed. I wanted to send a card but wasn't sure of your current address. Please accept my condolences.
Katie Asbury (Tunison)
October 1, 2009
Jenny,
So sad to hear about your mom. I have a lot of fond memories that involve her, you and your family. You'll be in my prayers
Kathy Gerdes
October 1, 2009
I've lost a best friend and a super sister-in-law. Her cute smile, her wonderful sense of humor (she loved teasing her nephews), her love for her family and her generous spirit will be greatly missed. Patti, I love you and will always miss you. My Dear, rest in peace.
Sheila Fleming-Dwyer
September 30, 2009
Patti and I worked together along time ago at Star Lumber, I can still remember the smile on her face & what a kind person she was. My prayers go out to all of you.
September 30, 2009
Jay, Jenny, Jimmy & Becke,
We are saddened by your loss of Patti. She is a loss to many, but a blessing to us all who knew her. Her laughter, her strength, her love of family, and infectious love of having fun.
In loving prayers to you all,
Steve and Sabrina (Beannie) Glatt
Suni Lynn
September 30, 2009
Patti was such a warm spirit. I am so glad I had the pleasure of working with her ....Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Vicki Coats Ochocki
September 30, 2009
Jay & Jenny...
My heart goes out to you all. What a lovely, fun friend with a great laugh. How she loved her family and Grandkids. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 30, 2009
Jenny and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Just listening to you talk of your mother made me feel like I knew her. If there is anything I can do, please don't hesitate to let me know. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Shannon Brown
Ruddy Rosales
September 30, 2009
Jay
My condolences for your loss. My prayers go out to your family.
Old Co-Worker Ruddy
Breea Bacon
September 30, 2009
Patti was an amazing woman. I knew her through her leadership and involvement with the Alpha Phi Parents Club. Even after I moved to Oklahoma we stayed in touch through XMAS cards and other correspondence. I loved her very much, and she will be greatly missed. Jenny, my thoughts are with you and yours.
September 30, 2009
Jay, Jenny and family,
So sorry to hear of your unexpected loss. My families hearts go out to you in this difficult time. May you have your memories and each other to comfort you.
JoAnn Underwood and family
Sue Hall
September 30, 2009
Jay, Jenny and Family,
The night I read my email receiving the news of Patti's passing I could not sleep for remembering all the days and meetings as homeowners officers.
Also the times at Calico Rabbit and it's closing. We laughed and cried for the passing years that she felt that was going away.
Trying to teach Patti to use a computer was even more fun, just give a typewritter she said, I know how to use one of those.
She even sent her husband and daughter to help me drive home from Penn. after staying with my son who was so sick for so long. Those are the type of friends you do not forget.
Patti will always be in our hearts.
Love Sue and Charlie
September 30, 2009
Jay & Jenny,
My deepest sympathy to both of you. Patti was such a special person in so many lives. I'm so proud to call her a friend. So blessed to have known her. She was such a kindhearted person that touched so many. She'll be sadly missed.
Dana Minto and kids
September 30, 2009
Jay, we are so sorry for your loss. Patti will be missed by all her friends and by the "Circle of Love" at the NBC tourney. Vicki & Tom Broderick
Bev DuBois
September 30, 2009
Patti and I met at Bunco several years ago. She was a wonderful friend, and always made our Bunco get togethers so enjoyable; so many good memories.
Patti just called me to a few weeks ago as she was checking to see how our family was doing since leaving Wichita; again always so very thoughtful and thinking of others.
She was deeply devoted to her family and always spoke so highly of her Jenny and Jay.
God bless you all.
Your T-Mobile Famliy
September 30, 2009
Jay, Jenny, Josh and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We pray that all of the wonderful memories of Patti will help during this very difficult time. We are praying for all of you. May God keep you and Bless you all.
September 30, 2009
JAY I NEVER MET YOU BUT WENT TO SCHOOL WITH PATTI SHE WAS ALWAYS SO UP AND FULL OF LIFE. SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. CATHIE ATKINSON HOCKMAN
September 30, 2009
Jay and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your unexpected loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May your wonderful memories of Patti help to comfort you.
Steve and Debbie Rogers
September 30, 2009
Jay & Jenny,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Knowing Patti made us all better people.
-Sullivan's-
Joyce Grandfield
September 30, 2009
Jay, Jenny and family, my heart goes out to all of you! Patti was such a warm hearted, loving, giving person. She never had anything bad to say about anybody. We were blessed to have had her in our lives!
Wanda Boxberger
September 30, 2009
Patti and her love for life will be missed so much by her family and friends. Her laugh, gentleness, and giving nature will always be remembered. Patti never knew a person she didn't like.
I'll miss you Patti,
Aunt Wanda
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