Alicia Kay Talcott

We miss you Alicia and think of you often. ❤ Godfather, Uncle Brent and Aunt Lisa

Alicia my friend. Thinking of you today my friend Tina M. is writing a paper on ovarian cancer and is dedicating it to you! Gave her your info and how much a beautiful,bubbly, wonderful, full of life..life you lived! Always and forever will be grateful for the friendship you gave me :) Miss you!

We love you Alica and think about you all the time! Cal and Liz

May 18, 2007
Alicia, my lovely, beautiful, feisty daughter, I miss you so much today! Last night Dad and I were again sharing tears because we miss you so and knew we would have been having a BIG celebration with you and Mike today had you been here with us. Instead, we know you are celebrating this date of your birth with our Lord in heaven. I wonder, do you celebrate your beginnings in Heaven, your birthdays? This morning at 5:30, I remembered waking your father up and saying "This is it, you aren't going to work today!! Your birth was wonderful. How I instantly loved my dark-haired baby girl!!
You grew into such a beautiful woman!! It was so fun remembering the years you were growing. I am so happy I could enjoy all those years with you! The time wasn't long enough for us but we know God's plans are always good and thank Him for the priviledge of having you 26 years!!
At school today I want to shout, "It is Alicia's birthday, don't you know?!!"
Every holiday and every "May eightteent" (as your little voice would say) there is such an emptiness waiting for you to come over too! There is a big huge gaping hole where you and Mike should be.
I know you hear me asking your advice sometimes or just telling you how I feel. Thank you again for being my daughter. I know you are so much happier in Heaven and you are FREE now!!! I await the day we all are together again. Much love to you our daughter!!!
Love, Mom and Dad

I am just having an "Alicia moment" and need to let it out.
I haven't written in here in quite a while, but the pain and loss is the same or worse.
Alicia, you have missed so much! I am sad and angry and I feel so many other emotions that I simply can't get all of them down. Every birthday, anniversary, Halloween, Christmas and May 18th that passes us by just makes it seem like you are further away from us which makes it hurt much deeper. I look at all the pictures of you at the boys' birthdays and the holidays and I wonder why I didn't do more to ponder and enjoy every single second you were here. I was so busy making sure my house looked okay and the boys were behaving and the guests were happy, that I feel like I missed out now.
Your birthday is tomorrow and if you were here, you would be blowing out 30 candles from a cake that I made! Probably strawberries and angel food cake would be the choice for someone who never was fond of cake. Well, welcome to the thirties. I would love to see your smiling face as we sing to you again.
There is a burning bruised feeling in my stomach today as I angerly swipe away my tears with these Puffs with lotion. (I hate the lotion ones) I just want to see you again, and touch your chilly little hands with the perfect cuticles always back.
I really want you to hold my daughter though. She is missing out on so much without you. The boys were blessed to have you in their lives and will never forget the memories like the fun cookie making-flour-all-over-the-kitchen debacle, and all the times you kissed and cuddled them. Trin will never have that and that kills me sometimes.
She really reminds me of you Alicia. She has these great big brown eyes and her attitude is loaded with spunk. She certainly tries to boss around those boys, and they have a hard time not giggling at her facial expressions and moxy.
I can feel you sometimes...with me and at those times I have to take a deep breath and stop what I am doing so I can enjoy it. I feel like someone has gently pulled the air from my lungs and I need to take it all in again.
I will never forget that you said "I'm not that far away Kris. I'm never that far away" At times when I am struggling because I just want to talk to you or just hear your voice, I desperatly try to remember that you said that. I try to remember that when I see you again, it will not seem like years, but moments.
I love you Alicia! You were always the strong one growing up. I try to take some of that with me when life is challenging. Thank you for teaching me so many other life changing things Alicia Kay of the Milky Way!
I love you and Happy 30th Birthday!
Love, your sista Krista

Hey Mike,

We were thinking about you and Alicia and just wanted you to know our thoughts are still with you. Alicia will live on in our memories. Take care of yourself.

It's late...I'm over at my brothers doing my smelly laundry. It's been about 3 weeks since I did it last. Stella is at my feet sleeping away occasionally opening her eyes to make sure the tennis ball is still in front of her. I was justing thinking about you. Like I always do. I was thinking about when we were younger. You grew up half a block away from me. In those days it seemed like miles. I remember you and your freinds would cross over into our territory every once in awhile. Usually you were looking for Sandy because she had run off and was MIA. We would give you girls a hard time, but you gave it right back. You always had that couragous spirit.

I remember our "first date". It was lunch at Whitey's in Northeast Mpls. I got lost on the way out there and had to stop and ask for directions. I stopped at SA and they were handing out free cookies. Why you ask? It was Valentines Day. I brought that free cookie with me and gave it my new Valantine. I was so nervous at lunch. I was at a loss for words. I kept thinking to my self "don't screw this up!"

I must have done something right, because from that day on we were never apart. Every day with you was a miracle. You touched my life in so many ways it is hard for me to put them into words. Your love made me the strongest man alive! I really flourished being with you. I can honestly say that I am a better person because of you. I want to thank you for that. I want to thank you for all of the good days and nights we had together. Also, thank you for the bad days, because that is when I realized how much I truelly loved you. Unconditionally. I feel that we really had a special bond together. We really complimented each other in so many ways. I miss that part of my life now. I just feel empty. But, for you my sweet Al, I will continue to find the good in all people and in myself. I will look foward to tomorrow and I will continue to laugh and smile. I believe that you can feel when I am happy and I want you to always be apart of me.

So I leave with this last piece. I will always cherish what you have given me in life. I will treasure our last moments together. I can still remember like it was yesterday when we were living at Oliver. I had to move our bed into the spare bedroom because hospice had brought out one of those hospital beds that move up and down. You never wanted to sleep in it. I would find you getting up in the middle of the night, slowly walking down the hall to the spare bedroom. You wanted us to sleep together. I would help you climb in and you stuggled for awhile. I tried to understand what you were saying. You were upset because I had put you on the wrong side of the bed. You always knew what side was yours. I remember lying in bed with you, knowing that our amazing life together was going to be abruptly changed forever. It was raining out side which is strange because it was Feburary. I opened up the window so you could feel the cool breeze and listen one more time to the rain. I told you it was ok to "let go." I told you that I would be "ok."

Your an amazing woman, Mrs Alicia Talcott. I was so lucky to have shared my life with you. I hope you have found the peace you had been dreaming about. I hope you are able to feel "normal" again. Until then my little sweetness, I will keep you in my heart and in my thoughts. Tucked away safely from the pain of this world. I Love you!!!!!



PS. Stella misses you too. She wanted me to tell you.

Alicia -



This past week has been filled with thoughts of you more than ever. It was wonderful to see your family and friends and be with them on Tuesday to sit and chat about you. I miss you so much! Everyday I hear a song or say something that reminds me of you and it cracks me right up. I always hear you still sending me advice or telling me to relax or stop worrying :-) I heard the Nora Jones song "Come away with me" and remembered you telling me you would like this song at your funeral. That was when I knew you knew and this breaks my heart but... what a beautiful song and I can't wait to see you again. Until then I will continue to talk to you in my prayers and will never forget saying goodbye to those big brown eyes that opened to say goodbye with a beautiful smile too. I love you. Katie

Alicia,

I thought and prayed about you and your family all day yesterday...I think about you everyday. I want you to know how loved and missed you are by our whole family. You are so special and so beautiful. Anytime I am sad I just think of you with that big sassy hair and red lips of yours, cracking jokes or telling strories. It brings a smile to my face everytime. Sometimes when I'm talking I stop myself and think, "Gosh that sounds like something Alicia would say!" I am blessed with your sass!! Heaven must be so beautiful with you in it. Love Always,

Alicia,

It is hard to believe that we lost you one year ago.The grieving process still goes on for many of us, and this past year has been a difficult one. Like I tell Mike it is ok to say "this sucks".

I still here your voice that day in the room when you told everyone in there "I love you." Well sweetie we love and miss you too. But I am sure you already know and feel that. You hold a special place in our lives. As Mike, your family, and friends share memories of their times with you the process of getting to know you goes on. I love the stories...especially the one Krista told...you know which one!! It is good to see and hear Mike laugh...I know you would like that. We never stop missing you. I really believe that you are one of those "special angels" up there and you are watching over all of us.

I have one request give my mom and dad a hug and a kiss. Tell them that I love them and miss them alot. By the way, how is it going teaching mom the other side of the coin??



Love you

Mom

Alicia,

I'm missing you today, as I do every day. It is hard to believe it has been a full year since you have been gone. So many little things bring thoughts of you. I think of you every time I look at the sky. The sun, the clouds and even the rain bring thoughts of you. So many songs remind me of you also - even some from when we were kids. No one could ever fill the place that you have in so many of our hearts. You are missed SO much! We will only have that special feeling back when we meet you again in Heaven. I Love You and Miss You Sweetie!!

Love,

Cousin Cathy

To our special Alicia ~

We miss your smile, laugh, and wonderful sense of humor. So many memories have been popping into our heads over the past year. All of the memories represent happy times we had growing up. We all love and miss you more than we can explain.



To Alicia's family: Dad, Mom, Krista, Troy, Mitchell, Nicholas, Trinity, Dan, Mike, & Stella ~ We truly honor the strength and love you all share for each other! Alicia has a wonderful family.



Love always ~ Julie, Waylon, Madeline, Bob, Suzzett, Troy, Stephanie, Tate, and Alexis.

March 1, 2005

My dear daughter, Alicia,

Was it really a year today since you left this earth to be with our Father in heaven? You are missed so much that words just cannot express the pain in our hearts whenever we think of you. We know that God called you home as your work here was completed. You were such a special gift from God. We only wish we could have had you with us longer as it is SO empty without you. I know all of us seem to go through the motions of living because we must but part of us went with you, can you feel it? We all long for the day when our job too is completed here and we join you in heaven, where there will be no more saddness or tears. We rejoice in the ultimate healing you received when you entered Heaven. To think back and try to realize the amount of pain and suffering you went through staggers our minds. Thank you for being so brave and strong when all you wanted to do was to give up the fight. Your sacrifice in suffering helped us all to be able to let you go when God called you home--otherwise we wouldn't have been able to let you leave us. God showed us He wanted you HOME which is where we long to be!!

I will never forget the miracle God last granted to us when He allowed you to say, "Good bye" to us. We were all gathered around you giving you our love and encouraging you to go home. You woke up and said you loved us as you pointed to EACH one of us!!!Thank you, God for that. So darling daughter, until we meet again in heaven we remember all of the wonderful times we had and say we will always miss and love you and get strength from your words, "I'm not that far!"

From your loving Mom and Dad

It was one hour ago when Mike asked me if I was coming over to stay the night. I wasn't feeling well--like I was coming down with a cold--I knew I needed to spend the night at Mike and Alicia's...for some reason, I knew I needed to be over there. I called mom and she said she was going over there after changing her bulletin boards for school. My brother was planning on going over and my dad was heading over before work (4 AM). We all had planned on being there, not knowing what each other's thoughts were. I find that a miracle. Brother picked me up and we were over there within the hour, with mom pulling up right behind us. We had all spent the night next to her, waiting for her to wake up. Dad came early after we all had little or no sleep and dad never left. We were small-talking and waiting for Alicia to wake up. She never did. Alicia stayed asleep and in God's arms until right before she left this earth. She woke up, and looked at us and issued tasks to us. Like taking care of Stella and taking care of Mike and taking care of Mom and Dad and taking care of ====all of us...together..she was trying to ask for all of us to take care of each other-together. It was an amazing burst of God's glory to see her come alive and boss us all around. I think of that often and wonder how she felt.

It is unbelievable to think that wasn't an hour ago, but a year ago.



It is unfathomable to understand I have lost my sister, so I continue to believe she is just barely within my grasp and I all I have to do is think of her and she is there.

My daughter was born exactly 9 months and three days after my sister passed away, and I can't help but think of the miricle which God has granted for us. He truly DOES give when he takes away. We will never have our Alicia Kay back. It sure is nice to see our little brown-eyed Trinity Alicia. Trinity Alicia is an amazing little girl who knows what she wants--already she is reminding me of my sister.



I am missing my sister today and every day. I feel like I am just fluttering through the days. Like a butterfly fluttering by life landing.. and then moving on...not really making an impact or being a footprint in any part of my life. I am looking forward to seeing my sister again. My life will always be that jigsaw puzzle with missing pieces until I reunite with Alicia Kay Schindeldecker Talcott again.

I love and miss you so much, that the part behind my throat, and the part above my stomach will forever be an aching, bruising, breath-taking pain. Please visit me in my dreams again AL. Love, KL

Krista and Danny,

I just wanted to let you both know that I will be thinking of you and your family tomorrow. I didn't know Alicia very well, but I think of her often and remember how special she was to the two of you and everyone whose life she touched. I pray that you will find peace and comfort as she now has. I continue to keep everyone in my thoughts and prayers. Please accept my condolences and pass them on to the rest of your family. Take care! Alicia, you are truly missed! Love, Karisa

Our sweet, sweet Alicia we miss you so much this msg is for you. We miss your laugh and your smile. You are the strongest person we ever known and we miss you so much!!!! I dont know anyone else like you and I cant believe that you are not here with us after a year. My sister, I love you soooo much!!!! I will never ever forget you. this really sucks cause its seams like I am saying good by but I dont feel like that. Ifeel like I am just waiting my turn to be close to you again. You are the person I admire the most. I love you so much. I feel like we are missing a huge part of our life and we wont be complete until our time has come. Alicia I cant tell you how much I miss you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your brother really misses you sweety!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Alicia, My lovely daughter, we miss you SO much. I long for the day when I can see you and hug you again. We know it took such strength and courage for you to hold on as long as you did. You will always be our brown-eyed girl. Our family won't be complete again until we join you in Heaven. Love, Mom and Dad

Lil-

Happy Birthday Girl-

We Miss you...

Shelby & Matt

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BABY-

WE MISS YOU EVERYDAY AND LOVE YOU VERY MUCH.



MIKE & STELLA

AKA:(MANUEL & THE STELCH BOMBER)

Remembering your sweet self on this, your special day!



Love, Jody, Takis

Niki and Justin

Taci and Rob

Mike,

I am sorry to hear of your loss. Although I wasn't around for most of your time together with Alicia, I was able to see the beginning of true love. You two were meant to be together and we all knew and were envious of what the two of you had from the start. Both you and Alicia are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mike,

The girls send their love to you and Aunty Alicia. And are so glad to have you two in their lives. She will be very much missed. Remember we are always here for you.

Love, Yor Sister

Alicia,

Do moterhomes stick up there? I will never forget the drive out west with you. You were so much fun to be with even though you told me a lie-- the one when I asked you why lights blinked on the radio towers and you told me that there was a man working there that ate beans and every time he farted, the lights would blink. Now I know that the man was a lie, it is an angel working there, winking at me everytime I look up at one. I will keep my hair red in memory of you, and can't wait to see you so that you can call me "RED" again.

Alicia,

You are missed, my dear niece! I think of you and Mike and your family every day. Your fiesty wild spirit will never be forgotten. And I know I will never look at red fingernail polish the same as I did before. I wear it with great pride now!



I know my kids and I will never be able to go to Valleyfair without reminiscing about the times you went with us. Now who is going to talk me into going on the Corkscrew, telling me that "Oh, it's nothing. It's a piece of cake! Come on, I'll hang on to your hand the whole ride." Then when we reach the top before ascending down, you let go of my hand and scream "WE'RE GONNA DIE!!!" Of course after wiping away the tears, I got really really mad. But I continued to let you talk me into it! And why????



Alicia, your courage and strength you displayed throughout your illness was always there when we saw you. That was something that amazed me. Also the strength and courage Mike, your Mom and Dad, Brother, and Sister and family displayed was also overwhelming. I pray the Lord will give you all continued strength and to be there for each other. Take care of yourself and treasure those memories of Alicia deep within your heart!



I love you all! God Bless.

Aunt Sharon

Alicia, You are a true inspiration to me. Your battle was so tough, but you fought it with such courage and strength. Even in your toughest days you were always concerned about others. Our phone conversations will always be treasured. You always could make me laugh. I will miss you dearly. You were my girl-the one I could party it up with at all the family functions.

I know that God only picks the best. His garden is now even more beautiful with a new radiant red flower in it. I know some day we will be together again. And until that day comes, your precious memories will stay with me always. I think of you everyday and I always will, especially every time Tahni sings "You Are My Sunshine".

I Love You Sweetie!

Mike, I think you are such an amazing husband. Your love for her is amazing and everyone can see it. You two had such a special bond and it was always so fun to be with you. Make sure you stay close. You are a special part of our family. We love you too.

Love, Cousin Cathy

Michael, I wish I could say I know how you feel to comfort you. But I have never lost the true love of my life like you just have. I can only imagine the loss you must feel. I do know that the love you both had for each other was a love that everyone saw on your faces when you looked at each other. Mike your eyes had that certain twinkle that said I love you. Alicia's would look at you and a certain special smile would appear on her face that showed true love and devotion. Most people in lifetime never have the opportunity to have a love like that. You both were fortunate in your short time together to have a love like that. One thing that I remember that showed your love and devotion for each other was during Alica's illness is that you were both always concerned about each other's well being. It was never how much pain Alicia was feeling at the time but how Mike was feeling and coping. Alicia would be more concerned about how Mike was doing through out this illness then how sick she was from the chemotherapy. Mike would never say he was to tired or ask someone to take care of Alicia. He would work all day and care for Alicia at night or work from home so he could comfort her. You were both concerned how each other was doing. Mike you were a husband that took care of his wife in sickness and in health and made sure she was comfortable. Mike I believe Alicia we be that angel that will be up in heaven to watch over us. But God was lucky to have an angel like you on earth to look over his angel when she was here on earth. Mike because of your love and devotion God and Alicia will make sure you life will be blessed.



Mike, My dad is a wise man and he always told me is that all boys grow up to become men. But, not all boys become a man. A man is a title you earn. he takes and deals with what life gives him and makes the best of what he is dealt. A husband is a title you earn too. A husband supports and takes care his wife and family. In my Book Mike you have earned the title of a Man and a Husband. God Bless you!

Alicia & Mikey-

I know I haven't known you both very long, but when I'd hear about Alicia I would always hear how much of a joy she was. When I finally met her I felt the same way. Mikey I can only imagine what you are going through. We are all going to miss Alicia's joyful spirit. Now the angel we had on Earth is now an angel serving God. LOVE YOU ALL

-ALECIA-

Dear Mike,

I have been searching for a way to make my condolences meaningful to you... and after some deep searching I wondered what would be of comfort to me in a time of such questioning and anguish. When you question... just look around you. See the people pulling together, the hearts touched, the silent and knowing glances that tell each of us that although something is missing... we all carry it in our hearts. If it is of any consolation know that I am a better person because of you and Alicia. You are an inspiration to each person who walks beside you. The depth and breadth of your sacrifices and love is an example of the extrodinary potential of the human spirit.

To the both of you:

What I have always seen from you two, is a constant trail of selfless acts. Who wouldn't want a relationship like that! I will always "heart" you for the many funny times we had: Rudolphs, MOA, your apartment, etc...I could always depend on you for a good time--no matter how extravegant (or not) the situation. Alicia, you always made me feel so important, even when it should have been you who we were talking about. Mike, I'll always be here for you--from Cork's to eternity!!!!

Your Friend, Mary

Alicia, I was blessed to have you in my life. You have always been my admirer that I loved and looked up too. You have given me my passion for red purses. You have always looked out for me, even when getting hurt on Grandma's dock.I have never know a more beautiful,courageous women than you, Alicia. I love you very much and will miss you dearly. Love always and forever,

Cousin Audi

Mike, it seems like there is always someone around or it is not the right time or mostly I am just to busy to tell you how very very proud I am of you and that I love you very much.... Mike, I am proud to call you My Son!!.... Alicia I miss you and love you and most of all I am honored to call You my Daughter-in-law

Mike, I can still remember the very first time you brought Alicia home and introduced her to me. I knew she was going to fit in just right, it had to be the color of her hair. What stood out the most was her vibrant personality, smile, brown eyes, red lips, and zest for living. And when you looked at her I saw a twinkle in your eyes that never left even after she had been taken from us. The love you shared was very special, one that some people only dream of. May the memories you shared sustain you in the weeks, months, and years to come. I know our little "red headed angel" is watching over you now and will help you through this difficult time. I was so fortunate to have her as my daughter-in-law, even though her time with us was short. She is now in heaven, pain free, and showing Grandpa the other side of the coin...:) I am really going to miss her. So Mike if you ever need someone to talk to or just to listen I will always be there for you.



Love

Mom

Alicia & Michael,

Alicia, you were a shining star in this family. Your smile and laughter lite up any room you were in all through your life. I am especially thankful to have known you, since I have been in the family. Yes, I did get upset when you use to cut my tiger lilies, but would smile and say "that's okay they're one of Alicias' favorites." Jim and I could not of asked for a sweeter daughter-in-law. Michael, you and Alicia are always in our hearts. Our love for you is beyond words. As we told you before, we are always here for you.

Alicia we love you, and we'll take good care of Michael.

Love Dad & Rose

Dear Krista, Troy, Mitchell, & Nicholas (& family)-



Krista, I am deeply sorry and saddened for your loss. I only met Alicia a couple times but I remember her being very friendly and outgoing. I feel like I know her much better though from all the stories I have heard from you. I pray she is in a place where the pain of cancer is non-existent and I hope and pray for you and your family during such a tough time. I am happy though for the close relationship you two shared and for all the lives she touched in her short time here. I hope to see you all very soon and please let me know if there's anything you need or I can do. Love, Trevor

My Sweet Krista and Family-



I too did not know Alicia very well, but what I did know of her was purely wonderful. She always had this way of opening up and welcoming you into every situation to share with her in the irony or laughter of it. I feel as though I know her from all of the wonderful things her sister and brother would say about her. I prayed for her all the time to be free of pain, and now she is. She fought a very tough battle for an extremely long time and I think that is truly a testament to the kind of person she was and is. I know that she is happy in heaven and is probably brightening up the place for when the rest of us meet her there. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this your greatest time of need. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do for any of you. I love you Krista! Love, Karisa

Alicia, you are more wonderful than you even know, and you can't help being so lovable. I admired you so much while growing up. I wanted to be just like you! Red lips and all! You are in my heart always.

Love,

Being the neighbor of Troy and Krista gave us the opportunity to meet Alicia and Stella. Stella would often come for a visit and to play with Holly. This gave us a chance to get acquainted with Alicia. Our hearts go out to your entire family. Alicia fought the same battle as my mother - both showed the strength and courage women have. "When something you love becomes a memory, the memories become a treasure." Cherish the wonderful memories you have of Alicia. May God bless your entire family today and always.

Mike,Arlene,Bob,Krista and Dan - Not being there today, sharing the memories and just being with family is really tearing at my heart strings. Mike - I have never met you but I know you are an amazing young man for all you have given Alicia in the last three years. Your support and love made her fight even harder. Arlene - we come from the strong Napper family bond and I know they are all with you today. You and Bob have been through so much also and were such support spiritually and physically for Alicia. One memory I will cherish forever is when Krista and Alicia were small and used to call Lynn and I "Laverne andShirley". All of you will be in my thoughts and prayers today as you celebrate Alicia's life on Earth.

Our deepest sympathy to Mike and Alicia's family. Thoughts and prayers are with you.



Vi Regalia

When I think of Alicia I think of curly red locks, fashion forward dress, Asian accents and gorgeous toes! I know toes sound out of place, but when I think of Alicia the first thing I think of is toes. I remember us always saying that we were going to get pedicures together, but it never worked out. Finally I came over to do her toes myself, it was like a day of beauty for Alicia as Reid attended to her hair, while I was on toes! The smile on her face and everything she was saying told me that she was delighted that her toes where being pampered and painted “Alicia Red.”

When I think of Alicia I also think of her kind and courageous nature. I met Alicia though my best friend Reid. Reid was out of town when Alicia and Mike where hosting a party at their house. I knew Alicia, but still felt like I shouldn’t go because Reid was gone. But Alicia called me special to tell me she really wanted me to come. Once I was there she took extra care to let me know I was welcome. She was not just welcoming me to her party, but into her life.

I am glad she welcomed me into her life, because if she hadn’t, I would have missed out on a friendship that was warm, inviting, loving and free of judgment. Alicia was all of those things, but to me Alicia will always be synonymous with TOES!

I went to school with both alicia and mike and I want to send my condolences to the family. She was a wonderful woman.

My Dear Friend Krista and her wonderful family.



It is with a tear in my eye that I write this to you and your family. My deep condolences go out to all of you. I only met Alicia a couple of times but I feel like I know her so well from all of the stories that you have told me about your sister. It is a shame that someone so young, vibrant and loving had to be taken from this world so soon. My heart goes out to you and your family during this extremely difficult time. As you struggle through the acceptance of this tragedy know that you have friends that love and care about you and are praying for you, your sister and your family. I know there is not much that can comfort you but know that your sister is now pain free and is watching over all of you. If you need anything, I am here. Love Jodi

Mike, are thoughts and prayers are with you. We all send our condolences to you.

Alicia sweetie, you were a beautiful person inside and out and will be forever missed. Even though you were fighting the biggest battle of your life, you continued to put other people first and touched their lives in such a special way that it was a privilege for us to have known you and been a part of your family. Alicia, I am going to miss your fingers running through my hair giving me the latest trendy hairstyle as you asked me "so, what's new lo lo?!"

I know that you are in a better place now but it is so hard to let you go... so I won't! Your bigger than life, red lipped smile will be FOREVER remembered. I love you!

Cousin Lori

I will miss Alicia greatly. Her and Mike sure helped and did alot for me. I just wish I could have been there to say good-bye.

~Theresa~

Alicia, you will be missed. But I do believe the Lord hand picked you himself because you are so special and vibrant, you will brighten his days in heaven, just as you did the days of those around you. Your independence, confidence and wit, will be missed, but never forgotten.

You are one Groovy Chic. My thoughts and prayers and love go out to all of Alicias family, and friends. April

Krista and family-



I am so deeply saddened by your loss. I didn't really know Alicia, but that's a testament to how completely amazing and wonderful she was! Whenever I'd see Alicia at Outback, she was always surrounded by tons of people, her smile beaming and people all around laughing with her. She touched lives... even when she wasn't trying to. Your families will be in my thoughts and prayers. Remember all the good times...



Love,

Angie (from Outback)

Mike, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Mike and all of Alicia's wonderful family! I am thinking about all of you and my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. You have so many wonderful friends and family members that are willing to do anything for you. Keep Smiling and think of all the good times you shared together!

Andrea Schmidt

ALICIA, THE GIRLS ADORE YOU... THEY WANT TO BE YOU.. YOU ARE SO COOL, GREAT CLOTHES, GREAT MAKE-UP, AND AS EMILY SAYS AWESOME SHOES.... I COULD NEVER BE LIKE AUNTIE ALICIA.. I AM NOT COOL... UNCLE MIKEY YOU ARE THE PRO NOW. YOU HAVE HER TOUCH. TEACH EMILY AND KAYLA HER TRICKS. KEEP THEM IN STYLE AND TEACH ME HOW TO HIGHLIGHT AND DYE...

Alicia always had a special way of making us laugh, even when our parents were finding the time to have a discussion with us about our misbehavior (which wasn't often). I think we became the best of friends when we were covering for each other, or planning a clever plan to fool our un knowning-parents. We would sneak into her bedroom window (because mine-they checked for some reason)and we would leave it unlocked all the time. She never got sick of me climbing over her, and if it were locked (for some reason), I never cared that she would tap on my window lightly, so I could let her in.

When we went to high school together, I just thought that was the coolest thing!! We had so much fun driving to and from school and during lunch or even yelling hello in the hall. We really thought we had something special and we were right! When I graduated, her tears were a huge concern to me and I worried "Who will take care of her?" Really, she always took care of me though. I would ask her opinion on everthing from hairstyles to toe-nail polish. It was not a surprise she wanted to go to Horst. That, she did best. Her ability to make everone she touched beautiful can not be duplicated!! She had a gift from God and she used it to the best of her ability.

She never turned her back on her responsibilies either. She was the first one to get excited, and stay excited when my boys were born! I think she brought cocktails into the delivery room 12 hours before Mitchell was born. She was the first one to see Nicholas after he was born too. She had such genuine tears in her eyes when she held them which is so bittersweet to us all now.

I know more now than I ever have, that there is a Heaven. I know she is waiting for me and the way I feel now and in the past few days, I can't wait to join her and see her beautiful smile surrounded by those big red lips and her great big brown twinkling eyes just shining with God's Great Glory surrounding her gorgeous curly red locks.

I love and miss you my baby sister!

Alicia,

You will be greatly missed by all. When we met many years ago Troy and Kris just started dating. I knew you were great the first day we met. You just have that quality about youself were people can't help but like you from the first few minutes of meeting you. I know you have suffered greatly in your young life and I can't pretend that I know all your pain, but I do know you faught as hard as you could!!



You will always be in my thoughts and have always been in my prayers since the first day you got sick. I will miss you greatly and will always remember the good times we had. I love you and please save a place for me up there.



Your Friend,

Troy & Family, Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you and your families. May our Lord hold you all close. Tracy

I went to high school with both Alicia and Mike. I can not belive that she is gone. I want to send my condolences and prayers to Mike and the rest of Alicia's family. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Dear Mike,

I am so sorry for you but elated that Alicia is out of her pain and suffering. God will take good care of her in heaven with Him. I still can't believe you both had as much time as you did together. When you married her in the hospital I thought her time was almost up then. She had a very good husband, and I am very proud of you. Wish I could be there too but I am so glad that Jerry will be able to be with you. Great timing! You are in our prayers. God Bless you Mike! Love, Pam

Alicia-

I don't know what else to say except that I'm sorry that I didn't get my chance to say goodbye. Your love for life, your spunk, your laugh, your weekly different colored hairstyles will be so missed in this world. Every time I think of you, I don't think of you sick, I think of you laughing, smiling and playing with your neices & nephews! I am at ease knowing that you're not suffering anymore. Parker tells everyone how Auntie Al is sleeping with the angels :) (Along with Uncle Scotty and the neighbors dog Ranger.) I have so many memories of you and with you. You always made me do stuff that I didn't want to do but I always had fun with you in the end. Chicago, St. Maarten, dinners at your apartments and the list goes on. You've taught me to live each day to the fullest and to never look back and especially not to care if anyone's watching me dance. And for that I thank you. Please know how much Parker and I love you and will miss your smile :) Mikey - We love you too and we're here for you if you need anything. There's always a hug for Uncle Sweaty!

Love,

Laina and Parker Carlson

Mike, My heart goes out to you in this very difficult time. I know we have drifted apart through the years but I think about you and Alicia often. I too know the hurt as I am watching my Father fight the cancer beast with few days left. It is very difficult and please know that if you need anything I'll always find time for an old friend. It might be nice to have someone to talk to who knows of your pain. Even though your head knows they are in a better place it's hard to make your heart understand that. I wish you Peace and smiles as you remember the great times we all shared with Alicia. I will keep you in my prayers.



Heather

I love you and miss you sweetie

I want to send my condolences to Mike and the rest of Alicia's family. My thoughts are with you.



Jamie Post

Alicia Kay-Frauline Schindeldecker Talcott

You crazy red headed beauty!

I remember the first time we spent together at the uptown, wine club and singing in the rain... Your beauty and spirit for all things showed us what life and living is all about.

Just as you believe in Angels, We know that you will always be our Angel. Looking out for us, making sure that we take care of each other, Having fun where there is fun to be had and not passing up that great deal on shoes (Red of course)!

Mike-WE LOVE YOU...And, as you already know you are stuck with us! Thank you for making Alicia the happiest woman in the world. Whatever you need you know that we are here.

Arlene,Bob,Krista & Dan- Thank You for sharing your amazing daughter with us!

Alicia touched us all in so many ways her flaming red hair and those big brown eyes. Her spice for life and her care for eveyone even when she herself was not feeling the greatest will not soon...Not ever be forgotten.

We love you all-

Leah (Shelby) & Matt

Bob,Arlene,Mike and families,

I know you know how much we loved Alicia and all that she was. Our hearts and prayers are with you today and always. May her memory be eternal.

Jody, Taki, Anastacia, Nikoletta, Justin and Rob

Laurie,

My thoughts & sympathy are with you, Mike & Alicia's family at this difficult time. May you find peace knowing that Alicia is now resting peacefully.



Kellie

Alicia Kay of the Milky Way :)

Your smile and spunk will be missed by all the lives you've touched~ The world is a better place because of you. Mikey and family - Your love and bravery goes untouched - I'm so sorry for your loss.