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Anna Marie Catoir
1978 - 2010
Anna Marie Catoir
1978 - 2010
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BORN
1978
DIED
2010
Anna Catoir Obituary
Anna Marie graduated from Nicholls State University. She was an artist, poet, & a lively moving force in literary arts for the Northshore, of the greater New Orleans area. She was a member of the board of directors of the Northshore Literary Society. Always smiling, always kind-hearted, as a bookseller & general manager of Barnes & Noble Bookstore in Mandeville for nine years. She was a friend & mentor to many writers in the area. Her own writing, fantasy fiction & poetry, had a crisp, musical quality that was enchanting-like wind chimes blowing in a breeze. Her work has been published in Mosaic, the Nicholls State Literary Journal, & at Fictional Musings online. Her poem, Godmother, published on GoblinFruit.net in the spring of 2008, was nominated for the 2009 Dwarf Stars Award.
Her visual art in the form of mask making reveals, like the turn of seasons, a different & yet similarly unique talent. Her fantastical masks that seem spun from a magical world. Her mask, Harlequin, was displayed in 2006 at the UC Davis Design Museum in the juried exhibition, Face the Nation IV. Another mask, The Green, was displayed at the Southern Illinois University Carbondale Mask Exhibit in 2006. http://amcatoir.wordpress.com/
Anna Marie also taught classes in mask making, scrapbooking, & beginner's family tree to children & altered books for adults at St. Tammany Libraries for two years. Her masks have also been exhibited in the Mandeville Branch library each Mardi Gras season.
She reviewed books for several publishers & worked with local authors. The lure of books was overwhelming to her, travel & everything in-between. She loved masked balls, comic book conventions, live theater, photography, haunting bookstores, fairs & museums.
" Anna Marie was such a special spirit. She was the most unique individual I have ever known. Her ability to remain true to herself & her ability to get along with everyone she met was inspirational. She was the single most non-judgmental and accepting person, with never a negative or unkind word about anyone. Anna Marie had an amazing ability to retain everything she ever read & learned, her intelligence was astounding, she was constantly doing things, I honestly believe there wasn't anything she couldn't do if she put her mind to it. She had the ability to look at a book & know who would like it. She was easily the best person I have ever known." Lori B.
"Anna Marie's beauty inside & out, brains galore and a " to know her is to love her" personality made the room light up. I wish I could talk to her once more - I loved to have a serious conversation with her and then say something totally ludicrous & watch her roll those big, brown eyes to the sky. Life is so painful - she will be greatly missed." Mary Lee Wood
"Anna Marie was the best of all of us. She had the biggest, most pure heart of anyone I have ever known. Anna Marie lived life to the fullest & never put off till tomorrow what she could do today. She never let her disabilities stop her or even slow her down. I love the way she collected words, she had a vocabulary that would make Webster envious. I will forever miss her infectious laugh & delightful smile. I am without a doubt one of the most fortunate people in the world for having her as a friend and sister. I like to imagine Anna Marie sitting in heaven with her wings watching over all of us, reading books & collecting words." Jessica Boynton
"Anna Marie was an angel on earth, the pain she endured was the fires and daggers of hell, she complained little but she was in deep pain, as she was so hopeful and trusting. She kept begging the doctors to get a plan to help her but it was not the case, one wasted too much time initially misdiagnosing her, she was willing to keep trying only to live another day but her body couldn't take any more. Now, she is free to read all the books, visit with all the authors gone before her, have time to finish her novel & many short stories left scattered, make all the Masks & Faerie Houses she wants or whisper book titles & hints down to all her earth bound friends. We will always be with you." Love Mom and Dad
Greatly missed by her family, brother Guy E. Catoir, late grandparents Anna and Salvadore E. Modica and Joyce and Clyde G. Catoir Sr., aunts & uncles Stephanie & Gary Catoir, Cindy & Ronald Catoir, Joanne & Michael Palestina, cousins in Louisiana and several states, her honorary Aunt & Uncle Mary Ann & Van Dubrock, who treated her as their daughter; she was blessed with the friendship of their two sons. Also, missed by many wonderful long time friends & business associates.
Memorial visitation at 9:00 am with Mass at 11:00 am to be held on Saturday, January 8, 2011 at Garden of Memories Chapel, 4900 Airline Hwy. Metairie, La.
In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to the Anna Marie Catoir Memorial Fund, c/o Capital One Bank, 3840 Hwy 22, Mandeville, La. 70471 - envelopes available at service. This will be used to support causes close to Anna Marie's heart, to help future aspiring artists & authors through the Northshore Literary Society & the St. Tammany Library.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
December 26, 2011
Mary and Clyde,
Mary Lee put it perfect. There are so many of us that had all three of you in our thoughts yesterday. Anna Marie will never be forgotten because she touched so many people and has a place in all of our hearts. She truly is an angel!
Love you!
Paula
Mary Lee Wood
December 25, 2011
Dear Mary & Clyde,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Anna Marie was such an angel, it is fitting that she went to God on the birth date of His Son. I love and miss her, too, she was too special to ever be forgotten. I am so sorry and just wanted to let you know others are remembering her goodness at this time of year.
Love,
Mary Lee
Mae Moldaner
November 23, 2011
11/23/2011
Sorry to hear about the death of Anna Marie last Christmas. My prayer go out to you and Clyde and Guy
Mae Moldaner
Nan
August 23, 2011
I'm Nan Antill and you had Heather in girl scouts. I am in total shock to here about your Anna Marie. She was always a very sweet young lady. I can remember when Heather had so much trouble really fitting and she made her feel very happy and welcomed. That's the girl I remember. I will go to her blog and read it. Looks like she touched many lives and I'm sure many are better for that. I will keep you in our prayers. She was so talented. Nan Antill
www.amcatoir.wordpress.com
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April 1, 2011
Mary
So sorry about yoru daughter. I haven't been to shows for about a year and just found out. Myheart goes out to you.
Love ya,
Sandy S. Morgan
March 20, 2011
Dear Mary;
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. I prayed for you tonight.
Gloria Todd Twiggs
New Orleans, LA
Danna Acker
March 19, 2011
Dear Mary & Clyde,
First let me offer my sincere condolences for the loss of your Anna Marie. I can only imagine what you must be going through. I was shocked & saddened to hear of her passing.
I knew Anna Marie from Barnes & Noble. I am one of the founders of The Jane Austen Literary Festival in Mandeville. Anna Marie helped us from the very inception with bringing B&N on board as one of partners in the Festival. Whenever she had an idea that might help us she would call me. I still have a message from her on my cell phone. She suggested that we partner with the Northshore Literary Society, which has turned out to be a successful endeavor. I often visited B&N & would overhear her talking to high school students, sharing her creative ideas with them & it would make me smile. I had no problem remembering her name because my name is Danna Marie.
Our 4th annual Festival is taking place this weekend. Sunday's events will take place at The Lake House on the Mandeville Lakefront. We will be having a brunch & readings of love letters. The winner of our Perfect Love Letter competition is announced at the Festival on Sunday. Also the Northshore Literary Society is doing a panel on how to write a book & get it published. Since Anna Marie was so instrumental in helping us get our nonprofit off the ground, we are dedicating the love letter section to her. I am trying to get together some of her writings & a photo to display on our cherished Letters from the Attic table at the event. I have printed out some of her writings from her blog but was wondering if you had some poetry, photos & other memorabilia we could borrow for Sunday's events. I would like to have some of her poetry read aloud. You are more than welcome to join us & do a reading yourselves. I can send you further information detailing the events of our Festival if you would like.
Sincerely,
Danna Acker
Vice-President, The Jane Austen Foundation of Louisiana, Inc.
Patricia Y
March 13, 2011
Dear Mary,
I was so sorry to hear you had lost your daughter. I can't imagine surviving such a loss. I suppose nothing but God could help you through such a terrible time. Thank you for sending me your info.
Patricia Y
Mary Catoir
March 13, 2011
Anna Marie Catoir
Mary Catoir
March 13, 2011
Anna Marie Catoir
Mary Catoir
March 13, 2011
February 26, 2011
Mary and Clyde
It is with a heavy heart that I express my sympathy on Anna Marie's passing. She was such a wonderful young woman. I taught Anna Marie gifted math at CHS. I admired the way she worked so hard to overcome her dyslexia. I have seen her often at Barnes and Noble and enjoyed visiting with her. I can only imagine your anguish over losing her at all, but especially this way. I will always remember her smile and her determination to succeed. I feel fortunate to have known her. May God's love and the knowledge that you will meet again comfort and sustain you.
Hana Jeansonne
February 19, 2011
Mary and Clyde,
We are so sorry for the passing of your beautiful, Anna Marie. Our hearts go out to you at this most difficult time. May God bless, strengthen and comfort you.
Love, Angie and Anne
February 19, 2011
Clyde, Mary, Guy,
So sorry to hear of your daughter's passing away. I remember meeting her
and liked her. So very sorry.
Joan B.
February 19, 2011
Mary and Clyde,
May God watch over you and your family through this difficult journey.
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your daughter.
George L. and Brenda C.
February 19, 2011
Mary C. and Clyde,
Words at this time seem so weak, but may you feel strength from our thoughts and prayers that are with you at this time. We have enjoyed all the memories of Anna Marie.
Susan and Juan R.
Cindy Cunningham
February 11, 2011
Dear Anna........Thought of you today. Went to the bookstore and searched through books for a very long time. I could see your smile.
Katie
February 10, 2011
Dear Mary and Family;
I am saddened to hear of the loss of your daughter. May you be comforted by precious memories of her.
With deepest sympathy,
Katie Hill
Judy Sloan
February 4, 2011
Dear Mary Catherine,
I have kept up with the news all this time and am so sorry to hear of Anna Marie's death. I too lost my son Matt last year June. He was only 29 so I know a little of what this is like for you. It a pain like no other. All I can tell you is to hang onto the belief that only her body is gone, her spirit is right there with you, every moment of every day. She is part of you always, into eternity and beyond. And when you leave this earth, she will be waiting for you. For now, I can tell you that as hard as this is, it does get better.
Love Judy,
February 4, 2011
Mary,
I just had a chance to open this email. I am So Sorry, to hear that, Anna has passed....
She will be in our prayers.
Kim D
January 29, 2011
Mary, Clyde and Guy,
We were so saddened by your loss. Anna Marie was a lovely and talented young lady.
You and your family as well as Anna Marie's friends are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nedra,Kathy,Ronnie and Jean
January 29, 2011
I am so sorry about the lost of your beautiful daughter Anna Marie. You will need to show Winston for her.
Thinking of you,
Susan C.
January 28, 2011
Mary I am so sorry to hear about Anna Maire, I also lost my brother at 28 to cancer this year 2010. I will share the poem I wrote for him with you.
God saw you getting tired
and a cure was not meant to be.
so he put his arms around you
and whispered "Come to me."
With tearful eyes we watched you,
as we saw you pass away.
Although we loved you deeply,
we could not make you stay.
Your Golden Heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.
Therese Williamson
January 22, 2011
Clyde and Mary
I think what you are doing in Anna Marie's memory is wonderful. She would love it and I am sure it will give you both a sense of carrying on for her, and what she loved.
I think of ya'll daily and added you both to my prayers. Remember if you need anything to give me a call.
I have sent you something for her fund.
Take care of yourselves,
Love and hugs,
Cindy C., Aimee, Jaime and Scott
January 22, 2011
Dear Clyde and Mary,
Patsy and myself wanted to send our regards toward you loss. We are terribly sorry. Yet, we want you both to know that your daughter has not left without you, she lives through you both. Clyde, never stop telling your stories and Mary don't allow memories of her to fill yourself with sorrow, let those thoughts fill your heart with Joy. Be strong for each other, now more than ever.
When I left to Indiana, Patsy said how she would be, and how far away we were going to be from each other. I told her, "Don't worry, I'm just right there." This holds the same with your daughter, she is not gone, and yall haven't lost her. She is waiting! She's just right there. I
hope these words find comfort on your heart.
With love,
Justin and Pasty
Greg & Becky Dubrock
January 22, 2011
We will miss you very much Anna Marie. Thank you for all of the memories!
January 21, 2011
Mary C. and Clyde
Anna Marie will live in our hearts forever.
Uncle Rodge,
January 21, 2011
Mary and Clyde,
With time your memories will bring you smiles a the most unexpected moments and comfort you at the same time.
Take care and we'll keep all of you in our prayers.
Jan & Gary D.
and Alex
January 21, 2011
Mr and Mrs. Catoir,
Our thoughts are with you on the loss of Anna Marie. We know her from the library and the children's programs that she put together. We will miss her so much.
Sarah and Kay
Abita Springs Library
January 21, 2011
Clyde and Mary,
May Anna Marie sing unto and with the Lord and may you have sweet memories forever and forever.
Larry and Judy
January 20, 2011
Dear Mr and Mrs Catoir,
Several member of the St. Tammany Parish Library have made donations to the Library for books (3) in memory of your daughter, Anna Marie.
Both at the Causeway branch in Mandeville and Lee Road Library.
Anna Maire is fondly remembered by many of us at the library. We will miss her ready smile, her warm nature and her bright spirit. All of us that knew her will greatly miss her.
Faye Prendergast
Lisa Haley
A. J Bailey
Donnell Jenkins
January 20, 2011
Dear Mr & Mrs Catoir,
I got a Christmas card from Anna Marie with a not a word about her illness - instead she asked about me and my writing. I am shocked at the news of her illness and death. She was a wonderful person, kind and giving. I will miss her as I know you miss her everyday. My condolences go to you, her beloved parents. You are in my thought.
Ellen Ulken
January 19, 2011
Hello,
I am truly sorry for the loss of Anna Marie. I only worked with her for a short period of time, but she left a huge mark in my life; as she did with so many people. Anna Marie poured her heart into Barnes and Noble. She dedicated a big part of her life to this store and the company. And this store is better because of Anna Marie. I just wanted you to know that Anna Marie and her family will always be part of the Barnes and Nobel family. There will never be someone like her again; so happy, vibrant and full of knowledge and great ideas. I miss her very much, as does everyone else in the store. If there is ever anything that we can do; please let me know.
Love,
Christy Casey
January 19, 2011
Clyde and Mary,
Words can't say how sorry we are about Anna Marie. Stay focused on happy times. Your faith, friends and prayers will help in this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joyce and Gary Toups
Fiore
January 19, 2011
We have another angel and a new star in the sky. . .
Michele and Ron Fiore
January 19, 2011
I was very sorry to hear that Anna Marie died. I know that you will miss her. She did a lot of suffering, but rest assured that it was not in vane. All of
the prayers and suffering that was done during her illness will help her get to heaven faster. I know I felt that way about my Mom when she was in the hospital before she died. I hated to see her suffer as much as she did, but I knew in the end we all have to do our share of suffering. What we do here on earth will
help us after we die. You did a lot to help her during her illness. She was very lucky to have a friend like you.
Take care and God bless you,
Cathy Faucheux
January 18, 2011
We share in your loss and grief
through our prayers. May God's
loving arms and grace lift you up and give you some peace. In sympathy,
Erv and Jo Strohofer
January 17, 2011
Dear Clyde and Mary,
We were truly saddened to hear of Anna Marie's passing. We pray that God gives you all the strength you need to get through this difficult time.
Tom and Gwen
January 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult times.
NLKC members
January 17, 2011
Mr Clyde,
I was saddened when Mamma Mae shared the news about your dear daughter, Anna Marie. I wished the distance between us wasn't so far, for I would have attended the service.
Love,
Debbie deLaune Byrd
January 14, 2011
It is with much sympathy that I write. As the teen services coordinator with the library, I have the wonderful opportunity to meet Anna Marie, in 2005 and have her present programs to the teens, with a fantastic talented, lovely smart, sweet and happy person she was! It was always such a pleasure to chat and work with Anna Marie. When I found out about her passing, I was, like everyone who knew her, completely shocked and saddened by this too early departure. The world is truly a lesser place without Anna Marie.
My thoughts and prayers to your family. May you derive happiness knowing, that she can share her talents with those in heaven.
Sincerest Condolences,
Jennifer Deffner
Anna Marie and Mom
January 14, 2011
Anna Marie Greg Seth
January 14, 2011
January 14, 2011
Good times remembered
Anna Marie Greg and Seth
Friends forever
January 14, 2011
My thoughts are with you everytday
God bless
Pam
Emb
January 14, 2011
May Jesus bless you and keep you always
Hugs and Prayers
Sunnie
Mo
Emb
January 14, 2011
Oh Mary, so sorry
Amy R
DDCCA
January 14, 2011
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have you and Anna Marie in my prayers.
Emily B
DDCCA
January 13, 2011
Family of Anna Marie
I am the librarian at Lee Road school. Anna Marie was my "go to girl" at Barnes and Noble. We became friends and fellow book lovers. She will be missed and surely remembered fondly. Anna Marie was a true jewel.
Please accept this gift in memory of Anna Marie. (Donation)
Kathy Foxworth
January 13, 2011
Dearest Mary C and Clyde,
We wanted to let you know that you are in our hearts and prayers. We've made a donation to the Anna Marie Memorial Fund. It isn't nearly enough - Anna Marie gave all of us so much more in her sweetness and love. My fondest childhood memories are in New Orleans Visiting,the the time we all went to the zoo and the children's museum and Uncle Sam home made sausage, and Clyde great pot of crawfish. Such wonderful memories that will last forever. If there is anything you need or that we can do, please don't hesitate to ask.
Jon and Nikki
NY
January 13, 2011
Dear Clyde and Mary,
I was so sorry and shocked to hear of Anna Marie's death. I can only imagine how heartbroken and devastated you must feel.
May your faith help you through this difficult time.
Sincerely, Janet (Jeanine's sister)
January 13, 2011
Mary,Just wanted to let you know that you are in every thought and prayers during this special time in your life.
The loss of a child so dear before their time is so difficult for one to hear. Know that all of us two and four legged friends are there to support you in your time of grief.
Karen B
NWAL Herding Dog Rescue
January 13, 2011
We have been praying for you and will have masses offered for Anna Marie at Saint Benedict Church.
Cody and Cheryl Lucia
January 13, 2011
My thoughts and prayers have been and continue to be with your and your family.
Karen
Pearl River, La.
January 13, 2011
Mary, Clyde, Guy,
My deepest sympathy in your loss. Words cannot fully express the sadness I feel. My heart goes out to you.
Love Audrey
Covington, La.
January 13, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beautiful daughter.
Fondly,
Louis and Pat F.
Metairie,La
January 13, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May your remember all the happy moments you spent with her and know she is safe with Jesus.
Sincerely
Charlotte and Don P
Lafayette, La.
ps. we sent something for her fund
January 13, 2011
The first time I meat Anna Marie I could tell she loved her family, her books, and her art. And I thought "this is a really cool girl" She was very kind person. I will miss her. Always in my prayers.
Molly Burns
Barnes & Noble
January 13, 2011
Mary ... I am SO sorry for your loss. I wish I had some wonderful words of comfort, but all I can think of is that I truly care. As a mother, myself, I can't imagine a greater loss. May God be with you & comfort you ...
Judy Kansas
Emb
Judith Henstra
January 13, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew Anna Marie as a blogger and enjoyed communicating with her.
January 13, 2011
Dear Mary,
I'm so sorry to hear of your sweet Anna Marie's pain & suffering, and recent departure, but I also rejoice with you that she is now with our heavenly Father - finally free from so much difficulty. I know that this is a bitter-sweet time (I've lost 2 grandchildren) as you're also grieving that she is no longer here with you. May the Lord comfort you & draw you extra near to Him during this time.
Sincerely,
Gwen
Los Angeles
EMB
January 13, 2011
Mary
You have my very deepest sympathy. It is so very hard to lose loved ones. I have lost my family so I know how you feel. The hurt eases over the years but we always have the memories to sustain us. Bless you and all who knew her.
Again, I am so sorry.
Sharon L
EMB
January 13, 2011
Dear Mary,
Words cannot express how I feel for you now. Your obit was a beautiful tribute to a beautiful life lost. My
condolences..and prayers for you to feel peace. Love to you and God
bless.
Kathie M
January 13, 2011
Dear Mary,
I saw your post forwarded through another friend. I just wanted to write and share my sorrow at what must be a terrible lost. I cannot imagine how hard it must be for y'all. Anna Marie was a very special person. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers going out for you and your family in this tough time.
C
NCB
January 13, 2011
I am so sorry to here about Anna Marie this Sunday morning but I sit here and cry for you. I can not imagine the pain you are going through and hope I never do,I hear and feel the pain in your typing and that breaks my heart,I believe I was one of the ones who sent her a card and an angel and I hope I put a smile on her face and gave her some hope for one split moment,as her sister in Christ it was the least I could do, what a wonderful day to go home though on Jesus birth, I was born on Christmas eve and I always wondered was I Jesus birthday gift or was he mine and I know he is min.
Our Good Father lifted her home and took her out of pain,I know you Love her and will miss her but if she was in the pain, now she is living in the Kingdom of heaven how wonderful is that? With my Deepest sympathy and sorrows Hugs...Libby
January 13, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I would very much be interested in reading the booklet you send out to help others speak with doctors. Only those who have lost children can relate to your sadness.
Christine M
EMB
January 13, 2011
at least she is in heaven with god and family and does not have the pain or worries of this world.. love you both rose marie
January 13, 2011
Mary, I have to words to tell you how sorry I am that your daughter lost her fight to live. Know that you and your family are in my prayers. May our Lord ease your burdens and grief with His grace and love. I think you've found a wonderful way to honor your daughter in writing to help others. May God bless this endeavor.
I read this once (wish I knew who wrote it) and thought it true:
"When someone becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure."
Treasure your memories, and know that people all over care.
Flo M
Westminster, California
EMB
January 13, 2011
Mary
I am so sorry to hear about Ann Marie. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mickey
EMB
January 13, 2011
Mary,
I was saddend today to read of your darling daughters passing on Christmas. I have not lost a child, but lost my Godmother (who I was the closest to as we were together all of my life) and it took me quite some time to "feel ok". Take all the time that you need, and know that you are blessed with the memories of the times that you shared together.
I know also that I also felt glad that my aunt was no longer in pain, as cancer had its way with her body also, and as you know it can be very painful. I believe that in heaven there is no more pain.
I am sure that no words can make you feel anything but your loss, so I will close in saying that you are in my prayers.
Blessings,
Bonnie in Connecticut
EMB
January 13, 2011
Oh Mary, I had no idea, I am so sorry. I cannot imagine the depth of your pain. That did not get out to us. You are in my heart and prayers. So many people wrote so many beautiful things-she must have been so loved.I am so sorry.
Shelley B
January 13, 2011
Losing a child is never easy. I lost a son and my dear husband.
I have never understood God's timing, but I do know the lessons and the memories of my loved ones has sustained me. I bask in the love they left and am grateful for the knowledge that all the took with them is the love they gathered and as such their treasure in heaven is bountiful. I know by the love you expressed for you daughter on the embroidery lists demonstrate that she is very wealthy now and free.
Love to you and yours,
Jean de
January 13, 2011
Hi Mary,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have only one daughter and cannot even begin to know what you are going through, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, as well as your entire family. Again, my heart is heavy for your loss.
Hugs and prayers,
Brenda
EMB
January 13, 2011
Mary, am so sorry about your loss but God has gained another angel. I would love to read the obituary on your precious daughter.
God Bless You and as hard as it is to accept she is so much better off.
Nancy in Tennessee
January 12, 2011
I'm so sorry, Mary . . .
Babbi D
NCB
January 12, 2011
Mary I am so so sorry...Paula Told me last weekend in Jackson it wasn't going well....Please accept my deepest deepest condolences and let me know if there is anything we can do for you big hugs
Nancy
NCB
January 12, 2011
Mary - I am so sorry . Anna Marie is at peace now. Prayers for you and your family at this sad time.
Vickie V
NCB
January 12, 2011
Oh Mary, I am so sorry. Please know that we will be praying for her and YOU.
Betty A
NCB
January 12, 2011
Dear Mary,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. So sorry.
We lost our father around this time too, to the same disease that your Anna Marie did. Every year at this time becomes even more special as memories of him flood the holidays.
I'm glad to hear that you are undertaking such an enormous
task of alerting others to listen to their bodies. We do so little of that.
Know you are in my thoughts and if there is anything I can do to help you with your project, keep me in mind. Warmest ~
Vicky
NBC
January 12, 2011
Dear Mary,
Thank you so much for giving us just a little insight into your Anna Marie's amazing life. It was definitely cut too short but only God knows why. I am sorry that she had to suffer in her pain and not being diagnosed properly. It is such a sad time of the year to lose someone that you love so dearly. We will pray that God gives your family peace and that you will be able to move on and enjoy the things that you love doing. It really seems that everything that you love to do touches your daughter's life in some way. Let that be a blessing and enjoy recalling those memories. Treasure the time you had together and the closeness you felt with her; those things don't happen too often in people's lives now days. Everyone is always to busy to really stop and smell the roses and be thankful for what they have.
Blessings to your family and hopefully you, in time, will be able to finish your booklet, that it will benefit many families and bring blessings into their lives in Anna Marie's name.
Love to you,
Margaret S.
Emb
January 12, 2011
Mary
I don't know what to say I cant make it go away.I am so sad for you and your family wish I would of known your daughter she sounds amazing.I know I have never met you either but I know we would be great friends.Hugs for you Mary and thank you just for being you
Mary S
NBC
January 12, 2011
Oh I am so sorry to hear that! You are definatly more than welcome to use the poem! Bobby and Anna Marie are now guardian angels watching over us! They have been called home and will wait for us to join them. Let me know if there is anything we can do for you or your family.
Rebekah
friend you met when AM was getting her first MRI
January 12, 2011
Dear Mary, I am so sorry to hear this news. I know you searched for answers and help for sometime for your daughter. I will keep you all in my prayers. God bless,
Pat, (Earthstar baby) Patches, Zoe, Molly & Chloe
Texas
January 12, 2011
Mary and Clyde,
I am so sorry about Anna Marie. There are simply no words. The photos of her with Winston were beautiful and so loving. My heart breaks for you.
With sympathy,
Joan L and Des
NBC
January 12, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss
Jackie
NBC
January 12, 2011
Oh Mary, I am so so sorry to hear this. Please accept my condolences.
Carole and the girls, Rosie, Lizzie and Sophie
NBC
January 12, 2011
So sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. That is a lovely picture of her and Winston together. You will be in my thoughts.
John and Linda Lanham
NBC
January 12, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter, Anna Marie. There really aren't any words....
Linda G.
NBC
Randy Plattsmier
January 12, 2011
Clyde and Mary,
The hardest thing in the world for a parent to endure is the loss of a child...no matter the age. Know that you all are in my prayers.
January 12, 2011
Mary,
Words cannot express how sorry I am. I know that Anna Marie fought to stay here with us. In the end God needed her more to be an Angel for Him. I am sure she made an everlasting mark on this Earth. Take as much time as you need. We are all here if you need anything.
Hugs& Stitches,
Eliza
January 12, 2011
Dear Mary, dear Clyde,
we feel really sorry for the loss of Anna Marie. She was such a friendly, warm-hearted person. She now is in a better place with no more pain and distress.
It was only 5 weeks since we have met Anna Marie. It was our big hope, that radiation would be able to get her on a better way, and it was really a shock to read your eMail today.
We are so glad, that we were able to meet her and we will always keep her in our hearts.
We know, that it is difficult to give you some comfort, but please always keep in mind the good times you have been able to spend together with Anna Marie!
We wish you all the best,
Doro and Marc
Germany
January 12, 2011
Thank you, Mary, for sharing. Very sad. I have a 31 year old son, to, so I can appreciate the sorrow.
Dale R
Emb
January 12, 2011
Mary,
Thank you so very much for allowing me to share in the wonderful memories you have of your daughter. She really was an exceptional person. I'm sure everyone who knew her will remember and miss her throughout their years. I believe she is allowing you to mourn her but will soon be pushing you to cherish the memories but move on with your life in helping others as she would have done. She's still with you - it's just that you can't see her physical presence. I went to her site and looked at her work - amazing. Such a talented young woman. Even though we have never met and never will, your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May you all be blessed and one day you will meet again in Heaven.
Sharon
EMB
January 12, 2011
Mary, I just heard from Mary Lee that your daughter passed on. I am so sorry. My wife, myself and my family will keep you in our prayers. Once again, I am so sorry to hear this terrible news.
Sincerely,
Vincent and family
January 12, 2011
I'm very sorry to hear this, her sufferings are over.
love Cheryl
January 12, 2011
Mary,
I am so so Sorry to hear this news. I was so hoping that the radiation would of helped. My prayers for you & your family.
Ginga L
NCB
January 12, 2011
Aww, Mary I am so sorry for your loss especially on Christmas. It's never easy to loose someone but being on a special holiday makes i harder. We here were just dealing with our first Xmas without my father in law who passsed away in March from Mulitple Myloma (Bone cancer).. I will pray for you and your family that you find some peace and comfort knowing she's free of pain and is once again Happy and whole, and dancing with the collies at the Bridge. I am sure it is a beautiful place, much better than here. I know we will all be reunited with our loved ones someday. Take care!
Jennifer Z
NCB
Mary Ann Dubrock
January 12, 2011
When I think of Anna Marie, I remember her bouncy curls at 4 years old when she went to John Calvin Preschool with my sons. She was outgoing and cute and oh so smart. She grew into a fine woman with wonderful ideas. She is now in heaven making masks and writing and getting the big library in order!
David
January 12, 2011
Anna Marie you will be missed by the Barnes and Noble community- you taught me so much. Rest in peace.
January 11, 2011
Oh, Mary, there just are no words. I hold you next to my heart.
Anne and Sailor
NCB
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