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Erma L. Deutschendorf-Davis
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Carla Dinsmore
January 16, 2022
Remembering Erma with much love today. Sending all my love to her family and friends.
Angie Riebe
January 21, 2011
Erma -- oh, what a lovely, lovely lady, inside and out. Erma was an incredibly sweet, most gracious, sincere and sensitive, beautiful, kindhearted woman. All this I learned from just talking with her briefly in Aspen. She was just so very nice and warm to me and my companions during our chat. I will always be grateful for having the chance to meet Erma. My heart still breaks for Erma's family one year later. To Erma's loved ones: My deepest condolences to you. May God bless you and may you find some comfort in knowing your dear sweet Erma touched so many lives. She made a lot of us who knew her for only moments smile for a long, long time afterward. She inspired us with her kind spirit, and she continues to serve as a reminder of how to live a good, full life despite personal tragedy. Thank you for that, dear Erma. I will remember you forever. With much love,
Lorrie Twobears
September 2, 2010
All of my love and prayers to you and your family. Sorry I am so late in posting my message but I just learned or Ermas Passing
corrie swope howard
July 29, 2010
I miss you Aunt Erma. I cried for you tonight. We all miss you.
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corrie swope howard
July 29, 2010
I miss you Aunt Erma, I cried for you tonight. It's been 7 months. We all miss you.
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND
April 11, 2010
REST IN PEACE
February 21, 2010
My deepest condolences to Miss Erma's family. She showed great courage in her life. Her son, John, was a true blessing to the world of music. I was sorry to hear that Miss Erma went to Heaven but was honored she chose to do so on my birthday. She will be missed.
erin b
February 21, 2010
My deepest condolences to Miss Erma's family. She showed great courage in her life. Her son, John, was a true blessing to the world of music. I was sorry to hear that Miss Erma went to Heaven but was honored she chose to do so on my birthday. She will be missed.
LARRY DAVIDSON
February 15, 2010
I was sad to hear of the passing of my friend Erma Deutschendorf recently. I had the good fortune to meet her in Aspen in 1999 and managed to stay in touch with her since then. She was a wonderful, kind, and caring person who always took time to visit and share some of her wonderful memories of her son JOHN DENVER, as well as the rest of her family. We shared many visits and phone calls over the years as I would see her in Aspen and Aurora and Las Vegas. I recently lost my own mother in 2008, and her middle name was also Louise. Erma so reminded me of her. I am so grateful to have had a chance to share our wonderful visits together, and will keep her memory always close to my heart. May you rest in peace Erma, and God bless you !!
Carla Dinsmore
February 13, 2010
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Erma. I never met her, but I sure wish I had. Her son's music continues to mean the world to me. May Erma rest in peace, reunited with her son John. God bless you.
Terry White
February 5, 2010
I just today heard about Erma Deutchendorf-Davis' death. I visited Aspen the summer of 2007 and, after seeing pictures of others' encounters with her in Aspen over the years, at John Denver tributes, as a John Denver fan, I always hoped that I, too, could meet her. She seemed like a lovely, generous person. I can relate to her family's loss. My mother died in July 2009. Her name was also Louise and she was born in 1922, too. My thoughts and prayers are with the Deutschendorf and Swope families during these sad days. May the solid faith John sang about that his uncle Dean found in the song Matthew sustain you. My love to you all.
Mary Beth Haddy
February 4, 2010
Dear Erma,
How you will be missed by so many people. May you find peace and happiness with your beloved son, John.
Patti Buser
January 29, 2010
I feel so blessed to have met this wonderful woman and spend a little time with her each October out on the Windstar lands. A strong soul. A beautiful heart. My thoughts and prayers are with the Deutschendorf and Swope families. Erma was a true treasure. God Bless
Spanish Group of friends for John Denver
January 29, 2010
We would like to share our deepest sorrow for the passing of dear Erma and send our sympathies to the Deutschendorf family. Some of us had the opportunity to enjoy her warm, kind, loving, and absolutely beloved presence in Aspen over the years, and we are deeply grateful for it. These are memories we will always treasure.
Ron Rich
January 28, 2010
Since the first day that I met her, she always had a smile to share. I'm glad I had the pleasure to personaly sing to her at the Tower Resturant. Like her son, she will be missed. Like her son, she will never be forgotten.
Dianne Hooper
January 28, 2010
She was all kindness and heart. Blessings to Ron, Zak, Anna Kate and Jessi....may your loving memories of this marvelous woman stay with you always and help ease the pain of her loss.
Diane Simmons
January 27, 2010
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to Ron and all his family. Erma was greatly loved by all of us and her smile always added such joy to the October Aspen memories. She was a wonderful woman who inspired us all with her grace and love. Surely Heaven is a better place because of her dear presence! I am certain she is now singing with John and the angels. I would like to thank Ron and his family for giving us all the opportunity to get to know such a dear, dear lady. Peace to all of you.
Laurie Olson
January 26, 2010
I had the pleasure of meeting her in Aspen three different years. The last time - in 2008 - we had an exceptionally long, lovely conversation. She made me feel like an old friend. I will miss her beautiful smile, her laugh, and her warmth. She was like a mother to all of us who travel to Aspen in October.
Connie Scheuneman
January 26, 2010
My deepest sympathy to Erma's family. I never met her but heard from many of the John Denver Fan Club members that she was a delightful lady. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Carole Romanowski
January 26, 2010
God rest Erma's soul in peace, a fine person, mother and wife. She is now on "the wings that fly us home." Love, peace and comfort to her family. She's now with John.
Carole Romanowski
Marshall Chernin
January 26, 2010
Peace be with you.. I met Erma back in 1997 at the Wheeler Opera House. It was a brief meeting which was very special to me. I told how much I loved and missed John, she said "me too." I gave her a hug and said thank you for all she had given us. I am sure John is thrilled to see her again. Rest in peace.
Stephanie Dubick
January 26, 2010
Sending my deepest condolences. Erma was a woman with a spirit that shed light on other souls. She and I had great conversations about life and I will cherish those forever. She made my life more enriched.
Sincerely,
Stephanie Dubick
Pam McGraner
January 26, 2010
To Erma's family - I will pray that the Lord will give you comfort and many wonderful memories to share. God Bless You All.
January 26, 2010
My sympathy, thoughts and prayers to all of you. May God bless.
Jaleen A. (Denver, Co)
Anne Kashiwa
January 25, 2010
Erma was a grand lady. Never have I known anyone with such strength and grace. Even under great burdens she handled herself with dignity and honor. I was blessed to know the Deutschendorf family and we were proud to name our son after Dutch. He was a rare man indeed!
My sympathy goes out to Ron and his family and all of Erma's family. She is a great loss and I hope she has left us all with some of her grace.
Peggie Dalrymple
January 25, 2010
My sympathy goes out to Ron and the Deutschendorf family and friends. I once asked Erma how long she was going to keep coming to Aspen? She replied "as long as I can". I wish I had her strength, as I recently lost my youngest Son, Derek. My Son loved seeing Erma and all of John's family and fans, and going to Windstar. They are all with GOD now, and may they find peace there.
Larry Vanscoy
January 25, 2010
To a fine lady who always had time to attend the week in Aspen to honor her son's memory, and talk with every one who wanted to say hello and talk about John. My condolences too Ron and his family,Erma's brothers and sister, and Annie Denver, and John's son and daughters.
Doreen Oldroyd
January 25, 2010
Erma:
In so many ways without knowing you, you found a way into my life through your beloved son John. Without knowing you, you managed to give us all so much joy through your son John. Now we pay the deepest respect, a wonderful and kind lady who loved us all back without knowing many of us and all through your son John. I thank you for so very much and I will miss hearing words of the kind and loving lady you were but will remember you for all that you were, now you are with John and both of you are smiling; God Keep You Both In His Loving Arms.
Ted Vigil
January 25, 2010
My sympathy and condolences go to the whole family. I got to meet Erma at the Windstar foundation this last fall. She was smiling the whole time. She was a beautiful graceful woman. I wish I could have had a chance to converse with her more. I am sure she had a wonderful impact on many people,and will continue to influence this world with the wisdom she passed on in her lifetime. God bless the family in this time of mourning.
Tom Fleetwood
January 25, 2010
I'm so thankful to have met and shared some time with such a wonderful, loving and giving person. Erma's bright and cheery smile will be surely missed by all.
David Pleasants
January 25, 2010
Erma was a classy lady, that I had the honor of meeting at John's memorial services. She always had time for anyone who wanted to talk. She will be missed. Thank God for the entire Deutschendorf family. They have made the world a much better place.
Rod Almond
January 25, 2010
The world is a better place because of the gift you and Dutch gave to all of us!
My condolences to your family! God bless you all!
Laura Bollinger
January 25, 2010
It was a joy, a pleasure and an honour to meet Erma on several trips to Aspen. She was always so excited to meet and talk with John's fans. Thank you Erma for the gift you gave us all ... may you rest in peace.
May Peace and Strength be with your family and loved ones at this most difficult time.
Kim Berry
January 24, 2010
I was one of John's many lucky fans to have had the pleasure of meeting
Erma.
What a lovely, sweet, gracious lady!
My thoughts & prayers are with her family.
God Bless you Erma, and keep you & John in His safe & loving arms.
Love, Light & Peace!
Joey Bales
January 24, 2010
My condolences to the family! I've enjoyed reading all of the entries thus far. She reminds me so much of my feisty Aunt Norma!
I know she will be missed by many, including those of us who never got the privilege of meeting her.
For some reason, I read about her and developed a distinct impression that she had no regrets. She had awesome sons, a loving family, and so many people who enjoyed her presence (some whom she'd never met).
RIP Erma!
Suzanne Rose
January 24, 2010
My sympathies to all of Erma Deutchendorf's family. May all the wonderful memories you had together help to get you through this tough time. She was a dear person and gave to us a very special individual, her son John. May her spirit soar!
Dorothy Russell
January 24, 2010
I was deeply saddened by Erma's death. I never met her but felt i knew her through her wonderful son John. My love to Ron and all family and friends.
Larry Hilaire
January 24, 2010
I worked with Erma for a few years at the Pediatric Clinic. She was such a hoot and a fun person to work with. She could never sit still. In between patients she would be hemming clothes on her portable sewing machine. At her Christmas parties she made the best "witches brew" punch. She would bring her mom (her best friend) to happy hour, making her stick to only one gin & tonic. We were always laughing. Always a hard worker and willing to help out, my memories of her are that she enjoyed her friends - both new and old, she was fiercely loyal to all of them (her family too), and she really enjoyed life. She was such a live wire and an inspiration. She will be missed by many people, myself included. My condolences to Bubbles, and all the rest of her family.
Annie Davis
January 23, 2010
I was saddened by the news of the passing of dearest Erma. We only get to borrow ture beauty for a brief time before it must return to heaven. I know that she has found comfort in the open arms that were there to greet her. Prayers to her loved ones left behind, it is never easy to carry on.
Paris & Eve Saizan
January 23, 2010
Our condolences to the entire Deutschendorf family on the loss of such a wonderful, caring and decent human being, she shared her love and laughter with everyone.
We spoke with Erma and Edna a few times over the years and it was fun to be in their company and talk about Oklahoma and being 'okies' as Paris' family roots are from also. Two very delightful ladies!
May you be comforted at this time of sorrow.
Jennifer Anderson
January 23, 2010
I was so saddened to learn of Erma's passing. It was a pleasure to have met her in Aspen during the October celebrations over the years. She was always so sweet and gracious. She will be missed by many and remembered forever by those who knew her.
Carol Montague
January 23, 2010
Erma is in God's arms now. She was a remarkable woman who lived a long, fulfilling life and raised a wonderful family. My prayers are with you.
January 23, 2010
All my thoughts and prayers to the entire family and friends of Erma. You were one special lady. A special thought and prayer to the grandkids and great grandkids to carry on her spirit and to especially to Annie whom shared a special bond with Erma for over 40 years. RIP Erma and Godspeed.
Linda Bedell
January 23, 2010
My deepest condolences to the family of Erma Deutschendorf-Davis. I was privilged to see this beautiful woman twice in Aspen. What a wonderful mother she was to have raised such a fine son as John. She is so in our hearts she is there she can never be gone, to borrow John's words. I am very grateful that I lived not only in John's life time but Erma's as well. Rest in Peace.
Pamala Bistel
January 23, 2010
So sad to hear of Erma's passing.
Keeping all the Deutschendorf family in my heart and prayers. Wishing you all peace and good memories of a bright spirit.
Kim Bailey
January 23, 2010
My deepest sympathies go out to Erma's family. What a most gracious and beautiful lady. I'll miss seeing her in Aspen every October.
January 23, 2010
My prayers to the family of Ms. Erma. Such a sweet lady...so kind to everyone who approached her in Aspen. I feel so fortunate to have been one of those people. She will be missed.
With the deepest of sympathy,
Deb Norman, Lincoln, NE
Evelyn Milian
January 23, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. What a great lady Erma was; she will remain in our hearts forever.
Peggy Zenthoefer
January 23, 2010
My prayers are going out to Erma's family. She was such a sweet lady always gracious to all of us at the October in Aspen celebrations. I am honored to have met her. She is in a better place now.
Terri Donahue
January 23, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Deutschendorf family. I remember meeting Erma in Aspen during the first John Memorial. As we embraced, I don't know who was comforting who. We were all "kindred spirits". May she rest in peace with her loved ones.
Sharon and Mike Beil
January 23, 2010
We were lucky enough to attend the Wheeler JD Tribute in Oct. and had my photo taken with Erma. I will treasure it always.
Barbara Radcliffe
January 23, 2010
My heart goes out to Erma's family and friends. I've heard many kind words about her from the World Family of John Denver. I wish I'd had the opportunity to tell Erma in person "Thank you" for giving us John. When I told my Mother about Erma's passing, she said, "She gave the world a GREAT gift!" So here is a belated "THANK YOU, ERMA!"
Kris Johnson
January 23, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
michelle moore
January 23, 2010
taliking to her at windstar with my family
Caroline Smith
January 23, 2010
I would like to express my sympathy to all of Erma's family. Although I never met her, I somehow felt I knew her. I ran into her son, John, by chance on a street corner in London in 1988, and he was and remains an important part of my life. I pray that she and John and Dutch are all together now in a lovely, mountainous paradise.
Dave Snouffer
January 23, 2010
My sincere sympathies and prayers go out to Ron and Erma's entire family. May her family and friends cherish the beautiful memories she shared with so many over the years. Erma is so beloved by those of us who admired her strength, her character and good humor.
It's been said that "Back Home Again" was her favorite song by John. These lyrics say it all:
"It's the sweetest thing I know of, just spending time with you
It's the little things that make a house a home.
Like a fire softly burning and supper on the stove.
And the light in your eyes that makes me warm"
May her spirit now fly with the angels....on the wings of a dream. She is now home with Dutch and John.
Kelli Varney
January 23, 2010
A lovely woman with a lovely heart who graciously shared her sons with the world. Bless her and her family, and may peace be with them all.
Henry Smiley
January 23, 2010
My prayers and thoughts are with the Deutschendorf family in this sad time. Gd bless you all.
Janice Taylor
January 23, 2010
I have wonderful memories of a lovely, gracious lady who always had time and smiles for John's fans. She was always amazed that we had made the trip to Aspen from the UK. Now reunited with Dutch and John.
January 23, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go to all Erma's family and friends at this sad time. I met Erma only once in Aspen but was very happy that she stopped at spoke to me a person from Down Under. She always had time for all John's fans. R.I.P Love and prayers from Fran Kennedy, Australia
Tela Fankhauser
January 23, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family of Emra. She was a very sweet lady that I enjoyed meeting her every time I went to Aspen for the JD get togethers. She will be missed by all.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Randy Williams
January 23, 2010
My deepest sympathy to all of Erma's family. She is with John and Dutch now flying high over the mountains.
Mary Ledford
January 23, 2010
My deepest sympathy to all the family. I will treasure all of the memories and times I spent with her at the Aspen celebrations. She is a beautiful, beautiful lady. God bless her.
Randi Price
January 22, 2010
I met Erma in the last few months of her life. She and I were in the hospital on the same rehab floor. I had an accident in my wheelchair and broke both of my legs and was in a lot of pain, wondering how I would be able to get through rehab. My first day in "group physical therapy" I sat next to Erma. Lucky me. Her feistiness and lovely spirit made me actually enjoy my experience in the hospital. She was delightful, even when she was beating me at bean bag toss or showing me up on leg lifts :). She made it fun. I think I laughed almost every day because of her, and it was that fun and laughter that gave me the reason to get out of bed each day. That, and my desire to finally beat her at the bean bag toss (which I was never able to do)!
Thank you Erma, you were my angel. I only wish I could known you longer.
Georgiann McDaniel
January 22, 2010
My Heartfelt Sympathy to all of Erma's family. A favorite memory I have of Erma is one at a lucheon concert. Erma was brought in after all of the rest of us had already started eating...singers told us that we could get up to check out their CDs. Having met Erma previously, when I got up from the table next to her to go look at CDs, I just got up and walked past her...not to disturb her lunch by talking to her. She saw me and grabbed my arm and said, " I want you to meet my sister." Here SHE stopped her lunch to introduce me to Bubbles. I'll never forget that. We had our pictures taken later after lunch. What a remarkably lovely lady. She made me feel like one of the family. I'll miss her greatly.
My prayers are will all of you.
Chris Behl
January 22, 2010
To Erma's Family....My memories of Erma at the October in Aspen celebrations over the years will never be forgotten. I know John & Dutch are welcoming her with open arms in heaven. May you be comforted by all great and many prayers coming your way!
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