Alpha Septon Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Ray Reynolds
October 22, 2007
I never spoke at the funeral/graduation as I wanted to give others who had known/loved her much longer then I had a chance to express their feelings.
To me Gramms will always be the person who told me to keep doing what I was doing with my children because it was right. When asked in a church class who my spiritual hero was, it was Gramms. She never thought of herself, and was always, to me, the example of Jesus on earth. I remember one day when the Zollman side had a get together, and we were gossiping about someone who wasn't there, Gramms said, "If you don't stop talking that way about so-and-so, I'm leaving"! She would not allow the negative to be spoken about someone in her presense, only the positive. That showed me true Christianity in action. I will miss her, until I see her again.
Rick & Patti Stebbins
October 20, 2007
Hi Diane & Dan,
We know it's hard to lose a parent. May the comfort and support of all those who love you, along with the memories of your Mom you all hold so deeply locked within your hearts give you all strength as each day goes bye. With our sincere love, prayers and sympathy. We love you.
Rick & Patti
Rom. 15:13 in The Message.
Rick & Patti Stebbins
October 20, 2007
We know it's hard to lose a parent. May the comfort and support of all those who love you, along with the memories of your Mom you all hold so deeply locked within your hearts give you strengh as each day goes bye. With our sincere love, prayers and sympathy. We love you all, Rick & Patti
Patti Melius
October 18, 2007
Dear Diane and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate ALPHA'S home coming. She was a loved lady. What a comfort knowing she is with the Lord. God Bless you all.
Love Patti Melius
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Diane Richey
October 18, 2007
My husband Dan & I have felt honored & privileged to have been able to have cared for Mom in our home during this last interim of her life. Mother had come to stay/live with us in Dec of 2004 after shattering the femur of her left leg. It had been a very traumatic & difficult transition for her, (and for Dad, who still manages to live at their house in Anoka on his own.) She had attempted to return back to her home but unfortunately ended up falling again, requiring further intervention into her health care needs.
On July 26th of this year 2007; it was to be Mom's final trip home from one of numerous hospital stays, wherein she was also subsequently enrolled into Hospice Care here in our home. My mother passed away 2 months later to the date this last Sept 26th.
There are not enough words to tell you what a remarkable woman my mother was. Her unwavering faith in the Lord Jesus Christ was very evident by the words of her testimony. She displayed grace in action in spite of her circumstances; she exemplified patience & long suffering to all of us. She truly was a woman of God & we are who we are because of her example of that unconditional love. We were blessed to have been able to serve her in these later years of her life here on earth. And now, she is literally "absent from the body & present with the Lord!" Her "graduation" has become complete!
I love you Mom! You're missed but I know one day soon I'll/we'll see you again!
Your daughter, Diane (& hubby Dan)
Ken and June Nordstrom
October 13, 2007
To Everette and family, I just read the news today on the Internet and I am so sorry I would have loved to be with you at the funeral. Alpha will be greatly missed by everyone. She has left a lasting impression with us by being a friend who is kind, happy and always wanting to enjoy life. She was a wonderful friend who was willing to help you whenever needed. I will cherish all the memories and conversations I had with Alpha.
May God's Love Comfort you and we pray for all of you during these difficult times, may our prayers help in some way to bring you strength and courage for each day.
We look to the Lord for in Him every question is answered in Him every need is fulfilled may God heal your heart as only He can with the peace of His promise and the comfort of His Love. 1Corinthians 15:58.
May the tender mercy that God has always shown be with you now so you will know that you are not alone
Each day is like a jewel, rare, that comes but once, then goes, and what we do of good or ill Our Savior sees and knows. He promised strength for this day. The next we may not see; Then let us treasure each new day, as precious gems for thee.
Love,
Kris Siemens
October 3, 2007
Ed and Pam,
Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. I have no doubt she was a special lady to all that knew her, what special people you two are God bless the both of you.
Kris and Frank
Amber and Chloe
Ed and Pam Septon
October 2, 2007
Being the youngest sometimes has its’ advantages…
Maybe this is one of the times.
When asked to speak first; I thought…
Hey, I get to be the first to expound on the beauty, supportiveness, acceptance, love and unassuming nature of our mother… without care or concern about being repetitious of anyone else.
Then it dawned on me, no matter how many times you heard about her love and qualities, it would not hold a candle to the reality of how special this woman was.
She was my mother, my children’s grandmother, and my children’s children’s great grandmother.
It appears that after three generations, she finally got the “real” recognition she deserved.
“Great”.
Great Grandmother.
“G.G.”
That’s what they called her.
What a sweet sound.
“G.G.”; (makes you smile….doesn’t it?)
Veronica and Kennedy called her that for years and now in the past couple weeks, whenever we asked “Nick” if he wanted to go see G.G., his answer would be , “Yah”.
Mom (G.G.) loved her family and especially her grandkids and great grandkids.
Each of them had a special bond with her and I’m sure you will hear that from each of them today!
So, I’ll leave that to them.
MY MOTHER … MOM
Through the years, Mom and I have had a running joke between us.
You see; She could remember having Diane as a child, Luther, Anna, and even Michael…, but not me.
She just couldn’t remember me as a baby.
So the joke became “maybe I’m not really yours?”
Maybe Mom, M. O. M. really means “my other mother”.
I’d jokingly ask her; “Have you seen my mom lately?”
I’d buy her special cards which read.
“You’re just like a Mother to me”.
All in loving humor but never for a moment doubting her love for me.
I’m going to miss that MOM!
I ‘m going to miss your smiles,
your warm hugs,
your never ending support,
your soft admonishing,
your ability to look through ALL adversity and see the silver lining,
the cup “half-full” and never “half-empty”.
I’m going to miss your wit and your humor.
I’m going to miss watching you with my children and their children.
But most of all;
I’m going to miss my mom!
Your Son.... Ed
We love you and miss you Mom...Ed and Pam
October 2, 2007
Moms don't come any better!!!!!!!!!!!!
October 2, 2007
Marlys Ann Dorfer
September 29, 2007
Thank you all for allowing "our" family become part of "your" family. There were so many highlights and fun times that will always remain in my memory, but most of all....such a beautiful, stately looking woman that always had a smile for us. God bless all of you at this time.
Marlys and Shania
Kathryn Septon-Johnson
September 28, 2007
Alpha was the best mother-in-law anyone could have--she was mine for 33 years and I loved her dearly! She was a godly woman who loved the Lord and prayed earnestly for her family. We know and rejoice that she is now in Heaven because she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior! The last time I saw her, I hugged and kissed her and said, "If I don't see you again on this earth, I'll see you in Heaven!" She smiled and said, "Yes you will." And I am looking forward to that......!!!
Ralph & Susie Glad
September 28, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. She was an inspiration to all. A beautiful women. We love you, Ralph , Susie, Joe and Brittany.
Debi Richter
September 28, 2007
My dear neighbor, friend, "mom", and maid of honor in my wedding. I am missing you so much, just thinking of you next door, or seeing you outside with your flowers. Our annniversary is coming up, and I will be thinking of our "anniversary dinner" you always made us, the good food, the beautiful table setting, the candles. We will never forget you!!
Nina Grissam
September 28, 2007
To the Septon Family: There are no words that can express enough sympathy for you all at this most difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, love you! Billy and Nina Grissam
Colleen & Bruce Rose
September 28, 2007
Ed & Pam, So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Always cherish the memories you had with her because in time they will put a smile on your face and comfort in your heart. Your in our prayers
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