Garlyce A. Keyes

Those years at St. Pat's in Rolla, MO. really shaped our future years, more than we will ever know or recognize.

I was a friend of Garlyce during grade school in Rolla, MO., at St. Patrick Catholic elementary school. I knew her well, and I knew that her family struggled to keep both food on the table and shelter for her large family. Garlyce was a dear friend, and I miss that we never got a second chance to re-connect and share memories. There are very, very few of us left from our class at St. Pat's...maybe 4 or 5 - including myself, Eddie Steinmetz and Bonnie Brenneisen. The rest have 'walked on." I will always keep memories of Garlyce in my heart. If there is, indeed, a place called 'heaven,' then surely Garlyce is there.

I knew Garlyce when I was attending St. Patrick Elementary School in Rolla, MO. We were in the same grade. Unfortunately, I left after completion of grade 7, and did not "graduate" with Garlyce and the rest of my class. I was unhappy that my parents decided to move to Dayton, Ohio. I lost contact with Garlyce until last year. I was trying to contact as many of my former grade school classmates before they and I "passed on." I remember Garlyce Black as a rather tall young girl, skinny, and shy. I knew that she came from a large family, and that the family faced many hardships. Garlyce admitted as much in the few communications we had before she died. I had hoped to communicate much more with her and gather her impressions of those long lost days. Unfortunately, this did not happen. I shall always regret not getting in touch with her before last year. Garlyce, along with Renai Sidie (another classmate and friend) have gone before me. If there is, indeed, a 'thing' called the afterlife, then perhaps we shall all meet again. My sincere condolences to the family of Garlyce Black Keyes. She was a wonderful person, who stayed true to her personal beliefs.

Mom and Dad's 50th wedding anniversary video. They celebrated this past September, 2014.

https://animoto.com/play/rmab60OL6zBijtlkwEo8fw?autostart=1

We pray happy memories of Garlyce can somehow carry you through this sorrowful time. You have our deepest sympathy.

Garlyce, and her brother Bill were my classmates at St. Patrick's Catholic School in Rolla, Missouri from Kindergarten through 8th grade (1948-1956...graduating together)and Rolla High School (1957-1969...again graduating together.)

Garlyce was a lovely, caring, giving person. We last were together, in Rolla Saturday 05 June 2010 during our 50th High School Class Reunion...we reminisced 'old times' with Garlyce and another of our classmates from St. Pat's and Rolla High School--Bonnie (Brenneisen) Turner. We were so looking forward to seeing Garlyce this year in Rolla for our 55th High School Reunion. Garlyce shall sorely be missed by all of us who treasured her friendship throughout the years.

May God rest Garlyce's soul and comfort her beautiful family...with love, Ed (and wife Martha) Steinmetz -- Lake Charles, Louisiana

My heart aches for you my sweet, dear friend, Sharon. I know your precious mom, whom you have inherited so many wonderful parts of her character, is resting at peace. She has fought hard and given you all the best that she had. I know you know my heart has so many holes from losing so many that were so close to me. You will never forget her, but that is the most beautiful gift we are given.. Our memories...

You all will be in my heart and prayers daily and I know you know that my sweet Mom greeted her with her big Southern arms and welcomed her to the most wonderful place we will all ever go.

I love you like a sister and wish so badly I wasn't stuck in Texas.

Turn your heart to God and he will hold your hand and carry you until you are strong enough.

I love you!
Donna

Garlyce - You are an amazing woman and wonderful friend. We will miss you dearly. Gene and Pat Bitterberg

So very sorry for your loss. Such a warm and loving person. So glad to have made her acquaintance in recent years at the Waukesha office.

With deepest sympathy for your loss l pray that God gives you all strength, comfort, peace, and the sweetest memories of your mother. You are of her so she will always reside in you. May she rest in peace and heavenly care.

My husband, Joe and I are sadden for your loss.

Garlyce and I met in Rolla, Mo and when I moved to Milwaukee to be with a sister and her family, Garlyce followed. (We were around 18 years old) I have wonderful memories of our times together as single girls. She was a wonderful friend and room mate. I actually have a picture of a mini reunion with another room mate Kay at your home when our children were very young. Those are great memories.

Sharon and Walter may God wrap you in his arms during this difficult time. Love always Polly and Dave.