Marilyn Stave Obituary
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Angela Stave
July 13, 2024
Happy birthday in heaven, dear mother. Your love and presence in my life have made me a stronger and more compassionate person. I am grateful for the time we had together and the memories that bring me comfort and joy every day. I will continue to honor your legacy by living my best life and spreading love and kindness wherever I go. Love you so much and miss you so very much.
Angela Stave
April 9, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will always love you and miss you always.
Missing you so much every single day ma
Angela Stave
October 9, 2022
I miss you everyday Ma . Love you
Angela Stave
October 4, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always Ma.
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Angie
October 4, 2021
I love you Ma
Whit
February 10, 2021
Miss you G, everyday.
Angela Stave
February 3, 2021
Hello Ma . I think about you every single day I know you would be proud of the woman that I have to come today I wish you were here to see your great great grandson Malachi I know you will have spoiled him more than his grandmother just like how you did me lol.
I love you and I know you’re always watching down on me I’ve had a lot of Lowe’s in life I’ve had a lot of success I know you will be proud of successful part , I am very blessed and grateful to have had such a amazing woman raise me now become the woman that I am today.
I love you thank you for always being with me in my spirit
Angela Stave
March 15, 2020
Hi Ma! I think about you every single day I miss you as much as I know you miss me you may not be here with me physically however every single day I feel your spirits around me you are my best friend I am so thankful to have you raise me I know you will be proud of the woman I have become today is because of you I know I had to change my life thank you for your wisdom loving me when I was at my lowest in life and never giving up on me. I really wish you were here to meet your great grandson Malachi lee I know you would have loved him so very much just like the way you loved me unconditionally.
I love you forever my queen
Love Angie
Angela Stave
August 27, 2019
Hey Ma! I know you will be very proud of how successful I am becoming every day I am wanting to do better in life you give me strength every single day Im going to continue to make you very proud of the person I am becoming. I miss you so much forever in my heart. I love you
angela stave
April 4, 2018
I love you ma
Angela Stave
October 13, 2016
Hey mom I just want you to know I've been thinking about you lately we're not just lately but every single day your truly missed I am so grateful to have had your raised me as your child our memories while always be forever and you will always hold a special place in my heart I love you so much and I cannot have had your raised me as your child our memories while always be forever and you will always hold a special place in my heart I love you so much and I cannot wait until the day we can reunite
Angela Stave
April 17, 2016
Hey Ma , I want to to know how much i love you everyday i miss you thankful to have changed my life around as you wanted me to forever grateful to have called and still call you my mom. i miss you so much .
love , Angie Bangie
Angela Stave
October 1, 2015
In loving memory of my mother grandmother Marilyn J Stave
Angela Stave (Granddaughter)
September 30, 2015
I want to take a moment of silence to remember my beautiful grandmother/ Ma. I miss you every single day I now you're watching over me for that I'm truly blessed today marks seven years can't believe it has been that long but your in gods arms watching down on your family and people who you truly loved i wish everyone who didn't meet you had the opportunity to have met you cause you were amazing and still are. I love you so much and miss you so much thank you for even giving up on me when you should have I'm forever grateful for your love your watch down on me. I have to good in life as that's what you wanted from
Me. Thank you for the great memories and unconditional love you are truly messed. Love you always and forever 07/13/42- 9/30/08
Angela Stave
September 6, 2015
Hello Ma , I can't stop thinking about you everyday I miss you and love you so much. I want to let you know I appreciate all you done for me even at times when I failed you you never gave up on me love you a lot and wish everyday you were still here with our family. We love and miss you
Aja Stewart
July 13, 2015
Happy Birthday Grandma !!! You're 73 Today We Love And Miss You Down Here
Aja Stewart
July 6, 2015
Your G-Day coming up imma celebrate for you I hope you enjoy it up in the sky I think about you all time I love and miss you beautiful
Whitney Rogers
June 20, 2015
Love you G. I think of you everyday. <3
March 27, 2015
It's been about 7 years since you been gone and i miss you soo much i eish you aont have to go soo early i want you to come back i love you grandma R.I.P
Whitney Rogers
January 23, 2015
Miss you G. Love always.
Whitney Rogers
July 29, 2014
I still miss you, as the days and years pass. I still miss you, as the pain of grief softens. I still miss you, as new memories are made. I still miss you, as I smile & laugh. I still miss you, today & everyday. I still miss you.
Justin Jeffrey
November 27, 2013
You look just like your granddaughter Angela!
Whitney Rogers
July 13, 2013
Happy Birthday Gram, you'd be 71 today. I miss you always. I'm thinking of you & I love you.
aja stewart
February 5, 2013
i love and miss you grandma
December 13, 2012
Love and Miss You Sis!!
Whitney Rogers
December 12, 2012
Just thinking of you G. I love you. I sure do miss you.
Whitney Rogers
February 14, 2012
Thinking of you and missing you Gram. Wish your were here, I love you.
Faye Miller
November 18, 2011
Thinking of you. Wish you here celebrating the holidays with family. But I know you'll be having your own party with mom and dath and the others. Love you sis. Faye
Whitney Rogers
November 16, 2011
Thinking of you always Gram. I love you.
Faye Miller
October 3, 2011
Miss you sis.
Angela Stave
September 30, 2011
In memory of my grandmother/mother i miss you so much, I do not like to see when this day comes around and date 07-13-1942 until 09-30-2008 mom i miss you so much and i love you no words cant explain how important you are 2 me, today and forever you will always be a huge part of my life i appreciate all you have done for me and the charrism you have giving me to become a STRONG woman!! ILY N IMY Rest in peace!!
Faye Miller
March 29, 2011
Miss you sis. Give my love to all our family.
angela stave
March 28, 2011
Hey ma, i miss you alot and i wish you were still alive.
angela stave
September 30, 2010
Hey ma, i really miss you alot and love you remembering you and god bless you mama.
Whitney Rogers
September 14, 2010
Thinking of you! I miss you! I love you!
Whitney Rogers
September 4, 2010
Miss you G, I love you!
Karen McClintick
July 17, 2010
Happy belated Birthday! I know you celebrated it in heaven with all of our loved ones who are there with you. Give my dad my love as you both have the same birthday and I know you are together with all my loved ones in heaven! Love and miss you!
Faye Miller
July 16, 2010
Happy Birthday. May you celebrate with our loved ones that you have joined. Love and miss you.
Whitney Rogers
July 13, 2010
Hey Gram, I just wanted to say Happy Birthday. Wish you were here to celebrate it with us...I miss you more everyday. I love you.
Karen McClintick
May 8, 2010
I miss you every day! You will always be in my heart. Love you.
Barb DeLage
May 8, 2010
Love and Miss You
Faye Miller
May 7, 2010
Dear Sis. Think of you often. Miss you.
Whitney Rogers
May 4, 2010
I love you Gram, your always on my mind & in my heart.
robin stave
October 14, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Barb DeLage
October 5, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
October 4, 2009
i will alway's miss you mom you will be missed alot i wish you where here everyday knowen your not suffering is wat makes us happy and you would be proud im doing better and tryin 2 stay out of trouble i made it 2 the a honor roll this school year at north love ya and miss ya angie
Your Dog Gus
October 3, 2009
October 3, 2009
Sis,You are deeply missed daily.There are days I think of calling you to give you the latest gossip or to see if you found any treasures in your travels.I know you are painfree now and resting in peace and hopefully still finding treasures.Love and Miss you lots.
Love Bobbie
Faye Miller
October 2, 2009
Dear Sis, It's hard to believe that it's already been a year. I miss and think of you often and I'm thankful that you are no longer enduring such pain. Life seems so unfair to take the ones we love the most. You will always remain in the heart and soul of your family and friends. Love and miss you. Faye
Karen McClintick
October 1, 2009
It has been a year now and I still miss you. I still want to call you and tell you the latest news, or just to say hi and that I love you. I thank God that he has taken you to a greater place where there is no pain. Love Karen
Lois DeLage Losse
October 1, 2009
I can't believe its been a year. You are greatly missed here on earth. I know you have had no pain in the last year so it makes it a little easier for me, that you aren't here with us no long.
Love And Miss You Very Much, Love Your Baby Sister, Lois
September 30, 2009
I didn't have the priviledge of knowing Marilyn but it seems like I did because I know her granddaughter Angela. She is a very sweet loving young woman. She is very proud to have been her grandaughter. Marilyn taught her well. She is missed by many!
jeanine martinez
Lois DeLage Losse
July 15, 2009
Happy Belated Birthday Sis
Love and Miss Forever.
Love Always Your Sister Lois
Faye Miller
July 14, 2009
Dear Sis,
Happy belated birthday. Your always in my thoughts and prayers. Love and miss you.
Whitney Rogers
July 13, 2009
happy birthday gram, wish you were here...
whitney rogers
March 23, 2009
i miss & love you gram...
Faye Miller
March 16, 2009
Dear Sis, Think of you often. I'm blessed you are no longer in pain and have found peace. Your loved and missed by many. Love you. Faye
Barbara DeLage
March 14, 2009
Dear Sister,
I think about you all the time ,I will always miss you.Although your work on earth is done your life in heaven has begun.Your struggles here were hard and long,Your finally Home.
Life wasn't easy by choice or fate.A fight to the finish,Always strong.Rest in Peace Sis You're finally Home.
Miss and Love You
Your Sis
Bobbie
Suzanne Coffman
November 18, 2008
Dear Angie - I'm so sorry that it has taken me so long to write, but my computer had crashed and I had to get a new one. I'm so very sorry about Marilyn's death. She loved and cared for you so very, very much. I feel so very blessed to have had her in my life. She was the strongest woman that I have ever known. It's comforting to know that she is no longer suffering from that horrid disease and that we will all meet again someday. There is no doubt in my mind that she is watching over you! My love and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Suzy Coffman
MAJOR BAILEY
November 7, 2008
I send my deepest condolences to family, And i know that words cannot express what the heart feels,But i know she would want you to be strong and happy through out your lives, RIP MA!
Faye Miller
November 5, 2008
Dear Sis,
My heart still aches for you. Miss and Love you lots. God blessed you with peace and the joy and laughter you brought to many family and friends.
THIS IS 4 U MA THANKS FOR THE SKOOL PICTURES THEY TURNED OUT BEAUTIFUL
angela stave
November 4, 2008
DAM ITS SO HARD TO STILL BELEAVE THAT U ARE GONE MA BUT I THANK U FOR ALL THAT U DID FOR ME WHEN U WHERE HER WITH ME AND I TOLD U I WAS GOING TO DO GOOD IN LIFE AND I KNO THAT U ARE VERY PROUD OF WHAT IM BECOMING ILL ALWAYZ MISS AND LOVE U U WHERE MY EVERYTING FROM MY BEST FRIEND TO MY SISTER MOTHER COUSIN DAM ILL MISS THE HELL OUTA OF YA LOVE U 2 MUCH U NO I DO LOVE ALWAYZ YO LIL BACKBONE ANGIE
jessie saavedra
November 2, 2008
Family, I am so sorry for your loss, i know ma was so full of humor and I was fortunate to have known her. all my best to the family
john stoa
November 2, 2008
Family, I am so sorry for your loss, i know ma was so full of humor and I was fortunate to have known her. all my best to the family
twins
Whitney Rogers
October 27, 2008
I miss you more then anyone will ever know Gram...& to anyone who doesn't know, I'm her twin...I love you G!
Lois DeLage Losse
October 18, 2008
I will miss you. Bobbie and I will keep the trashing going we will think of you every time we go to the Sally.
Love Always, Your sister Lois
brandyn stave
October 17, 2008
God looked around his garden and found an empty place. He then looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face.
He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful - He always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering, he knew you were in pain. He knew that you would never get well on earth again.
Kristine Barfknecht (Pikala)
October 17, 2008
Samara, I'm sorry to hear about your Mom. I remember when we would get off work at the cab company and go to me & Ma's for breakfast! I hope your doing good!
Holly Brill
October 16, 2008
Dear Ma and to her family,
I just found out today of your passing, Im sadden by the fact that you left but happy your no longer in pain. You were always the rock of the family, Im going to be happy that I at least found you an got to talk to you before you left us! Thank you for all that you did for me when I lived there, you have always made me feel like one of your kids... I love you an know that you have raised some really wonderfull children an grandchildren you have left behind a wonderfull legacy!
Faye Miller
October 16, 2008
Dear Sis. I know we had our differences and didn't always talk, but I always loved you and you will be missed by your family and your many friends. Rest in peace and enjoy the wings. Love your "nagging" sister Faye.
robin stave/mohsen
October 16, 2008
hey ma. this is ur daughter robin.
i'd like 2 say thank you for doing a wonderful job on rasing my daughter angela and being their for me and the boy's brandyn and michael times where hard but i knew u would be their not only as a mother but my best friend.with love always from the mohsen family rest in peace
Rose Marie Assad
October 15, 2008
Dear Angela,
Mahin was right! Grandmother was very important to you and she loved you very much. Before she died, it was of great concern to her about who would watch over you and help guide you through the challenges of both being in high school and being a teenager. I know you will remember her love and fondness.
Michelle (Shelly) Kotasek (Hallum)
October 15, 2008
Dear Robin & family:
My condolences go out to you & yours for the loss of your mother. I can only imagine your emptyness without her.
October 15, 2008
Dear Angela,
I'm sorry for your loss. I know how much your grandmother meant to you. You are in my thoughts. Take care,Mahin Myrum
angela stave
October 15, 2008
hey mom i will alway's miss u alot u where a great person that i ever hade in my life, i promessed ill do good 4 u and me and i'am im passing school with all good grades a's and b's and i no how proud u are of me u are know in heave no more pain ill alway'z love and miss u today and 4 ever r.i.p 07/13/42-9/30/08
tell all the family i love and miss them
ALISHA JONES
October 15, 2008
GRANDMA MARILYN, I WILL DEFINITLY MISS YOU. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU IN HEART AND SOUL. "YOU WERE ALWAYS MY WHITE GRANDMA WHO LIVES OVER NORTH IN DA HOOD" (LOL). I WAS CRUSHED WHEN POOPSIE AND ANT CALLED TO TELL ME.. I COULDNT BELIEVE IT. I HAD JUST TALKED WITH YA A FEW WEEKS PRIOR TO GOD CALLING YOU HOME. REMEMBER I ALWAYS WANTED ONLY YOUR VERY OWN PASTA SALAD, FROM MY WHITE GRANDMA I USE TO TELL EVERYBODY IT'S DA BOMB BABY...(LOL). I WILL TRULY TRULY MISS U GRANDMA AND I LOVE MY WHITE GRANDMA ALWAYS (DANG NO MORE PASTA SALAD)...LOVE YOU ALISHA
HANNAH PONDER
October 15, 2008
HEY GRANDMA. ITS GOING TO BE REALLY DIFFERENT WITH YOU GONE. I REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES, AND THE BAD TIMES. YOU WAS SUCH A GOOD PERSON, AND WE ALL THANK YOU FOR THAT. YOU MIGHT BE GONE AND NO LONGER IN NONE OF OUR ARMS ACCEPT FOR GOD ARM'S. HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST. AND HE DID IT RIGHT. YOU ARE FINALLY PAIN FREE AND IN A BETTER PLACE. CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU AGAIN. LOVE YOU!! LOVE LINDA, MARCUS, AND HANNAH.
Dennis Winge
October 15, 2008
Marilyn, you will be sadly missed by me and all others who knew you. Your laughter and smart remarks will be inbedded in my heart forever. Ill miss your jokes,you were the best grandma my son Alex would ever know. Bless your heart,Bless your soul,May God be with you.
Karen McClintick
October 14, 2008
"Ma" I miss you so much. You were the sunshine in my life! I know you are still with me in spirit! I loved you dearly and will always cherish our times together. I know you have your wings now. You are soaring high above and watching over all of us. I will always be there for your family, I love them all very much. Love always!
FARRAH DELAGE
October 14, 2008
I LOVED HER VERY MUCH. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HER IN MY HEART. MISS YOU AUNTIE!
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