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Elizabeth Hershman Obituary

Stockton, CA

March 31, 1929 - July 13, 2006

Betty was born on March 31, 1929 in Sanborn, Iowa and with her family by her side went to heaven peacefully on Thursday, July 13, 2006. She was a longtime resident of Concord and moved to Stockton / Lodi four years ago. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Betty was preceded in death by her first husband of 40 years, Bill Hershman; second husband of 10 years, Roy Casler; son, Robert Hershman and granddaughter, Dawn Wood. Betty is survived by her two daughters, Pam Wood of Stockton and Cheryl Skinner (Paul) of Martinez; grandchildren, Shawna Wood, Krystal Eason, Josh Skinner and Jeff Skinner; great-grandchildren, David and Baby Eason, Hayden, Lily and Molly Skinner. She is also survived by 1 sister, Mae; 3 brothers, Harry, Charles and Jim and several nieces and nephews.

Betty's family wishes to extend a special Thank You to George Barr for sharing Mom's faith and love of Jesus. George, during Mom's last difficult months you were able to put a smile on her face when no one else could. Thank you to San Joaquin County Hospice, you truly do God's work!

Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, July 19, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Oakmont Memorial Park, Lafayette. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in Betty's memory to Hospice of San Joaquin, 3888 Pacific Ave., Stockton, CA 95204.

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Published by The Record on Jul. 16, 2006.

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Cheryl Skinner

July 13, 2020

Mom,

It has been 14 years since you went to your heavenly home. I think of you often and still miss being able to see you and talk with you. Last year was a hard year for us so I did not get to post my normal message, but you were in my thoughts.

The past several months we have all been dealing with a Pandemic due to the COVID-19 virus. Schools, restaurants, churches and most businesses have been closed and we have had shortages of many different supplies. We had over a month where we were not even supposed to leave our houses except to go out for needed supplies or medical reasons. The restrictions were beginning to be lifted but it now looks like things will be shut down again. It has been a challenging time but thankfully we are all still okay and we pray that this will all be behind us soon.

Josh and Susan are happy and still love living in Tennessee. (Although we get nervous for them during tornado season!) It is still hard to have them so far away, but we did get to go visit them last year and we have plans to go visit them again in December. It was nice to see where they live and be able to spend some time with them. Josh still is in a lot of pain and issues with his shoulder and back from his time in Law Enforcement, but he seems to be dealing with it and trying to find solutions to help with the pain. Susans had a hard several months with sinus infections, but she had surgery last month so hopefully she will be better soon. She has really been a great addition to our family and a wonderful spouse for Josh.

Jeff and his family seem to be doing well and are enjoying their little farm in Vacaville. I am glad that Jeff finally has a place that he seems to love, with animals & gardens galore. He has always loved having his own space and being able to play in the dirt so hopefully he will be able to stay there and be happy for many years to come. Sadly, his CMT is progressing, and I feel so bad that he must deal with such a painful illness. He has worked hard all his adult life and I pray that the disease progression will slow down so he can continue to enjoy his dream home.

The Grandkids are still growing up way too quickly. Kristilyn just turned 27 and has turned into a beautiful young woman. She makes us and her mom & dad very proud. Hayden turned 21 in January and is still in the National Guard. He has been attending college and working hard. He is such a joy to be around. He reminds us a lot of his dad when he was young. Lily is 19 and graduated from high school last year. She is taking classes online and working when she can. She has a tender heart and a beautiful smile. Molly is 15 and going to be a sophomore this coming school year. She has a wonderful sense of humor and is a lot of fun to be around. And finally, Keely just turned 7 and will be starting second grade this year. She is a cute bundle of energy and loves helping her dad with all their farm animals. Another 2 years have gone by and the grandkids have grown by leaps & bounds!

Paul and I had some challenges these past two years, but we survived them and came out stronger as a couple. Paul is still, and always will be, the love of my life and we will be celebrating our 46th anniversary in November! I am not sure where all the years went, but I am so happy that Paul & I have be able to spend those years together! One of our challenges this past year was a decision to sell the Burney house (one of the hardest decisions that we had to make in a long time!) We both loved living up there but decided that we could not keep up with both houses. As hard as it was, moving to the Redding house, and closer to better medical, was our Adult decision. Thankfully, we were able to find a place to leave the RV in Burney, so we still have a place to stay when we want to go up for a visit.

A positive thing happened recently. We were able to sell the house in Stockton and Pam moved into the house across the street from us in Redding. We are so thankful that she is out of Stockton! We live in a beautiful 55+ community and it is so nice knowing that Pam is close to us so we can look out after each other. She is getting settled in and she really seems to enjoy the peace & quiet of the neighborhood and all the beautiful walking paths. It is so nice to be able to go out to restaurants to go shopping together & just be able to sit down and visit each other again. Pam and I went to lunch today at Marie Calendars to celebrate you, and of course we had some lemon meringue pie for you. You are always in my heart Mom!

Please give hugs to Dad, Bobby and Dawn!
I love you and miss Mom!

Cheryl Skinner

July 13, 2018

Mom,

Its been 12 years since you passed from this life. I still miss being able to see you and talk with you. So many things have taken place over the past year and I wish that I could have had my Mom to run things by, and yes, cry on your shoulder a little bit. Even though I miss you horribly, Im very thankful that Lewy Bodies Dementia no longer controls your life and that youre now enjoying your heavenly home.

Josh and Susan love Tennessee and theyre still happy that they relocated there. Its difficult to have them so far away but Im very glad that theyre happy. Jeff bought a small farm in Vacaville and moved his family there last month. This looks like the type of place that Jeffs always wanted with a lot of land and room to breathe. I pray that things settle down for him and that hes happy there. The Grandkids are growing up way too quickly. Kristilyn just turned 25, Hayden is 19 and in the National Guard, Lily is 17 and going to be a Senior, Molly is 13 and going into 8th grade and last, but not least, Keely just turned 5 and will be starting Kindergarten this year. Im not sure where the time has gone.

Paul and I are doing good. Pauls finally enjoying retirement! Its so nice to have him around and no longer stressed out because of work. Hes really enjoying his garden and fishing this year and its great to see him smile again. We still hope to start doing some traveling, hopefully this will be a healthy year, so we can get out there and explore.

Pams doing okay. Shes finally decided to retire in December! After she retires shes plans to relocate, hopefully shell end up living closer to us, so we can spend more time together and look out for each other.

Please give hugs to Dad, Bobby and Dawn! I love you and miss Mom!
Cher

Cheryl Skinner

July 13, 2017

Mom,
Its been 11 years since you left for your heavenly home. Youre in my thoughts often and loved very much. I wish that I had taken more time while you were here to tell you how much I loved and respected you.
The boys have grown into wonderful men. Josh and Susan just bought a new home and moved to Tennessee. Although Im very happy for them that they could follow their dreams, its been very hard to see my oldest son move so far away. Jeff is still struggling with his CMT but Im so proud of him, hes a wonderful dad and works so hard to make sure that his family is taken care of. Paul and I are so proud of both boys and the men that theyve become. The Grandkids are quickly growing up. Kristilyn just turned 24, Hayden is 18 and just graduated from high school, Lily is 16 and going to be a Junior, Molly is 12 and going into 7th grade and last, but not least, Keely just turned 4.
Paul and I are doing good. Paul finally retired for good (I hope!). Hopefully well get to start doing some traveling and enjoying our time together after so many years of his working so hard.
Pams doing okay. Im concerned that shes still working and dealing with a lot of stress. Im hoping that she decides to retire in November so she can finally have some time to just relax and enjoy life without the daily stress of work.
I pray that youre with Dad, Bobby and Dawn and still celebrating your heavenly reunion.
I love you and miss Mom!
Cher

Cheryl Skinner

July 13, 2016

Dear Mom,

It's been ten years since you went to heaven and you're still dearly missed and thought about often. I find as I get older that I still don't have the answers to so many of life's questions. (Guess that I always thought that as we entered our Golden years that we magically became wiser, obviously I was wrong). It's so hard to understand why bad things happen in life, why people are cursed with dementia, cancer and other horrible diseases and why those we love are taken away from us way to soon. I am so thankful that you're no longer tortured with Lewy Bodies and that Dad's no longer in the unbearable pain from his cancer but I still wonder why you had those crosses to bear on top of losing Bobby and Dawn. I know that we're not supposed to question God and His will, but it's just so sad that you and Dad didn't have more time together here on earth and that you weren't able to retire and just enjoy life for a while. I pray that you and Dad are together in heaven and finally getting that stress-free, relaxing time together.

I'm sure that you're looking down from heaven and watching out for all of us and you know that we're all doing fine. We each have some challenges from time to time but God has been good to us. Josh will be 40 in August and Jeff will be 39 in October. It's hard to believe that so many years have passed. I REALLY miss the old days and spending the holidays and special times together as one big family!!! Things really haven't been the same since you've been gone. I miss you Mom!

Thank you for being a wonderful Mom! I love you!
Cher

Cheryl Skinner

July 13, 2015

July 13, 2015

Dear Mom,

Today is the ninth anniversary of your going to Heaven. We all think of you often and miss you greatly. I pray that you're no longer afraid, that you have your memory back and that you are enjoying heaven with Dad, Bobby & Dawn!

Paul & I often talk about how much you, dad, Bobbie & G.D would hate seeing what's going on in America right now. Our Country is changing so rapidly, it's definitely not the wonderful, free Country that we grew up in. I fear for our boys and grandkids and what lies ahead for our Country. Don't get me wrong, I still love America but I mourn for all the lost freedoms that our forefathers gave their lives fighting for. Our Country that was built on God & Freedom is quickly turning its back on both. I pray that our elections next year will help turn things back around, but I fear that we've may have gone so far away from the values that this Country was built on, that we may never find our way back. We still could us some heavenly help if you have any connections there!!!!

Other than our worries about the direction of the Country, Paul, Boz & I are doing well. Paul went back to work this past February. He's now working full-time for PG&E as a Corporate Investigator & Physical Security Specialist. He seems to enjoy the challenge of his new job and he seems happier now that he's not worrying about the cost of medical insurance and the drastic rise in the cost of living since he retired. I pray that he doesn't over-do things and that once he reaches Medicare age he'll keep his promise and retire for good. With Paul being gone for work so much I'm even more thankful for Boz. He alerts me to things that I don't hear, he's wonderful company and he's very protective. This has been a bad Meniere's year for me with a lot of sick days. I try to remind myself that the many bad Meniere's days just makes the good non-Meniere's days all the much nicer.

Josh is doing okay. He's still working as a counselor and he finally was able to get the hours that he needed to complete his certification. We're so proud of Josh for sticking with this, it's taken a lot of time and money to get this far in his new career. He's now waiting to take his state certification test and then he'll be able to branch out. As a Mom, I'm so thankful that Josh is no longer in police work. It's such a dangerous and thankless job these days. I'm glad that he's in a position to help those that are still serving in law enforcement, those are our real hero's. Josh & Susan will be celebrating their 8th anniversary tomorrow. I'm so thankful that Josh has his girls, they've added so much joy to his life.

Jeff graduated with his Bachelor's Degree this past year. Hurray! We're proud of Jeff! It took a lot to go back to school and earn his degree while working full-time and taking care of his family of six! Jeff's CMT is still progressing. I know he's in pain a lot of the time but he still gets up, goes to work and keeps up with the four kids and their schedules when he's not at work. Jeff & Sarah both work hard to make sure that the kids experience a lot of different things, they're really good parents. I'm so thankful that Jeff has his wonderful family.

Your Great Grandchildren are really growing up! Kristilyn just turned 23. She's still going to school, working, and living at home with Josh & Susan. Rumor has it that she's dating a really nice guywonder what the next year will bring?! Hayden just got his first car, and is working on getting his driver's license. (Now there's a scary thought. ;)). He's at Camp Pendleton in San Diego for two weeks again this year, this time taking a medical training course. He's a remarkable young man. Lily will begin high school next year. She's grown into an independent, beautiful young woman with a great personality. We can't wait to see what she decides to do with her life after high school. I'm sure it will be something great. Molly will be in fifth grade next year. She has a funny sense of humor and a tender heart. She said the other day that she wants to go into medical research so she can find a cure for CMT for her dad. I hope that she's able to follow that dream! Keely turned two in May and she went from crawling to running. She's full of energy and a real cutie. She not only has her Daddy wrapped around her little finger, but the whole family seems to be at her beck & call. She definitely has brought a lot of smiles to the family.

Last, but surly not least, Pam seems to be doing okay. She's still working at Humphreys College and looking forward to the time when she can retire. I'm hoping that once she retires we'll be able to live closer together so we can see each other more often! I really want her to move out of the Stockton area!!! Shawna and Pam went to Disney World in Florida and spent several days, it sounds like they had a great time. I'm so thankful that Shawna has been coming home every year and spending some time with Pam. Hopefully Krystal and her family will be back in the States next year so Pam can spend some more time with Krystal and her kids. I know that she really misses not being able to have her grandkids close by. I know that you worried about Pam being alone but she seems to be doing fine. As long as Paul and I are able, we'll be here for her if she ever needs anything.

Well, as you can see, a lot has happened this past year. We still miss you and Dad and wish that you were physically here to celebrate the good times with us and be here to help guide us through the rough times. I know that you watch over us in Spirit, but it sure would be wonderful to give you a hug!

I love you Mom!!
Cher

Cheryl Skinner

July 14, 2014

07/13/14

Mom,

Today is the eighth anniversary of your passing and I wanted to just stop for a moment to “chat”. You're thought of often and still missed greatly. Pam & Sue are here this weekend and we had a piece of lemon pie in your honor. We know how much you enjoyed your lemon pie! Pam just came back from visiting with Shawna in Malaysia and they met Krystal and her family in Thailand for a week. It sounds like the girls are doing well and Pam has become quite the world traveler. I'm so proud of her, she stepped out of her comfort zone and traveled to Malaysia by herself! (Almost a 30 hour trip). I'm sure that you & Dad would be really proud of her too.

Paul, Boz & I are all doing well. Paul & I will be celebrating our 40th anniversary in November, and we're planning to take a 15 day cruise to Hawaii to celebrate. We're still living in Burney, are very happy and still very much in love. Boz is doing great. He alerts me to sounds around me, is very protective of me when Paul's not home and is such a lovable bundle of fur. He's also brought us so much joy & laughter the last 19 months. He truly is a remarkable gift. We purchased an RV this year so we can travel and take Boz with us in comfort. We're looking forward to summer being over and school starting again so we can hit the road and explore.

Josh graduated from the Graduate Program at JFK with his degree in counseling earlier this year and he's now working as a counselor for law enforcement officers. Paul & I both know that he's going to do a great job, he's a remarkable young man. We're very proud of him. Josh & Susan will be celebrating their 7th anniversary tomorrow. We're very thankful that he has Susan & Kristilyn in his life and we so very thankful for Josh.

Jeff is only 3 classes away from earning his Bachelor's Degree. He's been working full-time; raising a family and taking classes to complete his degree the past 3 years. He should be able to finish his classes by the end of the year. We're so proud of him, we know how hard it is to get your degree once you have a family. Jeff's CMT is progressively getting worse. It hard to watch him walk and see him limping and the pain in his eyes. In spite of the CMT, Jeff's a great dad and Sarah is a great mom. We're so thankful for Jeff & his family.

Your Great Grandchildren are still growing up way too quickly!!! Kristilyn just turned 22. She's still attending DVC, working and training for a marathon run. She's doing really well. Hayden just completed his freshmen year in high school and is currently attending a 2 week training session with the Sea Cadets at Camp Pendleton in San Diego. What a remarkable young man he's becoming. Lily just completed her 2nd year in middle school and has really blossomed into a beautiful young lady. She's now doing really well in school and she's such a joy to be around. Molly is now 9 and still a spitfire, full of energy and a lot of fun to be around. She's growing up quickly and will be in middle school before we know it. And last, but surely not least, our newest Grandchild, Keely. She turned one in May and what a cutie. Her smile can light up a room…and her frown can clear one. She's a beautiful additions to their family. (And she still has her daddy wrapped around her little finger).

Well, once again it's time to close. I think of you and Dad often and still miss you both very much!
Cher

Cheryl Skinner

July 15, 2013

Mom,

After seven years I still think of you often and miss you tremendously! I know that you're in a better place but I still miss my Mom! As I think of all of the changes that have happened since you left this world, I'm sure that you and Dad would be very upset with the way America is changing. We're losing so many of our freedoms and in so many places we can't even mention God and/or Christianity. Christmas trees are becoming “Holiday Trees” and “Merry Christmas” has been replaced with “Happy Holidays”. There are more people “taking” from the government than there are “giving” to it. Without some drastic changes, the Country that I grew up loving and believing in will cease to exist. I fear for our Grandchildren and the world that they're growing up in. If you could send some “heavenly help” this way, we really could use it!!!

Paul and I are doing well. We're still living in Burney and we still love the beauty around us. In January, after being on a waiting list for 2 years, I received a hearing dog from Canine Companions for Independence. Boz is a Golden Retriever/Lab mix, he's almost 3 years old and he's 72 pounds unconditional love. He alerts me to the sounds around me and helps me feel safe when Paul's away. He is such a wonderful gift!

Josh is still in school; he'll graduate and begin his counseling career in the spring. I'm sure he'll be a wonderful counselor; he has so much to give. Josh and Susan are celebrating their 6th anniversary today. They're happy and doing well. We're thankful that Josh has Susan and Kristilyn in his life.

Jeff's family is growing and doing well. You have a new Great Granddaughter! Keely was born on May 17th and is doing well. She's a very good baby and she's so cute. I'm concerned about Jeff; he looks really tired and he has so much responsibility on his shoulders. He works hard and I know that he doesn't feel that great. I know that we all went through tough times when our families were young; I just pray that Jeff's able to balance the stresses; remain healthy; and enjoy his time with his family.

Your Great Grandchildren are growing up way to quickly! Kristilyn just turned 21. She's going to DVC and doing well. Hayden will start high school in August; I can't believe it! He's a wonderful young man and such a joy to be around. Lily did really well in her first year of junior high, we're so proud of her. She's turning into such a nice young lady. Molly is now 8 and a real spit fire; she's so full of energy and a lot of fun to be around. Keely, will be 2 months on the 17th; she's such a love and she has her daddy wrapped around her little finger already.

Well, it's time to close. Please know that you and Dad are both in my thoughts and you're both missed so much!

Love you,
Cher

Cheryl Skinner

July 13, 2012

Mom,

It's hard to believe that it's been six years since you left us for your heavenly home. I think of you often and miss you so much. I'm sure that you have your memory back and you're enjoying spending time with Dad, Bobby, Dawn and so many other family members and friends that are there with you.

Paul & I are still living in Burney and still enjoying the beauty that surrounds us. We talk about how great it would have been if You & Dad and Bobbie & GD would have lived long enough to be able to come up here and spend time with us.

Josh was retired from MPD last May and he's now enrolled in a Master's program working toward his degree in Counseling. He has a job offer when he graduates so I think he's going to be okay. In spite of living with almost constant shoulder pain, he seems to be happy and looking forward to the future. He & Susan are on vacation celebrating their 5th anniversary. I'm glad that Susan & Kristilyn came into his life; it's really great to see him happy again.

Jeff and his family are doing well. They have crazy schedules, trying to keep up with the kids and all of their activities but they seem to manage everything. Jeff recently got a promotion at work so he won't have to be out in the field as much. That's really a good thing, especially on the days that he's having problems with the CMT. Sarah's doing well. She looks great and she seems to be really happy. It's really nice to have our old Sarah back!

Your Great Grandchildren are all growing up and doing well. Kristilyn just turned 20 and she's a beautiful young lady. She's going to college and working so she's a very busy girl. Hayden is now a teenager! It's hard to believe! He's a great guy with a wonderful sense of humor. I pray that he stays on the right tract and continues to be such an outstanding young man. Lily is now 11 and she'll be starting junior high next year. She's still on the swim team and she's doing really well. She's turned into a sweet young girl and she's a joy to be around. I wish that you could be here to spend some time with her. I know that you both would have enjoyed that. Molly has grown up so much this year. She's now 7 (going on 16). She's still full of energy and definitely has a quick wit. She's a lot of fun to be around.
Please give Dad, Bobby & Dawn yet another hug from me!

I miss you & love Mom!
Cher

Cheryl Skinner

July 13, 2011

Mom,

Today marks five years since you went to Heaven. I really miss you and wish that I could see you and talk with you. You never really realize how important it is to spend time with your parents until they’re gone. There’s so many things that we could have/should have talked about but somehow, “daily life” just seemed to get in the way. I know that you had a lot of wise things to say and living experience to share. I’m sorry that I didn’t find the time to listen more.

Paul & I are still living in Burney and enjoying the beautiful countryside’s that surround us. I so wish that you and Dad had been able to move up here when you wanted to. I know that you both would have enjoyed the relaxed lifestyle and the quick access to Hat Creek and Burney Falls.

The boys are both still living in Martinez with their families. Josh’s shoulder wasn’t able to be fully repaired so after several surgeries the city retired him in May. I know that he’ll miss law enforcement but I pray that he’ll now find a career that he can love without the danger. Josh and Susan will be celebrating their 4th anniversary tomorrow. Jeff’s doing pretty good. I have no idea how he “juggles” so many responsibilities with family, work & school while dealing with his illness but he seems to do it. Jeff & Sarah just celebrated their 13th anniversary in May. Please watch over my “boys” and their families!

Our Grandchildren, your Great Grandchildren, are quickly growing up. Kristilyn just turned 19. She’s working full-time and seems to really enjoy her job. Hayden’s 12 and just finished his first year in Junior High. (It seems like just yesterday that Jeff & Sarah brought him home from the hospital). Lily is 10 and will be in 5th grade next year. She still loves swimming and is on the swim team again this summer. Our “baby”, Molly is already 6 and she just finished Kindergarten. She’s a cutie with “tons” of energy. I really wish that both you and Dad were still here to see them grow up and to share your wisdom with them!

I know that you're now in a better place and I'm so happy that you have your memory back but that doesn't keep me from missing you. Please give Dad, Bobby & Dawn another hug from me!

I love you Mom!
Cher

Cheryl Skinner

July 13, 2010

Mom,

It’s been four years since you left us. I think of you often and wish that you were still here with us.

Josh had a tough year with his shoulder surgery but we pray that he will heal so that he’s able to get back to work. He and Susan seem to be very happy and doing well. I’m glad that Josh finally found someone that loves him as much as he loves her. I think that they’re good for each other. They will be celebrating their 3rd anniversary tomorrow. Kristilyn graduated from High School in June and hopefully she’ll discover that it’s okay to go after her dreams.

Jeff has had a hard year. He was diagnosed with a form of Muscular Dystrophy and he’s still trying to deal with what that will mean in the coming years. Jeff and Sarah seem to still be very much in love and happy in spite of all of the stresses of raising a family, especially with an illness looming. I thank God for bringing her into his life. Hayden, Lily & Molly are growing up so quickly. Hayden will be starting Junior High next year and Molly will be starting Kindergarten. Lily is swimming on a swim team and she’s doing well. I really wish that you were here to be able to watch them grow up.

Paul and I are still living in Burney and doing well. I’m so glad that I came home from CCC so many years ago to re-connect with my soul-mate. I truly believe that Paul & I are meant to be together forever. We’re really happy that we were able to move to Burney after he retired. We talk often about how much our parents would have loved to be able to do the same thing. We feel very fortunate.

I feel your presence but I miss being able to see you and talk with you. My yearly “updates” are just a way to put down in writing how much you’re missed and how much I wish you were here to see our family continue to grow.

Please give Dad, Bobby & Dawn a hug from me and if possible, please send an Angel to help look after Jeff.

I love you and miss you Mom!
Cher

Paul Skinner

July 13, 2009

Betty,
I will always remember your total and complete support of our family. Your life defined christianity. Thank you for raising a wonderful daughter who later became my wife and the mother to our children.

We miss you and look forward to the day when we all can be together.

Love,
Paul

Cheryl Skinner

July 13, 2009

Mom,

It’s been 3 years since you left us and you’re still very much in our hearts and on our minds. Paul & I talk often about how we wish that you and Dad would have been able to retire and move to Burney like you planned, it’s truly a beautiful place to live.

The boys are doing well and working hard to take care of their families. Paul and I are very proud of both of them and I know that you and Dad would be too. Your Great Grandkids are growing up way too quickly, but isn’t that always the case?!

I pray that Dad, Bobby and Dawn were there waiting for you, that you’re happy and that you have your memory back.

I love you and miss you!
Cher

Cheryl Skinner

July 13, 2008

Mom,

It’s hard to imagine that another year has passed. I still miss you so much and wish that I could pick up the phone and talk to you or just drop by for a visit! It’s amazing how our perspectives change as we get older and we realize how much we took for grant while we were growing up. I’m really sorry that I didn’t tell you and Dad how much I appreciated you and loved you more often. The selfish part of me really misses you and wishes that you were still here but the daughter in me loves you enough to know that you’re in a much better place.

I love you Mom! Please give Dad & Bobby a hug for me!
Cher

Cheryl Skinner

July 12, 2007

Mom,
It’s hard to believe that it’s already been a year. So much has happened in this past year. Paul and I moved to Burney and we really like it up here. (I wish that you and Dad could have moved up here when you wanted to, it’s truly beautiful!). Josh has fallen in love with a wonderful woman and is getting married on Saturday. Jeff and his family are doing well. Hayden, Lily and Molly are all growing up so quickly. I wish that you were still here and living in Concord so they could grow up knowing their Grammy.

I really miss you! Knowing that you’re in a better place and that you have your memory back makes it easier but it’s still hard not being able jump in the car and go see you and talk to you whenever I want. I’m sure that you’re enjoying your time with Dad, Bobby and Dawn and I know that they were waiting for you with open arms last July 13th.

I love you Mom. You’re always in my heart!
Cher

Karen Ransom

July 11, 2007

It seems only yesterday I was at your home and being welcomed with open arms and open hearts. You will live forever in my heart.

Sandy Davidson

January 16, 2007

Betty was known to me as a very kind, sweet, little woman with a great great big heart. The main reason I say this is because she loved my dad and gave him a family that seemed to love him back. I thank her for that. My heart and tears go out to her family. You will all be in my prayers. See you in heaven Betty. Love, Sandy (Casler) Davidson

Sally Frampton

July 21, 2006

Aunt Betty had a very special way of making you feel welcome. She and Bill always called me 'Sal' and I will always remember her wonderful smile. I know she is in the arms of our loving God and is at peace. God Speed. I will miss you.

Linda and George Strickland-Baird

July 21, 2006

I will always remember Betty Hershman so fondly. My time with her goes back 50 years ago when I was a young adult at the Free Will Baptist Church. She was alway such a great lady, she and Bill were great examples for the young people of the Church. Betty and other ladies Church, Edna, Bobby, Lena, Boots and countless others in the Ladies Auxillary, (remember them?) did so much for the youth in the Church. I say my Goodbye to a sweet lady , and send our Love to my cousin Paul and Cheryl and Pam and all of the family

Karen Ransom

July 16, 2006

I will always remember how I was treated as one of the family. Betty and Bill both made a great impact on my life. I shall always remember them with love and respect.

Paul Skinner

July 16, 2006

What a wonderful mother-in-law. She was always there, always supporting.

Thank you Betty for giving me the best gift, your daughter.

Gayle Stephens Hughey

July 16, 2006

As the sister-in-law of Betty's brother Jim, I remember her from when I was a little girl. My memories are of a delightful, smiling, gentle and gracious woman who always made me feel comfortable. I also know that Betty had a strong faith in the Lord and she is sitting along side Him today, pain free and peaceful. I hope that all of you she touched here will find peace and smiles as you cling to the beautiful memories she has left with you. My condolences to all of you.

Eleanor Benner

July 16, 2006

God speed, Betty. Say hi to Bill and Bobby for us. We had our wedding reception at Betty & Bill's over 50 years ago and Betty babysat our first baby, Mike; it's always been "Betty and Bill...." and always will be.

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