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for Cathy Schmidt
Linda Cothern
December 5, 2019
I remember all the fun times we had together living so close to my cousin. You always had such a big smile on your face I will always remember.
Lori Davis
February 15, 2011
I thought of Cathy this week--her ability to show love and hope right to the end. Her memorial service continues to inspire me. It saddens me that you have to miss her, because there is so much to miss. I'm glad this world is not the last stop for us. How dispiriting that would be! May God continue to bless you.
Debbie Anderson (Bex)
February 25, 2010
Greg, Wesley and Hope, My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Although Cathy and I had not seen each other in many years, I will always have beautiful memories of the hours that she and I spent together practicing and traveling in trampoline competition. We were syncronized partners and spent many hours together. I have always cherished our close friendship as young women. Her genuine smile and uplifting voice is forever with me and many.
Claudia Martin (Canzian)
February 25, 2010
Greg, I am so sorry to hear about Cathy. My sincere condolences to you and your family. I'm glad that I got to meet Cathy, she was a kind, compassionate loving mother and wife. Take comfort in knowing that she willbe watching over you and the kids. I thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
jack langlas
February 24, 2010
i loved having you in class at the dojang. you were one of the strongest people i have ever been aquainted with. my family and i will miss you very much but are ever grateful to have known you and your family. you have bettered the lives of many whom you have encountered. much love. god is watching over your family and friends.
Sharon Ritchie
February 24, 2010
Greg, when we met you and Cathy at one of the “neighborhood meetings” at Wheaton Academy during the interminable zoning process and discovered that you had been James Ritchie’s roommate and were brother to Carol, it felt like you and Cathy were old friends. I was always happy to get to talk at soccer games, garage sales, phone calls about special education, etc. I wasn’t surprised to hear that West Chicago had one of the best special education situations in the Chicago area due in no small part to Cathy’s energy, persistence, and passion. Most often I simply waved at Cathy driving down the street, and never knew she was sick.
That picture of her is heartbreaking: the sweet face, all smile down to the irrepressibly ebullient curly hair. I didn’t have to know her any better than I did to wish I was more like her, and to now miss terribly that she is no longer in her blue house down the street. The sense of privilege, the honor of having known such a woman will not easily fade.
“Sacrifice of praise” takes on hard meaning after such a loss. “Bless the Lord, oh my soul, and ALL, ALL, ALL that is within me, Bless His Holy Name.”
Cathy, in all her ebullience, is in His presence now–with joy, peace, no pain, no regrets. But it doesn’t keep tears here from falling, hearts from aching, and questions from hovering, “Why this? Why now?” Even though He leaves all who loved her stunned by pain, there is nothing else but to cling fiercely to the Truth: Our God is a loving Father. He IS good. He IS faithful. He IS there.
“Hold them, Father, very tightly as they live each new day in her legacy of exuberant joy and love.”
God, BE WITH YOU, Greg, Wesley, Hope.
Lana Tomman-Aronofsky
February 23, 2010
My condolences to your family. Cathy and I went to Hallstrom, Lincoln and East High together. I have so many great memories of her. We would ice skate at Churchill Park in the winter. She was a very good skater. She would skate with my Mom. I recently found the pictures from my fourteenth birthday party that included a pic of Cathy. She was one of the most cheerful people I have ever known. She will be missed.
Helen Smith La Marca
February 23, 2010
I was very saddened to hear of Cathy's passing. She was always such a sweetheart (through Hallstrom, Lincoln and East). My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rosemary Mills Pyke
February 23, 2010
Dear Greg - It's been many years since we shared business discussions, laughs, and good times at IMRA Conferences, but I remember how much I enjoyed spending time with you and Cathy. I am so very sorry to hear of Cathy's passing. I wish you and your family the peace that time and happy memories can bring.
Rosemary Mills Pyke
(formerly Rosemary Luedke of Rose Incentives)
John Hall (Sowinski)
February 23, 2010
Greg,
My condolences to you and your family over the loss of your wife and their mother. May God continue to bless you and your family. Blessings during this difficult time.
The Matthews Family
February 23, 2010
Dear Greg, Wesley & Hope,
We are so saddened by the loss of our earthly sister-in-Christ but are rejoicing in Cathy's presence with our Lord and Savior! She is healed and whole! We will miss her smiling face and always cheerful spirit. What a blessing and gift to have known her. May you all find the peace that only can come from our Father in this time. You have been and will be in our prayers and praises. We have been given an incredible gift to know you all.
The Matthews
Keith, Rita, Seth & Layne
Laura and Brad
Joe & Penny Schmidt
February 23, 2010
Greg, Wesley and Hope: We were saddened to hear of Cathy's passing. I wish we could have gotten to know her better. The comments here are testimony of an amazing wife, mother, friend and Christian. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the peace of God that surpasses all human understanding be with you during this difficult time.
Dave Aldrich
February 23, 2010
Greg,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you. Stay strong and remember the sunshine!
Dave Aldrich
Dan, Margo, Jordan and Brandon Lange
February 22, 2010
Dear Greg, Wesley, and Hope. We just learned that Cathy went to Heaven. We are so very sorry for your loss. She was such a delightful, kind, and loving person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless, Love, Dan, Margo, Jordan and Brandon Lange
February 22, 2010
Dear Greg, Wesley, and Hope,
Words can't express our family's sadness at Cathy's passing. When Pastor EV Hill mourned the loss of his wife, he lamented over and over: "The Lord gave and The Lord has taken away. Blessed be the name of the Lord." Job 1:21.
Our prayer is that the Lord who made your wonderful wife and mother will care for you just as He is now caring for her in heaven.
Anthony, Julie, Michael, Danielle Solis (Wheaton, IL)
February 22, 2010
Dear Greg, Wesley, and Hope,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Cathy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this diffucult time.
Jerry, Patty, and Nikki (Wonder Lake, IL)
February 22, 2010
Hope, Greg, and Wesley: My condolences to you. I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Cathy. She was always so cheerful and such a wonderful cook! My prayers are with all of you.
Mrs. Cindy Frantzen,
Benjamin Middle School
Shelley Smith-Perrin
February 22, 2010
To Cathy's Family,
I am so sorry for your loss,she was missed at our last high school reunion and will be missed forever. (That Hallstrom Bond) I would like to share what a special person she was to me growing up. We went to Hallstrom,Lincoln and East together and enjoyed each others company everyday. When my parents got divorced and my mom had to go to work full time it was Cathy and her family that said "drop Shelley off at our house and we can walk to gether to school." laughing sometimes til we almost pee our pants. She made me realize that even though my family wasn't perfect, life was still so sweet. Those walks change my life and I owe some of that to her. We will see her again sometime, until then, she is smiling down on all of us.
God Bless her family,
Shelley Smith (Perrin)
February 22, 2010
Greg,
What bright eyes, sparkling spirit, radiant heart. My heart aches with you. I love you guys.
James
Marcia Lynch
February 22, 2010
Greg,
I am so sorry to hear of Cathy's death. I, too, was a member of Dr. Sarya's Orthodontic staff when she came to his office. We all benefited from her spirituality, loved her contagious smile and the twinkling eyes. She was loved and will always be remembered. Bless you all.
-Marcia Lynch
The Lewis Family
February 22, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the Lord grant you peace during this difficult time.
Craig Wares
February 22, 2010
Greg, I'm so, so sorry to hear about Cathy's passing. Please contact me when the time is right. Craig Wares 231-2189765
Sharon Horton
February 22, 2010
My deepest sympathy to Greg and his family. I worked with Cathy at Dr. Sarya's in Traverse City, Mi. She was so much fun to work beside, I enjoyed her company so much. We had many wonderful conversations together. She will be missed by all.
Judy Crocker Meehan
February 22, 2010
Greg, Wesley and Hope:
My condolences to all of you. Cathy and I attended Hallstrom, Lincoln and East High School. I know we haven't seen each other for awhile, but we share that Hallstrom School bond.
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
The Hultgren Family and Staff
February 22, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Brian O'Donnell
February 21, 2010
Greg,
I am deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your wife, Cathy. I wish you and the kids God's blessings to help you through this tough time.
Sincerely,
Brian
Sarah Papierski
February 21, 2010
There is so much to say about Cathy and it would take me such a long time to write. One thing that I remember about Cathy was her love for everyone around her. She always had a smile on her face even when the cancer and chemo was getting her down. She was my support when my grandma was struggling with pancreatic cancer. Cathy was there with me shortly after my grandma passed away on March 10, 2009. Seeing Cathy every Sunday reminded me of the love that my grandma showed to me. Both of them were fighters until the end. Cathy, I am so grateful for the influence you had on my life. I know that you have a new body in heaven now and are leaping around with joy. I love you so much and I can't wait to see you in heaven sometime. Then we can share the same laughs we had when we were together. I'm not sure if you ever knew this, but you were very influential in my decision to rededicate my life to Christ. Well now you do :) Thank you so much for your life. I love you!!!!!!
sue peschang
February 20, 2010
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 1998-2010
Charley and Cheryl Warner
February 20, 2010
We remember Cathy's testimony at prayer meeting years ago when you became members of College Church, and her confidence in God's plan for her life despite disappointments. Later in Women's Bible Study she spoke powerfully of God's faithfulness through uncertain times. More recently she ministered to our daughter Elizabeth in Hyacks. Christ was so evident in her life. May God hold you very close.
Danae Zarbuck
February 19, 2010
Cathy was my small group leader at church for my 4 years of high school. She was such a strong pillar in my life and I looked up to her so much. Cathy was always there to encourage me. She truly was one of the godliest women that I know. She will be missed, but she is with God now, and there is no place like heaven.
Kitch & Marilyn Kitchell
February 19, 2010
Dear Greg, Wesley and Hope: There are no words that can express the impact that Cathy had on my life. Her precious and always-ready smile, the Christlikeness of her life and her love of Jesus ....how wonderful to know she is now living in His Presence praising and thanking Him.
Alta Johnson
February 19, 2010
Cathy was such an encouragement to me in Women's Bible study. I loved her smile and insights, and honest seeking of the LORD. I'm sure she's delighting in His presence, but I feel a great loss, along with her family. My prayers and love are with you all.
Lori Davis
February 19, 2010
Cathy's hope in God, her effervescent spirit, her big heartedness were always examples to me. I grieve for your loss of such a supportive, loving wife and mother.
Lori Davis
Reba Meheula
February 19, 2010
To Cathy's family and friends...my deepest condolences to you. I hadn't gotten to see Cathy in such a long time. We missed her at this last reuion, but we all thought about you. We will always remember that beautiful smile, her little giggle and all the love she shared with us since grade school days at Hallstrom! Her and I had a competion of who was taller each year, grade school the same, junior high her, then high school and becoming adults...me. Now... once again she stands so much taller! Cathy...you will forever be in our hearts.
Joyce Anderson
February 19, 2010
Greg, Hope and Wesley, My love and prayers are with you. May you know our Lord's sweet presence with you at this time. I will surely miss Cathy and her sweet smile.
February 19, 2010
Greg, Wesley and Hope,
We are praying for you during this difficult time. We will miss Cathy very much. Randy and Susan Jahns
Jack and Shelley Swanson
February 18, 2010
Greg, Hope, and Wesley, our love and prayers are with you. We'll certainly miss your sweet Cathy.
February 18, 2010
Cathy's kindness and love towards our family will forever live in our hearts. Our deepest heartfelt wishes during this most difficult time. Aimy & John Ross & Family
Blair and Tiina Petersen
February 18, 2010
We were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. The light of Christ and joy of the Lord that radiated from Cathy was impossible to miss. Her life will continue to inspire our family towards godliness.
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