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The favorite son Cassese
October 9, 2008
Hey Momma, Thanks for holding off the rain or my 50th party. Everyone had a great time, Maureen made a 12 hr trip Sandy and Brenda did the longest. This weekend I moved David Jr up from Long island, Im not asking for magic just to help him get on his feet. So do you have any connections where you are? Anyway you gave us life you did a great job and we all benefited from your presence. When I see a rainbow on our propertyI know its you smiling up there for good things to come and I feel you momma
Sandra Trapanee
September 24, 2008
Dear Mommala, Muzur of me and Billy, Char, MoMo, David and Brenda.
I miss you so very much. I had an epidural yeaterday and told the nurse all about you. I know you are looking after us with your arms spread wide for hugs. Al and I went to Albany visiting with Billy and Patty. This week Brenda and I are going to David's 50th birhday party, Rain or not!
You are alway present in our lives. Next week is Rosh Hashanah Billy goes to a temple on Saturday he told me only 7 men are there with him. As for Brenda , Marty and Me I will miss the beautiful Lady in the big Black hat, my Mommy, holding my hand, reading the hebrew as Brenda and I read the English. We will carry on this tradition that you have taught us through out our lives.
I love you more than ever.
Love
Sissila
David Cassese
September 22, 2008
Momma, how you doing? Im having my 50th birthday party this Saturday, its gonna rain but remember my wedding? It rained and we all laughed, I miss you so much momma. Watch over us, we are like misfits with you. Well everyone but me, ha ha Brenda, Sissy, Char Maureen and Billy are doing ok, I find peace in thinking of you, we all do
Sissy Trapanese
December 15, 2007
Mommala,
It's the holiday season and everyone is busy with shopping and holiday cheer. I miss you so very much, mommy, I was looking at some of your pictures today you were so much an actress and so very beautiful. I wish you could help me with some of my concerns about life. Maybe if I told them to you I might find a way to help myself. I will keep trying.
Jason was in a holiday chorus and Sheryl was so touched by his performance. David loves High School. Larry is working hard. John John is working with his home health pt's and listening to there stories about life. Amanda and Emily are two beautiful princesses. Tricia is trying to deal with her dad's illness and the troubles her mom has.
I just wish you were here for one more day or at least we could have a phone call. I love you and miss you so very much.
Love always
Sissy
Sheryl Rabinowitz
September 8, 2007
My GrandMother,
I have been having unusually clear and vivid memories of my time with you. The other day as I was sitting outside I smelled your barbequed chicken! I had forgotten about how you would make that in the summer up in Congers. It was such a REAL scent, but I could not find any barbequed chicken anywhere. Just a moment ago I drank iced tea from a plastic cup and I was instantly 12 years old and in your rec room watching the Yankees. These memories are more real than ever before. Does anyone know how to make Grandma's chicken? I need to have some of it! Anyway, David started High School this week Grandma! You would be so proud. He already has his eye on some girls. He likes his Intro to Business class....I think that Wharton may be in his future. Jason is in 5th grade and a very smart and helpful boy. He is playing Football and will be beginning his training for his Bar Mitzvah. I miss you each and every day and would give anything to have one of those talks with you again. Be in Peace my Dear GrandMother! I love you so much.
Love,
Sheri
DAVID CASSESE
July 7, 2007
Mother of mine.
Yesterday was special hearing Sis and Bill talk in the language that I have no idea what the were saying. I didn't need to. I heard the emotions in their voices. Anyway I felt you the 2 times you touched my head. It was so wonderful. Wish me luck when I go to court with David Jr. he's trying. I only wish the feeling with Tracy and David subside, if you were here they would so for now I wait patiently. Brenda is the skinniner and so is Leahhhhh.
I hope she sells the house and rolls North, help find her a buyer. MOMMA you rock
Love David
SISSY TRAPANESE
July 5, 2007
MOMMA,
TOMORROW IT WIL BE THREE YEARS THAT WE DON'T HAVE Y0U TO HOLD. BRENDA AND I JUST CAN'T BELIVE YOU HAVE BEEN GONE FROM OUR ARMS THIS LONG. MANY THINGS IN MY LIFE HAVE CHANGED FOR THE BETTER AND I THANK YOU FOR THIS. WHEN I NEEDED HELP I THOUGHT OF YOU AND WHAT YOU WOULD TELL ME. I AM TRYING TO DO THE BEST THING. I SPEAK YOUR NAME EVERYDAY AND MORE THAN NOT I SMILE WHEN I DO. YOU WERE A GIFT TO US AND I WILL CHERISH YOU IN MY HEART ALL OF MY LIFE. I'VE READ MY BIRTHDAY CARDS OVER AND OVER, YOU KNOW THE ONES I RECEIVED AFTER YOU WERE GONE. YOU KNEW WHAT WAS AROUND THE CORNER AND THAT DIDN'T STOP YOU FROM BLESSING US WITH HAPPINESS AND HEALTH. I LOVE YOU MY MOMMA, GOD BLESS YOU
SISSY
Leah-Michele Lawrence
July 3, 2007
GRANDMA,
I MISS U SO MUCH. IM WITH RACHEL IN NYC AND ITS AMAZING. YOU WOULD BE SO PROUD OF US I CAN FEEL IT. TILL THIS DAY I FEEL U WITH ME, GIVING ME COURAGE TO TAKE EVERY NEW STEP IN MY LIFE LIFE IM LIVING. IM SO GRATEFUL AND APPRECIATE EVERYTHING IN MY LIFE MORE THEN EVER. ITS FUNNY HOW BEING AT UR LOWEST DOES THAT TO U. ME AND RACHEL WERE TALKING ONE NIGHT AND WE BOTH AGREED OUR FAMILY AND OUR FRIENDS THAT WE CONSIDER FAMILY ARE SO UNIQUE. WE ARE COMPLETELY GENEUINE PEOPLE WITH HEARTS FILLED OF NOTHING LESS THEN LOVE, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING. GRANDMA IT ALL COMES FROM U, U WERE THE LEADER OF OUR FAMILY. SHOWED US NOTHING BUT FAMILY MATTERS AND TO HAVE PRIDE AND TO BE KIND TO OTHERS NO MATTER HOW THEY ACT. AND U SHOWED US THAT ON A PERSONS HARDEST DAY, WHEN THEY ARE THE RUDEST A SIMPLE SMILE CAN MAKE THEIR DAY. U WERE THE KINDEST PERSON THAT COULD HAVE BLESSED THIS EARTH. I THANK U FOR BEING SUCH A POSITIVE PERSON IN MY LIFE. IT IS BECAUSE OF U AND MY FAMILY I AM WHO I AM TODAY. I LOVE U SO MUCH, AND MISS U THIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIISSSSS MUCH LOL.
Sandi Trapanese
March 23, 2007
Dear Mommy,
It's been very busy. As you know Aunt Florance has left us and is with you. When I was in Albany for Uncle Laurie, Billy and Patty, Char, MoMO, David and Brenda all visited with him and then with Aunt Florance. We were taught to do the right thing by you, mommy.
Aunt Rene is trying her best to go on and calls everyday, she also is missing you so much.
Billy is going to have a bithday real soon. He was turned down for a new hip procedure, however he will have a hip replacement as soon as he is cleared by his physicians.
Char need some help healing, mommy. She has an episode of acute pain and also has an inflamed esophagus, please help her mommy. MoMo keeps pushing and also needs so guidance to help her with her health. David and Tracy are so kind to David Jr. He will be O.K. with David's and Tracy's Help. Brenda did so well with her recovery she is coming home today. Leah looks great. I miss you so much. Mommy you are in my heart always,
Love,
Sissy
DAVID CASSESE
March 21, 2007
Momma,
David is home with us, thankyou. brenda is on her way to recovery and momma, Dean's Wife family and with our supoort for the 5 year old wit leukemia. They all need support. Dean is a superstar.
Momma also guide all of the grandchildren. Billy is going to the gym and trying his best. All of us are trying. Everyday has its hills to climb,
David
DAVID CASSESE
March 20, 2007
Momma,
Sorry about Uncle L, he was alwasy so good to me, and everyone, Aunt F is also with you. Watch over Brenda and Sandy and those seeking your guidence. Your our lucking star, the way you still feel around us, like being on the beach in the morning feeling the sun, wind, smelling the water and hearing the waves, you brought life to those who had no idea and still I seek direction for my son and life.
Love
David
Sissy Trapanese
March 10, 2007
Dear Mommala,
I know that you know Dear Uncle Laurie is no longer here with us on Earth but with you, and now he has no pain. Mommy all of us were with him, Billy and Patty, Char, Mo and Steve, David and Tracy, Brenda and me. He was not alone. We did all we could for him, getting him to Daughters of Sarah where Grandpa was. Having him as comfortable as possible without pain. We helped Aunt Renee with lots of things and spent some time with Cheryl and Darian, too. Time just keeps marching on. You have a wonderful family, Mommy. I love you and miss you dearly,
always,
Sissy
Sissy Trapanese
January 5, 2007
Dear Momala,
Oh how I wish I could hear your voice and have you there to help me figure out stuff. I miss you so much, there is still a deep hole in my heart and a deeper hole in my sole. I can feel you close at times. I'm the ambassador for January, trying to continue your ways. This is the beginning of a brand new year. Hopefully this new year will be better for all of us.
We are all trying to be like you, Mommy. As Sylvia has said, you were the most incredible person she has ever met. I love you so much.
Love, Sissy
Sissy Trapanese
December 18, 2006
Dear Momma,
I love you so much my mom, I really need to write you, this really helps my very heavy heart. I need to help my little sister, I love her so much.
Mommy I tried to send a message to everyone about the new voice messages, I couldn't do it so David, your favorite son, did it for me, he is so good. Now it is almost evening and time to light the candles, with a flame and one with a switch. Wish you could be here again, we could sing together. My Mommy I do hope we become as wonderful as you. Love Sissy
Sissy Trapanese
December 17, 2006
Dear Mommy,
Please help Brenda, Marty and Leah in these difficult times, they are such a loving family. How I wish I could call you on the phone and get your motherly advice. While wraping presents on Friday I watched some of the video tapes of Holidays past, we are trying to find a good sentence of you speaking, to use on your answering machine. To see you on the video tapes I almost felt you were still here, what a wonderful treasure for us to have and hold. You are so very special to so many people, Mom.
John John, Trica, Amanda Michele, and Emily Paige are adjusting and doing great. I watched a video tape of you holding Amanda when she was she was about six months old and the family was in Florida with John John,Tricia, and Marky. You are singing so sweetly to her and telling her she is going to be a star.
Sheryl, Larry David and Jason are enjoying the Holidays, David recited a great play by play for me on the telephone while everyone opened Hanukkah presents, Jason will be in a play singing today at Temple,
I miss you so much and I Love you so much, Mommy
Always,
Sissy
Sissy trapanese
December 8, 2006
Dear Mommala,
There has been so many wonderful events happening in our Great Family. Alli was married to Glenn in July. David, my grandson had a Bar Mitsvah on October 28, 2006 This was such a very exciting time for all of us. The Temple sevice was so meaningful, especially the story of Noah and how the effects of that time our upon us. I was so very proud of David. I went up to the beama and made an alliya with Larry's Mom and Dad, Steve and Bobby. John John went up with Larry's three brothers and Sheryl and Larry were together with David and Jason. Our whole family was there and they enjoyed some part of the services.
David's party was a Fun trip to the Baseball Game. David included all of us with a song and a poem when he lite the thirteen candles. Dave, my brother, was able to bring his son David Jr. to the party. What a great thrill for us. On November 10th, I went to Albany to my 40th High School Reunion, WOW that was so much Fun.
Mommy, I visited with your sister and your brother.
Billy drove me to meet Sheryl and I went to Cherry Hill, N.J. to be there for Emily Paige Chadwick's arrival on November 20, 2006. She is so beautiful and remimds me of Sheri when she was born. Emily Paige arrived at 8:38 am and she weighs 8 pounds 1 oz. she was 19 3/4 in. long. A new addition to our Great Family. She is your 10th Great Grandchild. What a Blessing.
Momma, I talk to people every where I go and many times I speak of you this makes my heart fill good. However, I certainly wish I could speak to you now, and you could help me figure out what's going on in my life. I went to the nerologist this past week and I'm having more nero tests done on December 26, this is a good thing maybe there will be a conclusion and maybe a fix too!
Mommy I turn to my white lounge in the living room and see you lying there watching t.v. I miss you dearly.
All my Love Forever
Sissy
David Cassese
October 28, 2006
Mother, I am with our family, those who could be here are here, David's Bar Mitsvah was fullfilling, Billy and Sandy said it brings them closer to you and grampa, we all miss you momma
Love David and David jr.
Sisssy Trapanese
October 13, 2006
Dear Mommala,
My Dear Mamma this year is going to be a sweet year. I spoke to little DAVID , he was with his Dad. My brother, David, said to me that Little Dave is looking forward to seeing everyone at my grandson's, David's ,Bar Mitsvah. I said Everyone is looking forward to seeing Little Dave. We miss him so very much and we know how hard he had tried to beable to come to Cherry Hill.
Momma you would be so very proud of my grandson, David, this is a wonderful wonderful time in our family TRADITION!
I'm so very proud of Sheryl and Larry this is a very difficult time for everyone in the family and it will be so very fullfilling for all of their hard work. Momma you would be so very proud of them.
John John and Trica are having a brand new baby girl in November. Your little Amanda Michelle will have a beautiful little sister. I'm so very happy you held Amanda close to your heart. I sing your favorite songs to her as often as I can. She is a sweet charming little person.
I love you so very much my mommy and i miss you so very much. please look after all of us we do need a little guidence from you still.
Sleep well
Love Sissy
David Cassese
September 27, 2006
Momma,
L'Shonnan Tovah
Rest in peace Momma your time here really made adifference with all of us. We will all heal someday, you did agreat job with all of us.
I love you and on my birthday I will miss your call again, but I remember that you asked me to do what you loved doing, calling for everyone's important days
Sissy Trapanese
September 26, 2006
Dear Mama,
L'Shonnan Tovah my Dear Mommala, Brenda, Leah and I went to Temple on Friday, and it was like you were sitting next to me. Brenda and I had to leave the congregation for a few minutes when they started singing "My Yiddisha Momma". Leah was very brave and stayed in her seat until the song was over. We felt so good when we left.
Leah recited the prayer for lighting the candles for the New Year Saturday dinner. I said the prayer over the challah and the wine. Here is To a Very Sweet Year Mommala. I miss you so very much.
I'm getting so excited looking forward to David's Simchat. What a wonderful event in his life and mine. I'm still trying to get around as much as possible. I'm so glad you did not see me this way, my Mommala. I was working on the family tree and I came across some writings of yours on the family, thank you mommy for putting this info down on paper.
My Dear Momma the three little ones all had there bithdays yesterday. What a Blessing. All my love To You Sweet Angel.
Sissy
Sissy Trapanese
September 7, 2006
Dear Mama,
I havn't been able to write lately,mommy It's been too very hard. I was thinking about your last day with us, this morning, it is almost like yesterday. I miss you so very much.
All of us are all trying to go on, to follow in your footsteps, in your way of looking at life.
I was speaking to your cousin, Gertrude who misses you very much. She sent me two pictures of events you me and mo mo had attended. you look so beautiful, you can see the sparkle in your eyes.
Mama, to continue on, all of us look forward to family events in a very exciting way. I have felt your presence evey time we are together.
Mama, please look over us and help guide our paths.
Mom, you would be so very proud of Leah Michele, she is starting a new way of life for herself, one step at a time. Allison and Glenn are so very happy as they begin there new lives together. Sher and Larry are getting David's Big day together, and David is really studying very hard. Please look over Trica and her baby and keep them from harm. John John and Tricia sent new photos, Amanda Michele has pooped in the potty, Yeah.
I'm feeling better the last few days and I hope I will be able to rid myself of my cane atleast for a little part of the day.
Remember mom if you need anything just call.
Love,
Sissy
David Cassese
September 2, 2006
Mom, today I finally rested, thanks for watching over Leah, Billy and David jr. I miss you Momma
Leah-Michele Lawrence
August 28, 2006
Grandmma,
WOW! Never had i imagined my prayers could be answered so quickly. I wish u were here so i could give u a huuuuuuggeeeeeee hug and a great big thank u for helping me threw this. I know in my heart that u were a big part of my approval and i know now that miracles are real THANK YOU. I was loosing my faith and strength and it was brought to my attention by my mom, after so many road blocks and put downs it takes a toll on u in that way. She just looked at me and asked me to please have faith. I think at that moment i knew everything was gonna work out. At another moment listening to a song i heard the lyrics " I'll give u peace if u believe " i knew it was u. I BELIEVE. I am so grateful to be given a second chance to have tha life i lived before. I am grateful for such a wonderful supportive family. I am even more grateful for my parents, only god knows the hell they have been going threw with me and the hell they are going threw dealing with MY MOODS lol. Regardless of how much they wanted to break down they stayed strong for me. I have never been so grateful, so appreciative, or ready in my life. I thank u for keeping me strong and being my angel. Im not scared im ready. Whats meant to be will be. i miss u and i love u.
David Cassese
August 1, 2006
Momma,
We all want to do as you would, up and down are a fact, we stay up.
We all love staying the path. We need to always be strong, help all of us with that. Go Sher bear
Love David
Sheri Rabinowitz
July 31, 2006
My Dearest GrandMother,
I just wanted to let you know that my David's Bar Mitzvah will be held on October 28 of this year. We are so excited as he is the first to be Bar Mitzvah'd in a whole generation. Grandma, you were and would be so proud! He reads Hebrew like a pro. The ceremony will be at Temple Beth Shalom in Cherry Hill, NJ at 9:30 am. This celebration will continue at 6 o'clock at the Merion House in Cherry Hill.
After our Simcha, we will be hosting a revolving door Family Reunion at our house on Sunday October 29th. I can not think of a better reason to celebrate and remember you the same time! I rememeber you telling me of your Bat Mitzvah! We will have a family wiffle ball tournament for anyone that is interested, as long as it is not too chilly! We will have to split up Jason and David Capobianco as they are professionals! David is looking forward to David Jr's coming as he has always looked up to his big cousin. We will have a wonderful time with everyone! Wish you were here, but know that you WILL be in all of our hearts and keeping watch over my David on his special day and always.
Love,
Sheri
Ron (Ronnie) Hosler
July 12, 2006
Auntie Michele,
I miss your endless encouraging words. You never passed up an opportunity to say something nice and had a gift of making each and every one of us feel special. I miss your class. The room, the event, became a different place when you walked through the door. I miss the baby peas and pearl onions you sauteed for me. This moment, I see your smile and feel your warmth. I love you, Ronnie.....
David Cassese
July 6, 2006
Momma, 2 years have passed since the day we all pulled together to help each other. We all miss and have a wish to ask, this is in each of our own ways. I got to see everyone and Alli would have made you smile, watch over her.Char is so happy, and we had a special gift, John John is going to have a girl. Yeah for us. I saw so many looks at the wedding Momma, I enjoyed the whole month before knowing that It would be the 1st time together in 2 years. Missing you mom.
Stephen Capelli
July 6, 2006
Hi Mommy:
It has been two long years of missing your physical presence, loving words and wise counsel. We all miss you in our own ways, but it is clear that you are still in our hearts and minds.
We had a great family reunion and celebration this past weekend in Saratoga Springs when Allie married Glenn Brown. It was an outstanding ceremony and party! All of your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren who attended were happy and looked great. You have produced an outstanding group of beautiful people.
We had the opportunity to spend time with Aunt Florence, Uncle Lawry and Cousin Bruce. They came to Saratoga for lunch and had a long visit with the family.
Your Brenda completed her bachelor's degree in business management and is now fully qualified and ready to sell her skills to the highest bidder. We are all very proud of her accomplishments.
Jason completed his associate of arts degree and is transfering to Salisbury University to work on his bachelor's degree.
Mo-Mo is becoming quite an accomplished realtor and is very busy with her second ful-time job. I am very proud of her.
We love you Mommy!
Steve, Maureen, Rich, Emily, David, Kristy, Kyleigh, Matthew, Jason, Rachel and Lance.
Leah-Michele Lawrence
June 22, 2006
Grandma,
I just have to take a deep breath and breathe. I cant think strait, im so sad all the time, im not the Leah i used to be. Im so overwhelmed by whats going on with me grandma. I wish you were here to talk to, i could tell you anything and you would understand. My hopes my dreams everything has been put on hold and I have no control over it. For once in my life i cant be the strong one, i cant be the help and support. For once in my life im the one who needs to lean on someone and i cant take it. Please help me stay strong and ensure me that better days are just around the corner. I miss you so much my words can never come close to explaining how i feel. As always watch over all of my family, i know your always there you wouldnt miss us growing up for the world. I LOVE YOU MITCHEL!!
David Cassese
June 18, 2006
My dearest Mother,
Today is fathers day, I always got a call from you after Billy, That was ok because we both know why, ha ha. You see what I do and you are all around us. I walk straight and if I stumble. Guide me to the right path of safety, health and happiness.
Some don't write, others don't know how. They are the ones who need you without showing whats in their hearts. Momma what can I do for our family?
Loving and missing you
David
Sissy Trapanese
June 10, 2006
Dear Mama,
There have been many wonderful celebrations in our lives the past few months. Alli and Glenn were engaged, Alli had a fabulous Bridal Shower. They will be married July 1,2006 in Saratoga Springs.
I remember my Mama and Dad going to the races in Saratoga Springs. You started going to the races when I was 16 years old. I would comb your beautiful black hair and put it in a updo and then you would put a beatiful big hat on. You were so beautiful, Mommy. I know you loved to see the horse's beauty as they pranced in front of you.
Your Brenda Leah just gratuated from college. She was so happy, and I know you would be so proud of her. Bren told me she had whispered to you that she was going back to school. She has really worked so very hard.
Char is still having a rough time mom help her find a happy place. She is such a good person. She is so happy for Alli. She needs to feel better.
Sheri's son David will have a Bar Mitsvah this year time is going by so fast. John and Tricia are going to have a baby in November, G-d Willing. Moma please look over my children, please.
I miss you so very much. Billy made the girls pillow cases from your blouses. Char has told me she hugged the pillow for comfort and Brenda has too. I have placed it next to the pillow where you last placed your head. Every time I look at those vibrant colors my heart sinks a little deeper. Momo loves having the pillow case close by her side.
Mama please take care of little Matthew, help him through the hard times he needs to grow a little more, so his parents do not have to worry.
My Sweet Muzur I speak to you out loud, quite often. I'm finding Sheri is doing some things for me like I did for you, this reminds me of sweeter times. I know now how you felt about Grandma!
Aunt Florance speaks of your kindness often she is also very tired. Your Brother misses you very much and still talks about playing ball with you. He said you were a good hitter and you could run around the bases very fast. He told me you were not a( sissy )girl you were strong and had so much fun with him.
I feel very warm inside thinking of you, mommy, as I write these words tears fill my eyes.
I Love You Mama.
Sissy
John Chadwick
April 18, 2006
Gram,
As you can tell, you are missed very much and more each day. I know you have a lot of people to look after, however, If I can ask, I need you to be with my mom and heal her heart, mind and body. SHe is a great person and has always tried to do right and help others, and I feel she has done a great job. She is in trying times now and needs a shed of light. If you can find a way to let her know you are with her, I am sure it will help. I ask that you continue to bless us all from above and forgive us for our wrong-doings and guide us in our lives and choices. You live inside us all. We love you and miss you. Love John-John
David & Tracy Cassese
April 16, 2006
Momma, I don't always need to be your favorite but, I felt very close with you this past week. WOW seeing David jr was great he's doing great Momma.
I'm so proud that Brenda is going to graduate college, she's very lucky Momma. Brenda and Marty have a special daughter, Leah is the best, she's always the best.
Momma, when things are down you are there, when it never seems to be over, your the sunshine that we look for.
I hope we all make the right choices, please guide us so we can stay the patch Mom, I love you, miss you and I wish your old friends good health and happiness.
Love David
Sissy Trapanese
March 15, 2006
Momma,
Oh how I miss you so much. In my bedroom I look outside at the flowing water and wish I could here you talking to me, just for a moment. How that would make me feel so much better. I know I feel you deep in my heart that's when the tears flow freely from my eyes.
We saw your friend Corina. There on a stand in her dining room was a beautiful picture of you. You were in your beautiful white dress at your birthday party.
I'm just really needing you. I love you, Momma.
Love, Sissy
David Cassese
February 18, 2006
Momma,
It was a new life that I asked you for help. LIL David now has a chance at life thanks to you looking over him, it was so hard and painful. If anything had ever happened to lil David I would have lost my own life. Thanks to you he has a fresh start.
Everyone else now needs you help, I love you as if you were right next to me.
david
Sissy Trapanese
February 14, 2006
Dear My Sweet Momma,
It is Valentine's Day, Mommy. It was so very hard to walk by the Happy Valentine's Day cards for MOMMY. I miss you so very much Mommy. I'm very depressed about my ability to walk, and to walk without pain. The doctors said to give it a year for the the nerve pathways to heal, however I doubt I will improve any further.
Brenda, Marty and I had breakfast together today at the IHOP. We spoke about that location and about you. I remember Momma at the cardiologist taking a stress test and I walked around that building 57 times waiting for my Mommy. So Mommy maybe you will let us know that everything will be alright.
Billy needs some relief from pain, Char is dealing with multiple medical problems now and she is very scared and also very brave, MoMo is resolved with her health and takes life one moment at a time, David has his son who needs some strength, Little Brenda deals with so very much stuff ever day and you know how I am. I just want to hear you say, " IT WILL ALL BE ALRIGHT" I Love you Momma
Happy Valentine's Day
David Cassese
February 12, 2006
Momma, Tuesday we leave to see lil David. I miss him and with your guidence he will be a great young man. I'm asking you to watch over us while bringing young david to the family school. He lost 40 pounds and looks great. Keep us all strong Momma
Love David & Tracy
Marissa Cassese
January 23, 2006
Miss You!!!! Love always Marissa
DAVID CASSESE
January 23, 2006
Hey, Momma
Again its snowing up here in NY, Billy escaped to Florida to get away from Jan. freeze.
I tried again to pass the state test, I had a hard time mom a very hard time. But you always had faith in me and thats why I'll never give in life. I get tired and lonely but thanks to Tracy and our family there is always a tommorrow.
Most people sent lil David Letters, He has them all, I owe special thanks to those who supported me. David wants to be sucessful, he lost over 30 pounds and misses you as we all do.
Today was extremely difficult for me, theres so much on my plate momma. I feel that my company must grow to stay ahead of the rest. I need your help to control the destiny that I see in my life. I need to know that your watching some how, I love you mom, so much.
Love David
Leah-Michele Lawrence
December 21, 2005
Grandma,
the sun still shines here and my mommas garden still blooms and smells beautiful. but grandma nothing feels the same without u. when i feel a soft hand i miss u, when i see soft green eyes in a kind face my eyes water cause i miss u.when my feet hurt and my backs sore i remember your soft touch and i miss u so much. what i wouldnt give just to be able to feel your soft hand hold mine or to hear your voice tell me you love me. i neva want to forget every detail about you, when im in trouble or happy my life is put together with pieces of your memories. i love you grandma, i love you always, and i know u know this, but i say it hoping u can hear me, wishing to be able to hear it back. i miss u.
DAVID CASSESE
December 20, 2005
Momma,
Thank you for watching over little David, he's doing a little better. 1 step in a mile is 1 step in the correct way. I'm so hurt over him, I am numb and can't smile. I miss you mom different from everyone else, Now is when I would have come to seek your wisdom, your words for David. I am lost. Tracy is my soul she's helped me to survive. I thank you for loving her and now she loves me. HMMMMMMM thats suppose that way.. Miss you momma
David
I love you momma
David & Tracy Cassese
November 29, 2005
Momma,
Its hurts to help the ones you love most of all. Pain and sorrow finds it way into everyword, everybreath. I hurt the same way I did when I realized you were gone. The pain is not hidden, but brave and shows itself. I need to look at my failures with my son. Tracy has helped me to find help so lil David might have a life. Please help him with your heart and help heel his pain. We all have broken windows when your talked about, I haven't seen the clear glass in some time.
Tracy
November 29, 2005
Dear Michelle,
this is my first entry since you've past. I've have felt you near and have never felt the need to write you. I need you to know how happy I am for you guidance with David Jr.
The strength you've given to David, my husband, has allowed him to make the most important decision of his life for David Jr's well-being.
You have given David the strength to save his son's life and although I talk to you quite often, this time that doesn't seem to be enough so I'm writing,
I love and miss you,
please comfort David Jr and David Sr. as they both start the most important journey of their lives,
MISS YOU, LOVE AND LIGHT
I will always love you Grandma.
November 5, 2005
Thansgiving time is here again. We will place a chair in the kitchen for your guidence.
November 5, 2005
November 5, 2005
Miss You Mitchell
From Here To Eternity
November 5, 2005
Mama,
Your spirit reminds us of how much we are loved. Your memory lifts our sorrow, helps us to heal when we are sick, lifts us up when we are down, and drives us to do better to help us provide for our needs. You left us with your legacy, a small village of people to remember your wishes, your courage, and your love.
Your gift is a family legacy that will live on for many years. We will teach the young about your life, what it was like to be your child, and find comfort that they will carry your story on for generations to come. Our family, your children, grandchildren, and great-grand children, are a part of the legacy. A treasure that contains an unlimited resource of love, compassion, generosity, understating, guidance, and support. You gave us each other to love and a side from having you, who could ask for more?
I know you look down on your family and feel gratification, just as if we were your song, and you were listening to us play. I can imagine your toothless smile, your high cheekbones raising all the way up to you beautiful light eyes. In your face, I can see the pride that you feel. Your nods confirm how much you love us, and I imagine that tear in you eye is to let me know that you are at peace.
Mom, I will share my thoughts of you today, and I will remind my dearest siblings and our loving family; that with them I am rich. When I am down, their love carries me, when they are ill, I will hold their hand as they have mine. I will comfort them, and support them without prejudice, or judgment. I will always do what I can for each of them, as each of them has done for me.
We are your legacy. You worked all your life to accomplish this task, and to make your dream a dynasty. You died in peace, confident that that your plan would work. Mom you gave us each other to lean on, embrace, and to nourish. A tradition that we will pass on to our children, grandchildren, and great-grand children.
Billy, Sissy, Char-Char, MoMo and Dave; I guess I am the “sad child”, and have been for a longtime. You need to know that things will get better because I am loved by each of you, and with that nothing can keep me down. With your arms around me, I will be okay, and I want you to know now that those were my last words to Mom. “Rest in peace now Mom, I’ll be okay”.
Mama, I will see you in my dreams.
DAVID CASSESE
November 4, 2005
Momma, Sheri last entry desires the attention of all of us. A mom is the ray of light as Sandy is to Sheri, you are to us. Help Sissy, help all seeking your wisdom, your love and to get Brenda a new roof.
Momma,
Sheri never asked me for anything, shes always a family person. I am so proud of her as you always were since she started banging your piano notes. All those years ago.
I don't like to ask for anything or be felt sorry for, but sometimes I can't hide my broken heart.
We love you. Momma
David
Sheryl Rabinowitz
November 3, 2005
My Dearest GrandMother,
Please help my Mom.
Sheri
DAVID CASSESE
November 2, 2005
Hey Mom. I never thought that just reading everyone's elses thouhghts would make missing you the same, I love to hear how everyone misses you. This confirms my broken heart is shared with our family. Your our ray of light. Momma
Missing you terribly
David
Sissy Trapanese
November 1, 2005
Momma,
It's November 1st, Sadie Hawkins Day. I remember you would act as if you were from the South on this day and pretend you were going to ask som body to marra ya. Momma, I miss those times when you were acting, your charm and your smile would always appear in the happy people you were having fun playing. Momma, This is a very hard time of my life now, Momma, every day is so hard to pass through. We all try to help keep each other in a safe place but there is no one we have to turn to like you, My Sweet Momma. I Love you,
Sissy
Mamma I miss you
October 21, 2005
Brenda Leah Honey Lawrence
October 18, 2005
Mama,
Will the sorrow ever go away? Will my tears always overshadow my joy, and silence the memory of my beautiful smile? Depression seems to be my most visited friend these days. I miss you, and I miss you with all my soul.
Maureen Capelli
October 17, 2005
Mommy,
I love you so much! I know you're with me everyday.
Thank you, Mom...stay with me.
Love "Little MoMo"
Sheri Rabinowitz
October 3, 2005
Yo G!
Boy, how I wish that I could actually say that to you over the phone. I miss you so incredibly much. You were always someone with whom I could get excellent advice from and someone that I could have the deepest conversations about the meaning of life with, without worrying about what the other person thought. My mom was sick for a while this summer. I know that you helped her out! All of YOUR children gathered around to help and support her. People drove very far to visit several times without ever muttering a word of inconveinence. She is getting better slowly but surely.
My kids are growing unbelieveably fast. You always said that David looked "Ivy League" I hope that you see him now, he is turning into a young man as I write this note. Jason is tough and playing football. He had an interception last week. He blocks like crazy and he is one of the smallest guys on the team(youngest too.) He is in the TAG program (Talented and Gifted) at school. David has a new girlfriend!!!!!!!!!! I am crazy at school! Miss you without end, would give anything to see you at this piano right now!!! Keep up the good work of guiding this family through all that we face! Love you to the sky!
Sheri
David Cassese
October 2, 2005
Momma, again I will take the state test, but this time for a higher career move. You stood by me during my last test That is why I passed. You always believed in me and I passed because of your words. I am looking forward to passing this next test also. I miss you momma, More than Billy.
Brendala
October 1, 2005
Mama,
"When you're weary...fellin small, when tears are in your eyes I will dry them all. I'm on your side oh when times get ruff, and pain is all around like a bridge over troubled waters I will lay me down"
I'm still here, and yet at another cross road. If you don't mind I could use a little sign to let me know your here. Please watch over me.
David Cassese
September 27, 2005
Momma, this year watching the Jets play Miami is much different and less exciting without you. My life is full of ways to work harder, think better. You always said I can. Now I do, because of you believed in me. Watch over us, it helps. Dean went and had a baby on 2 cousions day can you believe it? How are we gonna forget that day? Momma you are all of our hearts. Why we do things and how we do them. Thankyou for my life,
David
Maria L. Maynard
September 22, 2005
DEAR MICHELE;YOU KNOW HOW MUCH I MISS YOUR ENCHANTING VOICE AND PRESENCE THAT MADE EVERYONE FEEL BETTER NO MATTER HOW BAD THE DAY WAS. I'VE SEEN BRENDA AND SISSY AT THE STORE AND TO ME IT FEELS THAT YOU ARE THERE WITH THEM ;YOU LEFT A LEGACY OF LOVE THAT WILL ENDURE IN THE HEARTS OF ALL THE PEOPLE CLOSE TO YOU! . LOVE YOU; MARIAL.
Sissy Trapanese
September 5, 2005
Momma,
I'm starting to feel better now mommy, my pain is under control and some times I can walk on my own, without the cane. I also stated to drive.
Mommy I know you were guiding me and protecting me all through my illness and my days in the hospital. When I very sick and told my children that if I should die, I would be with you , My Momma. I wasn't afraid, the thought of being with you was so comforting. I told Sheri, and John John not to be sad that I would watch over them and protect them and everyone in our family.
Momma I know you were with me, protecting me and helping me recover from intensive care. You were there helping me get better and leave the hospital in a wheelchair.
Momma I remember when you were in the hospital a few days before you left us over a very long year ago. You said you were leaving us a gift of each other. Mommy, now we all are following in your footsteps trying to be like you.
Sheryl and Larry, John John and Trica, My Al, Billy and Patty, Char Char and Gary, Mo MO and Steve, David and Tracy, and Brenda and Marty took turns to be by my side helping me to get better, they lifted my spirits and made me feel secure.
I went home in a wheelchair then with their help I was able to stand with a walker and now I walk with a cane.
Everyone traveled so very far so many times to help me. My sisters and their husbands my brothers and their wives left their homes to help me with everyday activities that were so very difficult for me. They were patient and giving.
My Mommy I want to thank you for giving me my wonderful family, My sisters and their husbands, my brother and their wives, they are so kind and loving.
Mommy I love you so very much and mourn for you every day. My eyes are always so close to tear drops. You are always in my heart and my thoughts. I miss you so and I know you are here looking over me and eveyone in our family. Thank you Momma.
All my Love
Sissy
Steve Capelli
July 6, 2005
Hi Mommy:
Today, it is one year from the day that you physically left us, but be assured that your love and spiritual influence is with us all every day.
We all miss you, especially when we get together for celebrations like Sherri's graduation party and Rachel's graduation breakfast. You were always the center of attraction and the one who made us all feel welcome and important.
Mommy, you would be so proud of Mo-Mo, she has earned her real estate license and is working very hard to become an excellent salesperson. All of your children and grandchildren are doing very well in their chosen careers, retirement or school. You did a great job in motivating them to do well.
We love you Mommy, you will be in our hearts and minds forever!
Love,
Steve, Maureen, Rich, Emily, David, Kristy, Kyleigh, Matthew, Jason, Rachel and the Lance
momma you are our lives
April 13, 2005
David & Tracy Cassese
April 13, 2005
Momma,
Here's a story for you. When I tried to do something it was hard, when I looked at the stars, they were so far away. Since you left our lives, my life has open the closed doors, the stars are closer than I could ever imagine, and I feel you in my life everyday, we love who you were, who you are , and what you've done for us, we miss you momma
David & Tracy
Stephen Capelli
April 12, 2005
Hi Grandmom Cassese:
My Grandpop Capelli was so embarassed that he did not sign my name to his note to you that he is helping me with this.
We all miss you very much and I want to tell you about my new brother and your latest great grandchild, Matthew David Capobianco. Matthew was born at 8:55 a.m. on Thursday, April 7, 2005 in Peninsula Regional Medical Center. He weighed seven pounds and five ounces, was 20 inches long, with blond hair and blue eyes. He is also very pink and I love to hold him. I think it is such fun to have a baby brother and I try to help my Mommy because her belly hurts a little after her surgery.
Mommy and Matthew came home on Saturday and Grandmom and Grandpop Capelli have taken me out to the "play mall" and to Grandpop's college to a fair. I got a Dora book and jumped in a big bounce pit. We had so much fun that Grandpop fell asleep when we went home.
I know that you would love my brother Matthew David as much as I do!
Love,
Kyleigh Tanz Capobianco
Hunter Dyche
March 16, 2005
Grandma Gigi,
I am going to have a new brother or sister and wanted to tell you. I am excited that I will have someone to play with. I see your picture everyday and somtimes carry it around the house and show mama, dada and kicat. I can talk now too u know! I say things like moo, meow, ruff ruff, and hoo hoo. I like animals, there fun. It's been awhile since you sang "the doggy in the window song for me", but I will always remember how I used to laugh when you sang that song. I'm a big boy now and mama and dada are very sad that you do not come to visit. Ok, I have to go watch the wiggles now, so I love you and we miss you.
Love,
Hunter, Dada, Mama and kicat
Steve Capelli
March 12, 2005
Hi Mommy:
We all miss you very much, but know that you would want us to be happy and enjoy our lives. We are trying, but the lack of your loving arms, positive attitude and encouragement can be unbearable at times.
I have your smiling face in my office where I can see it from my desk. It is the picture of you, Mo-Mo and me taken at the "Grand" opening of WalMart when we were down to see you last June. You had one of your best smiles in that picture and it warms my heart everytime I look up from my work. We also have the painting of you when you were a beautiful young women in our recreation room at our home. Mommy, your external beauty was only exceeded by your inner beauty! Mommy, do you remember how we used to watch television in your bedroom? You would watch from the bed and I would watch from the recliner. I don't think that either of us ever finished watching a show without falling asleep! Well, Mommy, I have your recliner in our bedroom and I often sit in it to watch a show or sports program that Mo-Mo is not interested in and before too long I am fast asleep comforted by your loving arms. You are truly my Mommy forever.
Mo-Mo's health is better, Rich and Emily are enjoying married life, David and Kristy will have their second child on April 7th, Jason is playing baseball in college and Rachel is doing well in school and working in a restaurant. We all remember your very special visits to our home and how much we all enjoyed having you here. I especially miss all the special dinners that you cooked for me and the long talks that we had after dinner. The other day I got tears in my eyes in the grocery store when I passed the York Mints when I remembered buying them for you on your visits. Even the great memories sometimes reminds us of your absence, but be assured that the lessons you taught us and the joy that brought us will live with us forever.
We love you, Mommy.
Steve, Mo-Mo, Rich, Emily, David, Kristy, Jason, Rachel and, of course, Lancelot
Sissy Trapanese
March 6, 2005
Mommy,
It has been seven very long and lonely months without you. Mommy, Please come home now, and give me a hug. Just a small loving hug. I would like to know you are looking after all of us and are happy that we are yours. As time goes by our family is growing, and we will have more of us to hug. We all miss you being in our daily lives.
Mommy.The gigantic whole in my heart is not able to be patched at this time. I don't know how to mend it either. without you.
Mommy, I miss your wonderful smile and the twinkle in your beautiful green eyes that would let me know everything is O.K.
Mommy, I miss how you would make everyone happy and lighten their hearts a little with your kind words. Mommy, it would be so heartfelt if I could hear your kind words, and you would lighten my heart. too.
Mommy, I would like to hear your words of wisdom in my life's everyday choices. I really miss us being together, laughing and crying and reading greeting cards. I really miss hearing your voice on the phone telling me to switch the channel to watch what you find so interesting. I really miss my mom and my friend.
Mommy, I just really miss you in my life and I really need your HUG.
I Love you,
Sissy
John-John Chadwick
February 24, 2005
Here is poem I wrote for our beloved Grandma. Please feel free to add to it. It was written on the way down to Gram's funeral. Gram we miss you and continue to love you more everyday.
POEM:
Gram you touch us all in so many ways. We come to pay our respects today. Throughout your life, you were stern and kind. You kept your pormise of never leaving your family behind.
You greeted each day and everyone with a smile and a kind word. Now, You will be able to see us all and guide our ways. We will miss you dearly with each passing day.
I will always remember the lessons you taught and the kind heart and soul you will always be. We are all blessed to have had you in our lives. I will keep your memory and spirit alive in us all.
We appreciate all you ever did for us all and I especially will remember our talk. I will succeed in the advice and lessons you gave with you above leading the way.
I count the blessings of my wife and daughter having had time with you. Your name sake will guide her through life. We will teach her right and wrong and the power of music and song.
Amanda heard your piano playing and got to be in your arms too. We will share your pictures and teach her of you. SHe is a precious gift as you were to us all. You as our Gram/Mother/Friend will enable us to have pride in who we are and always stand tall.
You will always live on with each passing day. You should look down with joy and your family. We will go forth with love for each other. The way you would envision us to do. We will always smile weh we reach for you.. We love you Gram.
Take these words for what they are. Grandma was very special and a unique person. We all have her inside us and we should do our best to remain close and love each other for who we are because that is what Grandma wouuld expect and cherish. I love you all and I miss gram very much and will hold her in my heart for always. Mom, my family and I are always here for you and that goes for all of our family.
Love,
John- John, Tricia and Amanda
Brenda Lawrence
February 11, 2005
Mom,
I'm sick without you. It's like a dream that your gone, and now it's time for me to wake up, wake up and hold your hand again. Where are you? I need to take you shopping in the mall. I exchanged your pain for mine, and I'm afraid I can't take too much sorrow anymore. Mom, I'm so sad, and need to hear your tender words of encouragement. Mom, I miss you. Mom, you are my hero, and I'm calling for you now. Where are you? Mom, please I need you, please hear me! Mama, I need your help, your love, and the peace your wisdom has always given me.
Mama, I'm sick without you. Come be with me Mama. Please Mom come and stay by my side.
DAVID CASSESE
January 22, 2005
Mom, our loss had been great, together our family lost our leader, nobody understands why our family is so close, nobody understands why we live with you in our hearts and in our ways, I wear a memorial of you on my arm and everyday I look at it, some days I kiss it my tatoo, its like kissing you mom. Everyday I hear our loss in Billy, Sissy, Chars, Maureen, and Brenda voice, We will all be with each other again someday some sooner than others. I find myself lost some days and I fight to be strong. Its made me hard and better, I have to hold your words in my heart to live through everyday, I miss you momma :-(
David
Brenda-Leah
January 22, 2005
Mama,
It only seems like yesterday, when I kissed you good-bye. Often, I feel your presence, like none before. Some of us are very angry, now that you are gone, and I'm not so sure that the clain will ever be the same. But you should know, that I kept my promise that I made to you. I vowed to let you go, and move forward in life. I promised to smile each, and everyday, but can not hide the tears that roll down my face, nor do I want to. My pain is real, and there is no shame in crying. You were my guiding light, my hope of sunshine, and my hero. Without you, life is truly harder, you made "problems" go away. With you I found peace. Stay close to me, because my heart is very heavy, and my life is very difficult without you. Like a bridge over trouble waters, I will lay me down.
All my love, from here to eternity. Hug my Ashley for me,
Whatever my name is
sissy Trapanese
January 21, 2005
Dear Mom,
It is a New Year, so much has changed, except how much I miss you. You not being here everyday is so very difficult for me. I called you again today to here your sweet voice. I found a tape of you speaking to Gena when she was a little girl and now she is almost 20. It is so comforting to be able to see you on dvd and to here your voice. We were together for the girls weekend a few days ago and all of us watched you recite "A Letter To My Children" I love you so much, Mom, Love Sissy
Sheryl Rabinowitz
September 12, 2004
My Dear Grandmother,
How I miss you so!!! I reach to call you and know that I can not. There are so many things that I want to share with you. The kids are playing football, David's school was mentioned in the NY Times, I started teaching on Friday! So many things that I wish that you could know, and then the wonderment of the possibility of your knowing these things already. Could it be possible? I wish that I could know. What I do know is that you are missed each and every day and by many, many people. If Goodness is measured by the lives that we touch here on earth, then you must have been the greatest being who ever lived! Your piano sounds lovely in my home and I feel you near me when I play. I will teach the children and my niece how to play in your honor. Until we meet again, Grandmother, know how much I love you and how blessed I was to have you to call Grandma!
Love,
Sheri
Debbie LaFemina-O'Connor
September 9, 2004
Incredible how you touched so many lives in such a loving way - reading this book, sends chills up my spine as well as tears down my face - you surely will be missed. Although I have not had the privelage to see or speak to you in quite some time, my memories of you as a child were always warm and sweet... I can hear your soft spoken voice to this day. May God hold you very dear ...xo
Dean Dyche
September 3, 2004
Grandma,
We miss and love you with all my heart. Hunter is getting big and starting to talk now. I think he even says GG, trying to ask for you. Please overlook our family and friends and keep them safe during these tough time in Florida.
We love and miss you,
Dean, Sandy, and Hunter
Vicki-Jean Anderson
August 26, 2004
To my sweet and beautiful Michele,Even though you are not here with us today, I still needed to tell you "Happy Birthday"! I have called you every year for so many years it just is hurting me so much today that I couldn't talk to you. I miss you so much and I will always remember you today and always! "I LOVE YOU"! Vicki-Jean
Family of Tricia Chadwick ;Hewitt/Hewitt/Hamner
August 9, 2004
Michele left our family with many warm and precious memories. We feel blessed to have known Michele and to have shared many happy experiences with her as part of her "extended family". We now have her gracious, loving, wonderful spirit both to watch over us and to guide us -- until we meet again.
Kimberlee McBride
August 6, 2004
For Michele, my other mother, There are some people who come into your life and touch your heart in a way like no other. You were that person to me. My face would light up at just the sound of your voice, your laughter and your never-ending expressions of love. Your absence in my life is a void that will never be filled. I mourn not only for you, but for those left behind to carry on without you. I know you would not want us to continue to be sad and grieve for you, but for your memory to bring us the laughter and joy you always shared with everyone who was lucky enough to have known you. May God provide each of us comfort in knowing you are never far away because you will forever remain in our hearts. "Friends, the orchestra of life--each contributing the most essential part; the song not complete unless each sound is present and heard, and then a silence until we meet again."
char
August 5, 2004
mommala,How can I feel so empty without you. I don't want you to be gone. I reach for the phone to call you and cry realizing it can't happen anymore. People say the pain gets better in time. But the time without you is forever. I hope that my children will love me as much as I loved you but I'll never be the kind of mother you were to us.. Your one in a billion.. My children are lucky to have had you for a grandma and I am very lucky ,to have been part of you.. I always appreciated you mom for all the love you shared with us,although I will always miss you,My thoughts will be filled with you everyday. Thank you for giving me life and loving me.
Allison Michele Dyche
August 3, 2004
I wake up everyday and still I feel like I have to call you...and the tears pour down my face. Even as I begin to write, I look through the window at this dark rainy afternoon and yet; I feel as if this is a reflection of my soul. Grandma, Before you passed you had said that you wanted to see me "Happy" but, I would give All of my happiness to have one more day with YOU. To laugh with you watching "friends", or even the 1hr. we spent in the card section @ "Wallmart". (Laugh)I really can't...(Smile)That's hard to. I just feel like part of my soul went with you. My heart is BROKEN. You always told me that I make everything and everyone around me Beautiful....How can I when all I feel is Despair. You,You Are the most Beautiful person/spirit this world will ever Know. "We will always have an Angel by our side". I miss you Grams "Our MICHELE"
All my love,
Leah-Michele Lawrence
July 27, 2004
.::A LETTER TO GRANDMA::.
What can I say, it’s so hard to say goodbye. How do you say goodbye to someone whose presence you still feel is in your heart and soul? Why do you have to say goodbye to someone, you aren’t ready to let go of? I can still feel you with me, but I can’t be with you anymore. I feel so empty without you now. I’m numb and my life feels like a big piece of it has been taken away from me entirely too soon. Each day I wakeup and try to realize the fact that you are gone, and I stop myself. I’m afraid it will hurt too much for me to bear. And so, like you I must be strong, not only for myself but also for my loved ones. Like strength, you've given me many qualities to help me through my struggles in life. I hold my head up high to be able to posses those qualities. I am so proud of you. You were a true soldier and in your legacy will always remain one. I love you more than all the stars in the sky and miss you more than all the grains of sand in the ocean.
And so my friend, I dare not say goodbye, but only I love you, because we will meet again.
I LOVE YOU my grandma, my Mitchell, my movie star, my friend.
Brenda Cassese Lawrence
July 27, 2004
Mama,
You will remain in my memory and my heart forever. I miss you far beyond any imagination and want you to always know how priviliged I am to have had you in my life, you were the most incredible person I've ever known. I'm grateful and I'm lucky because my strength comes from you, you were so brave. I'm proud to be your daughter. I am terribly saddened now that you are gone. You asked me when the time came would I please let you go and I did. I also let go of a part of the triangle that guided my thoughts, my life and my breath. I saw the purple fireworks the night I said good-bye to you, I heard "Bridge Over Trouble Waters" in the Carribean, and felt your presence since then, once or twice. Please protect me and my family and
stay by my side...I still need you
Sandi Trapanese
July 27, 2004
My Mom had the strengh of David, the wisdon of Solomen and a heart as big as Broadway. She was my friend, my mom. My heart now has a leak that will not heal. Mommy, I will forever have you in my thoughts and prayers. Mommy you told me that if we want to speak to you now, all we have to do is talk! I know you will be listening. You said in the hospital "Wherever we meet again there will be peace and tranquility, and G-d will watch over my children" Thank you mother of us for your guidence, protection and your love. I know you will always be visiting Billy, Char, Mo, David, Brenda and Me. I love you mommy. G-d Bless You.
Love, Sissy
Sheryl Rabinowitz
July 21, 2004
She was my Dearest GrandMother. She was my friend and an unbeliveably remarkable lady. She always knew how to make everyone feel better and strive to be his/her best. I miss her everyday and the reality of her passing has not truly set into my mind yet, I do not know if it ever will. She will be in my heart always.
Pamela Dudkiewicz
July 9, 2004
She had a great attitude and a great love for life. She will be missed.
Barbara Klare
July 8, 2004
Michele's optimism was contagious. She won't be forgotten.
My sympathy to the whole family.
Barbara Klare
Rick Klare
July 8, 2004
Michele Cassese
To me a second Mom that taught me many of life lessons
I will Miss Michele as I do my own Mother
My thoughts are with you
Eric Carlsen
July 8, 2004
She was always "Mrs. Cassese" to me, the wonderful mother of my friend David. I'll always remember her as a warm, open, compassionate lady who made everyone feel welcome. I'm blessed to have known her.
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