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In Memory of Grace Oppliger
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commentsLeeAnn, Al, Sarah, John Zach and Familiy: My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mother, grandmother, and friend. Although, I never had the opportunity to meet Grace, I have had the opportunity to become friends with you and your family. In that friendship, I have been fortunate to listen to many family adventures and stories. Some of them are doozies if I do say so myself! Although, she is no longer with us, it is important to remember that a little bit of "Grace" lies within each of your hearts. Below is a poem I received, some time ago. I am unsure of the author, it did not appear on the card. May it bring peace to your hearts and comfort to your family. I Needed the Quiet I needed the quiet so He drew me aside Into the shadows where we could confide. Away from the bustle where all the day long I hurried and worried when active and strong. I needed the quiet tho first I rebelled. But gently, so gently, my cross He upheld And whispered so sweetly of spiritual things Tho weakened in body, my spirit took wings To heights never dreamed of when active and gay, He loved me so greatly He drew me away. I needed the quiet. No prison my bed, But a beautiful valley of blessings instead… A place to grow richer in Jesus to hide. I needed the quiet, so He drew me aside. May you find comfort with your friends, family, and God during this difficult time. Kind Regards - Deirdre Smith
commentsPatrice & Family, I am very sorry for you loss. Tony Fyfe
commentsFamily of Grace, I would like to extend my deepest sympathy on the loss of Grace. When I was assigned to St. Isidore's, (96-99), she was a great inspiration for myself and many other people. My prayers are with all of you. Rev. Michael D. Schmitz Pastor, St. John the Baptist Fordyce, NE
commentsBrian, Julie and Lyle, I was so saddened to hear of Grace's death. Please know I am thinking of you today and the days that follow after the death of someone so close. I didn't know Grace well but do remember the last time I saw her was on the 4th of July, at where else the cabin. I remember her walking down to the boathouse to see what was going on. Maybe to see what Brian was up to now. I am thinking of you and your family and sending my prayers and thoughts your way. The days that follow can sometimes be the hardest. With sincere and heartfelt sympathy, Chris Chatman
commentsDearest Leeann and family, Joe and I are so saddened to hear about your mother's passing. I know this must be a very hard time for you and your family. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless!! The Warner's
commentsGracies Family Don't think we ever spoke of her without saying Gracie. What a wonderful women she was. A smile on her face always and time to stop and visit for awhile. Dick and I both say she still had alot of living to do and were so sorry to hear she had passed away. May God Bless you all and help you in this time of sorrow. Our sympathy to you all. Love D & B
commentsJulie, Brian and Lyle, So very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother, mother in law and grandmother. It is so hard to say good bye but know that she is in a peaceful place and she's watching over all her family. With Deepest Sympathies! God Bless Jason, Tara, Jamison and Korbe Urkoski
commentsDear Leann and family, we are so sorry to hear about your mother. It is hard to lose your parents no matter what age we are. I won't be able to come to either the rosary or the funeral. My feet have been dealing me a fit. But be assured that you and your family are in our thouoghts and prayers. With love in Christ, Patti and Tom Goodwater
commentsBrian, Julie, & Lyle So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother Brian. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. You have our deepest sympathy.
commentsWe are truly sorry to hear of Grace's passing... even though we didn't get to see her too often, she always seemed genuinely happy to see and visit with us. She will be truly missed! Love, the Brichacek's John-Kris-Evan-Katie-Shane-Kelli
commentsDear Patrice, I was saddened to hear about your mother. Ducan will be poorer due to her absence but heaven will be richer today because of her presence. Gracie was a great example of a loving mother. I will hold her in my heart forever. Sending you my love and strength Patrice please take care. Maria Thomas
commentsI just want to say a few things about my mom that made me proud to be her son. mom had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. she could ham it up and be plain old goofy.I guess the apple doesn,t fall far from the tree.The only time her humor was tampered was with the loss of a family member or good friend.Like colleen ebner,Irene kopetzky, Edna oppliger, I better stop because I could go on and on, and I don,t want to leave someone out.I want to thank her friends here today.Especially the ladies in her various clubs, birthday coffees, and people who took the time to call her just to talk. You meant the world to her, and she loved you all. I know that for sure. I had alot of special moments with mom, starting with the day I was born. I think I heard her say "It's about time you come out of there." She always gave me a bad time about how difficult a delivery I was. She said they had to page Dr. Lemke at a columbus high football game to come and deliver me. I think the most special moment was the day my little boy Lyle was born. I t was about a year after my dad passed away, and mom knew had bad we wanted kids. When I went to the waiting room to tell her the news, she stood up, gave me a big hug and said Walter would be proud. We had a good cry. Moms are our security blankets. No matter where we are or what we do we know they are there. Everyone knows how moms are the best cooks in the world. Except Lyle who would rather have pizza or a mcdonalds happy meal. I think just about everyone I know has told me how spoiled I was to have a noon cook. I can't argue. It was a good time to visit and rehash the day, not to mention the roast beef and fried chicken. Mom never talked bad about anyone. Not even some of my friends. If she knew half the stuff you made me do, she might have thought twice. It reminds me of one of her favorite stories and goes something like this- It was in my younger days and I was out a little late with the boys. I came home and went to bed. But a couple of my buddies forgot their cigarettes. in my car. They drove up to the farm with no lights on, parked on the road and walked up to my car. As soon as they opened the car door, mom turned the porch light on and opened the screen door. She said she heard them hollar, "She's got a gun" , as they were running away. But we know mom never had a gun. I think every time she saw young cubbie after that , she would remind him and they would laugh so hard she would be crying. In closing, I would just like to say that there are times when we take our family and friends for granted. But right now I can't put into words how greatful my sisters and I are for all of your support, prayers, and gifts of love that we have received. GOD bless you, and GOD bless mom. Thank you Brian
commentsBrian and Julie, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. I'd like to share a poem I wrote after my grandma Kosiba died in 1999: Taken Wing Though I am not here with you Trust that I have not gone far For I have simply taken wing I fly amongst the wispy clouds I soar above the land and sea I rest upon a place surreal A place where endless peace prevails A place where lasting love endures A place where we shall be rejoined A place for all eternity Trust that I have not gone far For I have simply taken wing
commentsBrian, Julie and Lyle, Sorry to hear of your loss. I know this must be a difficult thing for Lyle to understand, I know it would be for my boys. Know that we are thinking of you and keeping you all in our prayers. Weston hopes to be on the same baseball team with Lyle again this year. Dawn Olson
commentsPatrice - I was just on this website to send my condolences to the Feehan family, and saw that your mother had also passed away recently. I don't know if you will get this or not, but I just wanted you to know you will be in my prayers. I'm sure this is not an easy time for you. I only met your mother a couple of times, but she was a very bubbly lady and I liked her immediately. I'm sure she had something to do with your personality! Anyway, I will keep you and your family in my prayers and hope that the pain of her loss lessens with each day. Take care. KH. |
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