Jan. 15 1943 – Dec. 14, 2003

“Our Mother was the heart of our home.
Her presence was a comfort and strength.
She blessed our lives in so many ways
Through the selfless service she gave.
And as we remember the gifts of her life
All the ways she cared for our family
We honor her love and her sacrifice
A dedication that was clear for all to see.
As children we knew we could count on her
For she helped us all the time
From schoolwork, to making us Barbie-doll birthday cakes
And keeping us warm with those hats and Mittens she made.
Mother had a fun and creative mind,
And every single Holiday.
Her traditions lent a meaningful touch
For she determined to make these times special
Building memories for a family she loved
And we knew how very blessed we were
To have a Mother as wonderful as this..
More than a mother, she was our counselor
and friend who patiently listened and guided each of us. There is so much that our Mother meant to us. Only in our family can her true influence be known. For she loved us with all her soul. Throughout a lifetime Mother was truly the heart of our home!!

I love and miss you Mom
Your Daughter, Tammy