We have heard about Auntie Anne’s death yesterday,
We are very sad about that, because Auntie Anne was such a special person,
she understood the feelings of people and was a loving person as well.
I was happy to see her two months ago because she always loved to see me play the piano
and when Dad and I visited her. I loved visiting her as well; it was always great to visit her, to talk with her
and to hear her stories. She was like an own part of the family, which was a good thing and a sad thing.
I always had the feeling she knew how to help other people, but the last couple years she couldn’t help herself.
Our amily always loved Auntie Anne a lot; they talked jiddisch with her and always were happy to hear from her.
The death of Auntie Anne is a loss of a very special person.
May Auntie Anne rest in a better place.
DAD WAS BLESSED TO HAVE YOU AS HIS LOVING COMPANION FOR ALL THOSE YEARS. BUTCH AND I WERE BLESSED JUST KNOWING THAT DAD HAD FOUND SOMEONE HE COULD LOVE AND LIVE OUT THE REST OF HIS LIFE WITH. IT GOES WITHOUT SAYING THAT JEFF AND MICHELLE LOVED AND CHERISHED THEIR GRANDMOTHER FOR ALL THOSE YEARS HERE AND IN LAS VEGAS. THE POEMS AND LETTERS BROUGHT COMFORT FROM A LOVING GRANDMOTHER NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN......
My wonderful sister is gone and I miss her already. She was my link to a father I never knew and a Mother whom we both cherished. Annie was a gentle soul without an enemy in the world. She had a certain flair to be able to see inside a person`s soul and react to the needs of that person. Her feelings were most often expressed through her written words. Whether it be a long, detailed poem or just a sentence or two written on the bottom of a Hallmark card - she knew how to make you feel better. Everyone I know saved her messages and written thoughts. There are boxes of her poems in folks` drawers along with the greeting cards which noone wants to throw out since they contain beautiful "Annieisms". With modern technology our Annie`s words are out there floating in cyberspace for thousands to read. Her penmanship was flawless and in these days of e greeting cards, it was always a thrill to open an envelope with Annie`s return address because the contents surely would be something poignant, funny or just sweetness to read. Goodbye my only sibling. I will miss you forever until we meet again. Say hello to everyone up there for me.
It was great to get to know such a sweet and loving woman. I know she will be missed by all.
Sweet, precious Mommela, It was about 7:00 a.m. on July 27, 1975, and you stepped off the Greyhound bus in downtown Detroit with your red hair and little 8-year-old Bobby beside you. This was the day I was marrying your daughter, Sharon, and I was meeting you for the first time. I was more than a little nervous, but you immediately set my heart at ease with your infectious joy, warm heart and unconditional love. It quickly became clear that it didn`t matter to you that I wasn`t a Jewish doctor or lawyer, or that I had attended Catholic school most of my life. We loved each other from that moment forward. Thank you for giving me your first-born child, Sharon, and for infusing in her the same love, compassion and empathy you possessed in such large quantities. For nearly 33 years, Sharon has poured that love into me, our beautiful children and precious grandchildren, our church family, our friends, and thousands more in places like China, Haiti, Hong Kong, South Africa and the streets of Detroit. Mom, you truly leave a Legacy of Love. You have touched countless lives with your open heart and mind, and I honor you for that. But I really want to thank you for touching MY life. I love you and will see you again soon. Come greet me at The Pearly Gates when it`s time. Your Denkala
Dear Mady, very sorry to hear this news ... Keith and I send heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
I surely enjoyed meeting your Mom that day ... she showed us the pretty jewelry, do you remember? So sweet to me, even tho I was a stranger ... she meant the world to you all, I know.
This quote came to me yesterday and I think I am to pass it onto you.
Mom........... How comforting it is to utter your name. I feel you right by my side, as always. You already know that I will live each of life`s moments with you on my heart. Crazy as it sounds to most, I will pray and ask the Lord if you can catch a glimpse of Sarah`s baby girl, expected in just a few weeks now. Her birth into this world will remind us of the blessing of life and that Grandma Anne`s legacy of love will be passed on to her, too. You, mom, are our treasure beyond earthly worth. The thousands (maybe millions) of memories you created for us will keep us all close. I rejoice with you now, mama, as you behold Him face to face. All my love, Sherkala
Grandma Anne was a grandmother that all grandchildren should have. When she lived in Chicago, she`d make her yearly trips by Amtrak to see us in Detroit. We`d wait for her at the train station with great expectation, itching for one of her big hugs and many kisses. When she moved to Las Vegas, her communication with us never skipped a beat; she was the best at sending birthday cards, graduation cards, letters, poems and calling us. When I was out at sea for two years, she sent me regular letters of love and encouragement, as she also did during the past 8 years of my global wnaderings. Wherever in the world I was, there Grandma Anne was with me. I`ll miss writing back-and-forth with her. I`ll miss the frequent phone calls with her, hearing her sweet and loving voice. I`ll cherish every moment with her, every word of wisdom she gave me, every hug and kiss, every word of love. Grandma Anne, I love you and you will always be with me wherver I go.
We will miss her dearly and our thoughts and prayers are with her and family. May she rest peacefully.
Mom.... As I went out to breakfast today, I went to call you but you were not there. It really hit me hard that we wont be able to share the day that you and I so much enjoyed doing. Even though I was oftern in travel and didnt get to see you as much as I would have liked, I enjoyed hearing your kind and gentle voice, as it often brought me peace in times of distress. I owe you so much. My business sense, my honesty, my morals, my quick wit and writing ability. You gave me the tools to excel in life. You taught me so much. I will miss our conversations. I will miss you giving me advice on my personal life. I will miss you dearly. Love forever, Your youngest Son.
Anne was a wonderful and kind woman. It was special to sit and talk with her. Her daughter Mady and son-in-law Vince provided the first opportunity for me to meet Anne. I can`t help remembering the time we ate dinner at Mady`s and she was so full of life and experiences of Chicago. I know she will be missed by all. I know that I will miss her smiling face. G-d bless you Anne.
We did not see Annie often but the few times we did were very memorable. She was always so much fun to be around just because of her joyous and humorous personality. We knew her through her wonderful sister Beverly. Annie made a special effort to come to New Orleans for our wedding and we will never forget it. At least now, she is breathing the most precious air of our "heavenly father" and is at most comfort. Thank you Annie for all of your Las Vegas memories that you left to us.
I miss you already, my sweet, loving Grandma. Thank you for the wonderful memories I have such as when you were waiting to pick me up at my bus-stop after my first day of school and I worried you so when I wasn`t on the bus (I had gotten off the bus at the previous stop with a friend). From going with you to help sell your belts and buckles to enjoying many dinners with you and to seeing you there with my mother, pier-side, when my ship came back from a six-month deployment (what a surprise to see you there!)...thanks for them all. Also, thank you so much for always being there for me when I needed someone to talk to in times of need. You always had such wonderful advice and words of encouragement. You will always have a special place in my heart, Grandma. I love you.
I will always remember the first time that i met you, i was so nervous to meet the family but i inmediately saw the pretty and sweet lady, making me feel like a member of the family. Also the first time we went out(mady,you and i), we went to the movies and we had a wonderful day. You were always very sweet and i feel such love for you. You are like the grandmother i never had. You will be in my heart forever. With love, Laura.
I was saddened to hear that Aunt Anne had passed away. The past several days I had fond memories of the good times we had. Anne never liked the buffet - and I loved them. She liked meeting at the Deli. I'd pick out keno cards to play while we ate and talked and laughed. Anne was a beautiful, spirited, fun loving Bingo player who had written so many poems. Many times she'd send a copy of her articles. I was so happy and proud to be her niece. I'll always remember her.
The news has shocked us and our thoughts are with you and the family as you all travel to Anne's hometown this week. Please pass on our condolences to everyone. Love, your family in Germany.
I knew Anne by ear. The more I heard about her, the more I liked her. Wish I could have had the chance to know her personally, but I know her sister Bev and her precious neice Sue and love those people. She definitely came from "good" stock.
My Unique Auntie, You made such an impact on everyone fortunate enough to have you touch their lives. I will miss your humor, the way I could talk to you about anything, the fun times we shared, and our mutual interest in the world around us. Boy would you have fun with this story about the New York governor! There is no way to write enough words about they ways you enhanced my life. You will be with me forever, auntie. Your own Suki.
Mother, you have always been so dear to me. I thank God for blessing me with such a loving, caring and devoted mother. A part of you lives in me and always will. We were so close and part of each others daily life. Even now, I sense you near and I feel the love between us. Mother, you are precious. Your sparkly personality and genuine concern for others made this world a better place to live, and we all celebrate your life. I miss you and will forever hold beautiful memories of my sweet mom in my heart and soul. Take comfort mom, in the loving arms of the Lord, and I will see you again, in Heaven. Your loving daughter, Madeline.
I was, along with my Mom and family, born and raised in Chicago and the 'burbs. We who knew her will all miss the love and laughter and life's teachings that she left us all, please keep her angelic spirit in your prayers. Her eldest son, Jeffrey.
We’re sorry to learn of Annie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and her family. Ann’s poetry is inspiring and meaningful.
Dear Grandma Anne, How could I ever forget you? When I was a little girl, you were who I looked forward to. When is Grandma coming to Detroit? When can we take the train to see Grandma? It was such a treat whenever I could spend time with you, going to your cozy Chicago apartment with the red door and traveling in your ultimate station wagon with the blue vinyl seats. You always uplifted and encouraged me, and gave me hope throughout my lengthy education process. You were the only person I could ever feel 100% comfortable with telling anything to. If I ever had a problem or just wanted to vent, I had you on the other line. I always looked forward to reading your letters, I just knew when I opened them there would be a poem hiding inside, full of uplifting rhymes to cheer up my day. Oh, and how could I forget, you were the inventor of the famous phrase, "eat, eat, eat" (among numerous other 3-word phrases). You welcomed George into the family and it meant everything to me when you flew in for our wedding; thank you for making that and many other times so special. You wrote wonderful things about Elliot, not to mention sending name ideas for both babies, maybe I will just have to use one of those this time around. Hmmm... Georgia, or Arly-Anne? I know you can see both of them now, I know you`re in a wonderful place, and I know that I love you... our Grandma Anne Love always, Sarkala
I just received the very sad news of Anne passing. Joyce and I express to you and her entire family our deepest sympathies.
It's been a very long time, but I have very sweet memories of Anne. We send our love at this very sad time.
Very sorry to learn of Anne's passing. She was always a pleasure to be with.
I was so saddened to hear about Ann’s passing. I hadn’t seen her in a number of years, but can remember fondly times we all spent together.
Early, early on at your apartment off Division where we played in the back yard or in the park.
Or at the Bubbie and Zaydie’s house on 13th St. where we would swing around those tall columns in the living room or when we sat 20 people in the small dining room for Passover.
She had an unbelievable talent for poetry and always had a smile.
I really enjoyed reading the compilation of her poems. It brought a tear to my eye.
Tell her kids, although I am sure they realize it, that she was one in a million – always with a smile in her eyes and a poem on her lips.
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