Memorial Flowers - My Dear Neighbor Harriet
My dear neighbor Harriet has been such a wonderful friend at some of the most difficult times for me. She too recently lost her amazing Mother Thelma, so we find ourselves sharing pictures, stories, and of course our pain and loss. We also share hopefulness and joy knowing that our Mothers go before us on a new journey - and perhaps might even come to know each other now - and perhaps have a few stories of their own to share about their willful (but wonderful - as only a Mother's love can filter) daughters. Thank you so much for your friendship and these lovely orchids. They are so blessed - like you!
Memorial Flowers - Luana and JC Garner-Cesario
Notices
Favorite Charity - Prairie Paws Animal Shelter
*** In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a memorial donation to one of Mom and Dad's favorite shelters - "Prairie Paws Animal Shelter" in Ottawa, Kansas: http://prairiepaws.org/honoriam-memorials/ ***
Prairie Paws Animal Shelter Inc. is a rural no-kill shelter that has served Ottawa and the surrounding counties for over 60 years. In that time, they have cared for countless lost, abandoned, stray or surrendered animals and promoted adoptions.
In 2010, they moved into a brand new facility located at: 3173 HWY K68 Ottawa, KS 66067 to better serve the community and the animals they care for. Prairie Paws Animal Shelter Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit so your donations are tax-deductible.
Faith Lutheran Church, Topeka, KS
Pastor Jacob Wampfler
Many thanks to Pastor Jacob "Jake" Wampfler for his ministry to our family during this difficult time. Over the years, he has made the time to come out and see our Mother on numerous occasions, pray with her, make himself available to our family at a moments notice, and was by her bedside in her final days. We are so grateful. Our most sincere thanks to Pastor Jake!
Memorial Flowers - Lu-Ann England
Memorial Flowers - Ontario, CA
The Crockett Klan
Marriage Notice
Family Through the Years (Cont.)
Family Through the Years (Cont.)
Family Through the Years (Cont.)
Family Through the Years (Cont.)
Family Through the Years (Cont.)
Daughter-in-Law, Antonia "Toni" Bishop-Kirui. There is SO much that can be said about our family's angel Toni. She meant the world to Mother Ruth and Father Francis in their elder years, and was their constant loving companion during their last years here on earth. Much more a cherished daughter than a daughter-in-law,
Family Through the Years (Cont.)
Family Through the Years (Cont.)
Family Through the Years (Cont.)
Family Through the Years (Cont.)
Family Through the Years (Cont.)
Family Through the Years - In Laws and Out Laws
Family Through the Years (Cont.)
Family Through the Years
Married Family Life - Stew and Reta Jane
Married Family Life - Family Portrait
Married Family Life - Children (cont.)
Married Family Life - Children (cont.)
Married Family Life - Family Friends - The Schmidts
Married Family Life - Early Family Portrait
Married Family Life - Children (cont.)
Married Family Life - Children (cont.)
Married Family Life - Children
Married Family Life - Next Comes Baby
Early Marriage - Camping in Colorado, Pt. 2
Early married life: Mom and Dad camping in Colorado.
Side note: Prior to getting married, Mom spent many of her summers during college in Colorado with Aunt Vel. They would ride the train to Denver, find an apartment and a job for the summer - and spend their time having such fun. This was a very fond memory for her.
Early Marriage - Camping in Colorado
Wedding - Honey Moon in Lake of the Ozarks
Wedding - Wedding Cake and Friends
Wedding - Family Portrait (extended)
Wedding - Family Portrait
Wedding - Ruth and Francis
College Years - Mom and Dad Dating
Mom and Dad Dating - On the Family Farm
Mom and Dad Dating - Olen's Wedding
College Life - Mom and Dad Dating
Picture of our Father Francis with Elderly Neighbor
College Life - Ruth Meets Francis
Mom met a dashing young man named Francis while attending college. Dad Francis was from Andover, New Brunswick, Canada and was brought down to Missouri by his elder brother Charles.
It was practically love at first sight for her. One of the stories that she told was being taken on a plane ride by Dad on their first date. One of Dad's passions was flying, and he got his pilot’s license at a very young age.
Pilot’s license