Louise Phipps Crandall, (1932 - 2013) - ForeverMissed.com Online Memorials

"Carpe Diem: Seize the Day" - Louise

81 years old
Born on July 7, 1932 in White Plains, New York, United States
Passed away on October 7, 2013 in Laguna Niguel, California, United States

This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Louise Crandall, 81, born on July 7, 1932 and moved on from this world on October 7, 2013. We will remember her forever. We encourage you to share your thoughts and photos!

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October 8, 2023

I thought of you so much, Mom, on the 7th and was, again, uplifted and inspired by the amazing person - and mom - you were. I miss you very much, but find comfort and joy in reflecting on you. I feel your presence when I go off adventuring, which is something I know you loved to do! Thank you for instilling that particular quality in me. Besides your intelligence, humor, beauty and creativity, you exemplified so many wonderful qualities; a joy for life, an incredible strength in hard situations, a deep caring for people and 100% devotion to loved ones, to name a few. I try to emulate those as well. I’m so honored to be your daughter and to have the privilege of carrying your legacy on. I love you so much, mom. Thank you for everything.
(I’ll keep on “Carpe diem”ing down here!)

October 8, 2023

Mom, I have been enjoying looking at Fall leaves in WA state and reminded how much you loved this season. Today is ten years since you left us and that much time doesn't seem possible. You are still in our thoughts and very much loved

July 8, 2023

Mom,
I hope you had a wonderful heavenly birthday yesterday. We think of you often and feel your amazing spirit and love all the time.
Thank you for everything.

July 7, 2023

Happy heavenly birthday mom. I know you soar with the angels but here you are surely still missed!

November 13, 2022

I was thinking of Louise this morning and what a lovely soul she was. We lost track of one another after my partner and I moved to the Central Coast but I always think of her when I pass a remembrance she gave us the last time we had lunch. Among other things it said, "Take time to enjoy friends, it is the source of happiness." Louise, you were truly a dear friend and we think of you often.

October 7, 2022

Thinking of you today, Mom, and missing you. Your amazing love is still with us and we find comfort in all the wonderful memories of moments shared with you.
Thank you for everything. ❤️

July 7, 2022

Happy Heavenly 90th Birthday, Mom.
Thinking of you today with huge love and sending you a huge hug and huge kiss. I have no doubt that were you here, you’d be wearing that banner saying “69 and holding”, beaming your gorgeous smile , eyes twinkling with joy and mischief.
However, I take joy in picturing you celebrating in Heaven with all our loved ones who went before you, in the presence of our beloved and most loving Lord.
God bless you, Mom, and thank you for EVERYTHING. You are ever cherished; fully alive in my heart, mind , soul and spirit.
Carpe Diem!

October 9, 2021

Feeling your love of family and friends, strength, joy of life and beautiful spirit as I reflect on the 8 years since your passing. I was at a pumpkin patch with a friend on October 7th and a lovely fall leaf floated down right next to me as I was thinking of you. A special gift. Thank you, Mom, for everything. We feel you with us always and are forever grateful for your love.

October 7, 2021

I found a beautiful fallen leaf yesterday and sensed your presence. It can’t possibly be eight years since your passing. The “tempus fugit” of advancing years you described becomes another shared experience. I am reminded of your devotion and loyalty, your joy and humor and most of all your love. Now in your timeless place with the Lord may he watch over and bless you always.

July 7, 2021

Happy birthday, Mom. I sure miss you on this, your 89th birthday. Your amazing spirit, love, tenacity, joy, beauty, creativity, fun, strength, compassion, work ethic, depth, intelligence, caring and can-do attitude live on in all of us who love you.
Feeling so very blessed to be your daughter. I hope I am carrying on even a portion of your remarkable legacy. Huge love shining up to the Heavens, where you reside with most glorious of angels. ❤️

October 7, 2020

Mom, those of us who have been touched by your love and your life will always remember. We love you back today and every day. Cheryl put it well - Carpe Diem!

October 7, 2020

Thinking of you so much, mom, and missing you but so grateful for your continued joyful, loving, supportive and strong presence in my life. The angels are so lucky to have you with them.
Now more than ever, I hear you saying “Carpe Diem“. I am. Xox

July 7, 2020

Thinking of you Mom, on your 88th birthday - and always! Wishing you restful peace and joy - love you!

July 7, 2020

Louise- You May be gone...but never forgotten...so lucky to have had you in my life ..forever in my heart.

July 7, 2020

Missing you today and always, Mom. Happy Birthday! So grateful you were born and that I was so blessed to be your daughter. I love you so much and thank you for EVERYTHING.

October 8, 2019

Mom, you’re in our hearts always and although we miss being with you, we are grateful to have so many rich and wonderful memories to cherish. You are alive in our hearts, minds, actions and words (...even vocabulary words)! Huge hug today and always.

October 7, 2019

Lulu, you're in our hearts and spirits every July 7 and October 7. Plus all the other days when we want to share a special moment, proclaim a new discovery or recall a happy memory. The days pass quickly but you are loved and remembered on each of them.

December 24, 2018

Thinking of you Mom, On Christmas Eve. Always such a special time in our lives - growing up with you.

Larry, Cheryl and I have great memories of all of us piling in the car in the wee hours of Christmas Eve morning, driving up Angeles Crest Hwy’s twisty roads, to make a campfire breakfast of hot coffee, with fried eggs and bacon (in Mimi’s cast iron skillet).

You always taught us to truly appreciate the important things in life - carpe diem! And Merry Christmas!!!

September 5, 2018

In about a month it will be five years since your passing. I have remembered and relived your last days many times - the overpowering feelings of wanting to help and feeling powerless, of letting you go and letting God take over. I have remembered countless wonderful younger days and adventures as well. Cheryl, Karen and I were indeed blessed to have had you as our mother, and you provided the foundation upon which we have been stable and successful individuals. Today I listened to Rachmaninoff's Second Symphony, and as I do each time I hear that moving work, I thought of you. I thank the Lord for keeping your gentle spirit safe, and thank you for the love and light you brought into this world.

October 11, 2017

Mom, I feel you so close all the time and I miss your full, radiant presence so much. I can’t believe you’ve been gone for four years now. I’m trying to do things down here that you’d be proud of...I’d SO love to see your smiling blue eyes one more time. Thank you for being the best mom and role model a girl could ever have.Your joyous heart, deep love, indomitable spirit and passion for life are always with me, guiding my way. Thank you, with all my heart, Cheryl

October 7, 2017

I've been thinking about you today and yesterday, the fourth year since your passing. You are missed and loved every day, and I am ever grateful to you. Xox mom - Lawrence

July 7, 2017

Mom, It's hard to believe another year has flown by and it's your birthday. It is a beautiful day today - just the kind of day that you would love! I think of you so often and know that you would want all of us here to think with JOY on all the wonderful memories we've shared. So I do. I honor the part of me that misses you and I smile and feel SO MUCH love from the memories of loving you - and BEING loved by you. Thank you - for everything. Love always, Cheryl

July 7, 2017

Another Birthday already! You would have turned 85 today. I have prayed many times that you would find the father you lost at a tender age, and I hope that you and he are together commemorating this most important of days for you both. Sending love to you as always, and I feel your love for me as always. Happy Birthday mom.

December 24, 2016

Missing you Mom, on Christmas Eve! Love you always- xoxo

October 7, 2016

Mom - thinking of you today, missing and loving you...
xox Karine

July 8, 2016

Love you so much, Mom, and thinking of you on your birthday. You have left such an amazing imprint on so many people's lives, and you are greatly missed.

July 7, 2016

Happy Birthday Mom!

July 7, 2016

Thinking of you, Mom, with so much love and appreciation. Happy Birthday and we feel your love always, just like you said we would. Xox Cheryl

October 8, 2015

Thinking of you, mom, today, with much love and appreciation. xox

October 7, 2015

Lulu shaped my family in more ways than I can fully put words to. Because of her nearby location, Lulu was the predominant grandparent figure in my life who demonstrated her special touch for hospitality, support (in many ways), fun and wisdom. Though in her final years she was afflicted by memory loss, Lulu never seemed to forget to remind me how proud of me she was for the small things in my life. Through her encouragement of others and appreciation for beauty all around, she was a living reminder that little, ordinary things in daily life can be magnificent. Her courageous, driven, and positive perspective on life was contagious to all those who knew her and is among the qualities that I am reminded of as I think about her today. Lulu - thank you for the ways you've influenced myself, my family, and all who were privileged enough to know you! Your life and spirit lives on around me.

July 8, 2015

Happy Birthday Mom! I think of you often and love you always!

July 7, 2015

Happy Birthday mom -

July 7, 2015

I love you, mom, and am thinking of you today, on your birthday. Thank you for everything. Xox

October 8, 2014

Dear Cheryl,
I just viewed all the wonderful photos of your mom and especially loved the one of her so young and beautiful in her wedding gown talking to her grandmother --- and I loved the one of your lovely family with her. She lives on in you and your children and I am certain she is beaming from heaven with love and pride. This is a beautiful tribute page you have set up and you are wonderful and loving daughter. The apple didn't fall far from the tree!
Thinking of you and sending love,
Laura (Howansky) Brugnoni

October 8, 2014

Mom, Thank you for being the best mom in the world. Thank you for your love and devotion to our family and to your friends. You still inspire me and, I'm sure, many others. I miss you so much, but I feel you with me all the time, just like you said I would and I still see you sitting in the front row whenever I sing. I'm giving you a huge mental hug, until we meet again. xox Your little bird

October 7, 2014

Dearest mom, you passed one year ago to this very hour. I still deeply miss you. I also celebrate your life and how many lives you touched in so many ways! Sending you love this day and always.

July 7, 2014

Happy Birthday, Mom. We are thinking of you today, with great love and appreciation. You are always in our hearts. xox forever

December 23, 2013

Dear Larry and family,

We are sadden to hear of Louise's passing, and want to offer our condolences to the entire Crandall family. I was fortunate to meet the entire Crandall family, and realized, years later, that she had a profound influence in all her children, and essentially everyone she knew. What an inspiration, full of life, love and happiness she always seemed to share with everyone. Thank you Louise, for inspiring those around you, and having a wonderful family. Our best, Michael/Margi Sarver

October 29, 2013

Hey Cuz, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your Mom was one of my Father's favorites. He had a special place in his heart for her. This is a lovely tribute to your Mom.
Love ya, Your Cuz in TN

October 19, 2013

Louise was always uplifting to those around her. She handled the challenges of life with courage, strength and grace. Louise did not shy away from difficult tasks but took them on without hesitation. She showed what belief and confidence can accomplish. Her great love for her family was mutual and we hold fast to her through the wonderful memories of that love.

October 19, 2013

I remember when I first met your mom-I was so impressed by her Grace and beauty! Although it was a short blip of time that we shared-I feel impelled to stay in touch with the wonderful children she raised. Larry, Cheryl and Karen-I cherish the time spent with you guys-you are all very special people and I know your Mom is who made you that way. Heaven got someone special!

October 18, 2013

Dear Lulu, I was truly blessed when you came into my life. The Light of the Lord shined in everything you did. You were a "Difference Maker",
an angel on earth who was more that a mentor, best friend and mother to me...you taught me how to laugh. I will treasure my memories and honor you in my heart forever. God bless you dear friend and love always.

October 18, 2013

Elegance, beauty, and such a loving heart shining through her eyes. Go with God, lovely lady.

October 17, 2013

Lulu, my favorite "money tree fairy" I've ever had! Always thinking of how you could brighten your friends' and family's day, I am so lucky to have experienced such an others-centered, loving, and sweet individual who I still experience daily through my mom. Thank you for shaping the life of our family just by being you! We love you!

October 16, 2013

I will always remember our day at Mission Viejo lake. It was a special day and celebration for my birthday as well as the first time Joeys parents and my parents met. We collected many leafs.. cherished memories. Lulu ur not physically here but ur in our hearts always... which is even more special. Heavens got a beautiful angel... Jessica

October 15, 2013

Louise was my mentor and close friend for 44 years.
She was an inspiration during our entire friendship.
Louise filled her world with light and love for all to share.
llegitimi non carborundum was one of her mantras. And she didn't.
What a GREAT LADY!
Louise will be missed and lovingly remembered.

October 14, 2013

Dearest Cheryl and Family,
"Louise was such a beautiful example of love and light to us all. On behalf of our entire spiritual community, please accept our most heartfelt sympathies. Our loving thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.Remember that we love and care about you."

October 14, 2013

Mom; your energy, spontaneity,dedication, and love for life inspired me as I was growing up. You taught me to never give up, to always strive to be the best I could be, to inspire the same in others. You taught me to be confident, and to take risks.You instilled in me a love of nature & family, thru our many camping trips & adventures. I wish you peace, and love you always and forever. xox

October 14, 2013

I will miss her smile and her way of cheering people up just by being there. My heart is sad.

October 14, 2013

The word that best describes Louise is "grace". She truly was a gracious lady. She had a smile for everyone she met. She took obstacles in stride and didn't let them shake her. She didn't complain even in furstrating circumstances, and she was always beautifully dressed. She was a happy person who enjoyed life wherever it took her. A brave and courageous woman, she'll be missed.

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Mom,
I hope you had a wonderful heavenly birthday yesterday. We think of you often and feel your amazing spirit and love all the time.
Thank you for everything.

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A fall leaf on October 7th. You are always with us, Mom, in loving memories.

Thinking of you today, Mom, and feeling your love, strength and joy for life with me everyday. xox

Lyn, mom, Doris and myself - a mighty foursome!

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Happy Birthday, Mom!

July 7, 2021

Thinking of you today, and missing you always!

July 7, 2018

Thinking of you today on your birthday, Mom, and recalling that statement you liked so much that Mimi said years ago...”Remember me as I was”. I am. Thank you for being the beautiful person you were, for the amazing mom you were, and for all the love and devotion you poured into us kids. I love you so much!

Music, Flowers and Mom

October 14, 2016

A memory today of a special time with Mom and Larry - singing Messiah together up at the Music Center one Christmas about 15 years ago (where we saw many shows and heard many symphonies growing up). It was hard for me to post anything on the 7th of this month, a little too close to the heart. But seeing this photo brings me back around to the wonderful, joyous times shared in all the 55 years I had with our incredible Mom.
I sang Messiah with a choir about 2 years ago, to honor Mom's memory and to capture the joy of learning and sharing that beautiful music with her. In fact, I always have and always will think of Mom when I sing. She was my greatest cheerleader and fan. I still feel her pride and see her glowing face whenever I perform, and the sweet flowers she would often bring me; her excitement in handing them to me. What a Mom.
I have a beautiful butterfly garden dedicated to her in my yard. I hope she loves those flowers and butterflies. I think it's time to go and sit there awhile.

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