I miss her brilliance, warmth and sense of humor. I remember so fondly the way she giggled while making up name-question puns, like "Why does Pocahontas?", "What is Robert Browning, and how can Elizabeth Barrett?", "Who stepped on Harriet Beecher Stowe?" (I still try to come up with these!)

MIss you. So glad we had the chance to visit you in your home and see the perfect surroundings for you with the pool and the view of the lake and your dog. Who knew it would be the last time brother and sister would be together in this life? You added so much to everyone's life that you touched. Rest easy. Love.

Yes Mom, we miss you so keenly down here. And yet, you are still with us. Happy Birthday, Mommy. We love you so. We could not have asked for a better friend than you.

Dear, sweet Mom. It's still hard to think of you gone now these ten years. Happy birthday to you. I miss you so much. You were always such a good friend to me and a faithful, caring soul. It just hasn't been the same since you've gone. I hope you are in a joyful space because we miss you so keenly down here. Bless you Mom. I think of you all the time with gratitude and familiarity.

Every time I see a fruit tart I think of you and the one we shared with you......................................

Ten years, Mom. It seems like only yesterday, somehow the world without you slips through my fingers so swiftly. I've been thinking about you a lot lately. I'm grateful for all the warmth and love and familiarity we shared; you were a great Mom and I am so proud of the life you led and the kindness you showed me. I love you, Mom.

Mommy, ten years ago tonight we were together, laughing with Peter. The dog was acting so cute and crazy and we were giddy laughing. What a beautiful, happy memory you gave us. This sustains me.

Another year rolls by Mom and it has been a stunner. In some ways glad you missed the drama this time around although I would have loved to have had your counsel, though somehow I always felt your support. Happy Birthday and God bless you. From your loving son, Shaun-Evan.

Mommy, Happy Birthday. We still miss you so much, and yet, we feel you with us and remember the smiles--and your magnificent love.

Well, Mom, the years roll on down here. On the clearest days of vaulted blue and nights when the stars of Orion roll overhead I think of you with deep gratitude and abiding love. Bless you, Mom. My life ever so much sweeter for having been shared with yours. I love you and miss you.

Mommy, it has been nine long years ago since I could not wake you. We went to Costco with Peter that night and you made us laugh, then we came home and ate brownies, watched "Monk" and laughed some more. We were so happy that night--the night you left us. Thank you for that.

Remembering your smile...................................................

Mommy, we always had such a nice time with you on your birthday. We were all still beaming with Christmas, and you were full of smlles. I miss you terribly and hope you could somehow know that we love you so much, and forever. But you are probably riding the tail of a comet and on to a new adventure. I will look for you there.

Happy birthday, Mom. I've been thinking of you a lot lately. The world just isn't the same without you in it. My little dog we used to talk about all the time is gone now too but the birds are still singing everyday. I realise how blessed we were to have you in our lives and I still miss you very much. I love you, Mom.

Mom, I had another delightful dream of you recently; thinking of you always. It has taken me a long time to realise how deeply I cherished the years of love, support and security you selflessly provided to me; to all your kids. I was thinking just yesterday of your kitchen and how much I enjoyed being there with you through all our ages; from my tender childhood to not so very long ago at all. The world is nothing like how it was with you abiding in it. I treasure your memory and all the hugs we ever had; beloved and wise Mom. I miss you.

This is the official DD day to remember you and the spice you gave our lives....... Thank you

Mom, Shaun and I miss you so much, and remember you every day. I guess Daisy is with you now. Thank you for all you did to keep us safe. Your dear love is our life treasure.

Thinking of your today. Eight years May have come quickly but the memories will never fade away. I’m glad I had the chance to know you. Rest easy DD.

Happy birthday Mom.
Today's the day you said you'd "break even"
I wish you had, but then again I know you are resting without "butterflies"
I love you
And remember so much love from you.
Thank you for the Great Adventure.

Happy Birthday, Mom. Still thinking of you every day, seems like it will always be this way now. My little dog is gone now too; somehow she seemed a connection with you as we used to talk about her and your Daisy all the time. Hope you are in a blessed place; you wouldn't have liked this past year at all. Sad things are happening and in some ways I'm grateful you missed it. Be in peace and rest in my heart as always; from your loving son.

Every time I see a tart I think of you

Oh Mommy, I miss you. We remember so much and love you more each day. You are still in the truck with us, watching the world go by.

Remembering you, Dorothy, through the photos of so many of your life events - always accompanied with your smile. You enjoyed Apple Blossom so much - the porch, the pool, the lake - a perfect match for your last years.

You will always be my favorite person to share a fresh tart with.

Happy birthday, Mom. You would have been ninety-three this year, I guess. Been thinking about you a lot lately and grateful for your goodwill and grace. Peace be with you.

Happy Birthday Mommy!
We still hear you so clearly as we continue the Great Adventure.
And we miss you so very much.

Mommy, we think of you every day and the beautiful things you said and did for us. I'm going to stop by and see you and Jed today. We love you so very much, and always will remember the smiles....

Happy birthday, Mom. I miss you. I wish we could talk, just for a little while. I hope you are at peace and that your heart is full of love; mine is when I am thinking of you.
My sweet little dog is still with me; you never met her but we talked about her constantly. The way things are headed you will probably get to meet her some time in the next few years. I wish we had more time together. Your love abides in my heart and I love you in ways I never understood while you were still here. God bless you, Mom; thanks for everything.

Remembering Dorothy on her birthday. The photos show a life well lived and enjoyed - always with a smile. Happy birthday, Dorothy!

Another year, Mom, and losing you still feels raw. My little dog has grown quite old now, too; you always used to ask about her and we talked about her quite a bit. She is struggling to do her long walks but we still go every day, though the long walks are getting shorter and shorter we still take our time. You have to measure the cloth carefully when you get near the end of the roll.
I am surrounded by memories of you and I think of you all the time, almost every day at least once or twice. I so wish I could expect to hear your voice when I pick up the phone sometimes these days, even though your presence abides in me now in unexpected ways.
God bless you. I miss you a lot, Mom. Your love rests in my heart, as always.

We think about you every time I see tarts..........

Aunt Dorothy came to visit us in 1999. We remember how much fun our daughters had with her at the Henry Ford Museum. It was a great day!

Happy Birthday Mommy,
It's getting a little easier here as the years go on without you.
But still so hard at Christmas.
Your love goes on, and so does mine.
Thank you for everything. I hear you.

Working with Dorothy to find her ideal home on Kellner Pond was really a wonderful experience. It was great to help her fulfill her vision and to know her during those final years... but the time too short. Wishing the best and fond memories to all who knew and loved her.

Happy Birthday Grandma Didi! I miss you and dad a ton. Christmas is never the same now without you two. I loved spending the holidays at your house. Well anyways I hope you guys had a blessed holiday up in the skies and that you two spent it together. I love you. 90 and rocking in my heart!

Happy Birthday Mom.
Thanks for looking after us.
Your love continues to guide me while you rest.
I miss you so. The

Been feeling you a lot lately, Mom. Tomorrow would be your 90th birthday and I so wish we could spend that day together. Dear memories of you keep coming to me and I am so grateful for the lightness and grace of your love. Bless you and thanks; you are in my heart always. Happy birthday, Mom.

Mommy it was three long years ago that you stepped out so suddenly. I know you would have suffered to stay. So very tired. I'm still trying to get used to it, your voice so quiet. Keep talking' I can hear you. I love you so.

Mom, I miss you very much. I hope my eyes can see some light for you too, now, the way you always shared things with me. I spend a bit of time thinking about you quite often and in unexpected ways. A bit of Chopin or a beautiful sunset is where we meet these days, it seems. That is fine with me, Mom, and I'm grateful for your presence.

Life is all about love and yours filled my world in ways I am still only realising. God bless you and thanks for everything. Your love rests in my heart.

Happy Birthday share some cake with the angels........................

Happy birthday grandma didi. I love you.

Happy birthday Mom. I love you, as always--and miss you so very much. Thanks for everything. You sure stood by me,, and I see your face in everything beautiful.

"I will always remember Dorothy singing Ich Liebe Dich at Jack's and my wedding. I also remember her smile and the twinkle in her eye. We didn't see her as much as we would have liked, but always enjoyed our visits."

Mom it was your last night tonight two years ago. We had some tasty brownies and laughed about Mr. Monk on TV. Then you hugged me tight and said goodnight. Thank you for all you did for us. You were a wonderful Mom and I miss you so.

Thinking of you with much love.

Dear Dottie, I think of you often, still. Our cups of coffee with evaporated milk. I bought some recently and think of you each time I put some evaporated milk in my coffee. Bless you. Thank you for being my second Mom. Love, Steve

Mom, it was nice to sit with you at the cemetery. Jed's headstone will be ready next week. Sorry to say you will have the early company there. How nice that those geraniums are still blooming there. I miss you so much. The world is so different without you--my dear friend.

Enjoyed every visit with you .......... thank you and Happy Birthday.....

Happy Birthday Mom. We miss you every day.

Happy birthday, Mom, you will always be close to our hearts. We love you and miss you very much.