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Richard Davis lit a candle
Saturday, December 5, 2020
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Hi Cousins,
So sorry to hear that your mom has passed from this world to eternity. She was one of my favorite Aunts and also by far the funniest. I never had better laughs and times each time we visited you in Cranford many years ago. I will always cherish those moments and laugh a little more when I think of them. It is sad that we have lost touch over time and it seems as though tragedy is what brings back some semblance of communication again. 2020 has been a memorable year for all the wrong reasons for many, myself included.
Stay safe, stay healthy, and I hope we can get together someday in the future, even a family reunion maybe.
With Deepest Condolences
And Much Love
your cousin
Rick Davis
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Jeanne Posted Dec 11, 2020 at 7:45 AM
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Cathy Betz posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
From Evie's lifelong friend, Ginny:
Ev was such a big part of my life. We were kids when we first met. I was ten years old and Ev a year older. We used to roller skate in the street together so long ago, we were that young. We promised we would be maid of honor for each other when we got married; all those “kid things.” A lot of precious memories I cherish. We had many happy chats through the years which we both enjoyed. We all loved her wit.
I know Ev would be so pleased that Nicole took part with the eulogy. She was so proud of her and delighted in telling me of her accomplishments. Years ago my grandson, Nicholas, and your Nicole met and played at Ev’s when they both were tots, which gave Ev and me much pleasure. We both jokingly did a lot of speculating!
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Joyce Kesse posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Beautiful eulogy for beautiful loving Aunt Evie❤️ Am so sorry for your loss. Memories to be treasured, I’ve many fond ones of gatherings at your home. Love & Peace to all! Joyce and Drew Kesse
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Nicole and Cathy Betz lit a candle
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
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Below is the eulogy for Evelyn Gillich, written by her daughter Cathy Betz and her granddaughter Nicole Betz. Delivered at her burial service by Nicole.
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We are here today to pay tribute to our family’s wonderful matriarch, Evelyn Gillich. I am Nicole, her eldest grandchild, and I wanted to share a few pieces of love and memories from members of my family.
My Grandma Evie was a great Mom, wife, and Grandmother.
Grandma was married to Pop-Pop for nearly 67 years. When they met, she said that Grandpa was the most handsome man that she had ever met. They cared for each other deeply for the entirety of their marriage and took good care of one another.
She loved all her children equally and adored her grandchildren as well. She always kept everything even between the four siblings and her grandkids. As an adult, she often asked if she had been a good mom, and my mom Cathy would always assure her that she was, and that her children all turned out great.
When my mom was growing up, they didn’t go on many vacations, except for an occasional trip down the shore. They had Sunday drives where most times they didn’t find the intended destination, and which usually ended up with Grandma getting carsick. Grandma did go on a few memorable trips after her children grew up, including a trip to the United Kingdom to visit her daughter Cathy—Grandma and Pop-Pop went to England and Scotland. She said it was the best vacation ever. She also enjoyed visiting her daughter Evie in Florida.
Grandma Evie loved garage sales and coming home with unusual finds. She would plan out a few different garage sales to hit in one day and liked driving around to see if she could find any others. I know that she was disheartened when she could no longer make those outings later in life.
She was an excellent cook and made dishes from her husband John’s family, like Hungarian Goulash and Chicken Paprikash. She was also famous for her chicken pot pie as well as her orange cake and pistachio cake. Grandma of course loved sweets, especially KitKats and cookies. She always asked me to send her fewer baked goods in my care packages, though, because she had no willpower when it came to sweets. Even at 93 she was watching her weight!
She spent a lot of time ironing her family’s clothes. A lot of time, to make sure that they were properly wrinkle-free. She was very particular about her clothes and was probably the best-dressed resident at Merry Heart. She continued to observe the old-fashioned rule that you shouldn’t wear white after Labor Day. She also kept a very tidy house, even at Merry Heart. She enjoyed redecorating and refreshing her home.
Grandma was the best gift recipient. Sometimes gifts would bring tears to her eyes, because she loved everything she received so much, and she would cry out with affection when she was given a gift. Her reactions made us feel cherished and like we nailed her present. Until two days later when she would ask if we could return it.
My grandma was the first person to hold me when I was born. My mom was exhausted from labor. Eager to meet her first grandchild, my grandma stepped up to the plate exclaiming “give me that baby!” She approached every subsequent interaction with me or her other grandchildren with similar enthusiasm. I have so many happy memories with her, like when I was a young child and she would dance into the bedroom with funny hats to make my sister and me laugh, or when she didn’t miss a beat when I handed her a random novel from her shelf and told her it was the “Bugs Bunny book” and asked her to tell me a story from it, or the multiple letters that we have exchanged over the years.
She loved spending time with her grandchildren, and enthusiastically participated in some of her grandchildren’s birthday parties. One year, she dressed up like the Wicked Witch of the West as well as Cowardly Lion at my sister Caitlin’s 5th birthday party, an ‘Over the Rainbow’ -themed party. My grandma danced around in a plush Lion costume for a ‘pin the tail on the lion’ game. When my Mom gave her a break and tried the costume on, she thought she’d pass out from how hot it was inside, but Grandma never complained. I think she was just happy to be involved in the party and surrounded by so many children, and even just getting the chance to dress up outside of Halloween. She had some amazing costumes over the years--who could forget her and Pop-pop’s famous “Black Eyed Peas” costume. Grandma also joined in on the fun at Caitlin’s ‘Sweet 16’ party—my mom and grandmother danced together on the deck to live music.
She loved babies and no matter where we were, would stop to admire and coo over any infant or child she was lucky enough to see.
She was astute enough to know that her brain was changing, and it terrified her. She apologized for repeating herself. She lived to be 93, many years longer than any other member of her family. Sometimes she’d say “wait ‘til you’re 90', because getting old is not easy. There were times in the past when my mom would wonder if she was turning into her own mother, as if it was a bad thing. Now my Mom has come to realize that she will be very proud to be like Grandma. I hope we all feel the pride of seeing some of Grandma Evie in ourselves. The apples don’t fall far from the tree.
Even though she felt the burden of aging, she remained our family’s steadfast lynchpin. She held us together as we gathered around her for holidays and celebrations. I will always remember the wide grin on her face whenever we all were together. She was truly happiest when surrounded by her loving family.
In recent times, Grandma would call my Mom daily. This is a tradition she held with her own mother. Sometimes it was a little excessive, like ten times in a day, but my Mom never complained to Grandma about it (though she may have vented to her sisters). Now that she’s gone, every time the phone rings, my Mom wishes that it’s Grandma calling to check in.
One of her favorite songs was Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You.” I can think of no better way to express how we all will eternally feel about her.
We love you forever and always, Grandma.
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Terri piasecki posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Dear Gillich family,
Terri Piasecki here to express, on behalf of my family, our sympathy on your loss.
I remember your Mom at 8 Moss lane when I was growing up. She was so kind and warm and oh, so funny. My sister, CLaire, reminded what a good friend your mom was to our mom.
It is never easy to lose a parent, no matter the age or illness. These days of isolation make the heartbreak even more so, if that’s possible.
Perhaps these words from someone who know something about lose will be of comfort. Joe Biden wrote: “I promise you, I promise you there will come a day when the thought of your loved one will bring a smile to your lips before it brings a tear to your eye.”
Wishing you peace and love,
Terri
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Jeanne Posted Dec 1, 2020 at 12:35 PM
Terri, thank you so much for posting your kind sentiments. I think of you and your family often. So many memories growing up in the neighborhood. I know we were fortunate to have mom as long as we did, the circumstances are what make it most difficult.
Best wishes to you and your family ,
Jeanne
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Eileen posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, November 30, 2020
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Grandma,
I don't want to believe you are gone. I always enjoyed coming to visit you, whether I was a child or in the past few years as a young adult; whether it was a holiday or a visit to your place. I remember you showed me your typewriter in your bedroom and typed on it for me. Maybe that's why I still yearn for one? I reminisce how you offered me coloring books and I couldn't wait to add color to the pages. I think back to when we would take walks outside of your condo--however brief they were.
There's too much I will miss about you, I can't write them all down. Your hugs, your sweet smile, your lighthearted voice when you said my name.
Your family will make sure, we will insist that others are aware, that COVID is in fact a life-threatening disease. Be sure your death was not in vain.
Love to you always.
Your forever loving granddaughter,
Eileen
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Jeanne Siemer lit a candle
Sunday, November 29, 2020
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Nicole uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, November 28, 2020
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My grandma was the first person to hold me when I was born. My mom was exhausted from labor. Eager to meet her first grandchild, my grandma stepped up to the plate exclaiming “give me that baby!” She approached every subsequent interaction with me or her other grandchildren with similar enthusiasm. I have so many happy memories with her, like when I was a young child and she would dance into the bedrooom with funny hats to make my sister and me laugh, or when she didn’t miss a beat when I handed her a random novel from her shelf and told her it was the “Bugs Bunny book” and asked her to tell me a story from it, or the multiple letters that we have exchanged over the years.
She loved painting, poetry, babies, desserts, and was never happier than surrounded by family. Love you forever, Grandma.
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Lynn Gilmour uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, November 28, 2020
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Lynn Gilmour Posted Nov 28, 2020 at 12:57 PM
So sorry to hear of Aunt Evie’s passing. I have great memories of her and loved her sense of humor.
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Nicole Posted Nov 28, 2020 at 5:14 PM
Thank you so much, Lynn. My mom saved all of your letters. She loved you very much.
Love, Cathy
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Mike Morley lit a candle
Saturday, November 28, 2020
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The family of Evelyn Gillich uploaded a photo
Friday, November 27, 2020
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