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jen posted a condolence
Sunday, July 25, 2010
i miss you so much mom. So much is going on. I moved to philly, new things, new people. I want to share each and every experience with you. I wish i could see you again. Someday i hope it will happen. I always catch myself wanting to tell you whats going on and it makes me so mad that you aren't here. Not here to talk to, joke with. We both know we were the only two who really had the same sense of humor. I just miss your laugh, your face. you were the best mom I could ever ask for. I'm so happy I was brought up the way I was, how you gave up so much just to spend time with me and jess and to watch us grow up. You were so beautiful and I see myself in you. Life is a beautiful thing. You taught me to live in the moment, to be happy, to live, to dance and sing ( you're right, i miss your singing. you always told me I would.) haha life is too short but I promise you I will live it happily and finally when my time is done I will get to see your shining face. no pain, no tears. Just happiness. You better be smiling up there and keep and eye on our family. we think about you more than you'll ever know. I love you mommy.
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Jon posted a condolence
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Although I can't see you, I feel you. Although I can't touch you, I feel you. I swear I can hear you.
Catch you in my dreams...where this earthly plane meets yours.
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jess posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
i miss you so much and at times it really drives me quite literally crazy that i cant just call you up to chit chat like we used to, it makes me want to pull out my hair. i didnt realize it then, but you really were my best friend, i could tell you anything. and i swear theres a ghost in my apartment that randomly turns my computer on, is it you? hehe. i love you, i miss you mom, christmas and holidays are not the same, you brought all the holiday spirit. i made your special xmas lasagna too, i wish you could have tasted it and jen did a great job decorating the house, it reminded me of you. you live on through all of us and i am trying to carry your spirit with me and share with the world all the wonderful things that you would have. forever in my heart <3.
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jen posted a condolence
Thursday, October 8, 2009
you will always be one of my best friend and not a day goes by that I dont think about you and how wonderful of a mother you were to me. I love you and miss hearing your laugh and smiling face. You're my angel mommy
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Will Hart posted a condolence
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Marisue & I shared many special occasions. My fondest & most recent was seeing her at our high school reunion in October 0f 08. She was the best friend anyone could ever wish for. There are a few select people I have always stayed in contact with over the years, Marisue was one of them! She will always be in my thoughts, my prayers & in my heart.
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The Gil Family posted a condolence
Sunday, March 29, 2009
To the Lester Family,
We just learned of Marisue's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Randal Langone posted a condolence
Thursday, March 26, 2009
I was doing a simple Google search for Mark and Jon to get their email and this is what I found.
Mike, there is nothing I can say that will bring a smile to your face now. I will always remember Marisue back in the day, just a high school kid like the rest of us. Now she is in God's hands and someday we will all be together again.
The years pass, we don't talk or see each other but you know what? You will always be a friend and your loss is my loss.
Randy
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Danceworks posted a condolence
Friday, March 6, 2009
Our thoughts are with Jenny and the Lester family during this difficult time.
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Agnes posted a condolence
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Psalm 23
A psalm of David.
1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures,
He leads me beside still waters,
3 He restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness
for His name's sake.
4 Even though I walk
through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
5 You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
6 Surely goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD
forever. Amen
By Mercyme
I can only imagine what it will be like
When I walk by your side
I can only imagine what my eyes will see
When your face is before me
I can only imagine
I can only imagine
Surrounded by your glory
What will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you Jesus?
Or in awe of you be still?
Will I stand in your presence?
Or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing hallelujah?
Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine
I can only imagine
I can only imagine when that day comes
When I find myself standing in the Son
I can only imagine when all I will do
Is forever, forever worship you
I can only imagine
I can only imagine
Love and miss you Mare, Aggiemaye
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dan lester posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
In the name of the father, the Son and, the Holy Spirit. Rejoice, rejoice in knowing
Marisue was baptized. Rejoice in knowing she had the faith to reach up and grab
the gift that god handed to her. The same gift of eternal life he offers each of us.
Our heavenly father gave His only begotton son Jesus Christ our lord to die on the cross
and to shed his innocent blood, his sinless blood for the payment of our sins.
One man brought sin into this world. The first man to walk on earth, one man, Adam
brought sin into the world and he passed down his sinful nature from generation to generation. The whole world, everyone has sinners blood. It took a miracle, it took god
becoming man through a virgin birth then living the perfect life and dying on the cross shedding innocent blood. This is the only blood worth anything in God the father’s eyes.
In a dark room when you turn on a light you no longer see the darkness.
When we die and Jesus gives us just a drop of his blood our heavenly father no longer
sees the darkness of your sinful past but instead sees the light ‘blood” that is Jesus his son
in us and he is pleased.
God did not bring cancer into the world, sin did that. How can God allow Marisue to
die at such a young age? God sees things in a different perspective then we do.
As a father he not only looks at our long term best interests but also looks at the long term best interest of all our loved ones. We have to trust him. He is the alpha and omega
the first and last, the all knowing. God knew Marisue was saved, salvation is hers for eternity. God wants this for all of us. Eternal salvation for us is Gods ultimate goal.
Marisue dying so young is a slap in the face, a wakeup call. I guess he really can come
like a thief in the night. We all need to be ready. Mark 16:16 Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved.
For those of us not baptized yet I would not walk to a Pastor to get
baptized,I would run. Some say why get baptized its only water.
Yes its water, but it is also the almighty powerful word of god with the
water. In Matthew 28:19 Jesus gave us the great commission.
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
In the beginning God said let there be light, and there was light.
It’s his almighty word.
when we get baptize in the name of the Father. Son and, Holy Spirit
God says “you are mine”. God does not lie, he always tells the truth,
and he always keeps his promises. That is how we know Marisue is in heaven. In her baptism God said she is his….
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dan lester posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Matthew 28:19
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,
Mark 16:16
Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.
Titus 3:5
he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit,
I thank God, Marisue had the christian faith needed to enter his kingdom.
Marisue will be missed by me
in this lifetime.
I'm looking forward to seeing her in heaven. Dan
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Dave posted a condolence
Monday, March 2, 2009
Mike, Jess, and Jen----I have so many different memories of Marisue, and like others have mentioned, I will probably think of her smile and laugh the most. Many nights up at the pool, flying to California, listening and loving music together---I also remember talking about our faith many times...not always agreeing about everything, but respecting one another. One thing we shared, as well as I share with the three of you---We are baptized children of God. Both Lutherans and Presbyterians view Baptism as something that God does to/for us...He calls us by name into His family and promises never to forsake us---it's not magic--but by faith the promise of forgiveness and Eternal Life are ours--a gift from God--May the Hope of the Resurrection bring you comfort...."The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all"--------and for you Mare-----"Lay down my dear sister, lay down and take your rest--Oh wont you lay your head upon your Saviour's breast--I love you, oh but Jesus loves you the best--And I bid you goodnight, goodnight, goodnight"
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Maggie Hampe posted a condolence
Monday, March 2, 2009
I have fond memories of Marisue from our childhood years. We spent many hours in her family play house and in the back yard pool with our other cousins that lived up on the hill. I was lucky enough to attend and enjoy many of the family picnics there. Marisue was a fun loving cousin and I always enjoyed our time together. Unfortunately our time spent as adults was less but I always kept informed by other family memebers. My prayers go out to her and her family at this difficult time.
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Carol Dailey posted a condolence
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Dear Mike & Family,
Marisue will be missed by all your family, friends and pets. She was such a warm and caring person.
I will miss her driving up and down Smith Rd in her car waving at me as she past by.
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MOM Lester posted a condolence
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Dear Mare...my Mom thought every woman should have a daughter..even after the birth of my four boys. When you left us I lost one of my daughters. I'll miss you.
I'll miss the kind of jokes you e-mailed that had Mike saying "You sent THAT to my MOM?" Thanks for being the love of my son's life and for giving me such great grandkids. Love always.
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Sandy Hogan posted a condolence
Sunday, March 1, 2009
A family friend our mother Hilah grover was friends of her family. Thinking of your family saying a prayer for her family and deepest sympathy
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jesse posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
marisue - i will always remember how kind you've been to me since i first started dating amber. i enjoyed playing guitar around you cause you always loved it. one of my favorite memories of you was when we spent 4th of july at your house and i played into the mystic and you were playing the fake horn and dancing around the fire.
"let your soul and spirit fly into the mystic"
~jesse
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amber posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
aunt mare - you taught me to be truly present in life. To enjoy every moment. Your laughter echoes in my heart. I love you always. - amber
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Karen & Alex Szuch posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Our prayers and Hearts are with you in this time of sadness
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Jan Bresnick posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
I still remember Marisue sunny energy and humor on our kayaking trip 2 summers ago.
I am holding you all in my heart.
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Steve & Amy Colley posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Dear Lester families,
You are all always in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Steve and Amy
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Bonnie (Alpers) Jordan posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
I'm so glad I got to visit with you in November. I have the fondest memories of our childhood. You will be missed by many. Mike, Jessica and Jennifer you are in our thoughts. Your cousin Bonnie and family - Scott, Dan, Nick and Kimmy.
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Debbie Sandford posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
My deepest sympathy, offered to the Lester family, who I knew through Trinity Lutheran Church in Morris Plains.
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Danielle Lester posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
In Life,
We Danced, We Sang
We Laughed, We Cried
You let me be me
and
I let you be you---
In our Eternal Life,
We will Dance, We will Sing, We will Laugh
I will let you be you
and
You will let me be me-----
The Crying can go to Hell
I Love You
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Dave Lester posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Mare--Thanks for being such a great "big sister"...I'll miss you--Love, Dave
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Tara posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
You will be missed by so many, but never forgotten
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Asha Goyal posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
She was very loving, caring, kind and good person. She would be missed greatly from everybody's heart.
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Stacey Clackner Murphy posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
What a beautiful picture, just like I remember Marisue, only she was just as tan but by the pool at Cramsey's, and there was a pool party going on. Thank you for all the great memories. Will miss running into Marisue in town or at Foodtown. God bless you all at this difficult time.
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Marion Clackner posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Dear Mike, Jesse, Jennie and families,
I am so sorry for your loss. Marisue was such a beautiful, fun loving young person, always smiling. My family and our friends have such wonderful memories of the happy times at Cramsey's. May God be with you at this sad time.
Love, Marion
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karen & art alpers posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
marisue aka mouse
we will always share many memeories of you
you gave this cancer everything u had as u did with all things in your life
so sad you couldn't beat it
you were family and also
a great wife and mom and person
the alpers
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Lisa Holenko posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
My heart and thoughts are with Mike and their children, and all of Marisue's loved ones.
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bill & deb vedutis posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Our sympathy is with you and your family.
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Allie posted a condolence
Saturday, February 28, 2009
You were a wonderful mom to beautiful girls. You will be missed always. Jen, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Jon posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Don't worry, about a thing, cause every little thing, is gonna be all right...
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Pat Clayton posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
My baby cousin. I will miss you. Your memory will live as long as I am around. Thank you for the great fight you gave. Thank you for the beautiful girls you brought into the family and for your great husband Mike. Your life was too short. We would never have been ready to let you go but I hope you can breath easy now. PS cancer Sucks Patty White Clayton
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Lauren posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Mrs. Lester,
You were always there swimming with us in the pool and getting a tan, always picking us up from parties and hearing all the gossip, and riding around with us with the top down no matter if it was day or night; even if we had to put sweatshirts on. And you always did it all with a smile. You were such a wonderful mother and you will be greatly missed. I know you will be looking over your family, please keep them happy.
Jen-I'm always here for you no matter where life takes us. bffltddup
Mr. Lester & Jess-my prayers are with you always. Love you!
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Anna Biller posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
I met Marisue back in 1983 and we became friends immediately, we just clicked. I remember that she was the very first person that I told that I was pregnant with my first child and she never once judged me. When I got married she was the only one I wanted to me my maid of honor even though I hadn't known her that long. I was so thrilled she was with me on that day. I was so very honored to stand beside her when she began her life with Mike and she wanted me with her even though I was pregnant yet again. Even though we didn't see each other often, when we did get together or talk on the phone, it seemed like the time never passed and we just picked up where we left off. I will always consider Marisue my best friend. I will miss her love and friendship always. GOD BLESS YOU MARISUE!
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Larry & Barbara posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Larry say's I'll never forget your smile! Rest well.Love Larry Ellman & Barbara Sahler
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Judy Brangwin Baker posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
My hearts go out to you all at this very difficult time. I remember Marisues bright and beautiful smile when I would see her at the Foodtown. My prayers are with all of you.
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Pam Lindsay posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Wow what a shock.. heaven is a better place if at all possible with you Marisue. I remember high school with you and after that I ran into you around Denville. Every year I would see you at the Denville carnival. You always made me smile and laugh. You are a guardian angel for your family now, they were blessed to have you in their lives and they are tice blessed to have you as their angel.
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Debbie (Garrison) Walsh posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
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Alex and Elaine Holenko posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
We are so sorry for your terrible loss. Our thoughts are with the entire Lester family. Rest in peace, Marisue.
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Ken McElroy posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Lester Family,
When ever a vivacious life liver is called home all who are left behind wonder why! Marisue has shown us all that life is to be lived and live it she did. Her love and smile will remain in our hearts forever. She has reached the top of the "Stairway to Heaven" and is waiting for us all to join her so that the party can continue. To Live and Love as she would have is all we can do and is the greatet honor we can give her.
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Judy Savite posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Enjoyed having you as a Blue Angels cheerleader many years ago.
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The McGees posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Mike, Jess and Jen -
Our profound and sincerest sympathy. Marisue was one of a kind, and will be missed.
Your next-door neighbors and friends.
Bob, Linda and Meredith
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Marilyn Bailey posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Marisue and I grew up together on Union Hill. I have wonderful fun memories of those times. My thoughts and prayers to you Mike and your girls during this difficult time. She will be missed.
Marilyn
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Kate Myers posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
How can you you sum up a lifetime of memories? Distance kept us apart physically but with every visit and with every phone call everything was right where it should be! My Aunt Marisue was so happy and so full of life; that's what I want to remember!
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Agnes Maye posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Marisue the name alone brings so many memories. Ones of love and laughter, of celebrated joys, long conversations. support and shelter. Knowing that 24/7 we were connected - brought together as friends through God. It was no accident we met. Mare will remain within me always, and my prayers go out to all her family and friends. Find comfort in Jesus and know we will see her again made new, no sorrows, no tears. Love me
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Sharon Hill posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
You will be with me every day and I will never forget...horses, the green pinto, dancing barefoot, being tan all over, good steaks, drinking wine while driving to the shore, yoga, tart burners, crazy 80's aerobics,canoeing in the Rockaway river and especially your smile :-)
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Scott & Gail Swift posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Dear Mike, Jessica, and Jennifer: Scott and I would like you to know that you, your family,and your dear mother, Marisue, are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Cindy Ellman posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Marisue, I will miss you and I just can't believe you are gone. You have touched so many people in your life. We always had so much fun together. I will always keep you in my heart!
Love always, Cindy
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Mike Bradford posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Growing up in Union Hill I got to know Marisue as one of the neighborhood kids. We were in the same 7th and 8th grade class and I got to know her very well. We lost touch in High School as people do, but have very fond memories of her and I know she will be missed greatly.
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Lynn Harrison posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
When I think of Marisue, I can't help thinking of her as part of a quartet: Jon and Mark, Mike and Marisue. I think of hanging out in Jon's attic room in her parents' house (doing things they would not have approved of). I think of many a trip down the shore, piling into my old yellow ford with the blankets flapping out the rusty sides. I remember her beauty and sweetness. I remember the way she and Mike would look at each other, and I would smile, knowing they would be together for a long, long time. But not long enough... not long enough.
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Trish & Denny posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2009
We'll miss you Marisue. Peace and love
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Emily (Swift) Freeman posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2009
I grew up with Marisue in Denville. She and my sister were close friends. What I remember the most of Marisue is her always smiling and laughing. She was a very kind person too. I remember her helping my mom during the time when my mother had to put her dog down. She was so sweet in supporting my mom during that time.
My deepest sympathy to Marisue's family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Daryn Cashin posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Mare......All of my love...
can't even begin to think about spending the rest of my life without you to talk to.
Mike, Jess and Jen.....my heart goes out to you.
She was a brave little spitfire in life, and I'm sure in heaven she's got a microphone and she's getting a band of angels together ...and I would bet that she has probably already painted the pearly gates PURPLE!
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Marty & Betsy Alpers posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Mike,
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marty and Betsy Alpers
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Wendy Kauffman-Stachowiak posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Mare and I always agreed- we weren't just friends- we were family. Guess that true for someone I've known since I was 4! We've all been blessed to have Mare in our lives and she'll live on through the gifts she bestowed on each of us.
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Kathy Moore Frischknecht posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Be at peace and blessings to you. How fun it was to see you in Oct. I am grateful for that time and for having such a wonderful childhood friend.
On behalf of mom and Clarabell...God bless you.
Love you always,
Kathy, Irene and Clarabell
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Katherine Cudney posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2009
I'm so sorry to read about Marisue. I had no idea she was ill when I was dancing with her at the Morris Knolls High School reunion last October. She was so positive, energetic, living life to the fullest. My sincere condolences.
Katherine (Flusk) Cudney
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Mary Meola posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2009
My dear old friend. I will miss you so much. No one could ever tell you no...you just said "watch me". You were one of the smartest people I ever knew and certainly the bravest. I wish I could have done more. My love and prayers to Mike and the girls. Mar
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Mary Manzini posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Marisue, my kindred spirit, you will be missed dearly. You will always be in my prayers and in my heart. May your spirit soar high and watch over us all. My deepest sympathy Mike, Jessica and Jennifer
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nancy bernard posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Jess,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time. We are all thinking of you.
Nancy Bernard
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Edward Cahalan posted a condolence
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Marisue, you will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences to Marisue's family and many friends.
