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Wednesday, May 07, 2008

My Pepere

I don't think I'm ready to actually create a post about this yet. My pepere died on Saturday morning, ending his battle with Alzheimer's Disease.

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Louis
Louis 1923 - 2008 - Louis, 85, a sixty two year resident, died on Saturday, May 3 in a local nursing home. He was born in Lawrence, MA on January 22, 1923. He retired after forty years of service as a press operator from the former Moore Drop Forge Co. He is survived by his beloved wife of sixty two years, Gisele, three daughters, Jacqueline and her husband Alfred, Denise, and Michelle and her husband Gary, four sons, Robert and his wife Joanne, Daniel and his wife Brenda, David and his companion Theresa, and Steven and his wife Laurie. He also leaves three brothers and one sister. He will be sadly missed by thirteen grandchildren, six great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two granddaughters, and one great grandson. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Friday, May 9 for a 10am Liturgy of Christian Burial at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church. Burial will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery. There are no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association.

9 comments:

Amanda said...

What a wonderful picture of him! He was such a nice man. He will be missed by many. Good luck with the ready too!

Kassie said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. You and yours are in my thoughts.

Scott K. Johnson said...

I too am sorry for your loss.

meanderings said...

I'm sorry for your loss. 62 years of marriage is awesome!

Unknown said...

I am sorry for your loss...

Misti said...

Sarah I'm so sorry to hear this. I'll be praying for your family.

The Flower Maiden said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.

(((hugs)))
Stacey (EnglishRose)

Anonymous said...

I'm sorry for your loss. Your Pepere looks like he was a wonderful man. These are hard times, especially with watching your loved one suffer from Alzheimer's. My Pop-o was taken by Alzheimer's also. It's not a fun disease to watch anyone endure.
The picture and obituary is a wonderful tribute to someone you obviously love very much.
God bless you and your family.

Anonymous said...

I'm very sorry for your loss, and I hope your memories of Louis will always be as bright and happy as the smile on his face in this wonderful picture. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.