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Memorial GIFTS of CARING in honor of our U.S. Armed Forces

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IN MEMORIAM
The ERIC BLANCHETTE Memorial Fund
This page is to remember and celebrate the life of a loved one or
friend, who has touched the lives of many or in
Memory of those whom have given in Military Service, living on and being remembered through a Memorial Donation to MOMS,
in a caring contribution to the vital work of our charity.
It is very personal, it is very real...the loss of a family member, a cherished friend, a comrade...their time here, whether short or long, was a gift that forever enriched the lives of  family, friends and comrades. Here, you continue our work for those who provide America with the Gift of Freedom...We thank you for your
Memorial Gift of Caring for those who Serve today! 
God Bless!

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~The Eric Blanchette Memorial Fund~

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A dear friend, MOMS long time Volunteer and Angel for our Troops, Norma Corsello, has passed away peacefully at her home with her loving husband and family by her side. Our hearts and prayers with our deepest sympathy to Joe and the entire Corsello family.
May they find strength and peace in this difficult time through the memories and blessings Norma brought to so very many which live on every day in the hearts of each of us at MOMS and the thousands of troops she brought her love, caring and support to! Norma pictured, determined to bake thousands of cookies at a time for her beloved Service Men and Women...you will be missed dear Norma, so very much, but never forgotten!
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June 29, 2012
IN Loving MEMORY of Norman "Norm" J. Hook
1934-2010
GIFTED BY: Marilyn L. Hook 
Two years have past since Norm was sent to heaven watching over his best friend and wife, Marilyn, his dear family and the many in his community he so graciously assisted with his hands, heart and passion in giving.  This special "Gift of Caring" from Marilyn Hook, in Loving Memory of her husband, Norman Hook, today honors his caring and support of those our Organization serves, the Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces.  He is watching over, guiding with his example by the precious moments he gave to many...

April 30, 2012
IN Loving MEMORY of Norman "Norm" J. Hook
1934-2010
GIFTED BY:  Melissa/Michael Rolinitis 
It is with great appreciation we place this "Gift of Caring" from Melissa Rolinitis in Loving Memory of her father, Norman Hook.  His volunteerism, caring and support of those our Organization serves, the Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces is a constant inspiration. Norman's legacy lives on each day through the many memories of his devotion to his family, Assumption Catholic Church and his Angel Food Cake for which he was an expert baker.  He is watching over, guiding with his smile and the precious moments he gave to many...

April 22, 2012

IN MEMORY of Ben Spelde

GIFTED BY: Ronald/Karen Kyrouac

Our sympathy to Ruth and the family of Ben Spelde, as a Gift of Caring is placed in his memory by Ron and Karen in honor of Ben's Service in the U.S. Army and as a Korean War Veteran. Your generous Gift will provide for those whom today bring America the precious Gift of Freedom... this living tribute strengthening the foundation of our great nation through your support of the Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces...Past, Present and Future.

 
April 22, 2012
IN MEMORY of James Robert Kurk
GIFTED BY:  St. Mary's Church CCW, Minooka
Our sympathy to the St. Mary family of James Robert Kurk, entered into heaven on Saturday, December 31, 2011.  Your gift is placed in honor of Jame's 6 years of Service in the U.S. Navy, on behalf of the freedoms of many and our great country.  James is honored through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom... this living tribute strengthening the foundation of our great nation through your support of the Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces.
 
December 2, 2011
IN MEMORY of My Dear Mother at Christmas...
GIFTED BY: James Harris 
Our sincere appreciation to Jim, MOMS IT Director, for your Gift of Caring in Memory of your beloved mother, Donna Wilson, at Christmas. She lives through your beautiful memories of her life...Your love as hers shines as the Christmas star as she is honored through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom... through this living tribute and your service in the Mission of MOMS, you strengthen the foundation of our great nation through your support of the dedicated Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces.

December 2, 2011
IN MEMORY of My Beloved Mother at Christmas...
GIFTED BY: Richard N. Harris
Our sincere appreciation to Richard N. Harris for your Gift of Caring in Memory of your beloved mother, Donna Wilson at Christmas. Your love as hers shines as the Christmas star, a lifetime of memories are yours as she lives on and is honored through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom... through this living tribute you strengthen the foundation of our great nation through your support of the dedicated Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces.

October 26, 2011

IN MEMORY of Duane Bertrand...

  For Jeanie Carroll

GIFTED BY: Karen & Ronald Kyrouac

Our sincere appreciation to Karen and Ron Kyrouac for your Gift of Caring in Memory of Duane Bertrand.  Duane's memory is honored through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom...through this living tribute, you strengthen the foundation of our great nation through your support of the Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces.

October 25, 2011

IN MEMORY of Duane Bertrand...

  For Nancy Prince

GIFTED BY: Karen & Ronald Kyrouac

Our sincere appreciation to Karen and Ron Kyrouac for your Gift of Caring in Memory of Duane Bertrand. Duane's memory is honored through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom...through this living tribute, you strengthen the foundation of our great nation through your support of the Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces.

September 28, 2011

IN MEMORY of JERRY KRANZ

     Viet Nam VETERAN

GIFTED BY: Carol & Ronald Kranz 

We thank you Carol, for your countless hours served within our Organization and the honor to place your special Gift of Caring in Memory of your Cousin, Jerry Kranz and his life in service as a Viet Nam Veteran. May the peace which comes from your memories be with you always as Jerry's legacy lives through your generosity for those who today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom, his Brothers-In-Arms, our U.S. Armed Forces. He is smiling down on each of your many works of heart and caring! 

September 27, 2011
IN Loving MEMORY of Grace Glaum...
GIFTED BY: XI Gamma Omicron 
It is with great appreciation we place this "Gift of Caring" from XI GAMMA OMICRON in Memory of MOMS dear Volunteer, Grace Glaum. She now wears the wings of an Angel, watching over family, friends and the Military Men and Women she cared so deeply for with her many hours of hands and heart given in overwhelming support of those our Organization serves, the U.S. Armed Forces.

September 25, 2011

IN MEMORY of Shirley Fleetwood...

GIFTED BY: Karen & Ronald Kyrouac

Our sincere appreciation to Karen and Ron Kyrouac for your Gift of Caring in Memory of Shirley Fleetwood. Shirley's memory is honored through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom...through this living tribute, you strengthen the foundation of our great nation through your support of the Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces.

September 25, 2011

IN MEMORY of Stanley Larson...

GIFTED BY: Karen & Ronald Kyrouac 

Our sincere appreciation to Karen and Ron Kyrouac for your Gift of Caring in Memory of Stanley Larson. Stanley's memory is honored through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom...through this living tribute, you strengthen the foundation of our great nation through your support of the Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces.

May 23, 2011
IN Loving MEMORY of Grace Glaum...
GIFTED BY:  Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Brown 
It is with great appreciation we place this "Gift of Caring" from Ron and Ann Brown in Memory of MOMS dear Volunteer, Grace Glaum.  Grace's life was suddenly lost...but she now wears the wings of an Angel, watching over family, friends and the Military Men and Women she cared so deeply for with her many hours of hands and heart given in overwhelming support of those our Organization serves, the U.S. Armed Forces and their families.  Grace's legacy will live through the many memories of her devotion to her family and the love and blessings she unselfishly brought to so very many.  ...Thank You, Grace!

May 11, 2011:  Our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers...
The Staff of MOMS extends our most heartfelt sympathies to MOMS Shirley and Gordon Grassle on the passing of their Mother, Grace Glaum.  Grace's love of life, patriotism and passionate care for our Military Men and Women live on through her works of hands and heart.  Our hearts and prayers are with you... 

March 22, 2011

IN MEMORY of Clarence Paulsen...

GIFTED BY:  Lorna D. Paulsen   

We extend our deepest sympathy to the Paulsen family on your loss as we place your special Gift of Caring in Memory of Clarence's life in service as a WWII Veteran and VFW Member.  May the peace which comes from your memories shared, comfort each now and in the days ahead. Clarence's legacy will live through your generosity for those who today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom, his Brothers-In-Arms.

January 15, 2011

IN MEMORY of Elaine E. Schmeisser...

GIFTED BY:  Carolyn J. Nelson

    We extend our gratitude to Carolyn J. Nelson for your special Gift of Caring in Memory of Elaine E. Schmeisser, mother of MOMS Volunteer, Bob Richards.  May the peace which comes from memories shared, comfort each now and in the days ahead. Elaine's legacy will live through your generosity for those who today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom.

January 9, 2011

IN MEMORY of Elaine E. Schmeisser...

GIFTED BY:  American Legion Riders POST 191, Wilmington

     We extend our gratitude to the American Legion Riders Post #191 Officers and Members for your special Gift of Caring in Memory of Elaine E. Schmeisser, mother of Post 191 Riders President, Bob Richards with our heartfelt sympathy to the Richards family.  May the peace which comes from memories shared, comfort each now and in the days ahead. Elaine's legacy will live through your generosity for those who today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom, bringing much to many with Bob's dedication to all who serve through his leadership and efforts with Post 191 in support of Veterans and our

Military Men and Women serving today.

Prayers, Peace and Blessings...
The Staff of MOMS extends our most heartfelt sympathies to MOMS Advisory Board Member, Bob Richards and his family as his mother, Elaine Schmeisser lost her courageous battle with a six month illness on January 7, 2011.

December, 2010
IN MEMORY of My Beloved Mother at Christmas...
GIFTED BY:  Connie Jenkins
    Our sincere appreciation to Connie Jenkins for your Gift of Caring in Memory of your beloved mother at Christmas. Your love as hers shines as the Christmas star as she is honored through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom... through this living tribute, you strengthen the foundation of our great nation through your support of the Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces.

September, 2010
IN MEMORY of Roger Ness...
GIFTED BY:  Ron/Karen Kyrouac
    Our sincere Thanks to Karen and Ron Kyrouac for your Gift of Caring in Memory of Roger Ness with our sympathy to his wife, Nancy and their entire family. Roger's memory is honored through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom...through this living tribute, you strengthen the foundation of our great nation through your support of the Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces.

September, 2010
IN MEMORY of George H. Todd...
    Our sincere Thanks to Karen and Ron Kyrouac for your Gift of Caring in Memory of George H. Todd with our sympathy to his wife, Patricia L. Todd, daughter Janet, husband Vince and their entire family. George's memory is honored through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom...through this living tribute, you salute the tireless determination of each Soldier, Sailor, Airman and Marine.

August, 2010
IN MEMORY of Dick Fercho...
    Our sincere Thanks to Karen and Ron Kyrouac for your Gift of Caring  in Memory of Dick Fercho with our sympathy to his daughter, JoAnn  and their entire family. Dick's memory is honored through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom...through this living tribute, you salute the uncommon courage of all who serve in the U.S. Armed Forces.

June 18, 2010
IN Loving MEMORY of Norman "Norm" J. Hook...
GIFTED BY:  Marilyn Hook
It is with great appreciation we place this "Gift of Caring" from MOMS Volunteer Marilyn Hook and the entire family to which we extend our deepest sympathy.  Norman lost his short battle with Leukemia on June 18, 2010.  He was a quiet, gentle man...always extending his time, heart and hands with a soft smile, together with his wife Marilyn, in overwhelming caring and support of those our Organization serves, the Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces.  Norman's legacy will live through the many memories of his devotion to his family, Assumption Catholic Church and his Angel Food Cake for which he was an expert baker.  He is watching over, guiding with his smile and the precious moments he gave to many...Thank You, Mr. Hook!

April, 2010
IN MEMORY of Tom Nessinger...
    Our sincere Thanks to Karen and Ron Kyrouac for your Gift of Caring  in Memory of Tom Nessinger with our sympathy to his wife, C.C. and their family. Tom's memory is honored through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom.

 Our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers...
The Staff of MOMS extends our most heartfelt sympathies to MOMS IT Director, Jim Harris and his family on the passing of his Mother, Donna Wilson. Our hearts and prayers are with you...
JANUARY, 2010
IN MEMORY of Donna Wilson...
GIFTED BY:  Allen/Jodi Berndt
    Thank you Jodi and Allen Berndt for your special Gift of Caring in Memory of Donna Wilson, Mother of Jim Harris, MOMS Board Member and IT Director, with our deepest sympathy to the Harris family. Donna's legacy will live through your generosity for those who today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom, bringing much to many with Jim's dedication to all who serve in his daily works of expertise, heart and hands for each.

DECEMBER, 2009
IN MEMORY of the Sister of Steve Rogers...
    Our sincere Thanks to Karen and Ron Kyrouac for your Gift of Caring  in Memory of the Sister of Steve Rogers with our sympathy to their family. Her legacy will live through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom.

DECEMBER, 2009
IN MEMORY of Millie Baskerville-Fleishman                        
    Our deep sympathy and appreciation to Marilyn, Ray, Jim and John M. Tira for your Gift of Caring in Memory of Millie Baskerville-Fleishman. Her legacy will live on through those who give in Service to our America, the members of the U.S. Armed Forces. 

October, 2009
IN MEMORY of "Uncle" Louie Tira...
Tech Sergeant
To the Tira Family (Marilyn, Ray, Jim and John) we thank you for your generosity with your Gift of Caring  in Memory of "Uncle" Louie Tira, Tech Sergeant, with our sympathy to your family. Tech Sergeant Tira provided America the precious Gift of Freedom in a time of a World War. With his service to America during World War II, serving in India, Louie's dedication and sacrifice for the privilege of Freedom for many throughout the world will live with his legacy in service to and for our America! 

September 12, 2009
IN MEMORY of Milford Bjelland...
U.S. Navy
    Our sincere Thanks to the Tira Family (Marilyn, Ray, Jim and John) for your Gift of Caring  in Memory of Milford Bjelland, U.S. Navy, with our sympathy to your family. Milford's legacy will live through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom. With his service to America as a Sailor to the Navy Honor Guard whom provided Milford with final honors and good-byes, Thomas's dedication and sacrifice for the privilege of each of our Freedoms will never be forgotten! 

JULY, 2009
IN MEMORY of THOMAS CHARLES DeBAULT...
U.S. Army, 101st Airborne Division
AGE:  55 
    Our sincere Thanks to the Tira Family (Marilyn, Ray, Jim and John) for your Gift of Caring  in Memory of Thomas Charles DeBault, U.S. Army with our sympathy to Susan Nelson, Sister of Tom and his family. Thomas's legacy will live through your generous Gift for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom. From his childhood in Coal City to his service with the 101st Airborne Division, Thomas's dedication and sacrifice for the privilege of each of our Freedoms will never be forgotten! 

JULY, 2009
IN MEMORY of MICHAEL MORENO
U.S. ARMY RANGER
AGE:  44 of Joliet, Illinois
GIFTED BY:  JOLIET MARINE CORPS LEAGUE, E2/14 DETACHMENT
    Our sincere Thanks to the Marine Corps League, Joliet E 2/14 Detachment for your Gift of Caring in support of those proudly serving today. His legacy will live through your generous Gift of Caring for those whom today provide America the precious Gift of Freedom.  Michael's dedication and sacrifice for the privilege of each of our Freedoms...his life of making a difference for many, will never be forgotten! 

APRIL, 2009
IN MEMORY of Pauline Fornelli
Coal City, Illinois      
 
To Marilyn, Ray, Jim & John M. Tira, our deep thanks and appreciation for your Gift of Caring in Memory of Pauline Fornelli.  Her legacy will live through those who give in Service through the U.S. Armed Forces.

DECEMBER, 2007
~IN MEMORY of Linda Jo Haga~
  Wilmington, Illinois
    (July 11, 1956-November 17, 2007)
    Our deep sympathy to the Haga Family along with our sincere appreciation of your Memorials in support of those proudly serving today. The many generous gifts provided communication home to our deployed Service Members along with requested items of need.  Linda Jo's life has honored our cause for the Men and Women who Serve...Her life of caring for family, her work at St. Joseph and Embassy Care Center lives on through this living memorial.