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.
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