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Irene Kennedy posted a condolence
The following poem was rec'd from Irene Kennedy who is a resident at Cedar Crest and ate her meals at the same table as Mom/Oma. Suzan Devroe A lady of the world; Our Suzan She had lived in strange And far-away places. Indonesia, The Netherlands and Australia, too. To name a few... She loved to tell us of her life, And to compare our food With that of other lands, And, oh, how she talked Widly with her hands! We'd tease her; "Put your fork down Before you poke out someone's eyes!" She'd look absolutely baffled- "I can't talk otherwise!" When we wilted in mid-summer heat She'd grin joyously and think it was neat She'd rejoice in her son's frequent visits And keep us informed Of all the places her family roamed; At the same time, she was interested in our own And loved to see pictures As they came to us in the mail. Most of all, after her day's walk, She'd sit contently with a book Reading away the hours by her window, Where she could see the trees, green grass, And many colored flowers. I wonder in her place up there in the sky, Is she telling them adamantly; "I don't like cabbage, fish and blueberry pie!" ~Irene Kennedy November 2008
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Jeanne, Netty, Vera, Danuse & Thomas posted a condolence
The following e-mail rec'd from two of Oma's nieces and their children. To William & Bette, Debbie, Robert & Jacky and their children & grandchildren, From Peter van Voorst van Beest we heard , that Suzan Devroe, tante Suzy, died in peace. This is a moment of reflection for everyone concerned. She was exacting for herself and that certainly kept her alive for such a long time. One can say she really made the best of all possibilities, with sensible decisions at the right time. We hope you will feel her love around you when you remember her in peace and acceptance. Sincere greetings,
Jeanne Dokoupil - van Voorst van Beest
Netty Volkering - van Voorst van Beest
Vera Dokoupil
Danuse Dokoupil
Thomas Dokoupil
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Eric Devroe posted a condolence
To the entire Devroe family,
I am so saddened by the untimely loss of Oma. It is difficult to believe she has passed on as, despite the handful of health issues she had experienced over the past few years, she remained so strong and vibrant. This is how I will always remember her.
I have so many special memories of our wonderful family reunions at Oma and Opa’s home in Pennsylvania (De Uitkijk). I remember being awed by her stories, treasures, and photos collected from a lifetime of rich and worldly experiences. Over the years, I came to appreciate how proud Oma was of her family history and how much she loved her three sons and our ever-growing Devroe family. She was an extraordinary letter-writer, and invariably sent loving cards for every occasion. In fact, Fiona and I had just received a beautiful card from her dated October 20th congratulating us on our upcoming third anniversary. I want to share two lines that she wrote in her last message to us:
“Life is short so be sure you enjoy every moment you can. Keep happy, love, and laugh a lot.”
It is sad how true those words were. Our whole family is mourning, but I know Oma would want us to celebrate her life and honor her request to stay close and happy as a family. I am comforted by the thought that Oma is now with Opa and my father (their son Harry). We miss them all dearly.
Love always,
Eric (grandson) and Fiona (granddaughter-in-law) Devroe
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Teresa L. Brown posted a condolence
Like my cousins, I will always have very special memories of our family reunions in Pennsylvania. Going to Oma and Opa's house always made us feel so special as they served us delicious meals (and ice cream bars on the deck!) and allowed us hours to play in their pool. I enjoyed their many stories, looking around their house at all their pictures and knick knacks - each holding special meaning for both Oma and Opa. I remember waiting each evening to see what their matching "Hawaiian style attire" would be for the night. Despite the fact that Oma kept an immaculate house, she never seemed bothered by so many of us roaming around her home and staying there each summer.
During my adult years, I have not gotten to see her as often, but will always be thankful for the times we did get to visit with her and Opa. She has remained faithful in sending birthday cards and letters to me and Michael and each of our children every year, always with updates on how she is doing and well wishes for our family. She always had encouraging words to say about how we have raised our children. Oma was a strong and loyal woman and will be greatly missed by her entire family. Love, Teresa Brown (granddaughter of Suzan Devroe)
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Betty & Frank Pease posted a condolence
Note dated Nov 3rd to The Devroe Family: Dear Bill & Bette Ann, We appreciated your call tonight, and we are sorry it was with such sad news. It's about the worst it can be when anyone loses their Mother, but it's particularly hard to cope with when it comes suddenly. She had a good life, and you guys did your best to make her as happy and comfortabvle as possible. Betty and I want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult period. Love to all, Betty & Frank
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Lorna Palmer posted a condolence
Sympathy card rec'd from Lorna Palmer who took such wonderful care for Mom/Oma at RG. Dear William & family, God Blessing be with you and your family throughout this time of sorrow. Your Mother will be missed by all of us. God Bless. Lorna, and all the Staff of the ALF unit of Cedar Crest. Your in my Prayers, Lorna
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Susan & Piet Bos - Visser posted a condolence
Card rec'd from Mom/Oma's cousin Suzan Bos-Visser & husband Piet. Dear William, Bette, Robert, Jacky, Debbie and families, Please accept our condolences on the death of your Mother. We were very upset to get this sad news so unexpectedly, because some weeks ago we had a long telephone call with her and we had some good laughs together. We will miss these telephone calls very much. We wish you much strength with this great loass. Sincere greetings, Susan and Piet Bos - Visser
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Leyana Devroe posted a condolence
I'm going to miss Oma Suzan very much. I just wish I could have spent more time with her. I look forward to seeing her again in the new system and getting to know her better. Much love to all of the family.
Leyana
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Brenda Ann Devroe Soghikian posted a condolence
To the entire Devroe Family my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother Suzan Mattie. I cannot put into words the feelings I have for my dear Oma She was such a strong woman, full of life and vigor in everything that she did. I loved going to Oma and Opa's house in PA and just wandering around the different rooms looking at all of the pictures and photos and knick knacks from their various travels around the world. She always had a great story or experience to share about her and Opa's family while looking at her many photo albums. I am so thankful for all of the family reunions we did have together in PA many summers ago. I especially loved all of her Indonesian dishes that she would prepare just for us because she knew we enjoyed them as much as she did. I take comfort knowing that she passed away so peacefully without any suffering as she only would have wanted. Now she and Opa are together again and I will be forever grateful for all of the wonderful memories and experiences I shared with both of them. Love, Brenda Devroe Soghikain (Oma's grand-daughter)
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Kalie posted a condolence
I am a great-granddaughter of Suzan and I loved her dearly. I hope to see her in the new system.
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Debbie Devroe posted a condolence
Bill, Bette, Robert, Jacky, and the entire Devroe family. It is with true sadness that the life we shared with mom is now just a memory. There have been so many memories during the last 41 years that I knew her. She was such a complex woman. It is difficult to even put my feelings into words. Mom was worldly, yet a homebody. She was very artistic and creative; a terrific housewife and cook. An extremely devoted wife. Mom possessed many admirable qualities. Looking back over the years that Harry and I lived overseas, I am grateful that we were able to share a little of our life with both mom and dad when they visited us in Tokyo, and Hong Kong Their visiting us 2x in Holland allowed us to show them the Holland as they remembered it, as well as, the ''new'' Holland we knew. I have so many mixed emotions about mom. The deepest feeling and fondest memory I will have is this last year. After Harry died, mom was most kind, and caring to me. She encouraged me in so many ways. I could cry and she would understand the emptiness and loss that I was feeling without Harry. I will truly miss our telephone conversations, as it helped me get through some very,very difficult days. I would like to believe that Mom, Dad and Harry are in heaven together looking down on each of us with love and pride. May she rest in peace, and know that she will be missed by so many, yet her memory will live forever in our hearts.
Debbie --daughter-in-law
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Brian Devroe posted a condolence
The Devroe Family...
Our sincere condolences and sympathy on the sudden, unexpected loss of our Oma. She was definately a special and unique individual. Full of wonderful stories, memories, and experiences with Opa, she was never short of words. Personally, I will never forget their retirement house in PA which was the scene of many Devroe family reunions and pool parties. Oma lived a good, quality life filled with many people who loved her. She was so fortunate and blessed to experience all she did around the world, raising three sons (who I'm sure were a handful), coupled with being married to Opa for 61 terrific years. Although I write this with a heavy heart, knowing Oma, she would not want us to mourn her passing, but to celebrate and reflect on her 85 years of good life. We all have our own memories of both her and Opa, so take the time to reflect and look back on all of those special and cherished moments. A special and warm thanks to Jennifer and Nettie, along with Perry and Chris, for their essential support, strength, and courage the morning of Oma's passing. Be strong and stay safe. Love, Brian & Kara
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Bonnie Malik posted a condolence
Dear Dad and Mom, Aunt Debbie, and Aunt Jackie and Uncle Robert, Still a shock that Oma passed away so suddenly but my memories of her will stay with me for a lifetime. Dad, I know Oma is so thankful for all that you have done for her and you are missing her greatly - she is now resting in peace with Opa and we can be very proud that she and Opa had a wonderful, long life together. I remember some of her fond stories that she has told me, I have a box of letters that she has sent me - she was a unique person who experienced a very intersting life of travels, languages, and culture. She will be missed, condoleneces to the entire family - and many thanks to Brian and Jennifer who were by Oma's side and made her comfortable that Sunday morning. With love, Bonnie Devroe Malik (Oma's Grand-daughter).
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Emma Townsend posted a condolence
A sympathy card was rec'd from Emma Townsend who is a resident at Renaissance Gardens. "Her presence will be felt for a long, long time here. God's blessings, Emma Townsend"
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Joan Bickler posted a condolence
Bill, Bette, Robert, Jackie, Debbie & families, I will truly miss my best friend. Love to you all and keep in touch. Joan Bickler
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Nancy Bondonna posted a condolence
Sympathy card rec'd as follows from Nancy Bondonna who is a resident at Renaissance Gardens: Dear Bill & family, Prayers and love upon the passing of your Mom, Suzan. She was a beautiful women inside & out and a wonderful person to share "living" with. It is a tremendous loss for all of us here in Renaissance Gardens. My deepest sympathy to all the family. Love, Nancy
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Elaine Keefer posted a condolence
Sympathy card rec'd from Elaine Keefer, RN Renissance Gardens: Dear William & family of our dear Suzan, We have truly been blessed to have known your Mom. She is a special person with so much of life's experiences. We offer our sympathy & compassion upon her passing. Love from ALL our Staff. Love, Elaine D. Keefer PS Enclosed is a photo I think is the essence of Suzan, taken at a tea about one year ago. God bless yopu all. EDK
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Egelsen Family posted a condolence
Sympathy card rec'd as follows
Dear Bill & Family,
We shall miss your mother very much. She was a delight at the dining room at Renaissance Gardens. Our parents - Muriel & Raplh Egelsen used to eat at the same table as she did. This table is quite close and we, as daughters, got to know each of the residents quite well. We all especially enjoyed your mother's recollections on her life abroad with your Dad and the "war". She used to teach us some French sayings, much to her delight. We are thinking of you at this time. We were so saddened to hear about your mother's passing last weekend.
Bobbi & Pete Cetta
Bette ann & Wm. Rekenack
Jan & Dennis Lee
Karin & Paul Fuzzi
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Anne and Bob Chichester posted a condolence
Anne and I wish to express our condolences to the entire Devroe family on the loss of Oma Suzan. Anne's Mother was our Oma and she is still in our thoughts today. For Bill, the loss is indeed a heavy burden but we have learned that through time, the good memories of the past will soften the loss. Again, our sincerest condolences on your loss and we'll keep you in our prayers. Anne and Bob
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