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Bohan Family posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Dear Karen,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the sudden death of your mother. We are thinking of you, Vinny, little Conall & Malachy and all the Bradford Family at this sad time. There are no true words to ease the pain but know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Teresa, Kevin & Colette Bohan
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Meredith and Jan Hiemstra posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Oh Bradford's. I am so sorry. Gretchen was a special lady/mother/friend and one of my favorite friend's of Mom. I'm glad she was blessed with grandchildren before she left this world and 3 really great kids. She was always like an Aunt to me. She took good care of me, my whole life. I am honored to have known her and to know you. Karen and Vinny, I hope to see you in Bahrain, maybe in early April? My thoughts are with you. Love, Meredith and Jan
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Barbara Montgomery posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Mrs. Bradford taught both of my daughters at Aiken Elementary. She was a great teacher. When I became a teacher myself she was a wonderful inspiration. She will be greatly missed. My prayers and thoughts are with the family in your time of sorrow.
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Sally S. Bradley posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Gretchen was a lovely woman who made a positive difference in the world. May you be sustained by your memories.
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Neil Grigg posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
So sorry about Gretchen's passing. She was a bright light. We recall her from days in Fort Collins, when Bruce was studying for his PhD at Colorado State, and from Atlanta, when we were working together. Best wishes and sympathy to family. Neil Grigg
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Jim Bartholomew posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Meghan,
I feel like our two families have just begun a long and amazing road together and now the time we spend with your mom has been cut off just as it was beginning. I know that you and her were very close and she was a wonderful mother and a great companion and friend. And even though we can't all be there with you now, please remember that all the Bartholomews are thinking about you now and we love you, Scott, Karen and your dad very much.
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Cathy Sheehan posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
I have worked with Gretchan for almost 18 years. I was really getting to know her this last year because it was my first year to work in fourth grade. My prayers are with you all. She was a great lady and will be sorely missed. May God continue to give you strength to see you through the days ahead. Sincerely, Betsy Stroman
Gretchan was a wonderful teacher. I will miss seeing her each day as we work to teach our wonderful students at Aiken El. Her memory will live on with us forever. May God Bless you and your family,
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Melanie Driscoll posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
I've worked in Pod 4 with Gretchen since 1998. She was a refined lady and a wonderful teacher. She was a kind and caring lady who always treated my Special Ed. students with tenderness. I will miss her greatly.
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The Crossan Family posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
We wish to offer our sincere sympathies to Karen, Meghan, Scott, and Bruce at this very difficult time in your lives. While nothing can replace a dearly loved wife and mother, we hope that time will help to heal your great loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Elizabeth BasshamDiehl posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Dear Scott, Karen, and Meghan,
I am so sad to hear of the loss of your mother. I can only imagine how hard this must be. As a mother myself, I know that you, her children, must have been her greatest joy. I hope you find solace in eachother- siblings are such a blessing. I am deeply sorry and you will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Beth Bennett posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Mrs. Bradford and I worked at Aiken Elementary together for 7 years. I was so sad to hear of her death. What a wonderful lady; I adored her! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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The Lundblade Family posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Gretchen taught both Summer & Eric at Aiken El. She was a wonderful and kind lady. Her love for her students touched their lives as well as ours. We will remember her fondly and always smile when we speak of "Mrs Bradford".
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gary adamson posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
It is with sincere regret that the Gary AÌŠdamson family cannot be with you today. Your mother was a fine person and I am sure you will miss her greatly. Our family Ryil and Pauline and Dylan AÌŠdamson, Jaime and Rona Gomez with Dominic, IÌ‚iego, and Grace Gomez, Theran and Carrie Adamson with Jaden and Kyra Adamson, Shane and Beata Adamson Tavin Tavin and Sherese Adamson all send their love.
Gary Adamson
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John O Reilly posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
I would like to offer my heartfelt sympathies to Karen and Vinny, Meghan and Scott and all the Braford family at this time of their terrible loss. Words can bring very little comfort at a time like this and I only hope as you face the future your happy memories can sustain you. Those who bloom in the hearts of others never fade away.
Love
John
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Mary Davis posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Meghan Bartholomew and Family,
It has been a long time since you and Dana played tennis, but I have the fondest memories of you and your mother. I am so sorry this has happened to someone so young as her, but try to keep the good memories and be glad for the time you had. We lost Dana's dad in 2003 to cancer and we know how you feel. God Bless All of You.
Mary Davis
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Rob,Kathy, Kara, Chelsea Bentley posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Megan & Family,
We were so sad to hear the news of your mother's passing. May God comort you through this most difficult time. We are grieving with you and will be praying for all of you. What a rich heritage and great example she has left to her kids and grandkids.
Thinking of you all,
Kathy, Rob, Kara & Chelsea
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Shane Crossan posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
On behalf of Moe, Jacob and myself, i would like to offer my sympathy to the Bradford Family. I did not know Gretchen too well, but I know she was very supportive to Karen and Vinny over the last few years, and loved Malachy and Connell dearly. Death of a loved One is hard to come to terms with, and all the more when their departure is sudden.
Our thoughts and prayers will be with you over the coming days and months,
love
Shane Crossan.
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Helen & Richard Cook posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
What a beautiful legacy to leave your grands and your daughter and her husband that you spent your life caring about children...God needed a caring "grandma" that is why He called you home!
Peace to you and yours!
Love,
Helen & Dick
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The Rash Family posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
We feel very honored to have known Mrs Bradford. While I was working with her to make your childhood memories for the slide show. I remember being especially amazed at how she remembered and noted so many small details of your life. Each tiny memory was special to her. It was clear how very much she loved you all. Our family is praying that the Lord will bring His peace and His comfort to your heart during this very difficult time.
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Connie Ferrell posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Gretchen was a wonderful friend and an excellent teacher. We shared a lot of funny and sad times, and I will miss her.
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Bill Bassham posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
I know Scott better than the rest of the family but my heartfelt prayers are going out to all of you during this time.
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Joe & Donna Yanek posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Bruce, Karen, Meghan and Scott - Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss for the family.
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Elizabeth Durden Greene posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Mrs. Bradford was my absolute favorite teacher and a wonderful person. I cannot imagine what her family is going through now, as it must be a struggle, but remember the happy times and know that the Bradford family is in many people?s prayers. Scott, my thoughts & prayers are with you.
Love,
Elizabeth Durden Greene
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Greg Perkins posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Bruce and family,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Gretchen. May the thoughts and prayers of all those that grieve with you give you strength.
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Liz Neal, EdenGardens posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
What a great lady. I have had the priviledge of knowing her for only a short while but during that time I have witnessed her dedication to her father and step-mother. I can only surmise that she carried this same dedication to her husband, children and students.Her contagious laugh and positive attitude will be greatly missed.
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Kirby Williamson posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
I am in Mrs.Bradford's 4th grade class this year. I'm going to miss her very much. She was a great teacher, and I was learning alot with her. Me and all my classmates know it will never be the same. I will always remember her.
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Declan Bohan posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
To: Karen & the Bradford Family,
Myself and Attracta wish to offer our deepest sympathy to you, Vinny, Conall & Malachy and the Bradford family on the untimely death of Gretchen.
We are thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Attracta & Declan Bohan
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Damian Tiernan posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Karen,
Deepest condolensces on the sudden death of your mother. We are thinking of you at this time and our prayers and thoughts are with you and your Father, and Meghan and Scott.
Our thoughts are with Vinny, and also of course Conall and Malachy on the loss of their grandmother.
Altough they may not remember her personally, I'm sure they will be reminded of her as they grow up.Her memory will live on long after she has departed.
Ar dheis de go raibh si.
All our love
Damian, Orlagh, Maebh and Clodagh
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PEYTON SIMMONS posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Mrs. Bradford was my fourth grade teacher. I am in the fifth grade now and I will miss her very much.
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Vicki Snow posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
I was praying for your family during the service . Gretchen was a dear friend and a really classy lady. She will be missed very much.
Vicki Snow
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Michele B. Conner posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Grethen was a wonderful, caring person and teacher. I met and worked with Gretchen at Aiken Elementary and respected her as a professional. Whenever we had a child that needed something extra from a teacher - love and discipline - Gretchen was the perfect choice. She will be missed by many people. I extend my sympathies and prayers to her family.
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Catheine Georgianna Schurig posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Gretchen. I have not seen her since we graduated high school together. I was unable to be in Syracuse when she visited and was truly sorry. My prayers and thoughts are with her family.
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Fr. Vincent Connaughton posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
I was deeply shocked to hear of the death of Gretchen.I have very happy memeories of her at the Wedding of Karen and Vinny some years ago. Please accept my sincere sympathy at this sad and difficult time. I pray that the Christ Child of the Crib this Christmas will be your healing and hope in the time ahead.
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Suzanne Jacobs posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
Dear Bruce and Family...Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. As a fellow Trinity graduate, I have fond memories of Gretchen - of a seemingly perpetual smile and contagious laugh. It is evident from other entries in the guestbook that Gretchen had a positive impact on many, many lives; how fortunate your family and her students have been! I hope that your memories and love for one another sustain you through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Sue Provo Jacobs
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Malynda Young posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2013
My prayers to the family. The teachers and students of Aiken El will miss Gretchen's patient and quiet sacrifices to do the best possible for her students. Gretchen worked to make even her most difficult challenges successful accomplishments for her students. For example, she successfully completed her technology project with her students to meet her evaluation goals this year despite her fears of having to accomplish most of this task on her own. Her awards for her bravery are surely being hailed upon her in heaven. My condolences to her family that she talked about so often.
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Marty Loux Wicksall posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2005
I was so saddened to hear the news about Gretchen. I had not seen her since ours days at North Syracuse Central High School. I am sure that she brought as much joy and light to many in the years that followed as she did when I knew her. Gretchen will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
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Karen Crossan posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2005
Dear Karen, Meghan and Scott, Please know that I've been thinking about you since I heard the news of the untimely death of your mother. Please accept my sincerest wishes of sympathy. To your father Bruce, I also offer my condolences. I hope that the time you spend together will help to ease the pain of your loss.
Yours sincerely,
Karen Crossan
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Declan Bohan posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
To: Karen & the Bradford Family,
Myself and Attracta wish to offer our deepest sympathy to you, Vinny, Conall & Malachy and the Bradford family on the untimely death of Gretchen.
We are thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Attracta & Declan Bohan
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Bohan Family posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
Dear Karen,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the sudden death of your mother. We are thinking of you, Vinny, little Conall & Malachy and all the Bradford Family at this sad time. There are no true words to ease the pain but know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Teresa, Kevin & Colette Bohan
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Sharon Strong Shotsie posted a condolence
Sunday, December 11, 2005
MEMORIAL SERVICE TESTIMONIAL FROM SHARON STRONG IN ABSENTIA
As we head north from Aiken to Richmond, it is with regret and heavy hearts that we cannot be present for this memorial service. Therefore, I have asked Rita Dillon to please deliver this testimonial for me.
It is no secret that Gretchen and Cousin Brucie met through the Trinity/Squires connection. The Trinity girls endorsed Bruce wholeheartedly, even though it meant moving Gretchen to Colorado. Distance did not end the friendships ? in fact it solidified them even more as we had children at the same time. First came Eric Strong, and then came Meghan Bradford. Then came Meredith Strong, and then came Karen Bradford. And to everyone?s delight, then Scott.
We had many holidays, beach trips, shopping sprees and college shopping trips together.
But back when my children were little and we were concerned with the issue of who would care for them should anything happen to us, it was mutually agreed and legally documented that Gretchen and Bruce would assume this responsibility. What better love is there in friendship than to ask your dearest and most loyal friends to assume the role of parents? Although this never came to fruition thankfully, it was a comfort nonetheless knowing two friends that shared our every value would raise our children. What a beautiful relationship!
Now then, fast-forward thirty years. There are four beautiful grandchildren who have their beautiful grandmother Gretchen watching and inspiring them from her new, special place.
I commit to these boys that every chance I get, I will help fulfill the role of loving Auntie ? just as Gretchen committed to parenting my children thirty years ago. Dearest Bruce, Scott, Meghan and Karen, let me, together with my soon-to-be husband Ned, promise you that we will continue to be in your lives and the lives of your children. We already started our mission yesterday by taking Sam to the park and by giving Sam, Malachy and Adam their baths last night.
Let me honor my love and friendship with Gretchen by continuing to be a part of all of your lives.
I will end by acknowledging Gretchen?s love of life ? she lived life laughing, dancing, singing, sharing, teaching, parenting and loving all of us.
Gretchen, you have been a gift to us all. Now go be with Inga and Riley where you can laugh at all of us as we live the rest of our lives here on earth. We will join you eventually. We promise.
Love,
Shotsie
Rita Dillon added:
?I will personally add one last thought to honor our three Trinity friends with a quote from the poet, Dylan Thomas, from his poem ?Fern Hill.?
In the sun that is young once only
Time let ?us? play
And be golden
In the mercy of his means
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Damian Tiernan posted a condolence
Thursday, December 8, 2005
Karen,
Deepest condolensces on the sudden death of your mother. We are thinking of you at this time and our prayers and thoughts are with you and your Father, and Meghan and Scott.
Our thoughts are with Vinny, and also of course Conall and Malachy on the loss of their grandmother.
Altough they may not remember her personally, I'm sure they will be reminded of her as they grow up.Her memory will live on long after she has departed.
Ar dheis de go raibh si.
All our love
Damian, Orlagh, Maebh and Clodagh
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Terry Kuykendall posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2005
Bruce:
It's been a while since we worked together at NUS, but I have always had fond memories of working with you and your friendship. I'm very saddened by the lost of Gretchen, and please let me know if I can help in any way.
Terry Kuykendall
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Gary W. Williams posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2005
I didn't know Gretchen that well, but she was a North Syracuse Central School, North Syracuse, N.Y., classmate of the N.S.C.H.S. Class of 1962. She had her friends and I was just one of her classmates. from what I knew of her, she was quite the gal and class mate. I do send my sincere condolences to her husband and her children. Gary W. Williams, NSCHS Class of 1962
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Jim Bartholomew posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2005
Meghan,
I feel like our two families have just begun a long and amazing road together and now the time we spend with your mom has been cut off just as it was beginning. I know that you and her were very close and she was a wonderful mother and a great companion and friend. And even though we can't all be there with you now, please remember that all the Bartholomews are thinking about you now and we love you, Scott, Karen and your dad very much.
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Greg Perkins posted a condolence
Monday, December 5, 2005
Bruce and family,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Gretchen. May the thoughts and prayers of all those that grieve with you give you strength.
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Rona Gomez posted a condolence
Sunday, December 4, 2005
Dear Bruce, Megan, Karen and Scott - my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love to you, Rona
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Vicki Snow posted a condolence
Sunday, December 4, 2005
I was praying for your family during the service . Gretchen was a dear friend and a really classy lady. She will be missed very much.
Vicki Snow
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Lela Hunt posted a condolence
Sunday, December 4, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Gretchen will be missed by us all.
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Mary Nelson Bush posted a condolence
Sunday, December 4, 2005
Meghan,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Mary Nelson Bush
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donna reilly bafundo posted a condolence
Saturday, December 3, 2005
Dear Bruce and Family,
Last evening I received a call from Pat Hafner Lonergan with the very sad news about Gretchen's death. Gretchen was my classmate at Trinity College. She lived directly across the hall from me, and I knew her well as a happy and vibrant woman. She was especially welcoming to me as I was the only transfer student to the junior class.
Although we did not keep in touch over the years, it does not lessen my sadness that she has gone from this world. I am so sad for you, your daughters, their spouses, and your grandchildren. We, Gretchen's college classmates, share the same age and stage in life. We are all blessed with wonderful children and fabulous grandchildren who bring tremendous joy and pride to our lives. It breaks my heart that Gretchen will be missing these golden years.
Each year Pat Hafner Lonergan, Tricia Ryan Bullis, Sue Provo Jacobs and I get together for a mini reunion. We've been doing this for some 17 years. Each year we always talk about Gretchen. We have very fond memories of her goodness. When the four of us come together in the year of what would have been our 40th class reunion, we will have a Mass offered for Gretchen. Our faith convinces us that even though Gretchen has foregone the golden years of her life, her heavenly reward is even greater than anything we experience in life.
My love and prayers to you and your family.
Donna Reilly Bafundo
Trinity College, Class of 1966.
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Ryil Adamson posted a condolence
Saturday, December 3, 2005
On Thanksgiving of 1983, my grandfather Bruce's father had just died. Gretchen hosted my grandmother and I that week. I had a great, fun time, and have always appreciated it. For my Grandma, though, it was a necessary time. Gretchen guided Grandma through her first holiday alone with energy, happiness, and love. It was an act of charity, kindness, and generosity. It was an act of family. Thank you, Gretchen. I will miss you.
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Patty Lonergan posted a condolence
Saturday, December 3, 2005
Please let me extend my most heartfelt sympathy to Bruce, the children and to Pete.Gretchen was a wonderful wife,mother and teacher.But to me she was a lifelong friend.Having met when we were 10.She has been one of my dearest friends and i only regret that we got to spend such little time together in our adult life.She told me not long ago that she felt we were soulmates.And that at any time we could come together it would be just as easy to talk ,share, laugh,ect.as in the past.You will be forever in my heart my friend.I love you and I will miss you.
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Zanna Beharry posted a condolence
Saturday, December 3, 2005
Karen and family--
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Zanna and Eric
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Helen & Richard Cook posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
What a beautiful legacy to leave your grands and your daughter and her husband that you spent your life caring about children...God needed a caring "grandma" that is why He called you home!
Peace to you and yours!
Love,
Helen & Dick
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Elizabeth BasshamDiehl posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
Dear Scott, Karen, and Meghan,
I am so sad to hear of the loss of your mother. I can only imagine how hard this must be. As a mother myself, I know that you, her children, must have been her greatest joy. I hope you find solace in eachother- siblings are such a blessing. I am deeply sorry and you will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Jim and Joyce Oliver posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
Both Joyce and I were saddended to hear the news about Gretchen. Bruce and Gretchen were great friends and members of the NUS Corporation Family for many years. Gretchen was a great mother and wife and the cement for the entire family. She will be missed by all of us. Our prayers are with each member of the family during this time.
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Shane Crossan posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
On behalf of Moe, Jacob and myself, i would like to offer my sympathy to the Bradford Family. I did not know Gretchen too well, but I know she was very supportive to Karen and Vinny over the last few years, and loved Malachy and Connell dearly. Death of a loved One is hard to come to terms with, and all the more when their departure is sudden.
Our thoughts and prayers will be with you over the coming days and months,
love
Shane Crossan.
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Rob,Kathy, Kara, Chelsea Bentley posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
Megan & Family,
We were so sad to hear the news of your mother's passing. May God comort you through this most difficult time. We are grieving with you and will be praying for all of you. What a rich heritage and great example she has left to her kids and grandkids.
Thinking of you all,
Kathy, Rob, Kara & Chelsea
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Cathy Sheehan posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
I have worked with Gretchan for almost 18 years. I was really getting to know her this last year because it was my first year to work in fourth grade. My prayers are with you all. She was a great lady and will be sorely missed. May God continue to give you strength to see you through the days ahead. Sincerely, Betsy Stroman
Gretchan was a wonderful teacher. I will miss seeing her each day as we work to teach our wonderful students at Aiken El. Her memory will live on with us forever. May God Bless you and your family,
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Kathryn and Kim Hauer posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
Dear Bruce,
I am so sorry about your loss. Gretchen was such a wonderful person. I miss you. Love, Kathy
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gary adamson posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
It is with sincere regret that the Gary AÌŠdamson family cannot be with you today. Your mother was a fine person and I am sure you will miss her greatly. Our family Ryil and Pauline and Dylan AÌŠdamson, Jaime and Rona Gomez with Dominic, IÌ‚iego, and Grace Gomez, Theran and Carrie Adamson with Jaden and Kyra Adamson, Shane and Beata Adamson Tavin Tavin and Sherese Adamson all send their love.
Gary Adamson
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Elizabeth Durden Greene posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
Mrs. Bradford was my absolute favorite teacher and a wonderful person. I cannot imagine what her family is going through now, as it must be a struggle, but remember the happy times and know that the Bradford family is in many people?s prayers. Scott, my thoughts & prayers are with you.
Love,
Elizabeth Durden Greene
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John O Reilly posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
I would like to offer my heartfelt sympathies to Karen and Vinny, Meghan and Scott and all the Braford family at this time of their terrible loss. Words can bring very little comfort at a time like this and I only hope as you face the future your happy memories can sustain you. Those who bloom in the hearts of others never fade away.
Love
John
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Curtis & Shelvia Beard posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
Bruce and Family,
As Gretchen was leaving for work last week, we spoke briefly with her in the street. She was a lovely lady, upbeat and with whom it was always a pleasure to exchange pleasantries. We saw her often coming and going being her across the street neighbors. We will miss her.
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john&maryjo epps posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
Some of my most fond teaching memories include Gretchen. It was always a treat when we met and revisited our school experiences.She was one of the most charming people we've ever known. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
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Gabrielle Koscielski posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2005
I am sorry to hear of the Bradford family loss....did not know Gretchen personally but I have no doubt she was a wonderful lady, wife, mother, grandmother, and teacher. You are in my thoughts and prayers......Gabrielle Koscielski, Tetra Tech NUS - Germantown, MD.
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