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Linda and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Linda, I am so proud of how you cared for your mama. I know she was an amazing mother because she raised such an wonderful daughter. I love all of these photos. Hold those great memories close to your heart and find peace that you said everything and did everything you needed for your sweet mama. I’m so glad I had the chance to meet her.
I didn’t know Maria very long. She was a beautiful lady, inside and out! You are home now Maria, and I know you will be watching over your beautiful family.
God bless & my condolences and prayers for all! ❤️🙏🏼
I will always remember Maria Gordon as the talented seamstress, gardener, swimmer, comedian and the most loving Oma to all her grandkids. I will never forget how lucky I was to be able to run next door throughout my entire childhood to see my Oma, where she never failed to spread her joy and laughter or make me one of those "smoodies". I know how happy and peaceful she is knowing how much love and support she had during her last moments - the same love and support she gave everyone she touched. We love you and miss you so much Oma.
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Thank you Daryl for sharing your kind words and memories. Kira told Oma that she could take credit in all her kids and grandkid's successes - that she was the root of it all. Your memories and thoughts of Oma are most appreciated.
Oma was a wonderful mother and grandmother. I will always remember her smile and giggle. She smiled often when her family was around. Her house was always open to her many grandkids and she never made a fuss about us being there getting into things, experimenting in her kitchen, or making things dirtier. My favorite memory with her is when she and Aunt Sylvi spent a few weeks teaching me the basics of sewing one summer while I was home from college. We made a beautiful dress and handbag. I cherish those memories. I am grateful to have had an Oma who invested her time and love into my life. I wish I could have gone to Germany with her. I’m sure she would have had so many incredible stories to share. I hope to visit with family one day in her honor. We miss and love you Oma. Thank you for the way you loved all of us in our family.
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Thank you Jessica. Mom was so happy you had an interest in sewing and that we could help you make something you needed. I recognized the dress you made in the group picture at her 75th birthday surprise on the boat. I hope you are able to visit Germany too. It will make you feel close to her as you see places and hear stories of where she grew up. It's very beautiful there. Your shared memories are appreciated.
I have a lifetime of favorite memories with my Mom. She was a very talented lady and a fashionista too. My best memories come from the things she taught me as a child. I feel all her good qualities were passed on to me. I especially enjoyed our summers together and experiencing new places. Kira and I loved making her laugh. She has definitely been a precious gift in my life. Send me signs Mom. I love you deeply.
Lots of Memories, of course, but here are a few, Mom.... 🙂
Mom loved hanging out by the pool and gardening with the stereo speaker in the window listening to her favorite German and American songs. I still have that
"tape".
Her Laughter with her friends and family. A good Bowler. A mighty Green Thumb! Radishes and Beer! And always drank beer from a glass. Got me into Vitamins. Big fan of my gymnastics and boasted to her friends I was her "Olympian" (my response was always, "Oh, Mom"...) Her Love for her German family. Talented Seamstress. Margarita's. Loved wearing hats! Rain Lillies, Amaryllis and Hibiscus flowers.
She flew to Germany with a 2 year old and 4 year old in tow to give birth to me in her Mom’s gasthaus.
And the last several years we were each others workout buddy.
I miss You so much, Mom! Prost!
Herzogenaurach was home to “Gebrüder Dassler Schuhfabrik”
(English: Dassler Brothers Shoe Factory).