Condolence: Gretchen, below is my Mom's favorite Connie Francis song and mine too. I just had to share this beautiful tribute to your Mom.

When the evening shadows fall
and the lovely day is through,
Then with longing I recall
the years I spent with you.
Mama, I miss the days
when you were near to guide me,
Mama, those happy days
when you were here beside me.
Safe in the glow of your love,
Sent from the heavens above,
Nothing can ever replace
The warmth of your tender embrace.
Oh, Mama, until the day
that we're together once more,
I'll live in these memories
Until the day that we're together once more

Love,
MK

Condolence: Mary was such a wonderful friend to my Mother, Glady Schempp. I remember many lovely chats they had, and I was lucky enough to be included. In particular, I recall that they were both watching a telethon. Mary was so hoping that Raymond Burr would answer the phone when she called in her donation...I can't remember my Mom's preference.

My condolences, Gretchen. It's so hard at this time. I know your Mom had a love for life and shared that with others. May your memories sustain you.