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Rice Lake, WI, United States
My home town is Rice Lake, a small town in northern Wisconsin. I own Red House Wool Studio~ an in-home wool and rug hooking business. I enjoy collecting and decorating with antiques and primitives. Orange Sink Blog is a journal of my interests and ramblings about life. Cathy Greschner

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Saturday, August 13, 2016

Rest In Peace Sweet Mom


My Wonderful Mom
November 14, 1930 ~~ August 12, 2016

Shirley Hoeft Johnston
Survived by children, Cathleen (David) Greschner  Rice Lake, WI
Ronald ( Virginia) Johnston  New Trier, MN
Tracy (Lillian) Johnston  Cameron, WI
Gail (James) Mussehl   Cameron, WI
Michelle (Wes) Sweeney   Wisconsin Rapids, WI


Sister Sharon ( Richard) Brogan  Eau Claire, WI
Brother Randy Hoeft, Milwaukee, WI


Oh so hard.... but knowing she is at peace,  her pain and suffering over, is helping me to cope with losing her.  THANK YOU all from the bottom of my heart for your kind kind words on my last post! It means the world to me and your prayers and comments are so deeply appreciated! 



Cathy G









40 comments:

  1. Sorry for your family's loss yet she is no longer in pain and suffering. Think of this as a voyage where the ship leaves the dock and gets to the horizon where you can no longer view it from where you stand at shore. You know the ship is there ~ you just can't see it. The memories and love remain with you. Hope those fond memories help you heal.

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  2. May you and your family celebrate your mother's life and reflect on the wonderful memories she left behind.

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  3. Dear Cathy, my deepest condolences on the loss of your loving mom. You will be feeling her presence for a long time. Although her life on earth is over, she is not lost as she has found her way to a higher peaceful life with the Lord. Someday our turn will come. She will be there to greet you when your turn comes.

    May the good memories of her life with you brightens your days at this difficult time. Sending love and prayers.
    (((Warm hugs)))
    Julia

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  4. Dear Cathy,
    May the words of this old song bring comfort!
    But just think of stepping on shore,
    And finding it Heaven!
    If touching a hand, and finding it God,
    Of breathing new air and finding it celestial,
    Of waking up in Glory,
    And finding it Home!
    Sending Love and Big Hugs, my friend~
    Julie

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  5. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
    Jenny

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  6. So sorry .....my thoughts and prayers are with you thru this difficult time .....

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  7. Sending you my deepest sympathy. Prayers to you and all of your family. Keep the good memories in your heart.

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  8. Cathy, my heart breaks for you. You are in my prayers.

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  9. I know how hard it is to lose your mom but the peace of knowing she is at peace and no longer suffering. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.

    Debbie

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  10. Bless you all in your time of sorrow...

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  11. So sorry to hear about your mom.i know how very hard it is.

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  12. wishing you peace, comfort, wonderful memories and the love of family in the coming days...

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  13. Heartfelt condolences. It is so hard, but she is now at peace, no longer suffering. You will find comfort in that.
    I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
    Hugs,
    Lauren

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  14. So sorry for your loss. I am not sure the pain ever goes away.

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  15. Oh Cathy, I have no words to convey my respect and condolences to you. I can tell you that eventually you will find great comfort in knowing you went above and beyond for your Mother. She was blessed to have you and you were blessed with the gift of her care.
    All my love, Kim

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  16. I'm so sorry to hear. Love and hugs to you and your family. Moms are so very dear. Becky

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  17. I know, I understand, peace to you as well.

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  18. I will be praying for your family. Sending prayers and hugs your way.
    Peace be with you.

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  19. Celebrate her life and hold on to your memories. I lost both parents three months apart. It does get better and knowing that she no longer suffers should bring you peace. Sending kind thoughts and prayers your way...

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  20. So sorry for your loss Cathy.., prayers and thoughts are with you...

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  21. So very sorry Cathy!
    Hugs!
    Don't rush your grief, take your time, and try to remember the sweet times you shared with her.
    Bless you!

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  22. So very sorry for your loss...

    "May your memories give you peace and comfort"

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  23. I'm so very sorry, Cathy. Prayers of comfort and peace for you and your family. Big hugs, Lori

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  24. Sorry for the loss of your dear Mom. You have wonderful memories so hoping that brings you some comfort and peace. Hugs, Marie

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  25. I am so terribly sorry for your loss.

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  26. So very sorry so hard to lose your mom no mater how old we are.
    Cathy

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  27. Dear Cathy, I am so sorry for your loss. Sarah

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  28. I am so very sorry, Cathy. I hope your memories of happier times and the knowledge that you did well by your mom will ease the loss you now feel so acutely. ... jan

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  29. Thinking of you and yours at this most difficult time.
    Thoughts and prayers,
    Robyn

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  30. Sending prayers for comfort and healing. I hope the day is soon that a smile at her memory will cross your lips before a tear for her loss can form in your eye..... Hugs ~ Robin

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  31. Two sorry for the loss of your dear mother. I understand how you feel. I do not know you, but I follow your blog. You have done well by your mother. Now take some time for you.

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  32. So sorry Cathy - sending many prayers.
    Karen

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  33. Cathy, my thoughts and sympathies are with you. Just know that she will always be with you - she will be that voice inside your head that helps you make the right decisions. She is in your heart always and there for you when you need her. xo

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  34. So sorry dear... Blessings and hugs ♥

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  35. Thinking of you Cathy and sending you prayers for courage and strength as you morn the loss of your dear mom.
    Hugs,
    Julia

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  36. Just found your blog via Pinterest, and had to comment. Been there 5 yrs ago with mother-in-law and last Dec with father-in-law. Truly sorry for your loss. Praying for your healing and to cherish all the memories.
    Blessings
    Debbie

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  37. I am so sorry for your loss Cathy. Hugs cheri

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