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Rick D. Hanson Feb 02 1961 - Nov 29 2009 |
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A Celebration of Life for Rick D. Hanson, age 48, of Private burial will be at Visitation will be at the Crawford Funeral Chapel on Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. Memorials may be directed to the Arrow Education Foundation, the Boys & Girls Club, and the Lake Area Technical Foundation. Rick was born on February 2, 1961, in On August 14, 1982, Rick married Lesli Jeanne Eggen in He was an active member of Trinity Episcopal Church. He was also a member of the United Way Board, the Boys & Girls Club Board, and Quarterback Club. Rick coached many youth baseball, soccer, and basketball teams while his sons were growing up. He was an avid ARROW fan and loved watching the athletes’ successes. Rick is survived by his wife, Lesli, of Watertown; his two sons: Daniel Hanson of Wichita, KS, and Joshua Hanson of Sioux Falls, SD; three brothers: Frank Hanson of Salt Lake City, UT, Jerry Hanson of St. George, UT, and Steve Delvo of Kent, WA; two sisters: Penny Williams of Salt Lake City, UT, and Carmen Houston of Travelers City, NC; his mother-in-law, Bev Eggen, of Watertown, SD; one brother-in-law, Dave (Staci) Eggen, of Longmont, CO; one sister-in-law, Lori (Roger) Liljergen, of Estelline, SD; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother.
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Comment posted by: Rev Karen Hall Fri 04th Dec 2009 09:43 pm |
| Dear Lesli, Danny and Josh, I am so very sorry to hear about Rick's death. Since hearing about his death, you have been in my thoughts and prayers. May our gracious God bless you and sustain you in these next days and may you always know God's abundant love and peace. God bless, Mo. Karen |
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Comment posted by: Mike Mensing Thu 03rd Dec 2009 05:35 pm |
| I had the pleasure of working with Rick for several years while in the same industry as HESCO. We hit it off right away and our business relationship quickly turned into a friendship. I'll never forget some of the fun times we had at food industry events. Us non-food scientists needed to stick together! While my career path took me to a different industry a few years ago, Rick and I remained in contact and I always enjoyed hearing updates on his family and his business accomplishments. I d |
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Comment posted by: Ann Eastwood Thu 03rd Dec 2009 10:10 am |
| Dan - Thinking of you today. I learned of your father's death from Sara Richadson. I just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Don't worry about one single thing in Wichita, KS. Take care. |
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Comment posted by: Katie Shriver Skibicki Thu 03rd Dec 2009 09:09 am |
| Lesli, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I have so many memories of my cheer days at WHS with you. I know how much your family means to you. You were an influence on my choices in life and now as a teacher, mentor, mother and wife, I thank you for all you gave us! My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy goes to you and your boys. God Bless, Katie |
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Comment posted by: Layne Glines Thu 03rd Dec 2009 08:33 am |
| You were an inspiration to me the 7 years we worked to together. I will miss our times together at work and traveling on the road. You were a great boss, co-worker and FRIEND. I will miss you very much! |
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Comment posted by: Keith and Jannelle Birchall Olson Thu 03rd Dec 2009 07:18 am |
| We wish you healing and peace. May your faith and love carry you all through this difficult time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers as you celebrate the life and mourn the death of your beloved. So many from all over will be thinking of you all today and sending prayers. You have our deepest symphathy.rnKeith Jannelle & families |
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Comment posted by: Jerry Burns Wed 02nd Dec 2009 10:40 pm |
| Lesli & Family, I was shocked and saddened to hear of Ricks passing. Just a real quick memmory of Rick that I would like to share. It was JR. high football, Rick was in the process of tackling Myron Kissinger. He had him wrapped up around the ankles, and I was coming at full steam. As I dove, Myron ducked, and I did the worst belly flop of my life. All I remember is Rick grabbing me by the back of the jersey, lifting me to my feet, laughing, and saying, "next time aim a little lower Burnsy" Th |
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Comment posted by: Ann Hemme Shea Wed 02nd Dec 2009 08:49 pm |
| Dear Lesli, Dan, Josh, and Rick's beloved friends and family, I don't remember ever seeing Rick without a smile, without making someone laugh, without spreading joy. Wishing you peace and comfort through this process. Loss can separate you for now, but his love will be with you always. God bless your hearts. Ann |
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Comment posted by: Robin and Darrick Moe Wed 02nd Dec 2009 08:16 pm |
| Dearest Lesli, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for God's peace during this difficult time. If you need anything please, let me know. I love you, dear friend. Robin |
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Comment posted by: Brad Deb Lauseng Wed 02nd Dec 2009 05:52 pm |
| Lesli and family, Just to let you know that we are thinking of you and your family at this time of sorrow. God will give you and your family all the strength you need at this time! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Take care |
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Comment posted by: Davee Bonde Buechler Wed 02nd Dec 2009 04:26 pm |
| I feel very fortunate to have met and worked with such a wonderful person. He will be missed dearly. Thinking of you. |
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Comment posted by: John and Melissa Stassi Wed 02nd Dec 2009 02:42 pm |
| Lesli,Dan,Josh and Bev, We were so surprised at the news of Rick's passing. May you find consolation in the thought that God is with you always. Keeping you in thought and prayer. John, Melissa, Jenny, Erin and Will |
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Comment posted by: Greg Fischer Wed 02nd Dec 2009 02:05 pm |
| Lesli, my heart aches for you at this time. Who knows why God in His wisdom has called Rick home so early. For us who are left it is as our soul is torn in two. Know that we lift you and your family in prayer. Rick was a remarkable person long before he became my friend 35 years ago. He still is remarkable - his light just shines in a better place now. |
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Comment posted by: Doris Stusiak Wed 02nd Dec 2009 09:36 am |
| Lesli and family, I just learned of Rick's passing. I am shocked and saddened. Please know that I am thinking of you and praying for your entire family. Doris Stusiak |
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Comment posted by: Geri Elkins Page Wed 02nd Dec 2009 09:21 am |
| My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. Penny and I were grade school friends and have seen each other a few times since. I've thought of the family many times. I am so sorry for the sorrow you are all feeling. I'd love to hear from you, Penny. bngpage@msn.com |
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Comment posted by: Greg and Jeanne Horning Wed 02nd Dec 2009 09:19 am |
| Lesli, Dan and Josh, We are so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. Like many have said already, we are praying for all of you and will continue to do so. If you could only know how many people are holding you in prayer. May God just wrap His arms around all of you right now. Love, Greg, Jeanne, Emilee and Shawn |
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Comment posted by: Pam Endres Wed 02nd Dec 2009 08:00 am |
| Lesli, Dan and Josh, When one part of the body of Christ suffers, we all suffer with it. Rick will be missed by many. He was a pleasure to know and work with. I just wanted you to know that I'm praying for you these days. |
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Comment posted by: Brad and Jami Hennrich Wed 02nd Dec 2009 12:11 am |
| It is certainly hard to really put anything into words about how much I am going to miss Rick on a daily basis. He and I started off as workers many years ago and became close friends and business partners. We shared some low times in our lives and definately some of the absolute best. On a daily basis I was fortunate enough to be called into a "meeting" in his office which would generally start with a story about his boys and all their numerous sucesses, not necessarily in athletics,(at wh |
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Comment posted by: LaVonne Klos Olson Tue 01st Dec 2009 10:46 pm |
| Dear Lesli, Josh & Dan, I am so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. It seems like yesterday we were all in high school. I remember his upbeat, always friendly way. May you feel God's loving comfort during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, LaVonne |
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Comment posted by: Jane Jaspers Tue 01st Dec 2009 09:45 pm |
| Rick was a lion-hearted, visionary leader. I still smile over a few of his particularly witty moments. He loved business but loved his family more and was proud of your accomplishments. Sure wish we could have had him close for another 48 years. My deepest sympathy-- |
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Comment posted by: Curt Ehresmann Tue 01st Dec 2009 09:40 pm |
| Lesli, Dan and Josh please know that Coleen and I are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Rick was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all. |
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Comment posted by: Doug Jane and Brock Case Tue 01st Dec 2009 08:35 pm |
| Lesli, Dan and Josh, Truly a surprise to hear of your loss. Time has passed since we last saw you however those "Lightning" memories will always be like yesterday. I can still recall Rick's smile and the look in his eye. We will never truly understand the circle of life, our thoughts and prayers are with you. |
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Comment posted by: Mike Haraldson Tue 01st Dec 2009 08:10 pm |
| Lesli & sons, You are all in my prayers. Our class reunion this summer with Rick was great. Yes Rick, time is short. We didn't know how short. Family, friends...a good bye to soon. |
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Comment posted by: Emily Fishman Novick Tue 01st Dec 2009 08:00 pm |
| I am so sad. I knew Dick since kindergarten and it was a long and endearing friendship. I will miss him terribly. |
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Comment posted by: Craig and Connie Hanson Tue 01st Dec 2009 06:57 pm |
| Leslie & boys, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband & father. We are praying for peace & understanding for you. Please know, as you walk down this hard road, you have people that sincerely care. God Bless. |
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Comment posted by: Josh Seezs Family Tue 01st Dec 2009 06:30 pm |
| Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. |
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Comment posted by: Lisa Doug and Kelly Oelrich Tue 01st Dec 2009 06:15 pm |
| Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We are thinking of all of you. |
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Comment posted by: Mike Kieso Tue 01st Dec 2009 05:24 pm |
| Leslie and family,please know that you are in the prayers of many and have the support of a great community that loved and respected a good man.rn God bless yourn |
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Comment posted by: Nancy Mundhenke Bickett Tue 01st Dec 2009 05:17 pm |
| Lesli & sons, You are all in my prayers. I was so sad when I heard. It was an absolute delight to see Rick at our Class Reunion this summer, he truely was a proud father and husband. He will be missed so very much! God Bless You all and Cherish the Memories. Nancy |
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Comment posted by: Bob Timmerman Tue 01st Dec 2009 05:15 pm |
| Dear Leslie and family, Rick and I knew each other most of our 48 years. He was always the better friend - someone I always looked up to. I’ll remember Rick’s ease with conversation, dedication and success in whatever he did, and pride in his family. I will miss him. May God bless you. Bob |
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Comment posted by: Vance and Jessica Newman Tue 01st Dec 2009 04:15 pm |
| Lesli, Dan, and JoshrnWe are so sorry for your loss, yet so happy to have had the chance to know such a great man and friend. Please know that you and your entire family are in our thoughts. God Bless. |
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Comment posted by: Kristi Tarbox Tue 01st Dec 2009 04:08 pm |
| To Lesli, Dan, and Josh~ You should be very proud to have such an amazing man in your lives. I can only picture him w/ that smirk on his face, usually preceding a smart-alec comment.... true to Rick! We'll all miss him terribly, but look back on our days w/ him w/ as such a blessing. |
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Comment posted by: Linda Resmen Tue 01st Dec 2009 03:52 pm |
| Leslie, Dan and Josh, My heart is heavy since hearing the news about Rick. I cannot stop thinking about your family. What an example of a husband and father Rick was for all to see. He loved his family deeply and was so proud of all of you. I don't remember a time when you and Rick weren't together Leslie, so many years. May God help see you through this time and know that you are in so many prayers. Your family has touched alot of lives. God Bless you. |
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Comment posted by: Diane Kirchmeier Tue 01st Dec 2009 03:45 pm |
| Lesli, Dan, Josh and family, All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Diane |
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Comment posted by: Louise and Pat Towle Tue 01st Dec 2009 03:23 pm |
| Lesli, Josh and Dan - what a great man to leave us so soon. Rick will be surely missed at the rec center - one person who could sweat as much as I do - there will be an empty space on the noon and Sunday night hoops team. rnrnJust know we are here for you and are in our thoughts and prayers... |
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Comment posted by: Gary and Sue Reichling Tue 01st Dec 2009 02:42 pm |
| Dear Lesli and Family, We are shocked and deeply saddened to hear about Rick. Please know how very sorry we are. Our prayers are with you and your family. Gary and Sue Reichling |
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Comment posted by: Mark and Laura Bayles Tue 01st Dec 2009 02:36 pm |
| Lesli, Dan, Josh and family, you are all in our constant thoughts and prayers. Cherish those memories and hold onto them, remembering all the wonderful ones you made. Hold onto one another and take comfort in all the love and support you have all around you. |
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Comment posted by: Bobi Schaefer Deneke Tue 01st Dec 2009 02:19 pm |
| Leslie & Family, My deepest sympathy to you. Rick was a great friend, husband and father. He will be missed by all. I am deeply saddened by his sudden passing. My prayers are with you. |
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Comment posted by: Fr David Hussey Tue 01st Dec 2009 02:01 pm |
| Dear Lesli, Our prayers, thoughts and hearts are with you and your family. Fr. David, Rev. Mercy (Hobbs) and Claire |
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Comment posted by: Carolyn Ware Tue 01st Dec 2009 01:23 pm |
| Lesli and family So sorry to hear about your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. rnWith my deepest sympathy,Carolyn Ware |
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Comment posted by: Carol Hanson Tue 01st Dec 2009 11:58 am |
| Lesli, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We have such wonderful memories that will always be with us. Love to you and the boys. Carol, Jason, Shaun & Erin |
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Comment posted by: Ed and Cathy Knadle Tue 01st Dec 2009 11:13 am |
| Lesli and family- We are thinking of you...may your memories comfort you and help you walk this long road ahead... Our prayers are with you...Ed and Cathy Knadle |
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Comment posted by: Steve Delvo Tue 01st Dec 2009 11:00 am |
| Leslie Cant' find any words to express how we feel, but please take comfort in knowing that you are in our prayers. Steve and family |
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Comment posted by: Missy Ahlers Tue 01st Dec 2009 10:21 am |
| Lesli,rnSo sorry to hear about your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.rnWith my deepest sympathy, Missy Ahlers |
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Comment posted by: Gary Timmerman Tue 01st Dec 2009 10:07 am |
| Leslie, Dan and Josh, We are so very sorry to hear of Rick's passing. What a dear friend and example to me and all who knew him. Our prayers and thoughts go with you. Gary T |
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Comment posted by: Burt Seifel Tue 01st Dec 2009 10:01 am |
| Lesli Josh and family, I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Rick, a husband, father and gift to all. Know that time will help but hope and strength in knowing that you are not alone, for he will always be in your heart. My deepest sympathy and my thoughts are with you.. God Bless. |
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Comment posted by: Jan and Mike Mullin Tue 01st Dec 2009 09:50 am |
| Dear Lesli and Family - you're in our thoughts and prayers. God be with you. |
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Comment posted by: Ruth and Darrel Haugerud Tue 01st Dec 2009 09:49 am |
| Dear Lesli and family, Our deepest sympathy to you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ruth and Darrel Haugerud |
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Comment posted by: Heather Houston Tue 01st Dec 2009 08:35 am |
| It's been so long since I visited with my family up north, Uncle Rick included. I think last time I saw everyone was when Josh was a toddler and was showing off his pacifier-flipping trick while sitting on Rick's shoulders. Uncle Rick was the sweetest (and tallest) uncle...which made it easy for him to hang us kids in the tree everytime we begged him too! He will be dearly missed and I know he has touched everyone's life in a positive way that he ever met.Aunt Lesli, you are in my prayers...a |
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Comment posted by: Mary Kay Black Florence Mon 30th Nov 2009 11:25 pm |
| Thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time. |
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Comment posted by: Annette and Jeff Gamber Mon 30th Nov 2009 11:00 pm |
| Leslie and family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Rick what a great man and human being, his life was definetly cut short, may you find comfort in knowing that Eric Loved all of you so much, like family, and I honestly feel he is making sure that Rick knows he is there as well. We will continue to keep all of you in our prayers and please if there is any way we can help through this difficult time please let us know anything ok.. All our love Annette & Jeff Gamber |
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Comment posted by: Nate Stormo Mon 30th Nov 2009 10:06 pm |
| Lesli:rnrnI am sorry to hear about your loss. Rick was always a great guy and a great friend. We will be thinking of you and praying for you and your family.rnrnNate, Tammy, Drew & Brooke Stormo |
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Comment posted by: Kimberly Kludt Mon 30th Nov 2009 09:23 pm |
| Lesli, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm terribly sorry for your loss. |
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Comment posted by: Matthew Houston Mon 30th Nov 2009 09:11 pm |
| Uncle Rick, you'll be missed. Love you. |
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Comment posted by: Travis Sitter Mon 30th Nov 2009 08:55 pm |
| I will miss you buddy......you're in my thoughts and prayers....always. |
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Comment posted by: Kay Freund Mon 30th Nov 2009 08:31 pm |
| Leslie and family - I'm so sorry to hear of your loss of Rick. My sympathy and prayers are with you all of you. Love, Kay (Stormo) Freund |
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Comment posted by: Andy and Becky Mahowald Mon 30th Nov 2009 06:59 pm |
| Lesli, Dan and Josh, You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Please know that many people are thinking of you and praying for you continuously! The Mahowalds |
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Comment posted by: Carmen Mon 30th Nov 2009 06:32 pm |
| You will be missed little brother. |
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Comment posted by: Aimee Grosdidier Mon 30th Nov 2009 05:35 pm |
| Rick will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was always there to give laugh or two. |
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Comment posted by: Kristinn Heinrichs Mon 30th Nov 2009 05:16 pm |
| Dear Lesli, Bev, Lori, Dave, and the rest of the Hanson/Eggen family: I'm so sorry to learn of your sudden loss of Rick, your husband, father, son, brother. I have no words to adequately provide comfort, but please know that you are surrounded by friends near and far from all the seasons in your life. "When we honestly ask ourselves which person in our lives mean the most to us, we often find that it is those who, instead of giving advice, solutions, or cures, have chosen rather to sha |
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Comment posted by: Sheri Rokusek Mon 30th Nov 2009 05:01 pm |
| My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. |
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Comment posted by: Jaime Stricker Mon 30th Nov 2009 04:58 pm |
| Lesli and family, I am so very surprised and saddened to hear about your loss. Our family is thinking of yours during this difficult time. Jason('91, Jaime, Joshua and Andrew Stricker |
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Comment posted by: Kari Johnston Mon 30th Nov 2009 04:45 pm |
| Lesli and family, We are thinking of you during this difficult time and will pray that the memories you have with shared with your husband and father will bring you some comfort. God Bless |
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Comment posted by: Lonnie and Lexie Vetch Mon 30th Nov 2009 04:42 pm |
| Lesli and family,rnWords cannot express the saddness that we feel in our hearts for all of you! May the Lord give you peace, comfort and strength during this time and in the days ahead. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you.rnLonnie and Lexie VetchrnGlenda, Ryan, and Nathan MaxtedrnMisty, Ben, Benjamin and Maggie Schneider |
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Comment posted by: Ann Juba Laurier Mon 30th Nov 2009 04:29 pm |
| Lesli, It seems like yesterday when we were in high school. You dressed in your cheerleading outfit waiting after the game for the football players(Rick) to come. It has been pure joy to watch as you and Rick grew in your love of each other. May you feel the warmth of God around you. He will carry you through this trying time for you and for your children. Rick's legacy will live on in Dan and Josh. Take care, Ann |
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