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Sue Rau posted a condolence
Monday, May 15, 2006
Aunt Retta was the most unselfish person I've ever known. She was warm, loving and always happy. She reminded me of my own italian grandmother and I felt a connection with her. When the kids were small we would go to Aunt Retta for New Year's Eve and my kids could do no wrong in her eyes. I would tell them not to touch things and she would tell them it was ok. She made you feel welcomed and truly loved. She is my husband's great aunt, but I felt that she was mine. I would call her on the phone and we would talk for for a long time just about whatever. At the reunions at Uncle Dave's she would bring games and treats for all the kids and she would spend so much time with them and they all so much fun. We will miss her, but she remains in our hearts along with all the wonderful memories.
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Nancy L. Rau posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
"Why should our tears in sorrow flow
When God recalls his own
And bids them leave a world of woe
For an immortal crown?
Is now e'en death a gain to those
Whose life to God was given?
Gladly to earth their eyes they close
To open them in Heaven.
Her toil is past, her work is done
And she is fully blest;
She fought the fight--the victory won
And entered in to rest.
Then let our sorrows cease to flow,
God has recalled his own!
And let our hearts in every woe
Still say, "Thy will be done."
I loved and respected "Aunt Rhetta" She was as dear to me as my own mother. She always had room for one more and treated me as one of her own. Every day was special to her and she made you feel special.
I know she is having a wonderful time in heaven, rejoicing with her family and friends who went on before.
Nancy L. Rau
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Curtis Petrone posted a condolence
Sunday, April 9, 2006
I thank GOD for giving us Henrietta. She was a positive influence to all that knew her. She was a strong believer in GOD and lived every day proud to be a Christian.
Henrietta was my Grandmother and a wonderful grandmother she was. Gram has given me countless good memories. I remember my younger years visiting Gram & Pop and seeing all my cousins for the holidays. It was a glorious time and we kids always had a blast. After I graduated high school, I lived with Gram & Pop while in college. When I was married we had the ceremony in their house. ?My house is your house?, she would always say to everyone. She could never have enough company. She loved people.
The following are a few of the important life lessons we learned from Gram:
Gram always put people before material possessions. As youngsters we would run around the house like maniacs, jumping on the beds, sliding down the steps just having a good old time. On many occasions we would knock stuff over sometimes breaking them and our parents would come to scold us. Gram would jump in between and say ?It?s OK, I didn?t need that old thing, it wasn?t important? no matter how priceless the object was. That takes a special person. The whole time growing up and for all her years later, she never changed the importance she put on people.
Gram was the most forgiving person. Gram would always see the good in people. In life, there will always be someone who will do you wrong. No matter what was done to Gram, she never had anything bad to say to anyone. I remember times when I would be bitter with someone for one reason or another and Gram would always say to me ?the bible says?Do unto Others as You Would Have Them Do unto you?. To this day I follow that philosophy and I truly believe it makes for a more rewarding life.
Gram was the most giving person I have ever known. Gram also taught me it is better to give than receive. She did not just speak it, she lived it every day. I don?t know how she did it, with the weekly tithing at her church, the donations that were solicited through the mail and helping anyone in the family who needed it. With all that, she always had enough for her to live a happy life. I often think of the time in the bible when Jesus shared the limited supply of bread for the multitude of people. Everyone is different in that of what makes them happy in life. With Gram it was helping the ones she loved and doing what was asked of her from GOD.
Gram would always reinforce GODs principle of turning the other cheek. The bible says when someone slaps you in the face so to speak, turn the other cheek. ?It?s healthier to forgive and forget?, she would always say. I now reinforce this principle to my own family.
Gram believed with all her heart that if anyone tried hard enough, with the help of GOD, they could achieve anything. Gram was living testimony of that in all her own accomplishments. I don?t think there is anyone in our family that has not achieved what they set out for. From what I can tell, everyone who knew and believed Gram is living a prosperous life.
Gram, I speak for myself as well as my wife Betty of 25 years who I would not have met if it weren?t for Gram and our two children Lori & Curtis Jr.; in that we will love you always and we will miss you until we meet again in heaven.
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Lori Petrone posted a condolence
Friday, April 7, 2006
Gram was the best great grandmother anyone could ask for. I feel so blessed to have had the chance to know her as well as I did. I have many memories of her. She was a very strong, independent and spiritual person. I still remember the day that she prayed with my brother and I to help us to know the Lord better and ask him to come into our hearts.
My favorite memory of her is when she would come over to watch us while my parents were out. I remember sitting at the table and drinking tea with her. During these times she would speak to me like an adult, sharing life experiences and the wisdom that she had gained over the years. At the time I didn't quite understand everything, but now when I look back on these moments I realize the importance of these conversations, which I greatly appreciate. Gram greatly influenced my life and who I am today. She taught me that it is very important to "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." That was a very strong virtue of her's and I make an effort to follow it everyday.
My other favorite memory is of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years. Growing up, this was the best time of the year for me. I couldn't wait for the holidays to get here. If I could re-live one moment again it would definitely be New Years Eve at Grams house with the family, food, and fireworks, the whole bit. I really enjoyed going to Gram's house and seeing "Mom-Mom Mary, Pop-Pop, Jess & Jen and the fireworks M-80!!! that Dad and Pop-Pop would set off at midnight. Gram was always so happy to have a house full of people and I believe that was her favorite time of the year as well.
Gram was always there for us, especially to "save" my brother and I when getting scolded or to take us to McDonalds to spoil us. Sometimes, I wish I could have also known her this well as an adult, but am very thankful that she was in my life while growing up. I really wish I could have said goodbye, but I know Gram is in heaven watching over us and that she understands the circumstances and would not have it any other way. I also know that one day I will get to see her again and meet my great-grandfather Steve. Grammy, I love you very much and thank you for being such a wonderful person and role model. I will miss you and think about you everyday.
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Marie Pagano Bonner posted a condolence
Thursday, April 6, 2006
I was very sad when I saw Rhetta's obituary in the Phila. paper. I am the niece of Rhetta's sister, Dorothy.When I think of Rhetta during the years that I was growing up, I remember her smiling face. She always had a smile and a very calming effect on everyone who was around her. I, also, have fond memories of my mother taking my sister and I to the "Wee Duette" shop and buying us the beautiful clothes that she sold. I, also, remember fishing trips with Steve, Rhetta and her family. They were always a lot of fun.
I am very sorry for your loss.
Marie
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Daniel Rau posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 4, 2006
Many of my fondness childhood memories include Aunt Retta and Uncle Steve. God blessed us all with their presence and now they are blessed by his. You will always have a special place in my heart.
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William C. Rau Sr posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 4, 2006
To try and relate what Aunt Rhetta ment to all would take a volume not 1000 words. She was the strenght and steady light of the Rau family. Her kindness and love to every one was nothing short of wonderful. She was always my favorite Aunt and will be sorely missed and impossible to replace. To all the family I send my deepest comdolences. Aunt Rhetta has set before each of us a challenge to be all it is possible for us to be, and just maybe when it's our time to pass, some will feel the hurt that I feel now for her passing. Love ya Aunt Rhetta
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Jim Wondolowski posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2006
My sincere regrets and sorrow for your loss. My prayers are with you and your mother.
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Pat Shroyer posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2006
"Aunt" Rhetta was an inspiration for all of us, young and old. She helped me through many a crisis. I will never forget her kindness and laughter. She will live on in my memory of her.
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tom&linda fowler posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2006
Gram you watched us all grow up,sold us our first home,showed us tremendous love of a grandmother. We will always remember you. Thank you for being there. tom ,linda, tommy,andrew and zach
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Jamie Delozier Ritchey posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2006
I visited Gram almost every summer when my family and I went on vacation. She was always very welcoming and loved our visits. I will never forget her kindness and hospitality. When I was a child I could not wait to visit her. I remember how neat her little turtle farm was, and that she marked their shells with nail polish so she could tell them apart. She was always saying "I have an extra room, you'll have to come stay with me for a while sometime soon." I am sad to say that the distance between us limited my visits, but my "Golden Gram" will always hold a special place in my heart.
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Jamie Delozier Ritchey posted a condolence
Monday, April 3, 2006
I visited Gram almost every summer when my family and I went on vacation. She was always very welcoming and loved our visits. I will never forget her kindness and hospitality. She was always saying "I have an extra room, you'll have to come stay with me for a while sometime." I am sad to say that the distance between us limited my visits, but my "Golden Gram" will always hold a special place in my heart. God is lucky to have her with him.
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sue sacks posted a condolence
Sunday, April 2, 2006
I will always remember Gram as a strong,independent,successful women who would help anyone. She loved her family very much. A friend to many, as well as animals. She loved her turtle farm out back and her little puppies .She was always a spiritual person, giving of herself always to her family, friends, church and church members. I remember that she loved teaching her bible class.I would like to express my condolences to all of her family. May her memory live forever in your hearts... Sincerely, Sue Sacks
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