Remembering Dorothy Eloise Dielman (Reynolds)
April 3, 1940 - September 7, 2015
Scroll down this page to view a photo tribute spanning the life of my mother, Dorothy Eloise Dielman, beginning with the facebook post I wrote the day she passed away. Mouse over the thumbnail images below to reveal captions, or click on an image to view the slideshow.
Thank you so much for all of your kind words. Please feel free to leave your comments following the photos.
My beautiful and kind mother, Dorothy Eloise Dielman, passed away at home yesterday afternoon with her beloved dog Ozzie snuggled on her lap and her husband, daughter and son holding her hands. The one person who has been by my side since the moment I was born is now gone. She had amazing positivity and will to live, and after being diagnosed with stage three ovarian cancer survived for six full years of brutal chemotherapy. Her body may have failed, but thankfully she was lucid and smiling right up to the end, and was able to make calls to family members and lifelong friends to say goodbye.
For those who did not know my mother, she was a great teacher and mentor, and affected countless lives in positive ways. She taught English at colleges and high schools and was a favorite of many students. Even those who never had her as a teacher. That is because she genuinely cared for everyone, and was the kind of person to whom people gravitated to get help with their troubles, both academic and personal. Mom had ex-students who graduated in 1985 visiting as recently as Saturday.
My mom taught me compassion, and how to care for others. She has been crucial in support of the boys and me during the divorce, and I have spoken with her once or twice a day since it started two years ago. She was so relieved that it is finally over. I can’t imagine how we will all survive without her sweet, reassuring presence. You’ve always had my back when I was down or in trouble, and were my greatest cheerleader in all of my endeavors. Thanks for giving us six years to prepare for this moment. I am happy you no longer have to struggle to get a breath. I love you, mom.
The photo above is a shot of mom that I love taken in 2004, before cancer, that shows up on my phone when she calls me.
Nels Dielman, September 8, 2015.
The early years growing up on the farm.
Eloise was born in a former log school house on Green Peter Mountain east of Sweet Home, OR, delivered by her mother's aunt. Until age 18 Eloise lived in a two-story log house further down the mountain on the north bank of the Middle Santiam River. Shortly after graduation from high school the family farm and house were covered by Foster Dam.
Grade school at Sunnyside, a two-room country school house.
Eloise attended her first eight years of schooling at the two-room Sunnyside School up Quartzville Road from her home. The precocious Eloise taught herself to read before she entered first grade. Her teachers allowed her to work a couple years ahead of her classmates. Eloise was valedictorian of her eighth grade class, having gotten straight A's for eight years.
Teen age years through graduation in 1958.
During her teens Eloise earned money in the summer picking strawberries, working in a bean canning factory, and in the box office of the Sweet Home movie theater. As she had in grade school, Eloise played flute in the high school band, and played piano for a local dance band. Having earned straight A's through four years of high school, Eloise was selected co-valedictorian of the graduating class of 1958.
Young woman raising a family and living in Germany for a year.
Eloise attended Eastern Oregon College of Education (now Eastern University) in La Grande, where she met her husband, Gary Dielman. At Eastern they started a family with birth of daughter Katrina in 1960. Eloise interrupted her studies to follow Gary to graduate school at the University of Iowa and then to Germany for a year at the University of Tübingen (1962-63). In 1963 son Nels was born in Iowa City, Iowa. In 1968 Gary got a job in the Modern Language Dept. at Purdue University, where Eloise earned her bachelor's and master's degrees.
Teacher "Mrs. Dielman" at Baker High School
In 1972 the Dielmans moved to Gary's home town, Baker City, Oregon, where Eloise was immediately hired to fill in as a math teacher. The next year she joined the faculty of the English Dept. and taught at Baker High School for twenty-four years, with one year off on sabbatical to earn a PhD in American Literature at the University of Oregon. In 1989 Eloise discovered a fire was in the ceiling above her English classroom and spread the alert that led to the evacuation of the school. After retiring from BHS in 1995, Eloise taught at Eastern Oregon University, served at the same time as Chair of the Board of Directors of Blue Mountain Community College and Chair of Baker City's 5J School District Board of Directors.
Recent years. Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother.
The Dielman clan grew bigger, starting thirty-one years ago with the birth of Katrina's daughter, Anya. Then came Nels' children, Rachel (14) and Miles (11). Most recent is Anya's daughter, Naomi, age 15 months. In 2003 Eloise was chosen Legacy Woman of the Year for her many contributions to the community. Up until just two weeks before her death, she was still leading a group of women writers, as she had done for over twenty years.
Goodbye, Mom.
Thank you for loving Eloise. Please take a moment to share your recollections.
Additional links to large images: Newspaper Tribute, Facebook Comments, Facebook Reposts, Facebook Likes.
Mrs. Dielman was my favorite teacher! She has such a calming presence and taught me so much. I remember taking her creative writing class in high school and being so apprehensive and she encouraged me to just be myself. She will always hold a special place in my heart. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
She was one of the very best human beings I have ever known. I’ll miss you Aunt Eloise.
Naturally, your mother was a favorite person of mine and an inspiration as I went into teaching. You have the strength of thousands of thankful students, in class and in life, with you. Thank you for sharing her with us.
So many memories. We were playmates during our childhood,as our families lived across the road from each other..Looking at your photos, I see Eloise and I with our musical instruments.. She played flute, I played clarinet..We had some really fun times while attending our small country elementary school, and remained friends until the end..She was someone I could always call on if necessary, always willing to step up..always positive…I miss her, and am honored to have called her my friend..Rest in Peace my 1958 fellow high school classmate..
She certainly made her mark on this world. So sorry for your loss Nels. She will be missed by many. I loved that lady and loved her smile. I’m sure she is is teaching everyone in heaven how to conjugate a verb! Did I even spell that right? Oh well, she’d laugh if I didnt!!! 🙂
What a beautiful tribute for a beautiful person, both inside and out. I am not sure I ever met a more dedicated teacher that truly embodied her “job” as her life. I am proud to have called her my favorite teacher. She always brought so much to the table, especially as she continued working after her retirement. A huge hole has been created by her passing and she will never be forgotten. Hugs to the Dielman family.
One of the most incredible people I have ever known. She taught me a lot and instilled great confidence when I needed it. Great lady, Nels you had an awesome mom.
Sorry for your loss. Although i had not seen her in recent years, I thought of her often and considered her a friend.
Hello Nels…long time no see…having married a Greek I always say “May their memory be eternal” when learning of a death. But in your Mothers case the “may” just is not necessary …her memory will most definitely be eternal and live on in all the students that passed through the halls of BHS and in the community at large where she was such a positive influence. I hope you can find some peace in knowing how many loved her. Fondly, Lisa (Pierce)
Your mother was an amazing human being and left her mark in this world through her teaching and kindness. I haven’t seen her in many years, but will never forget her.
My condolences to you and your family. Your mom was such a sweet and kind human being. She is somebody I will always have fond memories of and who made BHS a better place!! She was a very exceptional and special person. I wish you peace and strength through this time and beyond.
So sorry to hear about your Mom. Your family will be in our prayers during this difficult time. I graduated in 1976 and Mrs. Dielman was my absolutely favorite teacher EVER! She was so kind and and engaging during the school year. She set a high bar for the students and expected them to achieve it…and for the most part…I think they did! I also had the privilege to work with your Grandfather Ray at Bohn’s Clothing. I have many fond memories of him and he was certainly a good story teller! Please give our best to Katrina and your Dad. Katrina and my wife were Sorority Sisters at Oregon State University. Thank you for the beautiful tribute you wrote about your Mom.,,you nailed it!
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. She was a very, very special lady.
Oh wow. I cried all the way thru what you wrote about your precious mother, Eloise Dielman. I always thought of her by her first & last name..nor sure y in particular other than its a name to b proud of & i always had such high respect for her as a teacher & smart nice lady. Im saddened for your loss Nels Dielman. Thank you so kindly for letting us know & your kind words. Im sure Ellie Burns-Brookens will b saddened of the news too.
Nels, I’m very sorry for the passing of your mother. Mrs. Dielman was a one-of-a-kind teacher who rose above all others. She impacted so many young lives …I’m sure more than you’ll ever know. God bless her and your family.
Nels, so sorry for your loss. She was one of my favorite Teachers.
So sorry, Nels. Your Mom leaves a powerful legacy in all the lives she touched, including mine.
Nels I’m just reading this and so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Your words brought me to tears and she would have been touched by them. You’re right about her impact-I remember her wit and humor and your words totally took me back to high school and I could see her as if it were yesterday. I hope your memories comfort you in this difficult time. I’m sure you must know she’s now resting peacefully. You and your family are in my prayers.
So sorry Nels. Your mother was an incredible lady. Best teacher I ever had. Thoughts of you and your family.
Oh Nels, I just seen all of this. I’m so very sorry. She was a great teacher. I had her for a few of my english classes and always looked forward to them because she was such a kind and compassionate woman. Big hugs to you.
I did take a class from her, and it was in this class that I discovered I didn’t hate to write, afterall. I wouldn’t be a writer now, if it wasn’t for her, and what I learned that quarter. More than that, I know she was almost everybody’s favorite teacher, and it wasn’t because she was easy or let anyone slack. She was one of those really fine human beings who sees the best in everyone.
Nels Dielman…As Tim Kerns and I shared during our visit, your mom was not only an inspiration, but truly challenged our thinking to stretch our minds and to step outside our comfort zones. Her gentle smile assured her students each day that we were “safe” to take risks in her classroom. I am honored to have had Mrs. D as a teacher, mentor and colleague, working together during the Oregon Writing Project at EOU…..she will leave a void in the writing community but will always hold a special place in my heart!
Mrs. Dielman, I’d never been able to use her first name, was like a second mom to me and it is heartbreaking that she is gone. Such a wonderful person and role model to me and others, I had never taken a class from her in fear of possibly failing in front of her. I will continue to be inspired by her and strive to be the best teacher I can be. My condolences to Mr. Dielman, Nels, Katrina, and the family and friends she leaves behind. Mrs. D, I’ll still strive to like zucchini even though I fear it will never happen.
I adored her and am so very sorry for your loss. She was a great support for me when my own mother had cancer and passed away and I will always remember her kindness.
She truly was “the best of the best” and her kindness and gentle heart will never be forgotten.
Nels, just finished reading your narrative on your beloved mother. I loved her dearly and this reminiscence does her great service. She was humble all of her life and that humility displayed itself in her love of other people. She will live in the minds and love of many people. My extension of grief is given to you and the family. In eternal love, Jane Hufford-Crocker-Strom
Sorry about your Mom, she was the very Best of so many things…no one shall ever come close to the amazing things she has done. The hardest was to teach a kid who hated English, and get a good grade to match. That was how amazing your Mom was~
She let me play “Saturday Night Special” by Lynyrd Skynyrd in English Literature class(Baker Sr. High) in 1975.We discussed as a class “Hand Gun Control” of that era !!! I am saddened to hear of her passing ..
Mrs. Dielman was my favorite teacher! So positive and kind, I still remember several lessons from her class and am happy to be finally teaching L.A.. It was in her class that I first thought about teaching. My prayers are with her family. God Bless- K
Nels and family, please accept my condolences and prayers on your behalf. Mrs. Dielman was not just an excellent teacher, she was an excellent person and role model for young people who were trying to figure out who they were and what they wanted to do and be in life. All the best my friend.
We have lost a great lady but heaven has gained an amazing angel. She was truly a special lady that I respected more than most.
Condolences to you, Nels and his family. She was a wonderful woman, I remember her teaching at UofO while I was there, and having dinner parties for all the Baker kids.
I’m so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful piece your wrote about your mom. You and your family were very lucky she sounds like such a sweet and supportive women. My thoughts and prayers for you all.
Loved that woman.
Eloise Dielman was the best teacher I ever had. I liked her classes so much I took an extra English class, Creative Writing, my senior year when I could’ve taken a free period. She took a genuine interest in every student, and brought out the best in us. She will be sorely missed.
Beautiful and kind indeed. I will miss getting her Christmas card note this year. Loved her. Sorry to hear she’s gone.
She taught me that it was okay to cry when I lost my mom to cancer my Jr Year at BHS. May you and your family have the peace she helped me find.
Thank you for sharing this, Linda. Mrs. Dielman’s kindness and wisdom will have a ripple effect that will never end.
So very sorry…she was definitely my Favorite teacher of all time, her sweet words follow me daily!
I had her as a teacher and she was wonderful; I truly learned a lot. God bless.
Mrs. Dielman was one of my favorite teachers and mentors. She supported so many of us, and made a lasting impression on those who knew her. My heartfelt condolences go out to the Dielman family. You were blessed to have her be such a big part of your lives.
Also so grateful she is at peace now! Thinking of your Dad too; my love to him. we were in school together.
I am so very sorry for your loss; she was one in a million! I love this picture of her!
I’m so sorry to learn of her passing. She was a joy to get to know as was Ozzie.
What a beautiful person. The earth lost part of its sunshine with her passing. Your family is in my thought!
Truly a huge loss for the community and the family.
So sorry for your loss she was a wonderful woman and teacher!
So sorry to hear this. She was my favorite teacher in high school. Thoughts and prayers to your family
She was my favorite teacher of all time. She is why I became a teacher.
Mrs. Dielman inspired me to be the teacher I am today. I only hope I can be as wonderful as she was and can leave my students with such wonderful memories as she has left her students with. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom, I have been going to write her a note for weeks & time got away from me (another lesson learned by your Mom, don’t put off today, you might not have tomorrow). I had your Mom as an English teacher in high school & a Creative Writing college course I took, she was my all time favorite teacher. She had a gift to teach even to those of us who were not so willing to learn. Your Mom also helped me with my struggle of the diagnosis of Lupus in the 90’s, she taught me it wasn’t a death sentence & I would learn to deal with the health issues before me, & she was true to her word. I just felt the need to let you & your family know your Mom was also my hero. May you all find comfort in knowing she was loved by so many & she left a remarkable presence in all who were blessed to have known her. Rest in Peace teacher & friend.
She was one of the best teachers I ever had. Loved her laugh and smile. God bless her and her family. Rest in Peace.
One of my favorite English teachers. Loved this woman. She will be missed.
What a sweet and special lady! So sorry for the great loss! She was Loved by all!
She was so patient and kind. Thinking of your family.
She was one of the two most influential teachers I had at BHS (Mr. Folkman being the other). I vividly recall turning in a essay, that I had rushed through, and likely had written the night before . I remember Mrs. Dielman calling me up to her desk and politely saying, “Dan, you can do better than this. Why don’t you put some effort into it, and turn this in next week.” After I redid the essay, her note said, “Much better work. Don’t settle for being average” Many teachers are good, few are great. Mrs. Dielman was great.
Like many others I agree she was a great teacher, our Dr. Dielman. She was my favorite of all in fact. But more so she was a great person. I didn’t see her often but when I did she was always as kind, caring, and interested in me and my family as when I was a student. I am better for having known her and whoever she is with now, they are better off as well.
My heart hurt reading this. She was by far, one of the BEST! RIP Mrs. Dielman.
Eloise was truly a remarkable woman, so kind and giving of herself. She will be sorely missed by those of us whose lives she touched, and there were so many.
She was an amazing lady and teacher! I loved being her student and friend!
So sorry, give my regards to the family, I met Gary when we entered jr. high together, and Eloise since college, real true friends.
Your mom was an inspiration to me, I remember having her as a teacher and loved her class. Very sorry for your loss.
I remember your Mom well. Such a calm and confident presence. What a nice life she had, with purposeful giving. I have good memories of her guidance. So glad she is at peace.
She was a fabulous teacher. She had a great sense of humor, was warm, gentle, kind, encouraging and open-minded. I’ve thought a lot about her through the years.
We love your mom! She was very thoughtful and kind. We both appreciated her as a teacher and John enjoyed working with her on the school board.
Such a wonderful woman and teacher. I have wondered about her over the years. She is one of the fond memories from Baker High. She helped me get to and through college.
I am so sorry. Mrs. Dielman’s encouragement and support was life changing for me. My condolences to the entire family.
Sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful teacher and person.
Sorry for your loss. She was an outstanding teacher and a great person too. She will be greatly missed.
she was a truly beautiful woman……inside and out……see you in heaven someday Mrs Dielman….sorry for your loss Dielman family…
A role model for all young teachers
One of my very favorite teachers! Such a wonderful lady.
Mrs. Dielman is much of the reason that I teach English today.
She was an amazing teacher and always full of smiles and heart. Sorry for your family as well as the world’s loss. She will always be remembered. RIP
She was truly a great woman. I’m so sorry she is gone. I will never forget her and I’m blessed to have known her.
So sorry for your loss. Your mom reached out to me when I felt very alone. It meant everything to me. I was much braver after that. I think of her often, such a wonderful person!
Ohh, the world and especially Baker city has lost an exceptional and caring person. She was a patient and excellent teacher and contributed so much to the students young and old. I send my sharing of the loss of her to her family and the community A major loss
Nels, I have and will continue to hold your mom in the highest regard. I will always remember her smile and voice. She was amazing and mattered a great deal to me. Thank you for the beautiful tribute you wrote here and seeing the photo made my whole morning. Wishing your family peace and healing.
I loved your mom so much! I had her my frosh year and she taught us how to change a tire right in the classroom it didn’t pertain to anything we were studying, but she just wanted us to know she was the sweetest most kind teacher I’ve had, and later in years she came to my mother’s house for dinner and I was in my 30s, she told me to call her Eloise but I had the hardest time not calling her by the title I’ve always known her to be. needless to say I was finally able to call her Eloise and I kinda felt like I was gonna get in trouble! Sweet, sweet mama of yours… rest in sweet peace Eloise
I remember her, she was very kind and caring. I am grateful for knowing her. I am sorry for you and your family.
Ah she was a AMAZING teacher, she lit a fire in me and my love for English became a passion. She was truly one of the best, you were lucky to have her, thank you for sharing your mom with so many. She changed many lives.
The world has lost one of the best teachers of all time. May God rest your soul Mrs D.
Oh this makes me horribly, horribly sad!! She is the reason I got my first job with the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, working for Gay Ernst, doing what I love… Writing… Because, she taught me to do it best. When your credit card secret question is “Who was your favorite high school teacher?”… My answer is ALWAYS Mrs. Dielman, because she was the most amazing, kind, compassionate, brilliant woman. You know how you just think some people are immortal? Yeah… Mrs. Dielman was my “immortal.” Such a heavy heart…
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of a wonderful lady and a great teacher, to whom I owe my success and quite possibly my career. Any student who walked into Mrs. Dielman’s classroom was greeted by her gentle manner and smile. Whether it was an average student/football player/wrestler, still figuring out who he was, or an honor student who already had a love for literature, her wise mentorship was the same. By mistake, I was placed into her journalism class, but quickly found a place where I belonged. She challenged me to do more and expect more of myself. Now, as an English teacher, who also teaches journalism, I often think of her influence. Now, I pray that I can somehow fill her shoes of mentorship at my school and make her proud.
I grew up knowing my entire life that you were my Grandma Eloise….I never even thought to “do the math”. I simply never questioned it or felt the need too. I only knew “yay! We are going to Grandma Eloise’s house today!” As an adult, that is still the case. I am so blessed to have had another Grandma in my life that I love so much who loved me back as a Granddaughter. I am so happy I got to visit her this past summer and tell her I loved her again in person. I will miss you so much. Rest in peace Grandma. Love you.
An Angel on earth is now an Angel in Heaven. Love you “Grandma”
This is a beautiful tribute to your mom who was my favorite teacher in high school. She is the reason I am teaching English today to seventh graders. She always believed in me and encouraged me to become my best self, it is obvious she gave many, many other students that same assurance. May you receive comfort from her legacy and the knowledge that she was a truly great woman.
Love the time line – outstanding images.
Nels – this is an exquisite tribute to a very dear friend and great lady. She was a giving, loving person, a true model for a life well-lived. I am honored to have shared some of my life with her. Thanks for bringing the rest of her life into my story. We were the same age and our black and white pictures from a bygone era bring us even closer together, sisters in time. Thanks!
Oh wow. I cried all the way thru what you wrote about your precious mother, Eloise Dielman. I always thought of her by her first & last name..nor sure y in particular other than its a name to b proud of & i always had such high respect for her as a teacher & smart nice lady. Im saddened for your loss Nels Dielman. Thankyou so kindly for letting us know & your kind words. Im sure Ellie Burns-Brookens will b saddened of the news too.
So sorry, will never forget how she reached out in H.S. My thoughts and prayers are with your family…
Nels, my condolences! Your Mom was a truly great person and human being. I have such fond memories of her as a teacher. Your tribute was perfect.
I am so sorry for your loss. I know loosing your mom is the hardest thing ever. What you wrote about your mom was so beautiful. She was one of most favorite high school teachers.
Sad to hear, prayers for your family. She was a treasure to behold.
Thoughts and prayers Nels.
I’m so sad to read this. My condolences to you Nels and to your family. I knew Mrs. Dielman through one of those high school classes at Baker High School. She was one of my favorites and I loved that she would know me and acknowledge me long after high school. So sweet. Loved learning from her and knew that she enjoyed her teaching….more than a job. I too have the experience of being with and involved in a parent’s serious illness and death–with my dads lung cancer and mother-in-laws brain cancer. It’s one of the hardest and sweetest times to experience. Bittersweet. Share your stories with your sons. Thank you for sharing this as I know it is hard and the loss acute.
Strange to ‘like’ this… beautiful post Nels. So sorry about your Mom. She was amazing!
I am so sorry for your loss. It is a loss to anyone who knew her. She was one of my favorite teachers. She had grace and beauty on the inside and out. I loved her classes … She made me think about my writing … She helped me be creative and express myself in a heartfelt manner. She leaves a legacy of students who dearly love her. We will always keep her in our hearts! You are blessed to have such an amazing mother!
Sorry for your loss.
My condolences to you and your entire family. Prayers. I do remember coming over to your house and your mom was so sweet and caring. I laugh now over your drum playing with John Monson in your band Magma. Good memories.
So sorry to hear about your mom. That picture is so amazing and brings back so many memories. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
So sorry to hear of your loss,,, I remember the times as I was growing up while we practiced music in your house with your Mom enduring the thundering loud music “noise” we made.. My heart goes out for you and your family.
Wow Nels what a beautiful and heartfelt posting with a wonderful picture of your Mom (just like I remember her). As you can tell by all the comments she was a very special lady to so many people she impacted over the years. I wish I could give you a hug. Thinking of you and your family.
So sorry to hear about your mom. It’s never easy to say goodbye, but you have wonderful memories you will hold forever.
Nels, and family you know how much I loved your mother. I am overwhelmed with grief. Nels, she kept me from killing you for 4 years, while you practiced drumbs. you doubly owe your life to your beautiful. bright, wonderful Mother. I love you all.
So sorry for your loss Nels. She was my favorite English teacher, a great lady.
Nels and Katrinia. I’m so sorry to hear this. Although you may have had 6 years to prepare you are sill never prepared. My prayers go out to you and your family. I loved your mom not only was she a wonderful teacher, but an amazing, kind and gentle mom and friend to everyone that knew her.
I’m so very sorry about your mother bud prayers for you and yours friend at least now she isn’t in pain or hurting any more.
Sorry for your loss Neil and your family are in my thoughts! You are correct in speaking that your mom was well loved as a teacher. Mrs. Dielman is one of the reason I can get up in front of people and speak about many issues! I had a great learning experience in her English class!! All the best to you and your family! Rest in peace Mrs. Dielman! You were well loved!!
Sending loving thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Sorry to hear. Thoughts and prayers with you and your family.
So sorry Nels….that is a terrific picture for you to keep in your heart forever!!
I am so sad to hear this news. A lovely tribute to your mom. I’m so sorry.
So very very sorry for your loss Nels. Sending love, hugs and prayers for you, the boys and your family.
My mom texted me this morning about her passing. I’m glad she wasn’t in any pain and was around family. I’m so sad that she’s gone, but at that the same time glad she’s not struggling anymore.
I’m so sorry Nels, she was a terrific human being.
I’m very sorry for your loss Nels. I remember your Mom as very bright, kind, peaceful – just a really nice person and an exceptional baker. I wish you nothing but the best memories of your Mom to give you strength as you move on in this life without her physical presence – she will always be with you – just remember to ask for her help and she will respond. My prayers are with you, your Dad and Sister and the boys.
So sorry for your loss, your Mom was an incredible woman
What a lovely tribute to your lovely mom, Nels. I was one of the fortunate students who had her as a teacher and you are right, she touched many lives. She was special. One of the good ones you remember. Till you meet again…. xx
A beautiful, important lady in so many lives. sending lots of love to you and your family.
Sending you love, Nels. You are a great son and father, and I know she is proud of you.
Very Sorry Nels. I know your Mom was a driving influence for hundreds of Baker High students. She will be missed.
I’m so glad you got up there to be by her side. As difficult as this is, she is no longer suffering which is a blessing. She raised a great son and your boys will always remember her. Sending our deepest condolences to you and yours.
This breaks my heart. That soul was such a beautiful gift to this world. She always reminded me of my mom. So sorry for your loss. Please give my best to Katrina as well.
Nels, I am so sorry for your loss. She was such a great person and will truly be missed.
Your Mom was a huge influence on me in school and a dear friend.
So sorry to hear that your wonderful Mom passed away. She was someone who always put a smile on your face.
I hate finding out these things on stupid Facebook. So glad I got to see and visit with her this summer. I don’t know what to say, but my heart aches. Love my grandma very very much. I don’t know what else to say. Big hug
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