Dear Sir/Madam:
It is with sadness, grief, disappointment and anger , that I am writingyou this letter.
I have never had any personal dealings with any Hospice . I have not had any one from your
organization. it is ironic that i was hired by to help Mrs.Goldman with some light housekeeping and other odd jobs around her home while your organization was there taking care of her husband, Mr. ART, during his final days.
Ihad always thought that Hospice was a support network of professionally trained people who were there not only to enhance the quality of the time of life left of the terminally ill patient but to also
to comfort, counsel and console the families.
After spending the last few months that mr. ART was alive- my whole percetion of your organization has drastically changed!
For starters; Mrs. Goldman said that she brought your organization in to her home against her better judgment. she was finally convinced by several close family members that she would need the help and support that only hospice could give her as time passed and life got tougher for her to handle as Mr. Art's life was ending.
I read a few of the phamlets and brochures that she had at the house and your group promised nothing less. while mrs. Goldman said the cost was taken care of my medicare. she paid a hefty cost of her self to have you there.. one would never believe what happened to her!
It appears that what she was promised and what she got was not the same.. I watched her deal day in and day out with your community hospice.. as i said no one would believe it unless they were here .. i know she looked for the am break when she could go to her arobics class several times a week. she said that the incoming nurse promised she would go and the home health aide would be there early in themorning and then let her go.. and then the private on call nurse would come after her health aide and Mrs. goldman would be able to stay out for her class and then some.. this never happened at all during the 6 weeks that hopsice came tohelp. Mrs. goldman said that the first home health aide came at 8:30am and said that mrs. goldman could not leave at all. she was scheduled to be with ten other patients all in the same day.. there was no way for her to stay longer than what she needed to do and that was that.. this aide came at 8:30am and left thirty minutes or more longer.. but this home health aide refused to let mrs. Goldman leave . said she had to be there in case she needed her.
i know mrs. goldman said that she was promised twice and her daughter from Baltimroe was there the day they did the interviews.. and they both heard the same promise and that is what had them take the communty hospice rather thant he local one in their community. and the fact that mrs. goldman would get out a few hours each morning to do her excercises was sealed.
soon after the first week. that same home health aide who insisted she come each morning at 8:30 , was now coming later and later each day.. she said she had to make other stops which thehospice people gave her at the last minute.. she had no control over her schedule. and when she finally came.. sometimes one or twohours or mroe later than she had promised. she would stya and talk of her personal upcomign wedding rather than let mrs. goldman leave for her swim class.. she said that hospice did not like her to go out and leave her when she had so many clients she had to see too.
Part of mrs. goldman's team was a spritual component . a rabbi. He was a Rabbi who was an ecunumical man who practiced with all relgions.. On more than one occasion. he promsied Mr. goldman that he would act as her breavement gorup leader between he and she.. then on the day of the funeral and after shiva was over. he disappeared and never came back. he would not anwer his cell and or regular phones and left her hanging.. waiting to this day. not a word. hopsice said they ahd to let go of various people for reaosns we do not know and then they did not assign her another bereavement rabbi.. she was let alone and had no one for spirtual support.
Mrs. Goldman shared with me that she and mr. Goldman had talked first to the doctor who assured them both. that he would oversee the medication of the hopsice team. that mr. goldman's biggest fear was he would be overmedicated and he truly did not want morphone or any other heavy narcotic drugs. he was adamant about that and the doctor assured him. that he would be in charge only.. That was certainly not what happened.
i was there cleanign when one day the nurse on this case. barged inwithout an appt. demanding that mrs. goldman come home from her outing with her daughter . she insisted that some of the pills were missing and almost accused Ms Goldman of someone in her home take them.. this upset mrs. Goldman deeply.. and she was upset that the nurse came without appointment and tried to change mr. goldman's patch when he was drugged. she took it uponherself to increase the dosage higher than they agreed upon and then told Mrs. goldman upon her return.
All appointments set up by this nurse were to be done with the approval of mrs. Goldman of her scheudle.. and the one time she goes out to have some time by herself . this private nurse comes in on her own..
There was no volunteers allowed to come. because Mr. goldman had brain surgery and wobbled in his gait. volunteeers were not allowed to give medication.. the only way that mrs. goldman c oudl get out for some free time was to hire private staff who could give medication.
the stress level and discord of the Hospice group and Mrs. Goldma,n was high. they sinmply did not listen or console her in any good way.. often he would lie wet and dirty to be changed by a hospice aide for hours until they could work him in. and once or twice the orignal health aide would promised to come but thenfindshe could nto get the time to be onduty that weekend.
mr. goldman liked this woman. she was tall and able to pick him up and she delviped a fondness for a man who never complained and only smiled. she coudl do not wrong.
unbeknown to all of us. later we find otu .t aht this aide was mis managingher time clock and holding up on Mr. Goldman for she was not being truthful to eh hopsice she works fir.
she was taking advange of mr. Goldman and his wife . She would sit and tell mrs. goldman stories of the way the hospice wasnot workingout for her and then go back and reverse the stories to hopsice.
no one really showed mrs. Goldman how to change him and move him..
mr. goldman on more than one ocassion was clear and loud that he did not want morphine and i heard the nurse question him why not?>
this went on off and on for days and Mrs. Goldman could never get someone to answer question which were clear and concise from one person.
nrs. goldman said that having Hospice come in was the worst experience of their life. the worst and she would never recommend this for anyone.. Hospice of her choice lied and made promises that simply could not fill and she had no idea this was one of their fist cases in hC .. all had been inBaltimroe city./
Three days before he passed.. mr. goldman had a siezure . mrs Goldman asked to ahve a nurse come to see him and was promised they would send one.she called at 7:L30 pm and the nurse came at 12:45am.. calling she and then her daugher every hour to see when the nurse was coming.. and then she was called and confused about taking him to the hospital and then not and on and off until she demanded someone offical come to the house.. even though it was notednot morphjine. mrrs goldman saw the nurse inject four times the level of the morphone . mr. goldman had said he never wanted..
the next day the staff told her that mr. goldman was going to pass that day and her kids had to get there right away.. he would not last.. three days later he passed.
right when mr. Goldman had passed. the home health aide came back to take supplies from the Goldmans and in the midst of the caretaker coming in. she asked the goldman family to take the left over depends that remained boxed.. how could someome be so callous in time of death.
rest Assured for all i saw and knew about this specific Hospice group.. I would never recommend
your orgnazation to anyone.. there has to be more people liek the goldman family who did not have consolation and comfort by bringing in Hopsice.. and to be left by her TEAM . after her shiva period by the rabbi. and team is ruthless.. how can you do that to someone who truly wanted the best for the man she loved.. she was left by your team of hopsice people . just left when you fired her team.. and didnot provide any other people to take over in her days of beravement..
sincerely.
Anonymous
when the nurse woudl come. she would critize mrs. goldman for having outside staff there and how she wanted the staff to be.. and she would never let Mrs Goldman go out on her aappt time. so different than what Mr.s goldman was promised.
what made matters worse is that not one of the staff they sent to care for mr. goldman really cared wheen they arrived. M
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Gene Schulman
Art was my brother-in-law as my wife, Robin, and his wife, Gloria are sisters. I have known ART for over 35 years and he always was giving of himself and unselfish. He would be available to fix our kitchen lights whenever, there was a problem with the fixtures due to faulty wiring. He fixed plumbing problems with sinks. He was always there to fix our computers whenever, I caused a hardware problem which to my wife seemed unrepairable. Even two months ago, Art talked me through a computer repair registry problem. I especially enjoyed watching football games with him as he rooted for his Redskins and I for my Eagles. I enjoyed his love of making caesar salads from scratch in his house or our house . I enjoyed going to Acropolis ( his favorite restaurant) with him and Gloria . I will miss him - a loving him -- a loving father, grandfather, brother- in- law and close friend . August 2 2009 11:29 pm
Robin Schulman
Art was more like a brother than a brother in law to me and I will miss him greatly. He added such warmth and happiness to our family, and his optimism was such an inspiration to al of us during his long illness. I know his legacy will continue in his children and grandchildren, and the compassion and altruism that he shared with all of us will keep his memory alive. May he rest in peace. August 2 2000 11:16 pm
Soni and Terry Baltimore
My dear friend, Gloria,
I am so sorry to hear of ARt's passing. The few times we were together , I would always comment to Terry what a great sense of humor Art had and how smart he was. I'll cherish the last time I saw you both when you were in Florida. I also enjoyed all the terrific family event pictures you sent on the internet. What wonderful memories you will always have. Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to you and your entire family . August 2nd 2009 8:36pm.
Larry Rskin WB3DAJ
I am just reading my email from the weekendand learned that Art is now a silent key. We had many enjoyable conversations and I am sorry to learn of his passing. My deepest sympathy to his family. August 3 2009 4:37pm.
Robert J. Barron
He wasnt' with us anywhere near as long as we would have liked. but he left the world a wonderful legacy. August 2 2009 2:30pm
Lucille Gordon Press
Dear Gloria,
To all and your family, I offer my sincere sympathy during the time of transition. May all remember the many blessings Art brought into your lives and hold them in your hearts forever.
The world will be less without this kind, humorous , compassionate individual, but we are all better people for knowing him. I will always remember Art at the Shabbos meals holding your hand and reciting A Woman of Valor to you. I could tell he meant every word, your love for each other was very special.
May the Divine Presence enter your hearts and your home to bring yuou Peace during this most difficult of times.. Shalom. August 2nd 2009 1:22pm.
Rob Pearlman
To Art:
We at at your wedding in Wilkes - Barre 40 years ago.. Our visits since then because of distance were infrequent but always enjoyable. I enjoyed your lifelong engagement with building. - a television set in your first apartment in SouthWest DC, your home in Columbia and y our beautiful family with Gloria .
I will miss you. August 3rd 6:55pm
John:
To the Beloved Goldman family:
I wish to offer my sincere sympathy during the time of transition of your husband, father, brother and Uncle. My prayers go with you for comfort and peace as you reflect on the many wonderful memories of Arthur. Gloria, I thank you and your family for sharing Arthur with me.
He will always be a fond memory of me having known him for through you for the many years that we've worked and shared time together. I wish you all the best and love.
August 1 2009 10:08pm
Mary Aitchison and Terry Hanuszczak
Terry and I are so sorry are so sorry about Art's passing. He fought the good fight throughout his illness , and you were his Heart, his Partner, and Strength. Our memories of sitting with you and ART, on the cruise, and our conversations about health, well being, and of course, the food,( remember that magical Indian luncheon Buffet!!?) are so vivid to us. God bless ARt, you and your family. Our prayers are with you.
August 1st 2009 10:21am
Claire Turner
I am so saddened to hear of Arts passing. I always enjoyed talking with ART and hloved his sense of humorand his ability to empathize The world will miss this kind, gentle soul. My prayers are with all of you at this time.
August 1st 1009 10:45am
Jack and Bobbi Mann
Gloria. we are so glad we had a chance to meet y ou and ART during our cruise.
He was a great guy. WE had fun playing golf with Art. We feel very sad about your losss and our prayers are with you. We have our deepest sympathy.
August 1, 2009 12:36pm.
Jackie Harris
Gloria. family and friends:
I am so deeply saddened to hear of ART's passing. To see one's life come to closure contains mixed feelings; pain for the absence in our lives but relief in knowing he suffers no more.
I am thankful to have met ART and GLORIA during an open house at Stratford University. Little did i know that was just the beginning of a fun. loving, crazy and adventurous friendship.
Art was a a kind, intelligent, fun and grounded indivdual you couldn't help but love. Art was open minded. Art handled challenges wth zest and enjoyed life's travels and adventures.
Art and Gloria opened up their homes and extended their hearts to me by allowing me to share their love of family and friends at many a Shabbat dinner, birthdays and so many events.
I will miss ART. He was a man of many talents: a renaissance man. I know the Goldman family bond can endure whatever ties before them. as it was ART who provided by building their strong foundation. May God bless and keep you always.
August 1, 2009 1: 17pm.
Maxine Phillipps
Dear all'
What a sorrow! Im' so glad you had time with him to celebrate the life you all created together.
We met when i was sixteen and he was a friend of a friend of Gloria.. I was so impressed with his sweetness and intelligence, and later , when they got together, with his openness to all her friends and his sense of adventure. He leaves an enormous emptiness. I hope the memories can sustain you through this time of grief.
August 1, 2009 1:44pm.
Monroe Zeffert
I have the advantage of selective memory. i can choose to remember only the good times. The children's Bat Mitzvah, Michele and Jon's wedding; and Several memorable Shabbat dinners. Art was equally bright and charming. In my travels. i have never met a more supportive and loving spouse. His childrens' successes will always be a tribute to the man.
One special memory: I remember the time when I finally realized that I should stop asking for details fo his work!!!.
August 1st 2009 2:16pm.
John and Ann Collins
Gloria:
Ann and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time. I have fond memories of Art and our working together at NSA.
Warmest regards.
John and Ann Collins
August 1 2009 5:06pm.
Ed and Karyn Hughes
My dear friend Gloria,
It has been an uphill battle, but you fought valiantly. we never thought that just being together
one with with a common bond of CANCER would produce a lifelong friend. Gloria, you need to know that we love you with all of our hearts, we are so sorry for ART, even though he is in a better place. We are sorry for you because we feel your loss. We know how much Art's passing affects us. We can not imagine how it is affecting you. We are sending our daughter to take our place at the funeral.. We'll call you soon.
( note:) Karyn's Ed died winter of 2010. Eddy a Mormon left 11 children behind.)
August 1, 2009 9:28pm
John Pinkston W3GJN
Our deepest sympathies to you Gloria . your children and their families and the extended family.
It was always a pleasure to see Arthur at family events as a kid. as an adult. he was always welcoming, warm and kind, always with a smile! His wonderful warm disposition wil be greatly missed in the world.
August 1 2009 9:41pm
Gail Perilstein Singer
Dear Gloria and Family:
I was so very sorry to hear of Art's passing. Hopefully the wonderful memories of ART wil be a source of comfort to you all.
August 1, 2009 10:01 pm.
Stephen Fishman and family
Some of my earliest memories are traveling to stay with Art and Rozzie in Scranton. the Vermont Fishmanss would have liked to be able to be with you all today. our thoughts are with you all cousins and family today.
August 2nd 2009 1:18pm.
Claire Hutton
I was so sorry to hear of Art's passing. I grew up with Michele and will always remember how kind and funny he was and how welcoming to his children's friends. MY thoughts and prayers are with your family.
August 2, 2009 11:05 pm
Hal Bialack
Art was one of the most nicest, laid back people, I have met. When liviing in DC, I always enjoyed seeing him when our extended family would get together. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
August 2, 2009 11:05 pm.
Michele, David, and Michael Bassham
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. WE wish that we could be with you .
Art was a wonderful person. He was a wonderful everything! YOU have so many wonderful
Special Memory: WOW , is that your camera! I was always jealous of his camera. We shared a passion.
August 2, 2009 10:31 am.
Bob Gelb
My deepest sympathy to Gloria and the Goldman family on Art's passing.
WE were friends growing up( grade school, high school and college.), as well as Boy Scouts and Temple Israel. Spoke to him about six weeks ago about coming to the University reunion , his plans were to go away with his family to the Beach. But in my next trip to DC , we planned to get together. HE was a good guy. i am sorry that the reunion wont take place.
August 1st 2009 5:23am
Barbara Halpern
Words can never express the sorrow at these times. I am so sorry to hear of Art's passing because I know how hard Gloria was fighting to find a cure that woud restore his health and relieve his pain.
Thank God, you had all these wonderful years together, knowing that were loved, celebrating your love and family. you had the opportunity to renew your vows and do all that wonderful travel. That what joyful memories are made of. Thank God, you were able to share marriages, engagements and births and wonderful Shabbaths together. good foods and friends.
I really did not know ART well but he was central to this family, and even helped Gloria with her Chocolate fountain engagements. Thats devotion!
And a testimony to their closeness, finding joy in just being together. Rest in peace ART, and thanks for fighting and enduringt all those months. Your beloved family will keep your memory alive in everything they do. Gloria and the kids, I wish you strength and peace. I know you will celebrate Arr's life and live for days and months and years to come.
August 1st 2009 9:32am.
And a testimony to your
.
Art was my brother-in-law as my wife, Robin, and his wife, Gloria are sisters. I have known ART for over 35 years and he always was giving of himself and unselfish. He would be available to fix our kitchen lights whenever, there was a problem with the fixtures due to faulty wiring. He fixed plumbing problems with sinks. He was always there to fix our computers whenever, I caused a hardware problem which to my wife seemed unrepairable. Even two months ago, Art talked me through a computer repair registry problem. I especially enjoyed watching football games with him as he rooted for his Redskins and I for my Eagles. I enjoyed his love of making caesar salads from scratch in his house or our house . I enjoyed going to Acropolis ( his favorite restaurant) with him and Gloria . I will miss him - a loving him -- a loving father, grandfather, brother- in- law and close friend . August 2 2009 11:29 pm
Robin Schulman
Art was more like a brother than a brother in law to me and I will miss him greatly. He added such warmth and happiness to our family, and his optimism was such an inspiration to al of us during his long illness. I know his legacy will continue in his children and grandchildren, and the compassion and altruism that he shared with all of us will keep his memory alive. May he rest in peace. August 2 2000 11:16 pm
Soni and Terry Baltimore
My dear friend, Gloria,
I am so sorry to hear of ARt's passing. The few times we were together , I would always comment to Terry what a great sense of humor Art had and how smart he was. I'll cherish the last time I saw you both when you were in Florida. I also enjoyed all the terrific family event pictures you sent on the internet. What wonderful memories you will always have. Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to you and your entire family . August 2nd 2009 8:36pm.
Larry Rskin WB3DAJ
I am just reading my email from the weekendand learned that Art is now a silent key. We had many enjoyable conversations and I am sorry to learn of his passing. My deepest sympathy to his family. August 3 2009 4:37pm.
Robert J. Barron
He wasnt' with us anywhere near as long as we would have liked. but he left the world a wonderful legacy. August 2 2009 2:30pm
Lucille Gordon Press
Dear Gloria,
To all and your family, I offer my sincere sympathy during the time of transition. May all remember the many blessings Art brought into your lives and hold them in your hearts forever.
The world will be less without this kind, humorous , compassionate individual, but we are all better people for knowing him. I will always remember Art at the Shabbos meals holding your hand and reciting A Woman of Valor to you. I could tell he meant every word, your love for each other was very special.
May the Divine Presence enter your hearts and your home to bring yuou Peace during this most difficult of times.. Shalom. August 2nd 2009 1:22pm.
Rob Pearlman
To Art:
We at at your wedding in Wilkes - Barre 40 years ago.. Our visits since then because of distance were infrequent but always enjoyable. I enjoyed your lifelong engagement with building. - a television set in your first apartment in SouthWest DC, your home in Columbia and y our beautiful family with Gloria .
I will miss you. August 3rd 6:55pm
John:
To the Beloved Goldman family:
I wish to offer my sincere sympathy during the time of transition of your husband, father, brother and Uncle. My prayers go with you for comfort and peace as you reflect on the many wonderful memories of Arthur. Gloria, I thank you and your family for sharing Arthur with me.
He will always be a fond memory of me having known him for through you for the many years that we've worked and shared time together. I wish you all the best and love.
August 1 2009 10:08pm
Mary Aitchison and Terry Hanuszczak
Terry and I are so sorry are so sorry about Art's passing. He fought the good fight throughout his illness , and you were his Heart, his Partner, and Strength. Our memories of sitting with you and ART, on the cruise, and our conversations about health, well being, and of course, the food,( remember that magical Indian luncheon Buffet!!?) are so vivid to us. God bless ARt, you and your family. Our prayers are with you.
August 1st 2009 10:21am
Claire Turner
I am so saddened to hear of Arts passing. I always enjoyed talking with ART and hloved his sense of humorand his ability to empathize The world will miss this kind, gentle soul. My prayers are with all of you at this time.
August 1st 1009 10:45am
Jack and Bobbi Mann
Gloria. we are so glad we had a chance to meet y ou and ART during our cruise.
He was a great guy. WE had fun playing golf with Art. We feel very sad about your losss and our prayers are with you. We have our deepest sympathy.
August 1, 2009 12:36pm.
Jackie Harris
Gloria. family and friends:
I am so deeply saddened to hear of ART's passing. To see one's life come to closure contains mixed feelings; pain for the absence in our lives but relief in knowing he suffers no more.
I am thankful to have met ART and GLORIA during an open house at Stratford University. Little did i know that was just the beginning of a fun. loving, crazy and adventurous friendship.
Art was a a kind, intelligent, fun and grounded indivdual you couldn't help but love. Art was open minded. Art handled challenges wth zest and enjoyed life's travels and adventures.
Art and Gloria opened up their homes and extended their hearts to me by allowing me to share their love of family and friends at many a Shabbat dinner, birthdays and so many events.
I will miss ART. He was a man of many talents: a renaissance man. I know the Goldman family bond can endure whatever ties before them. as it was ART who provided by building their strong foundation. May God bless and keep you always.
August 1, 2009 1: 17pm.
Maxine Phillipps
Dear all'
What a sorrow! Im' so glad you had time with him to celebrate the life you all created together.
We met when i was sixteen and he was a friend of a friend of Gloria.. I was so impressed with his sweetness and intelligence, and later , when they got together, with his openness to all her friends and his sense of adventure. He leaves an enormous emptiness. I hope the memories can sustain you through this time of grief.
August 1, 2009 1:44pm.
Monroe Zeffert
I have the advantage of selective memory. i can choose to remember only the good times. The children's Bat Mitzvah, Michele and Jon's wedding; and Several memorable Shabbat dinners. Art was equally bright and charming. In my travels. i have never met a more supportive and loving spouse. His childrens' successes will always be a tribute to the man.
One special memory: I remember the time when I finally realized that I should stop asking for details fo his work!!!.
August 1st 2009 2:16pm.
John and Ann Collins
Gloria:
Ann and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time. I have fond memories of Art and our working together at NSA.
Warmest regards.
John and Ann Collins
August 1 2009 5:06pm.
Ed and Karyn Hughes
My dear friend Gloria,
It has been an uphill battle, but you fought valiantly. we never thought that just being together
one with with a common bond of CANCER would produce a lifelong friend. Gloria, you need to know that we love you with all of our hearts, we are so sorry for ART, even though he is in a better place. We are sorry for you because we feel your loss. We know how much Art's passing affects us. We can not imagine how it is affecting you. We are sending our daughter to take our place at the funeral.. We'll call you soon.
( note:) Karyn's Ed died winter of 2010. Eddy a Mormon left 11 children behind.)
August 1, 2009 9:28pm
John Pinkston W3GJN
Our deepest sympathies to you Gloria . your children and their families and the extended family.
It was always a pleasure to see Arthur at family events as a kid. as an adult. he was always welcoming, warm and kind, always with a smile! His wonderful warm disposition wil be greatly missed in the world.
August 1 2009 9:41pm
Gail Perilstein Singer
Dear Gloria and Family:
I was so very sorry to hear of Art's passing. Hopefully the wonderful memories of ART wil be a source of comfort to you all.
August 1, 2009 10:01 pm.
Stephen Fishman and family
Some of my earliest memories are traveling to stay with Art and Rozzie in Scranton. the Vermont Fishmanss would have liked to be able to be with you all today. our thoughts are with you all cousins and family today.
August 2nd 2009 1:18pm.
Claire Hutton
I was so sorry to hear of Art's passing. I grew up with Michele and will always remember how kind and funny he was and how welcoming to his children's friends. MY thoughts and prayers are with your family.
August 2, 2009 11:05 pm
Hal Bialack
Art was one of the most nicest, laid back people, I have met. When liviing in DC, I always enjoyed seeing him when our extended family would get together. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
August 2, 2009 11:05 pm.
Michele, David, and Michael Bassham
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. WE wish that we could be with you .
Art was a wonderful person. He was a wonderful everything! YOU have so many wonderful
Special Memory: WOW , is that your camera! I was always jealous of his camera. We shared a passion.
August 2, 2009 10:31 am.
Bob Gelb
My deepest sympathy to Gloria and the Goldman family on Art's passing.
WE were friends growing up( grade school, high school and college.), as well as Boy Scouts and Temple Israel. Spoke to him about six weeks ago about coming to the University reunion , his plans were to go away with his family to the Beach. But in my next trip to DC , we planned to get together. HE was a good guy. i am sorry that the reunion wont take place.
August 1st 2009 5:23am
Barbara Halpern
Words can never express the sorrow at these times. I am so sorry to hear of Art's passing because I know how hard Gloria was fighting to find a cure that woud restore his health and relieve his pain.
Thank God, you had all these wonderful years together, knowing that were loved, celebrating your love and family. you had the opportunity to renew your vows and do all that wonderful travel. That what joyful memories are made of. Thank God, you were able to share marriages, engagements and births and wonderful Shabbaths together. good foods and friends.
I really did not know ART well but he was central to this family, and even helped Gloria with her Chocolate fountain engagements. Thats devotion!
And a testimony to their closeness, finding joy in just being together. Rest in peace ART, and thanks for fighting and enduringt all those months. Your beloved family will keep your memory alive in everything they do. Gloria and the kids, I wish you strength and peace. I know you will celebrate Arr's life and live for days and months and years to come.
August 1st 2009 9:32am.
And a testimony to your
.
Why?
So often
it is hard to understand
the way of life and death...
I would like to believe
God sends us to earth
as his children to serve a special purpose.
It may be as simple as...
to plant a flower,
or make people smile,
to paint a picture,
or write a poem,
to sing a song,
or be a friend,
to have a child,
or to be a child...
and when God is pleased
He calls us...back home.
By Pam Reinke
it is hard to understand
the way of life and death...
I would like to believe
God sends us to earth
as his children to serve a special purpose.
It may be as simple as...
to plant a flower,
or make people smile,
to paint a picture,
or write a poem,
to sing a song,
or be a friend,
to have a child,
or to be a child...
and when God is pleased
He calls us...back home.
By Pam Reinke
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