Tuesday, September 16, 2008

We will miss you TERRIBLY!



My sweet mother-in-law passed away last night. Karen wasn't just my mother-in-law, she was one of my best friends. Ever since I moved here to get married she and I have gone out to lunch on several occasions, we have gone on trips together, spent many many days together just hanging out. We loved to go to IKEA and indulge in some yummy swedish meatballs. We were big fans of the U Gymnastics, for 8 years I have gone with her, it was one of my favorite times in the year...I was always so pleased to have a mother in law that I could call my friend. Words can't begin to express my sadness today as I will miss her so much. She was a great grandma and our kids were lucky to have known her and her great example. She was a great mother to Dave and her seven other children. God bless us as we mourn her loss! Karen, we will miss you SO much... can't wait to see you again!...

24 comments:

tammy lu said...

Laura, I am so sorry for your loss. It's hard when you lose family, but even harder when that family member is a true friend. Our prayers are with your family during this time. I love you lots!

Sarah said...

Oh Laura. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Dave, and the kids. Had she been sick for a while?

Sarah said...

Was Dave still out of town for this??? He'll be rushing home?!?

Davis and Asialene Smith said...

I'm so sorry for your loss Laura. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and Dave.

RaShawn said...

I am so sorry for your family's loss. How wonderful that you had such a good relationship with her. Our prayers are with your family.

Maria said...

Lau- I am so sorry! Karen was such a sweet lady. I enjoyed talking to her at all of your fun parties. I just talked to Marcos and he's as shocked as I am... I don't know what else to say. You guys will be in our prayers.

Tomasina Uboldi said...

My thoughts and love are with you guys at this hard time...

Carrie said...

Laura! I'm so sorry! I can't even think straight! If you need anything, please call. I'm so sorry for you and for Dave and the kids. You will all be in our prayers.

Megan said...

That is so sad! I am so sorry for this terrible loss!! My prayers are with you & your family.

Robyn said...

Laura, we send our love to you and Dave. Was this a sudden thing? Our prayers are with you and your family, as well as all of Dave's siblings.

janet said...

What a sweet tribute! How lucky you are to have had such a great relationship with your mother in law. Sending our love,

The Shumways

Cara said...

I'm so sorry! I hope you can find comfort after the mourning. Sounds like she was a wonderful lady, mother, and friend. I'll pray for you guys.

Crissy said...

Laura & Dave our hearts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. What a beautiful blessing to be able to bear your testimony, and to know that you will all be together again. I am so grateful for eternal families.

Tiffany said...

Karen was such a good person. I enjoyed seeing her at your house and hearing you talk about her. I know she will be missed immensely. I am glad you have so many fond memories of her. May the Lord bless and comfort you all.

Linetta said...

We pray you will be blessed with peace and comfort at this trying time in your life. Losing a loved one is very difficult...it's it wonderful to have our knowledge of the gospel that can give us the strength to go on knowing that we will see them again and that love transends through the veil. We love you and your family.

lys said...

Laura, oh my, I am so, so sorry. I had no idea. What can I do?

OliveJuiceCo said...

Laura, Dave, and kids~
We are so very, very sorry, and are thinking and praying for you at this time.
(((sincerest heartfelt hugs)))

Wendy said...

Oh! Laura I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine how it must feel loosing someone so close. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. It's a wonderful blessing to know that you will see her again.
Love you Laura.

Jo said...

lau, que tristeza!, un abrazo con el corazon para ustedes 5 y la familia de Dave!

Tiffany said...

I am so sorry to hear this Laura. My prayers will be with you and your family!

Megan said...

Dave, Laura and family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your family be blessed with comfort from Heavenly Father.

Talbot Family said...

Again, I am so sorry. I hope that your family will be comforted during this trying time in your lives. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.

Maricela said...

I am sorry for your loss. I know that Heavenly Father will bless you and help you to find peace at this time. Please let us know if you need anything.

Yorgasons said...

Laura, I am so sorry! My thoughts and prayers will be with you!!