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Bob Fink posted a condolence
Friday, July 6, 2007
Dawn-isms
Sunshine Dawn use to blurt out what she was on her mind without thinking:
Waffle House is a primarily southern chain and the only time we ever stopped at one was on the way back from Orlando in 2002. A few months later we saw one in Lancaster PA and both Rob and I wanted to stop there to get something to eat. Dawn said, ?I don?t want to get greased!?
One time she told me to check the car to make sure it has enough "freezie stuff".
She was cooking in the summer and checked the house thermostat and saw it was set at 78 degrees. "78 that is where you set the heat in the winter not the AC in the summer."
She use to stomp around when the house was messy saying it was a either a "piss house" or a ?shit house". I would go over to my parents' house and tell my Dad how Dawn would describe the house and asked him if he knew the difference. He would laugh and say he didn't know the difference and said he would ask Dawn to explain it to him.
When she was stomping around the house, she would eventually shout "where is my broom?" The first few times I got away by answering with a straight face, "where are you going?" She would still shout for her broom when she to mad, but would always turn to me right away and say with a smile, "don't you say it, do you say it." One time, as Bobby and I were leaving the house, she was outside with a broom and Bobby said to her, "Mom is the car broke?"
When she would tell me to start cleaning, I would say that I needed to go outside and do yard work. She would day that I couldn't use that as an excuse because I liked "fiddling in the yard."
In the middle of the night, she would wake me and say, "I'm hot" or "I'm cold? and nothing else. Guess who went downstairs at 3:00 AM to adjust the temperature?
If she wanted me to go out and get her a coffee, it was "it would be nice if I had a Dunkin Donuts coffee."
I have A.D.D. and tend to drift off. Sunshine had me taking medicine for it but had me stop since it affected my personality and said, "I would rather have you happy and stupid."
I had knee replacement surgery in May 2004. Prior to getting called into the Operating Room, Sunshine told me that she was going to go shopping at the upscale shopping center next to the hospital. My surgery was delayed and they asked if I wanted someone to let my wife know about the delay. I said no and told them she went shopping. After the operation, I woke up and Sunshine in a chair next to my bed. The 1st thing she said to me was, "Went shopping!! You told them I went shopping!! I was kidding, do really think that I would go shopping while you were in surgery. Went Shopping!!"
One time she came home convinced that she had anthrax. Both me and Bobby did a good job of keeping straight faces until we told her that we believed her but ?just don?t tell the neighbors.?
One year I asked for a fertilizer spreader for my birthday. She told me she wouldn?t buy a ?shit spreader? for a present.
Before I got married, I told her the only thing I wanted was the wife, house with a white picket fence, kids and a dog. Naturally the type of dog I wanted was an Old English Sheepdog and she agreed. When it became time to get the dog, she wanted a small dog, or as she said, "I want a dog, not a pony." She picked out the type, color and sex and said, "It?s your dog not mine."
Every night, I would always say "I didn't know" and "nobody knows". "Nobody knows" referred to nobody knowing how much she loved Bobby. She said it was impossible for a mother to love a son more than she loved him. "I don't know" referred to me not knowing how lucky I had it being married to her. She was right and I never knew who much I loved her until it was too late.
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Paul Young posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 6, 2006
Bob
I am so sorry to hear of Dawn's passing. It is such a shock. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry.
Paul
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Kim McLaughlin posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
Our family was away on vacation when we heard the devastating news. How sorry we were that we were not able to make her service, but I heard how beautiful it was. Dawn was a wonderful neighbor and friend. I will always remember that on 9/11 I came over and we cried on eachother's shoulders as we watched the tv together. We also have many fond memories playing Bunco together. I will always remember Dawn's smile, no matter what the circumstances. She always had a smile on her face and what a beautiful smile it was. I promised myself that I would try to have the kind of relationship with my daughters that Dawn had with her son Bobby. She was always so proud of him. I am so lucky to have known her.
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Kathy Higgins posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 29, 2006
TO MY SPECIAL FRIEND
I don?t think it is just by chance, but by God?s grand design
That He has guided both our steps?
To let your path cross mine.
God must have known
That I would need
Someone as kind as you to be my friend,
To warm my heart,
To love me through and through.
God must have known
That life would be much brighter with you here.
To bring me smiles,
To share my joy,
To comfort every fear.
God must have known
How much I needed someone to truly care?
And so God brought you into my life,
The answer to my prayer.
God must have known
Your time on earth would quietly be cut short.
And he made sure the time we spent together would forever warm my heart.
Our time was filled with caring and sharing our hopes, dreams and fears.
With dancing, laughing, shopping, lots of talking,
With many days of travel and adventures and lots of wild times throughout the years.
Thank you dear God for bringing my friend Dawn into my life.
Sweetest Dawn, you will always be my dearest friend?forever alive in my soul.
To continue the adventures and share your love of life with everyone I meet,
That is my goal.
Dawn, I know that you and I will never really be apart.
You will always be with me?in a very special place inside my heart.
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Kathy Higgins posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 29, 2006
DAWN
To become light. To enter one?s consciousness or emotions.
SUNSHINE
Radiant energy, especially heat and visible light, emitted by
the sun a star, the basis of our solar system.
Julie, you gave your beautiful daughter the perfect name. She surely was a light that entered our conciousness and emotions and her joyful sunshine emenated light, heat and joy to everyone she ever met. Her radiant energy spread to each of us who shared her world.
Dawn will always evoke Smiles and Happy Faces and so very many joyous memories.
My favorite memories are of Dawn and I walking on the streets of Japan and a little old man with a big smile stops us and is so happy to see Americans so he can sing for us in his version of English. The song??You Are My Sunshine?
I still light up just thinking about that day.
We went to a secluded Japanse garden with waterfalls and little bridges all around and I still see Dawn walking accross a small stream on stepping stones with the biggest smile on her face. We crossed the stream and stood on this bridge with a reflecting pond and she told me she felt so peacful and free right there in that place and that whenever she would have stress in her life she would always think of that day in the Japanese garden.
Thank you God for bringing Dawn into my life. She brought so much joy to my life. I hope that I was able to bring some joy to her life as well.
Thank you Dawn for being such a wonderful friend and making me feel like a member of the family.
You will always be with me.
To those of you reading this, don?t hesitate - tell those you love that you love them and are proud of them.
Let them know every day, in the little things you do for them. Smile at a stranger that you pass along the street. It might be the best part of their day and you might just make a new friend.
Tell them Dawn says hi.
To Dawn's Family: I love you all very much and am here for you for whatever you may need.
God bless you all!
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Elliott Johnston posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 29, 2006
I have known Dawn for the past 7 years. I will never forget the following: Dawn driving me to ccd when I was in first grade, she walked me into the building the first day to make sure I was ok. Another time I wanted to start a rock collection. I mentioned this to Dawn and she gave me a rock from her indoor waterfall. Also, Dawn helped me with a puppet project in 2nd grade, we made a dog and forgot the ears. Another memory of mine is Dawn asking me to climb through her side window, when her house was being built, so I could unlock the front door so she was able to go in, she paid me $2.00 for doing this for her....she also took me for ashes one year, bought me a treasure chest one year, the memories go on and on....
Me and my family will miss her very much.
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Kathy Higgins posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 29, 2006
SUNSHINE
Sunshine, sweet sunshine,
Why have you disappeared?
You?ve gone to light the heavens
We are lost without you near.
Our hearts are filled with sorrow,
And our eyes are filled with tears.
The time we?ve spent with you, sweet Dawn,
We never will forget.
But even the most beautiful sunshine must set!
And so it is sweet sunshine that
we say goodbye to you today.
You may not be physically with us
But your loving spririt will always stay
Beside us in our memories and in
All the things we do.
We will strive to spread some sunshine
In memory of you.
Happy Bob and Prince Rob, I love you both and will always be there for you. Love, Kathy
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Joanne Lavenberg posted a condolence
Friday, August 25, 2006
To Dawn's husband, son and family,
I worked with Dawn years ago in the hospital laboratory..both of us were "Part Timers", however, the shifts I shared with Dawn were all the more "fun" because of who she was. Our conversations revolved around her love for her husband and son and the many "decorating ideas" she loved to pass along. I will always remember her caring ways and her bright smile! I feel truly priviledged to have known her and to experience the special person she was. I KNOW she is in heaven right now..looking down lovingly upon us. God bless all of you! I share in your sorrow, but know she is in a better place. We will see her awesome smile once again some day!
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Judy Smith posted a condolence
Friday, August 25, 2006
To Dawn's husband, son and family,
As one of Dawn's co-workers and friends, I would like to send my deepest symphathy for your loss. Dawn was admired by her co-workers for the incredible energy she put into her work and her utmost professionalism. Employees from all over the hospital have stopped by to express their shock and sadness over Dawn's passing. Not surprisingly, every one of them says what a nice. sweet. cheerful person she was. She truly did brighten up a room when she came in. It's no wonder she liked smiley faces - she created so many smiles on the faces of the people around her every day. While her technical abilities will no doubt be sorely missed, the greatest loss will be to not have our friend there to brighten our days. She created a lot of laughter with her great sense of humor. Conversations about her home life always had the underlying theme of her love for her family - especially her son. I can only imagine how much you will miss her. I hope you can find peace in your memories of good times with Dawn. I read once how a person's life cannot be measured by the number of years they lived but by the depth by which they spread their love in the world. Dawn will never be forgotten by all of us that loved her.
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Allyon Clark posted a condolence
Thursday, August 24, 2006
When my mom told me that Dawn had passed away all I could think about was all the great memories of being her neighbor. I know that she is in a better place but she will always be with us in our hearts.! All of my prayers are for her family, Happy Bob, and Bobby.! I know that we will all miss her terribly. I don't think we could ever forget her and all her smiles that she always brought us. When I see a smile i will always think of her.! It was a great pleaseure to have you as a neighbor Dawn.
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Ellen, Mike & Elizabeth Giamboy posted a condolence
Thursday, August 24, 2006
We had the pleasure of getting to know Dawn when we lived in Woods Edge. Her generosity was endless and her warmth and caring was inspiring. While we didn't get to spend a lot of time with Dawn, when we did we were treated like family. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bob, Bobby and all of her family and friends. Dawn will truly be missed. Our lives are richer for having had the honor of knowing her.
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Dolores Roselli posted a condolence
Thursday, August 24, 2006
Dawn is/was such a warm caring person.
I'll always remember her for taking 2 hours to curl my hair on our cruise. I know her spirit lives on
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Patty Clark posted a condolence
Thursday, August 24, 2006
It broke my heart to hear of Dawn's passing. My family and I were so blessed to have had Dawn as a friend and neighbor. We will always remember her as a kind, sweet soul with a gentle tone and smiling face. Dawn will truly be missed, but always hold a special place in our hearts as she has made a differance in my life and that of my children and for that, I will always be grateful.
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Michele Giamboy posted a condolence
Thursday, August 24, 2006
Dawn was the nicest person I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. She was a gentle and kind and loving woman and my family and I are blessed for having known her. Rest in Peace my friend.
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gloria rossini posted a condolence
Thursday, August 24, 2006
IF THERE IS A HEAVEN , AND I KNOW THERE IS OUR GIRL IS THERE WITH HER WINGS OF GOLD TO GUIDE US.
WE WILL NEVER FOR GET OUR ANGEL OF RIDDLE LAB.
LOVE , GLO BUG
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SUZANNE THARP posted a condolence
Thursday, August 24, 2006
WHO FINDS A FRIEND, FINDS A TRESURE.
THE ONLY WAY TO HAVE A FRIEND, IS TO BE ONE.
A REAL FRIEND IS ONE WHO WALKS IN WHEN THE REST OF THE WORLD WALKS OUT.
A FRIEND IS A PRESENT YOU GIVE YOURSELF.
A TRUE FRIEND IS SOMEONE WHO IS THERE FOR YOU WHEN SHE'D RATHER BE ANYWHERE ELSE.
BOOKS, LIKE FRIENDS, SHOULD BE FEW AND WELL CHOSEN.
GOOD FRIENDS ARE HARD TO FIND, HARDER TO LEAVE, AND IMPOSSIBLE TO FORGET.
TRUE FRIENDSHIP NEVER ENDS.
FOREVER FRIENDS.
THERE IS FOREVER FRIENDSHIP WHEN YOUR DOWN AND THE WORLD SEEMS DARK AND EMPTY, YOUR FOREVER FRIEND LIFTS YOU UP IN SPIRIT AND MAKES THAT DARK AND EMPTY WORLD, SUDDENLY SEEM BRIGHT AND FULL.YOUR FOREVER FRIEND GETS YOU THROUGH THE HARD TIMES, THE SAD TIMES, AND THE CONFUSED TIMES. YOUR FOREVER FRIEND HOLDS YOUR HAND AND TELLS YOU THAT EVERYTHING IS GOIN TO BE OKAY. AND IF YOU FIND SUCH A FRIEND, YOU FEEL HAPPY AND COMPLETE, BECAUSE YOU NEED NOT TO WORRY. YOU HAVE A FOREVER FRIEND FOR LIFE AND FOREVER HAS NO END.
GOOD FRIENDS MAKE LIFE SO MUCH BETTER.
DAWN I WILL ALWAYS MISS MY GOOD MORNIN, HI SWEETIE.
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Allyson Clark posted a condolence
Thursday, August 24, 2006
When my mom told me that Dawn had passed away all I could think about was all the great memories of being her neighbor. I know that she is in a better place but she will always be with us in our hearts.! All of my prayers are for her family, Happy Bob, and Bobby.! I know that we will all miss her terribly. I don't think we could ever forget her and all her smiles that she always brought us. When I see a smile i will always think of her.! It was a great pleaseure to have you as a neighbor Dawn.
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Walt posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Dawn was a very special person and she always had a smile or a good thought for everyone she met. She was the most caring person that I have ever known. I feel very bad for losing my friend but even worse for her family. We will all miss her. I just hope they have smiley faces and shopping malls in heaven.
What we do for ourselves dies with us, but what we do for others is immortal . . .
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Tim Long posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
As a friend of a friend, I could see very clearly the effect that Dawn had in so many lives. A very special person, close to me would light up at the mere mention of her name. She couldn't find enough time to spend in Dawns company. They built a connection made up of love, laughs, working together and most importantly, being of the same mind in so many ways. I watched a relationship develope that wasusually reserved for family members only. The spirtual sisterhood experienced by Dawn and my very close friend was something to behold. My only regrete is that I didn't have the opportunity to be in her company more often.
To all her friends, cherish the experience. To her family, thank you for sharing such a precious gift. And to my very special friend, bask in the warmth of her love and know you experienced something that will never die.
God Bless You All
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Cathey Long posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
To my Super Hero-"Queen Dawn of the Smiley Faces". I'm sure noe that there are Smiley Faces all the way to the Pearly Gates. I also know that the most beautiful one there is yours. I am also sure that there are no Gladiola's but so many other silly things.
I noticed that the good Lord takes all the beautiful people in life Home much to soon. He doesn't want them getting old and ugly. He needs them close by.
I am so sad for your family,especially your boys.
You will live on in the hearts of many and in mine forever. Promise to meet me when its my turn, my dear, dear friend....end
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Kristen Cripps posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
I was blessed to have known Dawn. Her smiling face and caring nature made her a friend to everyone she met. Joking,teasing, Working with her at the lab or just hanging with the girls. She was an inspiration. She was a beautiful spirit and will be missed by all who knew her.I will never see a smiley face without thinking of her.
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Maureen Bicocchi posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
I did not know Dawn very well however we met at work because we had the same hours and would see one another going in to work in the morning and leaving work in the afternoon. She was such a nice person, always smiling. I always remember her car pulling up with the big yellow smiley face on the bumper, and thats how I knew it was her. My hours eventually changed and I didnt see her anymore and when I heard of her passing it was such a shock to me. I wish I couldve gotten to know her better.
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Mary Ann posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
I met Dawn about three years ago, and that was the start of a beautiful friendship and sisterhood. Like the sisterhood of the traveling pants,we all were the sisterhood of Riddle Lab.I think the legacy that Dawn leaves us all with is to Reach for the stars and live each day to the fullest. But be careful along the way. Dawn was a joyous spirit and a sensitive soul. Dawn was the most positive person I have ever met in my life time. Always with a smile on her face, and always with a simple saying like,"Good Morning Sun-Shine". Her spirit will live forever in all she ever touched. I know it will be difficult for Bob and Bobby to go on but I knew she has taught us all well during her borrowed time here on Earth.And Bobby I know she loved you so much and she was honored to have you as her, "Prince". God will take care of us all and Dawn will be our new Guardian Angel.
Mary Ann
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Marissa K. Yeager posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
Dawn was one of the warmest, friendliest people I ever met. The first time I met Dawn, we talked as if we'd know each other our entire lives. Her passing will leave a giant hole in the lives of the people who loved & cared about her, but I'm certain all of heaven is rejoicing at Dawn's entry into God's Kingdom. May God grant you Bob & Bobby, Dawn's parents & her brother with peace, comfort & inner strength to carry on.
Much love,
Marissa
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jackie collins posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
I was fortunate enough to have worked with Dawn in the laboratory. She was a conscientious worker as well as a good friend. She truly loved her "king and prince" both of whom brought such great joy to her life. She often spoke of her family, sharing the good memories as well as her concerns. We compared notes about our sons, college searches,etc. Her life was far too short, but she lived every day with anticipation. All of us who were fortunate enough to have been touched by her life will miss her terribly. We won't forget her trademark "smiley face" as well as her own beautiful smiley face and cheerful nature. I am grateful that she was a part of my live. Jackie
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Jay Douthwaite posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
I was so sorry to hear of Dawn's passing. I worked with Dawn at Taylor Hospital...in the laboratory. Dawn was such a wonderful and caring person. I will miss her and I am honored to count her among my friends.
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