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Anonymous posted a condolence
Saturday, April 24, 2004
Irene Finn?s Eulogy
Read April 15,2004
I was 13 years old and she was getting married. It was all so exciting. She wanted me to be in her wedding.
In the year or two before that I had gotten to know my Aunt Catherine, my cousin Irene and her sister Lillian when they moved to New Jersey from the CITY. My mother?s visits to her sister Catherine?s were exciting for me with 2 older girl cousins who always treated me special.
That was 46 years ago and that special feeling has always been with me whenever I was with Irene over all these years.
She wasn?t a career goal-oriented woman who spoke-up out of the crowd and insisted on things being her way or no way. She modeled for me a quiet laid back, but knew what she wanted, unselfish, and responsible life style that helped me shape the values and behaviors that I own still today.
The memories are so bountiful and precious. I will only share a few with you tonight. But I could write a book.
I remember her and Don taking me with them to play miniature golf or to the movies before and after their wedding.
I remember watching her handle with such grace and control 3 children under the age of 4. Feeding the twins, Laurie and Linda with the same spoon to save time?a marvelous creative idea I would have never thought of at my mature age of 17.
I remember Don after his back surgery, having 3 small children, sitting on the floor with his back against the wall playing with the children at their level because he couldn?t lift them. He did it out of a deep love to spend quality time with them not knowing, I think, but fulfilling an important child development belief that being with children at their level enhances their self-esteem and makes them feel more secure.
There wasn?t a time that I came to visit Irene and Don, which often was by myself or with only my daughters, that Don didn?t go out and check my oil level in my car to be sure the car was safe for the ride back home. It was those little things that made me feel loved.
And the relationship that Don and Irene had was also a model one. Their love was deep and special and for the 16 years she was without him she just adored him even more. Every time I came to visit there was a new OLD picture of Don young and handsome or one of her and him in their prime displayed in a special place in the house. ?YOU DON?T WANT ANY SUBSTITUTES WHEN YOU?VE HAD HE BEST, she told me many times.
I was 20 years old. Baba, our grandmother died. We were at the wake. Irene was sitting next to me. My mother and all her siblings, together or alone, kept going up to the open casket hugging and kissing their mother with uncontrollable sorrow. I was scared! Was I expected to kiss her too? When it was my turn to say goodbye I didn?t think I could touch her. What would she feel like? I whispered my scared thoughts to Irene and grabbed her hand. She told me I didn?t have to do that. She told me to do what I was comfortable doing. No matter my actions Baba knew I loved her and it was all right. She was there for me helping to shape me AGAIN and loving me no matter what I did.
That?s how I saw her behave with those she loved all through these years. Giving unconditional love and support. Yes, not always agreeing with others decisions or actions. Sometimes it required a period of time for her to recover from her stubbornness. But she always recovered and she loved in her heart during that time as well.
We can easily forget, those of us that knew, the fragile upbringing that Irene had. Being raised by a very loving but preoccupied Mom who constantly had to protect herself and her 2 daughters from a tyrant and selfish husband. Those scares on one?s personality implanted there as a child gave Irene permission and even license in my eyes to be sensitive, stubborn and even appear indifferent in certain situations. BUT the loving and patient side of Irene?s personality was a triumph over the wrong she so unjustly experienced in her young life.
My loving relationship with Irene and Don grew into a loving relationship with Laurie, Linda, Doug and Valery an
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Judy Ogborne posted a condolence
Monday, April 19, 2004
I will always remember Irene as an elegant Lady with her beautiful coat of royal purple and her perky red hat upon her head out with the "Red Hat Honeys" for a day of fun and laughter.We will think of her often as we carry on in the red hat spirit, happy to have had the pleasure of her company and friendship if only for a short time. Queen Purple Fountain
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Brittney Dunn posted a condolence
Sunday, April 18, 2004
I believe it's safe to say,
That in the past few days
A many things have changed
You have gone to better place
Even though it seems you were taken in hace
I will always remember that smiling face
I know it's hard to understand
But we all must know there's a bigger plan
And one day you'll come to take us all, hand in hand
I believe it's safe to say
that in the past few days
I have changed
I used to believe to be someone
You had to be a famous one
But now I see all you really need is family
Nothing out of the ordinary
Nothing too extraordinary
Just someone to hold and love
Sent from God, up above
So now it's time to say goodbye
I can't promise I won't cry
But I'll promise to live a better life for you,
Just know how much I love you.
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taylor posted a condolence
Friday, April 16, 2004
I loved my grandmom! I miss her soooo much. She would always hug me and say that she loved me and she said that she will always love me!!! When I knew that she was dead I started to cry. I never cried so much in my whole life. I miss her so much but she is with pop-pop now!! And I know that he will take good care of her! I will miss her!!!
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Caroline posted a condolence
Thursday, April 15, 2004
I only learned today of your mothers death. I am so sorry for your loss. I just know she is happy with your father.Take care. You are all in my prayers, Caroline Carducci
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Valery posted a condolence
Thursday, April 15, 2004
I cannot possibly express the sadness I feel with the passing of my Mother. I loved her more then anything.....and I just pray she knew that. She was always there for me....taking care of me, encouraging me and laughing with me. I will forever have an ache in my heart.....I pray that you are happy with Daddy up in heaven. I love you so very, very much Mom.
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Laurie posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 14, 2004
I want everyone to know that my mom was the best mom ever. She was always there for her family and friends. I can't imagine life without her, so many things I should have said and done. I hope she will always know how special she was to me. Daddy please take good care of her, she's with you now. Love to you both.
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Roberta Burlock posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 14, 2004
Dreams drift away like leaves on the water.
They roll down the river and slip out of sight.
Too many times we do what we ought.
Put off 'til tomorrow what we'd really rather do tonight,
And later realize:
Time passes by, people pass on.
At the drop of a tear, they're gone.
Let's do what we dare, do what we like,
And love while we're here before time passes by.
Thoughts are like pennies we keep in our pockets.
They're never worth nothing 'til we give them away.
But love's like a promise in an un-opened letter,
Where nights full of pleasure seldom see the light of day,
When life gets in the way.
Time passes by, people pass on.
At the drop of a tear, they're gone.
Let's do what we dare, do what we like,
And love while we're here before time passes by. writter unknown
Although,I only knew Irene for a short period of time, I miss her already. I will always remember her in her purple coat. She was a true Red Hat Honey long before the organization got started.
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Kim & John Amorosi posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 14, 2004
We were deeply saddened by the news. Irene was such a strong, wonderful lady. We didn't see her much but always enjoyed talking wither her when we got the chance. We are thinking of you all today.
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Jodi Leto posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 14, 2004
Dear laurie,linda,valery,and doug,your mom had recently wrote me about finally staying in touch and I'm sorry we didn't in the end.I'm still in disbelief.Irene was my godmother and I hope she hears me now,take care Irene.Love Jodi
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Sandi Sank posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 14, 2004
Irene was a truly lovely lady, and it was a delight to be in the Red Hat Society with her,, tho the time has been all too short. We will miss her very much at our gatherings.All sympathy to her family.
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Loretta Finch-Ellis posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 14, 2004
I feel like I was just getting to know you from the dinners and trip. You will truly be missed in our gang of Red Hatters.
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Caroline Leto posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 14, 2004
Dear Linda, Laurie, Doug and Valery:
The best of my early memories were made up of events shared with your mother. 13 when we met, proudly we were Arista students together, weddings, births and deaths - all that life has to offer - we shared. Tho her departure left us ill prepared, her legacy remains with all of us. I loved her and will very much miss my dear, old friend.
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Joan Mattson posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 14, 2004
There is a prayer in my heart for every tear shed by Irene's many loved ones.
Irene was the first Red Hat "girl" I met...
She will be missed so!
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Jerry Dumas posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 13, 2004
Laura, Linda, Doug, Valery and your families: Aunt Helen Dumas and I want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers .
Love Cousin Jerry Dumas, Berwick PA.
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Patricia McCarthy posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 13, 2004
Dear Laura & family:
We were so saddened to read about your mother's passing. We will do our best to attend her service on Wednesday evening. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your friends,
Patti and Michael McCarthy
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Louise DiMedio posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 13, 2004
Chance makes our parents, choice makes our friends". Goodness is a special kind of truth and beauty. I met your Mother her first day at Campbell Soup and always remained her friend. She was a wonderful woman.
Louise DiMedio
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Janet McCall posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 13, 2004
For Irene
This time will surely drift on by
alas for now, you need to cry.
We did but know her for a day.
But we are glad we passed her way.
So will you let us share your pain?
Until perhaps your whole again?
Look over your shoulder and beyond
and see her dear face, pain all gone.
And when in dreams you see her again.
Tell her she is missed by her friends.
The Red Hat Honeys
Written by Janet McCall
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Jack McCall posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 13, 2004
My wife Janet and I volunteered with Irene at Underwood Hospital for many years.
She was a nice person, and will be sorely missed by all in the hospital.
And especially by Janet and me.
She worked so hard there, bringing patients down from same day surgery.
And doing errands from the desk.
She was quite a special gal, we are so sorry for your loss.
May God give you comfort.
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Barbara Klitchko posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 13, 2004
My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time. One of the Red Hat Society members.
Sincerely, Barbara Klitchko
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Carole S. Eastlack posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 13, 2004
I so enjoyed knowing Irene through the Red Hat Honeys, and as a fellow volunteer at U-MH. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
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