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Lori Dobbins posted a condolence
Thursday, March 13, 2003
Dear Leslie,
I can't believe that it has been 4 months since you left us. I still think of you every day and miss you just as much. I visit your grave often and my heart still breaks everytime I'm there. Sometimes life doesn't seem very fair but I know there is a lesson to be learned. I know God only takes the best, and God knows he got the very best when he got you. I miss you very much. Keep watching over Steve and the kids like you have been because you are doing a wonderful job. You would be so proud of Steve and the kids.
All my love, Lori
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Diane McClintock posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 26, 2002
Dear Stephanie, Allison, Chris and Steve,
Leslie was such a big part of my life and the lives of my family. Taking her to Phila. to the doctors was never a problem for me, she was always upbeat and made the best of every situation. We solved the problems of the world with those car chats. She was a giving, kind and interested person. I will always remember the smile on her face when we were all gathered at my Christmas Dinner table and Steve would annouce that Leslie was expecting a new baby that next summer. Steve and Les and their children breathed a new life into our family with their young and active lives. Leslie and I shared so many holidays and birthdays and weddings together. I will miss her helping hand at all our family functions.
"Peace Prayer of Saint Francis"
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.
Where there is hatred, let me sow love:
When there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
Where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master, grant that I may seek not so much to be consoled as to console, to be understood as to understand, and to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive:
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
and it is in dying that we are born to Eternal Life.
I always said a prayer to St. Francis for Leslie and I feel that she lived her life very much like this prayer she always found the light in the darkest times and I miss her now and I will always.
All My Love, Diane
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Michele Lanciano posted a condolence
Thursday, November 21, 2002
Lesile was truly a hero. No matter how bad she was feeling, she always had a smile and a kind word. She was always genuinely concerned about other people's problems. Lesile always put her children and husband first. She is one of the most unselfish people I have ever known. I will cherish our pool-side chats this past summer at Green-Fields Swim Club. I consider it an honor and privledge to have been her friend.
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The Kalisky Family posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 20, 2002
We were saddened to here of the news about Leslie. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you these days. She will be remembered by her incredible will and courage which I am sure was instilled at home during her youth. It is a testament to all of the Cosgrave family and friends. God Bless You during this time.
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linda fritz posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 19, 2002
There are no words to say how Leslie has touched my life. I only know how much i loved her and will always remember her courage, spirit and love for her family and her fight for life. Always be pround of her. She will truely be an inspiration to her children , her wonderful husband and everyone she has touched. With my deepest sympathys i will miss her so. My heart will smile each and every time i think of her. Love, Linda
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Melissa Wood posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 19, 2002
The first time I met Mrs. Dell, a few years ago, I was picking up my sister from Brownies, where she and Allison were in the same troop. My mom introduced us and she looked right into my eyes and said "Hi, so how's the high school?" Like she already knew me. Although I did not know her as well as others have over the past few years, whenever we saw eachother, Mrs. Dell always took the time to pause and ask me about school, was always was interested in the details of the proms and homecomings, gave me suggestions on what to wear and how to do my hair...she always asked about my date and other boys so she could give her approval and SOMEhow always seemed to know them, even from two towns over! Mrs. Dell was ever-supportive of my college endeavors...as a UDel alumni, she only sent words of relief and encouragement into my parents' ears, and I am forever grateful for her backing and reassurance over the past year and a half.
I will always remember Mrs. Dell's kindness, encouragement, and as others have stated, bravery. She was a wonderful example for anyone, in every aspect of life, and will be truly missed.
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Mary McAssey Krueger posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 19, 2002
Leslie and I were best friends in 7th and 8th grade, We both were beginning at Jr. High and instantly clicked as friends. I remember taking a 3-day field trip to Williamsburg Va. where Leslie and I shared a room with two other girls. I look back on this time of my life and realize how carefree and wonderful it was for us. We were surrounded by friends and family that let us grow into who we were meant to be. I can remember being outside Leslie's house in Devon and her doing cartwheels all the way to the end of yard and back. She soaked up every minute of life. We parted when I changed schools although occasionally our paths would cross throughout high school and college. I would hear from her Mom about how great her husband was and the birth of each of her kids. Although we drifted apart I will never forget how special she was with her laughter and her ability to make those around her smile. I feel lucky to have known her.
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Lauren McClintock St. Pierre posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 19, 2002
I met Leslie when I was 12 years old. The minute Lynn and I looked at Les we instantly loved her. She was just so neat. She wore her turtleneck straight up not folded in the middle like we did. From then on, we had to wear our turtlenecks just like Leslie did. She was just the classiest lady and of course she was marrying our favorite uncle. We were hooked!
Leslie was a constant in our lives from then on. She never missed a dance, a prom, a field hockey game or any opportunity to listen to my stories. When I crashed my car, I drove to Leslie's first before I went home to show my dad. Wedding plans...she knew every single detail. I knew she was always on my side. She was my Aunt but also my friend.
I spoke with Leslie almost every single day. No matter what she was going through or feeling whenever I asked her how she was...she always said, "I'm fine, how are you." She was a remarkable person, loving mother and wife. I will miss her everyday of my life.
To Stephanie, Allison, and Christopher---
Whenever you look up in the sky and see the brightest star, that is your Mommy shining down on you. Andrew and I love you!
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Donna McDowell posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 19, 2002
Dear Steve, Stephanie, Allison & Christopher,
Please know how sorry we all are for your loss. Les was a wonderful person and she will be missed by everyone who knew her. She was truly a special angel. Please know that are thougths and prayers are with you. Love,
Jeff, Donna, Megan and Matthew McDowell
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Jamie Siegel posted a condolence
Monday, November 18, 2002
I will always remember Leslie as a kind and giving person. She was ALWAYS concerned about other people. She never focused on her own difficulties. I will cherish the memories of our friendship. Two of my favorite songs remind me of LeslieDionne Warwick -Extravagant Gestures ,and Mariah Carey -,Hero. Leslie was truly a Hero.
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Nicole Walsh posted a condolence
Monday, November 18, 2002
Mrs. Dell was never in a bad mood, that is something I will always remember about her. There wasn't one bad quality I could pick out about her. She was a loving mother, a dedicated wife, and a friend to everyone. Work won't be the same on Saturdays without her and Ita visiting me for some hoagies and soda for dinner, or being able to ask her what she was gonna cook me for dinner that night. I'll never forget you Mrs. Dell, you are greatly missed by all.
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The Walsh's posted a condolence
Monday, November 18, 2002
All of the above statements are so true about Leslie. She was the nicest, kindest, and bravest human beings. Never had a bad thing to say about anyone and never passed judgment. I also will miss her terribly.
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The Jordan Family posted a condolence
Monday, November 18, 2002
Brave, loving, kind, compassionate, giving, strong of character, ever so patient, very humble, and yes, funny, even when she didn't mean to be.
Leslie was not just my neighbor, but my dear, beloved friend whom I'll miss terribly.
She was my inspiration.
"Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while, leaving footprints on our hearts, and we are never, ever the same. We cherish the kindred spirits who have touched our lives, and hold close relationships we have nurtured. Just the knowledge of their existence brings us a kind of warmth and beauty. When we pause to reflect upon those who matter most, let us always remember that being close has nothing to do with time or distance, it has everything to do with the heart."
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Sue Dellaquilla & family posted a condolence
Monday, November 18, 2002
I will remember Leslie for the warmth and friendship she showed me when I 'married into the family'. I will remember Leslie for her love of children. I will remember Leslie for the quiet dignity she showed during her illness. I will remember the rainbow I saw when I left her house shortly after she passed away - her own stairway to heaven. Friends are like angels who help us fly when our wings have forgotten how to try. God Bless you.
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The Dobbins' Family posted a condolence
Sunday, November 17, 2002
Leslie was such a gracious and loving person. She taught me so many precious things. She always had kids running through her house and nothing ever seemed to bother her. The more kids the better Leslie loved it. She taught me how to face adversity and still fight to go on. One two occassions Leslie and Steve helped me and my family through the two most difficult times of my life--when my father died and when Kenny Dechen died and I would have never made it if it wasn't for all the love and support Leslie gave me--and for that I will always love Leslie. The following is something that Leslie would say:
SAFELY HOME
I am home in Heaven, dear ones;
Oh, so happy and so bright!
There is perfect joy and beauty
In this everlasting light.
All the pain and grief is over,
Every restless tossing passed;
I am now at peace forever,
Safely home in Heaven at last.
Did you wonder I so calmly
Trod the valley of the shade?
OH! but Jesus' love illumined
Every dark and fearful glade.
And He came Himself to meet me
In that way so hard to tread;
And with Jesus' arm to lean on,
Could I have one doubt to dread?
Then you must not grieve so sorely,
For I love you dearly still:
Try to look beyond earth's shadows,
Pray to trust our Father's will.
There is work still waiting for you,
So you must not idly stand;
Do it now, while life remaineth--
You shall rest in Jesus' land.
When that work is all completed,
He will gently call you Home;
Oh, the rapture of that meeting,
Oh, the joy to see you come!
Good Bye, Leslie. We will always love you and a part of you will always be in our hearts.
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The Harley Family posted a condolence
Saturday, November 16, 2002
There has never been a truer or more graceful friend as Leslie. She has touched many lives in so many different, positive ways. She handled everything with such class and taught us all how to be more giving people. We miss and love her dearly.
"Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy"
-Eskimo Legend-
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