A few weeks ago my grandma Jan passed away. Fortunately we were in Montana when her health took a turn for the worst and we (as well as Elsie) spent some good time with her before she passed away.
here we are before Elsie was born (you can see her in my tummy). 🙂
Just a couple of days before she passed away Brit delivered dolls to Elsie and Saffron – Grandma had each doll specifically made to match the features of the grandchildren. She didn’t get to see this photo – but here are Elsie and Saffie with their dolls in their matching yellow dresses (also from grandman Jan).
We returned to Montana a few weeks later for the Memorial. We had a lot of family come to town for the memorial and with the help of many we put on quite a celebration.
We created photo boards of the many phases of grandma’s life … (we couldn’t just settle on one photo)
Josh put together an amazing video complete with Josh commentary and many many photos (maybe if we ask nicely he will put it up for us to see – but don’t hold your breath, I still don’t have my wedding video 5 years later).
My grandma was a member of the red hat society and her Happy Hatters all showed up decked to the nines!
Elsie celebrated Grandma’s fun spirit by wearing a poodle skirt!
We enjoyed hearing many great stories and meeting many people that had touched my grandma’s life – its amazing how much one lady can accomplish!
Here are the Richau’s (Clem, Bonnie, Ron and my Great Grandma Esther – My grandpa lavio’s step-mom)
My parents hosted another gathering at their new (soon to be remodeled) home…
It was a true celebration of a wonderful Grandma, Great grandma, Mother and friend. We will miss you Grandma!
July 31, 2008 at 9:56 am
Mandy, so sorry to hear about your Grandma Jan’s passing. Sounds like she was an amazing woman, and I’m sure she’ll live on through your memories and in your hearts.
July 31, 2008 at 1:08 pm
Wonderful recap, Mandy. Thank-you so much for documenting many treasured memories and a fond farewell to our Gramma Jan.