Grandma Mildred Poljanec passed away on October 6th, 2011 after a brief, but painful battle with throat cancer. The day after Trenton's baptism airline tickets were rescheduled, bags were packed and the family headed out to Pinedale, WY. It seems losing a mother, no matter what the circumstances, is a profound experience and a time to reflect for every child. They are your link to this earthly experience and a source of unconditional love despite any difficulties they may have had. Deb, Mom and Sandy were able to be together during this time and relied heavily on one another.
The service was simple and beautiful. We only had a graveside service for her with beautiful Pinedale, WY in the fall as the backdrop. Mom spoke and sang "Mother, I Love You." All her grandchildren and great-grandchildren sang "I am A Child of God." The service was opened up for anyone to speak and the resounding theme was of how much Grandma loved her children and grandchildren and how well she had done on this earth life with the trials she was given. I imagine her finally at peace from all of her pains and struggles here on earth. I spoke of the responsibility I feel to make her proud as her posterity and teach her great-grandchildren well. I know she'll be watching! :)
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Love you, Grandma!!!
1 comment:
Uncle Roy was so impressed with all of you and that you sang so well and even Johnny knew all the words. Thank you for making things 'just work' when you had so much already planned. I will miss Mom's love and presence. It's so nice she's no longer suffering mentally and physically. I never imagined Cancer could be so aggressive and terrible to witness. This is a nice tribute to her. Love ya!
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