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Gertrude M. (Rydlewski) Callahan
October 9, 1930 ~ July 22, 2016 (age 85) 85 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Jane Saxton
on August 6, 2016 11:47 AM
Message from The Saxton Famiky
August 6, 2016 11:45 AM
Hugh, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. "Trudy" to all of us on N. Lincoln St will always be remembered for her electric personality:) you were a blessing to her. As a caretaker myself you should be proud. Sympathy to your whole family. Take care
Message from Dutch Hopkins
July 29, 2016 11:45 AM
I am so sorry to hear of Trudy's passing. She was always so kind to all of us. She will be missed.
A candle was lit by Dutch Hopkins
on July 29, 2016 11:42 AM
A candle was lit by Chrissy Hidinger
on July 27, 2016 10:09 PM
A candle was lit by The Duque Family
on July 26, 2016 10:21 PM
Message from GAY BOWEN
July 26, 2016 11:54 AM
I MET TRUDY AT BRANDYWNE WHEN I CAME IN TWICE A WK TO FEED BETTY L.. WE TALKED ABOUT THE DAYS WHEN WE LIVED UP IN WILM. AND HOW MKT STREET LOOKED THEN. SHE WAS A LOVELY WOMAN WHO ALL WAYS SAID THANK YOU WHEN SOMEONE WOULD DO ANYTING FOR HER. I WILL MISS SEEING HER.
Message from Ruth Ann
July 26, 2016 6:21 PM
Thank you Gay She was an amazing woman who touched so many lives. It amazes me how she always said thank you for the smallest things. She was always loving and had unconditional love for everyone. I thank God she was my mom.
Message from June Kempski
July 26, 2016 8:48 AM
Aunt Trudy was someone who always made you smile, and happy.She was so out going and made you feel good about yourself. She always had a smile on her face and open arms for a hug. Love you and never can forget you.
A candle was lit by June Kempski
on July 26, 2016 8:42 AM
Message from Debbie Smith
July 25, 2016 2:51 PM
Dear Ruth Ann, I will miss seeing your Mom at Brandywine. I enjoyed many a conversation with her over lunch or dinner. She always had a smile and a "thank you". She was a great trivia player, too. Miss Trudy would be one of the first to answer. Wishing you healing in the days ahead.
Message from Chris Pollinger
July 25, 2016 10:06 AM
Ruthann & Family, so sorry for your loss. I remember your Mom at Evergreen & their parties , dancing & singing. I know how my Dad enjoyed his days there. Such fond memories I know you have.
Chris Pollinger
Chris Pollinger
Message from Terry & Andrew Palumbo
July 24, 2016 11:09 PM
Ruth Ann and family. Our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear mother! She was friendly, social and I learned at the Prom that she loved to dance! It is a true loss for anyone who knew her. She is with the Lord she loved so much and with Our Lady and her beloved spouse. RIP Trudy, your work here is done.
Message from Ruth Ann Dressel
July 25, 2016 9:21 PM
Thank you Terry. I miss mom so much because she had such unconditional love and respect for her family and everyone. She was an amazing woman and I know I will see her again one day. You were right her journey was completed and she is with my dad and her family that she missed so much. I also know that she is with me in spirit every day and I truly feel it. Thank you for being so kind to my mom. Ruth Ann
Message from Terry Palumbo
July 26, 2016 9:07 PM
Ruth Ann, our mothers are our first teachers and their words are forever in our hearts. Reflections, second floor is not the same without her but she suffers no more. Please keep in touch. Terry
Message from Paula Slagle
July 24, 2016 7:50 PM
So sorry for your loss I will never forget our trip to Washington DC with the Alzheimer Assn a few years back. We had fun with your mom as she chatted with everyone she saw! Hope you continue to fight for a world without alzheimer''s disease, Hugs to all of you Paula Slagle
A candle was lit by Paula Slagle
on July 24, 2016 7:37 PM
Message from Rita Draper Crowley
July 24, 2016 2:46 PM
Ruthann,
You are blessed with an awesome mother. I certainly ca appreciate the hardships of Alzheimers. My mother is experiencing it now. It's not easy, I know. Your mother has always been the life of the group and made everyone smile. She always shared her great sense of joy to everyone. You have so many good memories to cherish. You are in my prayers.
Rita Draper Crowley
You are blessed with an awesome mother. I certainly ca appreciate the hardships of Alzheimers. My mother is experiencing it now. It's not easy, I know. Your mother has always been the life of the group and made everyone smile. She always shared her great sense of joy to everyone. You have so many good memories to cherish. You are in my prayers.
Rita Draper Crowley
Message from bill lewiz
July 24, 2016 1:07 PM
So sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one Trudy. As a former neighbor and co-worker I only wish could attend the services
One again my deepest sympathies.
One again my deepest sympathies.
Message from Kathy Ferro
July 24, 2016 10:14 AM
Stephanie, Mrs and Mr Dressel, Rick-
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of you grandmother. I remember her as a joyful women, so full of life cheering for all of us on the sidelines of our soccer games. My prayers are with your family. I know it's sad time but hope you will have a few smiles thinking of all the wonderful memories with your mom mom. Love and prayers. Kathy
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of you grandmother. I remember her as a joyful women, so full of life cheering for all of us on the sidelines of our soccer games. My prayers are with your family. I know it's sad time but hope you will have a few smiles thinking of all the wonderful memories with your mom mom. Love and prayers. Kathy
Message from Kelli Farris
July 24, 2016 8:16 AM
Mom mom Trudy was one of the most upbeat and positive women I have met...I can remember her running up and down the sidelines at our soccer games cheering as loud as she could and waiving her arms :))) go Magic go...I loved her like she was my mom mom! So many great memories to cherish!!! She lived a full happy vibrant life and now she gets to be with the love of her life again. She will be missed dearly but just know she is still cheering us on from heaven!! XOXO love you Trude!!!
A candle was lit by Kelli "Magic" Farris
on July 24, 2016 8:08 AM
Message from Clare Ferguson Clark
July 23, 2016 10:36 PM
Ruth, Hugh and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. I remember many good times we shared with your Mom on Gilpin Avenue and Lincoln Street. We were some lucky kids growing up in such a good neighborhood. And continuing our friendship in our adult years. I will always remember Trudy as a fun and loving Mom.
Please accept my deepest sympathy. I remember many good times we shared with your Mom on Gilpin Avenue and Lincoln Street. We were some lucky kids growing up in such a good neighborhood. And continuing our friendship in our adult years. I will always remember Trudy as a fun and loving Mom.
Message from Chenoa Saxton
July 23, 2016 10:01 PM
I will miss Aunt Trudy. She was life of every party. God be with the family now. RIP love and miss you
A candle was lit by Chenoa Saxtom
on July 23, 2016 10:00 PM
A candle was lit by Stephanie, Anthony, Ava and Grayden Ripanti
on July 23, 2016 7:10 PM
A candle was lit by Ruth Ann
on July 23, 2016 6:52 PM
Message from Stephanie Ripanti
July 23, 2016 6:06 PM
Mom-Mom:
There are no words on how much you are loved. You were the most vibrant, beautiful, positive, selfless, caring and loving person I knew and I am so blessed to call you my Mom-Mom and our children's Great-grandmother. You touched so many lives and made everyone around you smile. You will be missed every day but we can live in comfort knowing that we have such amazing memories with you and you have now been reunited with so many loved ones in heaven. One day I will see you again..... I love you so much.
There are no words on how much you are loved. You were the most vibrant, beautiful, positive, selfless, caring and loving person I knew and I am so blessed to call you my Mom-Mom and our children's Great-grandmother. You touched so many lives and made everyone around you smile. You will be missed every day but we can live in comfort knowing that we have such amazing memories with you and you have now been reunited with so many loved ones in heaven. One day I will see you again..... I love you so much.
A candle was lit by Maria & Bill Gilson
on July 23, 2016 5:56 PM
Message from Maria Gilson
July 23, 2016 5:55 PM
We will always remember your mom as wonderful & fun loving, with a beautiful smile! Our deepest sympathies 🌹
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