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Name: Mary Ann (Haitz) Merrill
Email: maryann@marcellus.com
Message:
Jean was my beloved friend since we were both l2 years of age until her death. I just found out about it from Marge Gilbert last night Nov. 5. I tried to call the Gilbert home in Sioux City, but was told there was no such listing. I had wanted to find addresses for her brother Frank and for her children as well as her cousin Nancy so that I could write them personally, but to no avail.
To me she seemed to have a genious for friendship, and I know many many others felt the same way. I found her totally non-judgemental--always championing the left-out ones and giving them of her time and attention. Her loyalty knew no bounds. My heart cries out at her loss even though our face-to-face meetings were rare. I have long realized that some of her qualities were present in my late and present husband and probably were partially the reason I fell in love with them. My heart goes out to the others who loved her so much.
Please see that the family gets this message.
Mary Ann Merrill
721 Marion St.
Denver, Co 80218
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Name: Nicole Christenson-Keisacker
Email: Nicole.Christenson@usd.edu
Message:
I am so sorry to hear about Jean's passing. I loved talking with her at the Pi Phi house about anything and everything. She was a great "mom" and will be missed by all. |
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Name: Jeannie Reed
Email: jeannie@brycelawoffices.com
Message:
My heart goes out to your family during this difficult time. |
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Name: Anna Malowney
Email: artanna@sbcglobal.net
Message:
Caring thoughts are with each member of the family. Jean was a precious friend -- we were in the Theta House together and have remained in touch through the years. May God's love comfort you in this difficult time. Deepest sympathy to each one of you. |
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Name: Katie Colleran
Email: kathryn.colleran@k12.sd.us
Message:
Dear Anderson Family,
My heartfelt condolences to you on the loss of a wonderful, warm, and amazing woman. Jean was blessed with a great ability to make many young people feel special and loved. I am so thankful for the opportunity I was given in meeting Jean. Her dry sense of humor, wonderful wit, and words of advice won't be forgotten. |
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Name: Georgia Texley Family
Email: chfl20@sio.midco.net
Message:
Mom will greatly miss her dearest friend Jean. Jean was there for her when she moved to Vermillion to take on the role of a house mother after being in Lemmon for almost 60 years. Their friendship grew and they just loved and cared about each other. It was a wonderful friendship to witness. We will truly miss her.
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Name: kim mitchell
Email: cowgirlingold@aol.com
Message:
Erin, Callie, Shawn and Dean, there are not any words I can come up with that can express to you all my sorrow. I loved you Mom. God is good, he will take care of her! Love to you all |
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Name: Chuck Adams
Email: cada119@hotmail.com
Message:
Dorothy and I were saddened to hear of Jean's passing. Many laughs were always generously mixed in during our conversations. Jean will be sorely missed by all of us who knew her as a friend.
Our condolences go to her family. |
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Name: Shelly Besler
Email: shellybesler@yahoo.com
Message:
A card from I received from Jean on Fri, Oct 2:
Dear Shelly, Some pics of your buds from June.Hardly recognized Katie O'Neill;she looks great.Moved to the D. Gardens in May. Lots of old people and I deny that I'm 76. Spent 2 days in Buffalo for the 100th. My son and daughters and I went - had a great time. I'm proud to be a Gilbert. We went through Bison returning. Think of you often. Love Always, Jean
MISS THE PI BETA PHI HOUSE!
I will miss Jean's dry wit, her amazing style, her laugh, her ice tea, her peering over her eyeglasses and so much more...she was amazing and will be missed! |
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Name: Dwight Gubbrud
Email: dwight@bellelaw.com
Message:
To Jean's Family,
You have my deepest sympathies. I will forever remember Jean as "Mom Anderson". Jean served as a wonderful housemother for a number of young men at the Delt House. She was a steady, calming influence for many who struggled with the trials and tribulations of college life. Whether it was proofreading a paper, mending a button or simply listening, Mom Anderson was always happy to help. She was a dear friend during my college years. I owe her a great deal. Thank you for sharing her with us. We will miss her.
As we used to sing to her after our Monday night meal, "Thanks Mom!"
Dwight Gubbrud |
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Name: Melanie Zeman
Email: melaniez@sio.midco.net
Message:
To Jean's family, I am so sorry for this great loss. Jean was an amazing woman that often made me laugh. She was such a mentor to those of us at Pi Phi and she touched so many lives. I'm a better person for knowing Jean and I will miss her dearly. Your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers. |
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Name: Barbara Thompson
Email: blthomps8@aol.com
Message:
Thinking of the four of you during this difficult time....
Those of us who knew and loved Jean are grieving a loss...and celebrating a life....Jean was one of a very special kind....
Sending you love and light..!!!!
Barbara
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Name: Bev Pruitt
Email: bpruitt2380@yahoo.com
Message:
Callie,
My prayers are with you and your family. May God's love bring you peace and comfort.
Love,
Bev |
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Name: Della Bakke
Email: bvchief@alliancecom.net
Message:
I will miss my wonderful friend Jean and will always treasure my many visits with you and my Grand-daughters while they lived with you at Pi Beta Phi.
Della (Langley) Bakke |
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Name: Tina Flanders
Email: Tinaflanders6@yahoo.com
Message:
My deepest sympathy to all of your family for the loss of an amazing woman. I remember her most fondly in the years that I spent with Callie at Tulsa University. As if it were yesterday, I remember going home with Callie to Tennessee to visit the family. It was such a fun time that I'll never forget. Please know that my family will pray for all of you in this very sad time. She will be sorely missed.
Sincerely, Tina Flanders (Peter, David and Katie) |
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Name: Marylyn Bullock
Email: mb@thebullockgroup.com
Message:
I have many good memories of hours Jean and I spent together in East Tennessee antique shops, over lunch, etc. And seeing her in my mind's eye as a house mother puts a smile on my face. How much she gave of herself to all who knew her! My heartfelt sympathy to her family, Marylyn |
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Name: Janna
Email: kloth327@yahoo.com
Message:
Jean was so kind to me during my time at Pi Beta Phi! I will certainly miss seeing her when we visit Vermillion.
God's Peace to her family,
Janna Moseman Kloth |
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Name: Jenny Miller
Email: millerj@boystown.org
Message:
To Jean's family,
Knowing Jean and spending time with her enriched my collegiate life. I will always cherish the time I spent with her and the many "words of wisdom" she gave me. She was a great lady who will be missed very much. My condolences go out to you.
Jenny Miller |
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Name: Marcia & Ron MacLeod
Email: marcia.macleod@williams.com
Message:
Callie - Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Marcia & Ron MacLeod |
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Name: Heather McClintock
Email: hmcclint@usd.edu
Message:
It is difficult knowing Jean is no longer with us. She was an AMAZING house mother and I enjoyed all the years I spent with her at Pi Beta Phi. She had a heart of gold and always made time for anyone. I will never forget how much she loved sharing stories with me about how things used to be at USD and her own personal stories from when she was younger. She was great to talk to and will be missed dearly. My Pi Phi experience would not have been the same without the memories and time I spent with Jean. My prayers and condolences go out to her family during this difficult time.
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Name: Cynthia(Cyndy)
Email: dccats34@gmail.com
Message:
Shawn and your bros and sis
I can hardly believe Jean is not with us any longer, really missed her in church yesterday
I's known her for some 60+ years and she has always been one of by most unique and enjoyable friends - to precious to lose so suddenly and soon!
My sincere sympathy and caring thoughts to all of you
Cyndhia (Cyndy) |
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Name: Julie
Email: jpaulson@yanktonrealestate.com
Message:
Sorry for the loss of your mother. She always brightened my day. What a beautiful lady!
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this unexpected time. |
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Name: Marlys Jensen
Email: jensenfarm@dishmail.net
Message:
To Jean\\\'s family: My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you in the loss of your Mother. She was a very sweet lady and friend. |
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Name: Denise McIntosh
Email: dmcintosh@pennwell.com
Message:
You, Murph and the girls are all in my thoughts and prayers. If only words could heal the heart I say whatever it took.
Love,
Denise |
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Name: Donna Thomason
Email: dthomason@oneok.com
Message:
Dearest Callie,
I am so very sorry about your Mom. It sounds like she was a very special lady who touched a lot of lives. I know you will miss her. I hope you and your family may find comfort in many happy memories. I will be thinking of you and praying for you all at this difficult time.
Hugs,
Donna |
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Name: John Dowd
Email: john.dowd@williams.com
Message:
Callie,
Words cannot express the loss you feel right now. I sympathize with you during this very difficult time. My prayer is that God's grace will bring you comfort.
John |
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Name: Jim Bishop
Email: jim.bishop@hpidc.com
Message:
Hey guys \r\n\r\nSo sorry -- will always remember Jean and her calming effect..hugs B |
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Name: Garry and Suzi Wickerd and Family
Email: wickerd92@gmail.com
Message:
We will always treasure knowing your wonderful mother. May your memories of her bring you comfort and peace. |
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Name: Tanna Negaard Zabel
Email: tanna.zabel@state.sd.us
Message:
Dear Dean, Callie, Erin, and Shawn -
My heart goes out to all of you on the loss of your Mom. What a wonderful lady she was!! I'm so grateful that I got to see her at the Gilbert Reunion in Buffalo this past Labor Day weekend! Please keep the memories of your Mom close to your heart, and she will always be with you!!
God Bless,
Cousin Tanna Negaard Zabel |
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Name: Nancy Gustine
Email: nancy.gustine@williams.com
Message:
Dear Callie & Murph,
We are so sorry for your loss of your mom. My memories of your mom make me smile...as do those of all your wonderful family.
Hugs,
Jim & Nanc |
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Name: anne browning
Email: anne@annebrowning
Message:
There are never good words at a time of such deep loss.
Lisa spoke about your mother so often I felt as if I had met her and in some way I did as I knew you, Erin.
I would love to hear more about her at a later date. May your pain lessen as time passes. May your memories bring only joy. May God's grace and love surround you, Erin and all of those who now mourn sucha huge loss.
Much Love,
Anne |
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Name: Susan Pence
Email: huckleswag@comcast.net
Message:
I'm soooo sorry for the loss of Jean!! I will miss her soo much. Much love to Shawnie and her family!!! I love you
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Name: julie
Email: jewels20@gmail.com
Message:
My world will never be the same without you either. You meant the world to me. Now the world aches your loss as do I. |
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Name: Beth L. Sampsel
Email: tbsam33@gmail.com
Message:
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of my friend and college roommate at the Theta house. I shall miss her, but will remember all the good times.
With sympathy to her family....
Sincerely, Beth Sampsel |
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Name: Melinda Besler Hulm
Email: thehulms@yahoo.co.uk
Message:
To the family of Jean Anderson,
I am sorry for your lose. Jean was a wonderful lady, who I have fond memories of.
I will never forget meeting Jean. I had just moved from Bison to Vermillion and pledged Pi Beta Phi. An older "sister" informed me the house mom would like to meet me. A little shocked and puzzled why, she introduced me to Jean. She said something like I understand you're from Bison. Do you know any Gilberts or Negards? We instantly connection, and I felt immediately at home.
She touched many lives including mine. May she rest in peace. |
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Name: Connie Larson
Email: darinconnie@alliancecom.net
Message:
Thank you so much to Jean's family for sharing her and allowing her to be a "mother" to so many of us at the Pi Phi house in Vermillion. She touched so many lives and we will miss her generous heart. |
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Name: Bill and Mary Jane
Email: mjfried@citlink.net
Message:
Dear Callie, Erin, Dean and Shawn,
Our hearts are very heavy after hearing of your dear Mom's untimely death. Please know that our prayers are for you to be at peace and, in time, acceptance. You were all so VERY special to her. You are special to us too--we have felt a deep connection to you since you were all young kids! Your Mom and Dad were long-time special friends us and we miss both of them. Fortunately for us, we had a chance to have a very nice visit with Jean less than a month ago when we passed thru Vermillion on our way home to AZ. We had a lively conversation, a tour of the building and met some of her new friends. We will treasure that visit.
With love and our deepest sympathy.
Bill and Mary Jane Friedhoff
P.S. If you feel like you want to reminisce, please feel free to contact us at 928-854-1308. |
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Name: Puppy
Email: johnrohner@yahoo.com
Message:
I will miss you. |
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Name: shawnie
Email: andersonshawn4@gmail.com
Message:
my world will not be the same without you marmy. :( I love you and will miss you so much. you did so much for me and so many..... |
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Name: Lamby
Email: erinmail@verizon.net
Message:
We miss you Mom. |
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Name: Marlys Solbach
Email: asolbachs@aol.com
Message:
Praying for friends to comfort you, \r\nfaith to uphold you,\r\nand loving memories\r\nto help you smile again.\r\n\r\nWith Sincerest Sympathy |
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Name: Desirae Ehlers
Email: daehlers@pluto.dsu
Message:
Jean was an amazing house mother. I have many fond memories of her and the wonderful stories that told us! She will be greatly missed! |
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