Grandma Ritz

Casey's mother passed away a few weeks ago.  He traveled out to Utah for the funeral, but was unable to attend the burial in Oregon a few days later.  We hope to plan a trip out to Oregon in the next few years to visit the gravesite.  No matter the circumstances it's always hard to lose family members, especially when they are parents/grandparents.  Casey's mother was a very welcoming person.  I remember when I first met her she was full of hugs and so much love.  I (by nature) am not a huggy/feely person, so for the longest time it made me a bit uncomfortable, but I always knew she would be there to offer her affection and love. One thing I loved and remembered was how she always greeted you when she saw you. She would say, "How's my favorite Sharlee".  I know she said that to everyone, even her grandkids, but when she said it to me it always made me feel like the most important person to her in that moment.  In preparing for the funeral service I found some pictures of her visits and times we went out and visited with her.  It' seems like forever ago and also not that long ago.  We have so many fun memories that will last forever.....her cookbook filled with family favorites - sticky buns, chicken rice, raspberry swirl, stuffing, and many more.  Our home is filled with her quilts and "heritage deals" - We will miss her, but will carry on her memory in our home and in our hearts as we have popcorn parties and make purple cows. She left a legacy of love, and we will love and miss her forever - Grandma Ritz/Myrna💗

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