In Memory
In loving memory of our beloved wife, mother and nanny, Dorothy "Dot" Fries, who departed this life on July 18, 2004.

When our tomorrows start without you, we try to understand - that an angel called your name and took you by the hand. If we could relive yesterday, even for a while, we'd be thankful - just to see you smile. Of course, we realize that this could never be; for emptiness and memories will take the place of thee. Our heavenly Father has set you free. When our days start without you, we don't think of us far apart; for every time we think of you, you're right here in our hearts. Rest on, for three years ago, your eternity began. We are thankful for your life, your legacy, your lasting impressions and hard work. You always taught us that the Lord would make a way to endure whatever came our way. That is why we always thank Him for another day and the strength to withstand whatever comes our way. While being strong, it's hard to hold back the tears. We are glad to have had you with us for so many years. Now you are free and relived of the suffering and pain that riddled your body. Free from the stress of trying to make sure your family was always taken care of. If asked how you were, your answer - "I'm fine." You always thought of others' feelings before speaking or doing. You knew that on the scale of life, actions carried more weight than words. So, in your quiet, solemn way, you showed us love. The love no other can take the place of. So when we long for your understanding and peace, we will just look above. We know there is love and peace for us in Heaven with our Heavenly Father and you're right up there, knowing you did your best. In Heaven, you can finally rest. Now it's all about you; in a place where you have peaceful rest.
Still missing you,
Husband, Shorty
Children, Talmadge, Dianne, Wendy and Pat
Grandchildren, DJ, Candice, Christian, Elainie and
MaKayla
Sons-in-law, Ronald and Charles

In Loving Memory of
Our Mama and Nanny
Dot Fries
Aug. 26, 1938 - July 18, 2004
Love
Is Never Lost
Don't think of me as gone away:
My journey has just begun,
Life holds so many facets,
This earth is just but one.
Just think of me as resting
From the sorrows and the tears
In a place of warmth and comfort
Where there are no days or years.
Think of how I must be wishing
That we could know today
How nothing but our sadness
Can really pass away.
Think of me as living
In the hearts of those I touched,
For nothing loved is ever lost
And I have loved
so much.
Sadly missed and loved by,
Wendy, Ronald, Candice
Christian and Talmadge