Bernice L. Speer

October 28th, 2015

I just came upon Bea’s obituary while doing family genealogical research. I would be very interested in pooling information about the LAPPEN and KRAMER families with her survivors.

I am so sorry for your loss and only wish I’d been able to contact Mrs. Speer to ask her some of my questions directly. I’ll be she had a lot of memories to share that would have been of interest.

Quite possibly I have photos to share of of the LAPPENs and KRAMERS that will be of interest.

Again, my condolences to all who mourn.

~Stacy Harris
~1st Cousin Once Removed of My Great Uncle’s Wife, Nashville, TN

October 15th, 2015

My memory of Bea is that she reminded me of a sweet little bird: bright inquisitive eyes, alert and interested in what was going on, sweet and kind, and gentle.
I didn’t see her a lot the last few years, but I heard a lot about her, through Michael and Mary Beth, and I knew the challenges she and her family were facing.
I send my sincerest sympathy to the family on the loss of your Dear Bea. For her, I know she is flying free, unencumbered by the body, and at peace.
Sending you All Much Love,
Susan

~Susan Rios
~Daughter in law’s sister, La Crescenta

October 14th, 2015

Auntie B…Despite the loss of your physical presence, you were a woman with so much spirit and love, that you will never truly be departed from this earth. Our fond memories will keep you very much alive in our hearts and minds.

We will be saddened by missing your wonderful anecdotes, family stories and affection you gave so easily to us. And no one will ever be able to fill the void created by the loss of our dear Auntie B.

~Marla & Herb Orenstein
~Niece & Nephew, Seattle, WA