Book of Memories for Iva Mae Eves

Story shared: THANKS FOR EVERYTHING!!!

Sun, 06 Mar 2011 01:12:12 EST

Iva was a friend, grandmother and an awesome neighbor to myself and my family. She quickly took me in as her own and loved my family with all the love one could expect from a grandmother. Iva and I used to have long talks during the summer and spent many times reminiscing about the past. She has told me so many stories about herself and the lives of her family and friends that I bet I could retell many of them myself with accuracy. I have been thinking over this past week what I wanted to write and words cannot express the feelings that I had for her. She was very special to me and I enjoyed her letting me adopt her as my own grandmother. Talking to her, taking care of her lawn and planting a garden each year was just a few of the things that I enjoyed doing with her. This past year I think was one of the most special of all though. She and I talked a lot about the garden and canning and doing things that her and her husband, Ike, used to do. It was my desire to relive some of that for her and we did the best we could. I think the crowning achievement was the canning of the famous chili sauce. She sat for hours peeling apples and helping prep everything that was needed for the famous sauce. I was so excited to actually create something that had been handed down for so long in her family. She had told me that her Aunt had given her the recipe and that her husband, Ike, loved to put it on everything. It came out perfect and has since been produced a few times since it was resurrected last fall. Today (3/5/11) was truly an honor for me. I feel so honored that I was asked to be a pallbearer for Iva. To help carry someone to their final resting place is truly an honor and something that I will not forget. She was a great woman and the matriarch of her family. The legacy that she leaves behind today will not long be forgotten. I look forward to that day when we shall meet again Iva. This separation is only temporary and someday when the Lord calls me home, we will meet again. Thanks again to the family and everyone who came out to show this great woman the respect and honor she was due! Steve Harper

Story shared: miss u

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 01:01:32 EST

you are such a big piece of my life. I will forever miss you until i enter the gates of heaven. i know your in a better place, free from any pain or suffering. My heart still breaks, and an unwelcomed emptiness inside me. I promised you i will be strong and i will. I LOBE YOU GRANDMA..

Condolence From Dewana VanDusen

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 13:54:08 EST

I Loved your Grandmother Amy like she was my own. She was a true Gem and a real joy to be around. She will be missed by many God blessed me with her presence.

Condolence From Dewana VanDusen

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 13:53:27 EST

I Loved your Grandmother Amy like she was my own. She was a true Gem and a real joy to be around. She will be missed by many God blessed me with her presence.

Photo shared: Haskell and grandma

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 21:21:30 EST

Andy and Tina's wedding 2008

Condolence From Cory Kukral

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:56:51 EST

I remember trips to Romulus to Visit Great Aunt Iva. She always had good stories to tell and the as kids we sat and took it all in. Great Aunt Iva you will be missed dearly...

Story shared: ADVICE

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:14:45 EST

GRANDMA ALWAYS had the best life advice. I will miss our many little talks! I love you!! Forever loved, never forgotten.. Haskell

Story shared: STORY TELLER

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:11:46 EST

GRANDMA ALWAYS had the best stories. My favorite was the time she was pregnant and went to Louisiana to see her man. JOEJOE

Condolence From Nita Garland

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 10:33:48 EST

So many thoughts and memories of time spent with Mom Eves. She was a simple loving woman who loved and welcomed everyone who stepped into her home and/or her life. As Mary and I grew up together her home was my second home and her and Dad Eves were my second parents. They loved me like a daughter and I loved them sooooo very much as well. I will miss you Mom but my heart is happy that you are reunited with Dad and that you are both in the arms of Jesus!! I WILL see you again one fine day!! RIP Love you always and forever!!

Condolence From Kim Scurto

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 09:50:47 EST

Let us not be sad that our loved one is gone. No more pain, no more suffering. Let us remember and cherish the time we had. She waited many years to reunite with the ones she loved so dear and now She is not only walking, but dancing on God's streets of gold. Love to all the Phillips & Adkinson families, you are in my thoughts, prayers, & heart! Love You!!!

Condolence From MIKE WALKER

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 22:29:51 EST

MARY - IKE AND FAMILY, MY WIFE CATHY AND I WISH TO SEND OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS FOR ALL OF YOU. I AM SO GLAD THAT I WAS ABLE TO COME LAST FALL AND SEE HER AGAIN AFTER BEING AWAY FOR SO LONG. TAKE CARE MARY - LUV YA'

Condolence From Jennifer Kukral Ferguson

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 22:07:02 EST

As a child, I looked forward to visiting Great Aunt Iva and her family in Romulus, it was always a special treat for me. I have such wonderful memories of her and Uncle Ike. She will be missed by so many.

Photo shared: GREAT GREAT GRANBABIES

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 21:16:34 EST

Photo shared: THE FAMILY

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 21:14:30 EST

Photo shared: JOURNEY TOGETHER

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 21:12:13 EST

Photo shared: GG, SEE YOU AGAIN SOMEDAY

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 21:10:57 EST

Photo shared: loved to keep up with Drayke

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 20:50:18 EST

Photo shared: opening gifts 2008 Christmas

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 20:48:46 EST

Photo shared: SHE WAS LOVED- even the big strong STAND STRAIGHT lifters loved GG

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 20:42:54 EST

Photo shared: ME AND MY GRANDMA

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 20:34:22 EST

Photo shared: ME AND MY GRANDMA

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 20:32:11 EST

Condolence From Joy Lulahm

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 18:09:33 EST

Aunt Iva, your contagious laugh and your simple words of wisdom will certainly be missed, but it was time for you to travel on, free of pain and rejoicing in the next part of your journey. It was an honor to have been a part of your life...a life to be an example of a fine Christian woman. I pray that God comforts your family, my prayers are with you all, Love, Joy Ann

Condolence From Nancy Holcomb

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 17:42:33 EST

I Am Very Sorry For your Loss I Am Keeping You and Your Family In My Prayers Amy Send The Love and The Prayers Your Way

Condolence From Katrina Himebaugh

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 17:23:37 EST

Her smile was one that lit up a room. God's angel went home to celebrate with her husband and family. I will miss that smile and her laugh but knowing that she is no longer in pain is a blessing. She was God's gift and the love she shared was truly amazing. God bless you Mary and Amy for the care you gave her.

Photo shared: eves.jpg

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 15:29:33 EST