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Barbara Hammock
April 21, 2019
Fern left US with a legacy larger than life. She is never forgotten and appears very frequently. She shared eternal curiosity and optimism, very diverse friends along with a close bond with bleach and old fashioned banking concepts. Her intuitive medical knowledge made an impact for many people. She is missed and left too early.
Sandy Bush
May 7, 2012
Mark,
I was so saddened to learn of your mom's passing. She was always interesting and I am sure she will be missed. My deepest sympathies.
Phyllis Smith
April 27, 2012
We lost a great friend, tireless worker, one who gave her all for others, and best of all good company. i didn't get to see her often since she moved to Columbus but her courage and fortitude during her illness were remarkable. I'm very sorry I won't b e able to go to the calling hours and funeral, but i extend my sympathies to Mark and Leonard and wish i could see them.
Phyllis Smith
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April 27, 2012
I never met anyone with such a positive attitude about living AND dying snd was looking forward to seeing her mom & Lenny again. What an inspiration she was. ( Mickey Harford, Madison, Oh)
Chui Ping Chan
April 27, 2012
Someone asked how old Fern was and I said she was 76 outside and 6 inside. Fern was pure, kind, fun-loving, adventurous, and at times very stubborn. She had this infectious effects on people around her and had touched and enlightened many of us. She was like my mom and my moral compass for the past 25 years. I am sure she is flipping her new wings now and dragging Leonard along with her and going places now.
Barbara Hammock
April 27, 2012
Goodbye farewell my friend it's hard to die when there is music in the sky...It has been a long journey, joys and sorrows but what a ride. Fern made a difference and will be missed by all. No fluff or sluffing today - with love and cherished memories...Ross and Barbara
Chui Ping Chan
April 27, 2012
Someone asked me how old Fern was, I said 76 outside and 6 inside. Fern was pure, kind, gentle, fun-loving, adventurous - amazing and beautiful all around. She was like my mom and had been my moral compass for the past 25 years. I am sure she has leanred how to fly with her new wings in heaven now and is going to places with Leonard now.
April 26, 2012
Mark-
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
LeeAnn Massucci & Lori
Fern rides a carousel for the first time!
Barb Robertson
April 26, 2012
Brenda Johnson
April 26, 2012
What a Great Woman and Nurse. I was secretary to Fern when she was Director of Nursing at Inn Madison Health Center. I have many fond memories. I still follow her motto "onward and upward". Love and prayers for your family. Brenda Johnson
Rene Birnbrich
April 26, 2012
Hi Fern,
I cryed for you yesterday when I heard the news that you went to be with Lenny. Then I could hear your voice telling me to get over the crying and move on. You were a blessing to have in my life! Look out heaven..here comes Fern to make it sparkle.
Nancy Rickson
April 26, 2012
Mark and Lenny,
Fern was an amazing woman. Fern and Lenny did so much for so many. Many of us owe a great amount of our success to them.
When I first met Fern, we were at lunch with Kim. I talked about wanting to go to college. Fern gave me $100 toward tuition at Columbus State. That started me on my lengthy journey through a few college degrees.
Fern will always be remembered with love and affection.
Know that all of you are in my prayers.
God bless,
Nancy Rickson
Yvonne Robertson
April 26, 2012
My condolences to the Swanson Family. I worked with Fern at ODHS in the early 90's. Very sweet and witty person. May Gods grace and mercy sustain you today and in the days to follow. God Bless
April 26, 2012
Our thoughts and sympathy are with you.
Herb and Sonja
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