In Memory: Jeanne M. and George S. Saunders, Jr.

This website is just 6 months old but it represents family history going back well over 100 years. Without doubt the passing of Jeanne and George within two short months is one of the saddest chapters in our family’s story; this page has been established to honor these two remarkable people. The eulogies and remembrances offered by their children, family and friends during the funeral masses were touching, humorous, loving, and beautifully delivered. They paid tribute to two people who were generous in the community, successful in business, loyal to friends, and, most important, dedicated to their family. This page is dedicated to their memory. Comments can be offered below and additional photos, documents, and other important items can be added by forwarding to me and they will be posted immediately so please feel free to do so.

A lovely poem for Jeanne from her mother

A Eulogy for Jeanne from her great friend Patty O’Connor

Below is a letter written by George to his son Drew upon his eighth grad graduation

I wanted to share with all of you some advice my dad shared with me some years ago in a letter he wrote me following 8th grade graduation:

“…and there is the meaning of success, meaning when you give yourself to something, good things almost always happen. Tonight you should spend a little time thinking about God and the gifts that he has given you. How you use these gifts is entirely up to you. Its called free will and next to love its God’s great gift to all of us. We get to choose the kind of person we want to be. Not our parents or teachers or friends, but only ourselves.
We know that you will continue to choose to be a kind and giving person. You have an exciting life ahead of you with unlimited opportunities. Carpe Diem. We love you and can’t wait to see what the future brings you.”

Love Mom and Dad

I will make you proud Dad, you have taught me well.

Below is a beautiful poem by George’s daughter Bobbi