January 04, 2013
Dr. Mackey, my deepest sympathies to you in your loss of your longtime partner. We must try to remember that she is in a better place where there is not pain or suffering.
~ Barbara Webb, Las Vegs, Nevada
December 31, 2012
I moved to the Tule Springs area in 1974. It was pretty sparse out there in those days, so I was surprised to hear a knock at my door one day. It was Mary Ellen. She stopped by to welcome me, and my family, to the neighborhood. She was a one woman welcome wagon! Soon after she started to invite me over for coffee and cookies so I could meet the women in the area. It was her way of getting everyone to know each other. Our sons, Benton and Troy, played together for a long time. The backyard pool at Mary Ellen’s was a hit with all the kids! The most touching moment I had with Mary Ellen came in 1983. I had just gone through a nasty divorce…..it was a secret to no one in the neighborhood. I was walking up Pioneer to the mail box, when Mary Ellen drove by in her van. I watched her put her brakes on and back up. She got out of her van, and waited for me to reach Racel Rd. When I got there, she flung open her arms and said: “Give me a hug!” Yeah, it warmed my heart and still does. It’s hard for me to believe she’s not out there somewhere conducting business for the Gilcrease men. If I wasn’t fighting my own battle against cancer, I would have been at her funeral,,,,,I will always regret that I couldn’t be there. The Lord says: “Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted.” That you shall be comforted,,,,that’s what I pray for all of you who loved her.
~ Marie (Robins) Elliott, Las Vegas, Nevada
December 31, 2012
Hi Maureen,
I saw Maryellen in the newspaper. So sorry for your loss. I remember your beginning of dating each other. It has been a long time.
my love ValerieJ 702-355-1549
December 30, 2012
Mary Ellen was a great lady and a good friend. She will be greatly missed by many.Betty
~ Betty Mitchell, Lawson, Missouri
December 30, 2012
dear maureen, You were my first friends when i movied to Las Vegas in 1993. I had never met such wonderful giving people such as you. Mary Ellen you will be missed by so many people. i love you. valerie
~ valerie steinsmith, las vegas, Nevada
December 29, 2012
Mary Ellen was so kind to us when we first moved into the area. She will be missed.
~ Vicky Harris, Las Vegas
December 29, 2012
Hello, Frank and Kids
We remember your exuberant wife and mother from the time you all lived across the street from us. Mary Ellen showed me how to use a huge backyard to throw a party out of a small house. we remember those years with a smile. We hope that happy memories will ease the sadness of her passing.
Wishing you All the Comfort of the Family being together.
Carole and Bill McKinnis
December 29, 2012
What an amazing women. When I was troubled and needed someone she was there, like so many other people she helped. I will never forget her compassion.
~ aimee osborne, north pole, Alaska
December 29, 2012
Maureen,Frank and all the children and grandchildren. I really feel like my life was made richer for having known MaryEllen. She was a true example of God’s love in the world. Her door and her heart and her piggy bank were always open. She never complained and always had words of wisdom to share. She will continue to inspire me with memories of her strength, her compassion, and her wonderful sense of humor. Thank you all for sharing this wonderful woman with the rest of us. I will miss her.
~ Robin Adams, Las Vegas, Nevada
December 29, 2012
Mary Ellen touched so many with her genuine love and caring. She will be greatly missed.
~ Gary Beeler, Port Charlotte, Florida
December 29, 2012
Mary Ellen was such a special person, full of love, joy and concern for everyone around her. She will truly be missed! Our love and prayers go out to all her family and friends.
Odell & Steve
~ Odell Hubbard, Honolulu, Hawaii
December 29, 2012
I did one thing right in my life and that was marrying you. You provided us with seven beautiful children and I will always love you. Frank
December 29, 2012
A true original, the type of person we can only hope to be. She is forever in my heart.
December 29, 2012
Frank, Our hearts reach out to you and your family. From the early years near Tule Springs through present day, we will always remember your mother’s vitality and generous nature.
~ Dee & Rick, Las Vegas, Nevada
December 29, 2012
Joanie and Family, It broke my heart to hear your mom was ill and when she passed away. I was glad to hear that you made it here and was able to spend time with her. I am glad everyone was able to hug and love her, since that is what she did the best. She had a way to make everyone feel that they were important, loved and that everything will be ok. I am glad that I had a chance to know your mom and my heart goes out to all those who loved and cared for her, such a deep loss. It was such a pleasure to have been able to share her, just a bit, with you.
~ Margaret Withey, Las Vegas, Nevada
December 29, 2012
Thoughts and prayers coming your way at this difficult time.
~ Jennifer Pruden, Portland, Oregon
December 28, 2012
Frank, I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
~ David Lloyd, Las Vegas, Nevada
December 28, 2012
Joanie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kim
~ Kim Effertz, Boulder City, Nevada
December 28, 2012
We send You all our LOVE and hold the spirit of Mary Ellen with each step we take in this journey of Life. Warm Wishes to Maureen, Peggy and the rest of the family. Her light shines brightly in all who’s lives she touched.
~ Stan and Annelies Davis, Las Vegas, Nevada
December 28, 2012
I lived down the street from your family on Tenaya Way & was best friends with Peggy. A lot of years have passed but I remember your mom’s sense of humor & how welcomed I felt in her home. At this time of celebrating her life, may your hearts be filled with all the wonderful memories. They are a treasure & will help to cope through this difficult time & throughout the days to come. My heart goes out to all of you.
~ Lori (Bingham) Napoli, Henderson, Nevada
December 28, 2012
You have touched so many; so deeply, that you can never truly be gone. You showed us true love and compassion. Taught us to do right and be kind to one another. Always share the song in our hearts. Above all, always eat dessert first. We will miss you, but never forget you. For you are in our hearts and our prayers.
~ Zackory Pattee, Las Vegas, Nevada
December 28, 2012
Dr. Mackey,
My prayers are with you.
~ Dee Augdahl, Las Vegas
December 28, 2012
I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
~ Tom Melancon, Seattle, Washington
December 28, 2012
So sorry, she was a bright light that continues to burn in all who knew her!
~ Nancy Marxen-Phinney
December 28, 2012
Mary Ellen was a true supporter and a friend who helped make CCC what it is today. She will forever be celebrated and loved.
~ Community Counseling Center, Las Vegas, Nevada
December 28, 2012
We’ve lost a dear friend in Mary Ellen. Our deepest sympathy to all of her friends and family.
~ Ronald Lawrence, Las Vegas, Nevada
December 28, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless.
~ Lisa and Jim Ash, Las Vegas, Nevada
December 28, 2012
Susan and family,
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss.
~ Nancy and Joe Tully, Las Vegas, Nevada
December 28, 2012
Peggy and family,
Our prayers and condolences on the loss of your loved one.
Much love,
The Carberys
~ Carbery Family, Amherst, New Hampshire
December 28, 2012
Joanie- You are more than a friend to me. Even tho we are miles apart-my heart is always with you!
Love you always,
Susie
Nevada
December 28, 2012
Joanie:
Your In my prayers and thoughts. Your moms’ Compassion and sweet nature truly lives within you. You are a dear friend and I treasure each day I get to work with you.
~ Bruce Arakelian, Charlotte, North Carolina
December 28, 2012
Joanie, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
~ LuAnn Carpenter, Las Vegas, Nevada
December 28, 2012
My condolences to the family. It may be that a persons spirit is so strong that it never completely leaves the Earth but remains scattered forever among all those who loved them. The nice thing about time is that after a while you remember only the good things, which is as it should be
~ Thomas Bowling, Charlotte, North Carolina
December 28, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Racel family.
~The Lambert Family
~ Allison Lambert, Las Vegas, Nevada