Audio memories
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Visiting with the Sovereigns
At the turn of the year from 1973 to 1974, Harold and Marie Sovereign compiled a tape-recorded message for Don and Suzanne, their son and daughter-in-law. A few relatives made guest appearances in…
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Remembering Mom
Our memorial service for Mom, Lois Joan Springsteen, brought people from many walks of life: family, Montcalm Community College, quilting, church, and a wide circle of friends. Mom liked lists, so it was…
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Remembering Dad
For the first time in my life, we enter a new year without Dad. He was released to eternal life just a few weeks ago, yet it seems like we’re now in a…
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Notes from my interview with Verda Olsen
Goldy Verda Case, my paternal grandmother, was born on October 15, 1899 in Sheridan Township, Mecosta County, Michigan. Verda, as she was known, was the daughter of Edwin Case and Cynthia Loretta Green.…
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Lorna Wolf’s memorial service
Aunt Lorna gave her family wings to live far and wide. I want to share her memorial service here with those who couldn’t come to Lorna’s memorial service on short notice. Thanks to…
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From the archives—Recollections of Verda Olsen
Recollections of Verda Olsen Friday, June 10, 2011 I recorded this interview with Grandma Olsen on August 3, 1981. The interview touched on various aspects of her family and experience. It’s a bit…
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Bill, Babe, and Abe
Back in Dad’s carving days, he created a relief carving of his dad, Aden Springsteen, with his dad’s team of horses. Bill and Babe were used on the farm during the Great Depression…
