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Join MemoriesGreta and I must have met in 1959, because she was pregnant, and we were in Los Angeles, going to an SAI meeting (music fraternity). We remained friends all these years and I shall miss her. I'm so glad she and Tony had those 21 years together, for I know it made her very happy.
Marla Simpao Reunion of Miraleste teachers Greta,Priscila,Pat,Maureen,Jennese Irons(My mother,my name is Marla Simpao)
Dana Taavon Visiting with Andrea and Cassia in Amaseno, Italy
Dana Taavon
Dana Taavon Birthday celebration in Vegas
Dana Taavon Mom and Tony
Dana Taavon Mom at Ohana Care home with her Christmas flowers
Dana Taavon Mothers Day brunch in San Diego
Greta was such a lovely lady. I am greatly saddened by her passing. My life is richer for having known her. I pray that her memory will console you in this sad time.
You are my sunshine, my only sunshine, you make me happy when skies are grey, You'll never know dear how much I love you, please don't take my sunshine away The other night dear as I was sleeping I dreamed of holding you in my arms, when I awoke dear, I was mistaken, so I bowed my head and I cried, You are my sunshine, my loving sunshine, you ma...
It is hard to believe that Greta entered our lives only 20 years ago. In our hearts it is as if she had always been part of our family. Greta had such warmth and truly embraced family. We were fortunate enough, regardless of the miles between our homes to spend vacations and many holidays together. These times were always filled with large amounts ...
Dana Taavon A poem my mom wanted for her memorial
Andrea Most We remember perfectly the day we met us for the first time, it was in Amaseno ( Tony's birth town ), Italy ! Dear Greta, we are been lucky to know a special person as You. Thanks, God and thanks Tony to give us this opportunity in our life. Greta shines as a diamond and her smile will always be in our hearts. We love you as the first day and your memory will never disappear. A day we would like to meet you another time, I hope we'll be in the same wonderful place where you are now. Cassia and Andrea
Dana Taavon Another poem she liked
What a gracious lady. Her life, filled with so many accomplishments, touched many lives. She certainly added joy to my life when she introduced me to the San Diego Festival Chorus. I found fulfillment in the music and fellowship and travel for many years. Thank you Greta. You are missed.
FOR WHAT IS IT TO DIE BUT TO STAND NAKED IN THE WIND AND TO MELT INTO THE SUN? AND WHAT IS IT TO CEASE BREATHING, BUT TO FREE THE BREATH FROM ITS RESTLESS TIDES, THAT IT MAY RISE AND EXPAND AND SEE GOD UNENCUMBERED? ONLY WHEN YOU DRINK FROM THE RIVER OF SILENCE SHALL YOU INDEED SING. AND WHEN YOU HAVE REACHED THE MOUNTAIN THEN YOU SHALL BEGIN...