Memories of Imogene

Imogene Rosemary Curry Lauger died on March 28, 2016. Imogene's Obituary is here. Here is a growing list of Memories of Imogene. If you would like to contribute your own memories of Imogene, please e-mail them to this address: memories.of.imogene.lauger@gmail.com
A Memorial Service with a reception following will be held on Saturday April 30, 10:30 am, at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 1601 N San Francisco St, Flagstaff, AZ 86001. All are welcome to attend.

Imogene was a very loving sister to me and although distance in miles separated us I think we were kindred souls at heart. I always enjoyed being able to visit her whether her home or mine. We always had lots of thought provoking conversations and lots of laughter and fun. The last time she was here she was in her early stages of Alzheimer’s but we made the best of our time together with such a pleasant visit.

You probably do not remember me but I worked with your mom when we both worked for DES in the administrative office on Leroux. Anyway, I was sad to see her suffer from the dreaded disease of Alzheimer's for so long. My husband passed away on March 17th so I have been grieving him and now add my friend to my prayers. I know you know this but I always told people that your parents were angels on earth. Their spirits were of kindness and of beauty. I loved both of them dearly. We were all blessed to be a small part of their lives and to have them in ours. God saw fit to take her in His loving arms and she is now singing with angels. May you and your families have peace.

Thank you for sending inevitable but still sad news. I know that you, your brothers, and huge extended family will miss Imogene intensely for some time. Even though recent connections were not close to those you all loved for so many years, you'll miss her presence, love, joy, and smile as well as those from your dad. I still miss my (and Imogene's) dad to this day. Dave says the same thing...we often wish he were close so that we ask him so many questions that arise about living this life. He was a really smart man...as were your mother and father. They had much courage and an elevated consciousness that allowed them to lead you children through sensational times and very trying times; and they did so with equanimity. I loved to visit your family in St. Charles, Ill. when I lived in Palatine and Des Plaines while beginning my teaching career. Sitting on the front porch with Imogene and talking about life. You and a brother or two would come and talk as well, others were in the back working on an old vehicle at the time. What great family activities. Large family get-togethers weren't too often, but worth much to get to keep up with the maturing that all you were doing. I felt very respected and loved when you parents came to my homes to visit...most probably in the mobile home that your family very generously saw to. Bill was always relaxed and asked only that I deliver the AM paper to their door as early as possible...always with a smile. I love you, Milenda, and your brothers for sharing part of your lives with me. Certainly I send my sincere condolences on your loss at this time. Continue to be brave - you all had great models!!

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on your mom's passing. We can rejoice that she is now reunited with family who went before her and we can celebrate the wonderful, rich life that she led. The obituary beautifully describes the Aunt Imo we knew and loved who was passionate about people and welcoming to all. May God cover you with peace and happy memories of your mother to comfort you in the days ahead.

We are so sad to learn your mom has left us. I have such good memories of her as we grew-up not so far from each other in Illinois. Later she and your dad would visit us in their RV. Wasn't she an awesome cook? Aunt Imo was so welcoming and warm too. We had such good times with them! I am sad that she is almost the last of that generation of our Lauger family. Of course, Martha my mom remains with a similar situation. After her stroke, shortly after you saw her, Milenda, at Dad's funeral, she does not seem to know us. I wish we could be with you to celebrate her life or to see all of you this summer, but that won't be possible. We will be praying.