Elizabeth E. Siebold

Hi Mark, I'm very sorry for your loss. I know this isn't an easy time for you, but know your wife is in a great place right now (Heaven). I recently lost a friend and had to explain to my youngest sons where he was, I told them he went to Heaven ahaid of time to set things up for his wife so when she got their everything would be set up all nice for them. That's what your wife is doing now, she's getting everything ready for when you meat back up with her. She's in a good place, she'll be watching over you. My family will have you and your wife in our prayers.

Mark: Again, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. It was very nice to visit with you Saturday and meet Mike and Jesse. We will be out-of-state on May 24 and unable to attend the memorial Mass. However, we will be thinking of all of you and you will be in our prayers. It will be a "thumbs-up" day. God Bless. Tim & Jerrie

Dear Mark, Mike and Jesse, I was saddened to hear of the death of Betsy ... and, yet, happy that she is now enjoying a special joy and peace with Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Our Blessed Lord. She has suffered and offered many sacrifices for all of us. She was dearly loved in the Carmelite Community at Holy Hill. She and I joined the Carmelites about the same time and she became super active while I watched her grow in spirituality. I remember meeting her ... and the rest of the family at St. Francis in Cross Plains when you live up on the hill and took sleds to get to the road in the winter. Jesse was in RJ's class before we moved. I was just thinking about her this past week because I had not heard anything for so long. May each of you cherish fond memories of her. I cannot attend the funeral service but I will have a Mass celebrated for her. May God bless you. Love in Carmel, Phyllis

Mark, Please accept my thoughts and prayers for you, your family and your amazing wife. After reading about Betsey, I am amazed on how much she accomplished, both professionally and with your family. I hope this finds you peaceful and with great memories. John Lange

Dear Mark, Mike and Jesse and families! My very deepest sympathies on the early death of your wife & mom & grandma to your dear children. Thoughts & Prayers are with you all. Betsey was always so sweet & I enjoyed knowing her when you lived in Cross Plains. God Bless You All. Joanne (Jensen) Ganske (Nate's mom)