Lillian Marie Pearson Bagley
| June 12, 2005 |
| To each of Lillian's family and friends, I extend my heartfelt condolences. Even to those of us who are not family, she was truly a special lady. In my early life, Lillian's son, David and I became close friends. That friendship extends to this day. I wish to share one enduring memory I have of Lillian. During our teenage years, David, I and one or two of our other friends decided to "cut out" of church during the Sunday School time. We went to David's house. For some reason, Lillian was at home (perhaps not feeling good). When we entered the house, Lillian, of course, wondered why we were there and, quickly sizing up the situation, merely smiled and said something like "Well, I guess we'd better have a Sunday School class," and sat us down and taught an impromptu lesson. She never lectured us about skipping out--just made sure we had our Sunday School experience without being concerned about whatever discomfort she may have been suffering at the time. To my good friend David and to all the family members, thank you for being a part of my life and sharing your mother with me. You have been blessed with one of the world's "elect ladies" as your mother and I pray Heavenly Father's blessings for each of you as you adjust to her temporary "absence" from your lives. Love, David L. Miller San Diego |
| David Miller (San Diego, CA ) |
| June 11, 2005 |
| Grandma will be so missed by me and my family. I am her oldest granddaughter, and she has always been an example of righteousness to all of her posterity. I will always cherish the year and a half that I spent living with her when I was 19 and 20. She was always teaching me and anyone else that came around her. I always wanted to live up to her high expectations. Grandma's house, both her last one on 1st Avenue, and the one on Hillcrest, are the places my mind goes in my dreams when I am searching for home. I am sure that it will continue to be that way. Some of my children are discovering her books, and so the legacy continues, and will go on for eternity. I will be forever grateful that I was able to spend some time with her on her last day here on earth. I can only imagine the beautiful reunion she is experiencing right now! |
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Karen Dryden Walker (Hamilton, GA )
syimeimei@aol.com |
| June 10, 2005 |
| My Grandmother was one of the most amazing ladies I know. I was greatful that I got the chance to say goodbye to her just before she passed. She left us books of memories, and gave her grandchildren the opportunity to get to know our grandfather who passed away so young. Grandma will always be in my heart and I will miss her alot. |
| Angela Dryden (Atlanta, GA ) |
| June 10, 2005 |
| My dear Grandma is already so missed. I was privileged to be at her side when she passed away. She was beloved by so many, and she made everyone feel like the most important person in the world to her. I will always cherish the memories of the many weekends I spent in her home when I was a student at BYU. She taught me what it means to love the role of being an LDS woman, a wife, a mother, an active community member. I wish that my own girls would have had the opportunity to know their Grandma Bagley. I miss her so much, but I know that she was ready to go, and that she is rejoicing to be with Grandpa and Uncle Michael again. This mortal life just won't be the same without Grandma Bagley. |
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Julie Hansen (Grantville, GA )
hans1577@bellsouth.net |
| June 10, 2005 |
| I am lucky to be one of Lillian Bagley's grandchildren. I live far away from her, near Atlanta, Georgia. I got to see her last about a month ago, for which I am extremely grateful. She was the most perfect person I've ever known. She loved Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, and lived her life in harmony with their teachings. I love you Grandma, and miss you very much. |
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Jill Brooking (Grantville, GA )
davidbrooking@peoplepc.com |
 Grandma with great great grandchildren |
| June 7, 2005 |
| I am the daughter of her brother Allan Pearson, I was also blessed to be able to talk with Aunt Lillian around Christmas. I enjoyed talking to her. As I was talking to her she was anxiously wanting to send me a journal log of my dad's river trip. To me she has always thought of others and was very generous. I have to say my eyes water up when I think of her, even when she was still here they watered up. I am sure she is excited to see all of her family and friends. I am thankful for the legacy she has sent to my family. Her family are the jewels in her crown as she would say. |
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Julie & Paul Ray (Mesa, AZ )
julieray@cox.net |
| June 7, 2005 |
| Lillian was/is my father (Eugene Pearson's) double cousin. Her father (Roy) and my grandfather (Milo) were brothers, and her mother (Marie) and my grandmother (Goldie) were sisters. Genetically, I suppose, that would almost make her grandchildren the equivalent of first cousins to me. I never knew Lillian extremely well. I don't remember having any extended conversations with her, just exchanging greetings, etc. But Lillian always had a certain serenity and calming influence it seemed. I never heard anything ever said ill of her by anyone, nor heard her say ill of anyone. She always seemed to be an island of peace and calm, as far as I could tell, wherever she went, and with whomever she met. I last remember seeing her, I believe, at my father's funeral last year. She was about four years or so older than him. I am sure she is happy to see her husband she lost so many years ago, and her brothers who have died (all but Howard), and her parents, cousins and friends. I can visualize my grandmother greeting her now. |
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David M. Pearson (Clearfield, UT )
fredferp@xmission.com |
| June 7, 2005 |
| Aunt Lillian was my favorite aunt when I was younger. I wanted to grow up to be just like her. She had such a mild manner and sweetness about her. I thought she must be the nicest person I knew. I wish I had been able to renew acquaintances with her and my cousins before her passing. Marylou (Pearson) Rimmasch (Uncle Glenn's daughter.) |
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Marylou Rimmasch (Riverton, UT )
marylou@hotmail.com |
| June 7, 2005 |
| My dear Aunt Lillian has passed leaving only my beloved Uncle Howard alive. I was blessed to speak with her just over a week before she died and we expressed our love for each other. I'm glad to have been close to her and kept that relationship alive. I know these relationships--born of love; nurtured with caring--continue throughout eternity. My father, Glenn Pearson, said on more than one occasion that he knew but 2 perfect women in this life: his saintly mother, who sadly passed away in December, 1804, a month before my birth, and his dear sister Lillian Marie Pearson Bagley. I have been blessed to know Aunt Lillian and will miss her. |
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Karl Pearson (Lehi, UT )
karlp@OurLDSfamily.com |
| June 7, 2005 |
| I am Aunt Lillian's great-niece, Glenn Pearsons' granddaughter. I loved Lillian so much; she was an insperation to me and an "idol" to me in many many ways. I will miss her tremendously as she was always hope, knowledge and light in my and my husband Tyler's and baby Lacie Marie's life. I will never forget you Lillian and will remember your great words of wisdom through your written works and will look forward to seeing you again one day! Love, Lisa Pearson Frampton |
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Lisa Frampton (Lehi, UT )
lisa@ourldsfamily.com |
| June 7, 2005 |
| Don, Sorry to read about your mother, hope that this time won't be to difficult for you. Elder Quist |
| John Quist (San Diego) |
| June 6, 2005 |
| An individuals legacy is most noticed by what she leaves behind, namely her posterity. We know Sister Bagley will be missed but will be cherised by those she leaves behind. Our prayers are with you. |
| Matt and Julie Jensen (Salt Lake City, UT ) |
| June 6, 2005 |
| I see that my son John has already signed the guest book in my behalf but I would like to add my condolences to Lillian's family. My husband and I are currently serving a mission in Auckland New Zealand. Lillian and her husband stayed with us for a time when I was a young girl and I have always had a special spot for her in my heart. My husband Charles and I send our love and sympathy to her family. |
| Dorothy (Pearson) Sutherland (Santa Ana, CA ) |
| June 5, 2005 |
| Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. We appreciate the times we were able to visit with Sister Bagley. It was a privilege to have received from her one of the books she had compiled and published for the family. The love and devotion she had for each of you will live on through the many books she had published. Her special words of wisdom for her family. She was truly an "elite lady." What a wonderful blessing to have know her. Again, our condolences. With much love and deepest felt sympathy, Jackie & Paul Brooking |
| Jackie Brooking (lodi, CA ) |
| June 5, 2005 |
| My mother is Dorothy Pearson Sutherland. She and my dad (Charles Sutherland) are currently in New Zealand serving a mission. I know that Mom would like to be here to attend Lillian's funeral and to express her love and condolances. I had the opportunity to meet Lillian several times. I know that she was loved. My mother and uncle, Keith Pearson, always spoke very fondly of her. My condolances to Lillian's family on their loss. |
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John Sutherland (Provo, UT )
johns@byu.net |