Vera Marie Dilworth
June 11, 1937 ~ July 8, 2008
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, July 11, 2008 at 10:00 AM in St. George Catholic Church, Valley Lee, MD with Msgr. Karl Chimiak officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery.
Visitation:
Viewing/Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 10, 2008 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in St. George Catholic Church, Valley Lee, MD where Prayers will be said at 7:30 PM.
Vera Marie Saunders Dilworth, 71, of Valley Lee, MD died July 8, 2008 at her residence. Born June 11, 1937 in Leonardtown, MD she was the daughter of the late A. Vernon and E. Viola Saunders. She was the loving wife of Raymond G. Dilworth whom she married on October 26, 1957 in Holy Face Catholic Church. She is also survived by her children Chris Nave and her husband Lyndon of Cheltenham, MD, Liz Walter and her husband Bruce of Valley Lee, MD, Kay Adley and her husband Scott of Atsugi, Japan and David Dilworth of Piney Point, MD as well as her brother Vernon Saunders of Leonardtown, MD and her sister Mary Ann Cullison Rymer of California, MD and seven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son Raymond “Speedy” Dilworth Jr. A lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, Vera graduated from St. Michael’s High School in Ridge, MD “Class of 1955”. She was a homemaker who enjoyed family gatherings and caring for others. The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 10, 2008 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in St. George Catholic Church, Valley Lee, MD where prayers will be said at 7:30 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, July 11, 2008 at 10:00 AM in St. George Catholic Church with Msgr. Karl Chimiak officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Lyndon Nave, Bruce Walter, Scott Adley, Dave Dilworth, Mike Copenhaver and John Langley. Honorary pallbearers will be Karli Nave, Elayna Nave, Kayla Walter, Ryan Walter, Dylan Walter, Sean Adley, Michael Adley, Zack Hall and Jenna Hall. Contributions may be made to St. George Vestibule Fund, P.O. Box 9, Valley Lee, MD 20692 and/or Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“Our prayers and thoughts are with your family at this sad time..May your hearts be at ease that she is Home now resting in Gods love..God bless Love Carolann & Davie Evans”
“Deepest sympathy to all the family. And what a great family. I have always wished I had known them way back in the years before she became “Sis” to me. She has the best legacy anyone could imagine, being passed along in those children of hers. The care they gave day in day out over the last year is a standard for this whole country — the way it ought to be! She will rest in peace. “
“Dear Chris and family, Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you at this time! May you all be comforted by His peace that surpasses all understanding. We are here for whatever you may need! God Bless You!”
“Our sympathy and prayers are with you. I got to know Vera during our Bible study classes. She used to bring biscotti to class for me when she learned how much I liked them and I will remember her whenever I eat one. What a blessing she was because of her gentle, soft-spoken ways. I loved her.”
“Chris, I never got to know your mom except through you speaking so lovingly about her. You have all been in my prayers and will continue to be. Trust God to get you through it.”
“Kay Kay & family, We are sending our love and deepest sympathy to you and yours. You’ll be in our hearts and in our prayers. Love you!”
“Ray and Family and Mary Ann, So sorry for the loss of Vera. We always remember her working at the dinners at St. Georges and her sweet smile. May God comfort you as you go through this time of grief.”
“I have known you guys along time, might not see you often, but do think about you from time to time. I am sorry about your mom, she was a wonderful person. Stay strong for each other, as you always have.”
“Kay and family, so sorry to hear about your mom passing. there are no words of condolence that will ease the ache you feel now. only the love from family and friends will give you strength at this time. “
“Liz and Family, Our hearts go out to you all. Vera was a gem of a lady who was certainly blessed with the love of the most wonderful family. The legacy she leaves behind – through her kind and loving children and grandchildren will keep her memory alive for years to come! We will be holding you close in our hearts as you prepare to get through these rough days ahead…Love, Betty & Gordy Smith”
“Kay & family…We send our love your way in this difficult time. You are all in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Love, Dave & Bobbie Fields”
“Ray and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on the loss of your wife and mother. May she rest in peace in the arms of God.”
“I am so saddened by Grammy Vera’s passing. She was always such a sweet person and always had a big hug for me every time I saw her. She put up a good fight and is at peace now-catching up with Speedy. I will keep you all in my thoughts during this difficult time. May she rest in peace…you all have another angel up there looking over you. “
“You have my condolences on your loss. Rich and Mindy”
“Kay Kay, Liz, Ray, Chris and Davie, my sincere sympathy, love and prayers go out to all of you at this sad time. I’ll always remember, with gratitude, the love, compassion and guidance Vera showed my two grandsons, Sean and Michael for the past 12 years. It really was unconditional love. She will be sorely missed and I feel honored to have known her. May happy memories give you comfort. With love, Carol and Frank Adley”
“Ray & family, My deepest sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. Vera was not only a very special person but a great friend to my family. She will be missed but never forgotten. Love, Gloria”
“Dilly & Kay Kay: Sorry 2 hear of Ur mother passing away! My thoughts & prayers r w/U’ll!”
“Kay and family, we are very sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts and symphathy are with you. If you need anything, please don’t hesitate to ask.”
“Liz and family, I never had the pleasure to meet your Mom, but I understand she was a sweet and wonderful lady. I just wanted to extend my deepest sympathy and to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
“To Ray and ALL your family our deepest sympathy in your loss of Vera, much beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend who will be greatly missed by all who loved her for the wonderful, courageous Christian lady she was. Love, Allan & Mary Jane “
“David, Kay Kay & family, I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Annie “
“Liz, my thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Take care!”
“David, My thoughts and prayers are with you and family. May she rest in peace. Keep the family bond strong and cherish the wonderful memories of your mom.”
“Our deepest sympathy is extended to the Dilworth family during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Liz and Family, I can’t tell you enough what a wonderful person Vera was. I always felt like family in her home and she will be missed so much.”
“Ray,Chris,Liz,David,Kay & Family, We will all miss Vera so much. She was the nicest, sweetest person we knew. She has left behind a wonderful family to carry on her legacy. Hope all the wonderful memories of her will help ease your pain. I’m sure she is at peace now and is watching over all of you. She is with Speedy, MeMom and Pop. God Bless you all, we love you. “
“Our deepest sympathy is with the Dilworth family during this time. “
“I am very sorry to hear about Vera’s death. She was a very sweet lady. My prayers and thoughts go out to the family.”
“Vera was a wonderful lady and a terrific mother and grandmother. Your love and respect for her were obvious in the care Vera received during the past year – she was fortunate to have such a devoted family. May many wonderful memories sustain you in the years to come.”
“Dearest Liz, I am so sad for you and your family. I always remember your mother as a quiet presence yet, strong in compassion and comfort; truly the definition of “mother”. She was a sweet lady. I know you will miss her terribly. She’ll never be far from your heart. Hold tight to Kayla, Ryan, and Dylan. I pray that the angels carry you through this time and give you peace. Love, Kelly “
“”Our prayers and thoughts are with your family at this time.””
“We are so sad that your mom has passed and your family is in our thoughts and prayers. I have the best memories of your mom from staying overnight when we were all growing up. I still tell my family about the “bubble bread” that I learned how to make from watching your mom when we were teenagers. Your mom was one of the sweetest and kindest women I have ever known and this world has lost a gentle soul.”
“Liz and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. She is now at peace and her love will live and continue on through you and your family. Much love, Sharon and Ben”
“My deepest sympathy and prayers to all of you during this sad time. She was a fabulous person and will surely be missed.”
“Ray, David and girls, God was surely looking for an angel on Tuesday and what a wonderful one he chose. Our thoughts and prayers are with our family and friends.”
“Prayers tonight was a tribute to a wonderful Lady. We will all miss her.”
“Kay, Scott and Dilworth/Saunders family , we are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Ray and family, I am so sorry for the loss of Vera. Now she is at peace and will be up there with all the Saunders and Beans that have gone before her. Can you imagine the celebration they must be having. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.”
“Although your mom/wife has gone away, your love for her will always stay the same as it was before she went and knocked on heaven’s door. Vera was a very gracious lady and will be missed by all whose lives she touched. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Liz, Kay & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I had only met your Mom a couple of times but could tell she was a very special person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Vera, just like her mother and father, was one of the sweetest people you could possibly know. So sorry to hear of her death.”
“Liz and Kay, I’m so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. You now have a great angel to watch over you and your family. “
“Mrs. Dilworth was one of the nicest people I have ever had the privilege to know. Her soft voice and pleasant demeanor were always present, just like her mother and father who I had the honor of knowing.Every time someone you love passes it takes a little piece of you with them. I have known your family my whole life and I love every one of you, God Bless You All.”
“Ray and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May she rest in peace.”
“To the Dilworth Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sorrowful time. I went to school with Speedy, and I remember her strength during his passing. As a life long member of St. George, I will always remember her smile. With sympathy…”
“MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL,YOUR MOM WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON.”
“Liz and Kay, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I know she is at peace now in God’s loving arms. My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family.”
“My deepest sympathy and prayers to you all during this sad time. Know now she is at rest and getting caught up with Speedy.”
“Ray and Family Members, Our deepest condolences are extended to each one of you on the passing of Vera. She was just a wonderful lady with a beautiful smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
“The Dilworth Family, Vera came from God & has returned to him. She lived the life he called her to, & did it well.We have been blessed to have been part of her life & that is how she made you feel. Calm, quiet, peaceful & loving. We are thankful for her, she touched so many lives. Now she can rest & we must all continue her work here she has only started. She has taught us well & we can Thank God for her. You are in our thoughts & prayers, Sincerely Susan, Ed, Heather, Justin, & Tyler Alt”
“We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Vera. It is hard to understand why our loved ones are taken from us, but we all know there is a master plan. God must have needed a wonderful person like Vera.”
“Our sincere sympathy, thoughts and prayers to each of Vera’s family and loved ones. May she rest in peace and keep watch over all. God bless.”
“We are all so sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember Vera as a welcoming “surrogate Grandmom” to my son, Michael. She was a dear person; and I know she took wonderful care of your family, as you all took such loving care of her when she needed it. Please know that we are thinking of you, and we’re just a phone call away if you need anything at all.”
“I will always remember her soft spoken voice and smile! She is at peace now without any pain! She is up with my mom cooking for all the angels, happy as can be, I am sure!”
“OH MY, what a sister..I don’t think a time will come when I will stop missing Vera. She was always there for me. We shared many years of happy and sad times together. She was our rock, now She is our Angel. Enjoy Heaven Vera….Til we meet again, Love ya Sis”
“Our prayers are with you all. Your Mom was one of the great ones. She always fed us boys, talked about everything going on, and sent us on with a smile. We’ll all miss her”
“Ray, Chris, Liz, David and Kay, Our deepest sympathy and prayers to all of you during this sad time. Vera was a wonderful person! Our bessings to all of you.”
“Kay and Liz,I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Love Cindy Huber “
“I am so sorry to hear of Vera’s passing. She was truly a wonderful person. May your happy memories console you in this time of need. My thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“It’s been years since I have seen her but she was always one of the nicest moms I have ever known. Our deepest condelences…”
“Kay, Our deepest sympathy to you and Scott and all of your family. Thankfully you were able to share your mom’s last days with her, and you know she’s now happy, whole, and at peace. God bless you all. Miss you and love you, Kay Kay, Clare and Craig”
“OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.. SHE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND WILL BE MISSED BY US ALL. “
“Dear Kay, You are in our thoughts and prayers during this terribly sad time. We pray that all of your memories are of some measure of comfort to you and all of your family. With Love, Mark, Robin, Mackenzie and Christopher”
“I was very saddened to hear of Vera’s passing. I have many wonderful memories of growing up with the Saunders family! Vera was a special lady with a calm, gentle voice and a beautiful smile. I will miss seeing her during my visits to Maryland. Ray, may you know that she is at peace now and watching over you and your family. Mary Ann & Vernie, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Love & Peace To All of You, Fran (Pee Wee) Henderson, NV”
“So very sorry for your loss. Sending Love and Prayers from our Family to Yours. Glenda “
“Liz, I’m so sorry to hear about your mothers passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.”
“Kay Kay, David & Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I know the sadness you are all feeling. Know I’m here if you need anything. God Bless you all. Friends, Jimmy”
“Chris and Family, I just read the email and want you all to know how saddened we are to learn of your moms homegoing. Please know our thoughts and prayrers are with the entire family. God Bless you all. “
“Liz, Thinking of you and your family during this hard time. Remember no one can take away the wonderful memories (all those years) that you had with your Mom. She was a special person! Hugs, Jackie”
“Uncle Ray,Chris,Liz,Kay-kay,and Davey….I as well as my family send our deepest felt sympathy. Aunt Vera was a wonderful woman…she will be greatly missed…my thoughts,prayers and love and with all of your families at this time of sorrow….I love all of you…Pixie”
“Kay, we were sad to learn about your mom’s passing. Our prayers go out to you and your family for this great loss. Please take care of yourself. Always,”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of great sadness.May god bless you all. Love Flo and Jeff”
“Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are extended to the Dilworth family. May the wonderful memories of Vera live on. God has selected a perfect angel. “
“Liz- I just read about your mother’s passing. You have my deepest condolences, and I know that the many memories you have will be a comfort to your family at this time. Your mother was a great lady.”
“Ray & Family..my prayers, sympathy to you and your family during this time of sorrow. She will be so sadly missed by all who knew her. Jean”
“Kay and family, I am very sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. Please know that you’re in my thoughts and prayers. I pray you find comfort and peace in the memories you hold so dear of your mother. May God continue to bless and comfort you during this difficult time. Peace & Blessings,”