Charlotte Padon

Dear Padon Family, I just found out about Charlotte's death as we are still at our summer home on Swan Lake. I was so shocked and so sad,as she was one of my most favorite people. She took me under her wing, as she did so many others, and led me to Mt. Angel where I am now an oblate, taught me how to enter into "centering prayer, and was probably the biggest influence in my spiritual growth. I know how much you all loved and appreciated her; and know that you are in my prayers as you release her into the arms of her loving Father. Love and prayers, Jody Dringman

Tom and I have been gone and so we were not here for your mom's funeral. What a shock for us to see the obituary in the newspaper. What a wonderful witness your mom was for the Lord.....and what a fabulous disciple......while I was direcor of SHRC your mom was always available for counsel, to lead retreats or other programs, to host dinners for our out of town leaders, to be a participant, a donor,, and a friend......And, at church one could always count on the same......We loved your mom.....and we are sick we missed seeing all of you while you were here.....blessings on you all and your families. Love Bev and Tom

Dave, so sorry about the loss of your mom. It's never easy losing a parent. Know my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family, Karen

Dear Padon Family What a privilege and joy it was to see your family celebrate the life of Charlotte, and say goodbye for only now. I appreciated reading Charlotte's 1983 letter in the "Montana Catholic", especially the last sentences about being a large family --- "When all are gathered around the dining room table and when the house is filled with the laughter their stories bring, happiness abounds. There is a tremendous love that each has for the other; a bond, a feeling of belonging. There is integrity and generosity that is learned from having to share in a big family. As they grow each seems to develop a strong sense of caring. I could never thank God enough for all His Blessings" I suspect this is what Charlotte and your dad, with God's guidance, brought to your family. God continue to bless you all. I'll miss having Chaarlotte "across the street". Carl Wolf

Heartfelt condolences from the Hurlbut family. We have many fond memories of your mother, especially the neighborhood 4th of July picnics.