Jean Lehmann
Jean Lehmann, 81, died, fortified with the sacraments of Holy Mother Church, on Friday, September 14, 2012 at Delmar Gardens South. A long-time resident of South County and most recently of Delmar Gardens South, she was preceded in death by her parents Albert and Ludwena (Flamm) Basler of Cobden, IL; her brother Jerry (Janice) Basler, sisters Alberta (Dick) Chapman and Juanita Basler; son Gregory Albert and granddaughter Carmen Manning.
She is survived by a brother, Leonard Basler and his wife Joyce of Carbondale, IL; four children, Ron and partner Hal of Denver, CO, Marty and his wife Sharon, and grandson Nicholas of Key West, FL; Cathy and husband Bill and grandchildren Matthew Carter, Bethany Baker of Deer Park, TX and Lauren Carter of Columbus, OH ; Brad and his wife Lynn of St. Louis, MO and grandchildren Amanda and Bradley. She is also survived by one great-grandson, Dominic Manning of San Diego, CA.
While a resident of Delmar Gardens, Brad was her primary caregiver, with visits of sister and brothers throughout the years. Brad and his family, however, cared for Jean with the dedication rarely seen these days. Every day, rain or shine, Brad would visit Delmar Gardens to see his mother and tend to her needs. He became a fixture there, and many residents and staff will miss his visits, his humor and his caring.
She raised five children as a single mother while working full time. Jean worked for many years as an Executive Secretary, first for Granco Steel and then for nearly 25 years with DynaQuip Controls (through various name changes as well). Jean lived for the success of her children, sending all through Catholic grade and High Schools, raising them to be independent, self- sufficient individuals who would make their unique contributions to a better world. She enjoyed travelling – but the only travelling she did was to see her children and grandchildren. Up until her fall and subsequent move to Delmar Gardens, she was an independent, opinionated woman with an unfailing sense of humor and loving mother to us all. We will miss her tremendously, and treasure the time we had with her.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at Assumption Church, 4725 Mattis Rd, St. Louis County, at 10:30 a.m, on Monday October 1st, 2012. Private interment will immediately follow at Resurrection Cemetery, St. Louis.
In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to Delmar Gardens Christmas Fund, the Scleroderma Foundation or the charity of your choice in Jean’s name.
While I didn’t know Jean, I am friends with her son Ron. I’d like to express my condolences to the whole family. Ron always spoke lovingly of his mother. My thoughts are prayers are with you.
Ron,
Memories of your mom always bring a smile. Our thoughts are with you and your family. I will see you all on the 1st to celebrate her life and remember the joy she brought into ours.
My deepest condolences to the entire Lehmann family. In reading the obituary, I can see what a loving mother Jean is. Her children are her legacy and pride and rightly so. My prayers go out to you.
Whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report;
if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
I love you momma, always did – always will.
I love me some mama Jean-I admire her so much! I always had such a great time seeing her when she was here visiting Marty & Sharon..boy, we had some laughs – gut busting at times. I miss her…All my thoughts are with the entire family.
Jean was more than my Mother in law, she was my friend and confidant. We really were more like girlfriends and really loved the gossip! I love you Jean and things will not be the same without you…..
Whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
I love you momma, always did – always will.
A Woman knocked on the pearly gates
her face was worn and old.
She stood before the man of fate
For admission to the fold.
“What have you done,” St. Peter asked,
“to gain admission here?”
“I suffered from Dementia sir” for a little more than 3 years
The pearly gates swung open and St. Peter clanged the bell.
“Come in he said” and rest your head
“You’ve had your taste of hell”
Happy Birthday Jean
Jean was a strong lady with much love for her family. Our sympathy to all of you.
The only thing you take with you when you’re gone is what you leave behind. Jean raised a noble and loving family and left a legacy of happy memories for all of us.
Ron,
I am very sorry for your loss and Jean’s entire family as so beautifully described in paragraph two. I am sure she is very proud of all of you and I hope you continue to find her love in the presence of each other.
Sincerely, Bob
I remember the barbecues at Brad & Lynn’s with Jean. My condolences to the family.
I am blessed with Jean’s memory etched in my mind as a very beautiful, strong, intelligent woman who was always very well put together and carrying only the finest in handbags!…And without a doubt one of the funniest people I have ever met! She will always remain somewhat of a “legend” in my mind…a strong, independent, determined, single mother long before it was hip or the norm. …and she rocked the job!
Love to the Lehmann Family
Moma, You taught us all our basic values, our sense of duty to others, that life is too short to wish your life away – and you taught us discipline. The one thing you didn’t teach us was how to deal with your passing; we are at a loss.
I always wanted to make you proud of me – I hope I have. And I was always so proud of you for everything you did! I will miss you – and will love you – forever.
Dear Ron,
I’m so, so sorry to learn of your mother’s death. You loved her so much, as I loved my mother. It will be a time of a space of emptiness in your life for some time. But eventually those of us who had wonderful parents must realize how blessed we were to have the parents we had. …and then thank God for that.
You’ll be in my prayers, Ron – as will your family.
Love,
Katherine
Ron —
Checking email and see I have the email I have been expecting for some time now. So sorry to hear you have lost your Mom – but I hope you can take consolidation in the fact she is now at peace and enjoying the reward she earned. Years ago, when Ceil Boos’ first husband Dick died, I remember her coming into the funeral home, taking those 5 young kids by their hands, and telling them that Daddy could love them even more from heaven. I hope you and your siblings can feel that way about your Mom too. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers…. Love Spurs
Dear Ron,
I was very sorry to hear about the death of your mother recently. My
prayers and love are with you.
Maurice, O.S.B.
Dear Ron:
Wednesday evening I offered Mass for the Atchison CCD group, about 70 young people and teachers, a bunch of them. The Mass, I told them all, was for your mother.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences at your mothers passing to the next life.
I hope you can celebrate the many good years you had with her and always have the best memories forever cherished in your heart. For life is such a gift we know, that one day
too we will all move on to the next world, that awaits us beyond the rainbows and over the horizon.
May God give you to the strength, faith and courage to carry forward her legacy. You have some wonderful personality traits, many of which I’m am sure your mother imparted upon you as a child. Don’t lose those, they are your gems, your valuables to share with the world.
And God Bless Brad.
Rest her soul and hold you heart, I will be thinking about you and remembering your mother and family in my prayers each day. I leave you with this quote, my friend.
“All that live must die, passing through nature to eternity.” William Shakespeare
Warmest Regards,
Donnie Boy
Ron,
You and your siblings are admired for your faithful care of your mother. She will be remembered in prayer here.
Abbot Barnabas
St. Benedict’s Abbey
Atchison, KS 66002
I see that you know that your mom is in a better place and happy once again. Be sure to take comfort in knowing that she is watching out for you now. It sure was helpful keeping these thoughts in mind when I lost my mom. Mary and I have been praying for you and your family.
Rich
Ron,
You and your siblings are admired for your faithful care of your mother. She will be remembered in prayer here.
Abbot Barnabas
St. Benedict’s Abbey
Atchison, KS 66002