Aranka G. Crampton

Birth date: May 15, 1907 Death date: Jan 16, 2010

Aranka G. Crampton, 102 formerly of Tavares passed away in Deland on January 16, 2010. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and moved to Lake County from Long Island, New York in 1962. She was a member of St. Mary of the Lakes Read Obituary

Wall Obituary Events Media

Anonymous

815w ago

Why does it take a funeral to get people together? The plan was my parents and I were going to get up to Eustis to see our wonderful Aunt Gert. God had different plans, and took her before that visit. We did get to Eustis, to see Aunt Gert, Aranka, and marvel at her beauty, to hear about her life from her close friends and her family. I do not think that we would have had the opportunity to meet all the wonderful people who shared her life had we been able to see her earlier. I might not have met cousins that I had never met or to spend time with cousins I had not seen in 24 years.God works in strange ways. I would have cherished to see Aranka while she was still on this earth, but I feel blessed to learn so much about her from others, and be able to see how she enriched their lives. How fortunate I am to have such a role model.##imported-begin##Pat Koegler Del Bello##imported-end##

Anonymous

815w ago

Why does it take a funeral to get people together? The plan was my parents and I were going to get up to Eustis to see our wonderful Aunt Gert. God had different plans, and took her before that visit. We did get to Eustis, to see Aunt Gert, Aranka, and marvel at her beauty, to hear about her life from her close friends and her family. I do not think that we would have had the oppertunity to meet all the wonderful people who shared her life had we been able to see her earlier. I might not have met cousins that I had never met or to spend time with cousins I had not seen in 24 years.God works in strange ways. I would have cherished seeing Aranka while she was still on this earth, but I feel that I learned so much about her from others, and I could see how she enriched their lives.##imported-begin##Pat Koegler Del Bello##imported-end##

Anonymous

815w ago

As I gazed at my Aunt Gert (NY), Ã¢â‚¬Å“ArankaÃ¢â‚¬Â in Florida, so serene and beautiful in her final rest, I realized that I was also seeing the face of my grandmother, Anna, her mother, my dearest friendin my youth.Aunt Gert was like a Tinker Bell in my sister EvelynÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s and my life growing up Ã¢â‚¬â€œ always bringing light and playfulness into our lives. She and Jack and Skip, BarbÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Dad, were always sharing holidays with us. Skip was my mischievous buddy, such as waving a Fourth of July sparkler over my head which caused some of my hair to fall out that night. I woke up thinking I was dying!Many wonderful, cherished memories Ã¢â‚¬â€œ kind of terminated with their move to Florida, but not completely. We had a wonderful visit with our four kids at their memorable Mt.Dora home - with it guest house Ã¢â‚¬â€œ which Gert, Aranka, decorated so beautifully as she always did.In recent years, I was fortunate to be able to see my Aunt when I visited my Mom in Winter Park and then in Eustis.We always had an Ã¢â‚¬Å“instantÃ¢â‚¬Â relationship Ã¢â‚¬â€œ as though we had never parted Ã¢â‚¬â€œ sharing stories about how she had taken care of us when we were little kids back in Detroit, before Mom and Grandma moved to Long Island.My darling grandmother Anna, my dearest friend, died in ArankaÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s home three weeks before my wedding. AnnaÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s spirit, her loving care, her strength of character, her talents, even her appearance continued on in her youngest daughter Aranka. On the day of my AuntÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s beautiful funeral, I was struck to see this still alive in her lovely great-grandaughter Babs.##imported-begin##Lillian Wass Koegler##imported-end##

Anonymous

818w ago

Aunt Gert (Aranka),We thank God for all the times we shared. You were so much fun, always eagerly awaiting the next adventure with a twinkle in your eyes and a smile on your face.John especially remembers the time both he and Paul lived with you in your home on Long Island. He has many stories to tell of those times. You taught him how to ride a two wheel bike and oh those Lemon Meringue pies!Much later in life, when you were living in Winter Park, you assisted John as to where to take me on our first date. It was a great success.You were a beautiful, talented and gracious woman. We feel truly blessed that you were a part of our lives and the memory of you will always be with us.Love always,John and Grace##imported-begin##John & Grace LaPierre##imported-end##

Anonymous

818w ago

Hey Nana, it's Joe Joe. I really just wanted to tell you that I'm eternally thankful for the advice, the wisdom, the love and care, and the warmth you brought to my life. There are so many amazing memories with you, that I will always cherish. There are so many stories and talks we've had that I'll always remember. You were such an amazing person, simply one of a kind, and I'm glad you were in my life. Not many people can say they had someone who blessed this earth for so long that they could provide that extensive and wonderful information that you had for us. Not many people can say they had someone who saw as much as you and knew as much as you. I will always love, remember, and cherish having you in my life.I love you very much Nana, keep dancing and teaching in heaven. I will always miss you, but I will always smile at the thought of Nana. Smile because I knew someone so wonderful and so amazing. You always have been this families angel. With love, Joseph Peter Mattiace Jr.##imported-begin##Joseph Mattiace Jr.##imported-end##

Anonymous

818w ago

With wings to spare, you were the wisest of the flock.. and you were so close always, down the hall, always just a knock/ And there she was, laying gently, with an excited, child-like display as she was watching the TV.. she glanced over, always just as happy to see me, always willing to greet me, never finding me too needy/ In essence I was, loving every moment of her being here to share the wisdom and family love I desperately craved.. and thanks in large part to this beautiful angel, the road became paved, as she helped this young boy to be saved/ With so many memories, it's still only a fraction.. only a fraction of the amount of satisfaction I received from the overall amount of compassion/ And it's only a fraction of the time you've spent touching this world, making it less colder.. and you're a huge reason why this boys future looks bolder, just ask the guy with the same name, 23 years older/ If the world was a beach, you'd be its' piers.. always the fun and the life.. and thank God he blessed us with your fun, life and wisdom for a hundred and two years/ With love, you go to heaven to teach your love, wisdom, and care..and now you will arrive at heaven an angel, with wings to spare/ -- Joseph Peter Mattiace Jr.##imported-begin##Joseph Mattiace Jr.##imported-end##

Anonymous

819w ago

Our condolences go to the family and loved ones of "Nana." A very special person, Nana will be missed, but we are sure she will make plenty of new friends in Heaven! God bless Nana!~Israel, David, Lewis, and Muppet.##imported-begin##Israel Mathlin##imported-end##

Anonymous

819w ago

We really will miss you, Nana. That adorable little face, smile, and great kisses. We truly hope that we added just a few more smiles to the many you gave and received during the holiday season with all of us,your family. We love you so much and our consolation is that Heaven has received a teacher who will teach others her gift of wisdom and kindness. God bless you, our angel.##imported-begin##Christine & Steven Stohrin##imported-end##

Anonymous

819w ago

My Dearest Nana, Thank you so much for being such an important part of my life. Most of the wonderful memories I have as a child were with you, swimming, camping, fishing, playing in the "big house." No other little girl had a better grandmother to play dress up with than I did. The true gift though was knowing you as an adult. I will carry the incredible story of your life with me always. You used to tell me how grateful you were to be with me but it was I that was greatful to be with you. Your grace, wisdom and generosity have made me who I am today. I know that you are in Heaven dancing like the Bell of the Ball that you have always been. I have not only lost my grandmother but my dear friend. I know you are finally at peace my dear Nana. You have been loved.##imported-begin##Barbara Mattiace##imported-end##

Anonymous

819w ago

Oh Nana I don't know where to begin. You were an amazing woman I wish I were lucky enough to have spent more time with you. Luckily, I was fortunate enough to spend some time with you and those memories I can never forget. Picking you up this past Thanksgiving, a previous year setting the table with your china, all your silly stories. I love you so much my "WONDERFUL" LADY! I'm so proud to be able to call you my family always. I Love you my risen angel.##imported-begin##Melissa Mattiace##imported-end##

Tribute Wall

Tribute Wall