January 03, 2017

 
To Our Dear Friend, Mrs. “T”,
We were greatly saddened to learn of the sudden death of our life-long friend. We will always cherish the fond memories we have of our time at Eagles Mere and Cape May.  When we moved to Lancaster, Mrs. and Mr. “T” embraced us and directed us to the best schools in Lancaster for our boys.  I especially enjoyed listening to the Tafelski/Grzegorek dual over Notre Dame and Penn State. 
 
 
You will be missed,
Susan and Michael Grzegorek
 

December 30, 2016

To the Tafelski family,
Please accept my prayers and condolences on the passing of Mrs. Tafelski. She was such a kind friend to my mother. She will never leave you…Mike McDonald

December 28, 2016

To Mike, Terry & all the Tafelski family –
Jim & my thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family.  Your Mom (and Dad) clearly showed parenthood / grandparenthood at its best.  Her devout faith, commitment for family and community was amazing  Your own family values and priorities are clearly shaped by her, and she lives on through you and your beautiful girls (and their aunts/uncles/cousins).  An extra rosary will be said in her name today.  Maybe she can put in a good word for a better ND football season next year.   

December 22, 2016

Michael, Terry and family;    Our sincere sympathy to your family on the passing of your mother. We shared some wonderful times at Eagles Mere as well as LCHS affairs. Please know you are in our prayers.  Mr and Mrs Pesarchik 

December 21, 2016

Condolences to a wonderful family on the loss of their mother.   Mark Pautler

December 21, 2016

Grandmothers have a special place in families. Often the glue that holds people together, they have a unique perspective on life that is often given at just the right time and in the best way for that person. They are warm, comforting, strong in their own ways and have personalities shaped by love, loss, laughs and raising countless kids. Grandmothers often leave the best memories, of car rides or Sunday dinners, card games or hugs. Close families will feel like things may never be the same; but grandmothers leave behind a legacy. As long as we honor that and remember, they influence us – the way we treat people, the way we love our family, the way we accept radical haircuts, a new fiancée, moving away from the family town. In that lies our strength as a family. So on this day of sorrow you must always look to the strength and love that makes a grandmother like Jean so important to our family and to any family.
The Foleys and Jones are keeping you all in our prayers and thoughts this day and throughout the holidays.
Be blessed in her memory and don’t forget to laugh and smile.

December 21, 2016

Mike, Terry, and all of the Tafelski family,
May the love and peace of your surrounding family comfort you during this saddened time.
Jeff & Kathy Heil, Larchmont Ln.

December 20, 2016

We will miss your warmth Jean.
Ellen Klarsch

December 20, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss Mike and Terry.  I remember your mom and her beautiful smile and energy!  What a great lady!  Love to all of you. 
Cathy and Toby Lovecchio

December 20, 2016

A flood of memories has filled my head since I heard of Jean’s death. Jean and I used to take whichever grandchildren were available and walk around the lake in the morning, picking up  other children on the way. The walk culminated at the T’s house where Terry would cook pancakes. What a wonderful life!
Jean and I shared a birthday, watching our grandchildren grow up, and adventures too numerous to mention.  Jean and Terry’s legay is the wonderful family they leave behind. I feel blessed to have known so many of them so well.
 John’s and my love and prayers are with you. 
 Carolyn and John Hirsch

December 20, 2016

To the family of Jean,
So sorry for your loss.  I loved traveling with your mother and have many happy memories of our times together.
Love Judy Guarino

December 20, 2016

Dear Tafelski Children, Grandchildren and In-Laws>
   We always enjoyed our times together in Eagles Mere. Having dinner with Jeanne and Terry was always a hoot. Terry was always anxious to get up from the table as soon as he was finished. A great family and it was a sad time when the family sold their condo and spent less time on the mountain. Happy Holidays.
Bob and Susan Zelten

December 20, 2016

Teresa, Dave, Michael, and Marianne,
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom.  Mrs. T was such a great part of our lives growing up in Lancaster.  The whole family always has been.  Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.  I hope you are able to find peace and strength knowing that your mom is now reunited with Mr. T and Steve.
Much love, Chris Corcoran Liona, Steve, Justin and Connor

December 20, 2016

Our Northbrook Hills family was never more “together” than on Christmas Eve. We’d gather at the Tafelski’s wonderful celebration, then all of our families – most with 5 kids each – trooping to midnight Mass and back again to view the luminaries along the driveways throughtout the neighborhood.  We were lucky kids, with great parents.  Mr and Mrs T shared their home and love with all of us. We love them back!  Karen (Gibble) Blaine
 

December 20, 2016

Mrs. T was the first person we met when we moved into Northbrook Hills from Virginia , June 1971. She brought popsicles down for all of us. She quickly became my Mom’s best friend and a second mother to all of us. She made Christmas Eve special with her parties and invited us to Eagles Mere when we needed a get away. The memories are many and special. She was a wonderful woman and will be missed!  -Patty Gibble Rinehart

December 20, 2016

We are so very sorry for your loss.  With sympathy – Steve & Fran Haldeman.

December 20, 2016

Sorry for your loss. I lived close to Your Mother, Jean, for 10 years at Regents Park. I have many fond memories of times spent to gether, especially the many years of neighborhood game times. He great smile said volumes about her as a person. Loving, kind, caring, always had time for you. She will indeed be missed. Blessings, comfort, peace, to you as her family. Treasure the good memories you have of her. 
Anna Petersheim

December 20, 2016

Dear Tafelski Family,
Your Mom was a tremendous gift from God. She was a wonderful person, mother, grandmother & friend to many. That we could be more like her would truly be a blessing. My heart & prayers are with you guys during this difficult time.  
Bev Fielding & family
 
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the HolySpirit.”
Romans 15:13

December 19, 2016

Tafelski Children,
Know Gale and I are very sadden  for  your loss.
Praying at this joyous timeof year you will find strengh to continue on with life the way your Mother would have expected
JUDI GALE SCOTT MORRIS

December 19, 2016

I never had the chance to meet her, but I have met some of her children and they are awesome. So, I know the apple didn’t fall far from the tree!! May you rest in peace Mrs. Jeanette. 

December 19, 2016

What a wonderful woman, who truly cherished her family. She is an inspiration to me as a Mom in her unwavering support and unconditional love of her children and grandchildren. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. I hope you find some comfort in the idea of her being united with Steven , Blake and Mr T. She will be dearly missed.  Marnie Barry

December 19, 2016

Mrs. T became my 2nd mother after my own mother died.  She was the best friend to Mom, especially over the last 2 years after she moved back from Eagles Mere.  I will miss her deeply, but know she is with Mr. T & Steve – and Mom & Dad. They are finally able to have their Christmas Open House again this year with the many neighbors who she joins in heaven.