Edna / Linda Sippel (Sister)
Edna
I know that we didn't hang together much...But you know I love you ...you are my sister...we were a year apart but personalities were so different we just liked the opposite things...I always thought you were so special and Edna you were so good to me when my daughter came into this world ... you were always there for me... you never would let me have anyone babysit for me ..you always said that was your job and a great job you had done. 33 years have passed and you now took care of her children ...I laugh whenever Dyllin says WHY??? with the funniest sound , I know this is my sister that taught him that and I laugh whenever he says it...
Dyllin and Brianne will miss you ..I feel Haeleigh will be missing so much not to be able to feel the love that you have to offer. Edna I always worried about you because you were so private but I guess you had your reasons .... You know I did look out for you...I proved it 13 years ago. I love you Edna ... it hurts that you will not be here when I come to Long Island to visit...I was looking forward to you and Gregg coming up to visit me...This is a nightmare you should not be gone...it is just not fair...You will be in my mind and heart always ..I love you sis ...say hi to Al for me and Edna check on Gina ..I know with you there with her she will be well taken care of...now it is my turn to say WHY????..Don't worry about Gregg he will be well taken care of...Liz and Bobby love him so much they will make him a good life just as you would want.
Now I have three angels in heaven looking over me ..I love you sis and don't you ever forget it
Your sister Linda Close

To the family  / Julia McCallister (Cousin)
I so wish that I could be there with you, my family. I love & miss you all so much & I am so sad for the loss of another one of my favorite cousins. I'm so thankful for the "Bingo" memories at Aunt Edna's I shared with Edna. We had so much fun that day. I send my love & hope that all of you find strength in each other to make it through this. I am always here for you, even though I am 1200 miles away, you are all in my heart always. I love you all.... Close

Aunt Edna  / Monnica Giffone (Niece)
to Edna, i love u. i love when u took me to garge sales. i love when u laughed at my laughs. i am gona miss u. Close

Edna / Nancy Moreno (Friend)
Edna, since the first day we met, you always made me feel comfortable. You're the most caring good-hearted person I know. Whenever we needed you to watch Ryan, Rj or Monica you always said yes, even if you were watching ten kids.
Thank you for for all your help.
You will be missed.
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Edna / Lori Lynch (Friend)
DEAR EDNA, WHEN I MET YOUR SISTER CATHY WE HAD AN INSTANT FRIENDSHIP. I MET A VERY CARING NICE PERSON. THEN I GOT TO MEET HER FAMILY. AND WHAT A GREAT FAMILY SHE HAS. EDNA YOU WERE SUCH A LOVELY,CARING,GIVING PERSON, THAT WOULD ALWAYS LOOK TO HELP OTHERS.THERE SHOULD BE MORE PEOPLE IN THE WORLD LIKE YOU. YOU WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED. Close

Edna / Rich Maffucci (Friend)
Edna, it has been over 20 years since we have had any contact when I left Long Island to join the Air Force. When I reminisce about my teenage years I always think of you and the entire Sippel family. All of you were very kind and friendly; always made me feel comfortable when I was around all of you. I remember your lil' half smile that Cathy mentioned and I remember your laugh. I also remember going with you and Elizabeth to go buy that little white Chevette? you had in the early 80's. God bless you and your family. Close

Edna / Liz Michielini (Sister)
Edna,
My Sister, my best friend, You and I were ALWAYS together, There was never a day that you weren't here, I stare at my chair, you were where I knew you'd be, My cheese how you always said Ooh Chesse, and eat my cheese, who's going to do that now? I can't even tell you how much this hurts, We both annoyed one another but the love that was there doesn't even compare, words can't even express what I feel, it hurts so much, Our morning coffee together, from the morning to the night it was always us, It wasn't normal if you weren't here with me, We did everything for each other,This should never of happened. My promise to you, Gregg will have the best life ever, I will NOT let you down, He'll have everything he is now mine Your memory will be with him forever alway's you will NEVER be forgotten, I'll carry you with me in my heart I'll NEVER forget Edna, I miss you so much it hurts, I lost not only my sister but my best friend, We had such a closeness, You are a beautiful woman, You didn't deserve this , it's not fair, I love you with all my heart, Albert is happy now, he has his sis with him, Give him a big kiss for me, And hold Gina close to you, You'll always be with me, I love you Enda. Close

Aunt Edna  / Sharon Torres (Niece)
Thank you for bringing laughter, kindness, and unconditional Love to this world. No matter how bad things got you always saw the good side of things. I will miss you always and I am so glad that you are in a good place and Daddy needs a little company!!! Tell him I said hi and Take care of my Ryan for me there!!! I love you Close

Edna / Dave Natale (Friend)
Edna since the first day I met you, you made me feel like I was part of the family. I only knew you for about three years but you made an impression on me that will last a lifetime. I never met a person that was so giving and genuine, you made me want to be a better person. You would never hesitate when someone needed your help, even if you didnt have the time to help them out, that just makes you a special person. Everytime that we crossed paths you would always bring a great big smile to my face, because I knew we would have a great chat about everything. You will always be close to my heart, thank you for being you, I will never forget you. You were always an angel, now you have wings to fly, I LOVE YOU EDNA, and please dont put a hex on the yankees now Close

To the Family  / Reggie Grimaldi (Friend)
Words can't even say how shocked I am to read this. I would often think of the Sippel family. I had lots of good times hanging out with Jay and yes Edna to. It saddens me to hear that she is no lomger here. When I read of people passing from the group that I grew up with it breaks my heart. I look back often at pictures from the days of hanging out and think what a great time that was back then. Carefree not a worry in the world. Not to mention that Mrs. Sippel taught me how to make the best onion dip. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

I am so sorry to the family for their loss.

Love,
Reggie Grimaldi Close

Edna / George Bergmann (Friend)
Edna,
The times I've spent wih you, The time we talked recently in orivate at Liz', The craziness we've experienced in the short time I've known you, I WILL cherish forever! I can't believe you're not here. VERY hard to accept...for EVERYONE! You're one of the nicest people I've ever met & someone that genuinely cared about me! I was looking forward to hangin with you again, BUT I will SEE you again someday. Miss you & LOvE ya!, George Close

Aunt Edna  / Ryan Giffone (Nephew)
Aunt Edna, I can't believe your gone. Your the last person I think would die. You were so healthy. I remember all those times you spent with me. The weird noise you would always make that would make us laugh. I love you always and forever. Your not alone, Gina, Uncle Al and Frisco are with you. I would do anything to bring you back. Gregg is gonna be alright, were going to take care of him. I can't wait to see you in heaven and give you a big kiss. I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART CAN DESIRE! Close

Mom / Gregg Mcguire (Son)
Mom i still cant believe your gone why did you have to go this feels like a nightmare. we had so many good times and so many words we made up like (shizzle in the nizzle)
and (teeeee heeeeee) and (WHY)
I LOVE YOU SO MUCH
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Aunt Edna  / Merrissa Michielini (Niece)
Aunt Edna. i Still can't believe that your gone i feel like im living a dream and waiting for someone to wake me up, you were my bestfriend besides my mother, if i needed someone to talk too you were there, i miss you more than anything in this world, we were always together from you driving me to school in the morning and summer school oh man tha was great, blowing stop signs just to get me there on time"see ris dont worry i told you that you wouldnt be late" and picking me up taking me to get my nails done and my eyebrows done, there was always a good place too go too and i never got to try the new one with you:(i really wish you were here i can't accept the fact that you are gone and i dont think i ever will, you were the absloute best and no one compares too you, im going to miss all your stupid comments and your laugh " teeheehee"you were so amazing, the last time that we spent together is a memory in my heart that i wont forget all i ask is WHY? it wasnt your turn you werent supposed to go you were gorgeous and healthy and No Aunt Edna you WERENT FAT you were perfect and you looked amazing, it shouldnt of been you , i love you so much Aunt edna you'll always be in my heart and ill never forget the amazing times that we had together <33 always and forever
Merrissa Close

Edna / Thomas C. Sippel (Brother)
words cant say how i feel i will miss you every day of my life i know your in a better place you are now with "albert" your not alone!! now i have two angels looking down on me "I LOVE YOU EDNA" Close

Aunt Edna  / RJ Giffone (Nephew)

I miss yu soo much... i still dont believe that yur gone... i luv yu so much i remember wen yu would watch me n ryan and wen eva we fought yu would make this weird sound which me n ryan laugh...i can't Believe your gone i love you more than anything i miss you soo much i would do anything in this world to bring you back i luv yu so much.

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Edna / Cathy Giffone (Sister)
My Sister, My Friend. Words cannot describe how much I miss you. Something is wrong here. You should not be gone. This feels like a bad dream. What are we all going to do without you. I hope in heaven you realize how much you were loved by everyone. I don't know how or when I will ever accept that you are gone. I still hear your voice, with allyour nutty comments and your lil half smile when you look to see if I was getting what you were saying. I pray you know that "Your Greggy" will be fine. The light of your life.. he made your life complete and I still remember how you always stared at him with such pride, he was your complete happiness. He will be where you always wanted him to be, and you will always be his shining star. I am going to miss you so much it hurts. No gathering will be the same without you. I will always be looking for you to tell me what's going on, you never missed a thing, always scoping. The kids are lost, there was no greated Aunt. It's actually hard to find a picture that you are not surrounded by kids, you were like a magnet to them. You were the only one who could ever get the babies to stop crying and go to sleep. When all else failed, give the baby to Edna! I hope this gets easier. I called you Airhead, and I am going to miss your name "AIR" coming up on my cell phone when you called me to tell me something. I can hear your voice now.. Cath, guess what, and I'd be like what Edna.. and then something so ridiculous would come out of your mouth, I'd roll my eyes and smile. Sometimes, all I need is the "AIR" that I breath..cuz I LOVE YOU! Say "Happy Birthday" to Al and give Gina a big kiss for me. Close

Everybody's Aunt Edna.......  / Lisa DeBois (Close Friend of the Family )
I still can't believe this has happened. When I got the phone call from Linda-Anne I was so shocked. We had just spoken at the christening and Edna was saying how she was going to look for a part time job(like she needed another) but she wanted to give Gregg the best. She always talked about him with such pride. You could see he was her life. I know he will be just as loved as ever with Liz & Bob. I have known this family for 27 years & no matter what, they are there to hold eachother up .That is the nicest thing to know that you are all always there no matter what happens. I am sure this makes Edna smile. You have all been like a second family to me all these years and if you need anything at all you know where to call.
Love you guys.....
God bless and may she rest in peace.
Edna, you will be missed by so many, watch over your family especially Gregg at this difficult time.
Love Tommy & Lisa Close

Edna, my friend....  / Jeanette Kerzner-Green (Friend)
I knew Edna when we were just kids, when the family moved to Uniondale.  I used to go to her home and hang out with the Sippels. Those were the days. Edna was one of the most giving people I have ever met in my entire life and she left this earth still giving. I'm glad that life didn't take away her ability to do that. It's the one thing Edna lived to do. She did it so well, my friend.
Now, she is resting from all of your giving until the time comes that we can all be with her again. My love and support, prayers and comfort goes out to all the Sippels.

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