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Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) #1343751
05/30/13 09:17 AM
05/30/13 09:17 AM
Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 6,254
Kansas
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Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) lost her long battle with melanoma last night; she left this word peacefully and was surrounded by her family.

The family requests that there are no posts made on Facebook or any other internet area (besides GC) at this time, as many family friends and relatives have not yet been notified.

There will be a small funeral service in the next few days, When I last spoke to her husband Jim, everyone was welcome to attend. I will update when I know more details.

In preparing for this event, Karin requested that no flowers be sent to the family or funeral home, and if donations were to be made in her name, she requested they be made to St Jude .

Karin has been an outstanding member of this community for over a decade, she was a moderator here for many years, she was a mentor to so many new sugar glider owners and a friend to hundreds of our members, she was ‘The Pouch Queen’, her designs opened our eyes to what was possible and she inspired creativity in others, she was an author, a lover of all creatures (esp. her sugar gliders), and away from this community, she was a fantastic mother and wife and my best friend.

She will be greatly missed by us all.


If you would like to send a card to the family the address is….

Jim Leonhardt
1623 Brower Place
Sycamore, IL 60178

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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343753
05/30/13 09:25 AM
05/30/13 09:25 AM
Joined: Mar 2000
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LittleRock, AR USA
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You will be missed beyond words, KarIn.

We laughed till we cried many times.

What a fight you fought, my friend. Rest well.


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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343754
05/30/13 09:27 AM
05/30/13 09:27 AM
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St. Johns, Florida
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My deepest deepest prayers, sympathies and condolences go out to Karins family and friends that have been there beside her every step of the way during this fight Karin has battled.

Karin was the very first to welcome me into the glider world and over the years she has indeed made an impact on my life. I was very blessed to be able to call her my friend.

A charm that is definitely going to be missed greatly.

Rest in peace my friend. I love you.


Peggy
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If you want to know what a person is like, watch how he treats others.

You'll never know what the outcome is if you don't step up and try.

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343755
05/30/13 09:32 AM
05/30/13 09:32 AM
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New Jersey
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My heart and prayers go out to Karin's family and friends. Karin has been such a great friend over the years with such positive outlooks which is quite rare in this community. You will be missed terribly Karin. Sleep well, whole, healthy and at peace. Keep our babies company until we can all meet again! angel I love you Karin!


Mommy to
MANY gliders
2 dogs
2 cats
3 turtles
and 4 skin kids.
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343756
05/30/13 09:35 AM
05/30/13 09:35 AM
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Florida
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I will miss you, Special K. If I fall off the roof, I know you'll catch me. wink
I'll think of you when I watch the birds in the sky.

Your unseen bestie.


Davie

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Think of all the beauty still left around you and be happy - Anne Frank
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343758
05/30/13 09:39 AM
05/30/13 09:39 AM
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Long Island, NY
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My thoughts and prayers for Karin's family and friends. She will be deeply missed not only in the glider community but by all.

Karin could always brighten a room no matter how dark it was, and her laugh would always make me smile no matter how bad my day was. I am grateful Karin and I got to talk a few weeks ago, we shared lots of laughs and it showed how strong she really was.

Rest in peace Karin!


Eddie

In the Tropics somewhere between the port of indecision and southeast of disorder!

"Great people talk about ideas. Average people talk about things. Small people talk about other people."

One day your life will flash before your eyes. Make sure its worth watching!
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343759
05/30/13 09:39 AM
05/30/13 09:39 AM
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Minnesota
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I have no words for this loss. frown My thoughts, and heart are with her many many friends and family. <3 Karin

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343760
05/30/13 09:46 AM
05/30/13 09:46 AM
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Sedona, AZ
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I am heartbroken! Karin was one of the 1st people that sent the Boo-Boo Boys presents. I was so surprised at her request to send them something and her pouches she sent were awesome!!!
I am so glad I got to meet her!
I made this picture for her yesterday after watching her video on Facebook, not knowing we would lose her last night upset
Rest in peace now my friend angel
Prayers to all of Karin's family and friends and (((HUG'S))) to everyone...

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Pat
You have not lived until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.....Unknown

Rest in Peace our little sweet friends that have crossed over the "Rainbow Bridge".
I miss you gangel Boo-Boo, Lucy, BJ, and Fivel gangel
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343761
05/30/13 09:55 AM
05/30/13 09:55 AM
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Florida
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I miss Karin very much. She was always vibrant and dynamic and was the sweetest and feistiest person ever all at once. I will NEVER forget her - that much is certain :-)

I cry today for my own loss and the loss of all of us who will miss her dearly - but for Karin I don't shed a single tear - I am unbelievably happy for her that she has moved on and crossed the bridge... that she is no longer suffering in this world, but is instead celebrating her arrival in the next.

See you later, my friend - I miss you and will see you when I catch up XOXOXOXOXO


Julie
Hubby: George
Kids: Ayla & Michael
Grandsons: Trysten, Dayton, KJ & Nathyn
The Zoo: Midnight, Severe & Nala - Claude, Pixie, Tippy & Chili - Scout & Soluna, Theo & Deegie

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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343762
05/30/13 10:00 AM
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Sending lots of hugs and prayers to all of Karin's family and friends. She was a wonderful person, so friendly to everyone and always making people laugh. We'll miss you Karin.

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: Anonymous] #1343763
05/30/13 10:05 AM
05/30/13 10:05 AM
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St. Charles, Missouri
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Sorry, this is Suggiegramma. I'm having trouble logging in and didn't realize I wasn't logged in.

We love you Karin.


Virginia

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Sachi,Miuccia,Mignon,Cosette,Blaise,Florianna,Fabio,
Abbi,Fletcher,Eshton,Hansel,Gretel,Sahara,Parker,SugarBear,
Emily,Ariana,Symphony,Mozart,Smeegle,Cocoa,Hershey,Tippy,
Hollister,Anastasia,Buffy,Tawny,Stormy,Aurora,Chance,Karma,
Kristoff,Ruby.


Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343764
05/30/13 10:12 AM
05/30/13 10:12 AM
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North Central Ohio
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Karin made such an impact even for those of us that did not know her personally. She was loved by many and will truly be missed.

Rest in peace Karin.


Shelly

Don't sacrifice quality information for convenient information.


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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: Suggiegramma] #1343765
05/30/13 10:14 AM
05/30/13 10:14 AM
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Quincy, IL
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cry :rbridge: cry One of the brightest stars has passed beyond our community. Karin, you will be missed more than words can say. May flights of gliders guide your path as you step beyond the rainbow bridge.


Chris
Illusion, Malcom, Isabell, Annabelle, Zach, Isis, Aly & Indy
AND Miss Emmy & Miss Chloe kitties

:rbridge: My Angels: You are always in my heart.

You've flown to the rainbow
and wait there for me
Someday I will join you
together to be


Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343771
05/30/13 10:28 AM
05/30/13 10:28 AM
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Quincy, IL 62305
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My heart is broken. Karin was a wonderful person and one of the greatest friends ever.

I really don't know what to say right now. I'm happy she's no longer suffering, sad that she's gone, and bitter at the cancer. cry

Love you and miss you Karin heart

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343775
05/30/13 10:48 AM
05/30/13 10:48 AM
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Washington D.C. Metro Area
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What a great loss Karin's family, friends and the glider community have suffered.

You may not have ultimately kicked its [censored], Karin, but you sure didn't go without giving it some serious cuts and bruises.

Rest easy - you will be greatly missed by many.

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: glidrz5] #1343776
05/30/13 10:51 AM
05/30/13 10:51 AM
Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 6,254
Kansas
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Pat, I must tell you that you made the perfect picture for her, I smiled immediately when I saw it. Karin loved the water, grew up near water, and always said she felt peaceful when she could see the water, I am sure she loved it.

I have so much to say, yet don't want to share right now. But for those of you that knew her personally, I will share a little with you, to ease your mind.

Karin made peace with the thought of her death a few months ago. She battled so hard to beat this cancer (many years) that it was difficult to finally come to that place, but once she did she embraced the thought of leaving this word wholeheartedly. She said she was excited to leave this world and go to heaven, she was ready. There were several things she wanted first... to go on vacation with her children and husband (she did), to know that her husband and children were also accepting and ready (they are) and that I was ready (I am).

She spent the last few months with a family member always within reach, she was able to say goodbye to several friends, and she grew closer to her sister (something she had always wanted). Toni and I were with her a little less than a month ago, she told me it would be the last time I saw her alive (but she plans on haunting me and others after she leaves this world) and that all she was waiting for was for her daughter Alicia/aka Lili, to get engaged (she did on Mother's day).

Please don't grieve for Karin, she is once again healthy and happy, surrounded by all the things she loves, she is no longer in pain or trapped in a body that failed her, she is looking down on her family with love... and knows she did a good job. One thing about Karin, she was a fighter, she was strong and bullheaded, once she made up her mind about something... she made it happen. 2 1/2 years ago she was diagnosed with melanoma for the second time and told she had 6-12 months to live (she said that wasn't enough time), she chose to fight it. During this time she was able to see her second grandchild born, and get to know him, she was able to spend a lot of quality time with her family and they all grew closer, she made some great new memories for herself and all of us during that time, she still had things to do she didn't give up the fight.

But then once she made up her mind that her work here on Earth was done, she began her fight to leave, she called it "going home". Passing away with her family at her side, and at peace with her life, is the way she wanted to leave this world. Last night we all lost a friend, but her wish was granted, she was ready, and I will not grieve today, I will celebrate her.

A good friend told me... she saw her video and prayed for her release. Thank you. I did too.

Fly free like the owls and the butterfly's you loved so much, glide to your babies. I love you Karin.


Alicia aka Queenduck, Bentley's Nana

We need role models who are going to break the mold ~ Carly Simon
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343777
05/30/13 10:55 AM
05/30/13 10:55 AM
Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 6,254
Kansas
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Kansas
Our last vacation together. What happens in Vegas... stays in Vegas.

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Alicia aka Queenduck, Bentley's Nana

We need role models who are going to break the mold ~ Carly Simon
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343780
05/30/13 11:21 AM
05/30/13 11:21 AM
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MA
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My heart, thought and prayers go out to Karin's family and loved ones. All the babies at the bridge have another very special angel watching over them now. Fly high on your wings of gold, Karin. And bless you for all the help you gave to so many over the years.


Timmy, Gidget(RIP), Bandit, Petey(RIP), Phoebe, Jake (RIP) Piper(RIP), Pru(RIP), Paige, Cole, Molly(RIP), Oliver, Wyatt, Roo(RIP), Romeo, Pennie, Mandy(RIP), Madison, Garth, Kikipoo, Stasia, Bella, Petunia(RIP), Helen, Sydney, Kizzy and Sweet Pea's mom,
Mary
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343782
05/30/13 11:31 AM
05/30/13 11:31 AM
Joined: May 2007
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Springfield, IL
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I'm so sad to see Karin go, but so glad she's no longer suffering! She was loved by so many and I will be missed by so many as well. My thoughts and prayer go to her family as they go through this difficult time. Until we meet again Karin <3


April
Wife to David heart
Loving mom to 9 glider fuzzbutts
My little angel angel angel : Skittles, Herky, and little Mr. Pickles


Glider Toys Unlimited
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343783
05/30/13 11:34 AM
05/30/13 11:34 AM
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Posts: 5,830
USA
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I pray her family has peace knowing Karin is in heaven watching down on them and is now flying as an angel among all of our gliders.


Keeper of Handprints on my Heart, You left your Footprints on my soul.
My precious loves that left to quickly, Peanut, Katie
Isabella, Kiwi, Bonnie and Monroe.

Spread your wings and glide free of pain,
Until the day I see you again.

God speed my precious angels. I love you. Mama.
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343784
05/30/13 11:42 AM
05/30/13 11:42 AM
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Northeast Ohio, USA
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My thought and prayers are with Karin's family and friends.

She put up one heck of a fight and is very deserving of this peace she has found where there is no more pain and suffering (although she will be deeply missed by family, friends and many members of the glider community).


wave Dallie
SpinZone Global

My Gliders: Boo & Bella

"Challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life meaningful."





Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343788
05/30/13 11:59 AM
05/30/13 11:59 AM
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 385
Wallis, Texas
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...so sorry to hear about your loss. I know the pain you have and it will be there in the years to come.

Karin was a wonderful person and did so much for so many...
the memories of her good deeds will also be there in the years to come...

me and c


mary h
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343789
05/30/13 12:06 PM
05/30/13 12:06 PM
Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 2,242
Willard, Mo. USA
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I miss her but I'm glad her pain is over.


Kathy
God Bless America
RIP Sneakers\Abby\Pepe\Missy/Shelby/Buddy
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343790
05/30/13 12:08 PM
05/30/13 12:08 PM
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Georgia
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Georgia
My heartfelt prayers go out to Karin's friends and family. I'm sitting here crying over the loss of a women I've never met but heard so many good things about.

Last night was the anniversary of Pops death, so I hope he was there to see her come home.

I did not know her, but at last years SGGA my husband and I bought a bunch of the bracelets being sold for her and I've worn them almost everyday since.

We lost my husbands Dad to melonoma right before the SGGA so it was especially poignant to see so many people rally around her. I enjoyed being a part of the picture they took, and was hoping she could beat it.


Mama to
The Trio: Riddick, Rafiki and Baby
The Family Colony: Khaleesi, Drogo, Toby and Jamie
The Boys: Joby, Tyrion and Momo


:grey: :grey: :rtmo: :leu:
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343791
05/30/13 12:13 PM
05/30/13 12:13 PM
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Central Connecticut
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Karin glide free you are a beautiful Angel.
Many thoughts and prayers for Karin's family and friends.
Alicia thank you for introducing me to the kindest person I have ever known.
I will never forget you Karin nor will Mr. Magoo for making the best glider pouches ever the Angel Pouch.


Have a Good Day
Brenda &
Mr. Magoo

Friendly Reminder please have an e-collar ready before you need it......
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343794
05/30/13 12:41 PM
05/30/13 12:41 PM
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roseville, mi
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karin fought hard and we hoped and prayed right along with her. she is now a guardian angel over her family.

rest in peace karin and enjoy all the sugar gliders that
were waiting for a wonderful mama.

regards,
nancy in roseville


regards,
nancy in roseville (formerly in detroit)
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343795
05/30/13 12:50 PM
05/30/13 12:50 PM
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Michigan
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Karin was one of the first vendors I bought glider stuff from and I am so glad I still have those sets in use today! She did awesome work and was an awesome person. She will be missed greatly by all she touched in the community but I am happy she was at peace & will no longer be in pain!
"I'm Free"

Don't grieve for me for now I'm free.
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took his hand when I heard him call.
I turned my back and left it all.

I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work, or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way,
I've found that peace at the close of day.

If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah yes, these things I too will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow:
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full I've savored much,
Good times, good friends, a loved one's touch.

Perhaps my time seemed all to brief,
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now, he set me free.

Author: Unknown


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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343796
05/30/13 12:52 PM
05/30/13 12:52 PM
Joined: Sep 2004
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80 acres of paradise in KS
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Savannah reminded me about Karin and the bear in the shed at Linda's get together. That was funny!
Joe reminded me about a few things about Karin I probably shouldn't put in writing wink (nothing really bad at all, just funny)
I have some of my own memories as well.

Karin, God's speed on your journey to the ultimate destination.

I am sorry for all our loss but have to celebrate Karin's release.


620-704-9109
Judge not until you have walked in their shoes and lived their lives. What you see online is only part of the story.

I could have missed the pain
But I'd of had to miss the dance


The soul would have no rainbow if the eyes had no tears.
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: BCChins] #1343797
05/30/13 12:52 PM
05/30/13 12:52 PM
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Kansas
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Kansas
My deepest condolences to Karin's family and friends. hug2

Karin, you will forever be remembered by so many of us in the Glider Community. May the light of love, joy, and peace forever shine. Thank you for all that you have given us. heart

"Never forget that Hay Bails are round too........." :-)

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: LSardou] #1343799
05/30/13 01:05 PM
05/30/13 01:05 PM
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Posts: 43,318
LittleRock, AR USA
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Originally Posted By: LSardou


"Never forget that Hay Bails are round too........." :-)


OMGoodness, I had forgotten about that. What a good laugh we had and what a good sport she was about it.


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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343800
05/30/13 01:07 PM
05/30/13 01:07 PM
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NH
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My heartfelt love and condolences to all those that knew and loved Karin ..

My prayers and thoughts go out for her family, friends and anyone touched by her wonderful spirit ..


If life hands you sugar, then fill the world with sweet lollipops.
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343802
05/30/13 02:06 PM
05/30/13 02:06 PM
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In paradise
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My deepest condolences to Karin's family and friends.

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: louissa] #1343804
05/30/13 02:23 PM
05/30/13 02:23 PM
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 9,173
Edwardsville, Kansas 66113
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My condolences go out to Jim and the family during this difficult time.

Karin has left a piece of herself with all whom she has touched with her smile and words of wisdom, but most of all her grand stories she told with such guesto to us at the yearly SGGA's. She would have us rolling with laughter.

Rest Well Kerin. Don't be hard on God for waiting so long to come and take you by his hand. God just knew you had more to say to us here.

Till we meet again friend.... God Bless You.

Judie Hausmann

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343805
05/30/13 02:28 PM
05/30/13 02:28 PM
Joined: Jul 2001
Posts: 1,717
St. Louis and Key West
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In my faith tradition, when a loved one dies we say that 'they still live on on earth in the acts of goodness they performed'.
Karin will 'live on' forever!!
Glide free Karin. Glide free..............

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: Srlb] #1343806
05/30/13 02:40 PM
05/30/13 02:40 PM
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Cleveland, Ohio
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Karin was an amazing person who always looked for the silver lining. She was honest and true to her friends. She was one of my first mentors in the glider community and she taught me a lot (along with Peggy) when I first became a mod here on GC.

Love, sympathies and prayers go out to all of her friends and family - especially Jim & Alicia (((hugs)))

Glide free, Karin! :grey: I am picturing your joy while playing with all the gliders on your side of the Bridge heart heart heart


Suz Enyedy
:bb: Carina & Coobah
Allira & Gizmo :grey:
:grey: Picasso, Trinity Joy & Luna
:rbridge: DaisyMae; Darwin; Mareki; Mambo; Pika; Cricky; Reggie & Bobo, Pepe & Bittah


Suz' Sugar Gliders
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: sugarglidersuz] #1343807
05/30/13 02:45 PM
05/30/13 02:45 PM
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 2,148
TX
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Prayers for her family in this time of need. I am so glad she had time to find closure with her family and friends by her side. I know how important that is. Anyone who has had a loved one with cancer it is such a relief when they are finally free. I met her once in Tx and I was always fond of her and her talent. May she fly with the angels.


Tracy

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343809
05/30/13 03:25 PM
05/30/13 03:25 PM
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 4,236
Illinois, USA
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Karin, you will be greatly missed. I never had the chance to meet you, but always enjoyed the times we had "talked" online. You had a big heart and were always so helpful!

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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343811
05/30/13 03:31 PM
05/30/13 03:31 PM
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 614
Central Illinois
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Central Illinois
I unfortunately didn't have the opportunity to meet Karin. However, after reading all the other posts, it sounds like she definitely was SOME KIND OF A WOMAN!!! And it is obvious that she had many friends here in the glider community. I choose to believe that she was met by others that went home before her, both human and animal. And she will be there to meet us. Prayers of peace to her family and all her friends.


Tracy
Married to my best friend for 24 years
We have 5 skin kids, 2 with spouses, 4 PERFECT GrandSkins
Owned by 2 cats
Playmate to 5 dogs
Slave to 16 suggies + joeys now and then
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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343812
05/30/13 03:50 PM
05/30/13 03:50 PM
Joined: Feb 2001
Posts: 7,354
Lexington, KY
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Alicia, thank you so much for your post.

I *think* my first SGGA was her first SGGA, too. We bonded over glider talk and the most amazing pouches I'd ever seen - that got more and more creative and fun and beautiful by the year. Over the years, and while she was a moderator, we got to solve problems together and foil the enemies, whoever they were at the time. But Karin had an ability to avoid controversy and stay neutral that few people in this community have. I always admired her so much for that.

I admired, too, her ability to make people feel comfortable, no matter how short a time they had known her. I think most of us think of her as one of our close friends, even if we only spent a few weekends with her spanning lots of years. We got to know about her gliders, her business, her family. We got to laugh with her and watch her liven up any room she was in. She was a safe person to be around and be with.

My heart breaks for Jim and her family. My heart breaks for the glider community. My heart breaks for me. I haven't talked to her (except through private messages and FB) since the cancer returned, but she will forever be imprinted on my heart as one of my close friends.

I will miss her in so many ways. For those of you who knew her more closely, I'm hurting for you, too. We've all lost someone very special.

Praying for us all, and so glad that she was ready (Thank you, Alicia), and so glad that she's free of the pain now. And I'm glad she got to see the owls.

A few days before my mother died, she looked around the room and said, "It's odd. I used to think all these things were so important. Now they don't seem to matter at all." Death has a way of clarifying what's important and what isn't. I'm sure that in those final days, what was important was very real to Karin, and I'm grateful for that.

Thanks, Alicia, Eddie & KarenE, & Peggy, for YOUR support and for helping honor a truly special friend.



Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343814
05/30/13 03:59 PM
05/30/13 03:59 PM
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 16,087
Manitowoc, WI
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My thoughts and prayers are with all that loved Karin. She will be greatly missed!

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343817
05/30/13 04:16 PM
05/30/13 04:16 PM
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in my happy place
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There are so many wonderful memories that I have that Karin is a part of. Karin brought me out of my shell and made me feel a part of this community. Her smile was always there to greet me (and everyone). She knew no stranger and made sure that no one felt left out. I am so blessed to have been able to know her.

My thoughts are with everyone whose lives she has touched and I know there are many more than even she realized. hug2 Love you, Karin...I miss you, lady.


~Gretchen

If we never loved, then maybe we would never feel pain. Love anyway. It's worth it.
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343818
05/30/13 04:18 PM
05/30/13 04:18 PM
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 5,389
Maryland
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Maryland
I did not have the pleasure of knowing her, but still express my deepest sympathy to all her loved ones for their great loss.


Lives with:
1 God
1 dog, (Willow)
1 Sugie, (Ollie)
R.I.P. Lulu (2/28/12-10/13/17)
R.I.P. Skadoosh (2/28/12-3/26/18)
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343821
05/30/13 04:45 PM
05/30/13 04:45 PM
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 87
Gardendale, Alabama
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Gardendale, Alabama
Thoughts and many prayers to Karin's family.


Proud Mom of:
2 grown human babies
2 canine babies
1 shell covered baby (turtle)
1 turbo rat baby (ferret)
7 spoiled glider babies
I think I have a house full!!!
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343823
05/30/13 05:13 PM
05/30/13 05:13 PM
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 3,832
Big Sandy TN
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She could always light up a room! Her laugh and smile were infectious. I will truly miss her and will always remember Karin with a smile on my face and nothing but great thoughts and memories of a strong and wonderful woman and her being one of a kind, a true inspiration. Love you Karin!


sherri

Forever home to a wide variety of animals, domestic, farm and exotic.
My passion is my little suggie sweethearts! 731-441-9814


http://www.newbysglidernook.com/index.html
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343829
05/30/13 06:54 PM
05/30/13 06:54 PM
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 3,570
Kansas City, MO
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I was so very sad to hear this today, I saw profile pics change on FB and I knew she was gone. The beautiful video I saw yesterday was both wonderful and sad at the same time. I'm glad she was surrounded by her very loving family and that her pain is gone. She was such a lovely person everyone who knew her wanted to KNOW her I am very glad to have met her.


~Lauren

Lauren's Animal Kingdom
*Website is down temporarily should be back up by November!*
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343830
05/30/13 07:01 PM
05/30/13 07:01 PM
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 928
Concord, NH
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Concord, NH
While I did not know her, I cried reading all of these heartfelt messages. Prayers and condolences to all of her family and friends, while it is better that she is free from pain, the loss is still great and will be felt for quite sometime. I am just so sad that this has happened.


Cathy

Wife to a very special man &

Proud Mommy of:
1 aussie/bordercollie/husky/plotthound Wimpy
1 Sun Conure Cisco
3 Amazing fuzzbutts Akiah (my little princess) & her brother Acoose,Princess 'Tudie, and Tochee
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343835
05/30/13 08:11 PM
05/30/13 08:11 PM
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 8,366
Quincy, IL 62305
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I wish we had access to all those pics of her that we used to have in the albums frown

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343837
05/30/13 08:26 PM
05/30/13 08:26 PM
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 13,979
Wisconsin
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Wisconsin
My heart dropped when I saw the title to this post, I thought about her all day today when I was on my route.

I know I shouldn't be crying for her but happy that she is finally at peace. Karin gave me the gift of my little fat man, Tucker, two years ago when she was diagnosed with cancer again.

I still remember the title of the PM she sent me, "Is there any room at the inn?"

I picked him up in March 2011 and saw Karin again at the SGGA in Quincy, ILL that year. She was so tickled to see how the little fat man was coming along.

Thank you for sending Tucker to live with me, I will never forget your generosity.

Even though we are all grieving your loss, I am very happy for you today Karin, take care of all the babies over the Rainbow Bridge.

My deepest sympathy to your husband, Jim, your children and grand children.


Kimberley
Feathers-Sweetie, Mister Peanut & Big Mack
Fur-Guinan, Mr. Spock, T'Mir, Cho, Toothless, Maverick & Maharet :bb: T'Pol, Elizabeth & Curzon :wfb: TY, TJ, Light Fury, Madison & T'Pring :rtmo:
Forever in my heart, Gizmo, Tucker, Khayman and the rest of my babies over the :rbridge:

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: Feather] #1343841
05/30/13 08:49 PM
05/30/13 08:49 PM
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 3,346
Mobile,Alabama
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Mobile,Alabama
An Absolute Angel who will be truely missed by many.Sweet Sweet Karin, one of my favorite people in the glider community.I am still just in disbelief.My heart goes out to her family.
((((Hugs)))
Karin you will be forever in my heart.


wave Jannie

I heart my Sweet Spellbinding Sugar :glider:s

Glider Kisses
Pouches and Cage Sets



Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343842
05/30/13 08:52 PM
05/30/13 08:52 PM
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 6,576
Kilgore, Texas
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Kilgore, Texas
I lit a candle in memory of her sweet soul........Be free dear friend, free of pain, free to fly. ((((((Group hugs))))))


USDA Licensed Breeder
903-808-1142

http://www.freewebs.com/angelfish_37/index.htm
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343844
05/30/13 09:11 PM
05/30/13 09:11 PM
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 712
Red Oak Texas
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Red Oak Texas
She is truly free.


Cathy Hart

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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343879
05/30/13 10:31 PM
05/30/13 10:31 PM
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 53
Port Clinton Ohio
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Port Clinton Ohio
I will keep her Family and Friends in my prayers. She is in a far better place than this! I sat here reading everyone's posts and cried, I did not know her but was touched by the imprint that she left on everyone here. She sounds like she was an incredible woman that will be deeply missed by all.

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343882
05/30/13 10:47 PM
05/30/13 10:47 PM
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 504
nc, usa
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Karin was my first vendor as well. That sounds so impersonal, but she was the kind of person who really reached out to you as a new glider owner. She put in extra details to make my first cage pouches so special and made them extra fast so that they would beat my babies here. My little stinkers chewed them up but they were so pretty that I kept one anyway as a keepsake.

Business is usually a very cut and dry transaction but I really think Karin sold pouches for the smiles it brought others not money. That was certainly the impression I came away with after getting my pouches from her.

I'm sure that those who truly knew her know a depth to this that I can only imagine; but even in my brief interaction with her I can see that the world has sustained the loss of a very rare kind of bright, giving, unselfish being.

We miss you, Karin. Even those that you probably didn't realize you touched.

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343884
05/30/13 11:28 PM
05/30/13 11:28 PM

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I have been away from the community for some time, but this truly hurts my heart. Karin was truly an inspiration to me, and she was so friendly and helpful in so many ways. You will be missed SO much Karin.

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343887
05/30/13 11:51 PM
05/30/13 11:51 PM
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Jacksonville, Fl
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Jacksonville, Fl
Last year was my first SGGA. And it was dedicated to Karin with an I. I never had the chance to meet Karin, but Jen loved her, so that was enough for me. Today has been a rough day after getting the news. How inappropriate that we found out the news as we were in the process of getting new rescues. The last few years since I've joined the glider community, through Jen and met such wonderful people, to lose someone so highly thought after by said community, I wasn't sure if I should say something or not. All I know is Commander Riker loved his pillow pouches and they came from Ms. Karin. We only had a couple of them, and they were his and his alone, and once inside one, good luck trying to get him out of it. He would fight tooth and nail to stay burrowed at the bottom of one, nah nah nah leave me alone, my pouch!!!! All the great stories I have heard through the years about Karin, from just Jen alone, multiplied several times over by the multitude of glider owners over the years, speaks volumes of how she was looked upon by the community. She will be missed.

Colin W. Horne III

Last edited by Thuunder; 05/30/13 11:53 PM.
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343890
05/31/13 12:33 AM
05/31/13 12:33 AM
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 2,720
Perry, Iowa
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Perry, Iowa
I don't do FB, but would really want to see her post there. How can I get to it?


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Perry,Iowa50220
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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343891
05/31/13 12:58 AM
05/31/13 12:58 AM
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Posts: 5
Jacksonville, Fl
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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343899
05/31/13 07:58 AM
05/31/13 07:58 AM

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For Karin:

Saying goodbye is the hardest thing to do...
We never thought we would, especially not to you.
You always listened
And knew what to say
You would be there with a hug
When we were having a bad day.
No one will ever take your place
We can always promise you this
It’s hard to find someone like you
So know, you’ll always be missed...

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343907
05/31/13 09:38 AM
05/31/13 09:38 AM
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 1,408
Merriam KS
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Merriam KS
I'm so sad and yet so happy to read this this morning..
Karin was a 1 in a million and her smile lighted up every room she ever walked into. So many memories she made with all of us and as sad as I was to read this I am also relieved that she is no longer bond to a body racked with endless pain and instead she sits on that beautiful rainbow loving and caring for all our loving babies who have glider there as well. Glide Free and know you will be forever loved Karin both here on Earth and Over the rainbow.


Dani Marshall(816)377-4443
Slave to Patrick my Human Son
And in service too
Queen Jem Drop & King Stripes,
New Prince Cristal looking for his Princess/Queen
In Memory too
Addie,Igor,Heangel,Bashful,Doubledip,Sparky,Misty, King Badger, Badger Jr.,Queen Seabee, Princess Willow.
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343919
05/31/13 12:12 PM
05/31/13 12:12 PM
Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 6,254
Kansas
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Kansas
I have received several messages about funeral arrangements. The family is doing that today and will call me as soon as they can. Once I know I will relay that information in a seperate post here on GC so that it doesn't get lost in this thread.

I spoke to Jim last night, he said the family actually had a really good day yesterday and were all together last night. I'm sure today will be harder on him, as well as the next few weeks. I'm sure they family would love to receive cards, they know how much we loved her, but I don't think they understand how many she touched.

As far as Facebook goes, both daugthers have posted on Facebook, everyone they can think of has been notified, post anything you want on Facebook now. LOL. I know you are already but just to ease some people's minds, Facebook is safe now smile

Thank you to everyone that has reached out to me and the family, we all love you and apprechiate the kind words.


Alicia aka Queenduck, Bentley's Nana

We need role models who are going to break the mold ~ Carly Simon
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343920
05/31/13 12:14 PM
05/31/13 12:14 PM
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,527
Lake Havasu City, AZ
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Super nice person. I met her at every SGGA I attended. There will certainly be an empty chair there for her this year and I'm sure it will be covered with flowers. I'm so sorry to her family at this time.


Danielle G.
USDA Breeder

www.Mylittlesugarglider.com

Slave to Sugar Gliders since 1997



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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343927
05/31/13 01:46 PM
05/31/13 01:46 PM
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Posts: 5,968
Northeast Indiana
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Northeast Indiana
My heart aches for Karin's family....such a long and hard fight she fought....and so great a loss for the members of her "extended" family, the glider community.

My fondest memory of Karin was at the 2011 SGGA. Thinking I had it made in the shade, I boasted about the gift I had brought to the "Dirty Santa" exchange that hadn't been selected until it was MY turn to choose--a $25.00 gift card to JoAnn's attached to a small notepad. Then Karin's name got called (what?? I thought everyone had GOTTEN their gifts! tant ).....with this cheesy grin, she walked up to me and said she wanted MY gift! grin I looked at her smiling like the Chesshire Cat, and told her if there's ANYONE that I would willingly surrender my gift to...it was her. :lshower: Only "material girls" like us would understand how precious that gift was...and my heart SANG to hear that she was going to try to start sewing again.

Dear angel, I wish you an infinity of peace and joy and no more pain. hug2 We left behind on Earth will miss you dearly, and you will remain in my heart as long as I'm here. Every time I dig in my box of pouches, I will remember you lovingly...I have a pair of babies who won't sleep in anything BUT a Daydreams pouch. Somehow they will get by..... upset .....as will we all....but you've touched MANY souls, and we say thank you for your love.


Minkasmom (Papillon Kisses)
Slave to:
25 gliders,4 cats,
and ONE husband (can't handle two, lol!)
gangel Remembering all my lost loves cry
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343932
05/31/13 03:17 PM
05/31/13 03:17 PM
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 8,366
Quincy, IL 62305
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Quincy, IL 62305

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343934
05/31/13 03:20 PM
05/31/13 03:20 PM
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Posts: 512
Fort Wayne, IN
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I didn't know Karin, but she sounds like a great person! Praying for her family.


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Mommy to Cinnamon (spoiled rotten Yorkie)
Chipper, sweet teddy bear hamster
and last, but not least...
Aiden Addie Paladin Penelope Pippi
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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343949
05/31/13 04:29 PM
05/31/13 04:29 PM
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Kansas
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Thank you Lynsie. I can't view FB now/at work, but thanks for providing the information. I've been on the ambulance all day. Maybe someone who can get to FB should post the info in it's own thread, and please include Jim's address there too (for sending cards) so this information doesn't get lost in this thread.

I will be there Teusday afternoon.


Alicia aka Queenduck, Bentley's Nana

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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343952
05/31/13 05:11 PM
05/31/13 05:11 PM
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Posts: 43,318
LittleRock, AR USA
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Thank you very much, Lynsie, for posting here.

Alicia, it is being shared on fb as well with Jim's address for cards.


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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343953
05/31/13 05:15 PM
05/31/13 05:15 PM
Joined: May 2013
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kansas, usa
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My prayers for her and her family

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343960
05/31/13 06:48 PM
05/31/13 06:48 PM
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New Jersey
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This is sad news indeed. But joyful too in that she is experiencing the joy of heaven.
Prayers for her family.


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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1343966
05/31/13 08:32 PM
05/31/13 08:32 PM
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Quincy, IL 62305
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I posted the info on the LGG group on fb.

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: Lynsie] #1343982
05/31/13 10:35 PM
05/31/13 10:35 PM
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u.s.a.
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my deepest sympathys to her family. Im sure she has joined many gliders that are gliding free all over heaven including my first babies. she has eternity with them and not just temporary time as we all have hear on earth. this life is only for a moment then comes eternity. till we meet again Karin take care of all those suggies for me.

Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1344016
06/01/13 11:21 AM
06/01/13 11:21 AM
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Greeley, CO
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Greeley, CO
Karin was such an amazing and wonderful woman. We would all have such a good time together at the gatherings and she will be so very missed. mlove

I have so much to say and no good words to say it, but I know it's what all of us who knew her online and in person, however briefly, are feeling. Karin was an angel on earth. She was so sweet and so wise. I thought of her as a bit of a kindred spirit in that no matter what the drama of the day was, no matter who was mad at whom in the glider community, no matter how vicious and evil people were to each other, Karin never seemed to become involved in the crap. She never seemed to let other people's opinions or harsh words about others effect how she felt about or treated people.

I know I haven't been in the online community nearly as much or often as I used to be. My life became fuller and busier and I became pretty burnt out on the drama and the things people fought over and had to choose what was important to me - which is relationships, friendships, loved ones. I miss the people here and I miss the good times, but I don't miss the bad things. I always said I could like or love a person and not like something they say or do or how they behave at times and I always felt that Karin was that way, too. We're all human and we all have our moments of anger and frustration and pettiness, even me wink and I'm sure Karin did, too, but I can't remember a time that she was ever really vicious or mean to anyone. She had such an infectious smile and laugh and was just a joy to be around. We will miss her so much, but I know she is in a much better place where there is only peace and love and joy.

And, of course, my gliders and I will always treasure and cherish every Glider Daydreams item we own! angel


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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1344040
06/01/13 05:18 PM
06/01/13 05:18 PM
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Reidville, SC
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angelPraying for all of her family and friends at this very difficult time.


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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1344078
06/01/13 11:31 PM
06/01/13 11:31 PM
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Vincennes, IN, USA
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Step over the Rainbow Bridge, Karin. So many animals are waiting for you.

You will be greatly missed, always remembered and loved forever, plus one more day.

So glad you're finally at peace and in God's arms.


Connie

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"Glide free :rbridge: Silly "Ozball" Ozzie. You left us 11/21/12..way too soon. You're forever loved, remembered, missed."
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1344081
06/02/13 12:14 AM
06/02/13 12:14 AM
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Orem, UT
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Oh my goodness. Karin has been an inspiration to me and countless in the community, I know. I fully believe she must have been welcomed home by SO many furry little angels. :rbridge:


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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1344166
06/03/13 02:18 AM
06/03/13 02:18 AM
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Posts: 36
Illinois, Peoria
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Illinois, Peoria
I did not know her. But I am sure She was a great person reading all the positive being said.
She is on the other side with all the critters shes helped, loved, from close and near.
You helped so many Karin, fought so hard for yourself and others.

Time to rest Pouch Queen.

Watch over all over us. Fuzzy and none.


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:grey: Nina & Nax :grey: 7-24-12
:grey: Bobby & Miss Joe :grey:
:grey: Skid :grey: 6-04-13


Tank the Chihuahua, Five Ball Pythons, Two Baby Bearded Dragons

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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1344337
06/04/13 11:48 AM
06/04/13 11:48 AM
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North Texas
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North Texas
While I didn't know her I did know of her. I'm so glad to read about her here and know that she lived and died on her own terms. Cancer is such an awful thing!! I'm saying prayers for her family and friends during this difficult time.


~ Lisa ~

My happy trio: Widget,Bink & The Doc

As well as one human kid, a Boston terrier, two Andalusians, 7 cats, a leopard gecko, two red eared sliders, and too many fishies to count!! Plus a hubby who puts up with us all.
Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1344408
06/04/13 06:54 PM
06/04/13 06:54 PM
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Bee-Bopping round SnakePit USA
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Karin has been my friend, my confidant, my left hand, my rock, my support, my savior, my partner of many a prank. She was always there when I thought I was falling and she showed me how truly blessed I was. I was blessed with her presence, not only with me, but through the miles as well. I was given the opportunity to say good-bye to her when she was still with us, and emotionally I couldn't handle going to see her after she passed, she KNEW I loved her, she KNEW how I felt. The memories I hold of Karin, are happy ones, with her smiling and being the spitfire she was. she gave rofl a whole new meaning. She stood in a class of her own, walking her own path, standing her own level of ground.

I have been torn with the sadness of her not being with us physically, but ecstatic that the pain is finally over and she can now be pain free. a toss, of the deep friendship but yet the feeling of betrayal that I wasn't saddened more. My prayers were focused towards her on a daily basis, but yet the anger for the pain she was going through was as well.

My prayers are with Jim and the kids, but I am glad they got to get to be with her on her days when she needed them the most. we take so much for granted with the miles between our friends and ourselves, that sometimes we are never really ready to say good bye.

With Karin, I refuse to say good bye.. but instead say.. till we meet again my fiend. Baybe is waiting for you, probably perched on your shoulder as I type this. I know all I have to do is talk, and you will be listening. Death can stop the heart from beating, but will never stop it from loving. I Love ya girl !!!


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Re: Karin Leonhardt (Glider Daydreams) [Re: queenduck] #1344635
06/07/13 02:43 AM
06/07/13 02:43 AM
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WI USA
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I am so sorry for your loss. Karin welcomed me into the glider comunity when i really knew nothing. I had rescued an amazing little one who was kept in a tiny bird cage and Karin didnt know me from Adam but she borrowed me a perfect cage for him right away until I could find a nice one for him. She was an amazing lady with a big heart.

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