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Monday, July 25, 2005
Although I never had the opportunity to meet Becky Nowalk, her husband, Chuck, and sons, Nick, Stephen, and Alex, are a living testament to the devoted and loving woman she was. She had every right to be very proud of all four of these fine men, whom she did so much to shape. My prayers are with the family as they attempt to fill the void she has left behind. May all of their memories and their faith bring them comfort.
Jacqueline S. Brown
jacqui2@aol.com
Tuesday, July 26, 2005
May our Lord Jesus Christ open the hearts of Rebecca's family to His Love and Strength during this time of loss. Rebecca now walks with her precious Lord and is celebrating her salvation with Him. Only His Holy Spirit can soothe the pain of loss and help the ones left behind to complete their journey down here.
M. Theo Mohr
theomohr804@msn.com
Tuesday, July 26, 2005
May the Lord comfort you as only he can during this time of devastating loss and may Becky continue to guide you as she always has until you can be together again in God's kingdom.
Valerie Patti
vpatti@enter.net
Tuesday, July 26, 2005
To the Nowalk Family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. May the love of God and our sweet Lord Jesus comfort you.
Brenda Parry
cambias2003@yahoo.com
Tuesday, July 26, 2005
I was deeply saddened this morning when I opened the newspaper and read of the passing of my childhood friend Becky. Although we wouldn't see each other for years, when we did it was like old times. Becky was full of life and vitality. She was creative and vibrant in all that she did, especially her desire to always help those in need.
I always respected her mom and dad, both good people. I met Roberta later in life and always remember young George as Becky's little brother. They made for a great family.
To her three boys and their family, your mom was a good person, strive in your lives to honor her by following in the many positive attributes she has given you all as well.
I will always remember Becky, my friend.
With deepest sympathy,
Sal Panto, Jr.
sal@strausser.com
Tuesday, July 26, 2005
I read with sadness and shock of Becky's death. I knew her since she was born, babysat for her as a child and knew her all her life. She grew up only one block from me. She had twinkly eyes. What a multi-talented woman she was. Everyone that knew her knew how much she loved Chuck and her boys. She touched many, many lives and will be sorely missed.
Sincere sympathy to all of her family. I have total faith that she is in heaven with Jesus.
Karen Mazzarese and Family
kmazz10@aol.com
Tuesday, July 26, 2005
What I remember about Aunt Becky growing up is how she was always smiling and laughing. I really can't remember the last time I saw Aunt Becky, or her family for that matter, but the memories I do have of my Aunt are ones of warmth and laughter. Aunt Becky was very kind, very caring, and very giving. My thoughts and prayers go out to Uncle Chuck and my cousins Nick, Stephen, and Alex. Aunt Becky is in a better place and will forever be in our hearts.
Dan Nowalk, Jr.
nowalk7@hotmail.com
Tuesday, July 26, 2005
The Lord brought Becky and her family into my family's life 17 years ago when I became a member of Grace Lutheran Church. We had many wonderful times during Church, Youth Group and Sunday school. She always had a smile on her face and was so pleasant to be with, she will be missed. I thank the Lord for her life and her special friendship. Chuck, Nick, Stephen & Alex you are in our prayers.
God Bless you.
Love Sue Clint, Jessica & Michael Helms
sue@dchelms.com
Tuesday, July 26, 2005
Becky will be missed deeply in my heart. Becky was such a great person, loving, caring, and devoted. She was a mother towards me during my younger years when I attended Lopatcong Elementary School. Both Chuck and Becky were my second parents during soccer. I will never forget either one of them. I love you both so much. My deepest sympathies to Chuck and the boys, May God be with you. You all will be in my prayers and I love you.
Erin K Kulp
ekkulpie_82@yahoo.com
Wednesday, July 27, 2005
I am so sorry to hear of Becky's death.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Robyn Leszczynski
bobcatl@usadatanet.net
Wednesday, July 27, 2005
My name is Jennifer, and I became friends with Becky & Chuck when we attended St. James Lutheran Church together. They were both a great help to the church, and loved the Lord. I haven't seen them in a few years, but I wanted to express my deepest sympathy to Chuck and the boys for their loss. Becky was a wonderful person and great to be around. You were all very good to me, and I'll be praying for you. May God Bless you and keep you during this time.
Jennifer Molchan
jenmolchan@hotmail.com
Wednesday, July 27, 2005
I wish I had the opportunity to spend more time with Chuck and Becky. The few times I did were times I'll always remember. Becky's smile and laughter were contagious. And I could just feel the love she had for Chuck and the boys. And a thank you to Nancy, Chuck's sister. Nancy dearly loves Becky, Chuck and the boys, and she would share with me stories about them as well as the boys as they were growing. May God grant Becky eternal peace and happiness in Heaven, and may God give Chuck and his sons the strength and courage to continue on with their lives, knowing that Becky will still be walking beside them, until some day, they all meet again!
Debbie (Floder) Pomposelli
needasale@aol.com
Thursday, July 28, 2005
To Mr. Nowalk, Nick, Stephen, and Alex,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you. I will always remember Mrs. Nowalk and will always look up to her. Since I was very little I remember how she was a great mother and always willing to lend a hand. I thank you for letting her be a part of my life along with my sisters and family. May the lord comfort you at this time.
Heather Baum
Njgalheather@aol.com
Thursday, July 28, 2005
Dear Chuck,
First of all, my most sincere regrets to you and your family at this milestone time in your lives. You may not remember me, but I was at Grace Lutheran Church when Joe Molnar was there. I was in the choir, dated Rachel, and actually stood up for Irene (Molnar) Wrenner when she got married. I remember Becky's candor, laughter and willingness to help and listen. She was a great woman and I am sure that you and your closest community will miss her greatly. My best to you and I hope that my prayers to you and your family will be heard and your pain will be as limited as possible.
Sincerely,
Bruce Montgomery
bears2pa@rcn.com
Thursday, July 28, 2005
While I never had the privilege of knowing her personally, I can be sure that Becky Nowalk was an extraordinary woman. Mainly because I had the pleasure to know her husband Chuck Nowalk, who taught at my alma mater, Phillipsburg High School and continued a friendship with their youngest son, Alex Nowalk. Though I never met her, a true testament of her gift to this world can be found in the kindness of a great man and educator that she chose as her husband. As well as the strong character of the son they raised together. As I approach motherhood myself, I am hopeful that I can raise my child to be the same well-rounded, intelligent and compassionate individual that I have known her son to be. Even without the pleasure of her acquaintance, I have respect for the great woman she most surely was and will be remembered as. My husband and I extend our deepest sympathies to Alex, his brothers and Mr. Nowalk in their time of grief. Our thoughts are with you as you struggle through this sudden loss of a life ended far too early.
Amber E. Novacek Berkoski
berkoska@hotmail.com
Thursday, July 28, 2005
We (Tammy & I) met Becky and Chuck 16 years ago when Alex and Chrissy met in school and became friends only to find we were neighbors. Thus began one of the best friendships I have had in my life. Becky and I were Bus Stop Buddies. We had more fun together in that short time each morning and afternoon. Not many people could make a Bus stop fun. Becky could. From bus stops to car pooling to high school and college we have shared in each others childrens life. From that we have come to love the Nowalk family and will cherish Our friendship and memories of Becky. We will miss her dearly, and continue to pray for Chuck, Steven, Nick and Alex, you know our door has been and will always be open for each of you.
John Lynn
johnnie78@msn.com
Friday, July 29, 2005
Mrs. Nowalk welcomed me into her home with a smile barely knowing me, and it was easy to see in the short time I knew her what a loving, caring wife, mother, and woman she was. My thoughts and condolences are with her family, especially Mr. Nowalk and Alex.
Emily Gallant
gallante@lafayette.edu
Friday, July 29, 2005
Our Beloved Becky Nowalk.
For she so loved her Lord - may we all receive her love at this
time. She coached the boys on every field through out our community
- now may she coach all our boys and girls throughout the world
on this day forever. We in the USA are One Nation under God. To
my favorite teacher - Yes it's you Mr. Tomaino "Peter",
who told us "that when the day is dark wear something colorful
to brighten up your day" I pray your days become brighter
with every breath you take >>>To you Peter I have a couple
acronyms:
Envy - Envision No Victories of
Your own :-)
Silent - unscramble the letters "......"
Trust - To Receive the Ultimate Sacrifice Together :-)
Tammy M D Lynn
tammykins24@msn.com
Friday, July 29, 2005
We were all very sad to hear that Becky had passed. Please know that all though we could not be there you are all in our thoughts.
Cousin Karen (Thurlow) and
family.
krel40@
hotmail.com
Tuesday, August 2, 2005
Dear Chuck (and family),
I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you for the loss of your wife. I will always remember her with a smile on her face and a child in her arms (or around her knees) at Sunday School. I really never got to know Becky that well personally, (you always think time for that will come later) but on our rides to Warren County College you often spoke so highly of Becky and your sons that I always felt I knew her a little.
I am sorry we (Eric & I) did not get the chance to speak to you personally at the service but I did get to talk to 2 of your sons- my, how much they grew up! The service really was a wonderful celebration of Beckys life. Nick did an amazing job for someone so young faced with such an enormous task. All of your boys did such a great service to Becky and yourself. I'd love to visit with you but I will wait for you to tell me when. Please let me know. Again, please accept my deepest sympathy.
Sincerely, Kathy (and Eric)
Carpenter
kathyc18020@yahoo.com
Monday, August 8, 2005
Chuck, Nicholas, Stephen, & Alexander:
My first encounter with Becki, my friend, was in Shull Jr. High School where all the South Side students came together for the first time. We were great girlfriends sharing so many good times together. Then it was on to Easton High School. Of course all South Siders stuck together. So many memories of dances, football Red Jackets, parties, St. Mary's Youth Group activates and of course playing pinochle at the Hoagland homestead. We all went our separate ways to college and I met up with her once again when you settled in Phillipsburg. We soon shared our friendship, once again this time including our families. Becki found ways to have fun, for free. I can remember the picnics at Meuser Park on Sunday evenings listening to the free concerts. I can still hear her call "My Little Darlings." I thank you Chuck for giving Michele the courage to swim and ride her bike without help. I think Michele's close friendships with boys rather than girls started with Nick, Steve and Alex. I thank all of you for the siblings Michele never had and the so many good times she shared with all of you; bible school, playtime at the video store and Heil Pool. As our children grew so did the gap across the Delaware River. We talked less frequently as Becki took on a full time job outside the home, but I know we each knew that if a resource was needed from either family we would be there for each other. God has taken Becki to be with him at too young of an age. He must have truly felt that her work on earth was complete touching so many lives, raising three successful sons with her husband, Chuck, her one and only true love and friend. I will always remember you Becki as my friend, for the advice you gave me and all the good memories. I know God has set a place for you to watch over Chuck and your sons. Please let us not allow the river to distance itself from our families in the future. God Bless All of you and keep you in his light.
Sandi, Pat & Michele Vulcano
eastonpa97@aol.com
Tuesday, August 9, 2005
We met Becky and Chuck after they graduated from college and moved to the DC suburbs where Chuck and Marty taught in the same school. We had nine great years with the Nowalks, and rejoiced with them when Nick, Steve and then Alex were born. Our families spent many wonderful hours together, with their three and our two boys playing and making big messes; we would take the boys on outings, and haul them along on errands. The Nowalk boys were loved and cherished, and there was always a lot of laughter in the house. Becky was a fabulous cook - I can still taste her chicken paprikash and stuffing and mashed potato casserole. Becky put a lot of love and energy into her art projects, but especially her relationships. She was there for us during some trying times in those early years when we were all young parents, and it seems like she continued to grow in kindness and wisdom, as I read how special she was to the people of your community. We will never forget you - we love you and cherish your memory, and can still hear your laughter, Becky.
Marty & Carol Kaltenbaugh
carolkaltenbaugh@dwt.com