Birth date: Aug 24, 1922 Death date: Aug 17, 2009
I am mine own woman, well at ease is an apt description of Charlotte, who peacefully broke these earthly chains August 17, 2009. At her bedside at her home she had in addition to her Bible this plaque: “God in my refuge and my str Read Obituary
(Email sent August 17, 2009) I'm so glad things played out to Charlotte's wishes. We should all be so fortunate. Words can't express hows much we love you and how much Chex meant to us. She is a dear soul. I forgot to tell you yesterday that after I got off the phone with you Saturday, Gus was very aware that someting was strange with G and me. He knew something was up and was extra cuddly and attentive. Animals know these things! Be at peace, my dear. We love you.
(Email sent August 17, 2009) My prayers go out to you. I know your mom is no longer suffering. However, I know what a gap you will have in your life. Marty told me yesterday how good your mom looked when she came to Jonesville. She loved visiting with you. Ellen
(Email sent August 17, 2009 I'm glad your mom passed on in this peaceful way rather than months of pain. I'm sorry I didn't get to see her recently, but her image is in my head and I can clearly hear her voice. A precious, sweet woman. My heart hurts for you. Susan
(Email sent August 17, 2009) I cannot begin to express how I feel. I, too,loved Charlotte so very much. I am so thankful that she didn't have to endure the extreme pain and long suffering that cancer so many times brings. I'm also thankful that we got to spend some quality time with her just a few weeks ago. She was a wonderful person and knew exactly what she wanted- both in life and death. I pray that God will bring peace and loving comfort to the two of you as you face the emptiness that her death brings. We will look forward to celebrating her life and the joys that she brought to all of us. If there is anything that Jerry and I can do for you, please don't hesitate to let us know. You know we are "family" and have been for a very long time.
(Email sent August 17, 2009) I read both messages with tears in my eyes. It's good that she passed so peacefully and you two were with her. I'm so happy I got to see her one last time. She certainly will be missed. I love both of you very much. I'm starting to tear up again, so I'd better close.
(Email sent August 17, 2009) I am so sorry to hear of Charlotte's death so soon, but grateful that it was peceful and that the two of you were with her. What a blessing to have avoided prolonged suffering. It's always hard to accept our powerlessness, but this is the ultimate challenge. My prayers are with you and Lucy, now. I know you'll both feel lost for a while. Take care Becky and call if you need me. I love you very much, Linda
In August Estella Haug, mother of Lucy Haug, made a very generous gift to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, in tribute to her friend, Charlotte Gould. The Gould family greatly appreciates this gift and the gift of Estelle's friendship all these years.
(Email sent August 17, 2009) I'm so sorry to hear that Charlotte is gone, but happy to learn that it was on her terms. My thoughts and prayers are with you and with Lucy as you cope with the difficult days ahead. Jan
(Email sent August 17, 2009) I understand what has happened in your life. Mother also died on her terms, but over a more extended time. I grieve with you. Dow
In an email sent August 17, 2009, Carmen said: I am so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful life that you and your mother shared together for so long. Very few grown children have this opportunity to learn about their mothers with such passion as you have always had for your mother. Your recognition of her wishes to go on her own terms is your last gift you could have given her. You are in my thoughts, as you begin to reconstruct your own life. Your tribute to your Mother is beautiful. Thank you for sharing this.
