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Lilly Hildegard Twiddy obituary

Lilly Twiddy Obituary

Lilly (Sachs) Twiddy passed away at the age of 86 on October 15, 2010. Lilly was born on October 14, 1924 in Plauen, Germany to Richard and Hildegard Sachs. She lived in Germany until she met and married James Twiddy in 1954 in Weiden, Germany. In 1955 they moved to Maryland where Lilly became a proud U.S. citizen. Lilly was a devoted wife and mother. Her family, which has grown to include grand- and great-grand children, was the center of her life. Lilly's selfless nature led her to volunteer for the American Red Cross where she spread cheer to hospital patients for 48 years, most of these at Evans Army Hospital. Lilly is survived by her sister Margot Eder, husband Jim Twiddy, son Bob Twiddy (Beth Hanlon), daughters Monica Ziegler and Diane Gosch (Tom Gosch), grandchildren Robert , Amy, Brandon, Kirsten, Hannah, and Eva, and 4 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held at Dove-Witt Funeral Home on October 21, 2010 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at 6630 S. Highway 85/87, Fountain, CO. Funeral services will be held at Soldiers' Memorial Chapel on October 22, 2010 at 1:00 p.m, 6333 Martinez St., Ft. Carson. Interment will be at Ft. Logan National Cemetery. Memorials in Lilly's name may be made to the American Red Cross, 1040 S. 8th Street, Colo. Springs, 80905, or a charity of the giver's choice.

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Published by The Gazette on Oct. 19, 2010.

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Carlene Betz

October 15, 2022

Still miss this friend and her endearing help, and her cheesecake has never been beat.

Danielle Currie (Betz)

October 28, 2010

Jim: If you need anything at all please let me or my husband know. My prayers are with you and your family. Lilly and yourself have brought so many memories to me, ever since I was a little girl. Lilly always made your home feel as it was my home too. I could never say thank you enough to both of you. She is an angel looking down smiling each day and will always be in our hearts and prayers.
God Bless,
Danielle, Jim and Family

Sally (Grigsby) Brennan-Tubbs

October 24, 2010

Jim - there are no words to express my sorrow. There are many memories of you and Lilly while I was growing up. She was always so sweet and funny when she'd come visit my folks and always made me feel so special when she'd bring me homemade treats when I'd come home to visit. What a wonderful lady she was! She was treasured by all and will be missed. We will keep you and your family in our prayers during this difficult time.

Jacquie Tuck

October 21, 2010

I have a lifetime of memories, it's hard to pick one. I hardly remember a time when I didn't live across the street from Jim & Lilly. So many many happenings, small & large...weddings, baptisms, graduations and, yes, funerals. When my mom was dying, Lilly made a from scratch cheesecake for her--it tasted so good to Mom when nothing else did. We always got a plate of special German cookies at Christmas...and there was always a German candy bar on the plate for me when I was little! Jim, Monica, Diane, Bob & family: Hang in there, you're not alone. We all miss her too. Thank you for sharing her with us. Love you all - Jacquie (Dubbs) Tuck & family

Richard Buehrig

October 21, 2010

Jim - my heart goes out to you. Lilly was such a friend of Flo's for so many years working together volunteering at Evans - her cheese cakes, ensuring tickets to concerts and overall friendship was a wonderful part of Flo's life. I'm in Portland for a while.
Bless you and stay in touch.
Dick Buehrig

gene maxa

October 21, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

October 20, 2010

Lilly there are no words to describe the richness you brought to Our Families lives. You always had a smile and some great advice and usually something like your awesome cheese cake to add the calories. And you shared your love and smiles with so many people. You have left a large space here and we will always keep it full of your memories. You were one Wonderful Woman and we love you. Danny, Carlene and Family

Marrietta O'Brien

October 20, 2010

Lilly, it would be impossible to count the number of people you have touched through the years. I never saw you without a smile and a twinkle in your eyes, and I always enjoyed every moment I spent with you. The world is less bright without you here. I will miss you.

October 19, 2010

Aunt Lilly you have left a large and beautiful indelable mark on my and my familys hearts and minds. You will be remembered for the kind, loving and strong person I have known all my life. I will never forget all of the wonderful times we spent with our family here in IL and CO. I will miss you.
With love and respect,
Your nephew,
Steve Twiddy

Deborah Schar

October 19, 2010

Aunt Lilly was a beautiful, kind, giving, caring and loving woman. Her family was her life as witnessed by the closeness of their family. She gave selflessly to everyone she knew and anyone she met, as evident by her volunteer work. Aunt Lilly had a wounderful sense of humor and her face lit up when she laughed. Do not forget how much she loved to shop and shop she did. I loved my Aunt Lilly very much and she will be missed greatly. My heart, love and prayers go out to all of the family.
Love, hugs and kisses

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