Bountiful, UT—Mickey Adelhardt passed away Oct. 6, 2021. Mickey was born September 22, 1937, in Baltimore, Md. to Wickliffe and Mary Quinby. She grew up in Maryland and Virginia and received her nursing degree from Mount Saint Agnes College in 1959. She married George J. Adelhardt Jr. on July 11, 1959 and they had three children, Gary, Ginny, and Linda. After George's death, she moved with her family to Bountiful, Utah where she resided until her death. She spent 40+ years in blood service, hospital, and home health nursing, with the majority of her career spent with the American Red Cross. Mickey was a member of St Olaf and St. Catherine of Sienna Catholic parishes over the years and was active with the Dominican Laity. Mickey loved the beauty of nature and spent many years volunteering at Antelope Island State Park. She had a wide circle of friends whom she loved dearly. Mickey is survived by her children, Gary and Laurie Adelhardt (Ocean Pines, MD), Ginny and Steve Butler (Oakley, UT), and Linda and Larry Zeigenfuss (Carson, WA) and 5 granddaughters, Kelly, Teri, Holly, Jess, and Sarah. A Celebration of Life will be held in November in Utah and December in Maryland. Visit her CaringBridge.org site for details. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Maryknoll Missions or the American Red Cross Disaster Services or consider donating a pint of blood. Peace.
Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Oct. 14 to Oct. 17, 2021.
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third eulogy as read by nephew-in-law Tony Landers on December 29, 2021 at St. Joseph Church, Fullerton:
In the woods, by a stream is a big rock. This is a special place in many of our collective memories where Mom, Aunt Mickey, Mrs. Adelhardt started to share the wonders of the natural world with her children, nieces, nephews and friends. The Big Rock was a short walk from the house and was just perfect for picnics. We would throw rocks in the stream, pick blackberries, catch salamanders and crayfish, splash and just be kids. Being kids outside was important to Mom, Mickey and she made sure everyone was invited to come play.
Mickey wanted to be outside and play as much as any kid. She taught many children swimming and canoeing skills. The car was always full going to Blackwater or Catoctin for a paddle or hike. The picnic lunch was always packed with sandwiches, fruit and brownies. Her legacy lives on as those children she mentored now have their own children to pass on those skills.
Mickey Adelhardt was widowed early and could have, as she put it, been a shrinking violet. But no, she was a rock in the middle of chaos, Her spirit and drive always pushed her to do more than most. A nurse at the core, she nurtured not only her family but anyone who she touched.
Every event, birthday, graduation, holiday, Desert Club meeting, was a special occasion where all were invited. Many of us remember summer gatherings in the backyard at Linbelle Terrace with the barbeque going and a big sheet cake for dessert. She always remembered to give that special person a card and gift, often a book, on their special occasion. For Christmas, all the children received an advent calendar with 25 doors to open. Some of our family still carry on the tradition of the advent calendar today.
Baking was Mickey's therapy that we all benefitted from. She made raisin bread Christmas Trees by the dozen and sent them to neighbors and family. Herb bread, locally known as weed bread, was a standard offering to anyone who she thought needed a pick me up. She taught many how to make her recipes. Bread making became a thing during Covid but Mickey was way ahead of the crowd, punching out her frustrations in a big bowl of rising dough.
Mickey rarely lost a friend and constantly collected new ones. When she moved to Utah, she stayed in touch with the east coast with phone calls, letters and visits. When folks from the east came to visit, she always made time to show them around and introduce them to the wonders of the west and her western friends. She walked Rim to Rim in the Grand Canyon twice, accompanied by an entourage of family and friends. When she celebrated her 60th birthday at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, 60 people showed up to celebrate for three days. When Tony Landers, her nephew-in-law, called and told her he was hiking the canyon, she grabbed a friend and drove to the Grand Canyon to shuttle the hiker back to the other rim. Mickey held the Grand Canyon dear, as that was the place that George had shared with her when they were first married, and she wanted to give that gift to everyone who showed an interest.
The door was always open at Mickey's house. She shared her home with family, friends, seminarians, students, and even a stranger if the need arose. She lived her life caring for others as her faith taught her. Mickey always said she was truly blessed to have so many people who care about her, but the inverse is true. Many of us were so blessed to have Mickey care about us!
As Mom, Mickey would say at the close of a cherished conversation, God Bless!
Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Oct. 14 to Oct. 17, 2021.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/saltlaketribune/name/mickey-adelhardt-obituary?id=30312945
third eulogy as read by nephew-in-law Tony Landers on December 29, 2021 at St. Joseph Church, Fullerton:
In the woods, by a stream is a big rock. This is a special place in many of our collective memories where Mom, Aunt Mickey, Mrs. Adelhardt started to share the wonders of the natural world with her children, nieces, nephews and friends. The Big Rock was a short walk from the house and was just perfect for picnics. We would throw rocks in the stream, pick blackberries, catch salamanders and crayfish, splash and just be kids. Being kids outside was important to Mom, Mickey and she made sure everyone was invited to come play.
Mickey wanted to be outside and play as much as any kid. She taught many children swimming and canoeing skills. The car was always full going to Blackwater or Catoctin for a paddle or hike. The picnic lunch was always packed with sandwiches, fruit and brownies. Her legacy lives on as those children she mentored now have their own children to pass on those skills.
Mickey Adelhardt was widowed early and could have, as she put it, been a shrinking violet. But no, she was a rock in the middle of chaos, Her spirit and drive always pushed her to do more than most. A nurse at the core, she nurtured not only her family but anyone who she touched.
Every event, birthday, graduation, holiday, Desert Club meeting, was a special occasion where all were invited. Many of us remember summer gatherings in the backyard at Linbelle Terrace with the barbeque going and a big sheet cake for dessert. She always remembered to give that special person a card and gift, often a book, on their special occasion. For Christmas, all the children received an advent calendar with 25 doors to open. Some of our family still carry on the tradition of the advent calendar today.
Baking was Mickey's therapy that we all benefitted from. She made raisin bread Christmas Trees by the dozen and sent them to neighbors and family. Herb bread, locally known as weed bread, was a standard offering to anyone who she thought needed a pick me up. She taught many how to make her recipes. Bread making became a thing during Covid but Mickey was way ahead of the crowd, punching out her frustrations in a big bowl of rising dough.
Mickey rarely lost a friend and constantly collected new ones. When she moved to Utah, she stayed in touch with the east coast with phone calls, letters and visits. When folks from the east came to visit, she always made time to show them around and introduce them to the wonders of the west and her western friends. She walked Rim to Rim in the Grand Canyon twice, accompanied by an entourage of family and friends. When she celebrated her 60th birthday at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, 60 people showed up to celebrate for three days. When Tony Landers, her nephew-in-law, called and told her he was hiking the canyon, she grabbed a friend and drove to the Grand Canyon to shuttle the hiker back to the other rim. Mickey held the Grand Canyon dear, as that was the place that George had shared with her when they were first married, and she wanted to give that gift to everyone who showed an interest.
The door was always open at Mickey's house. She shared her home with family, friends, seminarians, students, and even a stranger if the need arose. She lived her life caring for others as her faith taught her. Mickey always said she was truly blessed to have so many people who care about her, but the inverse is true. Many of us were so blessed to have Mickey care about us!
As Mom, Mickey would say at the close of a cherished conversation, God Bless!
Bountiful, UT—Mickey Adelhardt passed away Oct. 6, 2021. Mickey was born September 22, 1937, in Baltimore, Md. to Wickliffe and Mary Quinby. She grew up in Maryland and Virginia and received her nursing degree from Mount Saint Agnes College in 1959. She married George J. Adelhardt Jr. on July 11, 1959 and they had three children, Gary, Ginny, and Linda. After George's death, she moved with her family to Bountiful, Utah where she resided until her death. She spent 40+ years in blood service, hospital, and home health nursing, with the majority of her career spent with the American Red Cross. Mickey was a member of St Olaf and St. Catherine of Sienna Catholic parishes over the years and was active with the Dominican Laity. Mickey loved the beauty of nature and spent many years volunteering at Antelope Island State Park. She had a wide circle of friends whom she loved dearly. Mickey is survived by her children, Gary and Laurie Adelhardt (Ocean Pines, MD), Ginny and Steve Butler (Oakley, UT), and Linda and Larry Zeigenfuss (Carson, WA) and 5 granddaughters, Kelly, Teri, Holly, Jess, and Sarah. A Celebration of Life will be held in November in Utah and December in Maryland. Visit her CaringBridge.org site for details. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Maryknoll Missions or the American Red Cross Disaster Services or consider donating a pint of blood. Peace.
Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Oct. 14 to Oct. 17, 2021.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/saltlaketribune/name/mickey-adelhardt-obituary?id=30312945
third eulogy as read by nephew-in-law Tony Landers on December 29, 2021 at St. Joseph Church, Fullerton:
In the woods, by a stream is a big rock. This is a special place in many of our collective memories where Mom, Aunt Mickey, Mrs. Adelhardt started to share the wonders of the natural world with her children, nieces, nephews and friends. The Big Rock was a short walk from the house and was just perfect for picnics. We would throw rocks in the stream, pick blackberries, catch salamanders and crayfish, splash and just be kids. Being kids outside was important to Mom, Mickey and she made sure everyone was invited to come play.
Mickey wanted to be outside and play as much as any kid. She taught many children swimming and canoeing skills. The car was always full going to Blackwater or Catoctin for a paddle or hike. The picnic lunch was always packed with sandwiches, fruit and brownies. Her legacy lives on as those children she mentored now have their own children to pass on those skills.
Mickey Adelhardt was widowed early and could have, as she put it, been a shrinking violet. But no, she was a rock in the middle of chaos, Her spirit and drive always pushed her to do more than most. A nurse at the core, she nurtured not only her family but anyone who she touched.
Every event, birthday, graduation, holiday, Desert Club meeting, was a special occasion where all were invited. Many of us remember summer gatherings in the backyard at Linbelle Terrace with the barbeque going and a big sheet cake for dessert. She always remembered to give that special person a card and gift, often a book, on their special occasion. For Christmas, all the children received an advent calendar with 25 doors to open. Some of our family still carry on the tradition of the advent calendar today.
Baking was Mickey's therapy that we all benefitted from. She made raisin bread Christmas Trees by the dozen and sent them to neighbors and family. Herb bread, locally known as weed bread, was a standard offering to anyone who she thought needed a pick me up. She taught many how to make her recipes. Bread making became a thing during Covid but Mickey was way ahead of the crowd, punching out her frustrations in a big bowl of rising dough.
Mickey rarely lost a friend and constantly collected new ones. When she moved to Utah, she stayed in touch with the east coast with phone calls, letters and visits. When folks from the east came to visit, she always made time to show them around and introduce them to the wonders of the west and her western friends. She walked Rim to Rim in the Grand Canyon twice, accompanied by an entourage of family and friends. When she celebrated her 60th birthday at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, 60 people showed up to celebrate for three days. When Tony Landers, her nephew-in-law, called and told her he was hiking the canyon, she grabbed a friend and drove to the Grand Canyon to shuttle the hiker back to the other rim. Mickey held the Grand Canyon dear, as that was the place that George had shared with her when they were first married, and she wanted to give that gift to everyone who showed an interest.
The door was always open at Mickey's house. She shared her home with family, friends, seminarians, students, and even a stranger if the need arose. She lived her life caring for others as her faith taught her. Mickey always said she was truly blessed to have so many people who care about her, but the inverse is true. Many of us were so blessed to have Mickey care about us!
As Mom, Mickey would say at the close of a cherished conversation, God Bless!
Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Oct. 14 to Oct. 17, 2021.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/saltlaketribune/name/mickey-adelhardt-obituary?id=30312945
third eulogy as read by nephew-in-law Tony Landers on December 29, 2021 at St. Joseph Church, Fullerton:
In the woods, by a stream is a big rock. This is a special place in many of our collective memories where Mom, Aunt Mickey, Mrs. Adelhardt started to share the wonders of the natural world with her children, nieces, nephews and friends. The Big Rock was a short walk from the house and was just perfect for picnics. We would throw rocks in the stream, pick blackberries, catch salamanders and crayfish, splash and just be kids. Being kids outside was important to Mom, Mickey and she made sure everyone was invited to come play.
Mickey wanted to be outside and play as much as any kid. She taught many children swimming and canoeing skills. The car was always full going to Blackwater or Catoctin for a paddle or hike. The picnic lunch was always packed with sandwiches, fruit and brownies. Her legacy lives on as those children she mentored now have their own children to pass on those skills.
Mickey Adelhardt was widowed early and could have, as she put it, been a shrinking violet. But no, she was a rock in the middle of chaos, Her spirit and drive always pushed her to do more than most. A nurse at the core, she nurtured not only her family but anyone who she touched.
Every event, birthday, graduation, holiday, Desert Club meeting, was a special occasion where all were invited. Many of us remember summer gatherings in the backyard at Linbelle Terrace with the barbeque going and a big sheet cake for dessert. She always remembered to give that special person a card and gift, often a book, on their special occasion. For Christmas, all the children received an advent calendar with 25 doors to open. Some of our family still carry on the tradition of the advent calendar today.
Baking was Mickey's therapy that we all benefitted from. She made raisin bread Christmas Trees by the dozen and sent them to neighbors and family. Herb bread, locally known as weed bread, was a standard offering to anyone who she thought needed a pick me up. She taught many how to make her recipes. Bread making became a thing during Covid but Mickey was way ahead of the crowd, punching out her frustrations in a big bowl of rising dough.
Mickey rarely lost a friend and constantly collected new ones. When she moved to Utah, she stayed in touch with the east coast with phone calls, letters and visits. When folks from the east came to visit, she always made time to show them around and introduce them to the wonders of the west and her western friends. She walked Rim to Rim in the Grand Canyon twice, accompanied by an entourage of family and friends. When she celebrated her 60th birthday at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, 60 people showed up to celebrate for three days. When Tony Landers, her nephew-in-law, called and told her he was hiking the canyon, she grabbed a friend and drove to the Grand Canyon to shuttle the hiker back to the other rim. Mickey held the Grand Canyon dear, as that was the place that George had shared with her when they were first married, and she wanted to give that gift to everyone who showed an interest.
The door was always open at Mickey's house. She shared her home with family, friends, seminarians, students, and even a stranger if the need arose. She lived her life caring for others as her faith taught her. Mickey always said she was truly blessed to have so many people who care about her, but the inverse is true. Many of us were so blessed to have Mickey care about us!
As Mom, Mickey would say at the close of a cherished conversation, God Bless!
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