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Farmgirl Mail Art:  The Passing of a Farmgirl  |
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KristiW
Moderator/Farmgirl True
639 Posts
Kristine
MaryJanesFarm
USA
639 Posts |
 Posted - Apr 05 2016 : 1:26:49 PM
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Dear Farmgirls, it is with a heavy heart that I am passing on this bad news about one of our sisters. Portia Troupe was killed in a car accident yesterday. She was an art enthusiast and a regular swapper and leader on our forum; she was especially supportive of me while I worked to get our mail art program off the ground. I am so very saddened by the news and I'm trying to figure out how we might honor her memory this month. I am sending a card to her husband Don, but I was also thinking it would be nice to send something a little more special that would reflect our condolences. Maybe a collage of pictures of the mail art she contributed?? Please flood my inbox with ideas and I will make it happen.
I hugged my family extra tight last night and told them how much I love them. Portia's death is a reminder that everything can change in one instant.
Kristi
Farmgirl Sister #6
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
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Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
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kymomma4
True Blue Farmgirl
516 Posts
RoDonna
Frankfort
Kentucky
USA
516 Posts |
Posted - Apr 05 2016 : 5:52:53 PM
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I'm going to be sending a card too. I think your idea is great! My heart just breaks for them.
RoDonna
Farmgirl #2361
"Blessed is the farmgirl who helps make the world a better and healthy place" ~ Me
"For she is clothed with dignity and strength and without fear of the future"-Proverbs 31:25
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Bleeni
True Blue Farmgirl
136 Posts
Aimee
Jefferson
Maine
USA
136 Posts |
Posted - Apr 06 2016 : 03:51:59 AM
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God bless a creative and giving soul and give peace and healing to her family.
Bleeni |
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Christy925
True Blue Farmgirl
476 Posts
Christy
Midland
Michigan
USA
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farmtn
Farmgirl in Training
22 Posts
Beth
Quebeck
Tennessee
22 Posts |
Posted - Apr 06 2016 : 08:28:48 AM
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| Oh this breaks my heart. Portia sent me the sweetest little fairy book for January mail art. Christy I will email you a photo of the book. Prayers for her family and friends...Beth |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
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Posted - Apr 06 2016 : 09:47:38 AM
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I am also sending a card to her husband and family. This was such a shock to all of us. I swapped many items with her. Let me see what I have that she sent me.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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farmtn
Farmgirl in Training
22 Posts
Beth
Quebeck
Tennessee
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Posted - Apr 06 2016 : 11:31:14 AM
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Portia Lynn Troupe of Johnson City, New York died on Monday, April 3, 2016.
She was born Feb. 29, 1952 in Shelbyville. Survivors include her husband Donald Troupe of Johnson City; son Greg H. Troupe, daughter Alexandria Troupe, both of Binghamton; brother-in-law and sister-in-law James P. and Corinne Troupe; and cousins.
She was saved at 15 and joined the Garrison Forks Baptist Church in Beech Grove. She was raised by her aunt and uncle Rex and Hazel Shelton and graduated from Central High School in 1970. She was a school teacher. Portia was teased her entire life for her size. As she often said "dynamite comes in small packages." She was a mother to all and a mentor to everyone, helping people regardless of the hour. She died as she lived, helping others. She was a member of the CrossPoint Community Church, Binghamton.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 16 at 3 p.m. at the CrossPoint Community Church, 1 Grand Blvd., Binghamton, New York. Rev. Marsh Sorber will officiate. The family will receive friends on Saturday at 2 p.m. until the time of the service at the church. Flowers are appreciated or donations in her memory may be made to a Memorial Fund at the CrossPoint Community Church, 1 Grand Blvd., Binghamton NY 13905
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KristiW
Moderator/Farmgirl True
639 Posts
Kristine
MaryJanesFarm
USA
639 Posts |
Posted - Apr 06 2016 : 12:30:10 PM
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Thank you Beth for that information. We were searching for an address to send flowers from the Farmgirl Sisterhood.
Kristi
Farmgirl Sister #6
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Kitty Komforts
Farmgirl at Heart
7 Posts
Danielle
Ridgefield
Washington
USA
7 Posts |
Posted - Apr 06 2016 : 11:00:34 PM
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Thank you Kristi...I am new to the farmgirl family this year and am so very sorry for your loss; I am sending great love and care for all who knew Portia and her loved ones.
“I love cats because I enjoy my home; and little by little, they become its visible soul.”
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Apr 07 2016 : 05:22:06 AM
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I just saw this sad news on another post. How horrible. What a loss.
Prayers for her family.
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
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Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
5363 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
5363 Posts |
Posted - Apr 07 2016 : 07:27:40 AM
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I am still in shock, like all of you! I sent you an email Kristi.
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KristiW
Moderator/Farmgirl True
639 Posts
Kristine
MaryJanesFarm
USA
639 Posts |
Posted - Apr 07 2016 : 08:57:44 AM
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I am sharing the flowers we are sending to Portia's family, with all of our love from all of us farmgirls.
Kristi
Farmgirl Sister #6
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Bleeni
True Blue Farmgirl
136 Posts
Aimee
Jefferson
Maine
USA
136 Posts |
Posted - Apr 07 2016 : 09:06:35 AM
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Kristi:
Can I help with any of the flower cost?
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6663 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6663 Posts |
Posted - Apr 07 2016 : 10:14:19 AM
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The flowers are beautiful, Kristi. Thank-you for sharing the photo with us. The bouquet feels very reminiscent of our beloved MaryJanesFarm!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
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Kathleen
Custer
SD
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Posted - Apr 07 2016 : 2:23:12 PM
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I too was moved by this news. I pray God will rush his loving arms around all of her family.
To Portia, Until we meet again at the rainbow bridge. Farmgirl hugs Portia. Kathleen
Have a blessed day. Farmgirl Sister #6701 |
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becky 2002
True Blue Farmgirl
94 Posts
Becky
Williamsport
Ohio
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Posted - Apr 07 2016 : 2:34:12 PM
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KristiW
Moderator/Farmgirl True
639 Posts
Kristine
MaryJanesFarm
USA
639 Posts |
Posted - Apr 07 2016 : 4:38:40 PM
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Thanks, we felt that bouquet was more reflective of our farmgirl style and Portia herself. And thanks for your offer Aimee, MaryJanesFarm took care of it 
Kristi
Farmgirl Sister #6
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mrssarahhall
True Blue Farmgirl
1272 Posts
Sarah
Longmont
Colorado
USA
1272 Posts |
Posted - Apr 07 2016 : 6:37:37 PM
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Portia and I swapped quite a few times as well, I will send you some photos of the beautiful things she made for me for the book Kristi, what a great idea.
Sarah
Farmgirl # 5223
"For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone." - Audrey Hepburn
All good things are wild and free- Henry David Thoreau
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mjscanlan
True Blue Farmgirl
218 Posts
Mary Jo
Dennison
Minnesota
USA
218 Posts |
Posted - Apr 08 2016 : 05:23:11 AM
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I am just stunned and saddened. With all the art and creative cards that I have received from her over the past years, it feels like I know her. God's strength and Grace to her family during this time. I know she was received with open arms by Heaven and all the Angels.
"We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give." |
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Alise
True Blue Farmgirl
229 Posts
Alise
United States
Minnesota
229 Posts |
Posted - Apr 12 2016 : 11:33:20 AM
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Oh, this is so sad! I received a wonderful felt heart from Portia in one of the swaps- it's big and happy and I had told her it seemed like she had sent a big hug to me through the mail. I am sorry I am unable to get a copy of it sent off to you, though, Kristi, to add to your collage. Thank you for sharing the photo of the flowers you sent- they are beautiful.
Blessings to you on your life's journey. |
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meguira
True Blue Farmgirl
341 Posts
Marilou
Quebec
Canada
341 Posts |
Posted - Apr 14 2016 : 7:10:48 PM
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| This i so sad. She was extraordinaire! She has been so very encouraging and positive! A great loss. |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Apr 20 2016 : 10:37:45 AM
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Very sad news. Portia was a blessing to me, always so sweet and thoughtful. She will be missed.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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Sobyn
True Blue Farmgirl
752 Posts
Sabrina
Kansas
USA
752 Posts |
Posted - Apr 22 2016 : 10:06:02 AM
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I'm so sorry to hear this, I didn't know her but my thoughts and prayers are with her family!
Sabrina Farmgirl Sister #3275
February 2016 Farmgirl of the Month
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Bluedog355
True Blue Farmgirl
127 Posts
Diana
Alstead
New Hampshire
USA
127 Posts |
Posted - Apr 24 2016 : 8:08:01 PM
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So saddened by this news. Thank you Kristi for sending flowers and leading the way to offer support to her family.
Diana
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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
3602 Posts
Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
3602 Posts |
Posted - Apr 25 2016 : 08:31:34 AM
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Thank you, Kitty!
Farmgirl sister #3926
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but the belief that something is more important than fear." Ambrose Red Moon |
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