Both Brandi, my first cousin once removed, and Darlene, my first cousin, passed away this year.
November 1975 – Laurie (Musa) and daughter Brandi They were visiting Laurie’s aunt and uncle, Bev and Jack Vadnais, at their home located at 1416 6th St., White Bear Lake, Minnesota.Brandi and her husband Gabe Werra on their wedding day: October 19, 2002
In Memory of Darlene Marie Ascheman (1949-2025)
1950 – Marguerite and Bob Parker with Darlene, their first born Marguerite is 23 years old, Bob is 26 years old and Darlene is just months old in this picture.May 13, 1950 – 4 ½ month old Darlene outside in her playpenFebruary 1955 – (left to right): Avis Peltier, Jennie Vadnais, Celestine Peltier, Darlene Parker and Barb Parker Jennie and Celestine are Darlene and Barb’s great-grandmothers. Avis is their grandaunt.February 1955 – Four generations: Marguerite (Vadnais) Parker, daughter Darlene, Marguerite’s father Adlore Vadnais and Adlore’s mother Jennie (Baillargeon) Vadnais1967 – Darlene, White Bear High School graduation (17 years old)1969 Bald Eagle Ski Club at Excelsior – Darlene performing with Clyde Bloomer1970 White Bear Press announcing Darlene’s graduation from stewardess schoolDarlene and Jim’s wedding day, November 5, 1971, St. Mary’s Church – Darlene and husband Jim Ascheman along with Darlene’s parents: Marguerite and Bob ParkerAdlore Vadnais proudly holding his granddaughter Darlene’s hand on her wedding day
Brandi and Darlene, We miss you, we love you, we remember you.
3 thoughts on “In Memory of Brandi Terese Werra (1973-2025)”
Vicki
What beautiful pictures Cynthia, thanks for sharing some great memories!
What beautiful pictures Cynthia, thanks for sharing some great memories!
Thanks so much!!! oxoxo
What wonderful tributes to Brandi and Darlene. The photos are precious. Seeing great grandparents and all. Cindy this is wonderful.