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My deepest sympathy to you Shelly, Joe and family. My memories of Polly are wonderful ones ! What a great Boss she was working at "Polly's".
Cindy Peters
September 13th, 2012 at 12:00am
Shelly, Joe and family - we are so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was always such a classy lady, always with a smile and a kind word. We are keeping you all in our thoughts. Barb Adler, Karyn and family
Karyn Adler Fasel
September 13th, 2012 at 12:00am
To all of Polly's family, What a lovely lady. I know that she will be missed. I will always remember shopping at Polly's. She was sweet to everyone. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Joyce Weber
Joyce Weber
September 13th, 2012 at 12:00am
Shelly and family - Sorry to hear of Polly's passing. She was a class act, and always a favorite of mine.
Chris Spencer
September 14th, 2012 at 12:00am
To the family of Polly, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Polly was so sweet when ever I visited the store! Always with a smile. She is going to be missed to all who knew her and shopped at Pollys. Diane
Diane Vinoski
September 14th, 2012 at 12:00am
Dear Aleman family, We are deeply sorry for your loss of Polly. Sending you prayers and love, Our deepest sympathy. Deb & Gary
Deb & Gary Myers
September 14th, 2012 at 12:00am
Dear Shelly, Joe, Mike, Chris and family my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother Polly. What a wonderfully sweet and special person she was. My prayers are with you all.
Linda Irwin
September 14th, 2012 at 12:00am
Shelly and Joe - we were saddened by the loss of your mom. Polly was a great person and will be sorely missed. Keep your memories close.
Pam and Ray Williams
September 15th, 2012 at 12:00am
Your mom/grandma was known to a great number of people & a friend all. She will be greatly missed by all of us. She was a super lady & always friendly. I knew her for 50 years -- shopping at her store and just stopping in for a visit. We loved her and cherished her advice. You have our sincere sympathy at this time and pray God's comfort along with all your memories will carry you through the difficult days.
Judy Davis
September 15th, 2012 at 12:00am
I have great memories of shopping at Polly's and Polly's beautiful smile...'Light to all of her family'
Dorothy Tragna Teske
September 16th, 2012 at 12:00am
so sorry for your loss. gods prayers be with you. its a shame we have to let our loveones leave us. take care.
ted and kelly nitz
September 16th, 2012 at 12:00am
Spent many good times over at their place South Haven with my parents Cecelia and Edwin Swope Sr. Now she is back with her husband Don!
Edwin R Swope Jr
September 16th, 2012 at 12:00am
Sincere condolences to all of Polly's loved ones. Polly and The Gown Shop sponsored our bowling team in the 60's and 70's and, of course, we were the best dressed team at Broadway Lanes. She was extremely generous and a very kind woman. She kept the women in South Haven dressed in the finest!
Carol Bagley Hernandez - Orlando, FL
September 16th, 2012 at 12:00am
Shelly, Joe, and Family I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was an incredible person who so warm and caring. A visit to "Polly's" was always so much fun becuase of the wonderful person that owned it. She was truly one of South Haven's jewels.
Linda Tejchma
September 17th, 2012 at 12:00am
Polly was a great person,it was a pleasure to have known her.
Dorie and Dave Higgins Dayton, Tn.
September 17th, 2012 at 12:00am
Shelly, Joe, Mike and Chris and the rest of the family. My prayers are with you all. I am very saddened to have heard this news. Love you guys:)
Jen Knapp(Guminski)
September 17th, 2012 at 12:00am
Dear Shelly,Joe and family, I was so sorry to hear of Polly's passing. You have my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. polly was a sweet and special person. She help me with the South Haven Queen pageant and always keep the girls in fashion. You never saw her when she didn't have that beautiful smile. She will be deeply missed. Louise Ford
Louise Ford
September 17th, 2012 at 12:00am
So many great memories of the Gown Shop and the great lady who owned it. Polly will be missed greatly as is her wonderful store.
judy helka
September 18th, 2012 at 12:00am
I have such fond memories of shopping at Polly's with my Mom.."Just take it home and try it on...bring it back if it doesnt work out" Stores of today could take a lesson from Polly! She was a sweet lady with a wonderful smile. Prayers to all of you! Kathy Shanley Petfield
Kathy Shanley Petfield
September 18th, 2012 at 12:00am
Shelly, I'm very sorry for your loss. You sure are a wonderful daughter to your mom. We had some good times as shop owners. I will always remember them. It makes me smile when I think about those times. I send you my sympathy. Gloria
Gloria Murray
September 18th, 2012 at 12:00am
Polly, my first and favorite "other mother". What a blessing it was to have you in my life. Thoughts of the years growing up with your family next door, make me smile. What an amazing woman. Kind compassionate and always caring. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Love Your other daughter in Canada "Kathy"
Katherine Hauck
September 18th, 2012 at 12:00am
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Walle Family
September 19th, 2012 at 12:00am
Dear Shelley, Joe & family: Your dear mother's smile was infectious & delightful. Your faithful caregiving through the years is a true tribute to the loved she gave to you too. Losing a mother is painfully difficult. I hope our Good Lord blesses you peace & comfort. My sympathy enfolds you.
Chris Filbrandt
September 19th, 2012 at 12:00am
Our sympathy to Pollys family. I remember coming to her store with my Mother-in-law, Gloria Nitz. Polly was a delighful lady, and extremely warm-hearted. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May the Lord give you a peace and comfort only He can impart.
Tim and Teri Nitz
September 22nd, 2012 at 12:00am
Shelly and Family, our thoughts and Prayers are you all.
Chris and David Rumiez
September 25th, 2012 at 12:00am
It was so much fun shopping at "Polly's" with my sister and Mom, as I was growing up in South Haven. Polly was always happy to see us, and had a tremendous smile. May the Lord hold you all in His loving arms, especially as you mourn the loss of a fantastic lady. Indeed, she really did keep the women of South Haven dressed beautifully. Our prayers and thoughts are with you, the whole family.
Susan Hood Hoffman and Frank Hoffman
September 27th, 2012 at 12:00am
God be with you, love and keep you in your time of grief
Greg & Teresa Erickson
September 28th, 2012 at 12:00am