In Memoriam

Maga (Lise) Stein

Apr 6, 1922 - Feb 11, 2007

Photo taken Aug 31 during Mom and Bif's last visit with Maga at her residence in Pennsylvania

When Mom was 2 yrs old, her attempt at pronunciation of 'Grandma' was 'Maga.' Here is a photo of Mom and Maga in the midst of the Boreal forest, taken on their cross-Canada train trip adventure in July, 2000:

We look forward to telling Bif all about Great Maga. Long live Strepsils, weitegeshenks (sp?), and bed-hoppers! For a great elaboration on her character, click on the link (at right) to Uncle Derek's blog and read his Feb 12th posting.