10/16/2009 Dorothy Vickstrom Paladichuk (Sidney, Mt) I am so sorry to hear of Vera's accident and passing. I talked to her just a few days ago at Reynolds and she was explaining to me about her black eyes and severe bruising from the fall she took at home while working out on her deck. She told me she was leaving for SLC and was hoping the weather would be OK. She has always been such a bubbly ray of sunshine and never a cross word from her. She was a sweetheart and will be missed. My sympathy to Rhonda and all of Vera's family. God bless all of you. Vaya con dios, Vera! It is hard to think of Vern and Vera without starting to sing that song since the last dance of the night when they played for dances was always Vaya Con Dios which means "Go with God" and I am sure Vera will do just that.

10/17/2009 Debbie Murray (Colorado) So sorry to hear about your loss. Vera was such a sweet and loving person, always smiling and always positive. I'll always remember her.

10/18/2009 Randi Taylor (Sidney, MT) I knew Vera for a short period of time,but in those few visits i got to know her well and always liked her smile and presence she will be missed. I'm sure her husband in Salt Lake wished he could have seen her once more...although she's in his heart and has many memories of her i'm sure. God bless her and her family in this time.

10/18/2009 Dannell and Riley Rhonda so sorry to hear about your mother. She was such a nice lady. Just letting you know you are in our thoughts and prayers

10/18/2009 Caroline Bronowski (Sidney, Montana) Rhonda, Just letting you know I am very sorry to hear about your Mother(Vera).She was one of the sweetiest Lady's I've ever met.She always had such kind words to everyone& always smiling.With Sincere Sympathy, Caroline (Frounfelter)Bronowski

10/18/2009 Doug & Janel Stevens (Williston, ND) Rhonda & Steven~ We were saddened to hear about your loss. You are all in our thoughts & prayers. Doug & Janel Stevens

10/18/2009 Patti Schwenke (Sidney, Mt) Vera's Family- So sorry to hear of your loss. We met in the early 1980's and were friends instantly. May God bless you and your family--with all of your memories("One Day at a Time"). In God's Love, Patti Schwenke and family

10/19/2009 Viant, Inc (Salt Lake City, UT) Mel and family, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. With our deepest sympathies, Your Viant Family

10/19/2009 Traci Jackson (West Jordan , Utah) Mel I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your loving wife, I want you to know my heart goes out to you in your time of need. We are all here for you if you need anything just let us know. Love Traci Jackson (RXA and Viant)

10/19/2009 Valerie Walker (Kearns, UT) Mel, I was so shocked to hear about Vera's tragic accident and passing. All my thoughts and prayrrs are with you in this difficult time.

10/19/2009 Raelene Mel, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful wife. My prayers are with you and your family. If you need anything please let me know. Raelene Hall

10/19/2009 julie patterson (west jordan, ut) I am so sorry Mel. I know you loved her alot. I know this is not fair. But you had the chance to love her in the past few years. you made her happy in the last few years of her life. giving hugs to you.

10/19/2009 Jenn Orton (Salt Lake City, Utah) Mel, I am so sorry to hear for your loss. You have been in my thoughts more than you know over the past three years. Take care.

10/20/2009 Missy Walton (Stockton, UT) So very sorry about Vera, we were sitting here talking about how excited we were that she would be coming back to Salt Lake City, how much we had missed here this summer and couldn't wait for her return. Then we heard the news. She was always so very sweet, smiling, and offering generous compliments to everyone around her. You couldn't help but smile when Vera walked in the room. We are all so sad and shocked. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mel and all of Vera's family and friends. She will be missed but never forgotten.

10/20/2009 Don & Audrae Howard (Sturgis, SD) To Vera's Family, You won't know us, but, we knew Vern & Vera in the 50's through our mutual interest of playing music in Sidney (Triangle Club) and Williston (Moose Club),(State Line Club), etc. We were called the Range Partners--a group of four (Chuck & Cathy Ellis and Don & Audrae Howard). We spent some off work time enjoying Chucks famous BBQ Ribs and some sharing of our music experiences. They both were such nice people---we have an 8x10 black & white photo of their trio. What good memories we, too, have of them. We learned about her tragic accident from a friend who still gets the Sidney Paper. I'm sure they are now singing together again. We offer our condolences to the entire Family. Don & Audrae Howard (Sturgis, SD)

10/20/2009 Lorie and Nathan Hillstad (Williston, ND ) Dear Ronda and family, Words can not take the pain away you are feeling, but please remember the Lord is there to help you and your family through this time of sadness. Even though I have only met your mother a few times during the years, I will always remember her smile and the happy-go-lucky attitude she had. I always had a smile on my face after her visits. As time goes by the hurt will be a little less, but the memories will become even more powerful and great. God Bless and Love Always, Lorie and Nathan Hillstad

10/20/2009 Emily Beck (Salt Lake City, UT) I first met Vera in 2004 when she came to SLC for the winter months. It was such a pleasure to work with such a bright, cheerful person who had such a great outlook on life. Vera you will be missed deeply by all of us!

10/20/2009 Janae Finnicum & family Ronda and family, so sorry to read Vera's obit in the Gazette this morning. (I just saw her leaving Pamida last week in the Dishon Electric pickup and thought to myself about how she always kept herself up so well, and she looked perky as always.) I'm thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.

10/20/2009 Stephanie West (Slat Lake City, Utah) Mel, I am so sorry to hear about your beautiful wife's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your daughter. If you need anything at all please don't hesitate to call. Love Steph

10/20/2009 Brandy Anderton (Salt Lake City, Ut) Mel I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

10/20/2009 Trisha Richmond (Tulsa, , Ok) Oh my favorite Vera in the entire world. You lit up my day everyday at Sky Harbor with your smile and your big hugs. I looked forward to your hugs every day...and I will always remember them.

10/20/2009 Dave and Janice Arnson (Williston) Ronda and Family, So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Dave and Janice

10/20/2009 Mary Dobias (Billings, MT) We were so sorry to hear about Vera's accident. We use to dance to her and Vern's music at triangle years ago. They were both so active in church and such a joy to visit with. We always enjoyed seeing her at Old timers in Fairview and that is where we met her present husband. We enjoyed our friendship with her and our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bob and Mary Dobias

10/20/2009 Grace Croy Peka (Simi Valley, Ca) To the family of Vera Vera and I were high school best friends and kept in touch over the years. We always sent each other our love and hugs every time we talked on the phone which was less than two weeks ago. My heart goes out to her husband Mel and her family. I know we will all miss her dearly and she will always be in our hearts and prayers. May God Bless. Grace

10/20/2009 Jim & Thelma Beyl (Rosebud, MT) Our thoughts are with you. Jim & Thelma

10/20/2009 Geneva [Beyl] Biery (Rosebud, Mt.) Sorry to here about Vera my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your cousin Geneva

10/21/2009 Carter Hasselstrom (Sidney, MT) I am so sad to read about Vera. She was a joy to be around and I always enjoyed visiting with her. Through years of living in Sidney, I had the pleasure of getting to know a few of the Daschaak family members personally and my heart goes out to them. Sincerely, Carter Hasselstrom

10/21/2009 marcy johnson (sidney, mt) Lorelei and Danielle im so sorry to hear about your grandmas passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

10/21/2009 Tim & Betty Darr (Bigfork, MT) We will always remember the warmth and sunshine that Vera spread wherever she went. What a special lady who knew how to love! Tim will never forget the hours spent at her house when he was a child, watching "Roy Rogers" and having a warm and comforting place to go after school. One of Betty's first memories of moving to Montana was meeting much of the Darr/Dishon family at Vern and Vera's 20th Anniversary celebration in Sidney. Quite a few years later, we were thrilled to have them visit us in Bigfork, where Vern rode one of our horses while wearing a suit, tie, and cowboy hat! Vera watched nervously but beamed proudly. Our love and prayers are with you all.

10/22/2009 Angel Family (Sidney, MT) It was priviledge knowing Vera. We will miss such a wonderful & beautiful friend. She always had a smile & hug whenever we saw her. She will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Our deepest love & sympathy to all.

10/23/2009 Vicky Panasuk (Glendive, MT) My prayers are extended to all the family members. I remember dancing to the Dishon band when I was younger. Vera always enjoyed life. Her smile will be missed.

10/23/2009 Taunya Groshart Macik (Winnemucca, NV) Ronda, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a good lady. I always liked being at your house when I was a kid. I always thought she was so pretty! And a good cook! Take care...Taunya

10/24/2009 Jim & Jane Forthun (Durant, Ok) Rhonda and family, We were so sorry to hear about Vera's accident. We had such fun with Vera and Vern over the years and when we lived in Utah we would stop to see them when we went to Salt Lake. We enjoyed those visits. They were so kind to let us stay in their house in Sidney when Jim was up taking the gas plant down. We stopped by the house this Summer when we were in Sidney, in hopes of seeing her but she must have been gone. Our prayers are with you. Jane & Jim Forthun

10/26/2009 Angelica (Salt Lake City, UT) I knew her husband Mel very well. We worked together for almost a year. I am SO sorry to hear about her passing. If she was anywhere near as wonderful as her husband (and I'm sure she was!) she must have been AMAZING! Mel, I hope you read this & know my thoughts and prayers are with you!

12/26/2009 Jeff and Judy Dschaak (Boise, Idaho) We were truly sorry to hear of Aunt Vera's passing, and could not attend the funeral. We send our heartfelt sympathy to family. Aunt Sandie did kindly provide some photo's of the gathering at her funeral. Judy and I last visited with her in the Fairview church basement at my father Norman's funeral. I guess that every minute we spend enjoying life is also bringing us closer to the family reunion above, so there really are no sad days.