"Miss you. "
In loving memory of
Adona Anne Ralston
March 27, 1978 - April 21, 2012
Ms. Adona Anne Ralston, 34, of Burlington died at 7:27 a.m. April 21, 2012, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.
Born March 27, 1978 in Iowa City, she was the daughter of Edwin Jr. and Nanette Ralston Verrips. Gary Hoeppner was her Daddy.
Ms. Ralston received her diploma in computer technology from CISCO. She was a homemaker and believer in many gods. She enjoyed sewing and quilting, book writing, camping, water skiing and boating. She also enjoyed family, children and everyone she met. She loved life.
Survivors include one daughter, Raven Storm Ralston; one son, Gavin Hawk Ralston-Carlson; her mother, Nanette Verrips of Burlington; two sisters, Jessica (Tracy) Williams and Megan (Aloshis Jefferson) Verrips both of Burlington; two brothers, Jason (Stephanie) Dykes and Dustin Dykes both of Burlington; maternal grandmother, Rita Ralston; paternal grandmother, Myrtle Dykes; aunts and uncles and nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Donald Ralston Jr. and great grandmother, Eunice Davison.
The funeral service for Ms. Ralston will be 1 p.m. Thursday, April 26th, in Lunning Chapel. The Rev. Dr. Brenda M. Pulley, D.D. will officiate. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
Tributes
"Love you mom. Wish you were here. "
"Dear Adona, I remember your up-lifting spirit and your beautiful smile. You brought light where there was darkness. I remember the night camping at Dumbbell Lake with you and Raven. The campfire, the laughs and cooking hotdogs, hamburgers and smores over the open fire. I love you and will see you again."
"I remember when Adona was about 12 years old. Adona and my daughter, Shanna, were inseparable. I remember them sharing clothes, spending the night with each other and listening to music and dancing. I remember when Shanna asked me to go to Adona's church. They rode the bus to Mediapolis every Sunday for Sunday School. I remember when Shanna asked me then to be Baptized. Thank you Adona for taking my daughter by the hand and taking her to our Lord. You Are So Beautiful, Baby Girl! I will see you in my dreams."
"Looking good; Adona!"
"Adona had a great spirit and wonderful perspective on life. She knew how to have fun and loved everyone. I will surely miss her and my positive thought and well wishes are directed to my dear family who is experiencing the emptiness left behind in her sudden loss of life. I love you all very much!"
"I am so sorry about Adona. I don't even know what to say. I am praying for all of you, for strength in this time of sorrow. Adona will be missed & always remembered."
"wow all so sudden. shows what happens when you loose touch. Adona will always be in my heart. Memories of her and our families hanging out and growing up together will forever be in my heart and mind. I am so sorry that I couldn't have been there for you guys Nan, Jesse, Megan.Raven....anyone I have missed in my grief please forgive me. U have my number and I am trying to get up there to see you all. call me soon. "
"Nan....I don't even have the words to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. all I can see is that little blonde baby running around and smiling and sitting on my lap. I know this time and the time to come will be hard, and at times desperate, but know that you are loved and cherished. Lean on people when you need them. and listen for her, for she is gone only from this world and she will find a way to let you know she is with you still. I love you Nan."
"I'm so very sorry to hear of Adona's passing. I met her back in 2000 & she was such a nice person & sweet friend. My condolences to her children & family at this difficult time. May God comfort you."
"Nan, Im truely sorry for your loss. My heart is breaking for you and the family as you go through this untimely passing of Adona. I am praying for you and the family. One thing that I remember Adona saying is "Right On" & her laugh. We had so many fun times at the house on Jefferson St. I loved everytime we had together. Love to you all! love, Sara Mills (vaughn)"
"Nan and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Wish I could have come to see you in person but I had to work. If you need anything just let me know."
"Nan, I'm so sorry about Adona. I'll never forget when you guys moved in next door and Adona would bring Frankie over so I could pet her. I always enjoyed seeing Adona and really will miss her. Don't forget that she will be waiting for us all and will be watching over you and the kids.Gods' Bless!"
"I'm so sorry, Nan. I'm thinking of you and your family but can't imagine what you're going through. I remember Adona as a feisty and beautiful young woman that always had a smile when I saw her. "
"Nan , My Thoughts are With U and UR Family ... Adona was a Great Person, Her Laugh and Smile Made U feel Welcome ... She Always Had an Ear to Listen and She Loved her Family Very Much ... She will Be Missed Dearly ..."
"Adona was real. Inside and out. She was as comfortable in her own skin as someone can be. She always was the first too say hello whenever I saw her. I will never forget her Beautiful face. See you in Heaven Adona."
"WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.ADONA WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED. SHE JUST HAD A WAY WITH THE PEOPLE SHE CAME INTO CONTACT WITH WE WILL MISS HER SO MUCH,TO YOU NAN, RAVEN AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALWAYS . YOUR FREINDS BECKY & BIRDY"
"I'm so sorry about Adona's passing. I will always remember her as full of life, and when she entered a room, it was as though you could feel the energy she had. She was always ready with a big hug and a smile. I will miss her."
"Nan I am sorry .Life takes many paths the older you get.I will keep you and yours in my thoughts."
"We waitressed so many years ago together at the Lookout. Adona was always my hangout buddy after work at 5 am..when everyone else was passed out. I will never forget our times, Adona. We cheated death together once before. I will always love you. We had so much fun last year. I sat and watched you dance the "Electric Slide" and was in awe of your strength and support for Raven by shaving your head. I have always loved you Adona and I will see you again. Watch over me and give me strength. I love youâ?„"
"i dont have just one memory i have soooooo many...i miss you adona..i wish now i would of took time to go do lunch like we said we was going to do...i wish i could turn back the hands of time..but adona gave me some of my best memorys growing up lol we was soooo bad hahahaha are poor moms.. i love you girl!!! "
"Nan, I am so very sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family. Just know we will all be together again soon. This is only for a little while, then we'll be together for eternity."
"We worked together bar tending. One night while serving a table their drinks this guy starts throwing pick up lines at her while picking his nose. Adona laughed so hard she spilled the ENTIRE tray of drinks on him! She she was laughing so hard she couldn't pick up the bottles! she laughed all the way back to the bar! I can still hear her laughing"
"What a beautiful woman you have grown to be. I will remember your beautiful smile and the twinkle in your blue eyes, especially when you spoke of Raven and Gavin. I've known you from a young teen and as you grew you did life your way, but you always had a tenderness about you when it mattered most. Raven and Gavin are here to live out their lives without you but I know you will always watch over them, as well as your loving mother, Nan, and your two sisters. Go fly with the angels my dear Adona, enjoy your heaven. "
"Young lady with big blue eyes , and a smile that could melt your heart! Love and prayers to all she left behind...you will be joined together, one by one as God calls you home."
"We became acquainted with Raven, Nan, Adona, and the family through Make-A-Wish. So sorry to hear of Adona's passing. Our thoughts are with the family this week. "
"O their are so many we did many crazy things together. The puddle of Mudd concert that we went to was one night I will never forget. I will love her forever !"
"What I remember most about Adona is that if someone was having a problem, she knew how to make it positive. Her worry-free spirit was a wonderful thing to have around as well as her laugh. Her laugh always made me smile :) I will miss having her around, even though it was just a rare occasion for me. Love you Adona "
"Adona, why is it the Lord always takes the good at such a young age? Being a Priest myself in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, I know God has already welcomed you home with open arms. You are but a lamb now, but not astry, you have our good sheperd Jesus Christ to guide you now in the path of rightouness. You are forgiven for your sins, and you will no longer stray away... I will always remember when we were younger, down on Jefferson St., we had such good times, times I still remember, you will always be apart of me, and I will see you in the clouds everyday. May God, keep your familey safe and well. May Angles watch over your childern. I envy you in away, because the Lord has called you home so early, I will never forget you... In time I will perform secured things in the Nauvoo temple for you... You are saved!!!! With Love, Travis Owen Wiley"
"Adonna was a ray of sunshine her smile , her sparkle in her eyes . She was fun and so pleasant . Kind and good hearted . She will be sadly missed by many . But never forgotten because she left alot of memorys ."
"Though your light has gone out, your memory will forever be in my heart. She could light up a room with her laugh, she could always make you smile no matter how low you felt, she could always bring you back up. The fact I NEVER saw her in a dress my whole life, and yet she put one on to be in my wedding, thank you my blue bell. I hope you find peace. Please watch over all the family. I will find you in my next life. I love you more then words can say. "