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Joan
Belfield, ND (Zone 4a)
 September 14, 2009 1:40 AM Post #7060983
| Pebble Jackson, known throughout DG as Pebble, passed away September 13, 2009.
Pebble was one of the oldest active members here at DG. She signed up Jan. 8, 2001. There were less than 500 members in our community at the time.
Jackson, Pebble 50 06/18/1959 09/13/2009 Pebble was born in Istanbul, Turkey She was a trader for Patrick Lumber Pebble is survived by her son, Alex Caglar; and daughter, Michelle Caglar. No service will be held. Arrange-ments by Cascadia Cremation & Burial Services, Vancouver.
We are so sorry for the loss of one of our long-time members.
This is a picture taken on Pebbles 50th birthday in June, courtesy of her friend vic.
On the left is her daughter Michelle, Pebble, her nephew, and on the right is her son Alex.
This message was edited Sep 22, 2009 11:06 AM
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Larkie
Camilla, GA (Zone 8a)
September 14, 2009 1:45 AM Post #7061028
| We will all miss her.I always enjoyed her posts a lot.. So interesting... Thoughts and prayers for her family..
Larkie |
allysgram
Sedalia, MO
September 14, 2009 1:54 AM Post #7061069
| I will miss her great post and recipes, she was always so full of life.
She went through alot of trials this last year, she is now home with the Father. Prayers for her family. Pebbles you are missed.
This message was edited Sep 14, 2009 6:32 AM |
henryr10
Cincinnati, OH (Zone 6b)
September 14, 2009 2:24 AM Post #7061237
| After enjoying Pebble's tales for years it was a joy to finally met and talk with her on the Health Forum.
Such courage and determination, such an upbeat and humorous attitude.
To her Family:
Know she was adored here. Wear your scarves proudly!
Ric
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darius
So.App.Mtns.
United States (Zone 5b)
September 14, 2009 3:05 AM Post #7061394
| My, my... so sorry to hear although unfortunately it looked probable.
I really liked pebble a lot... who else will I be able to talk to about the nuances of olive oil?
Big hugs to her family; she talked so much about Alex that I almost feel like I know him. |
Lenjo
Mount Angel, OR (Zone 8a)
September 14, 2009 3:47 AM Post #7061546
| Pebble was the first DGer I met in person, she was one of the very first from the PNW. I just saw her this spring and she was such a sweet character. We will miss her on Healthy Living but now she enjoys complete health more than any of us. God rest her soul. Prayers for her family. Joann |
IO1
Waaaay Down South, GA
September 14, 2009 4:14 AM Post #7061629
| Pebble had such a wonderful spirit. I just loved to talk to her ... so full of knowledge and full of grace and charm. I have several of her recipes I love, and will remember her fondly every time we have them. She will be missed. Prayers are being sent to her family tonight.
Hugs&blessings ... ~Susan |
SoCal
Huntington Beach, CA (Zone 10a)
 September 14, 2009 5:10 AM Post #7061779
| I am so saddened to hear of another one of my DG friends passing on. I have known Pepple since she came to DG and have enjoyed her posting on many subjects. We all missed her when she moved to Turkey, but we got to experience that countries lifestyle and foods.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this time.
Rest in peace Pebble.
Donna |
Larkie
Camilla, GA (Zone 8a)
September 14, 2009 9:01 AM Post #7061962
| Pebble was my first "secret trade", here on DG, many years ago...
Larkie |
vic
September 14, 2009 11:20 AM Post #7062092
| Good Morning to all friends of Pebble.
When Pebble's sister called yesterday to tell me she had passed away, she asked me to convey the following:
"Please thank everyone at Dave's Garden for their prayers, kindness, generosity, gifts, and all the joy that all of you brought to Pebble."
I assured her that Pebble brought joy to everyone's life that she touched.
vic
edited for spelling
This message was edited Sep 14, 2009 7:21 AM |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ (Zone 8a)
September 14, 2009 1:37 PM Post #7062463
| I know that Pebble is now "Home"...and pain free...but we will miss her terribly. Jo |
HERBIE43
Rutland , MA (Zone 5b)
September 14, 2009 1:43 PM Post #7062487
| my condolences to pebbles family.
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sbarr
Albany (again), NY (Zone 5b)
September 14, 2009 1:52 PM Post #7062522
| vic - thanks for letting me know. In fact, yesterday, I was going through some old pictures on my computer and looked at one of her from when I visited her in Turkey. She was gracious enough to let me visit her and her family for several days in Bodrum when I was traveling in Turkey. So much fun and laughter - and the world is poorer for the loss of her bright soul. I always admired her for her sense of life and spirit - she was truly magnetic. I am glad she had so many friends and family to ease her through this - pebble, I know it's been quite a while since we've talked, but I hope you have comfort. My most healing thoughts for her family. ~Sandra
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
September 14, 2009 2:45 PM Post #7062704
| Prayers for strength for Pebbles family and Joy for you dear Pebbles. Rejoice all for Pebbles is now home... Blessings... |
VGMKY
Louisville, KY
September 14, 2009 3:50 PM Post #7062958
| This has been a long and difficult Journey for our dear Pebble and her Family and Friends here at Dave's Garden. The outpouring of every one's love and support and prayers for her is evident in how much she was loved by so many. What news received on her condition gave us hope that she would be able to recover from this dreaded disease. May she now be at peace and find family and good companions to welcome her into the next Journey. She is at rest now and her spirit will linger in our hearts that we may be just as strong and determined when we come to the end of our own Journey. Let this truth guide our lives to be more loving/caring to one another in all that we do.
My heart goes out to each you in your time of sorrow and to Pebble’s Family. May a kind word, a reassuring touch, and a warm smile be yours every day of your life, and may you give these gifts as well as receive them. Remember, those whose lives you have touched and whose have touched yours are always a part of you, At times like this it is difficult to find the words which bring meaning and comfort. I trust that this poem will bring you peace, comfort and strength.
Those we love are never really lost to us--
we feel them in so many special ways--
through friends they always cared about
and dreams they left behind,
in beauty that they added to our days...
in words of wisdom we still carry with us
and memories that never will be gone...
Those we love
are never really lost to us--
for everywhere their special love lives on
We shall miss Pebble but have wonderful memories from the first time we met knowing that she was our “gift” from God and it was meant to be! God has been using her for His purpose, leading her and holding her heart and hand all the way.
As Long As You Can Hold Some One In Your Heart, You Can Never Loose Them
He Leadeth Me
In pastures green? Not always; sometimes He
Who knoweth best, in kindess leadeth me
In many ways where heavy shadows be.
Out of the sunshine warm and soft and bright -
Out of the sunshine into the darkest night,
I oft would faint with sorrow and affright,
Only for this – I know He holds my hand;
So whether in the green or desert land
I trust although I may not understand.
And by still waters? No, not always so;
Ofttimes the heavy tempests round me blow,
And o’er my soul the waters and billows go.
But when the storms beat loudest and I cry
Aloud for help, the Master standeth by
And whispers to my soul, “Lo, it is I.”
Above the tempest wild I hear Him say,
“Beyond this darkness lies a perfect day.
In every path of thine I lead the way.”
So whether on the hilltops high and fair
I dwell, or in the sunless valleys where
The shadows lie – what matters? He is there.
So where He leads me, I can safely go,
And in the blest hereafter I shall know
Why, in His wisdom, He hath led me so.
– Rev. John F. Chaplain |
KyWoods
Melbourne, KY (Zone 6a)
September 14, 2009 10:07 PM Post #7064238
| I'm saddened to hear this, and my prayers will continue for her loved ones. |
vic
September 14, 2009 10:47 PM Post #7064354
| Here is a picture of Pebble and her sister. She said her sister was a saint in taking care of her. 
Click the image for an enlarged view.
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BirdieBlue
Winston Salem, NC (Zone 7a)
September 14, 2009 10:53 PM Post #7064366
| Pebble, you will be missed. I pray that you are i Heaven sharing your unique wit and being fitted for your wings/11 |
Horseshoe
Efland, NC (Zone 7a)
September 14, 2009 11:33 PM Post #7064540
| What a great pic, Vic. She was so happy on that day!
Sorry to hear of her "moving on" but I'm happy to know that she is now out of harms way.
Pebble shared a few great recipes with me...I sure am glad we had that rapport. And now those recipes really have extra meaning to them, not just good eating!
Am thinking of Pebble today. And, just as importantly, thinking of her Family, sending them wishes and prayers of strength.
Shoe
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MaVieRose
High Desert, CA (Zone 8a)
September 15, 2009 12:02 AM Post #7064638
| i am so sorry to hear Pebble left us. i am so sad, but glad in a way cuz she is free from all her sufferings and pain.
Pebble and i go a long way ... from sharing our problems including recipes we exchange thru the years. whenever Pebble travels, she pop in d-mail or email inquiring about certain "new" ingredients to her during her travel, specially her trip to far east asia. Pebble and i share exploring and learning food from other countries. Pebble is more than a friend, more like a sister from far away land.
i know how bad it is to feel losing a love one. i lost my father last month... my condolence to Pebble's family, my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Pebble, i know u are freed from all the pains. u are now safe in the hands of God! i will miss u terribly Dearest Pebble. |
Sheila_FW
Fort Worth, TX (Zone 8a)
September 15, 2009 4:52 AM Post #7065749
| I didn't know Pebble, but want to thank her and others that were the first members of this beautiful family we call Dave's Garden. May her family take comfort from her friends' words. |
hope43
Tulsa, OK (Zone 7a)
September 15, 2009 1:55 PM Post #7066494
| So very very sorry for her family and friends.,prayers of comfort. Another angel arrived in Heaven... She had a wonderful smile..
we know sometimes not much hope,or as Daris said proable, but we must always keep our hope and faith with him, i know she did. And we have a Miracle Father.. |
GrannyLois
Elizabethton (Stoney, TN (Zone 6b)
September 15, 2009 3:16 PM Post #7066826
| I met Pebble 7 years ago when I was out that way for son Dan's wedding. She cooked a delicious brunch for me, daughter Susie, and son Dave. She was so gracious, a great cook, and had an artistic mind.
She reminded me of a person who lived life to the fullest. Although it is sad that her life on earth is over, I'm glad for her that she has entered eternal life.
May God bless her family. |
Ginger_H
Fountain, FL (Zone 8a)
September 15, 2009 3:56 PM Post #7066948
| How very sad. Huggs to her family. |
taynors
Urbana, OH (Zone 5b)
September 15, 2009 5:27 PM Post #7067246
| i loved her recipes she always shared. They were always so good. She was full of fun and laughter on the threads . She added a sparkle in our lives . :)
She will be missed and always remembered . |
Ponditis
Payette, ID (Zone 7a)
September 16, 2009 7:18 AM Post #7069504
| She was my first secret trade here on DG and we also conversed several times over plants that she had to find homes for before she left for Turkey. I never managed to get over to see her before she left but will always remember her kindness.
I will be praying for her family and beloved friends.
Lani |
SingingWolf
Menifee, CA (Zone 9a)
September 16, 2009 4:04 PM Post #7070415
| My thoughts and prayers for her family. Pebbles will be greatly missed by the DG community.
Walk In Beauty!
SingingWolf |
lizh
N.C. Mts., NC (Zone 6b)
September 16, 2009 11:02 PM Post #7071738
| Prayers and love to all of Pebbles family. |
justmeLisa
Brewers, KY (Zone 6b)
September 16, 2009 11:28 PM Post #7071867
| I'm so sad to read of her passing. My sympathies go out to her family along with my prayers. |
gardenwife
Newark, OH (Zone 5b)
September 17, 2009 2:15 AM Post #7072596
| Oh, no! :( We are in Kentucky and I fell behind on threads. I didn't learn of Pebble's death until just tonight, when Countrygardens told Howie and me. I loved Pebble's honesty and directness. For many years, we kept in touch through the Healthy Living threads, and most recently on Facebook, too. I am going to miss my friend! My love and prayers go out for her family and friends. |
MistyMeadows
Payneville, KY (Zone 7a)
September 17, 2009 3:02 AM Post #7072738
| I am just now reading this. I am so sad about this. She was such a kind hearted person. We used to talk about how she couldn't always find the herbs and ingredients we talked about in recipes and so we talk of ways to improvise. She was a wonderful cook, a good wife, mother and friend. She will be dearly missed.
What an infectious smile in her pictures, she always seemed to be smiling.
Prayers going out to her family and friends.
Kathy |
Larkie
Camilla, GA (Zone 8a)
September 17, 2009 3:07 AM Post #7072754
| Here is a memorial page if interested.
http://www.facebook.com/search/?q=Pebble Jackson&init=quick#...
Larkie |
VGMKY
Louisville, KY
September 17, 2009 11:07 AM Post #7073303
| Thank You Larkie. I am a member of Facebook and have posted there this morning.
Gary |
Larkie
Camilla, GA (Zone 8a)
September 17, 2009 11:53 AM Post #7073380
| Your welcome!
I thought it was (is) a very nice tribute.. She had many friends.
Larkie |
eyesoftexas
Toadsuck, TX (Zone 7a)
September 17, 2009 4:23 PM Post #7074174
| Through my tears, through all the 8 years I;ve known Pebble, she has always been, and will always be one of my true kindred spirits here on DG and in the whole world. This multifaceted lady left a giant hole...one that will never be completely refilled. My love and condolences to her family...God has her in his loving arms now, and you can just bet she's basking in the knowlege of all the anwers to life's unanswered questions...but, she is free...and she is still loved, as always.
"eyes" |
plutodrive
Denver, CO (Zone 5b)
September 18, 2009 2:59 AM Post #7076162
| Oh, I just found out. It was always a good thing to have pebble on the recipe forum. She has a smile that makes you feel good. I see that her son has that same smile! |
Terry
Murfreesboro, TN (Zone 7a)
 September 19, 2009 1:58 AM Post #7079647
| I'm so very sorry for her family's loss. We will definitely miss her!!! |
Kidneyguy
Verona, ON
September 19, 2009 8:40 AM Post #7080354
| Remember to drink your waters ladies!!!!!! My goodness if that is not Pebble's refrain , I don't know whose it is. This delightfuly spunky lady made me laugh at times when I thought the sun was never going to shine again. Do you all remember her aerial shots of the baby birds hatching waaaaay back in 2003 I think?
There is 1 less star shinning tonight up in that vast sky of ours and it was a particularlly brilliant shining star. Pebble's son and daughter you were so fortunate to have had such a spirited lady as your mother. May her spirit live on in both of you.
To Pebble's family my sincerest sympathies. You have all been blessed with the presence of a marvelous lady in your ife. Please treasure her memories and keep them alive.
Dianne |
Joy
Kalama, WA (Zone 8b)
September 19, 2009 9:04 AM Post #7080385
| I check this forum every now and then and I just stumbled on this tonight. I'm so sad to hear this. I didn't even know Pebble had been ill. I too am from the early days of DG and was lucky enough to meet Pebble in person. We met at a local Home and Garden Show along with a few other DGer's back in 2001, I think it was. Pebble was the kind of person you felt completely comfortable with from the start. She was so warm and friendly. I liked her immediantly.
I remember she invited me over to her beautiful home after the garden show. She gave me a lot of starts from her beautiful plants that day. I still have those plants. She was such a lovely person. She will be missed. My thoughts are with her family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Joy
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Ginger_H
Fountain, FL (Zone 8a)
September 19, 2009 5:34 PM Post #7081341
| When somebody dies, a cloud turns into an angel, and flies up to tell God to put another flower on a pillow.
A bird gives the message back to the world, and sings a silent prayer that makes the rain cry.
People disappear, but they never really go away.
The spirits up there put the sun to bed, wake up the grass, and spin the earth in dizzy circles.
Sometimes you can see them dancing in a cloud during the day-time, when they're supposed to be sleeping.
They paint the rainbows and also the sunsets and make waves splash and tug at the tide.
They toss shooting stars and listen to wishes.
And when they sing wind-songs, they whisper to us, don't miss me too much.
The view is nice and I'm doing just fine.
-Ashley |
VGMKY
Louisville, KY
September 19, 2009 8:17 PM Post #7081786
| Thank You, Ashley, for sharing those thoughts with us. I feel lifted and inspired just reading it!
I just this week received news of the death of a former minister I had worked with for 6 1/2 years.while living in Greenville, SC. His funeral was yesterday but we were unable to travel due to health problems.
Peace and grace.
Gary |
KyWoods
Melbourne, KY (Zone 6a)
September 20, 2009 1:06 AM Post #7082578
| Ashley, that's beautiful! Did you compose it? |
Ginger_H
Fountain, FL (Zone 8a)
September 20, 2009 5:53 PM Post #7084489
| The piece I posted was actually written by Ashley...a writer or contributer to a site that years ago had free e-cards. I *think* it is/was called Blue Mountain.
I'm happy that it was able to bring some comfort and peace...I really like it too.
Ginger |
KyWoods
Melbourne, KY (Zone 6a)
September 21, 2009 1:14 AM Post #7085935
| OH, I remember Blue Mountain, yes, I loved their cards! Thanks for clearing up the confusion with your DG name, lol. |
Ginger_H
Fountain, FL (Zone 8a)
September 22, 2009 4:57 PM Post #7092128
| Just googled blue mountain...still there! |
henryr10
Cincinnati, OH (Zone 6b)
September 23, 2009 1:19 AM Post #7093911
| Vicky (vic) has received a note from Pebble's Sister.
As Vicky is currently dealing w/ a Family illness she asked if I would forward this message.
I've taken the liberty of editing out a personal note to Vicky and Pebble's obituary as Joan has added it in the opening Thread.
Ric
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... we shall see how
I can go about it, but I want to make it happen.
I will be taking Pebble's ashes back to Turkey
with me next summer, and scattering them
in the turquoise colored Aegean Sea off of
Bodrum, where she lived for 5 years. This was
her wish.
Please tell everyone at Dave's Garden how much she
enjoyed their friendship over all these years - and their
kindness and generosity when she told them she was
ill and diagnosed with cancer. So many people were
so sweet and generous - it really meant a lot to her
and touched both of our hearts. DG members are the
BEST!!
Thank YOU,
love and hugs,
Moyra
This message was edited Sep 22, 2009 9:20 PM |
KyWoods
Melbourne, KY (Zone 6a)
September 23, 2009 5:05 PM Post #7096060
| That's beautiful. Thanks for the update! |
taynors
Urbana, OH (Zone 5b)
September 25, 2009 12:45 AM Post #7101364
| Thank you Ric for doing that . :)
got all teary eyed again :(
i miss her.
That tourqoise blue sea sounds like a wonderful resting place. She looked great in that color too !
prayers for the family |
hczone6
Cincinnati (area), OH (Zone 6a)
December 21, 2009 10:58 PM Post #7388881
| I'm always out of the loop it seems. I just discovered today that she past away a few months back. Very sad...very. :-( |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ (Zone 8a)
April 6, 2010 4:13 PM Post #7684985
| Pebble was on my mind a lot today...I miss her here in The Garden...Jo |
Kidneyguy
Verona, ON
April 6, 2010 4:19 PM Post #7685001
| So do I Jo, so did I. I still remember to "drink my water" everyday though... thank you Pebble for that.
Dianne |
henryr10
Cincinnati, OH (Zone 6b)
April 6, 2010 6:38 PM Post #7685341
| Jo it's funny I was thinking on her yesterday.
Our neighbor's Turk's Caps are coming up in the Garden.
Reminded me of something we talked about near the end...
I associate people, pets, events and places that way.
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IO1
Waaaay Down South, GA
April 6, 2010 9:19 PM Post #7685746
| I miss her so much, too. I have a lot of her recipes in my recipe file. She had some mighty good ones she shared on the "healthy living forum". :-) Yeah, and I can still hear her saying "Drink your water!"
Hugs Pebble ... I bet that's some garden! |
Kell
Northern California, CA (Zone 9b)
September 14, 2010 4:20 PM Post #8099330
| It has been a year now since your passing. Feels so much longer. I hope your dear kids are doing well! I think of you often! |
IO1
Waaaay Down South, GA
September 18, 2010 5:44 AM Post #8105543
| I'm still missing you ... You really touched me and blessed my life. Prayers to your family.
Hugs&blessings ... ~Susan |
Anna_Z
Monroe, WI (Zone 4b)
November 11, 2010 11:22 PM Post #8207515
| Think of you in quite moments, Pebble dear...
Has anyone heard from her sister and if she was able to make it back to Turkey this past summer to reunite Pebble with her beautiful sea? |
