Death date: Mar 2, 2015
Eileen Welp Erdelyan, beloved mother, born September 13th, 1929 in Wabasha, Minnesota to Leo Welp and Florence Harney passed away March 3rd 2015. Eileen grew up in Minnesota but moved to Atlanta, Georgia after graduating high scho Read Obituary
Greg, Becky and family,
My deepest emotions were touched when I read about Eileen. She was one of the most sincere and fun people in my life when I met Mark and entered into the Erdelyan family. We leaned on each other through many hardships and helped make each other strong. I loved her as a mother and you, Greg, as a younger brother. She will definitely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Love - Susan Tennison Back in TEXAS
"Hi honey", "thank you honey", you look nice honey". Always sweet, always smiling Eileen' love for her family was as constant as the sparkle in her eyes . We are so blessed to have shared some of her life's path and will miss this beautiful woman .
The McNeill Family
Sweet Eileen - what a blessing to have known you! Eileen's spirit was always strong and presented itself through her quick and hardy giggle and witty sense of humor. She loved family, loved books, loved jewelry, just loved in large style! We miss her and are enriched by our memories of her. Much love and many prayers - love Shelli, Duane, Austin and Kara
Eileen is my aunt. My earliest memory of her was cozying up to her on our family sofa- I must have been 4-5 years old... She was SO glamourous--make up, DRESSED and smelled amazing. Her jewelry was my favorite-especially her RINGS. And FUN.(she drove an MG- how cool was that?) Growing up, I never recall her coming over empty handed- food, gifts, you name it. Generosity flowed from her like breathing does for the rest of us. Her wit was acute, but not mean. And her laugh. That gorgeous laugh. Was there anything better?
I think what I admired most about her is how much she loved my mom. She and Uncle Lou took my mom into their home at the age of 14-15 and became the parents she never really had. She never forgot that. What always struck me about their sister bond over the years was the degree of pure acceptance of each other -no judgement; only appreciation. And love. So much love.
When Aunt Eileen left Texas 7 years ago, she was excited to join her family in Georgia, and while it was tough to see her go, we were happy to see her enjoy her retirement after years of devoted service to the elderly, in a beautiful home that her children provided for her. I cannot think of a more caring and devoted son and daughter than Greg and Becky. You have our complete admiration and respect. And her granddaughters and great grandson! Do you know how much she BRAGGED about you? She was SO INCREDIBLY PROUD of each and everyone of you! Over the years, her first order of business would be to sit down at our kitchen table, coffee in hand, and take out countless photos and share stories....over and over. She loved you all so....
The planet will not feel the same without you on it, Aunt Eileen. Thank you for all that you gave to so many. Rest in Peace. And may God bless your beautiful soul.
I love you,
Rebecca
Eileen was a very special part of the Erdelyan family and we are fortunate to have known and loved such a wonderful person. Her sharp mind, colorful personality and loving heart will never be forgotten. Sending much love and prayers at this time and always.
