My fondest memories of Mom take me back to District Heights, my childhood home. I see Mom in the kitchen preparing dinner. She would wear an apron and talk to herself as she reached for some caraway seeds to complete the Hungarian Goulash or grab some red wine to finish the Coq au Vin. It was the early '60's and I was about 9 or 10.  Mom was a really great cook. This is just one of many memories of Mom. 

As I look back, I am proud to say that my Mom was the best.

Dearest Mother, 
you are home now,back together with your beloved Larry. Rest in Peace.
Your loving daughter

Hardage-Giddens Oaklawn Chapel

Ellen Bechtel

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Ellen V. Bechtel

April 10, 1920 – December 11, 2013

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