In Memory of Loretta Ann McCauley

This site is dedicated to my mother, Loretta Ann McCauley. She was my "Mom", the one who brought me into this world and loved me unconditionally throughout my life. I owe so much to her that I do not know where to begin.

When Mom's Source was in its very early stages, I had hopes to make my mother happy by helping my wife create this site. My mother loved to surf the Internet and find some of the wildest, funniest things imaginable. She embraced technology better than anyone her age that I have known and was constantly teaching herself more and more every day.

Some days, of course, I was called as "Technical Support" to get her through a few things. Above all things, my mothers’ strongest point was walking with the Lord. Her Faith was unyielding, so strong it was that she could make it through the worst of situations with a smile. I know in my years I added much stress and heartache and looking back, I would do anything to take it all back.My mother is survived by my father and my two brothers and their wives and by my wife and whole bunch of grandchildren. Mom's Source is not, and will never become a site that is 'cookie cutter' and has a dry corporate feel to it. My goal along with my wife, the founder, is to make this feel like home to moms.Some days, I get angry and sad that my mother is not here to see what we have started and what we have accomplished. I know my mother would have been very active on the site, by all means; a mother for 42 years and wife for 46 has to have quite a bit of good information to share.
I want to let the world know that I love my mother dearly, and always will. I will still refer to her has 'Momma' no matter how old I get or who I talk too. The last time I saw my mother was on Mothers Day 2006, when the last photo of her was taken with my baby girl, of which my mother loved so much.

My mother passed away May 20th 2006, as my wife and I were working on Mom's Source. Everything took a quick back seat and Mom's Source almost died, because pain quickly became associated with our project. We picked ourselves back up and moved on. Today we are still moving on. With my mother in my dreams and my thoughts, every step asking myself is this is what my mother would want or approve of.

Mom, I love you...

Your Baby Boy... Stewart...

I decided that I wanted to create a place where all moms could come. A place where they could share their stories, their opinions, a place where they could have their needs met, all in one place. I mentioned to Mom McCauley what I wanted to create and she told me to let her know when it was done.

She will never have that opportunity, but it is because of her, that I have kept going with Mom’s Source. Mom McCauley loved to send emails to everyone, she loved to browse things online and she LOVED recipes. She had recipes galore! She never believed in shopping online, rather she would find something and call the company and place her order.

Mom McCauley stood out to everyone with her kindness, her unconditional love and most of all her love for our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I don’t know how many times she would simply tell me, “I will pray for you”.  She glorified the Lord in song and music and by helping in the church ministry. She truly dedicated her life to the Lord.

I did not know Mom McCauley long, I knew her for about 3 years. I was the stubborn daughter-in-law! I could be extremely difficult and hard headed. I still am in some ways but I am working on those. I would give anything to go back and correct my wrongs and stubbornness with her. Knowing that is not possible, the best thing that I can do for her is to love her son, my father-in-law (Dad), my children, the extended family, and to never ever let her memory fade! But most of all Love the Lord!

She loved her role as a mom, wife and grandmother. She always held her head up high and had a smile on her face. I remember when we went shopping and went to Dillard’s or some higher priced department store. I whispered to her how uncomfortable I felt going in the store and her reply to me was: “Tammra, your husband works very hard to provide for you and the children. He makes good money and there is no reason for you to be uncomfortable since you can shop at these stores and not be working in them.” By no means was she putting people down but letting me see that I should also hold my head high. I have never ever walked into a store and felt uncomfortable.

Mom McCauley always said, “ I am not a Housewife, but a Domestic Engineer”. She always had a way to put things into a new perspective.

Mom McCauley was truly a role model! She will greatly be missed by so many people but she will NEVER be forgotten!

Love Ya Mom!

Tammra 

Sis. Loretta was a wonderful friend and example to me. We had many laughs together, shared thoughts and ideas and talked a lot about music. She loved to sing in the different choirs and the Lord gave her many wonderful songs. I count it an honor to be called her friend. I loved her and I will miss her.
- Lydia Oelschlaeger 

Sis Loretta was a special friend to me and I will always have a special place in my heart for her. I will miss all the funny emails and especially the friendly advice she gave me. Just remember all the fun times and what a great mother and wife she was. Iwill keep all of you in my prayers during this time of adjustment you will be making in your life without her.She was special.
- Darlena Williams 

 Sis. Loretta loved gospel music and loved to sing from the time she was a young girl. I will miss her e-mails and funny remarks that sometimes came with forwards she would send. She will be missed at church more than we realize. She put in many, many long hours working on video tapes of our church services for others to enjoy for years to come. Our prayers are for the family as they learn to live their days without her.
- Darlene Stelljes 

you are a special lady. rest in peace.
- bubba allen 

Sis. Loretta, what a wonderful person. Our entire family has loved the McCauley family and you will be greatly missed.
- Dawna Coleman 

You were a special lady. Your loved & will be missed very much. May you forever rest in peace.
- Carol 

If you knew Loretta Ann McCauley, or were touched by her in any way and would like to add something in her memory, please send your information/story to This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it