Mom was a special lady. She had a generous heart. She was always there with an encouraging word, a helping hand, and a shoulder to cry on. She was the rock that held our family together. No matter where we were or how far we traveled, she made sure we always felt we had a home. Our family historian, she kept us in touch with family and friends, passing on the latest news so that we kept up with where people were and what they were doing. Whether people knew Mom for years or only for a short time, she touched the lives of those around her. While she loved us all deeply and we were very important to her, Daddy was her world. Without him, even surrounded by loving family and friends, she was always lonely. Even knowing that they are together again and that she isn't lonely anymore, those of us left behind will always miss her, love her and be lonely without her. She was the best Mom and friend anyone could ever ask for.
Sandy, Bob, Bob, Rosemary, Pat
