Auntie Cherry filled my life with so much love, joy, and endless laughter. She had  such a giving spirit regardless of how much or how little she had. I loved to see her smile and get tickled while telling stories regarding her school days.  She was such a good story teller ! Shopping for bargains with her and my Mom was the best adventure any little girl and adult could ask for while ending the day with a delicious meal and  a table full of storytime laughter . Her connection to God and her consistent desire to always do His will was admired.  I truly loved the way she loved me and I loved loving her and being in her presence. I can't wait to see her beautiful face and hear her laughter again . 

Grandma had the biggest heart and was very generous to those she loved and cared about.  She looked for ways to help as best she could. I remember a number of times she would stop if she saw a single mom walking along the road with their child and offer them a ride. As a child myself, I didn’t understand but this taught me compassion and fellow feeling. I recall instances after our Sunday meetings she would take meals to those shut in and we would just sit for hours and chat to keep them company. As a child sometimes those visits felt like forever but this taught me patience and empathy. Grandma was always using every opportunity to impart wisdom and of course  wittiness for good measure! I love her very much and I often replay several of these small moments in my mind. She has helped tremendously to shape me into the person I am today and I am forever grateful for that love she shared in abundance!