It's 2 am and tomorrow I have to say good bye to a strong,loving beautiful mom. Because that was what you were to me for 31 years! I don't even know what to say. I am so sad. For me and our family. You were and always will be a part of our every day life. You were a loving mom to Jim and he loves you above and beyond. He always put you in the highest regards. He loves you SO much. And I do too. We had so many great times. I will cherish always. Dancing in the bar room, back yard where ever there was music and Miller Lite. It didn't matter. We made it our party! Our little Galena getaways. Going to the drag strip. We loved spending time with you and Greg. Many great memories locked in my heart always. You becoming a Grandma, well that was just that, it filled your heart like no other. You loved each and every one of them. So proud of all of them. And they will make you proud every step of the way. I am going to miss your humor and talking to you. Laughing until I was in tears. i am gong to miss you period. I know you will be here with us. And that will just give us a boost and a kick in the a$$ to do our best and be our best. Or else!!! I love you Jan and I will see you again! That's right, I have a ticket to heaven too. Believe it or not! Not now and hopefully not for a long time. But in time. Rest peacefully Mama Jan. Love you always, Karen