Tributes
Leave a tributeSometimes can't help but wonder what we'd be getting up to these days if circumstances hadn't changed. Can't help but wonder what expressions or mannerisms Ella would have picked up from you. You are forever missed.
Missing you a lot today. Your christmas tree was beautiful this holiday and I will be taking it down today (per our family custom). You would be very proud of Gerard (aka Ticky), who worked very hard and is leaving tomorrow to study in France for 6 months. Wish you were here and love you very much.
Until we meet again,
Your sister Zita
I just want you to know how much you're missed and how much happiness you brought into my life, as well as everyone who had the honor and chance to know you.
Love,
Adrienne ("Erin's Mom")
Last week I accepted an offer for work in Atlanta...I just want you to know that you'll always be the first one I think of the moment I have big news to share. Dang, I miss you.
Acronym: Missed, Amazing, Rare, Inspiring
Never to far from my thoughts.
I miss you so much and you are often on my mind. I see your smile, your wit and your kindness shining through. I long for your presence and will be overjoyed to see you once again when it is my turn to leave this earth. Honestly, you are a genius with heart! Love You!
Love,
Zita
Your caring ways, intelligence and charm live in my heart forever.
Love you with all my heart!
Your brother, Felix
I wish you were still here, but you left an imprint on this world that will not be forgotten. I love you and can't wait to see you again!
Love, your sister Zita
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I have been locked out of my email account since November 8, 2023, therefore, I did not get the timely reminder from this site, but I knew the date was approaching. I was trying to remember the name of this memorial site and finally I did – Forever missed! …Oh how appropriate… You are missed, you are loved, you are remembered! Crazy times Mari and I know you’re watching from above with Dad!
-Later (it’s never goodbye)
Love, Zi
You are missed Mari and I have some comfort to know that you are with Dad.
I like to use the image of a candle when I write to you because part of your name means light and also you will forever shine brightly in our minds and heart❣️
Great Teacher
Many of you may not have known this about Mari, but just as we were always learning something from her, so too did handfuls of elementary school students whom she volunteered to read to after school. As Florida Future Educators of America participants, we regularly visited a neighboring school & were each assigned a group of small children to connect with through book discussions, craft projects, & similar activities as a means of nurturing our interests and futures in teaching. This is not something I would have naturally pursued on my own, but she had that special way of transferring her enthusiasm of a subject on to us who are less motivated!
Hi Marialla,
I was just reading the stories Erin shared with you and thought back to the time when you and Erin were in front of Leon High by the big sign that originally said, "Thank you, Waste Management for the Trash Cans." I was getting inpatient with both of you... You were rearranging letters that Erin handed you. Finally, I got out of my car to see what you 2 were up to and the sign now said, "Thank you, Waste Management for those Rash Cats!" I wanted to yell at you both but instead, we all burst out laughing!
You always seemed to appreciate the chocolate chip cookies I made you so I think of you every time I bake them.
I honestly don't know how you two managed to keep from getting into more trouble than you did but you were always very clever and witty. I really miss you. My prayers go out to you and your family. You are truly loved.
Love,
"Erin's Mom," (Adrienne)
Creativity Abounded!
Girlie, just randomly remembering the song you wrote for my cat Midnight about shoes, his greatest passion. Not many cats can say they have a personal soundtrack, and one of such a catchy tune for that matter! I hear us - you - singing it at ear-shattering decibel levels, oblivious to the world...a bold freedom that only comes with having one's best friend by her side. Someday my unborn children will sing this to their pets! Love you.