Wednesday, January 13, 2021
A memory of Grace - where should I start! We were friends beginning freshman year of high school. We both spent our grammar school years in different elementary schools. Such a long time ago that the actual beginning is sketchy. I think though it was partly because of LHS baseball. If I’m not mistaken, her older brother played as did my friend’s brother, so we went to all the games. She was always a fun person, happy-go-lucky to be around. We remained friends through the years, as I was even in her first marriage wedding party. Then came her darling children. I specifically remember being invited for dinner one time, and when I arrived - the invite was for the following week - did we have a belly laugh over that (after my embarrassment passed)! I remember helping her move a few times, and being around her and her children in general. As life is unpredictable, Grace moved out west and our visits were far and few between though we did talk via phone on occasion. After her return to New Jersey, her health wasn’t great. The last time I saw her was a high school reunion where we picked her up so she could participate in the fun. After that I moved to south Jersey and did not drive to the Wayne area so other than sending a few cards, we sadly lost touch. May we all remember her as the vibrant, fun-loving soul she was during her life on earth. You will be missed! Love your life-long friend, Jackie
