Beth...

Ann & Beth
Mitchell & Erin's Wedding Reception
June 2008

Mitchell, Erin & Beth
Wedding Reception
June 2008

Three weeks ago, February 7th, 2011, a dear friend of ours passed away after a short illness.  This planet said goodbye to a 41 year old friend, cousin, aunt, sister, daughter, mother and wife.  Her funeral was held five days later and there was standing room only where Beth was eulogized  and remembered by colleagues, family and friends.  A reception was held after the services where Beth served as Principal for three years.  Hundreds visited, enjoyed food and refreshment and remembered an amazing life well lived.

Beth was the person that hired me ten years ago for my first job as a school counselor.  Several years later she hired my wife as as a secretary at her school and then promoted her to be the school's office manager and her personal secretary.  The last ten years have given us many memories of Beth at work, at home and at school.  She attended some of our family events, such as baby blessings, mission farewells and wedding receptions.  We've been at her home on numerous occasions, enjoying her mother, her daughters and  her husband...and enjoying Beth.

Our hearts have been heavy because of the mortal loss of this wonderful lady.  She was all about laughter and making each moment count.  In her 41 years on this planet, she packed it all in...living a full and rewarding life.  We celebrate her.  We love her.  Yes, we miss her.  Oh how she touched our life.  Laugh Beth, laugh and wait for us.