I think of you always. We all miss you so much! Keith was just talking about his slippers he put on last night.

I am so thankful for all the years I had you as my grandmother.
You were one of the strongest women I had ever known, thank God you have passed your strength down to your daughters, grand-daughters and great-grand-daughters.

I love and miss you!

Love, Karen

Your mother or, Mrs. Lewis, as I always called her, was a very strong, yet gentle woman. I can remember going over to see Shirley, and, toward Christmas especially, Mrs. Lewis would be sitting in her living room in her “knitting” chair as I remember, sometimes watching TV, but also making a pair of slippers for one of the kids or grandkids. She would tell me, only “so many numbers” to go. All the little ones and big ones alike had to have a pair of slippers from her at Christmas. Then, “she wasn’t making any more”……’til the next go around.

I can see her out back of the house, sitting in her swing, with “Ginger” the dog, just enjoying the day, taking a rest from it all. Or, sometimes, I would stop over and she would be cooking, or just getting off of work. Tired, but always friendly and eager to talk.

Mrs. Lewis was a good mother, much like my own mother. A hardworking woman she was, with always sometimes that had to be done, but she could still find the time to talk or make Shirley and me some of the best-tasting donuts I had ever eaten, or yummy pizza. I can remember also that big kitchen table the Lewises had, with room enough for everyone and always welcoming me when I stopped in. Shirley and I had some good times playing games around that table, as did my husband Tony and sister Angie.

I remember good times down at the Lewis home, talking to both Mrs. Lewis and also, Mr. Lewis. He was full of advice and stories.

I remember Mrs. Lewis saying, “It’s a great life if you don’t weaken.” What a true statement is is!!! My husband Tony and I both say that statement when life is particularly trying. What an impression that must have made on us both to have remembered it all these years.

My husband Tony and I loved both of your parents. I know that it is hard to lose people you love so deeply but it makes it easier knowing their suffering is over and they’re in Heaven, no more pain, only gladness.

Please know that your mother will not be forgotten by us. She was a wonderful woman.

We care deeply for you.

Judy and Tony Lawyer