Your Mom was a warm, loyal friend and I shall miss our walks, chats and mini visits. She has been through so much in the last few years and she deserved a stress free time to enjoy her home. We had some fun times with your parents since they moved to the lake, celebrating close anniversaries, dinners and golf tournaments. – Steve and Judy Guest
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