Friday, March 15, 2019
Suzanne, Jon, Tom, my childhood friends.
I regret I am not able to be with you physically tomorrow as you say good bye to your mom, my neighbor-mom, Betty Schadl.
So many memories!
I was with you through many moments and I smile now as I think back on our childhood. Not always perfect by any measure, but what unity and strength we forged on Neptune Drive!
I thought and thought about how I could come home to Ohio to join you tomorrow and ultimately I am not able make the journey. However I will be with you in spirit and in mourning. I will be holding my own vigil in Kodiak Alaska while you celebrate the life and memory of your mother in Akron Ohio.
I send my love and my prayers to you and your families. I give each of you and your spouse and children a warm hug. It has been so long since I have seen all of you but forever hold you dear. All my love and sympathy. May you have a beautiful celebration of life and family tomorrow! Julie
