5-26-2010 Plans have been finalized to take Pam to Massachusetts. We have a committal service scheduled for June 22nd at a cemetery in Agawam, just outside of Springfield.

As it turns out, a number of my relatives from other states will be in the vicinity because of another celebration in Maine on June 26th. That celebration involves dedication of a historical marker for one of our ancestors who served in the Revolutionary War. It will a grand opportunity to see family and friends as I drive around New England before returning home.

My immediate family and I send our love to all our friends who remembered Pam through countless cards, calls and prayers. God bless you all!

5/12/2010 We had a celebration of Pam's life on May 8th. Pam had prepared a list of 30 of her favorite hymns and anthems in planning her memorial service dominated by music. Our normal choir of 50 members was augmented by another singers who knew Pam through other church choirs and the Treasure Coast Community Singers, a group that Pam thoroughly enjoyed. A total of 111 singers sang 11 selections and the handbell choir performed 3 selections. Our soloists and instrumentalists were inspired and wonderful. All of our children and 7 of 8 grandchildren attended. Friends and family traveled from distant locations to celebrate her life. It was an uplifting experience for us.

We are making plans for Pam's final resting place in Massachusetts.

Our two years of struggle with the effects of cancer are over. Our faith in the Lord and the support of our friends kept us going. Psalm 100 says in the last verse. "For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations." Pam is at peace, now.

5/4/2010 The obituary will be published in the Stuart News on May 5th. Here is a link to the newspaper: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/tcpalm. The funeral home has also published the notice at its website at www.heavencalled.com. There also is a link to a guest book and information on donations to the Music Ministry at the North Stuart Baptist Church. The music ministry involved handbells for adults and children, choirs for all ages, and special programs and provided spirit-filled joy to Pam. This was her passion and her gift to the church.

Our family has been comforted by your calls, cards, prayers and continuous support. May God bless you all.