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The Guzlas Family extends this prayer: May God bless Miss Effie and her family during this difficult time. May you be lifted up in prayer and may you remember the beautiful soul that was Effie. May God welcome her into His loving arms until she be reunited with her loved ones once again in eternity.
My heart can't make sense of this. There wasn't anyone in the digital sphere at the Smithsonian who didn't know and admire Effie. We all stand on the shoulders of her truly transformational work, and benefitted from her passion and kindness. Rest easy, friend. I'll carry you with me.
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Effie, I loved shaking tables with you during my time at the Smithsonian. You truly pushed for the museum community to become better and more reflective of our world. You will be dearly missed. 

Lanae 

Effie at Greensgrow an urban …
Effie at Greensgrow an urban farmer's market (big surprise!) in Philadelphia beautifully modeling in front of the signs I painted
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Effie and Andrew talking with…
2017, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Effie and Andrew talking with my mom at our wedding (Stefan and Heather Frank)
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Watching White Christmas with…
2017, Music Box Theatre, North Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
Watching White Christmas with the family
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Effie and Melina helping me c…
2021, Navy yard
Effie and Melina helping me celebrate. She was a lovely friend. And a beautiful mother.

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