I always looked up to you and admired you so much. You taught me so many things when I was a little girl. I'll never forget the memories growing up and being with you out at the lake house. You were such an inspiration to me. I have so many letters to read now and reminisce of the stories you used to tell me. You will truly be missed. Forever your granddaughter,
I was so proud to have called Fern my mother in law. She epitomized grace, love of family, and beauty to me. I have a portrait of my son Joe, her grandson, taken from when he was a little boy visiting her in Florida. She had it hanging in her home for several years and now I have it. I look at that portrait and am reminded of her love of her grandchildren. Special is an understatement. Fern was epic. Good bye dear dear lady.