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My passion for genealogy, nurtured over 70 years since 1955, led me to Find A Grave. The supportive community here inspired me to create memorials for family, friends, and others, helping to connect them with their beloved ancestors. I believe every person deserves a memorial, as each life is precious and every individual matters.

Through Find A Grave, I often visit my loved ones' memorials, using the links to navigate seamlessly between them. I especially cherish the memorial of my late husband, Bill, whose memory I keep alive here: William A. "Bill" Curci (1931–2021).

Feel free to visit his memorial: William A. "Bill" Curci, 1931-2021 (Memorial ID: 268792920). He always valued and supported my work on this site. Family members can now easily connect to the memorials I am honored to manage. I like to imagine the joy others feel when they discover new and exciting information about their heritage through these memorials and biographies.

In How Green Was My Valley, Richard Llewellyn writes: 'I saw behind me those who had gone, and before me those who are to come. I looked back and saw my father and his father and all our fathers, and in front to see my son and his son, and the sons upon sons beyond. And their eyes were my eyes. As I felt so they had felt, and were to feel, as then, so now, as tomorrow and forever. . . . for I was in a long line that had no beginning and no end. And the hand of his father grasped my father's hand and his hand was in mine, and my unborn son took my right hand and all, up and down the line that stretched from Time-That-Was to Time-That-Is and Is-Not-Yet, raised their hands to show the link. And we found that we were one....'

In Voices in Your Blood, G. G. Vandagriff writes: 'Discovering your heritage is a homecoming in the truest sense. The entity that we call "me" is the most recent chapter in a long line of stories, the stories belonging to those who make up our pedigree. Our ancestors have met life's challenges in their own particular ways, and in doing so have bequeathed to each of us a uniquely individual heritage. Part of that heritage contains burdens that are difficult, and part of it contains our richest blessings.

'A few select 'voices in my blood' per DNA:

I am the sixth great-granddaughter of Jean Grou (1644–1690, Find a Grave Memorial ID 185295622), a valiant French Canadian pioneer and early hero of New France.Jean Grou settled in the Rivière-des-Prairies area of Montreal, Quebec, where he owned land along what became known as La Coulée Grou. On July 2, 1690, during the Beaver Wars (Iroquois Wars), his property was the site of the Bataille de la Coulée Grou (Battle of Coulée Grou). In this fierce clash, Jean Grou was captured by Iroquois warriors and tragically put to death at the stake at the age of 45.In recognition of his bravery and sacrifice as a pioneer of New France, the area was named La Coulée Grou in his honor. Later, the Canadian Navy paid tribute to him by naming an attack frigate HMCS Grou after him during the Second World War.His legacy as a Canadian hero was further preserved and highlighted by his notable descendant, the renowned Quebec historian Lionel Groulx.

I am the first cousin twice removed of Lionel-Adolphe Groulx (1878–1967), one of the most influential Quebec historians, nationalists, and public intellectuals of the 20th century.Born on January 13, 1878, in Vaudreuil, Quebec, Groulx was ordained as a Roman Catholic priest in 1903. He taught history at Valleyfield College and became the first professor to hold the Chair of Canadian History at the Université de Montréal in 1915. Through his writings, lectures, and teaching, he played a major role in shaping modern French-Canadian identity and nationalism.A prolific author, his most important works include Histoire du Canada français depuis la découverte (1950–52), the essay collection Notre maître le passé, and the novel L'Appel de la race (published under a pseudonym). He also founded the Institut d'histoire de l'Amérique française in 1946. His ideas had a profound influence on the development of Quebec nationalism and helped lay intellectual groundwork for the Quiet Revolution.Groulx was a direct descendant of Jean Grou (1644–1690), a pioneer of New France who owned the land where the Bataille de la Coulée Grou was fought in 1690. Jean Grou was captured and killed by Iroquois warriors during the Beaver Wars. Lionel Groulx helped preserve and promote this family and regional history through his scholarly work.He died on May 23, 1967, in Vaudreuil and was given a near-state funeral. Quebec has honored him with Collège Lionel-Groulx and a Montreal Metro station named after him.His legacy remains complex and controversial. While celebrated by many for his contributions to French-Canadian cultural pride and historical consciousness, he has also been criticized for antisemitic statements and authoritarian leanings expressed in the 1930s.

I am the 7th great-granddaughter of immigrant Jacob Hochstetler (ca. 1712–1776), an Amish pioneer who arrived in Pennsylvania aboard the ship Charming Nancy on November 9, 1738. He and his wife Anna settled in the Northkill Amish community in Berks County (now near Shartlesville), Pennsylvania.On the night of September 19, 1757, during the French and Indian War, a group of Lenape (Delaware) and Shawnee warriors attacked their farmstead. True to Anabaptist principles of nonresistance, Jacob refused to allow his family to use the firearms they owned for hunting. His sons Joseph (about 13) and Christian (about 11) wanted to defend the home, but Jacob would not permit it.In the attack, Jacob's wife Anna (my 7th great-grandmother), their daughter (name often unknown), and son Jacob Jr. were killed and scalped. Jacob and his two younger sons, Joseph and Christian, were taken captive.Jacob endured roughly eight months in a Seneca village. Trusted enough to hunt alone, he eventually escaped in April 1758. He trekked through the wilderness for days, built a crude bark raft, and floated down the Susquehanna River to reach safety at Fort Augusta. His sons were later released and returned to their family between 1764 and 1765 following peace treaties.This tragic event, known as the Hochstetler Massacre, tested Amish commitment to nonviolence on the Pennsylvania frontier. Jacob's story of faith, survival, and quiet endurance continues to be remembered among Amish and Mennonite descendants as a powerful example of conviction in the face of extreme hardship.

I am the 6th great-granddaughter of John Hochstetler (ca. 1735–1805), # 15540776 eldest son of Amish immigrant Jacob Hochstetler, who was a resilient pioneer who witnessed the tragic "Hochstetler Massacre" of 1757. As a young married man of about 22, living on a nearby farm in the Northkill Amish Settlement (Berks County, Pennsylvania), he arrived at his parents' home during the French and Indian War attack by Lenape (Delaware) warriors. From concealment, he secretly observed the events: his mother Anna (Lorentz) Hochstetler, a sister, and brother Jacob Jr. were killed and scalped, while his father Jacob Sr. and younger brothers Joseph (ca. 13) and Christian (ca. 11) were taken captive. Adhering to Anabaptist nonresistance, the family did not defend with available firearms. John remained unharmed, later helping neighbors bury the victims after the raiders left. His father escaped after eight months, and his brothers were released around 1763–1764 via a peace agreement. Deeply affected by the loss, John later relocated westward to Somerset County, Pennsylvania, in 1784, becoming one of the first settlers in the Casselman River Valley, where he and his sons developed up to 2,300 acres of productive farmland. His first wife was Catherine Hertzler, daughter of Bishop Jacob Hertzler (1703–1786). Bishop Hertzler, born in the Canton of Bern, Switzerland, holds a significant place in Amish history as the first documented Amish bishop in North America. He was ordained as a bishop in Europe and provided spiritual leadership to the early Amish settlements in Pennsylvania, including the Northkill community in Berks County.After the massacre, John and Catherine later moved westward in 1784 and became among the first settlers in the Casselman River Valley of Somerset County, Pennsylvania. John and his sons developed up to 2,300 acres of farmland near Summit Mills. Catherine died sometime before 1790, after which John remarried Anna Christner. His survival and steadfast legacy embody the quiet endurance of early Amish pioneers amid frontier dangers.

I am the 7th great-granddaughter of Bishop Jacob Hertzler (1703–1786) who holds a pivotal place in Amish history as the first documented Amish bishop in North America. Born in the Canton of Bern, Switzerland, he was ordained as a bishop (or elder/minister) in Europe before immigrating.He arrived in Philadelphia on September 9, 1749, aboard the ship St. Andrew (from Rotterdam via Plymouth), then settled in the Northkill Creek area of Berks County, Pennsylvania (near modern Hamburg). This strengthened the existing Amish presence there—the Northkill Amish Settlement, established around 1740 as the first identifiable Amish community in the New World.His major contributions and achievements include:

• Providing formal spiritual leadership as the settlement's first bishop, ordaining ministers, overseeing church discipline, and nurturing early congregations in Northkill, Tulpehocken, and Maiden Creek. This transplanted organized Amish Anabaptist practices to America.
• Helping the Northkill community grow to its peak of about 150–200 residents (roughly 40–50 families), making it the largest Amish settlement in the colonies by the mid-18th century.
• Acquiring a 182-acre land warrant on January 9, 1750, from the Penn proprietors; he named his homestead "Contentment" and built a stone house (still standing and preserved) plus a stone-gable barn. A Pennsylvania historical marker along Old 22/Hex Highway west of Hamburg designates the site, explicitly calling him "the first Amish bishop" and noting the homestead's significance.
• Guiding the community through frontier hardships, including rocky farming soils and threats during the French and Indian War (e.g., nearby raids like the 1757 Hochstetler Massacre, which tested Amish nonresistance principles).
• Reportedly organizing the first known Amish school on his homestead, supporting community education.
• Serving as a key progenitor whose influence and descendants helped spread Amish settlements to areas like Lancaster, Somerset, and beyond as Northkill declined later in the century due to soil issues and migrations.

His daughter, Catherine Hertzler, married John Hochstetler (ca. 1735–1805). John was the eldest son of Amish immigrant Jacob Hochstetler and his wife Anna (Lorentz) Hochstetler. At only about 22 years old and already married, John endured great tragedy. At a young age, John faced profound tragedy and hardship. In September 1757, during the French and Indian War, Lenape (Delaware) warriors attacked his parents' farm in the Northkill Settlement. True to Anabaptist principles of nonresistance, the family did not defend themselves with firearms. John, then about 22 and already married, arrived during the raid and witnessed from concealment the tragic "Hochstetler Massacre" of 1757as his mother Anna, a sister, and brother Jacob Jr. were killed and scalped. His father Jacob Sr. and two younger brothers, Joseph (age ~13) and Christian (age ~11), were taken captive. John remained unharmed and later helped bury the victims. His father eventually escaped after eight months, and his brothers were released years later. Deeply marked by this early trauma and loss, John later moved his family westward in 1784 to the Casselman River Valley in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, where he became one of the first settlers and developed up to 2,300 acres of farmland with his sons.Bishop Jacob Hertzler lived to about age 83, dying in March 1786 in Berks County and buried in the Northkill Amish Cemetery area. His homestead, named "Contentment," along with the Pennsylvania historical marker honoring him as the first Amish bishop in America, can still be seen today.. His legacy of faith, leadership, and quiet endurance lives on through his descendants, including the union of his daughter Catherine with John Hochstetler. His legacy is well-documented in sources like Mennonite archives, A History of the Amish by Steven Nolt, Find a Grave (Memorial ID 15614841), and historical markers—solidifying his role in establishing enduring Amish presence and structure in America.

I am the 7th great-granddaughter of Major Ralph Hart (c. 1675 – July 1749, Find a Grave Memorial ID 49081532). Major Ralph Hart was a prominent early settler in Hopewell Township, Hunterdon County (now Mercer County), New Jersey. He served as a commissioned Major in the militia, Coroner, and Justice of the Peace. He was a yeoman farmer who married Sarah Furman. Ralph Hart was the older brother of Captain Edward Hart (Memorial ID 87017993). Captain Edward Hart was the father of John Hart (Memorial ID 2731), one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence from New Jersey. This makes John Hart my first cousin six times removed.Through this Hart family line of Hopewell, New Jersey, I am connected to one of the 56 brave men who pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor to American independence in 1776.

I am the first cousin six times removed of John Hart (c. 1711 – May 11, 1779), one of the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence from New Jersey. John Hart was a prosperous farmer and respected community leader in Hopewell Township, Hunterdon County (now Mercer County), New Jersey. Known affectionately as "Honest John Hart," he served as a Justice of the Peace, Judge of the Court of Common Pleas, and Speaker of the New Jersey Assembly. In 1776, he made the courageous decision to sign the Declaration of Independence, joining the 55 other patriots who pledged "their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor" to the cause of American independence. Because of his prominent support for the Patriot cause, British forces later raided and damaged his farm, forcing him to flee and hide while his property was ravaged.Despite these hardships, John Hart remained committed to the American Revolution. He continued to serve in the New Jersey legislature and helped lay the foundation for the new nation.His courage, integrity, and sacrifice as a signer of the Declaration of Independence continue to be remembered as part of America's founding story.

I am the 5th great-granddaughter of Private Thomas Gordon 1745-1803 (Memorial ID: 65824067) a genuine Valley Forge survivor — and the true Gordon family Valley Forge story: proud, heartbreaking, and fully documented, DAR Patriot Ancestor #A046012 who is accepted by the SAR and most Virginia lineage societies with this exact service, who enlisted on 11 May 1777 for three years as a private in Captain Cleon Moore's Company, Colonel William Grayson's Additional Continental Regiment — one of the sixteen "Additional Regiments" raised directly by Congress, mostly from Virginia, who marched with the Continental Army and endured that historic winter at Valley Forge. From December 1777 through May 1778, his company muster rolls mark Thomas Gordon "present" every single month. That means he spent the entire Valley Forge encampment there — helping build the log huts, drilling under Baron von Steuben, foraging in the snow, and surviving the cold, hunger, and disease that claimed roughly 2,000 lives. The rolls confirm he fought at Brandywine – 11 September 1777, Germantown – 4 October 1777, and Monmouth – 28 June 1778 (after leaving Valley Forge). He was honorably discharged in May/June 1780 when the Virginia Additional Regiments were folded into the regular Virginia Line and came home a battle-tested Continental.

After the war he returned to Virginia, married Sarah Flynn c. 1770–1771, raised a family, later moved to Surry County, North Carolina, and on 30 April 1803 he and Sarah were both killed instantly when lightning struck their home.

I am 1st cousin 5x removed to Bishop John Russel Russell 1799 – 1870 Memorial ID: 66063350 via the Russell lineage descending from Hans Jacob Russell, DAR Patriot, Memorial ID 22603780.) Bishop Russell was a devoted bishop and minister in the Church of the United Brethren in Christ, a German-rooted denomination emphasizing revival, missions, and education—later merging into The United Methodist Church.Born at Pipe Creek Mill in Carroll County, Maryland (then part of Frederick County), to earnest Christian parents—his grandfather converted under Philip William Otterbein—he overcame severe eyesight issues through self-education and blacksmith training. He found faith through personal Bible study and prayer, and even served as editor of the church publication Busy Martha.Licensed to exhort in 1818 (beginning in Virginia and Pennsylvania circuits) and to preach in 1819, he was ordained in 1822 by Bishops Christian Newcomer and Christopher Hoffman. His service included:

• Miami Conference (1819 onward): Lancaster and Miami Circuits.
• Scioto Conference (1825–1838).
• Presiding elder, Sandusky Conference (1838–1841).
• Pastor, Old Otterbein Church, Baltimore (1838–1841 and 1851–1854).
• Delegate to eight General Conferences (1829, 1833, 1841, 1845, 1853, 1857).
• Elected Bishop (1845–1849 and 1857–1861).
• Trustee of the denominational printing establishment (from 1834; helped launch United Brethren publishing efforts).
• President of the Parent Mission Society (1845).

In retirement, he settled in a spacious 14-room home on Geeting Road near Keedysville, Washington County, Maryland. There, he trained young preachers in a seminar-like setting. During the Civil War's Battle of Antietam (September 17, 1862)—fought just miles away—his home became a makeshift hospital, filling all rooms with wounded soldiers. Bishop Russell personally cared for the sick and injured amid the devastation.He married Christiana (Christina) Harmon on June 11, 1820 (likely in Fairfield County, Ohio); born March 22, 1800, she died January 8, 1881, and brought two daughters from a prior marriage to the union.Bishop Russell died at age 71 in Keedysville. Initially buried in Mt. Hebron Cemetery (near his grandfather's grave), his remains were later reinterred in Fairview Cemetery, Keedysville. His well-preserved home and nearby sites (including Salem United Methodist Church and the Geeting Meeting House/Mt. Hebron area) form part of the recognized United Brethren Founding Sites Cluster in Frederick and Washington Counties, Maryland—a heritage landmark honoring early denominational leaders.His life exemplified perseverance, compassionate service, and commitment to spreading the Gospel through education, publishing, and pastoral care.

I am the 4th great-granddaughter of Private Arnold Haupt (30 September 1749 – ~1834), known locally as "Broadtop's Hessian Soldier."Born in Roemersberg, Hesse-Kassel, Germany, Arnold served as a Grenadier in the Hesse-Kassel Regiment von Donop during the American Revolutionary War. He participated in the battles of Long Island, Fort Washington, Brandywine, Germantown, and Springfield. In June 1778, while his regiment was near Philadelphia, he deserted British service and sought refuge in the German-speaking communities of Pennsylvania.He first settled in Tohickon Township, Bucks County, where he later married Katherina Elizabeth Garman, daughter of Adam and Anna Dorothea Garman. The family eventually moved to Broad Top City in Union Township, Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania.Arnold Haupt died in 1834 at the home of his son-in-law Phillip Kornman after suffering a stroke. He was buried in the Stoler Graveyard beside his old friend George Bergerstresser (1763–1826). Both graves are marked only with simple, rough sandstone stones. In 2005, after more than 200 years, the descendants of Arnold Haupt and George Bergerstresser were reconnected. My friends Paul and Mary Miller corresponded with genealogist friend Jesse Davis, whose research included both the Haupt and Bergstresser families. Jess kindly introduced us, bringing the two families together once again.

I am the second cousin, twice removed of Annie Oakley (born Phoebe Ann Mosey, 1860–1926, Find a Grave Memorial ID 774). Linked through my 2nd great-aunt, Amelia "Emily" Clapper Wise, Annie Oakley rose from humble beginnings to become one of the first major female celebrities in American history. A legendary sharpshooter, she gained worldwide fame as the star attraction of Buffalo Bill's Wild West show. Her remarkable skill with a rifle captivated audiences across the United States and Europe. In 1887, during the show's tour of Europe, Annie Oakley performed for Queen Victoria and other European dignitaries, earning international acclaim. She was frequently featured in newspapers and became a symbol of skill, independence, and frontier spirit.Known affectionately as "Little Sure Shot," Annie Oakley remains one of the most iconic women of the American West.

I am the 5th great-granddaughter of Sebastian Shallus (1723–1808, Find a Grave Memorial ID 142122922).Sebastian Shallus was born in 1723 in the Rheinland-Pfalz region of Germany. In 1749, he immigrated to Philadelphia aboard the ship Lydia, along with his brother Valentine Shallus. He eventually settled in Brothersvalley Township, Somerset County, Pennsylvania, where he raised a family and lived until his death in 1808.His nephew, Jacob Shallus (1750–1796, Find a Grave Memorial ID 214826759), is my first cousin six times removed. Jacob served as Assistant Clerk of the Pennsylvania Assembly and is famously known for engrossing — carefully handwriting — the final official copy of the United States Constitution in September 1787. Over one intense weekend, he meticulously penned more than 4,500 words in elegant script on four large sheets of parchment using a goose quill. This is the historic version that was signed by the delegates on September 17, 1787.Through this family connection, I am linked to one of the most important documents in American history by the skilled hand of my Shallus cousin.

I am the first cousin six times removed of Jacob Shallus (1750–1796, Find a Grave Memorial ID 214826759).Jacob Shallus served as Assistant Clerk of the Pennsylvania Assembly in Philadelphia. He is best remembered for one of the most important tasks in American history: engrossing (handwriting) the final official copy of the United States Constitution.In September 1787, working over a single intense weekend, Jacob meticulously penned more than 4,500 words in elegant script on four large sheets of parchment using a goose quill pen. This is the historic version of the Constitution that was signed by George Washington and the 38 other delegates on September 17, 1787.His careful and skilled handwriting preserved the words that would become the foundational document of the United States government.

I am a proud member of The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).I am a verified descendant of the following approved DAR Patriots:

5th Great-Grandfathers:

• Private Thomas Gordon (1745–1803) – Valley Forge, Virginia Continental Line
• William Thomas Benson (1715–1783)
• Jacob Peter Lichty (Light) Jr. (1730–1788)
• 2nd Lieutenant Jacob Andreas Walker (Wacker) (1749–1783) –
• Nicholas Mengel (1750–1798)
• Charles Reichard Sr. (1755–1852)

4th Great-Grandfathers:

• William (of Bedford) Hanks (1739–1814)
• Hans Jacob Russell (1728–1798), Schoolmaster of Hefertschweil, Zürich, Switzerland

3rd Great-Grandfather:

• George Rosell Russell (1757–1833)

As a researcher, I have received many thank-you notes over the years from friends and family. One message has remained especially meaningful to me, and I have chosen to memorialize it here:

"I shall always be grateful to you, Jane, for all your help over the years. You found Paul and the Berkstresser family — that story is truly amazing! My Thurman history has brought me so much peace in understanding the addiction struggles my father faced, especially as his cousins shared their memories of his kindness. You are the one responsible for all of this, Jane!! You will always remain in my heart as our 'Angel Jane!'"

— Mary Miller

Mary Miller, wife of Paul Miller (a descendant of George Bergerstresser / Berkstresser), wrote this note. George Bergerstresser was a close friend of my 4th great-grandfather, Arnold Haupt — the Hessian soldier and devoted America are buried side by side in the Stoler Graveyard in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania.

I invite you to explore Find A Grave memorials, where the 'voices in your blood' may come to light. To visualize your family tree, copy this list into a document, center it into a triangular shape, set the * at the top to yellow and enlarge it (like font 24 or 36) as your star, and color the rest green to reflect your lineage:

*You

2 parents

4 Grandparents

8 G.Grandparents

16 G.G.Grandparents

32 G.G.G.Grandparents

64 G.G.G.G.Grandparents

128 G.G.G.G.G.Grandparents

256 G.G.G.G.G.G.Grandparents

512 G.G.G.G.G.G.G.Grandparents

1024 G.G.G.G.G.G.G.G.Grandparents

2048 G.G.G.G.G.G.G.G.G.Grandparents

4096 G.G.G.G.G.G.G.G.G.G.Grandparents

Warm regards and blessings, Jane Riggs Curci

Bio prepared for a local non-profit

Began as an elementary school teacher and later served as Development Director at The Wilderness Center. In this capacity, partnered with the event chairman and committee heads to originate and direct "Earthly Delights"—a tribute dinner and benefit auction honoring environmental stewards from business and community leadership. Working behind the scenes to drive the initiative's success, oversaw the procurement of extraordinary, one-of-a-kind auction items, including exclusive stays at Princess Margaret's Villa, Mustique expedition to the North Pole via icebreaker, a week-long stay for 25 people at Jane Seymour's castle in England, and spa days at Mar-a-Lago. These efforts raised significant funds for the Center's mission and established the event as a premier community tradition.

Deeply involved in community organizations in Canton, Ohio, and Naples, Florida, with a focus on arts and social services. In Canton, served as President of Symphony League of Canton, Chairman of Canton Youth Symphony, founding committee member of the Symphony Ball, and chaired the Canton Symphony's first pops concert; served as President of The Women's Committee of the Canton Ballet. Additional service includes board roles with the Timken Mercy Service League as Secretary, Fine Arts Associates as 2nd chairman of Christkindl Markt, The Museum Guild, and 1st Area IV Chairman of Blossom Music Center, summer home of The Cleveland Orchestra.

As former Chairman of Community Outreach for The Junior League of Stark County, Inc., proposed adopting Tel-Med, a medical hotline approved and implemented by United Way of Greater Stark County in partnership with the Stark County Medical Society. The program achieved nationwide success through other United Way agencies. Also served as a former Information and Referral Services Specialist for United Way and held roles with the National Council of Catholic Women, Canton Garden Club, and Massillon Museum.

Upon arrival to Naples in 1999, became a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and The League Club of Naples. Chaired The League Club's 2001 Fashion Show at the Ritz-Carlton, a landmark sold-out event for over 625 guests. The show featured Italian fashions by Marissa Collections, with the Italian Consulate General as the guest of honor, and achieved standing-room-only success with favors provided by Swarovski. Became a member of The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), Big Cypress, and supported community organizations by providing genealogy research services for charity auctions benefiting non-profit organizations: Ronald McDonald House, churches, and hospitals. For twenty years, has served as a dedicated volunteer manager for Find A Grave, a free, community-driven platform owned by Ancestry.com. This mission involves maintaining the digital legacy of the site's 250 million memorials for a global audience. By contributing detailed biographies to hundreds of memorials and meticulously managing family records, focuses on the vital importance of accurately linking histories to ensure the identities of past generations are preserved for the future.

Served Collier County as a committee member of The Naples Community Hospital Ball Committee. As former Chair of the Sponsor Committee for the Naples Garden Club and a former committee member for the Youth Haven Wine Auction (which evolved into the Naples Winter Wine Festival), and The Emerald Ball, remained deeply committed to community service. A member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, leads a fulfilling life, grateful for the friendship of many.

Late husband, Bill, served as first Silent Auction Chair of Earthly Delights, The Wilderness Center, President and board member of the minor league, the men's auxiliary to The League Club, hosting various social events.