Loss of a Sister, Elinor

During February we made an unscheduled return trip to Louisiana to visit with Ramona’s terminally ill sister Elinor as her condition was deteriorating. We spent two weeks there visiting with her and helping their mother out with caring for Elinor. Sadly just after we returned to Tanzania, Elinor passed away, we are comforted to know she is no longer in pain. This was very hard on us even though all the family knew it was coming. Not being able to go to the funeral was disappointing for us; however, we shared in Elinor’s memorial service from here. Another memorial service for Elinor will also be held in Austin Texas, where the three of us lived for many years, and made many friends. It will be held in September this year, and we will be attending. Elinor will always be greatly missed by Ross, Ramona and her family. She’ll continue to live in our hearts.