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for Amy Arnott
Kathy Grafeman (formerly Morris)
November 10, 2008
Dear Julie, Tim, and the Arnott family,
I just, recently, learned of Amy's death. I was so shocked and saddened. I met Amy (through Julie) when she was just a teenager. I was very close to Julie for many years and so I spent quite a bit of time with Amy, her mother and her sisters. Julie and I lost touch over the years and I am sorry about that. I offer all of you who knew and loved Amy my whole-hearted condolences. I am sorry for your loss and I will keep you in my prayers.
John Smith
November 3, 2008
Tim,
The two things I most remember and treasure about Amy as Director: she ran, far and away, the most fun, happiest, most pleasant rehearsals that I have ever been privileged to be part of; also, that large casts held absolutely no terror for her ("Cast of 107?" "Call Amy!"). We will miss her. Deeply. And extendedly.
Chip Luther
November 3, 2008
Helene, Beth, Enie, Julie and Susie: My deepest sympathy to all of you. Memories of Amy from high school, working together at the library, and specifically time spent with all of you, are steadfast in my heart. Amy's laugh was contagious. Her friendship has always been cherished and her spirit will remain irreplacable. When I think of my friend Amy, I will always smile.
Chuck Lavazzi
November 2, 2008
Amy was responsible for some of the best and fondest memories of my time on stage. She will be greatly missed not just by me but by all our friends in the theatre community. Words can't adequately address my shock and sorrow over losing her.
Ed & Gail Rundell
November 2, 2008
Tim, Helene, Beth, Julie, and Susie,
We extend our heartfelt sympathy to you and your families. We were fortunate to see Amy at a few family gatherings. Her kind, friendly spirit will always be remembered.
Colleen Backer
October 31, 2008
Tim and family,
I will always remember Amy's talent, not to mention her smiles and giggles when she directed me in ACT Inc. shows; she will be so missed. My heartfelt condolences and prayers.
Linda Venegoni
October 31, 2008
Tim and Family,
No words can comfort at this time but please know you are all in my prayers.
Linda Venegoni
Joan Rapp
October 31, 2008
Tim, Julie, Helene, Beth, Susie, and all of Amy's loved ones -- I am so, so sorry to hear of Amy's death. She was such a special friend and colleague. Her smile, her humor, her intelligence, her caring -- She touched people in exceptional ways. I feel privileged to have been her friend and to have worked with her closely for many years.
Ted Ficklen
October 31, 2008
I remember barcoding with Amy at the Thomas Jefferson Library. No one could pass barcodes like Amy Arnott. And she really made the time fly by. I remember she trained us on our first electronic catalog (LUMIN). I remember she helped merge the Health Sciences Library from the Marillac Chapel into the Barnes Education Library. She invited my son to see her production of The Importance of Being Earnest because he had played the Rev. Chausable at his high school. Amy had a great way of assuring people that they were doing a good job. Mistakes were not important events. Amy could get more out of you than you knew you had. She was never surprised when you gave your best effort, but always gratified when you did.
Shelli Kastin
October 31, 2008
Julie, Helene and the entire family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jan (Seitz) Wheatley
October 31, 2008
Dear Tim,
I was so shocked when Lori told me about Amy -- I'll always remember her great laugh and will keep you in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time
Laurie McGowan
October 31, 2008
Julie and Family,
The warmth and affection this family has for all of its members is always evident in the way Julie speaks of them. I am so very sorry for your loss and hope that you will find comfort and sustenance in fond memories and one another.
David Kowalczyk
October 31, 2008
Tim,
I am thinking of and praying for you during this most difficult time. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family.
Clint Lohr
October 30, 2008
I remember Amy from when I worked at REK Industries in Ferguson as a telemarketer back in the summer of 1976. I will always remember how kind and personable she was, and what an interest she took in other people.
Don Peake
October 30, 2008
To Tim, and the family members who loved Amy so dearly: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It was always a highlight of my trips to St. Louis to spend some time with Amy. I loved her laughter and sense of fun, and how she was interested in so many things and so many people. What a loving, warm person she was. I will remember her and all of you in my prayers and thoughts.
Maggie Hermann
October 30, 2008
Tim,
I am so very sorry to hear of your wife's passing. I will say a prayer for you and all of her family.
Maggie (Finnegan) Hermann
Elizabeth Henry
October 30, 2008
My sincere sympathy to Amy's family and colleagues. I worked with Amy for 25 years on University of Missouri committees and found her to be a skilled and knowledgeable librarian. She had a wonderful sense of humor and approached all her work with a positive and energetic attitude. All of us who knew and worked with Amy will miss her very much.
Dave Dwyer and Eugene Pierce
October 30, 2008
Tim, we're so sorry to hear about your loss. You have our heartfelt condolences and prayers.
Hal Harris
October 30, 2008
It was my pleasure and privilege to work with Amy on the UMSL Library Committee for many years. It is hard to imagine the Library without her. She will be missed by everyone she touched.
John Inchiostro
October 30, 2008
Tim,
My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Shirley Baker
October 30, 2008
We shall miss Amy in the Missouri library community.
Kevin Quigley
October 30, 2008
Amy could light up a room like no other I know. I wish I had not lost touch over the years as often happens. As I look to my past I can honestly say she stands out as one of my favorite people. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Debbie Huyvaert
October 30, 2008
Julie and Family,
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
liz hopefl
October 30, 2008
I have acted under Amy's direction, moved furniture with her and Tim, and served on the Act Inc board with her. I will miss that smile and that laugh more than you can imagine.i feel blessed for having know her.
Tim Farmer
October 30, 2008
Amy was a wonderful colleague and campus leader. She will be missed.
Christine Daleo (Tilley)
October 30, 2008
Tim, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this terribly difficult time.
Sincerely,
Abe and Joanne Campbell
October 30, 2008
Tim, Beth and all....Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Amy was truly a gift to all who knew her. She will be missed.
Ann Spieth
October 30, 2008
My heartfelt condolences are with all of Amy's devoted and loving family. Amy was full of life and her warm and gentle ways of touching so many people are what I remember most of Amy. I had the joy of knowing Amy since she was a little girl dancing around the house with her infectious smile and laugh. May the Sacred Heart of Jesus hold her in His loving arms and grace her loving family at this most difficult time. With love and prayers, Ann Thirolf Spieth
Lori Morgan
October 30, 2008
I've had the great fortune to know and work with Amy for a number of years. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word in even the most difficult of situations. She had a beautiful spirit and the unique ability to encourage and bring joy to everyone she encountered. She will be sorely missed!
Tim, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your and Amy’s families at this difficult time.
October 30, 2008
Tim, I am praying for you and I am so very sorry.
Lori
Patricia Scanlon
October 30, 2008
Tim,
My deepest sympathies. Amy seemed always to be such a great friend and companion to you. I was just thinking about you both the other day. I'm shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Julie Venegoni
October 30, 2008
I had the pleasure of working with Amy as one of her actors with ACT INC. I am deeply saddened by this news and will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Karen Bartoni
October 30, 2008
Tim,
You have my deepest sympathy, I am sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in my thought and prayers during this difficult time.
Rosemary Spellacy
October 30, 2008
Beth and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss and send our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers for Amy's entire family.
Tom and Rosemary Spellacy
Paul Michalski
October 30, 2008
Tim,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Amy's family in this difficult time.
Cheryle Cann
October 30, 2008
I worked with Amy for 27 years and enjoyed her friendship and colleagiality through all those years. She will be greatly missed.
Adam Grun
October 30, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Amy was an amazing person. She had a smile that would light up the room. And a laugh that was contagious. We all loved the days that Amy came to see a show because she could get the whole crowd laughing. I am better person having had her in my life. I will miss her!!
Adam
Kris & Jana Ramsey
October 30, 2008
Our thoughts are with you Tim and all other family and friends. I am grateful for knowing Amy and a better person because of it.
June DeWeese
October 30, 2008
Amy and I worked on MERLIN Committees together for several years and I treasured our time together. She was a wonderful colleague and she warmed my life. She touched so many lives with her joyous smile and friendship. My sympathy to her family and co-workers at UMSL.
Julie Strathman
October 30, 2008
Tim, my prayers are with you during this time. Please accept my condolences on your loss.
Julie Strathman
Martha Alexander
October 30, 2008
I extend my condolences to Amy's widower, mother and the entire family. I enjoyed knowing Amy and working with her while serving as Director of Libraries at MU from 1990 to 2002. Amy brought energy, enthusiasm and a special brightness to her work and interactions with others, and she will be missed greatly. With my deepest sympathy, Martha Alexander
Mary Anderson
October 30, 2008
I had the pleasure of serving on library committees with Amy for a number of years and was very saddened to hear of her passing. I will miss her.
Marilyn Smolinski
October 30, 2008
My love and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God bless and take care of you. Love, Marilyn
Jean Mayo
October 30, 2008
Tim, my deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob and Jean Mayo
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