Aquilla Sage

Dear Roni, Vikki and Akiko,

My mom (Gwen Collins) and I just learned of Aquilla's passing. Oddly, Aquilla was heavy on my mom's mind back in February. Mom had lost her phone book and she was desparately trying to reach out to her. I posted a message on your Mom's LinkedIn site. We never heard back, which as you know was unheard of from your Mom. Aquilla was always respondant and caring. A true friend. My mom grew more and more distressed, so wh had me post yet another message on...

My Shero is in Heaven and I feel her in everything I do here. I miss her physically and I know her work here on earth is complete. So many people loved her and still are missing her. Momma, thank you for teaching me how to walk on this earth. I love you and wish we had one more day so I could just be with you.

What a shock I received today when I tried to call my friend and sister to wish her Happy Mother's Day and both phones were not in service. I remembered that she was sick the last time I spoke to her and then panicked when I realized I had none of her children's phone numbers. I was impressed to check the obituaries and hurt to find her there. Roni and Vida, I'm Diane whom she befriended and mentored when I lived in Sacramento. I had planned to visit her this summer. Please accept my...

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

To the lady I knew as Aunt Aquilla, Bibi, and Mom I want you to know you truly were and will always be a blessing in my life. You knew me before I was born and you stayed in my life until God called you home. I am at peace knowing that you are no longer in pain and you have been reunited with those who went before you. Again, I love you and I will definitely see you again!

Thank you fro the joy you brought to my life for so many years. Missing and loving you always!