Helga Pfitzer Etheridge

My heartfelt condolences to my cousin Sanford Etheridge and his family. While I never had the pleasure to meet you personally, Sanford, your wonderful family research helped to make possible my new book "The Washingtons: A Family History." I'll always be grateful to you.

Dear Sanford,
I am sorry to find that your loving wife has passed. I never had the pleasure of meeting her but feel I knew her through my in-laws. Your family tree has meant so much to me.
Leon and I extend our sympathy. Love, Katie (Catherine) and Marvin Leon Almon

Through my job as Mr. Etheridge's dialysis nurse, I have been fortunate enough to come to call Sanford my friend. While I never got the chance to meet Miss Helga, I feel as though I knew her. Aside from hearing about her from all of Sanford's praise, I know she must have been kind, warm, and loving, for her husband is all of the above. I know she must have been intelligent, charming, and gracious, for her husband certainly is. Most of all, reading all of the warm stories and messages here, as...

What a beautiful woman she was in every way. She was always an inspiration to me. So sorry for your loss. Brontie

The memories of her life and the love for her family will never leave you. My prayers are sent to you and your girls.

Liebste Tante Helga und famille,
Bach - Johannespassion spricht uns aus.
Liebste grusse und ruhe,
Julia, Santa Fe

Dear Lucy,
My prayers are with you and your family during this time. Alice Crosetto

Thinking of you, Lucy, and all of your family. Your mum will always be with you, in all you say and do, she is there....within your heart. Mother and child never truly part, bound in the beating of your heart... xo Love, Ce