Jeanette Helen Mlinar Kyllonen

Dear Sue, Anne and Jane,
Even though I never knew your mom, I still feel a part of her after hearing the many wonderful stories of her courage and zest for life. She must have been not only a super woman, but an amazing mother. After getting to know the three of you, I have seen so many talents and gifts that were obviously passed on to you. I know that your mom is still with you and so very proud of the women that you've all become.

Dear Sue, Anne, Jane, and David,
I'll always remember Jeanette as one of the horse show moms who taught us all to work hard and play fair in competition. She knew what was most important - doing our best and having fun. I know she must have been comforted by your trip to get her and bring her home. You are an amazing family, and will continue to be so, with many thanks to Jeanette.

Anne, Sue, Jane and David:
Your mother has been a part of my remarks to every new season of foxhunters since I started leading fields as a member of the Long Lake Hounds nearly 29 years ago and now with the Santa Ynez Valley Hounds. She helped us understand more and appreciate so much about the sport. She will never know how many people she helped do more than just ride around the pastures as a result of her explanations of what we were seeing.

As we get older, we cherish the...