Jo Macher Tragakiss

Dear Kip and family, I wasn't aware that Jo had passed until I read the beautiful article in the "Extraordinary Life" section of the Courant. I had the pleasure of working with Jo while at St. Mary's Hospital from 1996-1999. She has always been an inspiration to me and others. I often refer to her and another colleague, Marcella, who like myself returned to college as adults. I use our stories to encourage others regarding education at any age. Jo was very special and I know she touched...

I was so saddened at the loss of this very dear person. Mrs. T was so good to me when I moved to CT. She taught me many things that I will carry throughout my life. She was a true inspiration to me and she will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Dear Kip and family, I am saddened by Jo's leaving, but I know that her goodness touched many lives and inspired us all to try harder, to fight the good fight, and to be more than we expected to be. I was always amazed by her spirit, even in the dark hours. Who else would embrace life so fully, but one that understood how precious love and life really is? Her great struggle is over, but somehow I think she won the race in the end -- she captured a part of our hearts and still holds on tight...

My heart and prayers go out to you. Aunt Jo was a truly amazing women. I will always remember all our family parties and seeing Aunt Jo and kip during the summer at my Dads, she is certainly an inspiration to us all. We wish we could be with you sunday but my dad isnt up to traveling. He always talks about his little sister and taking her to ballgames at the park, and buying her her first pair of rollerskates, he will miss her greatly too,we all will. But we have such wonderful memories of...

I was deeply saddened by the news of Aunt Jo passing away. She truly was a great woman, mother, wife and aunt. She will be missed by us all. I am sorry that I am unable to join the family for the memorial service on Sunday.

I am so sorry for your loss. Aunt Jo was a beautiful person and a joy to be with. I was fortunate to see her in August at my dad's in Saybrook and have pictures. I know she is greatly missed. Pray for strength and peace. Deb Stacey, son Michael and daughter Tricia