MIA BAUM

I remember Aunt Mia with incredible fondness (in fact I have an indelible image of both her and Uncle Vic standing on the hill in our driveway in Bryn Mawr) and would like only to say that she will live on in my heart.

Michael

Hi Vic. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I am sure it has not been easy these past years but I am also sure no one else could have been so devoted to Mia. She was very lucky to have you. As I told Debbie in a brief e-mail, I have only the warmest thoughts and feelings about you and Mia.

Dear Debbie,

I am truly sorry that I was unable to be there for you, Uncle Victor and Josh. I have been thinking of Aunt Mia, a lot, and am sad for all of you. Your mom was really a wonderful woman. I have many sweet memories of her...I can still hear her voice--yelling "our team!"

Much love, Fleur

Mike

I'm very sorry to hear this news. Your mother was very special to me and I loved her very much.

Mel

Debbie,

Rachel and I are both very sorry for your family's loss. I was very close with my Grandfather, so I can imagine only imagine how Josh feels. If knowing you has been any indication, I'm sure Mia was a wonderful woman.

I made a donation to Queens College as you suggest below, but if there is anything else we can do please let me know.

With love,
bridget

Debbie,

My deepest condolences. From what I understand she was a wonderful woman and I know how much she meant to Josh.

Debbie-

The news of Mia's passing left me stunned but also brought back memories of her smile and warmth that I remember from my childhood. Each visit, and every conversation, was punctuated by her charm and making me feel a welcome part of her life and her home. The twilight of the last several years did not change those memories; indeed they became more vivid each time I wrote or spoke, or wrote, to you or Vic. She was marvelous person who had a wonderful life surrounding friends...

Our memories of Josh's relationship with your Mom are very vivid. Your Dad raised that when we spoke with him this week. I can see her sitting on the floor with him in her home for hours, willing to play whatever Josh wished to play. I seem to recall that she was a frequent customer at Josh's restaurants, where he was always willing to make a make-believe meal for her. He will always reflect her sweetness and absolute unconditional love.

Victor,

You have our deepest sympathy and condolences. So sorry for your trouble. I imagine this difficult moment is a mixed blessing in that much suffering preceeded it, but still it is very painful. I remeber my Dad going through this tough moment and how hard it was for him. You are in our thoughts and prayers and we wish you peace of mind.

With Sympathy and Respect

Mike and Sally Ford