Vern McGrew Jr.

Dear Linda, I was so sad to hear that your father had died. I have been out of town and did not know until today. Vern and I kept up a little after Martha Ann and Jerry died and I knew he was not well. I am thinking of you and your family at this time. Much love, Louise Perlitz

To the McGrew Family,

I hope I can speak for the entire Rice Track and Field program and, I hope can speak for my fellow Rice track alums, when I say how sorry we are to hear about the passing of Vern McGrew. There have been many talented athletes at Rice over the last 100 years, but very few that could equal or surpass the exploits of Vern. His event was the High Jump and his dominance of both the Southwest Conference and the NCAA is one that legends are made of.

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Dear Linda, I am sorry to learn of the loss of your father. Janet has kept us advised on him these last few months, and I know you did everything to see that his life was comfortable.
My love and sympathy to you and all your family.
Sincerely,
Bernadette Foley
Galveston, Texas

Linda, Scott & Family,

I am so sorry for the loss of your dad, but you have to remember he is not sufferening or in any pain. He is in a better place and now with your mom. You will always have great memories, which will keep him with you forever.

Sincerely,
Stacy Garcia & Family

Since we wont be having a Memorial service until this summer I have decided to eulogize you here now.

I'm heartbroken to think that two of the most influential people in my life are now gone. You and Marmie helped shape the man I have become. I thank you for everything you have done for me. The list is too long to write here. I'm thankful that i wrote you that letter after we lost Marmie.. It was touching to still find a copy of it in your desk drawer a few weeks ago.  I meant...