Winifred Marti Wright "Winnie" Hawkes

My dear Sara Louise, your family, and extended family: Quite by chance, I saw the notice of your beloved grandmother's passing. Heartfelt condolences go out to each of you. Though I only ever saw your grandmother in passing, I know she was a class and elegant lady. And I know your very high regard and respect for her. Cherish the memories, dear girl. And perhaps when I return from my trip in a week or so, we can share some poignant moments from this week of celebration of her special...

Memories of Winnie. They are my earliest ones as my mother, Mirth Hornschuch, went to high school with her and talked of her all the time. I first remember going swimming at a young age at Winnie's house with my brother and a friend. It seemed to me that you must be rich to own a swimming pool. I didn't even realize the first time that it was not a heated one. The water seemed warm to me. But my real awe was that Winnie had horses. Eventually when I got my own, I named it after one...