Yvette Marion Myers

Yvette was my big sister. Always loving, kind, generous and wise. She is missed.

I will always remember Yvette as more poised and sophisticated than other kids in the old Baltimore neighborhood. She had a persona that was both kind and no-nonsense. During many visits to the Myers' home, a place of welcome and firm guidance, I always knew Yvette as the "big sister" who managed to show grace and patience to the noisy little boys who ran in and out of her house, sometimes on their way to swim at Morgan's pool at Dr. Myers' invitation and other times to play with the Lionel...

I remember Yvette visiting my family home with Aunt Marion on special occasions. When the crowd was gone, Yvette would retire to the bedroom and get into her pajamas. While brushing and braiding her thick curly hair, she would smile, ask questions and engage in deep conversation, expressing her inner thoughts and life philosophy. Yvette was definitely the therapist in the family!!! Simultaneously, she was always helpful and attentive to the needs of her mother. I will always remember her...

In 1984, my husband passed; it was unexpected and sudden. I was extremely distraught. Yvette came to Indianapolis and stayed with me for several days. There were many tears, but she made me understand that life continues and I had to be available for my two daughters who were 2 and 4. She helped me through that moment and I am forever grateful to her for taking time out of her schedule to console me. She will be forever missed. May The Lord Be With Yvette, Sylvia Kenner, cousin.