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Jill Belde Obituary

Beloved Daughter, Sister, Aunt, Cousin & Friend On Nov. 13, 2009, age 29, of South St. Paul. Preceded in death by father, Al Belde. Survived by mother, Judie; 7 brothers, Joe (Judy), Greg (Heidi), Tim (Donna), John (Janey), Dan (Jackie), Rob (Barb), David (Amelia); 19 nieces & nephews Tony, Maria, Annie, Alex, Maggie, Aaron, Judy, Vanessa, Rudy, Glenn, Peter, Alison, Jack, Tom, Ella, Frannie, Josie, Lily & Sophie; aunts, Mary Leier, Audrey Belde, & Carol Goettl; uncle, Bob Ramberg; other relatives & many friends. Mass of Christian Burial 12:00 noon Tuesday at ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC CHURCH 3535 East 72nd St. Inver Grove Heights. Family will greet friends from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon Tuesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. 651-455-5352


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Published by Pioneer Press from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2009.

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Charlie Fick

November 27, 2009

David and family,

I am sorry for the loss of your sister, Jill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and your family.

Sr. Elena Henderson

November 26, 2009

David and family,
It is with sadness that I heard of your sister's sudden death. Know that you have been held in my heart asking God to continue to strengthen you through your deep faith and trust in Christ. Blessings and peace. Sr. Elena Henderson, SBS

Teresa Gangelhoff

November 25, 2009

Judy,
I have been out of town for a few weeks and came home to the news of Jill's passing. God Bless you and your family and I will keep you in our prayers.

Sister Mary Assumpta Zabas

November 24, 2009

Dear David -
The prayers and thoughts of our Community have been with you ever since we heard of the onset of Jill's illness. She will undoubtedly be missed. May you cherish the memories she gave you. Be assured of the continued prayers of the Sisters of the Holy Spirit in Cleveland, OH.

Mary Wiebusch

November 23, 2009

Greg, Heidi and family~

I am so sorry for the loss of your sister, Jill. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Take care~

Leslie (Sorensen) Teal

November 22, 2009

To John & the entire Belde Family-
I was so sorry to hear about Jill's passing. Even far away, I wanted to let you know my thoughts & prayers were with you.

Stephanie Workman

November 22, 2009

I can only imagine the suffering you are experiencing. May God uphold & give you strength for this difficult journey. My prayers go with you through the coming days.

Janice Wentzel-Pierce

November 21, 2009

Dear John and Belde Family, I was saddened to hear of your sisters death...I remember when I heard that the Belde's "finally" had a baby sister, and how exciting that was! God had blessed you with a little angel then, and also in the 29 great years that followed...May you find peace and comfort in the memories of those years, and knowing that she will continue to be your angel forever,and always! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Billie Conlon

November 20, 2009

Dear Judie, Greg, Heidi, Alex, and Maggie,
What wonderful guestbook entries on the Caring Bridge site about Jill. They certainly can be titled "The Joy of Jill". I know your hearts will always ache for her, but what grand memories you all have. What a tribute to her that she accomplished so much with her young life.
You are all in my heart and my prayers,
Billie Conlon
Casselberry, FL

Pete McCourt

November 20, 2009

My deepest condolences and prayers are with you all during this tragic time. May Jill rest in peace in the presence of the Lord.

marisa gallahue

November 20, 2009

I am very sadden.. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Belde family.. And to her best freind Alethia.. I knew Jill in High school and we went to St. Augustans together and I will never forget her smile and the way she lit up a room with so much joy and happiness.. I beileve there are angels and Jill is one watching over all that is good..

Marisa Gallahue

November 19, 2009

Dear Judie and family,

I was so saddened to learn that Jill had passed. Though I hadn't seen her in many years, I was immediately reminded of the joy she brought to your testosterone-heavy family: so cute, little, smiley face, wearing pink . . . I know she will be missed by all. Now, you have a second guardian angel looking after all of you. My third graders and I have been praying for you since we heard the news.

Be comforted by the fact that she is at peace with God.

Nancy Schneider
Third grade teacher
St. John Vianney School

Bill Nash

November 19, 2009

To the Belde Family;

My deepest condolences on the loss of your daughter and sister. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bill Nash

November 19, 2009

To The Belde family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult
time. May the fact that she is in a safe and happy place be comforting and strengthening. The lord is next to her smiling down watching over the rest. God Bless you all!!!
The Shank Family

Becky Kriegsman

November 19, 2009

Dear Belde Family,
I still cannot believe your beloved Jill is gone from this earth. Although I do not know most of you, I still remember the day my mother(June Nordmeier) told me a daughter had been born to the Belde family. I knew she would be special. From everything I have heard from my mother and read about Jill, she truly was a special person given to all who knew her as a gift. To those who knew Jill, you have been blessed.
My sincere condolences,
Becky Kriegsman(Block)

Ron and Mavis Dittmer

November 18, 2009

Dan, Jackie and family,

We were saddened to learn of your sister's death. You have been in our thoughts during this difficult time, and we hope that many happy memories of her will help to ease the pain of your loss.

November 18, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss and hope the good memories of Jill will help ease the pain in your hearts and fill some of the void you are feeling.

Dani Stellmach

November 18, 2009

Dan, Jackie and Belde Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your sister. May your cherished memories of her help you through this difficult time.

Dani and Gordy Stellmach and family
(neighbors)

Jeannine (Belde) Bakriges

November 18, 2009

Dear Judie and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you and provide you much strength and comfort.

November 18, 2009

Dear Belbe family, I am very sorry for the loss of Jill at this young age. There are no words to say that will make the pain and shock of this go away. I did not know Jill; Dave is a colleague of mine at Bon Secours. Be assured of my prayers for Jill and all of you during this painful process of grieving. May God be with you. Fr. Art Schute, Port Charlotte and Venice, FL.

Earl White

November 18, 2009

David and Family,
I am so very sorry for your tragic loss. You have all been in my thoughts and prayers.

The Lieberg's

November 18, 2009

Dan and Family-
We have you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Andrew Ault

November 18, 2009

Dave I'm so very sorry for your loss. My deepest thoughts and sympathies are with you and your family.

November 17, 2009

Dear Dan & Jackie,

We were very saddened to hear of the loss of your sister. We are sorry we were unable to attend services. May your sorrow lighten as time passes. Just remember the good times!

God Bless You All!

Love,
Deb & Missy
Deb and Missy

Christa Seaberg

November 17, 2009

Dear Belde Family,

My deepest sympathy and prayers are with all of you during your time of grief.

November 17, 2009

Judy and Family,
My daughter Jennie (LaManna) LaBore called to inform us Jill was very ill and again when she past. We are praying for your family. Our hearts ache for you, her mom. We remember Jill as great enthusiastic loving girl. Our girls had fun together growing up. Take comfort in knowing what a wonderful fun person Jill wan and that she touched many lives. Go to God, friends and family for strength we'll keep you in our prayers. With deepest sympathy,
Frank and Pam LaManna and Family

Diane Stone

November 17, 2009

Dave and family

As you and your family remember Jill's sweet spirit and relive the wonder that she brought to your lives, please know that many thoughts and prayers are with you.

Betsy Kiernat

November 17, 2009

Dave-

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jerry Heisler

November 17, 2009

To the Belde Family,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you.
The Ted Heisler family

Cathie Stivers

November 17, 2009

David, I offer you and your family my most sincere condolences for the loss of your sister/daughter/aunt/friend. My thoughts and prayers for comfort are with all of you, and I will look forward to supporting you in any way I can. Peace be with you, and much love.

Diane Revak

November 17, 2009

To Jill's family and all that loved her:
I am so sorry for the loss of Jill and I can't express how sad I am that she is gone. I went to St. Kate's with Jill and although I didn't know her well her smile and laugh touched my life and she will never be forgotten. May GOD be with you. I am praying for all of you.

November 17, 2009

Dear Dave,
May you sense God's tender words being spoken to your heart, "I am your God and I will be your comfort." You are in our thoughts and prayers. Liz Keith, BSSFHS in Greenville, SC

Rose Marie Jasinski

November 17, 2009

Dave,
My thoughts, prayers and sympathy to you and your family.
Much peace to you,
Sr. Rose Marie

Heidi Benkowski

November 17, 2009

My thoughts are prayers go out to the family and friends of Jill. She always had a smile at Aerial. I work for Aerial and she was always very helpful when I went into the store. We have lost a truly wonderful person.
My condolences,
God be with you all!!!

Aileen Jones

November 17, 2009

Dear Dave: My deeepest condolences to you and your family. You are in my prayers. Aileen

Chris Sobaski

November 17, 2009

To the Belde Family: While she will be missed by many, take time to celebrate her life and be proud of the many lives she touched. Take comfort in knowing that Jills loving smile will be forever looking upon you. May you find peace knowing she is with the Lord.

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding" -Proverbs 3:5

Shannon Moe

November 17, 2009

Belde Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this very sad and hard time. Jill was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all.

Mike Michalowicz

November 17, 2009

Dear Dave, I'm so sorry about the loss of your sister. May your peace coming from knowing that I and many are here for you.

Dan Woog

November 17, 2009

Our family is very saddened by your great loss. It leaves us all with an empty feeling in our hearts. We have been saying prayers for you, the wonderful family that you are.

November 17, 2009

To Jill's mother, siblings and the staff at Aerial, our deepest sympathy from the salon team at JCPenney, Maplewood.
We to will miss such a "lovely person".

Terry Pieper

November 17, 2009

Greg and Family,

My deepest Sympathy and heart felt Prayers go out to you during this time of grief. May peace come to you in know that she is with our Savior and God

November 16, 2009

Our heartfelt sympathy to everyone of Jill's family. Alan and I always looked forward to seeing her at Aerial Beauty Supply, she was always so bubbly and always had something to say and could talk about anything, she was truely a person a greatness and will not be forgotten! Thank- You for sharing your time with all of us and Peace be with you Jill.

November 16, 2009

I only met Jill a few times, but it was easy to love her kind smile and caring way. I'm very sad to hear the news and send all of her friends and family thoughts and prayers.

Herb Francis

November 16, 2009

Psalm 34 vs 4

Matt & Sue Flynn

November 16, 2009

Dave, Amelia, and the Belde Family,

We were shocked and saddened to hear of Jill’s passing.
Please know that you all remain in our thoughts and prayers.

Linda Mason

November 16, 2009

Dave, There has been an outpouring of care and concern for you and your family from everyone here in Richmond. May you find comfort knowing that others share your sorrow. Linda Mason, Bon Secours Mission Services

November 16, 2009

Dear Mrs. Belde (Joe and Judy) -
So sad to hear about Jill's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love
Mike and Maria Hermann

November 16, 2009

David and Family,

Please know your Bon Secours extended family is with you during this time.

Many thoughts and prayers are headed your way ,

Mary Burns
Bon Secours Richmond Hospice

November 16, 2009

From the 7 Sweeney sisters to Judie and the 7 Belde Boys and your wonderful families - We know we cannot say anything to heal your broken hearts, but please know that each and every one of you are in all of our thoughts and prayers now and forever. Although not all of us knew Jill well, we know what a bright, shining light she was and how much she meant to all of you.

All our Love and Support,
Maureen & Jim, Colleen & Ward, Sharon & Jerome, Margaret & Bill, MaryKaye & Sean, Molly & Mike, Leah & Ron

Christina Wiggins

November 16, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Rick Murray

November 16, 2009

John and family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. God Bless all of you.
The Murray Family (Rick, Raquel, Richard, Deanna & Christian)
and Your extended family at Goodyear

Suzanne Lawson

November 16, 2009

Dear David and Family:

I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort you and hold you in his loving arms during this most difficult time. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Heidi Schafer

November 16, 2009

I was very shocked to find out that Jill had passed away. I met Jill a few years ago at Aerial and she was always friendly to everyone. She always wanted to know how I was doing and my family. I knew that if she was working she would be the first one to the front door greeting you with a smile. Jill will be greatly missed. I am glad that I was able to get to know her. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Charlotte Perkins

November 16, 2009

My condolances to your family. David works with me and we adore him. I send you my thoughts and prayers in this time of sadness. Be strong in your faith and find comfort there.
Charlotte Perkins

Cynthia Bolden

November 16, 2009

To Dave Belde and Family:

My heart was sadden to learn of your sister's death.
God is still your refuge and strength, a very present help in the time of trouble.
May God comfort your hearts with His grace and love.

November 16, 2009

Dear David and the Belde Family,
I'm thinking of you and praying for you all.
Sincerely,
Theresa Ann Lombardi
BSR Mission Services

November 16, 2009

John and Belde family: You have our deepest sympathy and prayers during your grief. Tim and Diane Revering, MN

November 16, 2009

Belde Family,

I did not know Jill well, but I had a class with her at St. Kate's a few years ago. She had such a happy, bubbly personality and made class enjoyable for us all. Her presence will be missed in the St. Kate's community.

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Joan & Jerry Thurmes

November 16, 2009

Our deepest Sympathy to all of the Belde Family and Carol Goettl.
We will keep you all in Our Prayers during this sad time. Joan & Jerry Thurmes

Helen Pace

November 16, 2009

Dave and Family - My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great loss. Please know that your Mission family in Richmond is praying for you and your family.

November 16, 2009

Dear David and Family,

I am truly sorry for your loss. May you be blessed with vibrant and happy memories and consoled from the warmeth of friendship and love around you.

Teresa Crist
Bon Secours

Katie Schoenrock

November 16, 2009

I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Jill! I met Jill awhile ago after I became a stylist and went into Aerial often. Jill was the first one to always greet you with a smile and a "how have you been?" My grandmother passed away last week and her wake was Friday and a guest had said she had to leave because her niece passed away. Then on Saturday the girls at my salon told me what happened to Jill and putting the two and two together I believe Jill was the niece. It broke my heart. Jill will never be forgotten. My prayers are with you as you transition through this hard time.

November 16, 2009

Dave and the Belde Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nancy Bagwell, Bon Secours Richmond

November 16, 2009

We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter and sister! We have worked with Jill often at Aerial and she had such a bubbly, bright personality! She will be missed dearly!
Roseville Hair Designers Salon

JoAnn McCaffrey

November 16, 2009

Dear Mrs. Belde and all the family.

As a colleague of David's at Bon Secours in Virginia, I want you to know how deeply saddened I am at the news of Jill's passing. I have been holding Jill- and each of you - in prayer ever since we learned of her illness. I can't begin to imagine how very heavy your hearts must be at the sudden loss of your youngest, and the only daughter of the family. David has said that "Jill has the heart of a lion." Knowing David's own huge and generous heart, I can only suspect how wonderful a person Jill must have been. I hope that you can take consolation in knowing that, as Scripture says, her life is "not ended, but changed." Please believe that she is in a far better state of grace and joy, and has even more influence to do good now, than she had before.

With continued support and prayer,
JoAnn

Derek Battle

November 16, 2009

Dave, I am extremely saddened by the loss of your sister. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Julie Ann & Ted Schmitz-Wrobel

November 16, 2009

David and Belde Family,

Our deepest sympathies go out to your family. We hope you find consolation in your time together as a family and the happy memories you have of Jill.

Our thoughts are with you,

Chad,Kathy and Matthew Rauschnot

November 16, 2009

Greg, Heidi and the Belde family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. We have been praying for you all since we received the news. We know how special she was. May God help you though this tough time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help. God Bless your family

Carol Wicke

November 16, 2009

Judie and boys, I am so deeply sorry to hear of the loss of Jill. I haven't seen her for many years, but I remember when Dan and our Tony were playing hockey tohether; Jill would come to the arena dressed in her cheer-leading outfit and have such fun cheering for the team. She was so adorable and so much fun to visit with. I send my deepest sympathy to the entire family. I know all of you have many wonderful memories or Jill that will keep her alive in your hearts forever. God Bless all of you!

Darlene Brehm

November 16, 2009

I am truly saddened to hear of your family's loss....Jill was always smiling and everso helpful to me at Aerial. I was in about a week ago, and she was not there. I missed her happy, smiling face. She was a beautiful woman. My heart breaks for your family. May the Peace of God be with you all and help you find a way to get thru this sadness. I will never forget her beautiful smile and kind heart.

November 16, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss and pray you find strength in your memories and faith as you heal.

The Kolnberger family
Beanie, Jean, Alex, Sydney

November 16, 2009

Dan and Jackie,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your family member, Jill. Angie Hedtke

November 16, 2009

To the Belde Family,
We at St. Catherine University send our hearfelt condolences to Jill's extended family. My prayer is that God's love and the support of family and friends will bring comfort during this difficult time of grief until the time comes when memories of Jill in your lives will bring more smiles than tears. You and Jill will be in our prayers.

Colleen Hegranes
Senior President
St.Catherine University

Jessica Wicks Hughes

November 16, 2009

I am very sorry for your families loss. I went to St John Vianney grade school and remember your family. I recall Jill was a vibrant, beautiful little girl prancing around your living room on one occassion that my family visited yours. My thoughts are with your family in this time of mourning and reflection.
Peace, Jessica Wicks daughter of Ray Wicks and Cathy Wicks

Ed Nelson

November 16, 2009

Greg, Judy and the Belde family,

I met Jill the first time when I was helping Judy hang pictures in her new apartment that Greg had remolded in his basement. She had a great smile! The Belde's are a wonderful family and faith will bring them through this. My thoughts and prayers are with all of them.
God Bless

Ed, Sharon, and Samantha Nelson

November 16, 2009

Janey and John,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jyeton

Ted Hamlin

November 16, 2009

Dear Belde Family,

The entire Hamlin family's deepest sympathy goes out to your family at this very trying time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Trying to keep perspective at a time like this is next to imposible but remember that Jill has gone to a far better place and will be looking out for your family's with Big Al at her side.

Sincerely,

Ted and Maria Hamlin

November 16, 2009

We are all very saddened to hear of Jill's passing. We all loved her and her warm smile. She will be deeply missed. Our deepest sympathy to the family...Grayson Salon (Maplewood, MN)

Susie Gullikson

November 16, 2009

We are all very saddened to hear of Jill's passing. We all loved her and her warm smile. She will be deeply missed. Our deepest sympathy to the family...Grayson Salon (Maplewood, MN)

John and Laura

November 16, 2009

Judie Belde and Bob Ramberg and the rest of the Belde Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time of your lives. Although we have never met her,we know some of your family and know how wonderful she was.Blessings to all.

Esther Law-Hing

November 16, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time.

November 16, 2009

Dan and Jackie, and family.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Your neighbors. Jim & Sue H.

Mary Gorrilla

November 15, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers to the entire Belde family. Maria Belde Irish dances with our girls, we consider Maria and her family our extended family and support you all with love, warmth, and comfort during this trying time. Our blessings to all of you. Peace, Tom, Mary, Katy, Molly Rose and Thomas Gorrilla

Josh Selden

November 15, 2009

I am very saddened to hear of Jill’s passing. I will always remember her as a very nice, intelligent, and smiling individual. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. She will be missed greatly.

Nichole Juris

November 15, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. I attended Aveda with Jill and also worked with her at Rocco Altobelli, she was a wonderful and caring friend. I am so thankful to have known her. Thinking of your family during this difficult time.

Roxanne Ross

November 15, 2009

My deepest sympathy goes out to your family. I been a customer at Ariel Beauty Supply for years and Jill was always happy and sweet! My prayers and blessings through this hard time.

Frank & Debbie Kelly

November 15, 2009

To The Belde family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult
time. May the faith you share be comforting and strengthening. The lord is our refuge and our strength rely on him. Past and Present memories shared are so much of a
comfort to those who knew her. GOD
BLESS!!!

November 15, 2009

Belde family,
With heartfelt sympathy, we express our regrets in not being able to attend the celebration of the truly exceptional life of Jill Belde. Jill was Alethia's best-friend, but she extended her loving nature to include all the Gamez family members. There are no words to express the feeling of loss felt by us at her passing. Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

John and Martha Gamez

Steve & Kris Graeber and Family

November 15, 2009

Condolences Belde Family,
Our thoughts and hearts are with your family for your loss. We did not personally know Jill, we do know she is part of a great, loving family that will be there for each other during your healing process. Hold each other tight , and keep serenity within in your hearts, mind and soul. God Bless.

Paula Ralston

November 15, 2009

To the Belde Family-
Our deepest sympathies go out to your family from the Ralston family. We had the pleasure of spending time with Jill in Colorado Springs during the week of Krissy Kuntz and our son Andy Ralston's wedding in October 2006. We immediately took to Jill, she was so lively and bubbly and just fun to be with. We know how special she was to our daughter in law, Krissy. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May she find peace and rest within the loving embrace of the Lord.
Tom and Paula Ralston

November 15, 2009

John, Janey and the Belde family:
Our sincerest condolences and may God give you peace in this difficult time.
Dan Carlson
Monticello Rotary

Shirley Hayes

November 15, 2009

Belde Family,
We only know John and Dan and thier families but through them I can understand that Jill would be a fun loving person with a HUGE smile and lots of love to share with everyone she knew. Out hearts go out to you and we have been praying for you all since we recieved the news on Friday. You are such a close knit family that with the love and strength you share you will get through this. Jill would want you to go on and remember her for her fun out going attitude and that is what each and everyone of you should do to honor her memory.
We will not be able to be with you in person but we will be with you in our every thought and prayer that God gives you the strength you need to face the days and troubling times ahead.
The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh bless be the Lord.

May God be your rock and Salvation!

Dave, Shirley, Megan, and Mitchell

Richard Buhl

November 15, 2009

Dear Belde family, may you find comfort in reflecting on the life of Jill. My heart cries for your loss. May God reveal his presence to you and continue to hold you up.

Your friend always,

Richie Buhl

Bob & Debby Jerikovsky

November 15, 2009

Dear Belde's
We send you prayers for daily healing and peace for your daughters, sister's death. May each day you remember the good times and qualities that Jill gave during her life here on earth. We are truly sorry for Jills death.

Jesus replied, "You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand."
John 13:7

“I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid."
John 14:27


God Bless and Love you all

November 15, 2009

My deepest sympathies to your entire family. Such tragedy to lose a sister, daughter and aunt at such a young age. My thoughts are with all of you.

Tom and Helen Bohrer

November 15, 2009

Dear Judy and Family,

Our daughter, Sarah, called us about Jill. We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers. I pray your faith will give you the strength you need at this time. Your love for her and the memories you have will provide comfort to you. Keep in mind the friends you have for support and call on them when needed. Our heartfelt sympathy.

Tom and Helen Bohrer

Kris (Gamez) Brown

November 15, 2009

I just wanted to say that I am so sorry that I am not able to be there in person to give my condolences. I wish that I could hug my sister Alethia Gamez one of Jill's friends and tell her how sorry I am that she had to lose such a good friend. I met Jill because of my sister she was always with a smile I will never forget how she was always there for others. My favorite memory of Jill was when my husband and I were having our second son Jill had stopped by with my sister.She said "let me see the Buddha belly" then she gave me a hug.
Best Wishes,

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