Leslie, may the wonderful memories you shared together bring you strength at this difficult time.  Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Dearest Leslie and Family, 
With only words may I attempt to soften the pain and emptiness you now have encountered and embraced. Find the fleeting moments of reflection that offer hope and reassurance that your mother (Yia  Yia) has her peace. This void that surrounds you as your walls echo silence, stand reassured that you gave and offered all of you to your mother. 
There is No Greater gift than to be present. This intimate exchange you two shared can not be erased or ignored. Incredible Love you two developed as her years wore her body and yet never her spirit. How grateful these memories will be, blossom and root: in time.
 Please Take care of you as you rearrange your life, as your daily routine is now altered. Speak loudly Her name, Weep profoundly in her absence, Don't run from your emotions, offer yourself patience. This is all new to you. Allow your heart to heal on your terms. You are loved, and Mothers are such great scholars of life and living. RIP sweet Yia YIa RIP. Mary's daughter,Diana's mom.

Jill, what a blessing and a cheerful soul you were. Always so kind and thoughtful. You've passed those valued traits on to your daughter, my dear friend Leslie.  

I used to get a kick out of the cheerful way you always greeted me. You were always so upbeat even when not feeling well. 

I know you are dancing and skipping through the beautiful flower filled fields of heaven enjoying your new surroundings in perfect health and uprightness once again! Until we meet again, know that you are loved and never forgotten.

You leave a legacy of graciousness & love in your kindhearted & thoughtful family.  Job well done, good and faithful daughter of the Lord.

Leslie, I know the feeling of loneliness in the loss of your mother, the one you have cared for so many years.  It will get better as time goes by as God prepared for times like this  I love you dearly.  You are in my prayers.  Dottie Collinsworth

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

My heart breaks for you at the loss of your precious Yia Yia.  Know this Leslie, your mother is dancing with her family on streets of gold!  She awaits your homecoming and has been completely healed of all pain and aging!  She is in the arms of our precious Lord Jesus.  As you mourn her passing, picture her joy.  Much love to you Leslie and your beautiful family!

To the Martin Family: My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

Mom, the feeling of emptiness in my heart for you is overwhelming.  It is so hard not to be selfish and want you back to your earthly home. Wonderful people are reaching out from all directions expressing their sorrow and sharing how much you were loved. You had an uncanny ability to make all who met you comfortable and cared for.  You were all about their story, and not your own.  Your quick wit and spur of the moment humor was incredible.  This gift stayed with you even in your last moments with us. Even though I know you are in the arms of our Savior, my soul misses you being present.  You are in perfect peace with your loved ones who went before you, and are awaiting us who love you to follow.  Today, our home feels so sad and empty without you. Abbie and Quincy keep searching your room.  We are doing our best to change our routines and celebrate the precious moments we shared with you.  We have completely destroyed your room looking at pictures and reminiscing (so sorry) but I promise we will clean it up. We just wanted to be as close to you as possible as we grieve and heal as a family.  I love you mom, and I look forward to being reunited very soon. The boys are here with me and we promise to do our best to honor your wishes in the coming days.  Skol!  She said as she lifted her glass of White Zinfidel wine.  I love you so much.

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Mary Jill Martin

June 28, 1926 – July 16, 2017

Phoenix Memorial Park & Mortuary

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