Saturday, March 7, 2026
I was deeply sorry to hear how difficult the last few months have been and her passing. John and Jane have remained so close to me even after Ruby's (John's sister) death. I'm still the Old Uncle to all of you! I'll never forget how good they were to Ruby and I as she became sick and incapacitated. When she came home from the hospital and was at home in hospice, they came to help me and stayed almost 2 weeks. Typical of Jane, she cleaned all my kitchen cupboards for me. They stayed for almost 2 weeks until Jane as homesick and wanted to go back to her family. We had joyous times together ever since I married into the family. Wonderful family gatherings throughout the years. My thoughts and wonderful memories are with all of your family during this distressing time. You were blessed with having wonderful parents, which is not often true in so many contemporary families now. I always want to still be considered as "Uncle Lee" to all of you. Give a hug to my Brother-in-law and a kiss in the air to sweet Jane.
Lee Fruechte
Fairfield, California