In Memory

8 years on October 4th 1999 my amazing sister, Mandy Leigh Martell, passed away. It seems so long ago, yet not so far into the past that her memory is gone. Her absense is felt daily, but I am so grateful for my Savior and His sacrafice who made it possible that we all have the opportunity to see her again. I love the fall, and so did Mandy. Halloween and Christmas were her very favorites. She loved Tigger and DisneyLand. She had a childlike heart and soul! Her example of faith, love and Christ-like charity will forever be felt and remembered. I am grateful for a wonderful family, extended family included. I am grateful for my husband and for the timing of our friendship and eventual marriage. His love and companionship saved me in many ways. Heavenly Father knew I would need him to help fill the void and my loss. He is my strength when I am weak. I am grateful also to Peggy, who is now my sister for life! She had a hand in bringing Roger and I together. She also was there as a friend when I needed her most. My most precious memory of Mandy in her final moments here on earth was that of singing at her bedside, holding her hand in mine with my friends Peggy and Cassidy there to help me stay strong as we sang her hymn after him quietly into the night. Mandy, I love you - you are forever in my heart. (Please forgive the fact that I have no pictures - I hope you will remember her beautiful smile and face - just picture an angel)