Monday, June 6, 2016
Dearest Brenda and family,
My heart aches with love and adoration for you all. Your Dad was the preacher at Madison Park Christian Church when I was a teenager. He taught me to wash a car when I was 15, (your family car). You and I, Brenda were very good at making impromptu pizzas whenever I was fortunate enough to spend time at your house. I have missed our good times over the years and cherished the memories. Your Mother was my inspiration, a woman of grace, beauty and loving warmth. Her voice thrilled me to my bones when she led us in choir practice and I sing because she taught me to raise my voice in melodious notes for all to hear. I have missed her so very much over the years but have been so grateful that she was a part of my life. I have often wondered about my lovely church family from so long ago. Out of the clear blue sky I googled your Dad's name, thinking "wouldn't it be wonderful to see if I could reconnect with your family". Low and behold, there was your Dad's heavenly face looking out of my computer at me... so sad his physical presence has passed but at peace knowing he will always be with me, just as his lovely Martha has been with me in spirit and held deep in my soul. Please know that I have loved you all for a very long time and reach out to me if you see this message; I would be so happy to hear from you. Take good care. In loving memory and concern, Martha Winfield, formerly of Quincy, IL and currently of Ocala, FL.
