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With such sadness I share Robert's message with members at LN about his wife's recent passing. We knew her as HealthyWealthyWise...
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My name is Robert, I am Marianne Scullin's husband. I don't know how active she has been on this site recently but I know she has talked with some folks here.
I am sorry to say that I lost her on Tuesday night, Jul. 20. I am barely able to write this I am so devasted.. she was the love of my life.
We would have been married 32 years come Oct. My only relief is the knowledge her nightmare of pain is over.
I wish ALL of you the best, I understand your plight.. believe me. If anyone wants to get in touch I can be reached at [email protected]
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Here is a link on LN if you'd like to share thoughts with Robert.
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Our own beloved "merrygirl" .. a champion for all. We will miss you, Melissa, but your causes will go forward and you spirit will carry on. God bless.
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Jennifer Hollis- Age 22 from Texas
Saturday, May 14, 2016
HOUSTON, TX (KTRK) -- A 22-year-old woman has been reported missing in the Houston area.
According to Texas EquuSearch, Jennifer Hollis was last seen leaving work in the Houston area on Thursday, May 12. She was driving a silver 2004 Toyota RAV4 with Texas plates DGG-5165.
Hollis has a distinguishing mole the right of her left eyebrow.
Anybody with information about Hollis' whereabouts is asked to contact the Houston Police Department at (713) 731-5223 or Texas EquuSearch at (281) 309-9500.
` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` UPDATE: Body of missing student found (Texas)
By The Cougar News Services May 30, 2016
The body of missing 22-year-old Jennifer Hollis was found early Monday morning. According to a Facebook page set up by her family, Hollis took her own life after a long struggle with Lyme disease.
“The problem is that Jennifer suffered an absolutely horrible illness called Lyme disease which bore a pain that is unbearable for those who are inflicted,” Hollis’ family said in a Facebook post.
“Most people didn’t realize this about Jennifer. She suffered in silence. She tried to mask her pain and suffering with her infectious smile, laughter and enduring love of life.”
After Hollis’ family raised thousands of dollars through a GoFundMe page, they hired a private investigator to help find her. After a three week search, her family was notified at 5 a.m. that her body was found.
The family asked that in lieu of flowers, Hollis’ friends and family donate to a Lyme disease awareness charity.
God just granted a beautiful young angel her wings. Jennifer Morgan Hollis was lifted to the heavens on May 30, 2016 at the age of 22.
Jennifer was born January 19, 1994 in Houston, Texas. She graduated with the class of 2013 from Memorial High School where she danced with the Marquette dance squad.
She was also active in HITS theater, MHS choir, and enjoyed singing, dancing, piano and art.
After High School Jennifer attended the University of Texas San Antonio followed by the University of Houston.
At the time of her death she was so proud to be working as a medical assistant at The Healing Space, and was hoping to dedicate her life and pursue a health and healing profession of some sort.
During her spare time Jennifer loved to read, learn, grow, and help others. She was constantly searching for ways to be a better person, to impact the lives of others, and to walk a virtuous life with Christ.
She possessed a very strong faith and was comforted by journaling her thoughts, feelings, and devotionals to God.
She is survived by her mother, Elizabeth Anne Hollis, father, Michael Scott Hollis, Jr., sister, Jessica Nicole Hollis, step-mother, Ilinka Rodriguez Hollis, step-sister, Sara Laura Hollis,
paternal grandparents, Laura Hedrick Hollis and Michael S. Hollis, Sr., 13 Aunts/Uncles, 17 cousins, and her beloved dog Ziggy.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Carol V.S. Gossweiler and Dr. Robert Lee Gossweiler of Stewartstown, PA, and aunt, Suzanne Regina Gossweiler.
A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, June 11, 2016 at Christ Evangelical Presbyterian Church at 8300 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77024.
A private interment will be conducted at Woodlawn Funeral and Cemetery where Jennifer will rest in eternal peace.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of Jennifer to Safe Harbor Lyme.
Safe Harbor Lyme is a non-profit dedicated to provide those in need financial support, community education, awareness and to restore hope to many who suffer from Lyme disease and its co-infections.
FACE BOOK PAGE TODAY- Our beloved beautiful, kind, brave dad and husband.. Half five in the night you took your last breath. You've had a strong journey through these 16 years, and you're both hero and role model in our eyes.
You've been so strong both mentally and physically so long that it's a real nightmare that this could happen to you. "I win", you wrote. In our eyes you won the fight for liberation of from the wheelchair.
Now you're in heaven. We love you all over our heart daddy. Life will no longer be the same without you.
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Rest In Peace, Brave Warriors.
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It's truly astonishing to me how many of these deaths can be attributed directly or indirectly to Lyme. And these are just the deaths that have been discovered by the tireless research of people searching obituaries and those acquainted with people on this site and other Lyme sites. Imagine how many more test positive and pass away with no mention of Lyme or tick borne illness in their obituaries and even more that never even had a clue or indication that they might have this disease in the first place who pass and their deaths are never attributed to Lyme. It would be orders of magnitude greater than this long list. Each of these stories resonates deeply with me and I feel for those who felt so desperate and abandoned by modern medicine who saw no choice but to end it all. It's amazing to me how little our supposedly advanced medical sciences know about an insect disease, and the unwillingness to even address this is nothing short of criminal. The disproportionate number of ALS deaths of people who are testing positive and the number of deaths of young people on this list should lead to in depth examination of this disease by the medical community. You don't have to be a medical researcher to notice a pattern here. At some point it is far beyond just coincidence. I refuse to believe that all the family members would lie about what caused these deaths or exaggerate the struggles that these people faced for years on end. Where there is smoke there is fire. How much smoke do we need? I've never been one to be about 'Lyme activism' but looking through lists like these really angers me and demands some form of action. I am glad this is being tracked to some small extent even just by a small website so that not every Lyme death goes down in silence. And people who even discuss chronic Lyme are ridiculed. I am speechless. When will the medical community wake up and at least acknowledge this problem even if they have no solution? Year after year nothing changes and more people are dying and many many more are suffering greatly and have lost their quality of life. Something gotta give here in 2017.
RIP. I hope these deaths will not be in vain.
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Logmoss,
I agree. This should not be happening. You said it very well.
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Logmoss, I agree too! It breaks my heart and yet part of me is jealous that their battle is over.
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Am very sorry to hear of Merry Girl's death. I don't stop by here very often anymore, and seeing this news makes me afraid to read up much more...
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Another tragic loss. Rose passed away after 15 years of suffering, at the young age of 28. In lieu of flowers the family needs financial help to bury their daughter.
Rose Schwarz succumbs to Lyme disease
On Jan. 11, with her family by her side, Rose Schwarz passed away peacefully, after succumbing to complications from Lyme disease, which she battled for 15 years with much support from the community.
Coast Reporter first introduced Schwarz to the public in 2009 when it was thought she had gastroparesis, which kept her from being able to eat. Through fundraisers the community helped Rose have a stomach removal surgery, but it didn’t end her health issues.
Years later it would become evident that her stomach paralysis was linked to Lyme disease.
Because she had suffered for so long with the disease, there wasn’t much conventional medicine could do to help, so her family searched out other options and once again the community stepped up to help financially.
Despite special treatments and feeding formulas, Rose continued to lose weight and suffer the effects of long-term Lyme disease.
The community came to know her well and she and her family had a large group of public supporters.
Despite all efforts, this month, at the age of 28, Rose succumbed to her disease.
“On Jan. 11, 2017 with both of us [her parents] by her side, Rose passed away peacefully and with grace and dignity,” said Rose’s mother Tani.
“Over the years the community has opened their hearts to us and this kindness will not be forgotten. … To all the wonderful people who have supported Rose throughout her 15-year battle with Lyme disease, we are eternally grateful.”
Rose is survived by her mother Tani, father Gary, her nana Marti, her uncle Bill and uncle Wes, her stepbrother Bro and her stepsister Meadow.
“Rose’s bravery and persistence shone through her deep pain and inconceivable suffering. She soldiered on until her body finally gave out,” Tani said.
There will be a public celebration of Rose’s life on Feb. 12 at 3 p.m. at the Sechelt Legion.
In lieu of flowers the family is asking for donations to help cover the costs of the funeral.
Donations can be given online at tinyurl.com/jdzvosz or to The Rose Fund at any branch of the Sunshine Coast Credit Union.
There is also a Burger and Beer fundraiser planned at the Lighthouse Pub all day on Jan. 28, including a silent auction and live music starting at 1 p.m.
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I share this today in memory of Dr. Edwin Master's (1945-2009). He was a good man, a wonderful and compassionate doctor and ahead of the times with his research. Along with many others I still miss him.
Dr. J. “Greg” Hoffmann, age 66, of Hartford, Eagle River and Waupaca, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2017.
He was born on July 26, 1950 in Hartford to parents Dr. J. Gregory and Marie (nee Schwartz) Hoffmann. “Doc” continued the family legacy of practicing medicine throughout the state.
He was nationally recognized as a specialist in treating Lyme Disease. Family, friends and patients will always remember his compassion, bedside manor, his “old school” approach to his profession and his “cowboy” attitude.
He loved the outdoors, spending time hunting, fishing and enjoying his cabin in the north woods.
Dr. Hoffmann is survived by two children, Erica (fiancé James Estrada) Hoffmann and Shane (Erika); one granddaughter, Madison; brother, Tom (Krista); nieces, Lindsay (Shane) Becker, Courtney (Zach) Fricke; nephew, Cassidy (Cristy); former spouse, Anne (nee Rublee) Hoffmann.
Also survived by other relatives and many friends. Dr. Hoffmann is preceded in death by his parents.
A time of visitation and support for family and friends will be held at St. Kilian Catholic Church, 264 W. State St., Hartford on Thursday, May 11 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Kilian Catholic Church, on Friday, May 12 at 10:30 a.m.
Committal Service will be held at Clearwater Lake Cemetery on Friday, May 12 at 4:30 p.m. A gathering will be held after the committal to continue the memories and fellowship at the Oneida Village in Three Lakes, WI.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to St. Kilian Catholic Church, St. Theresa Catholic Church, Three Lakes, WI or www.wisconsinlymenetwork.org
Shimon Funeral Home is serving the family.
Post here about his medical board fight. He was a real contributor and trooper. He will be missed.
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Woman who died from Rocky Mountain spotted fever bit while camping in western Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. - A La Crosse woman has died of a disease that's considered rare in the Midwest, health officials said.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services and the La Crosse County Health Department said Tuesday that the death is the first documented from Rocky Mountain spotted fever in Wisconsin.
Jo Foellimi, a La Crosse County public health nurse, says the woman was bit while camping in western Wisconsin in early May.
The woman was diagnosed with RMSF in mid-June and died days later. Foellimi says the woman was in her late 50s but declined to identify her.
RMSF most commonly occurs in the central and southeastern regions of the United States, according to a news release. Most tickborne diseases transmitted in Wisconsin are spread by the blacklegged (or deer) tick. RMSF, however, is spread by the bite of the American dog (or wood) tick.
Early symptoms of RMSF can be mild and typically include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, rash and stomach pain, DHS said. If left untreated, an RMSF infection can rapidly develop into a serious illness.
DHS encouraged Wisconsin residents to take the following steps to protect themselves and their families from tick bites while enjoying the outdoors:
Use an insect repellent with at least 20-percent DEET or another EPA-registered repellent according to the label instructions.
Use 0.5-percent permethrin products on clothing, socks and shoes according to label instructions.
Stay on trails and avoid walking through tall grasses and brush.
Wear long sleeves and pants, and tuck pants into socks and shirts into pants to avoid ticks crawling under clothing.
Check your entire body for ticks after being outdoors.
Take a shower as soon as possible after coming in from outdoors.
Place clothes in the dryer on high heat for 10 minutes to kill any ticks on clothing.
Use a veterinarian-prescribed tick prevention treatment on pets.
DHS said that of the illnesses spread by ticks in Wisconsin, Lyme disease is the most common, but ticks can also spread anaplasmosis, ehrlichiosis and, more rarely, RMSF and Powassan virus.
Many people who contract a tickborne disease do not recall a tick bite, so it's also important to be aware of the common symptoms of tickborne disease, such as fever, rash, headache, body aches and fatigue.
Most diseases spread by ticks in Wisconsin can be effectively treated with antibiotics, making early diagnosis critical, health officials said. If symptoms develop after a tick bite or after possible tick exposure, see a health care provider.
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Aldo Pezzi, Jr.
Aldo Pezzi, Jr., age 67, of Merrill, passed away on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at his home after an over 3 year battle with neurological Lyme disease and stroke complications.
Aldo was able to stay living at home with personal caregivers, his family, and hospice services support.
Aldo was born December 23, 1950, in Merrill, son of the late Aldo Sr. and Wanda (Widenhoft) Pezzi.
Aldo attended Merrill Senior High School and was a graduate of Northcentral Technical College, Wausau, with a degree in Automotive.
He was a self-employed logger and was often complimented for the great job he did in timber harvesting.
Earlier in his life, Aldo was an avid motocross racer and competed throughout the state of Wisconsin.
Aldo also participated in kart racing. Aldo enjoyed attending Merrill Blue Jay sporting events; open wheel and sports car races, especially at Road America; and auctions to find good buys.
Aldo enjoyed watching Badger football and basketball and shows about cars. Aldo loved his many pet dogs throughout the years and his rural lifestyle.
Aldo was an excellent mechanic and metal fabricator. Aldo had a great sense of humor that remained even during his illness.
Aldo was a great brother who taught his younger sister to ride motorcycles, use tools, fix things and he will be deeply missed.
Aldo is survived by two sisters, Christine (Bill) Burchell, Athens, Alabama, and Michelle M. (Steve C.) Plautz, Merrill; two nieces, Theresa and Angela; two great nieces, Stevie and Chrissy; two great great nieces, Aria and Presley; a great great nephew, Lane; two aunts, Lydia Bauman, Merrill, and Deana Trinitapoli of Wisconsin; his special cousin, Alfred Pezzi, Tomahawk; and many other cousins.
Thank you to all the caregivers, relatives, friends, and neighbors for their prayers, support, help, and for every kindness.
Our deepest gratitude to Fay and the team she put together to help Aldo live at home to the end – Alissa, Anna, Cassie, Denise, Kim, and Sherry.
In accordance with Aldo’s wishes, there will be no services. Taylor-Stine Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Merrill, is assisting the family.
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In Memory of Clarissa Tilghman Yost White
EASTON — Clarissa Tilghman Yost White, aged 78 years, died Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019, in Easton, Md.
Mrs. White was born in Baltimore, Md., on June 12, 1940, to Mr. John Stevenson Long Yost and Mrs. Clarissa Tilghman Goldsborough Yost.
Mrs. White was descended from several families that were settled in Talbot County in the 17th century to include the Goldsborough, Lloyd, Tilghman and Turbutt families.
Mrs. White enjoyed the majority of her life at Ferrybridge Farm on the Miles River in Easton, Md.
Mrs. White was previously married and divorced from the late John Patterson White of Easton, Md. She is survived by her sister, Julia Goldsborough Yost of Newfoundland, Pa.; and her brother, Stevenson Yost of St. Helena, Calif.
She is also survived by her daughter, Catherine Goldsborough White Murphy of Easton, Md.; and her son, John Patterson White II of Charleston, S.C.
Mrs. White is survived by her grandchildren, Hopewell Blacker Lee Murphy, Liza Michelle White, Hannah Lloyd Clare Murphy and Joseph Tilghman White; and her daughter-in-law, Kristen Watson White. Mrs. White was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Christopher W.W. Murphy of Easton, Md.
Mrs. White was a member and supporter of the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America and the Society or Lees of Virginia. When she was not at Ferrybridge Farm, Mrs. White enjoyed traveling the world and could often be found painting in Italy.
She forged many close relationships throughout her travels to parts of Asia, Australia, Africa, South America and Europe. She found happiness spending time on the water, in her garden, visiting with friends, supporting local art festival, and enjoying time with her grandchildren. Her loyal Labradors were often by her side.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019, at 11 a.m. at Christ Church 111 S. Harrison St., Easton, MD 21601. A family burial will be at Spring Hill Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest in the Goldsborough family plot, among her ancestors.
When I started the first two Lyme Disease Support Groups in Maryland many years ago the majority of people and health care professionals across the state had never heard of Lyme disease.
Crissie was the first volunteer who came to help me educate and support those who were suffering. The article linked below was inspired by Crissie after her family member passed away from what was later determined to be Lyme disease.
I've highlighted in bold font the section that mentioned Crissies' loss. Of course, no names were used back then out of respect and to protect the privacy of those who passed and their families.
Crissie was very dedicated to helping others who suffered. She will be missed. Rest in peace my friend.
"Rarely Fatal" Disease Claims More Lives- Published in the Star Democrat
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May he rest in peace...
OBITUARY Carl J. Hamrin
Mon, 08/19/2019 - 9:15am
Carl J. Hamrin
On Aug. 14, 2019, Carl Johan Hamrin, loving husband and father, passed away at the age of almost 87.
Carl was born on Sept. 26, 1932 in Stockholm, Sweden.
He received a degree in naval architecture and marine engineering from the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm and was an avid sailor and computer geek, combining computer assisted design with his love of the ocean.
He served as an ensign in the Royal Swedish Navy and loved to sail the archipelagos in the Baltic, North Sea and Caribbean.
On Sept. 22, 1963, he married Jeannie at the Seaman’s Church in Copenhagen, Denmark. They raised two daughters, Kristina and Sofia in Sweden and Maine.
Carl had a passion for the sea, sailing and fishing that started as a toddler when he would ride the Djursholm ferries in Stockholm’s archipelago, fishing on the west coast, racing Finn Dinghies in the Baltic and sailing boats across the North Sea, around Scandinavia and the Caribbean.
After becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen in 1975, he owned many boats and even lobstered part-time in Cape Porpoise. His last boat was a Parker that he skippered as a proud coxswain in the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
He was known for his quick wit, his “mischievous” smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit.
Carl was preceded in death by his parents and older sister. He is survived by an older brother, his wife and their two children, one granddaughter and several cousins, nieces and nephews and their children.
He worked happily as an engineer on container ships, as a researcher at the Royal Institute of Technology, as a systems analyst, director of computer services at University of New Hampshire and University of New England and finally as vice-president at Taction.
Being Swedish, everything was “lagom” (in balance) so work/play balance was “just right.” He felt blessed to have done everything he wanted to accomplish while he was in good health.
He enjoyed exploring all seven continents, wonderful backpacking holidays in New Zealand, Iceland, Sweden, Pacific Crest, Greenland; yearly visits to Puerto Vallarta and Bermuda and hosting six international exchange students.
Later in life, Carl was active with the Coast Guard Auxiliary, Signal Point Marina, fire department, Harbor Theater and the Boothbay Region Health Center serving on boards and helping with technology.
J.K. Rowling said, “To the well-organized mind, death is but the next great adventure.”
During his planning meeting for coming home with hospice care, Carl jumped into this experience full speed ahead.
He knew that when he got home, life was no longer “hopeful of meaningful recovery,” and home care resources were “limited” and he chose not to place an “undue burden” on his family.
With his ethos of moderation and stubbornness, he decided to die on his terms. He didn’t want a funeral service.
He underwent an eco-friendly green cremation. Family and friends will celebrate his well-lived life in both Sweden and Maine at later dates.
Carl said the only advantage of dying after living with eight years of chronic Lyme Disease, is that he had time to research the effects of failure to diagnose and treat Borrellia burgdorferi, Babiosiosis and Bartonella Hensae.
He used his giant intellect and research skills to discover many unbelievable characteristics from a tick bite.
In death, he still wants to help people with Lyme. If you are moved to help those who suffer from Lyme, please make a donation in Carl’s memory to
Mary "Polly" Luckett Murray, 85, of West Orange, NJ, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2019, with her daughter by her side.
She was born in New York City, the daughter of the late Edward Hobbs Luckett and Mary Gardner Sayles Luckett. Polly grew up in Irvington, NY, and attended The Masters School in Dobbs Ferry. She earned a BA at Mount Holyoke College, where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa in 1954.
After Mount Holyoke, Polly was awarded a fellowship at Yale Art School, studying with the American painter Robert Brackman in Noank, Connecticut, and the Art Students League of New York.
She married the late Irvin Gillis Murray.
They raised four children in Lyme, CT: Alexander "Sandy" Gillis Murray, Dr. David Kingman Murray, Caroline "Wendy" Sayles Zeidner, and Dr. Todd Ingalls Murray.
During the 1960s and 1970s, Polly's family became stricken with a variety of unexplained symptoms ranging from rashes and joint pain to fever.
Doctors she visited were unable to effectively diagnose these ailments. It soon became clear to Polly that others in the community were having similar symptoms. I
In 1975, Polly called the Connecticut State Department of Health to report an unusual pattern of symptoms affecting her family and her community, and listed over 40 cases of what would come to be known as Lyme Disease.
The call to the State prompted a meeting between Polly and Dr. Allen C. Steere of the Department of Rheumatology at Yale University School of Medicine, who began studying the pattern of disease and wrote the first medical papers of what was initially described as Lyme Arthritis.
Following the discovery of Lyme Disease, Polly worked tirelessly throughout the 1980s and 1990s as a volunteer to raise public awareness about the disease.
She was a foundational thinker and member of many Lyme Disease support groups and foundations, in California, Connecticut, and New York, among other states.
In 1996, Polly published a book with St. Martin's Press," The Widening Circle: A Lyme Disease Pioneer Tells Her Story", and continued professional connections with many of the leading researchers on Lyme Disease.
Also, in 1996, Polly was awarded an Alumnae Honorary Degree by Mount Holyoke for her work on Lyme Disease. She also received an award from the NIH, and lectured medical students at Case Western Reserve University and Columbia University.
Polly was an avid artist, painting throughout her adult life, and also for a period of time focused her artistic talents on making dolls with faces which were hand painted, and which were a unique fusion of antique bisque doll forms and her own talent for drawing and painting children.
Her dolls were displayed at the Museum of American Folk Art in New York, and she exhibited paintings at the Lyme Academy, the Old Lyme Art Academy, the Cooley Gallery, the Essex Art Association Gallery, the Clinton Art Society, the Mystic Art Association Gallery, New Haven Paint and Clay Club, Shippee Gallery in New York, and many other venues.
Polly was known for her love of her family and friends, and for her fierce determination to overcome any obstacles in her path and to help others do the same.
She received phone calls from people all over the country and the world, and it was her greatest satisfaction to provide the support they needed and connect them to Lyme Disease clinicians and best practices.
In addition to her bouts with Lyme Disease, Polly lived for more than fifteen years after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. She refused to give in to any of these afflictions, and enjoyed a remarkably high quality of life until shortly before she passed.
Polly was predeceased by her brother, William Stone Luckett, II, and his wife, Diana "Dede" Ward Luckett, and her sister, Nina Luckett Anderson, and her husband, Dr. Harrison Clarke Anderson.
She is survived by her four children and grandchildren: Pramila Karki Murray, Santosh Gillis Subedi Murray, Kai Murray, America Murray, Isabelle Amelia Zeidner, Chloe Helena Duarte Murray, and Andreas Gillis Murray.
Please email [email protected] for information regarding a memorial service in August.
Published in The New Haven Register & Shoreline Times from July 21 to July 26, 2019
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