Amy was my sister and my hero. Throughout her life, she faced more than her fair share of challenges, but she rose to meet every single one. Despite a rocky marriage, she brought three wonderful sons into the world. She seemed to inherit every bad health condition that ran in our family, but that never stopped her from enjoying life and time with her family.
Amy was extremely creative. She played the piano with gusto, crocheted countless blankets as gifts for others, and adored cats. Her beloved cat, Sadie, died just a couple of years before her. Ironically, she experienced thyroid problems just like Amy, and Amy had to wear gloves when applying Sadie’s medicine so it wouldn’t affect her own thyroid function.
Amy also enjoyed sitting outside and enjoying nature. She was a fantastic cook who could turn even the simplest ingredients into something special, and it’s such a shame that her life ended at just 67 years old.
In January 2025, Amy contracted RSV. She had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and had been a longtime smoker, which made her especially vulnerable. After falling ill over the holidays, she tried to manage at home, not wanting to call an ambulance. By the time she finally reached out to her doctor, it was too late for her body to recover. Amy spent seven days in the hospital before passing away, but not before seeing her sons one last time.
What gives me comfort is knowing that Amy had made the selfless decision to be an organ donor. I have been pleased with the whole process with HonorBridge and it made me feel so good and proud that Amy was able to make a difference for others. I was not ready for her to go, but the Lord made that decision. I am just so glad she was able to make one more major gift to some special people.
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