Like Lana and Charlotte, I was also a classmate of Marcia's. She was always bigger than life, loved to laugh and was involved in so many activities. I for one hated that she left for California our senior year. We had been very good friends for our first eleven years of school.
Marcia had my mother, Mrs. Johnston, for her Spanish teacher. She loved my mother and my mom had a special place in her heart for Marcia. Every time Marcia and I talked over these last many years since our school days, she would mention my mom and referred to her as Señora Johnston.
David, Russel and Jeff, you were the apples of your Mother's eyes. She was always so proud of each of you and was quick to tell me all about what was going on in your lives. You have had such an incredibly difficult, sad week. To lose both parents so close together has got to be one of the most difficult things a person could experience. Cling to all the positive memories, and know that your mother's love for you was so deep and true.
You and your families will all be in my earnest prayers for peace, strength and comfort.
With much love,
Marcella Johnston Pense