I was saddened to learn of Jean's passing. She was a kind, gently soul with a beautiful spirt and smile that brightened the room when I saw her. It was a pleasure meeting you both and being able to provide support service to her. Heartfelt sympathies to you Bob and your family.

Dear Bob,
Your wonderful wife was my second grade teacher, who taught us and supported us during a very daunting time. The mother of a classmate contracted polio and, of course, the entire community of parents was frantic. Our class was given gamma globulin injections as a precautionary measure, and then the polio vaccine as soon as it was available. Throughout that time she kept all of us calm, kept us learning, and kept the worry and concern out of our classroom. As kids, we were almost unaware of all the stress in the community, thanks to her. In addition, she was a lively teacher! She pushed us to learn, encouraged us when we were lost in the second grade curriculum, and never made us feel like we were anything but scholars in the making. I remember that at the end of the day we all lined up and gave her a peck on the cheek as we left the room for home.

Ted Lawrence (Age 73)

Dear Bob and family,
We are so sorry that your beloved Jean has passed on to the next stage. She was a lovely person. In the Green Hills dance group, she joined the action. In the conversation phase of the group, she always spoke kind words about everyone, especially about you and her grandkids. You both showed us how to manage life as it changes over the years.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Elizabeth Angelici

Bob, Sandy, Rich, and families,

I have such wonderful memories of your wife/mom/grandma. Jean and Bob were an important part of my growing up. Sandy, I don't recall a time when we weren't friends, and I especially recall your mom fondly when we would be at your house, in particular, when we spend hours preparing our 4H demonstration about having a "pot party." I loved seeing the video you created to honor your mom, and it looks like there were many wonderful times when she enjoyed be a grandmother to her five grandchildren.

Know I will be thinking of you all on Monday, and holding you close in prayer. May wonderful memories and love comfort all of you as you navigate the days ahead.
Much love, Beth Herriott Enderle

Bob and family,

I met JEAN once where she was A judge for the national secretaries association here in Ames.

I was one of the nominees that she judged. After it was over, she told me I had the better answers of everyone. But others had a lengthier text on their backgrounds.

My heartfelt sympathies to each of you on the loss of your wife, mom, grandma, etc.

May God comfort you all now and in the days, months, and years ahead.

BETTY GORDON, Ames, Iowa
Former secretary at the Ames maintenance residency is how I got to know Bob.