Norine Garrett

Hi Nick,

Nice to hear that you would like remembrances of you dear Mother. (I smile at reading about her frequent comment "ask me if I care?") Yes that was Dorothy. She didn't sweat the small things. I remember her in El Cajon ward as being easy going, relaxed, and pleasant, easy to get along with and enjoyed by all. I can picture her sitting in Relief Society drinking it all in with pleasure. I believe very sincerely that she had great Faith in God and knew that he was mindful of her and her family.

What a shock it was for her to get Cancer and have it take her down so quickly. One day I took her down into SanDiego for her radiation treatment. She was in a wheelchair by then and the treatment was certainly not pleasant, however she never complained once on that occasion. She was definitely open with me and very appreciative of my small act of service in her behalf. I know she loved your Dad and you children and she did NOT want to leave you, but she put her hand in Gods for his will to prevail. She did so with dignity and faith and very little complaint that I ever heard.

It is never easy to have your Mother pass away and particularly difficult for a young 13 year old. I am sorry you don't have more clear memories of your Mother but hopefully those that you do have help you realize she was a daughter of God with great worth.

Gene and I send our love to you and your Dad and siblings and wish you the very best always,
Love Norine