Grandma’s Gems

The memories she left us all with will never be forgotten. The visits to Avon Park so I could build a relationship with my great grandparents; or when I was going back home to Orlando, and she would do the $20 parting gift - aka the quick hand off when no one was looking. (lol) Especially the fact that her house was the spot the grandkids were able to get together and create memories. And how could I forget that on the weekends we would wake up to her jamming out to her favorite tunes. I will never forget our sports talks - aka her Miami Heat. Most importantly, grandma taught me that it’s family over everything.

You might be gone but you are forever in my heart.

I love you Grandma G. Ashlee Taylor (granddaughter)

I always appreciated and loved how grandma would make me feel, no matter what was going on. Grandma had a way of making me feel extra important and loved with her patience, understanding, and reasoning. I was truly blessed to have her in my life.

Grandma, you will forever be loved. Duval Walker (grandson) Grandma, there are too many memories for me to pick a favorite. From you yelling “Ronnie” after Grandpa had given us ice cream sandwiches or candy and told us not to tell... to Christmas dinner when I knew for sure strawberry delight was on the menu (and you made two so I could get a corner piece).

I recognize you as a woman of strength, virtue, honor, humility, and beauty. Your smile, hugs, and words of encouragement will be missed greatly. I know you were greeted with open arms from everyone that has passed before.

Until we see each other again - Danielle Walker-Eccles (granddaughter)

When I was younger, I used to like watching Grandma count partner money. Of course, I had no idea what that was at the time. She would separate the notes by denomination, bend a stack of them in half and unfold them one at a time, meticulously counting each stack like clockwork before adding it to her safe. This was done after each visit from friends and family who I saw come by for cute visits, to slip her or Grandpa envelopes of cash. Sometimes they would stop to discuss matters of importance. (I think some of them are in this crowd here today.)

Puzzled, I wondered about these encounters. So, one day I asked her why she always getting these monies and she explained the system of partner to me. She was the banker and routinely everyone got their draw. I was proud to know that my grandma was someone people could trust and it impressed me to see the way she handled that role with authority.

Love - Neil Sinclair (grandson)

One of my favorite memories is spending time with grandma watching her beloved Miami Heat. We would watch the games together and many times I spent more time watching her quarrel or yell at the TV when the players didn’t play up to her standards. It was so much fun watching her watch the match as she would almost jump out of the bed & at times, I thought she would get up and walk. Grandma was animated and it was as if she was on the court with them. She was their coach.

Everything she did was with passion, love, and attention. When she loved, she loved hard and you knew it, felt it, and longed for it. Her love could cure you from any issue you may think you have. I will miss hugging and kissing you; however, I will carry you in my heart always!