October 16, 2007
Rest In Peace - Jen Larwa
I found out last week that my good friend, co-worker, former boss, and one of the "good ones", Jen Larwa (some of you knew her as Jen Schwartzkopf), passed away.
Jen was one of the kindest spirits that you ever came across. How can you NOT be when one of your favorite creatures is Elmo! I must admit that I am still in shock and am not sure how I will react at the memorial service later today.
Jen turned 30 earlier this year. It was FAR too soon for her to leave us, but I know she will not be forgotten. Wherever you are, Princess Songbird, I hope you are well.
Rest In Peace - Jen Larwa
I love you, friend...and I miss you...
-m-
[Edit]
I wanted to share just a little more about Jen than what I had originally in my post. I was obviously still a bit in shock and didn't really write much.
Below are some of the snippets of thoughts that I've put down on a couple of comment boards for Jen...
"Jen, you will be missed dearly. Your fantastic attitude (and sarcastic sense of humor), your infectious smile, and your willingness to always be there for anyone, regardless of what else was going on in your life. You were one of the good ones!"
"I think the thing I will remember most about Jen was her fantastic cooking. She would always bring in a sample of her latest concoction, whether it be a cake for my birthday, beef stew, or (my favorite) her awesome green chili. She liked to send food my way because I loved to give her a grade and a detailed breakdown of what I liked and what I thought might make it even better. She would always strive to get that "A." I hope St. Peter can handle that green chili...be gentle on him, Jen..."
It's so hard to say goodbye sometimes, isn't it? I know there are reasons behind that, but it doesn't make it any easier. Heck, it's been 13 years since my dad passed away and I still think about him often. I hope we can all find some sort of peace in this situation and that something good will come from it.
Thanks for listening...
-m-
Comments
That was extremely well stated Myles.
Thank you for always being there for Jen, I know it meant a lot to her.
Jess