Will Nichols Relation to Deceased: Friend Bob was a great human being and friend to many that will be sorely missed. I am fortunate to have known him and called him friend for many years. Rest in peace Bob. I think no matter where you stray, That I shall go with you a way. Though you may wander sweeter lands, You will not forget my hands, Nor yet the way I held my head Nor the tremulous things I said. You will still see me, small and white And smiling, in the secret night, And feel my arms about you when The day comes fluttering back again. I think, no matter where you be, You’ll hold me in your memory And keep my image there without me, By telling later loves about me. Dorothy Parker
Sue Ann Conway Relation to Deceased: Friend and co-worker of Bob & Gwen Gwen, Brianne and Tracey, I was saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Working with Bob for 16 years in Power Control was a never dull. In the dawn of PC’s if Bob hadn’t been there I would have been dusted. He was a gem and the only one that would do the limbo with me at my wedding. My sympathies. May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face and rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the hollow of His hand. An Old Irish Blessing
Sheryl and Steve Calhoun Relation to Deceased: Friend of Daughter Bri, We were very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing and want you to know that our thoughts are with you and your family. Wishing you peace and comfort in the days to come….Love, Sheryl and Steve
Scott Mackin Relation to Deceased: Friend It is so sad when the day comes that we lose a friend. Memories remain though and make the change easier to cope with. I have many fond memories of working with Bob and sharing in his vast knowledge of the job. Most of all are the many lunch meetings we had at Ezzy’s. You will be missed. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Richard Stonegraber Relation to Deceased: Long ago friend To a good ole friend, We went to grammar school together. Bob, Joe, George & I did everything together and we had a lot of fun. Bob went on to Aquinas & we went to Cardinal Mooney, so while we remained friends, we didn’t see each other as often. What I will always remember and for which I am forever grateful, Bob was a “math whiz”. I was lost in Geometry my sophomore year. In two short weeks, Bob helped & taught me a year’s worth of Geometry & I passed the Regents test with an 86. You will be missed friend, but always remembered. Stoney The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Randy J Garrett Relation to Deceased: Friend? I’m wondering if this is the Bob Merkel that went to Cardinal Mooney High School and played football? If it is, we have lost a great teammate. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Patricia A Tracy Gwen, Brianne, Tracy, Michele and Dear Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Peace be with you. With Love, Pat The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Patricia A Tracy Gwen, Brianne, Tracy, Michele and Dear Family, My thoughts ad prayers are with you and your family. Peace be with you. With Love, Pat Tracy
mike p smith Relation to Deceased: played football with merk i played next to merk at mooney…we also roomed together at brockport,,,great guy…he was a strong man and i appreciated knowing him The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Melissa Sinner Relation to Deceased: Old Friend Gwen, Tracey & Bri – My heart is breaking for your family – girls, you were so lucky to watch one of the Great Love Stories of our time. Patrick & I were privileged to spend our “newlywed years” learning at the feet of the masters – Bob & Gwen. Thank you for all you taught us and I’m so very sorry for your loss. We are sending our love your way. Pat, Mel, Henley, Riley & Max.
Mary Lou Newstead Relation to Deceased: childhood friend My heart goes out to Shelly and the rest of Bob’s family. We attended MOS together. I remember Bob as being one of the smartest boys in the class and he was one of only 2 boys who were taller than me in the 6th grade! This made him my hero. All the “tall kids” sat in the back of the room so we had a chance to joke around at times. He was very well liked, kind and thoughtful. every time we are in Rochester we pass his parents house on our way to my inlaws’ home and I have always thought good thoughts and memories as we drive by.
Kurt Doern Relation to Deceased: Friend & co-worker Dear Gwen and Family, I am deeply saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. Bob, was the kind of person that always made it a pleasure to come to work each day. It was always fun working with Bob even during storms or when other situations happened. He was always there to help solve a problem when I called him. I knew that it would be a fun round of golf if I was playing with Bob.Please accept my deepest sympathies. I will miss him greatly. As we look back over time We find ourselves wondering ….. Did we remember to thank you enough For all you have done for us? For all the times you were by our sides To help and support us ….. To celebrate our successes To understand our problems And accept our defeats? Or for teaching us by your example, The value of hard work, good judgement, Courage and integrity? We wonder if we ever thanked you For the sacrifices you made. To let us have the very best? And for the simple things Like laughter, smiles and times we shared? If we have forgotten to show our Gratitude enough for all the things you did, We’re thanking you now. And we are hoping you knew all along, How much you meant to us.
John Ryck Bob and I went to grammar school together. I remember both his Mom and Dad and sister Shelly.We would run into each other once in awhile and say hello and I always felt that strong bond of friendship that developed at Mother of Sorrows many years ago. As a kid I liked hanging out in his basement and exploring the storm drains running under Dewey Ave….until I fell in the creek under Dewey Ave in the winter time and my pants froze walking back to his house. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
jerry barone Relation to Deceased: work friend Bob was one of the nicest guys i ever had the pleasure of knowing and working with at RG@E. Gwen,i wish you and your family the best in your time of sorrow. peace and love, jerry barone Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one’s gone. Those we love can never be more than a thought apart, far as long as there is memory, they’ll live on in the heart.
George S Barberi Relation to Deceased: Friend Bob was a cherished friend. I had a great opportunity to meet Bob at Aquinas and we remained friends ever since. It is with great sorrow to see a good friend pass on but I enjoyed the memories we had and most recently golf at Brook Lea this summer. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Dave Perrino Relation to Deceased: Friend Dear Gwen and Family, though we have never met, I had the pleasure of working when I was at the NYPP while Bob was working at RG&E. It was always fun working with Bob on the other end of the phone. While work was generally routine, when there was a problem Bob was always there working to resolve any situation. I am deeply saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Cindy Stathopoulos Relation to Deceased: Restaurant Wife Okay, I didn’t start crying until I hit this page and saw Bob’s smiling picture. I now feel moved to prepare a plain, well done, ground beef steak for Bob as I’m convinced when he enters the Pearly Gates, he will finally begin to enjoy the plethora of heavenly condiments that will be available to him there….. Gwen, Bri and Tracy, It was a true pleasure and honor to have considered Bob my friend for so many years. I know he’s smiling down on you because his love and pride in all of you was great to see. Put in a good word for me Bob, because you’re a pretty awesome reference. Thank you for all the great laughs. Cindy
Christine Allocco McCarty Relation to Deceased: Classmate So sorry to hear about Bob. Bob and I were great friends in grammar school at Mother of Sorrows, but had lost track of him after he went to high school. I remember Bob as a caring person and always so friendly with everyone. May God bless his family and keep Robert close to Him.
Chris Hoffman Relation to Deceased: Friend Dear God, I do not know how long the check in process takes to get through the Pearly Gates. But rest assured there is someone coming to talk to you, and believe me, he is going to have a lot of questions for you. You may want to put some time aside as I am sure you will be quite busy. As you already know, he was a great person to everyone he met, and will be missed terribly until we see him again. The Hoffman Family The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Carol Cox Gursslin Relation to Deceased: childhood friend I remember Bob from our childhood days at Mother of Sorrows but lost touch after he went to Aquinas. Whenever I have driven down the north end of Dewey Ave where Bob grew up, I wondered what became of Bob and his beautiful sister, Shelley. I remember fondly Bob’s friendliness, warm smile and gentle nature. And he was so very bright too!! Always giving those nuns the right answers:) May he rest in peace. Safely Home I am home in Heaven dear ones: Oh, so happy and so bright! There is perfect joy and beauty in this everlasting light. All the pain and grief is over, every restless tossing passed I am now at peace forever, safely home in Heaven at last. Then you must not grieve so sorely, for I love you dearly still; try to look beyond earth shadows, Pray to trust our Father’s will There is work still waiting for you, so you must not idly stand: do it now, while life remaineth you shall rest in Jesus’ land When that work is all completed, He will gently call you Home; oh the rapture of that meeting, oh the joy to see you come!
bob j mitchel Relation to Deceased: high school buddy bob was a strong, very powerful football player who had a heart of gold. i saw this demonstrated more than once during practice when he had chances to really hurt some smaller guys (myself included) but chose to give them a break, giving up a chance to further impress his coachs and team mates. however, none of our opposition were that lucky and he left a different memory on them. i know i will see you again, my friend. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Bob Calus Relation to Deceased: Close Friend Bob I will not be able to come and say goodbye to you. You were a great person to work with. I loved getting your calls at 3 AM when there was a problem. You were a terrific guy to play cards and play golf with. You will be missed; but you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. Rest in peace my friend. You will always be in my prayers!!! The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Bill Miller Relation to Deceased: Old Friend Dear Gwen,Brianne,Tracy and Shelly I just want to tell you how sorry Sharon and I are for your loss.I consider myself lucky to have had Bob or “Donny” as I like to refer to him as a friend. We’ve known each other since we were kids at Aquinas,and my memory’s are many. When I think back on the times we shared I’ll have a big grin on my face. I’ll miss you kid Bill Miller The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Will Nichols Relation to Deceased: Friend Bob was a great human being and friend to many that will be sorely missed. I am fortunate to have known him and called him friend for many years. Rest in peace Bob. I think no matter where you stray, That I shall go with you a way. Though you may wander sweeter lands, You will not forget my hands, Nor yet the way I held my head Nor the tremulous things I said. You will still see me, small and white And smiling, in the secret night, And feel my arms about you when The day comes fluttering back again. I think, no matter where you be, You’ll hold me in your memory And keep my image there without me, By telling later loves about me. Dorothy Parker
Sue Ann Conway Relation to Deceased: Friend and co-worker of Bob & Gwen Gwen, Brianne and Tracey, I was saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Working with Bob for 16 years in Power Control was a never dull. In the dawn of PC’s if Bob hadn’t been there I would have been dusted. He was a gem and the only one that would do the limbo with me at my wedding. My sympathies. May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face and rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the hollow of His hand. An Old Irish Blessing
Sheryl and Steve Calhoun Relation to Deceased: Friend of Daughter Bri, We were very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing and want you to know that our thoughts are with you and your family. Wishing you peace and comfort in the days to come….Love, Sheryl and Steve
Scott Mackin Relation to Deceased: Friend It is so sad when the day comes that we lose a friend. Memories remain though and make the change easier to cope with. I have many fond memories of working with Bob and sharing in his vast knowledge of the job. Most of all are the many lunch meetings we had at Ezzy’s. You will be missed. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Richard Stonegraber Relation to Deceased: Long ago friend To a good ole friend, We went to grammar school together. Bob, Joe, George & I did everything together and we had a lot of fun. Bob went on to Aquinas & we went to Cardinal Mooney, so while we remained friends, we didn’t see each other as often. What I will always remember and for which I am forever grateful, Bob was a “math whiz”. I was lost in Geometry my sophomore year. In two short weeks, Bob helped & taught me a year’s worth of Geometry & I passed the Regents test with an 86. You will be missed friend, but always remembered. Stoney The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Randy J Garrett Relation to Deceased: Friend? I’m wondering if this is the Bob Merkel that went to Cardinal Mooney High School and played football? If it is, we have lost a great teammate. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Public Memorial for Robert M. Merkel “Bob”
Patricia A Tracy Gwen, Brianne, Tracy, Michele and Dear Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Peace be with you. With Love, Pat The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Patricia A Tracy Gwen, Brianne, Tracy, Michele and Dear Family, My thoughts ad prayers are with you and your family. Peace be with you. With Love, Pat Tracy
mike p smith Relation to Deceased: played football with merk i played next to merk at mooney…we also roomed together at brockport,,,great guy…he was a strong man and i appreciated knowing him The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Melissa Sinner Relation to Deceased: Old Friend Gwen, Tracey & Bri – My heart is breaking for your family – girls, you were so lucky to watch one of the Great Love Stories of our time. Patrick & I were privileged to spend our “newlywed years” learning at the feet of the masters – Bob & Gwen. Thank you for all you taught us and I’m so very sorry for your loss. We are sending our love your way. Pat, Mel, Henley, Riley & Max.
Mary Lou Newstead Relation to Deceased: childhood friend My heart goes out to Shelly and the rest of Bob’s family. We attended MOS together. I remember Bob as being one of the smartest boys in the class and he was one of only 2 boys who were taller than me in the 6th grade! This made him my hero. All the “tall kids” sat in the back of the room so we had a chance to joke around at times. He was very well liked, kind and thoughtful. every time we are in Rochester we pass his parents house on our way to my inlaws’ home and I have always thought good thoughts and memories as we drive by.
Kurt Doern Relation to Deceased: Friend & co-worker Dear Gwen and Family, I am deeply saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. Bob, was the kind of person that always made it a pleasure to come to work each day. It was always fun working with Bob even during storms or when other situations happened. He was always there to help solve a problem when I called him. I knew that it would be a fun round of golf if I was playing with Bob.Please accept my deepest sympathies. I will miss him greatly. As we look back over time We find ourselves wondering ….. Did we remember to thank you enough For all you have done for us? For all the times you were by our sides To help and support us ….. To celebrate our successes To understand our problems And accept our defeats? Or for teaching us by your example, The value of hard work, good judgement, Courage and integrity? We wonder if we ever thanked you For the sacrifices you made. To let us have the very best? And for the simple things Like laughter, smiles and times we shared? If we have forgotten to show our Gratitude enough for all the things you did, We’re thanking you now. And we are hoping you knew all along, How much you meant to us.
John Ryck Bob and I went to grammar school together. I remember both his Mom and Dad and sister Shelly.We would run into each other once in awhile and say hello and I always felt that strong bond of friendship that developed at Mother of Sorrows many years ago. As a kid I liked hanging out in his basement and exploring the storm drains running under Dewey Ave….until I fell in the creek under Dewey Ave in the winter time and my pants froze walking back to his house. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
jerry barone Relation to Deceased: work friend Bob was one of the nicest guys i ever had the pleasure of knowing and working with at RG@E. Gwen,i wish you and your family the best in your time of sorrow. peace and love, jerry barone Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one’s gone. Those we love can never be more than a thought apart, far as long as there is memory, they’ll live on in the heart.
George S Barberi Relation to Deceased: Friend Bob was a cherished friend. I had a great opportunity to meet Bob at Aquinas and we remained friends ever since. It is with great sorrow to see a good friend pass on but I enjoyed the memories we had and most recently golf at Brook Lea this summer. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Dave Perrino Relation to Deceased: Friend Dear Gwen and Family, though we have never met, I had the pleasure of working when I was at the NYPP while Bob was working at RG&E. It was always fun working with Bob on the other end of the phone. While work was generally routine, when there was a problem Bob was always there working to resolve any situation. I am deeply saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Cindy Stathopoulos Relation to Deceased: Restaurant Wife Okay, I didn’t start crying until I hit this page and saw Bob’s smiling picture. I now feel moved to prepare a plain, well done, ground beef steak for Bob as I’m convinced when he enters the Pearly Gates, he will finally begin to enjoy the plethora of heavenly condiments that will be available to him there….. Gwen, Bri and Tracy, It was a true pleasure and honor to have considered Bob my friend for so many years. I know he’s smiling down on you because his love and pride in all of you was great to see. Put in a good word for me Bob, because you’re a pretty awesome reference. Thank you for all the great laughs. Cindy
Christine Allocco McCarty Relation to Deceased: Classmate So sorry to hear about Bob. Bob and I were great friends in grammar school at Mother of Sorrows, but had lost track of him after he went to high school. I remember Bob as a caring person and always so friendly with everyone. May God bless his family and keep Robert close to Him.
Chris Hoffman Relation to Deceased: Friend Dear God, I do not know how long the check in process takes to get through the Pearly Gates. But rest assured there is someone coming to talk to you, and believe me, he is going to have a lot of questions for you. You may want to put some time aside as I am sure you will be quite busy. As you already know, he was a great person to everyone he met, and will be missed terribly until we see him again. The Hoffman Family The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Carol Cox Gursslin Relation to Deceased: childhood friend I remember Bob from our childhood days at Mother of Sorrows but lost touch after he went to Aquinas. Whenever I have driven down the north end of Dewey Ave where Bob grew up, I wondered what became of Bob and his beautiful sister, Shelley. I remember fondly Bob’s friendliness, warm smile and gentle nature. And he was so very bright too!! Always giving those nuns the right answers:) May he rest in peace. Safely Home I am home in Heaven dear ones: Oh, so happy and so bright! There is perfect joy and beauty in this everlasting light. All the pain and grief is over, every restless tossing passed I am now at peace forever, safely home in Heaven at last. Then you must not grieve so sorely, for I love you dearly still; try to look beyond earth shadows, Pray to trust our Father’s will There is work still waiting for you, so you must not idly stand: do it now, while life remaineth you shall rest in Jesus’ land When that work is all completed, He will gently call you Home; oh the rapture of that meeting, oh the joy to see you come!
bob j mitchel Relation to Deceased: high school buddy bob was a strong, very powerful football player who had a heart of gold. i saw this demonstrated more than once during practice when he had chances to really hurt some smaller guys (myself included) but chose to give them a break, giving up a chance to further impress his coachs and team mates. however, none of our opposition were that lucky and he left a different memory on them. i know i will see you again, my friend. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Bob Calus Relation to Deceased: Close Friend Bob I will not be able to come and say goodbye to you. You were a great person to work with. I loved getting your calls at 3 AM when there was a problem. You were a terrific guy to play cards and play golf with. You will be missed; but you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. Rest in peace my friend. You will always be in my prayers!!! The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Bill Miller Relation to Deceased: Old Friend Dear Gwen,Brianne,Tracy and Shelly I just want to tell you how sorry Sharon and I are for your loss.I consider myself lucky to have had Bob or “Donny” as I like to refer to him as a friend. We’ve known each other since we were kids at Aquinas,and my memory’s are many. When I think back on the times we shared I’ll have a big grin on my face. I’ll miss you kid Bill Miller The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips