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LB - Lisa Schmidt (nee Black)

2013-01-19 23:15:27 • by Leanne Verkley

It is with sadness that I write this post.  Tears in my eyes and in my heart.  
Today I celebrated my dear friend Lisa's life who passed away on January 13th.  All too soon.
http://mountpleasantgroup.permavita.com/siteContent/memorial.html?personId=232094&source=redirect
It was my pleasure to work with her for almost 6 years and then continue our friendship for 6 more years.  
In those 12 years there were many stories shared (and in proper Lisa style, no descriptive detail left out).  
I was honored to be introduced by her to her loving husband Richard.  His strength through all of this is noteworthy.  I can't imagine the bravery it took from both Lisa and Richard to get through her fight against Melanoma.  
Four years ago at their wedding I saw true love.  It never faded even in the difficult times.  
In that time they had a beautiful little girl who has just turned three.  In their daughter I see Lisa.  I look forward to seeing her grow over the years to come.
While it is difficult to face the reality, there is also peace.  
Today was hard.  However I am blessed to come home and hug my family a little tighter tonight.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Richard and Isabella as they face what is next.
May they hold tight to the good memories.





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