Wednesday, April 22, 2015
I had the complete honor and pure joy of working with Kate for more than a decade at Bel-Air Manor. Kate was the best Director of Nursing Bel-Air Manor ever had. In my capacity as Director of Admissions/Social Services, Kate and I worked closely every single day together, serving the lovely residents and making sure their quality of life was met. It was rare that these two roles worked well together, but we did so cohesively...because it was so easy to work with Kate.
She was like "my second mom" and I would often refer to her as such. We were very close and remained friends throughout the years. She was friendly, professional, courteous, loveable, and fun...with a positive outlook in all aspects of life.
Kate had a "look" that she'd give when she was serious about something, and wanted out attention instantly. She'd stop and peer over her glasses with that "look" and you knew you were in for it if you'd go any further.
We kidded her about the "look" and she appreciated our joshing with her. She called many of us at work her "children" and when we got the "look" from "mom" we'd stop on a dime!
She will be missed, heck I miss her already, just knowing I'll not speak to her again in this lifetime. But, I'll hold her in my heart forever, and although those left behind will feel a great gaping hole, we of faith know she is in peace, happy, and as beautiful as ever in heaven with our Father...
Farewell Kate, until we meet again...
With Much love,
Camille~
