Thursday, October 14, 2021
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Awilda...
my friend, my colleague, my mentor, my inspiration.
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you Joe, David, Andrew and your extended family. You all know better than I how VERY giving, loving, sharing, and caring Awilda was. She demonstrated her love and care for others, she didn't pay lip-service. She inspired and helped many, many aspiring teachers, clinicians, and administrators. She not only helped people professionally, but she also always looked out for her friends. One brutal winter I was home sick with a horrible case of the flu. I felt miserable. It was horribly cold and overcast outside. I thought I had no strength to get out of bed... Then the doorbell rang. I dragged myself to the door. It was a messenger with a HUGE bouquet of flowers and a bright cheery message from Awilda. She then called. Awilda lifted my spirits up that day and I thank God for her because she was always helping others. Thank you Joe for sharing Awilda with us! Joe, David, and Andrew, may our heavenly Father give you the peace that passes all understanding that only he can give through our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ. Awilda will always remain in my heart.
-the picture is of Awilda and her grandbaby when Awilda was principal of P811Q. We were all fighting to hold the baby! Have you ever seen a more happy abuela?
-Gila Rivera
