It is strange to think I never met Margie. All of the prayers sent her way, sure makes it feel like she was a trusted, lifelong friend. I am a good friend of Margie's sister Sue. Sue calls Margie "her person". They were so very close.
It's been an honor through the last years to hear Sue's heartfelt stories about her beloved sister. She would tell me stories that would make you laugh or cry, sometimes happy, sometimes gut wrenchingly sad. Either way, one thing became clear- Margie's life was a life very well lived. From the lives she touched, to the memories she made, the children she brought into the world to the lively family gatherings - I loved hearing about all of it from my friend, her sister Sue. It became clear that Margie was a magnificent person.
Her continued fight to beat cancer was inspiring. Sue would tell me how she beat one odd after the other with the heart of a fighter and a loving mother all at once. I found myself regularly cheering her on and saying a prayer. The time inevitably came where it was time for Margie to let go. Sue told me she is ready to go home to Jesus and that they spoke and have said their goodbyes. I found myself tearing up for my friend and her sister and the family. I know we should be happy for her going home to heaven, and I personally and truly am. But I can't help but be sad for my dear friend Sue who will surely miss her sister, her person, her partner in metaphorical crime, her mentor, her mentee, her laughter, her tears, her blood, her beloved best friend. I hurt for Sue. But like everyone else, I'm happy for Margie for not hurting and for being in heaven. I find comfort knowing Sue has one heck of a special sister guardian angel watching over her.
All my love and comfort to Sue and the entire family,
Noelle Reagan