Kayla Eborn
Aunt Jolene is very special to me. As her nieces, she went above and beyond to care for myself and my sister. We would always get an invitation to the family parties from her. I know she wanted to see us there, that is just a small example of the many ways in which she made me feel important or special.
I am amazed of how loving and open she was, and she will continue to be a valiant disciple to Heavenly Father and share her light.
I was fortunate to have shared in her enjoyment of quilting by learning myself. I enjoyed discussing it with both her and Susan often. Aunt Jolene is also a very talented seamstress, and I was lucky to have benefited from a talent that she shared so openly. Because of that talent, because of that talent, she made the best Halloween costume I have ever wore, Princess Jasmin! I will never forget walking around in that costume and seeing the aw on stranger’s faces as they pointed and told their children,"Look, there’s Princess Jasmine!"
I also shared many special times Uncle Art's and Aunt Jolene's home. My sister and I had so much fun playing with Vicki, Michelle, and Richard. I will never forget the fun nights we spent watching movies, vegging out on the food and snacks that Jolene would put together, playing games, or watching Disney characters come alive on an easel because Richard was such a talented artist.
The thing I’m gonna miss most is her advice. She gave the best advice because she cared so much about my feelings. I called her for that advice when my spirit needed some healing.
I am grateful for all the times I spent with her, but the times I was able to spend with her in her last month, gave me memories that are precious to me. It amazes me how she never missed an opportunity to tell me how much she lovede me. The tender care that I received from her many times will stay in my heart forever, and I will always be grateful for her presence in my life.
The best way I could think to honor her is to strive to serve as she did, out of the lovebshe the love she has for our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.
I can’t wait to see her again, it’s only a matter of time.