Myrt was a good friend and I will miss her. She and Bob were our next door neighbors when we moved to UZRC.We exchanged lots of food ,candy and our husbands were always telling Navy stories and we would just roll our eyes! Bob died 2 mos. after my husband so we had more in common. We shared lots of tears and of course many laughs. She is now with Bob and I know once again happy. Love you Myrt.
chane@dejazzd.com

As I type, tears roll down my cheeks. In my 42 years of living, this is one of the most difficult experiences I have had to face and accept. I met Myrt and Bob 12 years ago when I was lucky enough to be their neighbor across the street. My husband traveled a lot and I was left alone not knowing a soul. I met Myrt and Bob and what started out as a friendship blossomed into a loving,caring,nurturing relationship that only few in life are fortunate enough to experience! Myrt became Grandma Myrt and Bob became Grandpa Bob. We were inseparable, doing everything we could together. There just were not enough hours in the day to sit and listen to grandma Myrt’s life stories and numerous words of wisdom!!!!

Several years passed and we both moved away from Lancaster, they continued their lives in Virginia beach and Bart and I moved to Ohio. That move did not keep us apart. The move never strained the relationship, if anything it made it so much stronger. Grandma Myrt was there for the birth of my two children, Morgan and Mallory, the death of my mother, and countless other times.

Grandma Myrt lost Grandpa Bob nearly 2 years to the date she passed away. She was saddened by his death but held strong, which was no surprise to me. Not a day went by that I did not check in with her via numerous phone calls. She was always there just to lend an ear, never judging me or getting angry. She lived in the moment and the stillness of that was peace of mind. No individual could pull a fast one on her or get away with anything and no one ever dared to try or you would be in deep trouble. Her intellect on life was out of this world, she was the smartest person I ever knew.

I am not sure anyone will know how strong of an impact she had on myself, my family, and my life! That was Grandma Myrt and in my eyes I know she will continue to be there forever in my life and I am so grateful. May she rest in peace and continue to make this world a better place through all of the living whom she influenced including myself.

Grandma Myrt I love you and miss you sooo very much!! My life will not be the same without you! You are forever in my heart and soul!!

All my love now and forever,
Lisa

Sorry to hear of the news, sending heartfelt condolences to family.  You will always be remembered as a great member of the Metropolitan Music Club, in Virginia Beach. Think of you and Bob often, may you rest in peace.
Shirley Crooks.