In the summer of 2003, George's sister passed away. I prepared the obituary and program for the funeral service. He watched me closely as I worked to insure that every word, phrase, photograph was appropriate and conveyed precisely what our family wanted to express. As I chose print, colors, and textures, he commented on my engagement in the process of preparing something so precious as a final tribute. His observation was that I brought a special ability to the creative expression of intertwining love and loss. He suggested that I consider utilizing this talent to support other families in preparing for and coordinating funeral services and memorializing their loved ones. My creation of a service that would provide this assistance for families became our shared vision.

George and I loved each other dearly. Our wedding vows were our most valued treasure, and we honored them all--"In sickness and in health,". "until death do us part." And so it was, in 2004, before our vision was realized, my husband lost a battle with cancer. But, while I could no longer look to him for constant encouragement and reassurance, out of the experience of having shared six years with him in such a nurturing marriage and then having lost him, I had developed an inner strength and intimate compassion to assist others in their bereavement. Out of that strength and compassion, my love for my husband and our shared vision, and my commitment to support others during some of the most devastating times we face, Divine Glory was established. Much more than just a business; truly, it is a ministry.