A candle was lit by Louise CroccoWords really cann. how sorry I am for your lo on March 12, 2018 12:15 PM

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Words really cannot express how sorry I am for your loss
. With love and deepest regards

A candle was lit by Libby , Meghan and Shelby Santos on February 28, 2018 6:52 PM

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I cannot begin to imagine the shock and the pain that you have had to endure these past few weeks. Minerva was a lighthouse thats shined brightly, wherever she was she lit up the room. The video tribute is a testimony of Love, Family & Freinds. Hold onto all of those that you still have left in your life today as they need you as much as you need them. Keep her memory alive by sharing stories and moments of your lives together, for it is these stories that begin to heal your hearts. She is with you now and forever - do not ever doubt that. May God bless you and Keep you and hold you in the Palm of His Hand from this day forward...

Message from Dana McAdam Rooney

John, I have always thought the world of you. You have been very kind and thoughful to me and my family…and one of TJ's dearest friends. So finding out that you have lost your wife brakes my heart. Wishing I had the words to ease your pain. But I am well aware that there are none. However, the one thing I can say without a doubt is the beautiful light that Minerva was on this earth will forever shine in your heart. She will be with you always. My heartfelt love and prayers are with you, and your family.

A candle was lit by Regina and Tony Scuderi (Cousin of Tom Kelly) on February 26, 2018 12:58 PM

Message from Harry Trower

Dear John,

I am very saddened to hear of the passing of Minerva. While my mear words cannot express all the sadness I am feeling please know that you are loved by many friends and family. May your days going forward be filled with the love we all feel for you and carry you and your family onward.

A candle was lit by Patricia Higgins Kurowski on February 25, 2018 10:11 PM

Message from Patricia Higgins Kurowski

John I’m so sorry about the passing of your lovely wife. I will keep you in my prayers.

A candle was lit by Gerry and Catherine Urbanek on February 24, 2018 2:16 PM

A candle was lit by Sandy Edwards Lucas on February 23, 2018 5:33 PM

A candle was lit by Polly Sheehan on February 23, 2018 3:28 PM

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Dear John and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Minerva was a beautiful woman inside and out.
God bless you and your family.

Love,
Polly

A candle was lit by Amber Dorsky on February 23, 2018 2:28 PM

A candle was lit by The Christopher Family on February 23, 2018 1:39 PM

Message from Pam and Roger Pullman

Dear John and family,
We are sending our condolences for your loss of Minerva. May you find comfort in her memory. Sincerely Pam and Roger Pullman

Message from Gary Adams

Thank you Minerva for all the smiles, laughter and warm-hearted acts of kindness that made our efforts at the museum feel appreciated and fun. You will never be forgotten!

Message from in behalf of Sara Isabel Quintero Coronado

The stories sorounding Minerva, or Paty as we knew her by her mexican family, abound, they were rich, and always told with love by my mother and aunts, all the stories about how magical was growing up in the family, all the stories Minerva used to tell to the young ones, all the games, and anecdotes were my mother found someone to share experiences according to her age, but also the artistic talent she had since she was young. I feel the mourning of the loss my mother feels, like she if had lost and old friend.
We are far from you, but our memories will always make us have you close. Our most sincere condolences to John and family, who despite of the distance will always look forward to meet.

With love,
Daniel Jop Quintero, son of Sara Isabel Quintero Coronado.

Message from Angela Mary Piraino

Minerva and I were close friends for over 20 years. We traveled, created and published books, shared family stories about our children who went to school together, and there was so much laughter and fun. The void I feel by her passing can never be filled.

Message from Joel and Karin Kirschbaum

We were very saddened to read about Minerva's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Our deepest sympathies.

A candle was lit by Maria and Kieran O'Connor on February 22, 2018 12:44 PM

Message from Bonnie and Bob Kimnach

Dearest John and family, our hearts are broken and saddened with the loss of your beautiful soul mate. As a Roman Catholic, believe and know that she is in Paradise with our dear Lord and one day, we will be united in God's Glory. Our prayers and sympathy are with you.

Message from Madelon Bloom

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I hope the loving embrace of your family will provide some solace. I wish we could be there in person, but our thoughts will be with you,

Message from Claudio Smuclovisky

John,
I’m so sorry for your loss.

A candle was lit by Dana McAdam Rooney on February 22, 2018 7:44 AM

Message from Patty Hank Small

John,
I am so sorry to hear of your wife’s passing and want you to know that I’m thinking about you and your family during this difficult time.

A candle was lit by Catherine Kelly on February 21, 2018 11:27 PM

A candle was lit by Marlene Pelski Hagen on February 21, 2018 11:09 PM

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I’m so sorry to hear this, Minerva was such a beautiful woman, inside and out. Sending love and prayers to John and family.

Message from Terri and Mark Marshall

John, we are so sorry to hear you've lost Menerva, and sending you and your kids our condolences and hope you all manage to get through this. When we lose someone we love, it's always too soon. We are thinking of you.

A candle was lit by Peter Bloom on February 21, 2018 9:45 PM

A candle was lit by Manuela Muniz-Bloom on February 21, 2018 9:25 PM

A candle was lit by Joe and Jane McFadden on February 21, 2018 9:19 PM

A candle was lit by Gerry and Georgene Urbanek on February 21, 2018 8:57 PM

Message from Georgene Urbanek

Minerva, you were so beautiful, inside and out. The sweetest, loveliest flower in the garden. I will miss you so much. Rest In Peace, dear heart. I will remember your goodness always.

A candle was lit by Beth Dudas on February 21, 2018 8:00 PM

A candle was lit by Patty O’Brien on February 21, 2018 7:47 PM

Message from Leslie Neely Rupp

John, my heart breaks for you and your family! Y'all are in my heart and prayers.

A candle was lit by Marcela Laurence on February 21, 2018 6:37 PM

A candle was lit by Anne mazzurco on February 21, 2018 6:26 PM

A candle was lit by Kim Doyle Budd and Mark Budd on February 21, 2018 5:47 PM

Message from Kurt Saxenmeyer

John and Family Our family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.”

Message from Charlie Chapin

Dear John may our Blessed Mother comfort you and your family.

A candle was lit by Melanie Parmelee on February 21, 2018 1:39 PM

Message from Claudia Lightfoot Doyle

I was so shocked to see the passing of Minerva Bloom. Such a wonderful, vibrant woman. I have been in many conversations with Minerva through my contributions to the Flight 19 exhibit. I am so sorry for this great loss to all friends and family. You are in our heart felt thoughts and prayers and pray that God strengthens you through this difficult time. Rest in peace sweet Minerva. You will be greatly missed.

A candle was lit by Gary & Bobbie Kilbride on February 21, 2018 9:30 AM

Message from Lyn and Murray Morton

Minerva was a best friend to all her co-volunteers at the museum and a great inspiration to the many students performing community service there. Mostly we will miss her ever-present smile and laughter.