ANNE FRETZ
Hello Darrell,
I am Susan Jordan's sister and live in Maryland right outside DC. I became acquainted with Nancy through my sister during her visits down here. I was so sorry to hear about Nancy's death. She was an amazing person- so thoughtful, intelligent, wise and articulate- and despite all her difficulties, she maintained her sense of humor. This past year must have been excruciating for her, as she endured almost constant pain. I visited her at Hopkins last Wednesday, and though she seemed fragile and tired, she was surprisingly conversant, asking me about my children and my recent trip to England. In fact, she told me some details about a trip to Europe she had taken many years ago while still in college, which I think helped to open up the world to her.
During my visit, the nurse (Debbie) came in to talk with Nancy about her move from Hopkins back to Asbury. I didn't think she was strong enough for such a move but was glad to hear she would be taken there by ambulance and not by car. I then spoke with Nancy by phone the next day (Thursday) to tell her I would be able to take her back to Hopkins in early Dec. for an appointment. She said she'd had a headache the day I visited but that she was feeling better when we talked by phone- and her voice was stronger and more animated. I hoped that she was on an upward trajectory toward recovery, and so was surprised and dismayed that she had passed away.
You have been a wonderful support to her, which is difficult to accomplish from a distance. I'm so glad you have been there for her, and I know she appreciated it. I do hope she is in a better place now and finally at peace.
Warm regards,
Anne
