To the Editor

To all my friends and external family in Petersburg

To the Editor:

I arrived on April 13, 1979 as girlfriend to Jerry Hegar who soon became my lifemate. I was ignorant of Alaska and soon learned a lot. Marie James hired me in her shop and I soon learned about living here! There are so many memories I can’t remember all of them. Marie introduced me to the culture and what it means to appreciate our surroundings. I have made so many friends here that it is hard to leave. This community is great.

As I look forward to making new memories with my youngest son and his family I shall miss seeing ever...