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This
project was born from the outpouring of generosity of guild members to Pat
Varner’s request to make quilts for the patients at the
Denver Area Hospice in memory of her sister,
Beverly, who lost her battle with liver disease in January 2005. Beverly was
an avid quilter and worked on her designs and quilts up to the day she
entered hospice. She was a friend to many in the guild and was also a member
of the Nebraska State Quilters Guild. This project touched off many memories from
members who had similar experiences such as Pat with hospice. They
approached her to research Omaha’s Hospice House,
The
Josie Harper Residence, to see if they would
accept quilts for their patients. The officials were thrilled with these future prospects.
There are not enough words to explain the power of a quilt in a situation
such as this. It can be a life-altering moment as many of you have
experienced. If you any questions and/or interested in finding out more
about this project, contact Pat Varner. She's in the membership book.
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