My great aunt died this morning.

Hey guys, She was one (if not the most) *****est person I knew. She was 95 years old. She went peacefully at Mount Sinai Hospital early in the morning. She has had the most productive life of anyone I know. She was never married/no children, had a Ph.D in art history, lived in greenwich village her whole life and was the curator of the frick museum for many years. She crossed boundaries that women at her time never did. She educated herself and didn't let anyone define her self worth. To me, she defined what Maya Angelou meant by being a "phenomenal woman". I loved her to death and she was beyond supportive of me. She has been my inspiration/influence for becoming as educated as I can be. Two days ago when I went to visit her, she told me "Don't give up, you need to keep the faith."

So sorry for your loss. It sounds like she was one helluva woman who you looked up to as a role model. That is a wonderful tribute to her. As always, you're in my prayers. Hope everything else is getting better. How've you been feeling? Joanne

I am sorry for your loss Tavia. I am glad your Aunt had a long and fulfilling life. How are you? I have not seen you around for a few days. I hope all is going well with you healthwise. I hope to hear from you soon. S

My, thougts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. 95 what a great life she lived, and a great inspiration...!!!! Take care.. Debbie oooooo a few hugs for you...

Tavia Your great aunt sounds wonderful! You must take after her ...after all you have been nothing but an inspiration and model of strength since I've joined the board! Someone influential was surely your mentor! Take care and know that the spirit lives on...you should always be able to discuss issues with her and receive the benefit of her knowledge. Linda M

I'm so sorry Tavia ! She sounded like a great woman and an excellent role model for you ! Don't ever forget those wonderful word's that she left you with as they stand for themselve's ! A very wise woman indeed ! My thought's and prayer's are with you and your family ! and Carolee

Well Tavia, you just keep following in her footsteps. To have such a strong woman to follow, may you live a long healthy life like your aunt did! I see where you get your wisdom, strength and courage from! Love Ya. SOrry for your loss. LisaMarie

I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish you peace and good memories, you carry on her spirit inside of you! xosm

My deepest condolances to you at this time. SHE sounds like a great WOMEN! YOUR family is in my prayers thru this hard time. LISA fr1endly2

Hi Tavia, I am so sorry for your loss! Your Aunt sounds like she was amazing! And she was right, we all need to keep the faith! Again, so sorry! Ilyssa