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It is with a very heavy heart that we must say good bye to our good friend Jeri Shangle. Jeri was very active in The USGenWeb Census Project as a Census Assignment State Coordinator and File Manager. On Christmas day, Jeri passed away in Florida.

Memorial For Our Friend

Jeri had been troubled with many medical problems for several years, but I doubt that many people knew about them. Jeri never complained or felt sorry for herself and rarely talked about the trials that she faced daily. She was an optimist and her happy spirit was a blessing to all who knew her.

We will always remember her wonderful laugh and sense of humor. She was a very good friend and we will miss her very much. We are indebted to Jeri for her continued dedication to this transcription project. Thank you Jeri. We know that you are happy and at peace now.

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With deep sorrow we mourn the loss of our dear friend, Lana Magiera, who passed away on December 2nd, 2008.

Lana joined the USGenWeb Census Project® in 1999 as a volunteer transcriber. She became a Census Assignment State Coordinator in 2001 and was later elected to the Board of Directors where she held the office of Vice-President. Through the years she continued to be an active transcriber and has proofread countless transcriptions for others.

Her capacity for caring knew no boundaries and touched the lives of everyone around her. Thank you, Lana, for being a part of our lives if only for awhile. We will be forever grateful for the countless hours, commitment and dedication that you gave to us. You will always be in our hearts.