Condolence: Shawn, I was deeply sadened when read of you wife’s passing. From what I have read about Jill she was truly an exceptional person. Please accept my condolences.

Condolence: I haven't seen Jill for 15 years or so. When I heard this news, there was a shift in the universe. She was the kind of person who had that kind of an impact on the people around her, and the people who were lucky enough to be in her life for only a brief time. Her laugh will echo in my memories. May we all strive to be more like Jill every day. Love and healing to her husband and family. Some deaths will never make any sense.

Condolence: We all had better lives thanks to knowing Jill. I am grateful for the short amount of time I got to know her. With sincere condolences, Les and Jocelyn

Condolence: Shawn, Lynne and Michael, Steve: I know there are no words to give peace and comfort to each of you. The tributes on Jill’s wall give beautiful voice to the many ways she impacted the lives of her students. I called Jill a “sparler” for her wonderful talent and willingness to give it all for her art. I also called her my “ barometer” because I could always count on her intuitive and uncompromising sense of truth and values with which she was raised. Thank goodness for Facebook. We really didn’t lose touch. I’m am shacken beyond words and can’t imagine a world without Jill in it. My love and prayers to all of you. KS

Condolence: I remember Jill as a very talented and positive person. She always had something kind to say and was very encouraging. My condolences to her friends and family. Know that as she is being missed here, she is rejoicing with the Lord in Heaven. "We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord" 2 Corinthians 5:8.