by Joseph H. RADDER
Marie DeGresare never lets a day pass without saying “I love you.” It has been
the foundation upon which she lives and works.
A past president and program chair of the PTA, Marie spread her caring and nurturing
nature to friends and relatives. She cheers up the ill with her home-baked goodies and
canned treats. For 18 years Marie even volunteered at a nursing home where her mother
resided.
Today Marie, 80, belongs to two senior citizen organizations where she has served as
president and as a board member. Her faith and love for God have moved her to serve as
Eucharistic Minister for her church.
In June of 1999 Marie and her 85 year-old husband Sam celebrated their 60th wedding
anniversary. They have a son and four daughters and enjoy the blessings of eleven
grandchildren.
Joseph H. Radder is a freelance writer.