Memorial service in honor of Jessica
During this very sad time for all of us here at Shriver, as facilitator of the Women's group, I felt that the best way for the young women of our center to express their love, sorrow as well as any last goodbyes was to create something special in which we could remember Jessica by. We gathered together united as one, whether we knew her or not and wrote our deepest and sincerest thoughts and feelings under such tragic circumstances. Those who knew her wrote their last goodbyes, and those who didn't expressed regret that they never got the chance to meet her. The consequences however remains the same and that is that, Jessica will never be forgotton and will forever hold a special place here in our hearts at Shriver. To the Keyworth family we give you this banner as a token of our thoughts and prayers. We wish you the best and hope that each day that goes by will make you stronger in your quest to move on.
Sincerely,
Shriver Job Corp's Women's Group
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ON JUNE 30, 2004
A MEMORIAL SERVICE WAS HELD AT
SHRIVER JOB CORPS CENTER
DEVENS, MA
The Center Director welcomes friends and family to this solemn event in honor of Jessica Keyworth and her memory in our community.
The Center Director introduces Jessica's grandfather, Mr. Alan Keyworth. Mr. Keyworth says a few words about Jessica.
The Wellness Manager says a few words.
The Center Director introduces students. Students read aloud a poem in honor of Jessica.
Group Life Staff say a few words.
The Center Director introduces Mr. Bill Taylor from the Ayer Rotary Club. Mr Taylor discusses the donation of the memorial tree and symbolism of planting a memorial tree that endures and grows.
The Center Director introdues the staff/students that will hang the plaque on the tree.
Ms. Trammel sings "Great is thy Faithfulness".
The Director says closing remarks ending the service.
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GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS
Great is Thy faithfulness, O God my Father;
There is no shadow of turning with Thee;
Thou changest not, Thy compassions,they fail not;
As Thou hast been, Thou forever will be.
Refrain
Great is Thy faithfulness!
Great is Thy faithfulness!
Morning by morning new mercies I see.
All I have needed Thy hand hath provided;
Great is Thy faithfulness,Lord,unto me!
Summer and winter and springtime and harvest,
Sun, moon, and stars in their courses above
Join with all nature in manifold witness
To Thy great faithfulness, mercy and love.
Refrain
Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth
Thine own dear presence to cheer and to guide;
Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow,
Blessings all mine, with ten thousand beside!
Refrain
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