I collaborated with Missy Scott on this window around 2004 for Grace Episcopal Church here in Bremo Bluff, Virginia.

We created this window for a gentleman in memory of his wife. Missy and I worked together on the design; she painted, and I did the craftwork.

I’ve only created a few memorial windows in my life. They are very touching moments that only require me to listen. The donor comes prepared with many memories; my job is to execute them in glass.

The couple were local farmers. Genuine people whom one likes from the first time you meet them.

I thought the husband’s—perhaps they had discussed this earlier—choice of St. Frances was perfect. Even the rabbit, a regular visitor to their garden, held much symbolism for them.