Elizabeth M. Egger

Elizabeth M. Egger, 87, of New Port Richey, Florida passed away Sunday, October 03, 2010 at Hernando-Pasco Hospice Care Center, Brooksville, Fl. She was born in Utica, New York and arrived in the area in 1984 coming from New York. She was of the Catholic Faith, and volunteered as a Den Mother and also with the St. Vincent DePaul for over 15 years. She is preceded in death by her husband Robert F. Egger, her sons, Michael J. Egger and Robert A. Egger, and her brother, John Edgette. Survivors include: 1 son, Richard J. Egger, 3 daughters, Kathleen Schell, Theresa E. Gallo, and Patricia M. Spano, ; and twin sister , Helen Kohler . 16 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren . A Memorial Mass is scheduled for Friday, October 15 th, 2010 at 11am at the St. Theresa Catholic Church, 1107 Commercial, Spring Hill, Fl, 34606, with graveside service to follow at Grace Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home, 16931 US 19, Hudson, Florida.

RESCUING HUG

The following details the first week of life of a set of twins, Apparently, each were in their respective incubators, and one was not expected to live. A hospital nurse fought against the hospital rules and placed the babies in one incubator. When they were

placed together, the healthier of the two threw an arm over her sister in an endearing embrace. The smaller baby's heart rate stabilized and her temperature rose to normal. Let us not forget to embrace those whom we love.