Mary and her five siblings remember the precious time with their family during not only joyful, festive times, but also during difficult, tragic times. 

"How blessed I feel to have received the gifts of love, faith and charity from my parents!" Mary exclaims. "I love witnessing their deepening love for each other as they age. They are great examples of wisdom, faith, dignity, perseverance, humor and devotion." 

Mary and Jerry felt the best way to honor them was to establish a fund in their names that would support what has always been important to them - youth.