Stuffed full of memories

by | Mar 2, 2017 | Life & Style

These bears were designed in memory of Little Elm Detective Jerry Walker’s children. Each child’s bear has their initials and a Little Elm badge. Det. Walker was gunned down during a hostage situation in January.

 

Bear business brings comfort, job

 

By Brooke Hoffard

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Comforting others at a time of need is something former pediatric nurse Toni Reese knows how to do very well.

So well, in fact, after leaving the profession, today she has clients instead of patients, but she is still caring for people. This time, crafting handmade bears for them.

For the full story see the March 2 issue and the e-Edition at https://www.etypeservices.com/Murphy%20MonitorID247/default.aspx

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