Legendary broadcaster Merri Dee passed in her sleep.
I was devastated when I learned the news. No. devastated is too mild a word.
It's a jumble of emotions. I'm hurt. I feel empty. I feel spent.
Merri Dee lit up a room with her sheer presence.
Merri Dee lit up Chicago with her philanthropy, her vitality, her smile...HER!
Merri Dee lit my heart with her humanity, her caring, her empathy.
I can't get this out of my head...out of my heart.
She gained automatic entrance to the highest tier of angels.
Goodbye Merri.
I miss my friend.
I loved her!
