Love and Mourning in the Age of COVID
Stacy Jaeger, a beloved member of the Rugby community and mother of two, passed away at only 43 years old on March 20 from cancer.
Due to the restrictions in place with the current COVID-19 virus, the family was not able to hold a proper gathering and funeral for her at this time. To show the family how much they cared and how much of an impact Stacy had, the community rallied together.
Love in Green
Green, Stacy’s favorite color, was seen all across the community. Businesses and homes alike hung out green ribbons, signs and more to show support.
On Monday, March 23, the community organized to line the street leading to the funeral home as the family gathered in the small group allowed to honor Stacy at the family visitation. Hundreds came out and lined the streets to show support to the family as they arrived to the funeral home, all while maintaining social distancing.
The community’s goal was that the family was able to know how loved and cared for they, and Stacy, were during this incredibly difficult time.
