Dear Dear Friends

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…………………..My Dear Friends…………..I am so sorry to have to write to you with this heartbreaking news………..My Heart, my Soul, the Love of my Life, my Wonderful Beautiful Jac passed away on December 12th, at 3:50 in the afternoon. I don’t even know what to say, because I am completely shattered. I don’t know how I will, or if I can ever recover. I miss her so much, all I do is cry…..

I know in my heart she would want me to make this very brief, but she deserves so much more than a sentence or two…..so my darling please forgive.

We found out a year and a half ago, July 2016 that Jac had cancer. How could this be!? Jac never smoked and lived a completely healthy life style. Jac had heart problems. That was part of her family history, but not cancer. When we got this shocking and horrific news we went right to Boston Mass General where we know the head of Oncology, Dr. Alice Shaw. Jac was fast tracked, and after many tests and studies, Dr. Shaw started Jac on a drug, and miracle of miracles it worked, and it worked fast. Within 12 days Jac was  feeling well enough to come home. She improved quickly, and Dr Shaw told us they were the best scans she had ever seen for someone who was on this drug for so short a time. For a year all was well, Jac was back modeling at QVC, and everything seemed normal and right with the world…..She was able to do everything she had done before. She felt great. We were so relieved…..We even went this past June to our favorite Island, Anguilla, where this photo was taken, and we were so happy….Life was good and we were so thankful. She had thought she would never see Anguilla again, and here we were, basking in the beautiful sunset………..We were in heaven.

Little did we know. This past August Jac started to feel unwell, and we learned the pill had stopped working and the cancer had returned.

Jac was devoted to her Mother….her “Mommy”, and her Mommy was devoted to her. They were one heart and one soul. I have never, and will probably never see a mother and daughter as close as they were….and I’m sure they are in each others arms as I write this. Her Mom moved in with us and lived with us for many years. When Mom passed Jac kept her room exactly as it was, as if she had never left. It has been that way ever since…… Every morning and every evening Jac wrote to her Mom in her journals, sitting in her Mom’s room in a wicker chair, covered in a crocheted blanket of the American flag her mother made, looking through the window at the Long Island sound. Looking at the same view her Mom had looked at for all those years. It gave Jac peace. I too have started doing the same thing. I have never kept journals, but now I write to Jac each morning and every night, or when ever I feel she’s slipping away from me…It helps me to feel close to her…It helps me to write to her….to tell her stories. She loved when I told her stories……The last month of Jac’s life she kept saying to me, ” you must keep a routine, it’s important to keep a routine. You must work and keep busy or you will fall into a black deep abyss, and I don’t want that for you, please promise me this.” I promised, but it is so hard not to fall into the darkness…….. Much of my work was joyful because I knew she was there, and a big part of it. I have not been able to walk into my studio since she left me……She kept doing her Facebook page and insisted that I take photos of the newest styles on her so she could post them to you…….even when she was in terrible pain. I said, “Hon you don’t have to do this”, but as weak as she was she said, “I can’t disappoint my friends”. She truly loved you all very much…..So, for those who think, as I have read on the Linea Forum, that meaningful, heartfelt relationships can’t be made by communicating for over 17 years on Facebook or blogs or fashion shows on QVC, I say to them “you are so so wrong”, all you need is an “open giving, and loving  Heart”, and Jac gave, gave, gave, expecting nothing in return. For those who think that what we have both done is for business purposes, I say “shame on you.”………Jac and I both knew the love that was, and is shared between all of us was true, and real……………I will never address this again.

I kept her home for as long as I could and at Thanksgiving she asked if I we could have our Christmas early. I said “of course Hon, anything you want”……so I put all the decorations up, and everything looked beautiful for her. We had our Christmas…….When she finally had to leave our home, and went into the hospital, I never left her for one second……..She had hoped for snow. She wanted to see snow again, and on that Saturday, December 9th, God was good and gave her her wish. It was a beautiful snow fall, and she was so happy…….On the 11th when Jac, was getting weaker and weaker, she knew in her heart that all hope of recovery was gone. She looked at me, held my hand, and said “Lou, please tell me the truth”. I said to her “Hon, I have never lied to you, and I never will”. We held each other and she asked me all the hard questions……all the things I could never say on my own. After all of her questions were answered she told me ” I have loved you from the first time I saw you, it was love at first sight for me. Lou I never want to leave you…….but it’s time for me to go to my Mommy, I want to go home to Mommy”……I told her it was alright, and to give Mom a big hug and a kiss. Jac had told me I was her Mother’s angel…..I was the only one her Mom trusted to take care of her precious baby…………………Jac passed away in a beautiful room with all of the things she wanted with her. She had no pain. It was peaceful and serene, and I held her close. I knew she was at last in her Mommy’s loving arms.

I sat in her Mom’s room after Jac passed and asked Jac for guidance….The days were going by and I hadn’t said a word. I knew everyone was so concerned and worried for us……so I talked to Jac and WE made the decision to wait until after Christmas to let everyone know…We did  not want to make it a sad day for anyone. Please forgive me if my delay in posting this has caused anyone pain. I never meant to hurt anyone by my silence. When is it the right time to have to say these words?……I still can’t believe I’m writing them.

One day Jac and I will be together again. I know this for sure…….I know I will miss her and want her with me every moment of the life I have left…..I must believe that she is beside me and I’m always looking for her messages and signs…..Jac and I had many adventures together and took many journeys……Our physical journey has now ended, but I know in my heart our spiritual journey has just begun……….Even so…..It is so terribly hard.

I want to thank all those who knew what was happening for the last year and a half and kept our wish not to let anyone know. I want to thank my friends at QVC for being my advocate through this horrible period of time, and for the help and love they provided. I want to thank Dr. Alice Shaw and Dr. Jessica Lin at Boston Mass General for giving Jac that precious year of feeling “normal” and healthy again. I especially want to thank Dr. Caleb Moore, our doctor here in Greenwich, for being at our home at a moments notice, and for taking charge of Jac’s care when he knew I could no longer give her the care she needed. Mostly, I want to thank my family and her closest friends, who she loved so much, and were there for her at the end. They made it possible for Jac to leave this world surrounded by their love. I will be forever grateful….. Jac was an extremely private person. We didn’t have many friends….out of choice……. All we ever wanted or needed was each other, our babies, and our home by the sea. We would call our home…..”Our separate peace”, where nothing could disturb or touch us or harm us…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

This post is meant for YOU and YOU alone. I know Jac would think I have already said too much. She always said I talked too much, but I could go on and on taking about the love of my life……..Please do NOT re-post this message that I’m sending to you on any other social media……Not on the QVC boards or Facebook. I know that this news will spread quickly, but I beg you to keep our privacy the best you can, and if you must speak, speak of the Love you have for Jac.

I, with all of my heart, and I know with all of Jac’s heart, want to thank all of you who have become Dear Dear Friends over these passed years. Your concern, caring and love shines though, and I know I will need all of you more than ever.

I feel there is a hole in my chest where my heart used to be. A terrible emptiness that will never go away, but I also know my heart must still be there , because it’s full of love for my Jac…….Before Jac came into my life I was a very lonely person. I had many many friends, but I still felt this terrible loneliness…………Jac taught me what love was all about, and it was Jac who taught me how to love…………………………………There will never be another like her……………….not for me……………..not ever………..My only solace is that we will be together again.

This Post Has 188 Comments

  1. Yvette

    Oh Louis, I knew it had to be bad for you to stay out of touch for so long. But I truly never imagined such terrible news, and my heart breaks for you! I hope that you can feel the love pouring out of our posts for you and your beautiful Jac. May the Good Lord give you the strength to bear your sorrow. And know that we all grieve with you for the passing of your angel!
    With deepest sympathy,
    Yvette

  2. Ellie

    I am so sorry to hear about Jac. Louis, your wife was a truly beautiful woman inside and out and even though I never actually met her, I feel as though I’ve lost a friend. You are in my prayers and I’m so deeply sorry for your loss.

  3. Elaine

    Dearest Louis,
    I’m crying as I tell my husband your heart-breaking news. How is it that we all feel so close to you and your dear Jac?
    You are very, very dear to all of us and we love you.
    Jac will be remembered always.
    Know that you are in my prayers.
    Elaine and Dan

  4. Suzanne

    Louis-My heart breaks for you. Thank you for sharing your beautiful tribute to Jac. Your love shines through every word. I will be praying for you. Please know that many are thinking of you and if we could we would give you hugs.. Suzanne

  5. Nancy (AKA TheOwl)

    Dearest Louis, this I know. After losing our 36 yr old son to cancer 2 yrs ago, my baby brother (whom I was tasked with the caring for after our mother died when I was 9) to cancer 1 year ago and enduring the loss of my other baby brother – the actual youngest of 8 kids (I also looked after him as a child) to a heart attack 3 years ago – I began squirting tears only a sentence or two into your tribute to Jac – which is what that beautiful letter to all of us indeed is. A tribute to Jac. How grateful I am that you and she saw fit to have her model, along with the other wonderful models at QVC, every time you had a show there. So that we could get to know her. And then, this seemed such a gift, to get to know her somewhat through her writings about some of her life’s adventures and funny/challenging moments. And I too, who have never actually met Jac in person, feel that I have lost a wonderful friends and role model. Thank you for sharing what you have written with us. It is precious to me and I’m sure to all of us here. And no. I will not trespass on your privacy a whit and will never be posting this deeply personal account anywhere online, ever.

    Here is one thing I know after our own recent trials. You will indeed get little messages from Jac. Impressions really, or quite often, a shot of humor. I had such sweet unrecountable experiences with my two darling baby brothers after they passed and I hold them precious and they are as precious and vivid as the days they happened. And, though it still kills me to have lost our dear son to cancer, there have been just too many times when we have felt his presence grace our lives like the stirring of a sweet breeze that freshens. Some of those moments brought tears but most brought a smile along with moist eyes. And I dearly love the way Jac kept her mother’s room and how that can and will give you too comfort going forward. You are in our prayers. Thank you for the beautiful, beautiful picture of Jac you posted with your message. Love, NJ

  6. Ceicei aka Cecila

    My heart breaks for you.

  7. LauraL

    Dear Louis,

    Please accept my deepest condolences. I can’t imagine what you are going through. It was clear every time you and Jac were on that you were a very loving couple and very devoted to each other. Please know that you are very cared for and that she will be looking out for you until you join her again. You both have blessed the live of the family you have created here. Please know that you are in all of our prayers.

    Laura (Your Traveling Lady)

  8. Ceicei aka Cecila

    I have been checking your blog four or five times a day. I knew something was wrong, as we all dd. I discovered your line 5 years ago, and you and Jac have been an inspiration. Know you are loved by many, you and Jac touched my life. You are not alone. You are loved by many and Jac will take care of you. Love and prayers, Cecilia

  9. Dodies

    Dearest Louis: thank you for allowing us to share, however minute, a tiny piece of your profound heartbreak. As a private person, this was probably not easy. With tears, I read your beautiful tribute to your beautiful lady and thank you for “fudging” a little to tell us what has happened. With many others, I checked daily for news, very apprehensive, for your silence was so unlike you. For you to be so open allows us to pay tribute to your elegant love that so many of us wanted to emulate, and to try in such a minimal way, to say how much we care for you. I am so terribly sorry and saddened this has happened. Perhaps, in your heart,what will save you is knowing what Jac would want for you as you are forced to go on…..Dodie

  10. Debby

    Dear Louis, i pray that God will give you peace over your heart and mind during this devastating and sad time. What you and Jac had is very rare and special, which makes it even harder to endure. I’m just so saddened for you. Love and prayers sent your way

  11. Frieda

    Dear Louis,
    What an exquisite tribute to your beloved. Thank you for trusting and sharing it with us, your Linea family. I pray for peace for you, and know that we love you and are praying for you.

  12. Renee

    Dear Louis:
    Beautiful Jac YOU WERE AND YOU WILL ALLWAYS BE “ONE OF A KIND” there will never be anyone like you again. Rest in Peace. Heaven just got a Beautiful Angel. Sending you all my Love Louis

  13. Tricia

    I was checking many times a day and worried so . I read your lovely tribute this morning but the tears were flowing so much I just could not think. All are hearts go out to you for the loss of your Jac. My prayers go with you. Words fail me. Many hugs are coming your way. Tricia

  14. Teri

    Lord bless you and Jacob. You are precious souls.

    1. Teri

      Lord bless you and Jac! The dearest things in our life make us fragile and strong at the same time.

  15. Pecan Cookie

    Louis, I am so sorry for your loss. I feel the emptiness you feel but have also felt the happiness you so aptly express in the retelling of your fond memories of the good times spent with your darling Jac. Take care, dear designer genius. Know that we are all pulling for you, sending prayers to the heavens for you and Jac and also directly sending good energy your way. XO

    All the best,
    Connie

  16. Sharon Holman

    Our hearts are breaking for you. She was a very special lady and we are blessed that she shared herself with us. Know that we loved you both and it was easy to see the love you both had for one another. We are holding you and continue to pray for you. God Bless Louis

    1. aquamarie

      Dear Louis,

      My heart breaks for you . I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Jac ….

      Prayers for comfort ,peace and strength ….

  17. Enjay

    Dear Louis,

    I am so profoundly sorry for this tragic loss of your beloved Jac.

    I first “met” you and Jac when you started on QVC. I was a young professional in NYC, in an industry where you were expected to dress far above your salary level. I watched Jac, so beautiful and elegant in your lovely clothes and thought, “That’s how I want to look.” I found Jac so inspirational, so stylish in a warm, accessible way. My favorite outfits were always the ones when you said, “And Jac is wearing it with her own jeans.” And there she would be, in jeans, one of your white shirts and a jacket … dazzling.

    Over the years, I loved your rapport and connection with each other – so apparent when she modeled your clothes. I enjoyed her recipes and the pictures you shared of your home, and I came to admire the warm, beautiful person who was Jac.

    I hope it helps you to know that she touched many of us who appreciated and admired her over the years.

    You have my deepest, heartfelt sympathy.

  18. ~k~

    My heart breaks. Prayers for strength and peace as you struggle to begin this new journey. Her beautiful light shined from within and I will miss her stories and humor. Love is sent to you, Louis. From so many!

  19. Kate

    Dear Louis, What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful woman. She will be missed and I will think of her (and you) every day as I get dressed in your clothes as it is all I wear. She always looked so lovely wearing your designs and so proud. My heart breaks for you and I am so very sorry. God Bless.
    Kate

  20. Romy

    Heartfelt condolences for your loss. I know it doesn’t seem like it now, but it will get better with time. Hugs, Romy

  21. By the C

    Wow. I cannot put into words how touching your letter is, dear Louis. Truly written from your heart to ours. Thank you for sharing these thoughts, and for sharing Jac with us all. You helped her life be a blessed one here and I know she’s with you always. You both have embodied the word “kind.” For that I have kept checking here for news. I am devastated with you. Sending so much love and prayers to you and to the girls. Please keep looking for signs, I know they will come. xo

  22. mona

    My heart breaks for you, Louis. Jac is a beautiful person, thank you for sharing her with us. Know that she is without pain and safe with her mommy. She’ll be there, so beautiful, waiting for the love of her life. Stay strong, the girls and us, “The Ladies”. need you…

  23. Elizabeth Gabber

    Louis I love you and Jac, I believe that in my heart I knew what had happened. You both are in my prayers every day. She is always with you. My beloved dad left this earth in 1998 but I feel his presence and talk with him in my mind constantly. God bless you and Jac. Elizabeth Gabber, Salinas Califirnia.

  24. Goldie76

    Dearest Louis,

    Checking once again on the QVC boards for news from you, I read that you had posted a message here on your blog. The news, tragically, was what I secretly feared from the start. Your beloved and beautiful Jac has left the physical world. I — along with so many others — weep for you. I am sad that such a beautiful person has left our midst. Most of all, I cry that you will miss the love of your life, your soulmate, your muse until you are reunited in the spiritual world. Having lost my husband, the love of my life, I understand your feeling of devastation, loss and loneliness. Look for signs of Jac’s being in your life. You will find she is there.

    When you recently started photographing Jac in your fashions near windows, I noted there was an “ethereal” quality to the shots. I sensed something going on; something was very different. When I saw the last photo, with Jac directly in front of the window, I had a strange feeling that you were preparing yourself and us for Jac’s going toward the light. She is now basking in the pure light and love that her beloved Mommy and God have for her. God rest her soul and bless you as you continue on without her.

    I am deeply sorry for your loss.

    Sincerely,

    Maria (Goldie76)

  25. Chris

    I am sorry for your loss as well as ours.

  26. maryinCT

    Louis,
    My most sincere sympathy to you. May you find peace in your heart where Jac will live forever.
    MaryinCT

  27. Kim

    your love for each other sounds like the love from a fairytale. i wish for you to always feel the love from the love of your life. May your memories bring warmth to your heart and a smile to your face. Jac is now your angel watching over you. May she send you signs to let you know that her love for you will never end. what a beautiful love you had and will eternally share. xo Louis

  28. Jane J.

    My heart breaks for you, dear Louis. Thank you for sharing your beautiful tribute to Jac. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  29. Ginny

    Dear Louis, I am so sorry to read the sad news about your beloved Jac. The love you two shared radiated through the television screen. I know that it is never easy to lose a loved one but she will live forever in your heart. Please know we are all thinking and praying for you during this most difficult time.
    Ginny

  30. Karen in WI

    Dear Louis, please accept my condolences and continuing prayers. I just loved how you and your wife always looked so in love on QVC. I could just see it. There was a sweetness and goodness that emanated from you both. I will pray hard for you to do as your wife told you. I think I can speak for all of us Linea ladies that we will be a source of light and love for you in this world. I mean that sincerely. I’m sure the angels were singing as she entered heaven. Blessings and love to you Louis.

  31. LC

    Louis,
    Many thoughts and prayers are with you. Thank you for all that you and Jac have shared with us over the years. I am so very sorry you are going through this.

    LC

  32. Seka

    Dear Louis, I just read your tribute to Jac and I don’t know when I will stop crying. I am so very sorry to hear this news. Please accept my sincerest condolences. Jac was a truly BEAUTIFUL person – both inside and out.

  33. CarlyTwila (aka Susan)

    Dear Louis,
    Tears are streaming down as my heart aches for you. I am so very sorry to hear this news. I will treasure my memory of our evening together in Washington, as well as her beautiful smile and grace. Her stories were so amusing and the love you shared uplifting. I feel helpless to comfort you. Telling stories of her will help cement the wonderful memories, and I’m glad you were able to share your tribute with us. You have been in my thoughts and prayers for many weeks now, and will continue to be. Much Love,
    Susan

  34. karlakaye

    Dear Louis, As everyone before has said, our collective hearts are breaking for you through our tears. You and Jac had a love for the ages—-a treasure beyond measure. Please know we will be keeping you in our thoughts every day without fail. Your tribute was perfection, and Jac is so proud of you. She will guide you each day till you meet again. Thanks for being the man you are. It’s a honor to be a Linea Lady.
    Karla

  35. Chris S.

    Dear Louis,

    I’m so grateful for the opportunity you and Jac gave us to share in your story and in the community of wonderful women you created. Your love and generosity are inspirational.
    Wishing you peace and comfort.

  36. Maia

    I am so sorry, Louis. I’m sending my love and thoughts your way. You and Jac mean more to me than you’ll ever know. Thank you for sharing your heartfelt story with me.

  37. 1jac

    Dearest Louis,

    What devastating news on the loss of the love of your life. I read your loving tribute to Jac with tears streaming down my face. We have never met, but as one of your devoted admirers, I feel the loss as if I knew her. You were blessed with a love that will transcend time. You shall see your Jac again. Of this I firmly believe. Oh how I hate that date December 12th.My beloved father died on that date many years ago. I wish you peace and comfort in your memories, To have the privilege of such a great love as yours was a gift. Cherish it, until you two meet again.
    Respectfully, Barbara.

  38. Shopsy/Mary

    Dear Louis,

    You have my heartfelt condolences. Thank you for sharing your sad news. I have tears rolling down my cheeks reading about the love you shared. I’ve always known that the care both of you have taken to answer our questions and share your knowledge was genuine, and it helped me to learn how to dress and to feel good about myself. I will always be grateful and know the good you both spread will come back to comfort you as you grieve for Jac.

    I send my love and wishes for peace to you.

    Mary

  39. Karen in WA

    Oh, I am so sorry my friend. Love

  40. Fleur de Lis

    Dear Louis, Please know that your beautiful, loving Jac is always with you and she will help guide you through this devastating time. Please cherish and find comfort in your wonderful memories of your beloved Jac. You and Jac are loved by so many and I will be saying prayers for you.

  41. morganjen

    I am so very sorry for your loss! You wrote a moving tribute to the beautiful Jac. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

  42. Saphira

    Dear Louis,
    My deepest condolences to you. May you find comfort in your love…Jac was so lovely and gracious. I have lit a candle in her memory and with a prayer for you both.

  43. Somersault

    Louis, there are no words of comfort. Your loss is unbearable, your heart, heavy and broken into a million pieces. A heartbreak that knows no bounds. The sun has left your life and the darkness fills your world except a night, the sky is sprinkled with a thousand stars and it is Jac’s way of letting you know that she sparkles and twinkles for you at night when you are at your darkest hour. It is to remind you, she will, always, be the sparkle and twinkle in your life, so she shines for you in your need. Keep up with your journal and writings of her, it is your way to keep her close and will help you over time. All the sweet times you shared, all the joys and all the sorrows. It will give you comfort. It was her time, it was not her choice, she would never have chosen to leave you. In the spring when the birds return, you will she her, she will visit. It will be a beautiful cardinal in all it’s glory. It will be Jac’s way of coming to say hello and how much she loves you. She will visit often and she will help to keep you safe. I send you all my love and all my prayers and a rosary for you each night that you may have the strength to endure the loss of someone so special, so beautiful and so loved. How very blessed you both were to have found each other and to have shared a beautiful life. oxoxoxoxo

  44. Claudia

    Others are more eloquent than I. Alli can say my heart breaks for you. I truly believe she will be watching over you.

  45. Ellen

    Dear Louis…I am looking over the Sound, and sending you and Jac love and hugs.

  46. Judi

    Dearest Louis-
    Jac would not mind your eloquent tribute, I’m sure of it. You both had a rare relationship, I can well understand your devastation.
    I’ll miss Jac terribly, you both feel like close family.
    Please, continue your journaling, expressing feelings helps so much with grief (although you feel like nothing will ever help).
    I pray for your strength and healing.
    May Jac’s memory be a blessing-
    Love and a huge cyber hug
    Judi

  47. Shari

    Dearest Louis,
    The tears are flowing and will not stop. Jac will be so terribly missed.
    She has left this world, but has not left our hearts and that is where she will stay. . .forever.
    I pray you will find a peace that passes all understanding.
    I respect your privacy and only wish you peace and love. Take care ,dear friend. God loves you and so do I.

  48. marcy in l a

    dear Louis – i know it must feel as if a light has gone out – but it is awaiting the moment to be bright again – when you decide how you and Jac would want you to move forward in due course. then i know the light that flows from your union will be bright and alive again as you carry it forward for you both. in deepest sympathy…….

  49. diane

    Dear Louis-There are no words to express how much sorrow I feel for you. You are such a blessed man to have had such a wonderful love in your life. That love will never stop. May God give you comfort always.

  50. Kate

    LDO–The kind of love you shared with Jac is an inspiration, and your loving tribute does justice to her extraordinary life and person. Jac was so generous in the way she let us in to share in your life together. I will always remember the funny stories she told us about her modeling days, and when I make one of her recipes I will always think of her and smile. She and I had a blast every year getting me dressed for award shows–again, a gift from a loving and open heart. These are sad times, but know that you are so very loved and supported by your community here. Please accept my deepest condolences and most sincere affection at this very sad time. Kate

  51. Merrylass

    My deepest condolences and prayers. Words are inadequate to assuage such a tremendous loss, our only comfort is to know that love truly lasts.

  52. Sallie

    Dear Louis,
    My heart goes out to you with your loss of Jac. May I quote an Irish saying: “Death leaves a heartache that no one can heal. Love leaves memories no one can steal” May you find solace and comfort in the wonderful years that you had together. You are in my prayers. Hugs, Sallie

  53. Chris/Jazzmom

    Jac was a special person who came into your life & visited our lives through the TV. I have shed a tear for you & for Jac. Cancer is awful! Please know that all of us Linea Ladies will miss her & her wonderful sense of style. Take all the time you need, Louis. We understand. Just keep good thoughts & know someday you will be together again.

    Sincerely,
    Chris

  54. Carol

    Dear Louis,
    We will all miss Jac very much. She was an inspiration to all your Linea ladies. You have our deepest sympathy. You both have been much loved by your far flung friends.

    Carol

  55. Sylvia

    Dear Louis, I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful Jac. I thank you so much for sharing your heartbreak with us. I too have been checking the blog multiple times a day for news from you. Even though we have never met, I feel friendship and love for you both. I looked forward to reading Jac’s stories and her recipes. I looked back through her posts last night and found her stollen recipe. My mother is German, and the recipe is similar to the one my mother makes every year. I was planning to make her recipe and taste her stollen. I would like to send you a hug also. Please know that all of your Linea Ladies care about you. We know that it’s not about business and selling clothes.

  56. Celia

    My dear Louis,

    I am so so sorry for your terrible loss. Words cannot express how sorry I am. You and Jac had such a special loving bond and I cannot imagine your suffering but I am praying for you and send you my deepest love.

    Celia

    1. Judy M

      Dear Louis I second what Celia has written,no more words but you had a special angel,and she is watching over you!

  57. Kay H

    Dear Louis,

    There are no words. It’s hard for me to express myself with words so I’ll just say that I will pray for your healing.

    Kay

  58. Lynn

    Dear Louis,
    I am so very sorry to hear this. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. If we can do anything to help, we’d be happy to do so. May God hold you close.

  59. Melissa

    Oh Louis. I knew something must be terribly wrong. I had been checking your blog daily hoping for an update. Checked today, saw a beautiful picture of Jac, and my heart sank. I am so so sorry for your loss. I have tears running down my face…

    I don’t want to make this about me, but I lost my husband almost four years ago, the day after I turned 43. It seemed surreal, and even today after I have moved on to the next chapter of my life, it’s hard. I understand the emptiness you feel, it literally feels like a hole is in your heart. People don’t know what to say and they will often say stupid things. Nothing anyone said helped. The only thing that made me feel better was a hug, so I am sending you a huge cyber hug.

    I respect your privacy, as I am very private too, but thank you for sharing with us. It should help to talk about it. Keep talking to Jac, she hears you and is watching over you. Keep writing to her. May all your wonderful memories of your life with her comfort you. You are such a kind, loving man and I pray you are able to find peace and comfort. Just take it day by day, it will eventually get better. I promise, as long as you keep your promise to Jac and keep a routine, keep busy and do not fall into the darkness. Do that for her and for you. 💜

  60. Ellen G Bair

    Dearest Louis,

    Your words about your amazing wife brought tears to my eyes, Jac was a beautiful woman inside and out, loosing the love of your life is heart breaking, they say time heals, our memories of our loved ones keep us safe and warm and we go through our lives.

  61. Melissa

    My deepest condolences to you.

  62. Susan

    My heartfelt condolences! What a beautiful tribute to the lovely Jac. I’m sure she’s looking down and most surely approves of your loving words and sentiments. May you find strength in the days and months ahead in your many beautiful, loving memories from a lifetime filled with a remarkable, unbreakable, everlasting love.

  63. Debbie M.

    Dear Louis,

    I wish I had the words to say how sorry I am. My heart just breaks for you and I had to wait until I stopped crying to see the keyboard. Unfortunately I never had the privilege to meet either of you although I am only just across the sound from you. I only knew Jac from FB however your creations are a reflection of her and every time I wear your designs, I will alway remember the beautiful Jac. I wish I could come and give you a big hug or say the right words. You have both been in my prayers for the last few weeks and you will remain there. Great love like you both had doesn’t come to everyone. God bless you both.

    1. Bernadette

      Dear Louis,

      Debbie’s words are exactly how I feel. I too can not stop crying. You both became part of my family and I spoke of you both as friends. I feel so very blessed to know you both and am a better person for it. Jac became a mentor of sorts for me. I looked forward to her Facebook posts, stories, and her fabulous style. When I couldn’t decide what to wear I reached for her pictures. She constantly inspired me. Your love for each other was a gift from above. I am sending hugs, prayers, and asking the Angels to watch over you Louis. We are here for you. God bless

      Hugs,
      Bernadette

  64. Susan

    Dear Louis, I am sending you big hugs right now! There really are no words to make any of this better but I am so sorry about Jac, will pray for your heart! Please find some peace in her favorite chair! Take care, Susie

  65. Beryl

    Dear,dear Louis,
    My heart breaks for you. What a beautiful tribute you just made to Jac. Please accept my deepest codolances to you at this very sad time.
    Beryl

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