I have worked alongside Marie for over a year, and she has been a fantastic addition to our NROFL family. Not only is she a coworker, but she is also a cherished friend and kind soul. Her bright smile and sense of humor brighten each day. At NROFL, we have a set of core values that we strive to achieve every day. These values are that the patients come above all else, we are accountable to ourselves and our team, we are humble, and we have personal integrity and a commitment to quality and self-improvement. Marie personifies our values in all of their meanings. Her gentle heart can calm a nervous patient, and she is always there to lend a helping hand or offer support. We are blessed to have Marie in our Sarasota office and as a member of our NROFL family.

My heart aches for Marie. As a parent, I myself am holding back tears as I type. No amount of kind words will alleviate her and her family's immense grief. Talking to Marie, you will quickly learn that she dedicates every waking moment to her children or, as she lovingly jokes, her "crumb snatchers." Her children bring that bright glimmer to her eyes and warmth to her heart.

While we cannot aid in the emotional struggle that this loss has caused, what our NROFL team can do is raise funds to help the family with their unexpected financial needs. We have started this fundraiser for this reason. Please donate to help, and remember that Marie would be first in line if you needed help.

Thank you.