[dray]

Last night I was notified of the passing of my good friend and mentor.

Jay for those of you that did not know her , she was a very colorful woman with a unforgettable laugh. She took me under her wings and taught me so much when no one else had time. She had more knowledge than all the yorkie people put together.

She had some of the top winning dogs in the Beagle ring , Afgan and Shih Tzu and last the Yorkie Ring. She always said what she was thinking, never minced words. If you could not handle the answer you shouldn't ask the question.

The first time I met Jay she had already taken ill , but that did not stop her from teaching me , I spent many nights sitting on her bed and talking and watching video's . The nights would go on into the wee hours of the morning. I would be so tired after a weekend with Jay. I was not the only one she gave her time to, there were many others. To get to know Jay is to love her.

Jay had the ability to take a dog and make it look stunning, she could color, trim and show like no other and she was proud of her artistic ability. She never hid anything . She was strong and smart and so much fun to be with.

I know I am rambling, but tonight I am a bit sad , but I can still hear her laughter and it makes me smile with my tears.

I have her phone # in speed dial so I can call her to keep her updated on the wins at the shows, now she can look down and watch for her self.

My first home bred Champion was sired by her Ch. Montclair Bullet Proof and I will always be thankful for all her help.

Rest in Peace Jay