E. Jaffrey, Jan. 22" 1906Dearest Emma:
I am so sorry for you in your trouble. I know you are sad and lonely, all the more for having had the care of your loved one so many months, and had him with you all the days and nights. I wish I could say something to comfort you - but I am sure you know where to go for a greater comfort and help than any human sympathy or words can give you.
You must have many pleasant memories, every day will come to you sayings and doings of your husbands that will be a help to you in your loneliness.
It must be a happy release to the dear one gone - and you are the one to speak of as the labor [?] - How natural to say "poor man" when we refer to one who has left us. It was so hard for me to realize that my Charlie could be happier away from us he loved so well than when here. I feel sure you will not have that to contend with. I hope you are not overwearied, and that you will soon be rested from your cares, as the mind is dependant [sic] on the state of the bodily health in a great degree.
I am glad to read the notice in regard to Mr. Turner as a man, and know that they are true every word, as no one who even met your husband could but know he was a true man - and a devoted Christian -
May the dear Lord bless and comfort you, and you be spared many years to be a comfort and blessing to your daughter, and she to you.
Lovingly,
Fanny Kittredge.