Next to my
mother, Ms. Maggie Quille was one of the most influential mothering figures in
my life. While I feel the pain of her recent loss, I rejoice in knowing that
her reward is in heaven. She was saintly in her character. Her commitment to
youth, economic development and the Druid Heights Community is legendary. A
renovated fire house which is being used as a community center bears her name.
A mural on a wall within the Upton Community bears her likeness. A playground
for children is in place because of her advocacy. Trees line Druid Hill Avenue because her unwillingness to accept anything,
but the best for her community and she had them installed. The library located at Pennsylvania and North Avenue is there because of her. The boxing center,
were future Olympic champions train, on Pennsylvania Avenue , is there because of her relationship
with then Mayor Du Burns. More importantly, there are untold numbers of
persons who were positively influenced by her who now lead productive lives. I
loved Ms. Maggie Quille. I spent many quality hours talking with her, laughing
with her, praying with her, and learning from her. She will be missed. She
served with dignity and grace.
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