Condolence: I met Jill on a bus to summer camp when we were in middle school. We were fast friends. We would drive into Georgetown before we were legal (18) to dance to live music and drink. I loved spending time with her. She loved being a wife and a mom. I always admired her for being fearless.

Condolence: What a great tribute to an obviously great and much loved lady! I didn't have the honor of knowing Jill in person but I loved her digital designs and have many of them. I will miss her designs. My prayers are for her family and all who loved her. I know that one day you will all be reunited with your beloved Jill. God Bless.

Condolence: We met Jill and her young family in Virginia, and immediately bonded with them. Though we were close for only three years, we felt like we had found life-long friends. She will be missed.

Condolence: I met Jill through our love of digital scrapbooking 4 years ago when she asked me to be on her CT team. I jumped at the chance as Jill was such an amazing designer and her designs spoke to my heart. I soon found out not only was JIll an amazing designer she was an amazing person too. Jill was always there for me and every one of her CT team, she was so caring and compassionate that you knew she was a friend you would love forever. Her sassy sense of humour would make you laugh even if you were on the verge of tears. We often spoke about our family especially her 2 girls and my Jess and many other things close to our hearts. I will miss her dearly. Sending hugs and prayers to Rob, Sydney and Hope, may you find strength knowing how loved your mum is. My Jess wanted me to tell you she has sent a hug up to heaven to your mum too xoxo

Condolence: Jill was an online friend through our common interest , digital scrapbooking, but we had many things in common, our animals and love of family. We often chatted about ideas for kits and she showed an interest in my problems when sh was dealing with so much herself, showed such strength and positivity and her sense of humour shone through. She was sweet, funny and caring, and very creative and talented. I will miss her xx

Condolence: I met Jill when my nephew was taking taikwando lessons in Zachary. Hope and Sydney were taking lessons and Jill was helping Mr Hinote in teaching the young classes. When she told me she was starting a zumba class and encouraged me to come, I thought to myself, “what does she know about Zumba? She does not look like she has the rhythm to teach that kind of class.” Little did i know. She was a great Zumba teacher! Her class was so much fun and she brought so much energy! And she was such a sweet spirit. I’ve missed her ever since I stopped being able to do the classes. And now I’ll miss her even more knowing that i cant ever go back to her class. But i can see that she made an impression on everyone! Rest in peace Jill. May God continue to bless your family always until y’all meet again in heaven!

Condolence: I "met" Jill online, when as a baby designer I was invited to join my first scrap store. She was already a well known and amazing designer. She and I hit it off straight away, same zodiac sign, same sense of humour, and although I lived on the opposite side of the world, we were often online at the same time, and would chat or sometimes even email if we missed each other with the time differences. Jill taught me so much, as a designer, and as a person. I admired her ability to jump in feet first as I'm much more inclined to stick a toe in the water than attack it with gusto like Jill. She taught me to be more like her. Even though I'm childless by choice, and generally hate talking about other people's children, I really enjoyed talking to Jill about Sydney & Hope, because she talked about how to raise them to be strong, independent women, who could go out into the world with confidence but also with empathy. They were things I could really relate to, and happily chatted about how to raise girls like that. Of course I heard about achievements and milestones too, but with Jill it was never sickly sweet, my kids are better than yours, she was proud of the girls and their contribution to who they were becoming. We bonded over our love for our respective fur kids, crying over losses and sharing the excitement of new family fur members. I now call most people I know named Jill, by the nickname Jillber...the first time I did it to Jill, she fired back, no problems Jobart! She was the first Jillber, the original and the best. She was my friend, a mentor, someone who loved life and the people in it fiercely, someone I loved and I will miss in the years to come. RIP Jillber.

Condolence: Amazing tributes to my sweet niece. So glad she touched so many of you as dearly as she did. She was special to me in many ways, not the least of which was sharing half-birthdays. Best memory is when I babysat her for the first time - - I was 14, she was 6-ish months. I was clueless and terrified so I kept her in the windup swing. She vomited all over everything and I freaked. That was a special moment! We were especially close these past two years - - I went through treatment for tonsil cancer, she went through endless tests and treatment for what was finally diagnosed as pancreatic cancer. We knew what each other was going through and often joked about disrupted bodily functions. What will stay with me always is the strength and courage with which she faced her illness. Her will to stay alive and be with her husband, children, and canine children was ever present and deeply, deeply inspiring. She was a beautiful, creative, empowered, and always sassy woman who will be in our hearts forever.

Condolence: She made such a positive impact on my life. We learned together, we created together, we laughed endlessly on the phone. She was so anti-drama, and I loved her for it. When I was emotional, she was so straight to the facts and had a way in saying it that you could relate to and let it go. She shared her books once, trusted me enough to ship them all the way to CT, through my trip to CO where I shipped them back, after reading them page to page. She valued her memories, and we both related in the connections. She will always be loved by me. She was one of those friends where you wouldn't talk for a while but that didn't matter when you did, because friends picked up right where you left off and adored each other. I love you Beaner. You will be forever missed by me. I know your family will forever miss you too. Thank you for the love and beauty you provided in your friendship with me all these years.

Condolence: I "met" Jill through the digital scrapbooking community. I was totally blown away by her talent and her kits were always a dream to work with. I was so honored when she asked me to be a part of her awesomely talented creative team last year. Jill was one of those people that you just can't help but love instantly. She was so kind, compassionate, witty, funny...and the list goes on. She was such a genuine person and it shined through in everything she did. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with her family during this most difficult time. I know her spirit is flying high and that her love and friendship will never be forgotten.

Condolence: I met Jill through the digital scrapbooking community. I was so proud when I became a member in her CT-team since 2017. For the last 1 1/2 years I created so much with her unique kits / collections. She gave everyone in the team the opportunity to develop - each in its own way. She was funny, intelligent and always there for everyone. Her family was particularly close to her heart and so I am very sad that they now have to live without her. I wish Rob, Hope and Sydney a lot of strength for the coming time.

Condolence: I met Jill through digital scrapbooking. I guess you could say that I was a "walk on" to her team. I had always admired her designs and wondered if there was any chance that I could join her creative team. I contacted her and asked if she was looking for any new team members. She immediately invited me to join. I was thrilled and excited. She told me that she knew of me and had always admired my work! I was totally surprised and it made me feel so good to hear that. Jill was like that. That was over 2 years ago. I loved every minute I spent being on her team. Jill was sweet, kind, caring. She took an interest in all of her team members. She was there for all of us if we needed her. I was always amazed by her energy and enthusiasm for designing and life in general. I feel so honored to have known and worked with her. She will be missed dearly. Sending hugs and prayers to Rob, Sydney, and Hope to help you all through this very difficult time.

Condolence: I met Jill through the digital scrapbooking community. I was so proud when I became a member in her CT-team. For the last 3 years I created so much with her unique kits / collections. She gave everyone in the team the opportunity to develop - each in its own way. I loved our conversations - they were funny or sad, sometimes because of the new creations, sometimes quite private. She was funny, intelligent and always there for everyone. Her family was particularly close to her heart and so I am very sad that they now have to live without her. I wish Rob, Hope and Sydney a lot of strength for the coming time.

Condolence: Jill was an amazing woman and a talented designer. I loved working with her at her creative team. I'm from the Netherlands, so never met her, but enjoyed the brief period of time to have known her. My thoughts are with her loving family.

Condolence: Jill was an Amazing person, friend and instructor. I met her in Zumba. I took Zumba from Jill for like 5 or so years. She made it fun and even had a few of us car-zumba-ing. Zumba class was my happy place because of her. Jill was full of life, funny and caring. She will be missed.

Condolence: What a beautiful tribute! I too was a member of Jill's digital scrapbooking creative team and with her designs, I created some of my very favourite layouts. She worked very hard to provide us with amazing new fodder for our own creativity even when she had other things on her mind. She and I would have online chats late into the night (as a nurse, my sleep patterns were pretty messed up, and she was a bit of an insomniac) and we shared many secrets with each other in those chats. Her sense of humour had me worrying I'd wake the rest of the house with my laughter. When her cancer was finally diagnosed I knew she (and those who love her) was devastated, but knew she'd quickly earn a black belt in making the best of it. Her warrior spirit wouldn't allow anything else. Her light will continue to shine through her beloved daughters and the lessons she gave them will help them through their grief. Rob, Hope and Sydney, please accept my deepest sympathy. Please take care of each other.

Condolence: I met Jill back in 1987 in Atlantic City, NJ while taking in the sun on the roof of a guest house. We instantly bonded and became life long friends. Jill was the reason behind my first trip to California when she lived in San Diego and worked at La Costa resort. Jill was the reason I made an appointment to see a psychic while there who in turn changed the entire course of my life. When people ask me about my journey as an artist, I always start with,”My friend JIll invited me to California....” I tell this story weekly to clients and I have been doing so for over 20 years now. Jill is such a part of my life and my story of my life the way no one else ever has been. Both of us Pisces, we understood each other with justa look and never needed to say a word. Her positive spirit will always live on in me for the rest of my life. I am truly sad from the bottom of my heart over her passing but know she’s doing better than ever now.... her spirit and soul continues ❤️❤️❤️

Condolence: I "met" Jill through digital scrapbooking. I emailed her one day telling her how much I admired her designs. She was very humbled and emailed back thanking me. She offered me a spot on her creative team right away and I was blown away by her kindness and business savvy. I was astonished she would reach out to me as I had only been in the industry for a short period. She guided me patiently and we hit it off, often speaking five nights a week through messaging. I was in awe of her boundless energy, her fierce passion, and her goofy sense of humour. She called me her "token Canadian" often asking me about how things were done here "up North". She was one of the most compassionate and kind people I'd ever had the pleasure to know. She made me laugh and listened and offered advice when I was down. When I was diagnosed with anxiety, she was my biggest support and called me stupid when I said I wasn't sure I wanted to take the meds. I will miss Jill immensely. My mentor, my hero, my friend. She was one of a kind and I was privileged to know her. Her legacy will live on in my art and my heart.

Condolence: Jill was an amazing and talented woman. I met Jill 8 years ago through the digital scrapbooking world. Her designs were always amazing and always dealt with life... The good and the bad. We would talk about every 6 weeks about the things that mattered most to us... Our wonderful and talented daughters. But Jill was always there for me, whether it was a life issue or a scrapbooking disaster waiting on her to help me fix it. I am praying for the family. Loss even when expected is so very hard and she loved her daughters so very much. I pray that God gives you grace, hope and peace in this the most trying of times.

Condolence: I met Jill through the digital scrapbooking community, and was blown away by her work right from the beginning. In a world where there is so much sameness, she stood out as original, exciting, and artsy! I was thrilled when I became a member of her creative team. She was always striving to reach the next pinnacle in her designing - and she succeeded! She was unique. I will treasure her creations forever. One of the things that shone through in many of our conversations was Jill's great love for her family and dogs. I grieve for the huge chasm she has left in their lives. And I thank them for sharing this brilliant, funny, brave, intelligent woman with us.

Condolence: As a member of her scrapbooking creative team, she spent plenty of time reminding me to do what I needed to do! Always the mom she would message me of something I forgot. Learning that we lived under 2 hours away, I visited her Dec. 2017. Even as cancer ravaged her body, she was an amazing host- she cooked even through she didn't eat much, she was funny, upbeat and we shared alot of scrapbooking knowledge. I haven't met a kinder, more giving person in my life. I met her daughter Hope and she is exactly the same- kind, driven and sincere like her mom. She was a true mom and kept her problems hidden. She treated her problems like they were hers only. What a selfless person. I can't forget this wonderful woman. No one can. She was one of a kind and they "broke the mold" RIP dear creative friend. Heaven is more creative and kind because of you.