Melanie Winn

This past December one of my closest friends, Melanie Winn, passed away unexpectedly. Melanie was someone I always looked up to as an amazing friend, an incredible mother to her son, Tyler, and a devoted wife to her husband, Jeremy. Her loss has been very hard.

In addition to all of that, Melanie was a constant support as I attempted to go through portfolio school. She was encouraging and supportive of my abilities even when I was doubting myself completely.

Melanie worked at Partners+Simons, an advertising agency out of Boston. Today I got a message on Facebook about a meaningful initiative they are doing for her 1-year old son, Tyler. I feel very lucky to have known Melanie and will definitely be participating.

"Melanie Winn, a 10-year P+s'er passed away December 11th. Those of us who have had the pleasure to know Melanie will always remember her for her strength, spirit and kindness.

We have two wonderful initiatives for Tyler Winn, Melanie's 14 month old son.

The Tyler Win Education Fund
We have opened 529 Plan for Tyler. Partners+ simons has kicked off the fund with an initial deposit of $10,000.
Deposits can be made payable to: Tyler Winn Education Fund
Send to: Sovereign Bank, 2 South Station Concourse, Boston, MA 02210, Attention: Tyler Winn Education Fund

Melanie Memories Book
We are creating a book of memories of Melanie for Tyler. Keeping Mel's spirit in our hearts and sharing our memories of her with her son. Share your memories of Mel: the wonderful memories, the sincere memories, and especially the silly memories. Crystal remembers how Mel made her use Purell before letting her hold Tyler. I remember Mel sharing her coveted tiara with Shinlei the day Shinlei became a US Citizen.
Please send your stories and photos to jamie@partnersandsimons.com by 1/16/09.

Please pass this on to anyone who may want to participate."