“Ian, you poor thing. How are you doing? Why didn’t you call me? Why did I have to hear about Debbie’s passing on the news?” Tillie Cromwell asked with love and concern for her son. Although Tillie was comfortable socializing with the rich and famous, she wasn’t the stereotypical A-lister. She may have looked the part, with her designer clothes, expensive jewelry, and stunning beauty, but what set her apart was her genuine concern for others. She was definitely not self-absorbed, and not only having relationships with people who could further her career or advance her standing in society. Tillie was equally comfortable sitting and talking with the homeless people she had just fed. Her desire to help others was a trait she passed on to her son.
“The British news reported Debbie’s death?” I
