Dear Editor: Thanks to Eric Pierce for writing and the great Patriot newspaper for publishing the article and picture of me. (“Stauffer Will Have School Named After Her,” 6/5/14)

Thanks to all the people who spoke in favor of naming West after me. It is a great and lasting honor. I appreciate it very much.

Thanks to the principal and teachers who have made it work.

Mary R. Stauffer

Downey

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Published: June 12, 2014 - Volume 13 - Issue 09