I was doing research on my family and recently discovered that my Grandmother Aileen Mae Bend Washay had a half sister

I found this wonderful obituary about this incredible lady!

I called her son Ken today and we chatted...

Lost lost family..well not really lost because i didnt know they existed!

How lucky you all were to have had this incredible woman in your life for 94 years!

WOW!

Thank you so much for sharing information on her..

AIleen had three children..they would be Irene's neice and nephews
Her youngest son is my Dad Kerry

Jill Aileen Washay - birth name
Thank you!

Irene Rollston was known to me and all my cousins as Nana, she was my grandmother but again........... she was Nana.
I remember when I was a little boy following her around the kitchen on holiday visits and she would always have time for me. Figure that out with all the preparation going on to get the family dinner ready for at least 20 people..... but she had the time. She would always have olives out as a side dish

Irene Rollston was known to me and all my cousins as Nana, she was my grandmother but again........... she was Nana.
I remember when I was a little boy following her around the kitchen on holiday visits and she would always have time for me. Figure that out with all the preparation going on to get the family dinner ready for at least 20 people..... but she had the time. She would always have olives out as a side dish which somehow 10 of them would end up on my fingers and thumbs......... I Loved those olives!!!
When they moved from Southern California to Placerville our family seemed to always find the time to go visit. She was the type not to show to much emotion but you could always tell she was very happy to see us.
I still see her every day as her picture is on my mantle, but with that said I still miss her.

Love you Nana - Steve

I first met Irene in 1996 when I was running for an open judicial seat in our county. We were introduced by my campaign manager, who worked with her son Ken, a respected local attorney. From our first meeting, I found Irene to be keenly intelligent, fiercely loyal and a determined advocate for women in our community. Despite her tiny stature, she was an energetic and commanding presence.

When I heard that she wanted to support my candidacy, I initially presumed

I first met Irene in 1996 when I was running for an open judicial seat in our county. We were introduced by my campaign manager, who worked with her son Ken, a respected local attorney. From our first meeting, I found Irene to be keenly intelligent, fiercely loyal and a determined advocate for women in our community. Despite her tiny stature, she was an energetic and commanding presence.

When I heard that she wanted to support my candidacy, I initially presumed that she was doing so because her son had endorsed me. While that connection clearly helped pave the way for our introduction to one another, it soon became apparent that Irene would only campaign for people SHE believed possessed the skill and integrity to become dedicated public servants. I was humbled and honored that she included me in her efforts.

The world was made a better place due to the contributions that Irene made to it - she was a remarkable, one of a kind woman! I am blessed to have known her.

I set up this page for the cyber-connected family and friends to use and share. To the joy you shared with others in a long and successful life, Irene/Mom/Nana! HUGS, Karen