A friend's gone missing. Please help. disparu - appel à témoins - avis de recherche
Tuesday, July 29, 2014
A reader's Mom has gone missing. With your attention we may be able to help Tanya and her family reunite with their loved one, Mary Glen. Photo taken yesterday, after the sunflower harvest. The drying seeds, little messengers of hope, will soon be on their way to the Phoenix desert.
Three French words and their meanings, just below:
disparu / appel à témoins / avis de recherche
: missing / seeking witnesses / missing person notice
A Day in a French Life... by Kristin Espinasse
Last night, while reading my Facebook feed, I noticed this heartbreaking post from a reader of my blog. Tanya writes:
Laying here in my parents living room along with my sister, brother and SIL. I can't believe my mom is still missing. The hardest part is not knowing where she is. I pray she is in a hospital as a Jane Doe and not stranded in the hot desert without water, lost and confused. How can this happen?
photo of Mary Glen
I could only imagine the torture Tanya's family was going through, having recently gone through a similar scare. Only, my own Mom was missing for a matter of hours. For Tanya's family, the agony has gone on for nearly three days now.
Mary Glen, pictured left, and family.
Since seeing Tanya's Facebook post--and the AVIS DE RECHERCHE or missing person's notice she posted (click here to see it), I can't stop thinking about Mary Glen. Just moments ago, while typing this post, I noticed a tip was posted on the page--someone may have seen Mary Glen yesterday:
Tina writes:
I'm pretty sure I saw her downtown at Central & Washington at the bus area. She asked me for some change, but I didn't have any, nor realize she was missing until a few hrs later until I saw it on FB. This was at around 3:15pm.
This just goes to show the power of getting the word out and of keeping the faith. According to that post, Mary Glen would have been seen at 3:15pm on Monday--nearly two days after her disappearance!
Please help Tanya and her family and help get the word out. Do you live in Phoenix or do you know anyone who lives in Phoenix? You can forward the Missing Persons page (see it here) or this post to your friends.
Via Twitter, or other social media sites, you may post a message and this link: https://www.facebook.com/MaryMomGlen
Do not underestimate the effect your gesture will have on helping to bring Mary Glen home to her loved ones.
Mary Glen and her dear husband
If you live in Phoenix, please talk to your neighbors, shopkeepers, gas station attendants--anyone at all with whom you can share this missing persons report. Get the word out!
Anyone with information on Mary Glen can call the Phoenix Police Department Missing Persons Unit at (602) 534-2121 or email [email protected]
For the latest tips you may follow the Facebook page that Tanya made for her Mom, here at Where is Mary Glen? You will also find a helpful post, by Mary Glen's other daughter, Kassi: Lessons this difficult experience has taught their family (a must read for anyone who knows someone with dementia or Alzheimer's).
Thank you so much for your help and prayers and positive thoughts for Mary Glen. And to Tanya's family: keep the faith!
More seeds of hope for the Glen family. Photo taken in Camaret-sur-Argens
A close-up of Mary Glen. Her family writes:
Mary is the most loving person you could ever meet. Really. She would give the shirt off her back to help you when you need it. She has the biggest heart you could ever imagine ...Please keep Mary Glen in your prayers and thank you all for your support.
If you have any tips please call the Phoenix Police Department Missing Persons Unit at (602) 534-2121 or email [email protected]
For the latest tips you may follow the Facebook page that Tanya made for her Mom, here at Where is Mary Glen?
"Avis de recherche", or Mary Glen's missing persons notice. Notice more helpful information, such as the fact that Mary wears glasses. Her age and height are noted here.
Help spread the word. All information or tips to:
- (602) 534-2121 or email
- [email protected]
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Hi Kristin, even though I live so far from Phoenix, I will send positive thoughts that Mary Glen is found safe and well soon.
My own mum recently passed away due to advanced Alzheimer's and although she never wandered, this was one of our many fears. It is a difficult and heartbreaking condition and I send all manner of love and support to Mary's family. Thank you for spreading the word.
warm wishes
Christine (from Australia)
Posted by: Christine Dashper | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 12:27 PM
I'm in the cool pines of Flagstaff currently, but have forwarded your post to my local email list.
Posted by: Herm in Phoenix, AZ | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 12:34 PM
Have posted to Facebook. I travel between Yuma, AZ and Phoenix every 3
or so and head to Cottonwood. I have friends in those 2 places as well as
the Phoenix area as well as Prescott, Prescott Valley, Payson, Tucson, Safford etc.
will contact everyone I can.
My mother wandered as well but only down the hall.
Posted by: Sh'reen Morrison | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 01:08 PM
Both of my parents have now died, well into their 90's..both with a bit of dementis..my stepmother put a stop to my father's walks years before..strange and frightening how we revert back to the children we once were.
Posted by: Catharine Ewart-Touzot | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 01:43 PM
For Tanya and family, hoping and praying for your dear Mother's safe return.
Posted by: Pat Cargill | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 02:03 PM
I send the missing person notice to my cousin in Phoenix. We both just returned from Chicago where we were helping her mom, also in early stages of dementia. I'm sending positive thoughts, too. Thanks for posting this, Kirsten.
Posted by: Chris | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 02:21 PM
I send the missing person notice to my cousin in Phoenix. We both just returned from Chicago where we were helping her mom, also in early stages of dementia. I'm sending positive thoughts, too. Thanks for posting this, Kirsten.
Posted by: Chris | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 02:21 PM
Please, Kristin - do post any updates about Mary Glen. We all hope very much for her safe return.
Posted by: Kelley Loftus | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 02:29 PM
My heart goes out to Tanya and her family. I hope that their mother is soon found and safely returned to her home. This "avis de recherche" is a wonderful aid for her recovery. Best wishes for all.
Posted by: Cynthia Lewis (Eastern Shore of Maryland) | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 02:43 PM
Lovely that you posted this. My heart aches for Mary Glen and her family. I have faced this illness fist-hand and know the perils. Though I don't live near Phoenix, I hope that getting the word out on FB and sites such as yours will bring her back safely.
God speed and thank you for your generous heart.
Posted by: Micki Simms | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 03:12 PM
I've posted Mary Glen's info on the Tucson LYFT drivers FB page. Eyes in Tucson will be on the lookout for Mary.
Posted by: Roseann | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 03:32 PM
I am from California (now living in NC) with lots of friends / family in AZ... I passed this on on my Facebook page and sending prayers for her immediate return to her family! Heartbreaking!
Posted by: E Ross | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 03:52 PM
Although I don't live there I will pray for her safe recovery.
Posted by: Sheila , Charlotte, North Carolina | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 04:00 PM
how kind you are to get the word out, and I pray for a safe return - I am remembering heart-stopping moments with my own wonderful mother years ago. I wanted to comment on your photo as well, Kristin. The drying sunflower with the heart (intentional? nature?) is captured very beautifully.
Posted by: Linda R. | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 04:12 PM
I just posted your link on my Facebook feed too. Good for you, Kristin, for being so compassionately proactive!
Posted by: Patricia Sands | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 04:41 PM
My thoughts & prayers are for Mary Glen's safe return. I had some of these experiences with my mom. It is so sad and scary.
Thanks Kristin for your kindness.
Be well!
Posted by: Faye Stampe, Gleneden Beach, OR | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 05:23 PM
Posted by: Trina, St. Petersburg, Florida, USA | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 05:30 PM
Sending up prayers that Mary Glen is safe and that someone she speaks to today realizes she needs help.
Posted by: Robin Allen | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 05:52 PM
God bless Mary Glen and family! God bless you Kristi!
Posted by: Stacy ~ Sweet Life Farm | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 06:02 PM
I just know she will be found safely...positive thoughts sent out West.
Posted by: Mary Keates | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 07:24 PM
Our dear Kristi,
We're sending prayers for Mary Glen and courage and strength to her family.
May God bless all of them.
You are a kind and caring friend,Kristi,and we are privileged to have you in our lives.
Love
Natalia XO
Posted by: Natalia | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 07:33 PM
Have posted the information to Facebook though my contacts tend to be local, since y'never know through whom or where a break may come.
Prayers abounding for Mary's safety, with thanks to her family for already sharing what they have learned thus far re protecting elder family members.
Posted by: Kitty Wilson-Pote | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 09:12 PM
I have talked to all in my area which is very close to where she went missing. I so hope they find her soon. The heartbreak the family must be feeling.
Posted by: Karen from Phoenix | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 10:12 PM
Kristi Darling,
I am so shocked to hear this news, even though I do not know Mary or her family I will hurry home now and start praying for her safe return. It is good that you can offer assistance and prayers at this time.I will post on FB....
Real life is tough...we must have faith.
xoxo
Mom
Posted by: Jules Greer | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 10:22 PM
I live in Tucson, AZ. I do lots of hiking in the mtns and deserts. Will be on the alert for Mary Glen. Have hope. Sending Light and Prayers really works. Bon courage!
Posted by: Jeannie | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 10:42 PM
I live in Tempe, just outside Phoenix. I have posted your link and Mary Glen's photo on my Facebook page. Praying they will find her.
Posted by: sarah auffret | Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 11:01 PM
I hope she's found!!!! Thanks for your blog!!!
Posted by: Kimberley | Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at 12:36 AM
Thank you, Mary, for such positive words. And thanks to all for sharing the info, no matter where you live.
Posted by: Kristin Espinasse | Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at 12:37 AM
Thank you so much just returned home to check the missing persons page for Mary. Still no news. Remember to pass along the information--even if you do not live in Phoenix. Someone you know may live there, or know someone who does, and be able to assist.I just received a note from a woman visiting France who lives just up the street from Mary Glen. It is a small world after all, and chances are someone will spot Mary. As the Phoenix missing person site says, many eyes are what we need to find these loved ones.
Posted by: Kristin Espinasse | Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at 01:14 AM
I live in Ga and posted. I know it is a long ways but I actually know someone in Phoenix. Your information regarding what to know and do before someone with Dementia/Alzheimers is important and good to know. I will be sharing with my mom as my grandmother is having such problems. Prayers for you & your family.
Posted by: Ginia | Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at 02:13 AM
I am praying that Mary will be found. My heart goes out to her, and her family. It's wonderful and compassionate that you are reaching out through your blog to get the word out.May they find her soon.
Posted by: MorningStar | Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at 04:33 AM
Hi Kristin,
I will say a prayer for Mary Glen and hope that she is found soon! How heartbreaking for her family.
Posted by: Eileen deCamp | Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at 03:24 PM
In the small world theme....I sent the info to my cousin in Phoenix, and she said:
"Not so unlikely. She is from our old neighborhood and the next-door neighbor to church members. We prayed for her in church last Sunday. I'll post it on our lunchroom bulletin board. You never know; it just might help."
Posted by: Chris | Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at 04:56 PM
My prayers are with Mary Glen and her distraught family. Sorry I don't know anyone in that part of the country but it's encouraging that some comments have come from the Southwest.
Posted by: Diane Young | Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at 06:35 PM
Hoping and praying for Mary Glen's safe return to her dear family.
Posted by: Robin Lewin | Thursday, July 31, 2014 at 06:07 AM
A very sad day for Tanya and her family. Thanks for your support and the kind words you sent Tanya and Kassi and their dear father during the search for Mary Glen. http://www.myfoxphoenix.com/story/26155921/2014/07/30/family-and-police-ask-for-help-in-locating-missing-woman
Posted by: Kristin Espinasse | Thursday, July 31, 2014 at 08:39 PM
Chris, it is heartening to read of this connection. Thank you for sharing. Once again, whoever may be reading, please share this missing persons report--no matter where you live. Someone knows someone who lives in Phoenix and may have seen Mary Glen.
Posted by: Kristin Espinasse | Thursday, July 31, 2014 at 11:43 PM