November 4, 1997

Mr. and Mrs. Tony Martin

5 Bobwhite Trail

Cartersville , Georgia 30120

Dear Toni and Tony:

I just recently heard the sad and tragic news of Beth's untimely passing. I am shocked and stunned as I know you are.

I cannot really believe that Beth was 19. My only frame of reference is that I remember that she and my son Ben were the same age. I know I cannot fully share your sorrow and your grief, but please know that as parent to parent and friend to friend I can imagine how you must feel.

Please know that you have my heartfelt thoughts and prayers. At times like this we can only turn to God and trust in Him. Please express my deepest sympathies to Lane and Scott and Kelly and her husband.

With deepest sympathy, I remain

Yours very truly,

William L. Martin, III

WLM , III/ld