A Crossword to Celebrate the Life of Willie Mae Avery

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Across
  1. 6. The month when she made her grand entrance into the world.
  2. 7. The name of her only great-great-granddaughter who loves Anime, Ramen, and drawing.
  3. 8. A peaceful hobby where she nurtured life from the soil.
  4. 9. Her youngest sister, sharing a name with Superman’s love interest.
  5. 12. Her little white car was a classic on the road. (Hint: Abbreviation of the car company + the car's nickname)
  6. 13. Her brother, sharing a name with a big red dog.
  7. 14. The high school where she earned her diploma.
  8. 16. She and her daughter-in-law, Myrtis, shared a passion for collecting these souvenir utensils.
Down
  1. 1. Famous Baseball Player, #42, Jackie _______________; Also her maiden name.
  2. 2. She dedicated years of service as a nurse to this city's health department.
  3. 3. The most populous city in Georgia that hosted the 1996 Summer Olympic Games; Also the city where she attended college.
  4. 4. Her husband James’ well-known nickname.
  5. 5. Her oldest sister who made mouth-watering meals from scratch for her family, guests, and homeless people who visited the church.
  6. 6. Little Orphan _________; Also the name of her loving mother.
  7. 10. Her ranking was just behind the top spot in her graduating class.
  8. 11. Her best friend who loved dogs; a true sister in spirit.
  9. 15. The name of the AME chapel where she found faith and community.