Memories of Life in Downers Grove

Friends and Neighbors

Safe Havens

My memories of Downers Grove are filled with the good people my husband (Kenneth) and I were fortunate to know over 39 years. We came to Downers Grove with our three children not knowing anyone outside of our family. We bravely started our own flower shop (Heritage House) not knowing if we were going to make it or not. But little by little the dear smiling faces of encouragement lifted our spirits to go on. We purchased our home in 1968 and Downers Grove became our town. There were many ups and downs along the way, but the people gave us courage. Our church, Immanuel, was our safe haven and the Downers Grove National Bank stood behind us all the way. The friends we made over the years will always make me feel blessed! Thank you Downers Grove.

Jeanne Nelson