What Legacies & Memories’ Clients Say…

“It never occurred to me to have a biography written… I only wish my parents or grandparents would have considered doing the same – or, at least putting together some of the stories they knew from their past.

“It is not only my belief, but also that of my immediate family and close friends that the biography, Mary Jo… Tells It Like It Is, accurately chronicles my life. I found the style of writing to be one that holds the interest of the reader and I have, since its publication, received numerous favorable comments from those who have been given copies. I’m thrilled with the book – and so are my children.”
Mary Jo Stansfield

“I wish to express my gratitude for your ability to capture the real person in my mother’s book, Mary Jo… Her character shines through this book in an exceptionally accurate portrayal of her caring for people, the community, and her straight-forwardness in dealing with others… Each facet of her persona as a wife, mother, business owner and community leader was developed in your writing to show the balance to each of her responsibilities.

“My children and their children will have the knowledge and understanding of who Mary Jo and Charles Stansfield were in a firsthand account of their lives… This book will be treasured by her and all the family. Thank you for all your time and skill in bringing it together.”
Richard Stansfield

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“We are very pleased that we engaged Mr. Ed Wilks and Legacies & Memories to write our biography… He was always patient and understanding of our situation, as well as knowing how to put our story into words that are effective.

“The main reason I wanted the book written was because of Mike. I just felt like he deserved it. It was also done for our family, our children. Mike says that after coming to this country as a child from Hungary – and starting from scratch – he felt it was important to have that life history recorded.

“We highly recommend Mr. Ed Wilks and Legacies & Memories…”
Betty and Michael Steflik

“To have the life history of my parents is just very special and dear.”
Bette Steflik, quoted in a Flagler Outlook magazine story about Legacies & Memories.

“I wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed the book about my parents.”
Mechele Conklin

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“The books are GREAT! Thank you again for all of your expertise and hard work on making this a successful project. Thank you again. I put a little extra money in the last payment because you did such a wonderful job.”
E. Manheimer

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“I worked on it for about a year and a half, but all I had was about 25 or 30 pages… I’m 68. I figured if I didn’t get someone else to help me with the book, it might never get done.”
L. Gale Lemerand, quoted in a Daytona Beach News-Journal story on January 29, 2003 about his business biography written by E. L. (Ed) Wilks of Legacies & Memories. In addition to that book, Mr. Lemerand commissioned a book of quotes reflecting his experience and expertise in starting his business and later selling the company for more than $100 million.

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“(Dr. Bronson) has legions of admirers who marvel at his accomplishments and successes. And he is well-respected, loved and revered by many in academic and religious circles. But few people really know him and understand him. The biography provides insight into Dr. Bronson as a person and a leader. A reader will also get a better understanding of Dr. Bronson’s decision-making process and his struggles to balance his compassion and respect for each person with the tough decisions he had to make as a leader. Chief Servant includes 24 pages of photos, some from Dr. Bronson’s childhood and many more from his time at Bethune-Cookman College, first as a student and later as president.”
Excerpt from a Bethune-Cookman College News Release, posted on the college’s Web site October 6, 2004 regarding the announcement of the publication of the retiring president’s biography, Chief Servant, and a companion book of his quotes, Living a Life of Gratitude. Both books were commissioned by the college and written and published by Legacies & Memories.

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“(Ed Wilks) was very knowledgeable, he made a lot of good points and was very professional.”
Dr. Jim Rex, quoted in a Flagler Outlook magazine story in which he talked about working with Legacies & Memories to produce his life story.

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“My mom and dad loved the book. They couldn’t put it down. Some of the stories were touching, some were funny. They were stories we all knew, but by having them written in a book, we got a new perspective and we enjoyed them all over again.”
Liz Stevens

“When I read this account (Legacies & Memories) had written, it was if it was happening just yesterday instead of years and years ago. It was picturesque and vivid. And it was just great to re-live all those stories.”
Dr. Mary Elizabeth Stevens