the story of her life. >> pamela had a spirit that was infectious. >> carol neve was pam's best friend. >> she was always happy. she had a personality that just sucked you in and kept you ere. >> reporter: carol met pam 22 ago.years >> we were neighbors, and we did become best friends to the tune of every day we talked. every single day. >> reporter: that was long before jim came into the picture, of course. >> good morning, baby desiree! first christmas! >> pam was a single mom. she and carol babysat for each others' kids, walked their babies together, went shopping, shared recipes, and hung out during the holidays. >> pamela was very much family to me. >> pam was the most caring, loving, giving person you would ever meet. life was about other people. >> tina holland is another friend.