Mother of missing teen seeks closure Shelly O'Grady remains focused on finding Jessica By Joe Evans Jun 22, 2006 Jun 22, 2006 0 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save       MEAD - Photos of Jessica O'Grady sit on a counter in Shelly O'Grady's kitchen. They have become reminders to her of her daughter's smile.kAmk^Am kAm      p J6==@H C:33@? 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