This is one of my favorite episodes It focuses on Jennifer but it showcases the entire cast as they each react differently to the death of her beloved "Colonel", (a much older man that she has been dating). Most everyone has something to say, without knowing what to say, and its all awkward as they reach for just the right condolences. Everyone but Herb that is. For better or worse, Herb says exactly whats on his mind and this ends up calming Jennifer who realizes there is something to be said for not being politically correct all the time. The highlight of this episode for me is the reading of the will which the Colonel did himself on video. Guest star Pat O'Brien is hilarious as he runs through each of his greedy and spoiled relatives while lovingly recognizing his "good soldier" Jennifer. The family sees Jennifer as a gold digger since she was named executrix of the will, therefore there is much resentment and gossip surrounding the "mystery lady". Their are many good lines throughout this episode such as when Mr. Carlson escorts Jennifer to the funeral ("Hey look! She's with another old coot!"). Or when Les and Herb banter back and forth about the meaning of "executrix". In the end however, it is LonI Anderson's spot on performance as Jennifer that holds the show together. One minute sad, one minute uncertain, but through it all its her intelligence and wit that stand out. Don't miss it.
Review of Jennifer and the Will
