It is very rare I drive my husband's vehicle and same with him in mine. It would be very coincidental that I would go missing and my husband's prints would be found on top (left most recently).
Not that I'm worried about going missing or my husband, in general. . .
My husband and I alternate vehicles each week as he drives 30-40 minutes to work and I stay at home. This extends the life of his lease. Anyhow.
Domestic violence does usually follow a pattern as listed. However, when the abuser has other identifiable emotional/ social/ personality issues the stages can vary. There may never be a "honeymoon" period, just consistent abuse and humiliation. This may be emotional, social and sexual abuse.
Today is a sunny day in Upstate NY, if there is a good day to have a memorial and committal, it would be today: Clear, sunny, cool but bright. For those who say goodbye today, find some peace in the freedom from harm Jennifer now enjoys in the arms of a loving father.