Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Mike - In the almost 50 years that I've known you, your Dad has always been a wonderful strong figure in your family and circle of friends. I remember him picking us up from high school dances or transporting us around before either one of us could drive. I think I ate over at your house so very much in those years that I remember him saying he wasn't sure if I were part of the family or not! He was always the voice of logic and calm. I remember celebrating so many of the family milestones with him and your Mom - Weddings, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Baptisms, First Communions - as well as so many of the holidays. I have only great memories of him and the legacy of strength and calmness that he leaves to his family. Please know that you and your whole family will be in my prayers this week. I feel awful that I cannot be with you for the wake and funeral. It's Lent and I'm 90 miles away from the nearest Catholic parish in Nevada, and there's no one who could fill in for me here on this Thursday and Friday. But I will be with you all in spirit. Please share my thoughts with the rest of the family, particularly your Mom. Charlie
