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A loving father. A devoted husband. A faithful friend. You were all of these things, and much more. A professional, a Navy veteran, a successful businessman. You achieved success in everything that you did, and that included raising your children. You taught us responsibility, helped us to grow into the good people we are today. You showed us tough love when we needed it, but there was always love involved. When we made things difficult for you, you were as patient as you could possibly be, and helped us to realize how to make things better. You devoted 30 years of your life to your wife, your best friend in the world. You built two houses together, with sweat and blood and love, and made them more than just houses...you made each one our home. You worked as one to keep this family together, to move us forward, to grow, to laugh, to dream, to experience life. You were more than just husband and wife, more than just parents. Together, you were your children's inspiration, and we thank you. We will miss your laugh, your smile, that glint in your eye when you would sing those 50's songs you loved so much. We will miss seeing you walk through the door in your business suit, and the pleasant "Hello!" you always offered. We will miss hearing you snore on the couch during your favorite weekend naps. We will miss your curly hair, your scruffy beard that always scratched when you hugged us. We will miss the good and the bad, the ups and the downs. We will miss you. And we will see you again. We are your family. Your son. Your daughter. Your wife. Your friends. And we love you with all of our hearts.
It's been too long, but seems like just yesterday. I miss you, but I will never forget you, Dad. |
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