Our Father was a loving, humble man who stood firmly on a rock of Godly principles passed down from generations. Love, respect, honesty, honor, compassion to name a few. He taught us work ethic, and humility and motivated us to pursue. Along with Mother they provided structure and a place called home, we are forever grateful.
He was a loving Husband to his wife Beatrice of 62 years, loving Father to Suzy, David, and Larry and Father-in-law to Roxanne and Susan. He was a loving Brother and shared a very special relationship with his Sisters both Gloria & Linda. He was a loving and respectful Son to Fred & Esther and loving Uncle.
While perched in his sunny Florida (as we were often reminded during the winter months), his Grandchildren Matthew, Brittany, Harley, Evan, Tyler, Alex & Ryan, shined more brightly in his heart than the radiant Florida Sun and clear blue sky he so often reminded us of. His Grandkids brought such joy and fulfillment to his life.
The word Family was the essence of his existence. He adored ALL his family however close or distant, near or far, here or gone, family was everything to him. His friendships were so important to both Him and Mom and they shared strong bonds placing great importance on those relationships.
While he struggled with depression, anxiety, and dementia, our father was strong and battled bravely.
Dad sometimes shared that he wished for more success in his life. In our eyes there is no greater success than teaching the values of family, friendship, and zeal for life.
Dad, we will never forget your:
• Words of wisdom and life’s lessons.
• Great big warm smile and loving bear hugs, (neck nestling too).
• Love for music with a voice that could bring down the walls of Jericho.
• Your love for animals and the uncanny likeness to your bird calls. (our Dr. Doolittle spoke with the animals frequently).
• Weather updates and joyful description of the Florida sky on every call.
• We will miss your back to back phone messages so long the answering machine would cut off.
• Most of all, we will miss the love, bond, and strength you provided this family and lives in all of us thanks to your loving leadership.
You will remain in our hearts always & forever!
We Love You!
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