Our father was a gentle, loving and hardworking man, who devoted his life to God and his family. He asked for very little and gave a lot. He was born the only son and youngest of four children.
He loved to tell stories of his dad building props for Hollywood, and his days as a boy building wooden box cars for his soap box derbies. In his youth he enjoyed riding horses, and always had a love of animals.
He carried the influence of those happy times into the days of being a father. We loved him and will always love him. We will carry him in our own memories and in our heart forever. Dad, you were the best dad any person could be blessed to have. We are thankful for the time we had with you, and for the lessons you taught us that helped mold us into the people we are. You will be forever missed and leave a hole in many hearts around the world. Until we meet again, somewhere over the rainbow…
He is survived by his sister Gwen, and his 9 children: Debbie, Kathy, Craig, Robyn, Shannon, Sherri, Gretchen, Abra, and Cynthia Grace.