We’ll raise a glass tonight at the SBL meeting.
Prayers went out for you and yours euge. Missed ya the last
few days…
Sorry about your dad euge, remember the good times.
Sorry for you, euge.
(My dad was also a WWII era over-achiever, died of lung cancer 22 years ago. I still wish I could ask for his advice sometimes. My wife and I are now fresh out of parents.)
Prayers and good thoughts your way. I know the type – my dad was a merchant marine in WWII. Sorry for your loss, may the memories stay bright!
Sorry to hear about your loss euge.
My deepest condolences to you, euge.
You have my most heartfelt sympathy. You’ll be in my thoughts.
Sorry to hear my brewing brother.
My most sincere condolences.
sounds like a great man. even better that you recognize the gift you had as a father.
my deepest sympathy
sorry for your loss euge 
Thanks again folks for your kind comments.
We buried him this morning before the heat became too oppressive. It was out in boonies at a family cemetery. We brought four shovels with us and filled in the grave ourselves. The pastor got a bit teary and choked up at this gesture and said he have never seen anyone do this before. We just couldn’t stand the thought of a back-hoe dumping dirt on him. Figured we’d do it instead.
Have a bunch of cousins around and their support has been invaluable and greatly appreciated.
Haven’t been able to properly toast him myself yet. Will do so at the first opportunity.
thanks for sharing that.
I admire and respect folks
who can use a shovel.
my condolences, and well wishes.