Tim and I are so sad to hear of Uncle Charlie's passing . . . what a wonderful, funny man who always had a great story to share. He will be dearly missed.
Pattie--My thoughts and prayers are with you this week. Take comfort in knowing you shared the best of your father's last days with him...as well as the past few years when your loving support enabled him to remain living at home. I remember your father as an optimistic, socially generous person who always knew how to make people feel comfortable. I'll bet he has resumed drinking tea with Rita ;)
Pattie - What I enjoyed most about your Dad was the warmth and constant twinkle in his eye...always leading to a punch line. From the stories you've told me, his passion and commitment to deeply held beliefs were also stand-out features of his nature. Both of these qualities are legacies that live in the twinkle and passion of his beautiful daughter. With much love to you and your family - San and Dan