Pop Pop,

Crazy how the time flew. I remember like it was yesterday. You were helping raise me while mom and dad were working all the time. You and Grammy were amazing people for taking us in and watching us as if we were your own. I never knew what it meant to lose someone until you both left me.

I remember you holding my hand jumping off the 1 inch ledge and acting as though it was a cliff. I remember how you were there everyday with Grammy for 5 years before she passed away from her heart attack. You were such an example.

I will regret everyday of my life for not getting to say goodbye to you. I worked so hard to get all my finals in on one day to drive all the way home. I can’t believe the good Lord took you from us as I turned in my last final, only to realize all that work was in vein.

If I could say one thing to you it would be, thank you! What an example you provided on the dedication a father and husband needs to show. A family man is what you were, and a God-fearing family man I want to be. I see the old pictures and I wish I could have seen you one final time.

I will let you know how the Phillys and Eagles do when I join you one day…(not that they will win anything anyway!)

Love you both and keep those dance moves rocking in heaven.

Your Grandson,

Andrew, age 21