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Our thanks to all who have penned these words of comfort:

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss of Brian. ... I have good memories of Brian. I worked at Bell-Northern Research beginning in 1975 and began a phase of my career in public relations while he was at NT. I remember many meetings with him and especially my only invitation to lunch at the Rideau Club... He was a good teacher to a young PR manager.

- Jan

Very sorry to hear of your loss James. ... I was very interested to read of you father's accomplishments during his life. You must be very proud of all he has done. Both Annemarie and I feel your great sense of loss.

- John

Shari and I were saddened by the news of your father's death .... While my parents are both living, the death of Shari's dad two years ago has given me some idea of the depth and power of the emotions released when a family loses a member, a wife her partner and the children their father. I think it is fair to say that it has been our experience that these emotions and the transformation that they create in the lives of those who grieve are as unpredictable and unsettling as they are profound and enduring. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Love...

-Karl and Shari

Sorry to hear about your dad.... Unfortunately we're at that age when our parents pass away. But they have lived very full lives and we should be happy for them. I'll look for the wake in the paper, and hope to see you.

- Brendan

I am so very sorry to hear about your Dad's death. Thank you so much for including me in your thoughts. It means more than you will ever know. How fortunate you are to have such wonderful memories of this admirable and loving human being. How fortunate you are to just know him. How fortunate you are to have him for your father.... You just know how much he was loved. Please give my condolences to your family. No words can bring him back, but . . . whenever your think of him or something reminds you of him, a smile will be in your heart.

- Moira

I am so sorry to hear about your dad. Gosh, the passing of time is hard when it hits so directly. My father died in 1966 when I was 13. You had a good number of years with the old guy, and so many memories. My thoughts are with you.

- Libby

We're sorry to hear about your dad James. ... I remember when my mother died a couple of years ago. You know it will happen but it still leaves a hole in you. I dread the day my father goes cause it will remind me that in the end it is just us and our God that have to face each other. Sorry to ramble but these times make me do that type of thing. You take care of yourself and your family James. Life is a precious thing. Thinking of you ...

- Don, Donna & Amy

Very sorry to hear about your father. I'm sure your memories of him will sustain you as you move forward. I lost my dad last year and know how much it means. Please call anytime.

- Norm

Thank you for including me in the news about your wonderful dad...it was a great privilege to read about him. ... Please accept my sympathy and hope that his influence will continue to strengthen you during this difficult time. In the risen Christ,

- Kelly

I read your profile of your father. Sounds like an amazing man. I'm truly saddened for your loss and am glad you had him for as long as he could stick around.

- Sugith

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. ... When my own father died at 81 but still in his prime, I took comfort from the idea that we had made the most of our relationship. May happy memories and your faith sustain you.

- Jane

Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your Father. What an amazing man he was. We had no idea. .... Thank you for sending us that moving memorial. May your Father rest in peace and be watching over you and your family always.

- Gail and Claire

Allow me to extend my deepest condolences in your loss of your father. Loosing a parent, I know from personal experience, is one of the heavy losses. May you find God's presence with you as you journey through the time of grief.

- Krister

... I am so sorry for your family. Your dad will always be remembered as a very loving and wonderful man. He will be sadly missed by all who know him.

- Betty

We are saddened to hear the news about your father passing. It is always inspiring to hear of people who live life to the fullest and make things happen, the world can never have enough of them. .... Please pass along our condolences to the rest of your family. Our thoughts are with you and them.

- Stewart & Debbie

... please know that we send our deepest sympathies. as someone who has seen a number of friends have to deal with this disease, i long ago came to the conclusion that quick is better than slow for a host of reasons all of which you'd probably agree with, most of which fall under the quality of life banner. in nearly all cases of protracted illness the damage to all concerned is inestimable. ...events like this are so basic and call to mind the fragility and mortality we all dance with every day...

- eugene

I thank you for the news as you've continued in my thoughts and prayers. Now that your dad is at peace, I trust that you will find strength and comfort in the promises of our Lord.

- John

I 'm so sorry that your father has passed away. I send our love to you and your family and hope that in your sorrow you will find the peace that your father fought for and won.

- Gay

I am truly sorry to hear that. I know he was an important part of your life and that of many others. His influence will be his legacy.

- John

Thank you for your kind card a couple of weeks ago, passing on Brian's appreciation. Compared to most in the family history sector, my working with him was relatively short, just three years. He was a true inspiration in these times, especially in getting Anglo-Celtic Roots up and running. He always kept us on our toes! We remember you and the family in our prayers, and trust that you will sense the Lord's nearness in these difficult times.

- John

Sorry to hear about the passing of your father. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy,

- Mary

He was indeed a light for many of us. ... I knew that he'd often sponsored students to attend our key functions (season opener or the AGM). He seemed in fine shape when we spoke at the Christmas gathering only a few months ago. Having journeyed through the deaths of my own parents, a sibling and a spinster aunt, please accept my sincere sympathy and empathy for your loss. I fully understand the 5 a.m. email. Time to cleanse, time to do your best to leave no stone unturned in your final (?) tribute to your father. Please remember to also take the time to tend to your needs and those you hold most dearly.

- Cindy

I lost my own father a few years ago .... Suffice to say, I envy the time you have had with your parent; to bond together, as one of his sons and (presumably) as a friend. You have been doubly blessed! ... Your father achieved several lifetimes' worth of activity, in an amount of time, most men have lived through a single, "normal" life. He was incredibly productive and a shining example of the best that humanity has to offer. My thoughts are indeed with you, during your time of loss! As fellow Canadians and beneficiaries of your father's efforts , we are ALL diminished, by his absence!

- Arthur

I am deeply saddened at your loss. ... I never met him, and you made me wish that I had. There are times when it is nice to be able to write, for I have tears filling my eyes. Jim, and all of the family, please take with you my deepest sympathies at your loss. Thank you for calling me a friend of Brian O'Regan. Today, the angels are smiling. They'll get better PR.

- Gord

I'll remember him before God. ... If at all possible, I'll celebrate his life with you.

- John

I'm so sorry to learn that your father has died; it is such a terrible shock.

- Vicky

Dear Brian: I just heard of your passing and I wish you well on your journey. Before that begins, I would also like to talk to you a little, about James. I met him quite a few years ago and we have stayed in touch since then. He has always shown a lust for life, a gift of love and an appreciation for his fellow man. I know he loves you and his family dearly. How did he come by this? Some say it's generic, the cynical people will say it's just dumb luck, but I believe it was how James himself was raised, nurtured and loved as only a father can love a son. You may continue on you journey now, knowing that part of you is still here and being kept alive past through his family. God bless you Brian and God speed.

- John

I'm really sorry to hear about your dad. ... I remember him as a gentle gentleman who was patiently amused by his son's huge-spirited shenanigans.

- mike

The members of the British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa are saddened by the swift death of your father. As our founding President, Brian was an inspiration to us all and a generous colleague. We will miss his knowledge and his enthusiasm. The Spring issue of Anglo-Celtic roots is almost ready to go to the printer and I would like your permission to use the text of your web page in this issue. If possible, I would also like to borrow the photo of your parents as used on the web page. It is a good likeness of the Brian we knew and admired

- Jim

Our love and our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

- Stu, Jan, Jack and Ted

Libo and I are so sorry to hear that your dad has passed on. We grieve with you. We really appreciated your memorial to remind us what a wonderful man he was. Your parents always made feel extremely welcome whenever I called or dropped by. There was always such warmth in their home. I had the feeling of being accepted as I was. I never felt judged. It seemed that being your friend made me their friend. I pray for Phil, Jean and for you and for Judy, Brigit and Madalen. Mostly, I share your faith and your prayer: May he be this day in paradise.

- Brian

We were very sorry to hear of your father's death this morning. Please accept our sympathies and know that our thoughts are with you. Although you will always miss him, you can rest easy in the certain knowledge that an old gunner who could head up P.R. for the artillery will have no trouble blasting his way into heaven.

- Nick and Rita

I'm so very sorry to hear of your father's passing. ... as children, what greater honour can we bestow on our parents but to absorb and reflect their best characteristics, and pass them along to our children. And what a wonderful life he led! Having lost both of my parents, I know exactly the space that you are in right now. My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family.

- Nancy

I have kept you and your dad in my prayers since I was advised of his illness, and as Christians of course we share the hope to meet again one day. At that time I want you to introduce me to a person who sounds like he was a wonderful man.

- Dave and Lesley

PZ and I were saddened to learn of the loss of your father and friend. When it comes down to it, the best any of us can hope for when our lives are reviewed is for the notice to read: You had a friend, you were a friend, and ya done good. Your dad done good. Our thoughts are with you and your family

- Yank and PZ

We were saddened to be informed of the passing of your Dad.From one who only a few short years ago lost the most important person in my life and the best friend I have ever known,my grand mother,I can feel what you are going through.We would like to express our sympathy at this time to you and your family.God Bless

- Rodger,Carolyn,Alex,and Amber

This is very saddening news. My heart-felt condolences to all of you, your mother and your brother. And thank you for sharing the thumbnail story of Brian's adventures - and especially the photograph and keen images the
words conjure! We have been fortunate to have met him.

- Julia

My thoughts are with you and your family. May your memories be sweet and help you through this difficult time.

- michele

We were so sorry to hear about your Dad , James.   ... I can only think of how in so many ways he accomplished what we all hope to. He made a difference. ... Our love and our prayers are with you.

- Cheryl and Malcolm

This is a time to be with those people closest to your heart and soul in life; be they family and/or friends, it is important to celebrate in true Irish fashion. I will offer my respects to you and yours and toast our dearly departed with a good stiff drink tonight. I called Larry this evening to offer my condolences for the loss of his little brother. Brian O`Regan is not a name dad was eager to have added to the Honour Role ahead of his own - I am sure!   I am sincerely saddened by my sympathy for your loss. It has been some 21 years since I lost someone so close and found it surprisingly easy to cope only because I practised what I now preach in my opening sentence. We all make a difference in this world and Brian O`Regan was no exception to this.

- Kenny

My sincere sympathy for the loss you are now feeling; and my best of thoughts for the lovely memories you have of your dad. My name is Eileen Mary O'Regan Wheeler and my sister Moira e-mailed all of her siblings your beautiful writings of your dad. I can identify so closely with the void you are feeling. When I lost my dad, Patrick O'Regan in 1992 at age 72, I lost my best friend and confidante. I took pleasure in his stories and his Irish wit and grand advice (but only when asked). He was the man I would always respect and I have realized since I lost him, that I lost a piece of history as have my three sons. They loved him dearly and also miss him. I can only hope that you write continuously about your dad; that is the only thing that has kept me from missing him. Each of my 5 brothers and sisters miss him in their own way; Mine has been to keep his memory going. The most recent contact we had recently was when my mom, Theresa, barely survived a serious car accident in October. In ICU, I believe she visited my dad, but he was not ready to have his children be w/out any parent. He let us keep her and I love him for that. May the Lord hold you in the hollow of his hand, James. Keep his memories alive.

- Eileen

We were so sorry to hear of your father's death. It was such a short time ago that you came by and told us of his illness. Thank you for the ... tribute... It makes us feel we know a little better a man whom we met only a few times, and wish we had known more. Please pass along our deepest sympathy to your mother and brother. With love

- Doug and Vange

My love and condolences to you, Jean, Phil, and the family. Your dad would be pleased with the website that you created in him honour. He also is very missed. If there is anything that I can do, let me know. See you Saturday evening.

- Cathy

I was sorry to hear of Brian's death this morning. I had the opportunity to work with Brian in his Irish genealogy interest: we wrote an article together, and when I visited Ottawa last May he took a colleague and I to lunch with him at the press club. He was a very helpful, hospitable, efficient and knowledgeable colleague whom I admired. From what I have read on your web site, my own initial reaction - that his was a life very well lived - was confirmed. I publish "The Irish At Home and Abroad" genealogy journal, and I will be including a memorial for Brian in the March issue. You and Brian are in my thoughts and prayers.

- Kyle

I've just heard the news of your father's passing away. I read your articles about Brian on the internet; he was an extremely accomplished and distinguished man. He is someone I wish I could have known better. Please give my family's and my sympathies to your family, our thoughts are with you.

- Roydon

We were really sorry to hear about Brian's passing. It seems like just last week since you told us that he was sick. Too fast! We will always remember Brian's great laugh and sense of amazement at everything he saw. We remember when he and Jean came to Dartmouth many year ago with Aunt Bird and Steve got an old map of the Parrsboro area and they both perused it with great delight. Another thing we will always be grateful for was the great O'Regan's reunion of June 1991 in Ottawa. It was so well organized and we met so many people of the O'Regan clan for the first time. That was the weekend that Brigit was born. Brian announced with such pride that he had a new grand-dauther. Jean and Brian always seemed to be such a wonderful loving couple. Jean will miss him so much. We will not be able to go to Ottawa to participate with you in the funeral service but we will definitely be there with you all in thought and prayer.   Please pass on our deepest sympathy to Jean and the rest of your family.

- Suzanne and Stephen

Please take care of your mother,and tell her we may see her this Aug.

- Dan and Sis

You and your family have our sympathy on this sad occasion. Your father will be very much missed by the community, especially by us in the historical and genealogical sectors.

- John

I was so sorry to hear about your dad passing. Having been there ("Floss", my mom, passed away in '88 ) I know you are feeling a big hole right now.... here's hoping that time will ease the ache you are probably feeling. Thinking of you and your family. Love,

- Jules and Maria

I remembered your father in this mornings Mass. I lost my own father, nine years ago last August. I am very painfully aware of what this loss means but we know that one day we will rejoin them when we too quit this mortal frame. May God's blessing be with you and your family at this time. Servus Dei,

- +Donald

I read through all the messages you forwarded last night, and was deeply moved.... Karl and I were privileged to be included as "Frie nds of Brian O'Regan." We wish we could have known him in life; he was obviously a remarkable man. Karl mentioned to you that I, too, lost a father within the past two years. I'd like to add to his comments by telling you how much comfort you will receive from your efforts to share your memories of your father with so many people. At my father's funeral, many of us remem bered him in our own words. I made booklets of all these words, so people who were unable to attend could read what was said. I cannot tell you how glad I am that I did. In the coming months (and possibly years), you'll meet the many faces of grief. They'll present themselves to you at all hours of the day and night - usually most unexpectedly. I know as a writer of ten you will return, as I do, to words for comfort and for counsel. May you be blessed by the words you have created and inspired. I'm sorry Karl and I won't be able to attend Brian's wake and funeral. Like words, gatherings bring much comfort, especially where the life being celebrated inspires laughter as well as tears. There was much laughter at the celebration of my father's life. I'm sure there will be at the celebration of your father's, as well. We'll be thinking of you. Love,

- Shari and Karl

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this moment. From what you told me about him and the few times I met him, he seemed like a very good man, one who loved his family very much. Take care.

- Paul

James I am truly saddened by your loss. Just by the choice of words you used in the eulogy I could get a sense of pride and the passion you have for this wonderful man. Some months back we (my family) went trough some trying and scary medical problems with my father. He has recovered, beating the odds. It has made the time I spend with him so much more special and priceless. I hope that when its my turn to walk in the same shoes you are now, I will be able to show and feel the same pride and love you are living. Our payers are with your family.

- Dan, Pierrette, Sylvie & Rachelle

In times like these, words seem so inadequate. Myra and I would simply like to send along our heartfelt condolences to you and your family at this time, and to let you know that we're thinking of you.

- Steve

Sad to hear about your Dad death. The memories of him will be with you always. Listen to music t hat will soothe your soul. Look for beautiful things and let the tears flow.

- Diane, Guy, Benoit and Sophie

Sincere sympathy on the death of your father. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during the days to come. With love,

- Elaine and Steve

Thanks for the news of your father's death. ( I have been away for a few days, term break, so I am just getting the message today, Saturday 27th.) ... Please be assured of my prayers. I hope you have the comfort of your family and friends. I will mention your father at Mass tomorrow at the Loyola Chapel here in Montreal.

- Dave

We've known each other for many years... and nothing I can say can ease the loss... From the time you first gave me Tot's life story in script form, I have known you are the family historian. God bless you. The script is yet to be made, but it's time will come!... Your father was a time - keeper... he instilled in you the urge to keep the family history alive... Not only do people in your immediate family, know your history, but those of use on the outside, who admire you and your family for their strength, know a little about your history, but are facinated by it. Someday we will make the movie, to record the accomplisments of Tot, Brian and James... Our family is with you. All our love...

- Vickey, Neil, Noel & Aisha

We are truly sorry to hear of your father's passing and are saddened by the fact we never got to know such a great man. It looks as though he had accomplished and done many things in his lifetime and had lived a very full life. He must have had many interesting storied from his motorcycling years! Betty-Anne and Larry Bodendorf will be attending the funeral and we regret we will not be able to attend. Best wishes to you and all the family. Our condolances;

- Ken and Tanya

... you and all your family are very much in our prayers (the children's too). You are very much with us during this time. We will remember Brian at mass today. Peace be with you and yours.

-Brian

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences. I read your memories of your father. He was a great man. Among his legacies, it is apparent, are loving and generous children. I'm sure your lives are the richer for his memory. I hope the years to come will be full and complete and fulfilling for you and your family. I send much love and wish you health. I hope to see you soon, in person. Your friend,

- Jack

We were very sorry to hear of your loss. ... We never knew your father, but he sounds like quite a man. James knows better than I what you are feeling, he lost his father thirteen years ago. Although we all miss him still, somehow, one really does know that he is with us still, watching and guiding. I hope that your pain in grieving will be brief and your sense of reunion will be soon. Have courage,

- Nicolle and James

I wanted you to know that I am very saddened at the news that your dad has passed away. I only knew him a short while but I hold very fond memories of those moments. He was a man with much energy and his joy for life was certainly catching. I remember his smile and his laugh...and his stories. He was a wonderful person. I've informed my father of this sad news as they had worked together many years ago. Although it was a long time ago, my father remembers well your dad's kindness and high spirit. My love is with you, your mom, your brother, and the rest of the family, in these sad times.

-Jacinthe

We very much took pleasure in James’s reminiscences of Brian’s exploits on the continent and his work with the government and Northern Telecom. James could, of course, have gone on for several more pages on his remarkably diverse careers: whatever Brian set his hand to, he worked at it diligently and conscientiously for the benefit of others.

Brian was one of the most persistent persons we have ever met (as Jean well knows in the recounting of his courtship with you in England), but he was never resentful if one of his many proposals were turned down by his colleagues. He would urge and push and argue strenuously for particular projects, but he would not pursue anything to the point of coercion. And he would not sulk if he could not get his way.

We first met Brian in the early 1980s at the initial meeting of the Irish Group of the Ottawa Branch. He expressed considerable pleasure in finding valuable information on an aunt who had ived in Edmonton.

During the years 1989-91, I (Alan) preceded Brian as the chair of the Ottawa Branch, while he admirably fulfilled the duties of vice-chair. At that time the territory of the Branch extended from Rockland in the east to beyond Deep River in the west. At one of the executive meetings I suggested that we help the genealogists in Renfrew County to form their own branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society. That was all Brian needed: within a few weeks he had a group organized in the Pembroke area to plan a family history seminar. With that group he helped arrange for speakers and a meeting place and a schedule, and ultimately pulled off a most successful meeting. A very active organization now serves Renfrew and Pontiac counties, has a strong membership, and has a regular newsletter. The fact that the group did not become a branch of the OGS was among many reasons that Brian and several others, including myself, decided to organize the British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa, and, of course, he was its natural founding president (and I was its natural executive secretary).

I was the one who arranged to get Brian to appear on the CBC Ontario Today program - with considerable ease and aplomb he answered a wide variety of queries; and as you well know, divulged his e-mail address. As a result of the call-in show last spring he received 75 queries, and some 15 remained unanswered. At the last meeting of BIFHSGO that we both attended, I said that I would be approaching Dave Stephens to do another hour this coming spring, but Brian asked me to await another year. Without any doubt, there was no other individual in Canada who knew more about Canada’s family history resources and Irish resources relative to Canada - his ‘head’ will be hard to replace.

We picture Brian having arrived in purgatory to find all of his immediate family still there, entertaining the many Irish still awaiting the expiation of their sins. He will, of course, immediately set out to organize the purification of their souls, and arrange with St. Peter to permit the multitude to enter the Kingdom of Heaven to join the saved, including the Higginsons. He will be busy, but nothing ever phased Brian.

Although we cannot be at the Mass of Christian Burial in person, we will surely be there in spirit. May God continue to bless our dear friend.

- Alan and Mary

I just wanted to send you a note to let you know the sorrow I feel for you and your family. I read the tribute to him ... It brought tears to my eyes. My Mom (who died when I was 8 from a stroke, she was 41), told me God takes the good people first . It has come to me over the years that she was right. I believe God is still doing this and needed Brian for something special. May he rest in peace. I will say a prayer for you and your family.

- Cindy

I was very moved by the tribute your son wrote for his father, and felt like a friend had passed when I was through reading it. It is rare to have such an intimate view of a stranger's life. You can all be proud of the legacy he has left for all of you. I would hope that my daughters will be able to have that much pride in my accomplishments when it is my turn to be in paradise. My thoughts and prayers are with you a lot today and hope you have found some solace in his passing. Remember, God never gives us more to deal with than we are able to and he is there when we feel we can't take anymore. Love to you all...

- Karon

I was sorry to hear about the death of your father - a man who was a legend - not just at Nortel where I first heard of him but on Parliament Hill where Laura knew him. I was most sorry that I missed the funeral, but .... Laura said it was a lovely service and very moving. ... All the best and let's get together to toast his memory.

- Barry

Passing of an era

The Board of CPRS Ottawa regrets to inform its members that past president and longtime supporter of our student ranks, Brian O'Regan APR passed away peacefully on February 25, 1999. In respect of family priorities, a proper tribute to Brian will appear in a future issue of VOX. In the mean time, a family tribute to Brian is at this web address http://www.synapse.net/~oregan/brian/ [Note: changed to www.jamesoregan.com/Brian]. Our sincere condolences are extended to his wife Jean and sons Philip and James.

- Vox...the CPRS Ottawa faxletter March 10, 1999

Our founding president, Brian O'Regan died of cancer february 25, 199, a few weeks after attending our January meeting. On behalf of the members of the British Isles Family History Society, I extend condolences to Jean O'Regan and his sons Philip and James. Brian was a warm, generous person, who gave unselfishly of his time, money and knowledge. His sudden passing is a tremendous loss to this soceity, and to all who knew him. Brian O'Regan was not only our founding President, he was also the first editor of Anglo-Celtic Roots. The high standard he set for this publication is part of a legacy that will continue to serve our members for years to come. Even in ... his last days, Brian was discussing how his research could be used for the benefit of the society and others who are interested in genealogy. ... His friends and associates in genealogy and family history will have more to say in the Summer issue."

- Jim Shearon

I was so sorry to learn of Brian's passing. We had worked closely with him on various genealogical projects. He came to our Annual Seminar 2-3 years ago to see how we did it and then patterned the Ontario Seminar after ours. He also helped us out at our booth last August in Cincy. Ir know he will be sorely missed by many!

- Dorothy Losee for British Isles Family History Society - BIFHS-USA

Dorothy Losee told me that Brian had unsubscribed to our mailing list and it came as quite a shock. I just could not understand it; he would never have done that. Then Dorothy forwarded your message about your father's death. I was even more shocked and sickened. Although I didn't get to see your father much, we corresponded by e-mail and I saw him every chance I could. I asked him if he would like to be a speaker at one of the upcoming BIFHS-USA seminars. He worked at the BIFHS-USA booth last year at Cincinnati and we had a great time together. I sat with him at all of the FGS luncheons and when I was leading the BIFHS-USA luncheon I had your father at the head table seated by me. He was a wonderful man and I will miss him very much. Thank you for letting us know. My thoughts, prayers, and best wishes are with you and your family.

- Linda Jonas, President, British Isles Family History Society - U.S.A.

... He was a great guy and will be sorely missed. I would get to see your dad at one of the national conferences here in the States each year and would always sit down and talk with him. M y sympathy is with you and the rest of the family.

- Paul Milner, President British Interest Group of Wisconsin and Illinois (BIGWILL)

I was saddened to hear of Brian's passing, I have some good memories of my visits with your mom and dad. I'm sure Jean must find the loss extremely difficult after all those years together, although Mom indicates she seems to be holding up quite well. I read a copy of the eulogy ... I even learned a few things about my uncle that I never knew before! I hope you and Phil and your families are doing well under the circumstances, I know from experience that loosing a parent can be a sad and emotional experience, even for old kids like us. Please accept my most sincere condolences and best wishes.

- Dave

I would like to add that we are very sorry to hear about the death of your Father. It was quite a shock and most unexpected. I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to all member of the family.

- Ken