Achievement Ladder Tribute to a Wonderful Dad

Nine years ago, my Dad passed away while suffering from a bowel obstruction and a heart attack. When he was discovered, he had apparently suffered a heart attack while trying to resolve his bowel obstruction. In his humor, he would say that "he went from one throne to another throne."

Yes, Dad you are missed, but you have left us with some wonderful memories. As we celebrate today the Feast of the Holy Family, my Dad was an exemplary model for our family. He lived the spirit of the Good News in his daily tasks of providing for our family and always being there when he was needed the most and when we thought we needed him the least. His mind was sharp until the end, and his sense of humor was second to none. His loving ways and gentleness and patience gave us an example to follow and to admire. He was committed to his marriage, to his family, and to his fatherly responsibilities. His spiritual life was solid as he truly WALKED HIS TALK!...His kindness and friendliness attracted the Nobodies who were ignored by many community leaders and pompous political figures. He respected all persons no matter what their age, race, color, creed, or nationality. He never owned an automobile. He never owned a home. He resisted the urge to put everything on credit and to be drowned in debt. He was a tremendous conversationalist and an empathetic listener. He learned by hands on and on the job. He would make great use of human resources without abusing their talents and taking advantage of their good will. He was a man for all reasons and a man for all seasons. He loved life, and now he enjoys eternal life with the Creator who he loved with all of his heart, mind, and soul. There are many characteristics and positive qualities that would best describe my Dad.
THANKS MOM AND DAD FOR THE GIFTS OF LIFE AND LOVE...IT IS GREAT TO BE ALIVE!. THANK YOU FOR TEACHING ME TO BE PATIENT AS I CONTINUE TO CLIMB THE LADDER OF ACHIEVEMENT FOR MYSELF AND IN YOUR ETERNAL MEMORY!...

As you enjoyed every Mummers Parade on New Year's Day in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, may you continue to do the Mummers' Strut in your Eternal Home with all of your eternal friends and acquaintances. Fralinger String Band is trying for its sixth year in a row as the NUMBER ONE STRING BAND ....May you and Paul put in a good word and give the inspiration to the perspiration that the Fralinger String Band needs to have another successful Mummers Parade.