Dad we buried you today. I cant imagine you not being here. I am so happy that Kathy , Mom, and I could be there in the final moments of your life. Although it was very hard to see you suffer, I was proud to help with the simple things you were not able to do. I know you were a modest man and maintaining your dignity was very important to me. Your final moments were not a reflection of the man I knew. I was always impressed by your work ethic, how you were able to pace yourself and never tire. Your humble origins, hard work, dedication to God, family, friends and those around you was and is inspiring. I will not waste time talking about the rough patches we had in life. I will simply thank GOD that he let me see you for you, something I will always honor and cherish. You have laid the foundation for your Children and your Grandchildren and now it is our time to carry the torch. There will never be a day I don’t think about you. I will pray for you often please pray for us. I thank God for the affirmation that was given to us, the scent of flowers the day you passed on a cold , wet night outside the house and in the car with Amanda (with a tray full of coffee) when we both exclaimed DO YOU SMELL ROSES ? I can only hope to live up to a standard you so highly set, but Dad I will certainly try. Dad the void you left is impossible to fill, it hurts so much and I can only hope it will lessen over time. I know you were proud of your family but equally as important we were so very proud to call you Dad, Grandpa , Papa, Uncle, Brother and Husband. Sing with the Angels and rejoice in Heaven Dad you are Home!! Love your Son Vincent.