Tribute

My dear father-in-law, Calvin, passed away November 29, 2008. He had suffered a stroke two days before Thanksgiving, and had come home early Saturday afternoon to spend his last hours in the place he had lived for over 50 years. He was a good, kind, gentle man, a bricklayer by trade, having put his handiwork into many, MANY buildings, homes, and churches in this valley. He loved his sweet wife, Janice, and couldn't wait to be with her again. He missed her so much. He and Janice raised four boys, and taught them to work hard and play even harder. They instilled a love of nature in their family, and spent many wonderful vacations at fishing holes, mountain campgrounds, spacious lakes, and blooming deserts. They loved to be with their friends, and had a schedule for dinners out, temple sessions, and game nights. (The day of the stroke, a dinner engagement had to be canceled.) They adored their grandchildren and great-grands. It was the highlight of their day to have a visit--watching the little ones play was more entertaining than any movie or television. We knew we were loved...and we hope they know now how much we will always love them.
I owe them both so much.
I will miss them.