| My Dad, who was
actually my step father, was as much a father to us as if he were our
own. He took on the responsibility of a ready made family when I was
10 years old. He was such a hard worker, and we always had everything
we ever needed, and many times, things we didn't need because he would
sacrifice so we could have things better than he had when he was growing
up in a poor family. He was smart with good common sense, and worked
up to a high supervisory position with the copper mining company that
he worked for. He was also a legendary mechanic. He built a car when
he was 14 and I think he could fix anything that had an engine in it. |
One more thing that
makes my Dad a hero is the fact that he took on the job of raising children
who were not his own and treated us as if we were! |
He never met
a stranger and everyone who knew him loved him. He had the most robust
and hearty laugh you'd ever heard, but he was strict, and you didn't
want to get on his bad side! He was the kind of guy who would never
leave anyone stranded without offering his help, and he went out of
his way to help when he could. He was comical and had a great sense
of humor. He adored his grandchildren and they adored him! He left a
legacy of love and respect that will follow his memory for all time
in our hearts. He and my Mom had been married for many years when he
died and I know she misses him terribly as we all do. But he still lives
in our hearts and memories. We love you Dad! |
