Saturday, July 27, 2013
I know Charles from a church association. He was on our board when his wife, Mary, passed. In my position as Secretary I sent Charles a heartfelt condolence. Life was difficult for him for awhile, but we would communicate infrequently by phone because I wanted to see how he was doing and to share any helpful words I could. After a bit, this type of sharing of moral and spiritual support became something that helped us both, and we had many deep conversations about life and God, our love of animals, and even the government! Charles and I were spiritual friends who really understood each other. I have a deep respect for Charles' intelligence, his ideas, and his love for life and caring about others. And as most know, he loved his ducks — and his cat, Binky. I know that his family and friends will miss him a lot, and I'm sure that Binky will, too. I just lost my dad, but his beloved dog, Kate, found a new happy home not soon after. So I pray the same for Charles' beloved Binky, who spent most of his life the last months in Charles' lap. Mostly, I pray that Charles' family, Cindy and her husband Dick, and Neale, and other members will be comforted by the fact that Charles lived a long, happy life, and was mentally alert — even driving, a few days before he passed. What an addition to your memories and the legacy of a fine, fine man.
