Chris... I don't know you personally and didn't know your dad... but I do know the sorrow involved when you lose a parent. Sadly, I've lost both my father and mother...
and I know first hand there are no words that can change it or make it any easier for you and your family during this time of much grief and mourning.
Please accept my condolences from across the many miles and try to find some comfort in knowing that we are all praying for the peace and understanding that will only
come to you and your family over time. I can tell you, as others have, that the memories and the love that you all have and will always have for your dad; your kids for
their grandpa... will always warm all of you much like the sun warms you on a cold day on the lake.
Find comfort that your dad has left a great legacy behind him here on the earth in you, your wonderful family and in your circle of friends... and I'm sure that's really all
that any father could want or hope for out of this life. Perhaps it is love such as this that is the only objective of all of the struggles of life and death on this earth.
Now, his rewards are with our Father in heaven. Peace be with you and your family in Jesus' name. Amen