Yesterday my Grandfather (one of Ellis' namesakes) passed away. Grandpa Bill was a great man and led a very interesting life. He served his country proudly, fighting in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He was in his 90's and had been very ill. Fortunately my parents and sister were able to go visit him recently and were able to say good bye. It was his time.
He was a very formal grandfather to us and we didn't have that close relationship like some people do to their grandparents. We didn't get to see a lot of him, but what I remember is his humor, he never missed Happy Hour and taught me how to make Gin & Tonic, and although I don't know the name I can smell his cologne. But I'll always remember his laugh and the twinkle in his eye after a good joke. He was very tall (6' 4") and it was always funny to see my dad (5' 7") standing next to him. If you really wanted to see something funny, then look at a picture of Grandpa Bill, my dad, and my dad's younger brother Uncle Pat. Uncle Pat looked so much like Grandpa Bill AND he got the height. I wish I could have known him better and had more memories of him. It makes me very thankful that my parents live so close and that they get to spend so much time with Tessa and Ellis.
We'll miss you Grandpa Bill and see you in Heaven for Happy Hour.
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