Condolences to Paula and the four apostles (John, George, Peter & Paul). I am saddened to hear the news. My kind friend has moved along. Be comforted that we can still ask him questions or advice. He might be busy doing other things now, but if we listen closely, we will hear or feel his responce.
As it goes, I'll talk with him tonight and give him an ear full. His presence is still present to me.
I knew, and still know Gary as a friend. Good man, good clan. A straight shooter from the hip. No dip,dally or dunce allowed. Stand & show your stuff or move along. Not abrasive, just fact & function. Get the job done.
Going back? Park Hilll & Blessed Sacrement Parish? Solis family home was somewhere close to 26th & Forest St? Skeehans at Mountview & Hudson. Full respect between our familys. Walk home from school and stop in for a feed. We shared kitchen table snacks many times. (Vince learned early on about 'rea'l green chile from his Mother one afternoon. Gary learned about Oatmeal cookies). Simple folk, simple times.
Relationships grew. Further on, Gary & my Mom had an long standing friendship over many years. Respect credited from both.
Last time I saw the lad? Gary was MC at the school reunion. A firm handshake, full eye contact and gentle embrase was enough for us, even after years. No way to fool him. The word 'Circumspect' comes to mind. The word 'Champion' fits even better.
A good man with good heart. Goodbuy for now. Full regards & respect where credit is due.See you on the flip side.
Vince Skeehan
Vince here in Oz. This news really sucks.
Condolences to Paula and the four apostles (John, George, Peter & Paul). I am saddened to hear the news. My kind friend has moved along. Be comforted that we can still ask him questions or advice. He might be busy doing other things now, but if we listen closely, we will hear or feel his responce.
As it goes, I'll talk with him tonight and give him an ear full. His presence is still present to me.
I knew, and still know Gary as a friend. Good man, good clan. A straight shooter from the hip. No dip,dally or dunce allowed. Stand & show your stuff or move along. Not abrasive, just fact & function. Get the job done.
Going back? Park Hilll & Blessed Sacrement Parish? Solis family home was somewhere close to 26th & Forest St? Skeehans at Mountview & Hudson. Full respect between our familys. Walk home from school and stop in for a feed. We shared kitchen table snacks many times. (Vince learned early on about 'rea'l green chile from his Mother one afternoon. Gary learned about Oatmeal cookies). Simple folk, simple times.
Relationships grew. Further on, Gary & my Mom had an long standing friendship over many years. Respect credited from both.
Last time I saw the lad? Gary was MC at the school reunion. A firm handshake, full eye contact and gentle embrase was enough for us, even after years. No way to fool him. The word 'Circumspect' comes to mind. The word 'Champion' fits even better.
A good man with good heart. Goodbuy for now. Full regards & respect where credit is due.See you on the flip side.
Vincent Skeehan