I first met Gene in 7th grade attending St.Lucie County Junior High. We had several classes together through our senior year and the former IRJC. I reconnected with Gene and Leslie immediately after returning to SLC in 1979. They were so very gracious to invite me into their home for a remarkable dinner and evening. As I recall, Gene was at the barbecue. All those years working in the deli/butcher's section for Mr. Rhinesmith really paid off!! I had known for many years that Gene was in declining health. Gene was a very fine man and and a good friend.
Rick Carreno
I first met Gene in 7th grade attending St.Lucie County Junior High. We had several classes together through our senior year and the former IRJC. I reconnected with Gene and Leslie immediately after returning to SLC in 1979. They were so very gracious to invite me into their home for a remarkable dinner and evening. As I recall, Gene was at the barbecue. All those years working in the deli/butcher's section for Mr. Rhinesmith really paid off!! I had known for many years that Gene was in declining health. Gene was a very fine man and and a good friend.