My father was a strong,dedicated,loving,hard working,kind,funny,passionate man. He was the kind of man who would give the shirt off his back to a stranger in needed. Would bring home  stray animals just so they had family and a home. The best story teller... Song writer... Joke teller you could ever know. He lived a very hard life and was put through many trials and tribulations but in the end was grateful for all that he had and learned. His days were cut way too short but I will cherish the memories i have with him close to my heart.