Happy birthday, Dad. Happy Valentine’s Day. A two-fer for you. I remember the heart shaped boxes of candy you’d bring us girls for Valentine’s Day. I had a dream about you last night. I got to see you. Much love to you and Mom.

Hope you and the wife are happy Harry. I was thinking about the several friends and acquaintances you hired way back in the 70's as the place we worked for had a high turnover rate, becauise it was hot and dusty in the summer and not many people lasted like myself, Kenny and Holly who you could always rely in. But it seemed most anyone I recommended? You always hired and they all agreed that you were the 'best foreman', Manager or 'Boss' they'd ever worked for! Our paths would cross over the years when both you & I worked for another Company which would have been a better place if you'd been in Management there! I learned a lot from you old friend & I'm sure we'll meet again some day.
Steve

Hey Harry, I hope you are totally at peace. You were an extraordinary person in every respect throughout your life and you set a great example for me as a young guy when I worked for you 47 years ago. And again when I worked with you almost 15 yr.s later. I was a handful when I was in my early 20's but your example helped me to 'grow up' Harry, and I was always surprised that for many years, out of the clear blue-I'd get a card or a letter from you and your wife filling me in on how life was and inquiring about mine. Still have them.. All! Till we meet again old friend

Today is eight years since you left us, dad. It’s hard to believe! I wish you and mom were still here to celebrate the good things in life with me. I miss talking to you and mom. Mom’s tree survived Hurricane Lee - I’m sure because of the care you gave it in its infancy. Love you, dad 

A GREAT man who I had the extreme pleasure to meet many years ago, work for ( and with ) and who became a true friend... RIP Harry... Your not forgotten!

Happy birthday, Dad. I’m thinking of you today (and everyday - mom too!). By now you know Stella has passed. I hope she found you and you’re playing “paws” in heaven. I miss having you and mom nearby, but I’m remembering the good times. Love ya, Dad.

It’s hard to believe it’s been seven years, Dad. I miss you and Mom every day. I’m teaching my new dog, Star, to play paws and to shake her left paw. I tell her that one’s for you. Thanks for always taking care of us. Love you and Mom. Trish

Here's remembering one of the best people I ever had the privledge to meet, work for ( and with years ago ) and be counted as a 'good friend' in cards and letters sent me. I earned a lot from Harry, His wife 'Betty' was Grand too! When Harry met me, I'd gone to work for him ( he was the Foreman of an electric switch manufacturing company out of New York that had opened an extension here in Manchester Ct ).. I had a lot of 'anger' issues. Had just gotten out of the Army a couple years earlier ( Honorably discharged ) and one of us who'd gone in together- lost his life ( age 17 ).. Like some others, I'd been 'treated' by Physicians with 'bad Scripts' that only made my anger worse.. One day, I pushed too hard. Harry walked up to me quickly, VERY angry- but a controlled anger ( man the dark look on his face the rare times he did get mad!! ) then immediately 'softened' his tone and told me to 'follow him to his office' ( I thought, 'Oh boy.. I really did it now! I'll get FIRED'..) But he sat me down, and told me a long story in a calm voice. I was mesmerized! He took my mind off the old anger and told me if I ever needed to talk? Here was his phone number. His example of 'self control' was a huge lesson. I weend myself off of the bad prescriptions- and took control of my anger and my life! I was to be Blessed to have been invited to their home. Two years later- I left for another job ( at that time in the Aerospace Industry ) And over the years that followed, Harry never forgot me and I'd receive cards and letters from Maine-as well as run into him when he was back in Connecticut for short periods. I finally was able to repay the favors when Harry needed my help- not that how I helped could EVER compare wth all that he'd done.. for ME! Live long Harry ( & Betty ) through eternity and we'll meet again...
Stephen Mark Sossin ( Marks was a professional trade name years ago )

Harry was the 'best' Boss I ever worked for in the 45 years I worked. He was always fair, impartial and had a GREAT sense of humor and while in Management, he was definitely one of 'us' and never a 'Company' man.. I learned a lot about a LOT of different things from Harry. One of the smartest ( and fairest ) people I've ever known... Won't ever forget ya Harry!!
Steve

To my dad. Miss your stories. You were such a busy man. Smart too, you should have been a lawyer. You took on a big family to care for and raise for the woman you loved. Rest now as your journey has ended with the woman you loved.

Thinking of you today, Dad. Trying not to be sad. I promised Stella we’d do something to honor you today. She still plays “paws” and still shakes a left paw as a bonus. Love you. Give Mom a hug for me.

Happy 90th birthday, Dad. Missing you on this Valentines birthday and everyday. Give mom a hug for me.

Happy birthday, Dad. I miss you and mom every day. I love you both. 

I recently came across a card signed 'Scary Carpenteri' ( a kid around nick-name ) who I worked with for a couple of years way back in the 70's and with who I remained friends for many years before losing touch about 20 years ago. I still have some pictures of Harry, his wife Betty,daughter Trish and myself taken at their Manchester Ct home in the 70's. In 1990 our paths crossed again.. Harry had barely changed. Rest easy old friend..

It's been a year, Dad - it doesn't seem possible. I still miss you every day. Stella does too. She still sleeps with your red sweatshirt that she chose when I was packing up your apartment. Give mom a hug for me.

Dad,I missed our phone call last week. My thoughts were with you though. Thanks for the hunting trips and the love you had for my mother. My love for you continues on. Mickey

RIP Dad. You were always there for us kids through the good and bad times. You are now with the woman you loved and cared for through all the years, my mom. I will miss the jokes we shared and the laughter. Until we meet again, thoughts of you will always be with me.

I will miss you so much Grandpa. You will always remain in my thoughts and prayers. It's time for you to rest and be with Grandma in heaven. I love you Grandpa.