Every summer we would go back to PA and visit family. I didn't really know my Uncle Lawrence, only got to see him every summer. As I grew up I knew him as my dad's big brother and the Uncle that had a huge family. Then when my Dad his brother got sick he was right there by his brothers side until the end. In that year I got to talk and get to know my Uncle Lawrence and what a great man, brother, dad, husband and grandpa he was. I don't know what I would have done without him in our difficult time and he was so strong thru losing his own brother. I thank God every day that he was there for us. I wish I would have had more time with him. Bless his huge family!!! :)

I light a candle to remember Grandpa whenever I feel I need to talk, and tell him how much I miss him and Grandma. I had such wonderful Grand-parents, just so kind, gentle, great listeners, always there to lend an ear or do what they could to help their grand-children out. So unbelievably self-less! I will always feel that sadness and emptiness in my heart. Time will still keep going minute by minute, day by day until one day I will see you again, and get to embrace the magic I once felt around you when I needed to talk or just sit near you to feel better. Til we meet again in the Beautiful Cloud in the Sky. Love you always and forever Carrie!!!

Dad, When it was moms time to go we had you as our rock. It wasn't as hard living day to day knowing you were there. One of your favorite quotes was "it is what it is" and I think about that when things happen that are out of my control and it helps me to move on. They are such empty words though when it comes to losing you. I love you dad and your are truly missed.

Grandpa there's not a day that goes by that I don't think about you...my heart fills with sadness, but following is a sense joy knowing you are up high watching down on all of your beloved. I know you are rejoicing in heaven with grandma.words just can't explain how much you are missed everyday.....love and miss you...forever in our hearts!!