My how the years go by the tears of loss are yet not dry our hearts ache with a mournful sigh too soon we were asked to say goodbye. How comes it is with the loss of one leaves the world a bit undone a loyal Roman Catholic son you modeled well for everyone. Tis right you're " hard truths" you did share for those who would listen and did care though many still are unaware of the infernal's Mortal snare. For certain now those truths reveal a need for faithful to appeal to God's own MOTHER and Her Son beg Mercy from the Glorious one. We think often and we pray of your life you gave each day. Each Soul was precious in your sight you always strived to do what's right. A great example you did give to walk with God and how to live.
... so very fortunate to have known this man and his family and Marvel at the continuing Legacy he left behind. He tended his garden admirably and by his fruits you know him.
With love and admiration, Leo Fitzsimmons

Dear Mr. Melnick, My name is Audrey, we have never met.
Today is the feast of The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. I attended a special mass for you and was told this is this is the anniversary of when you departed this world. I was moved to tears knowing behind me was your beautiful daughter JEAnette and your son in law Mike singing their hearts out. Your wife was beaming and was thanking one or more of your grandkids for serving Mass. There was an extra helping of love in the air and I felt it. You must have been a wonderful man, I can see that your family is full of love and compassion and of deep Faith. I know first hand because they formed a circle of love around my family and walked with us through hard times. God bless Your Sir and all of your beautiful family.

Happy Birthday Dad. There's not a day I don't think of you and all you did for me in this life. Now that I am a husband and father, I appreciate it even more. And now, I understand more. I hope that I can do half the job you did. I miss you and I hope you are at peace with God, looking down on us now and still doing for us as our advocate in heaven.

I can't believe it almost a year that Steve is gone. Think of him often I especially think of his laugh and certain things that he said. Hoping he is at peace and with the Lord...

Dear Aunt Aggie and all of my dear cousins,
 The above tribute about his life is beautiful. I miss him so much and wish his body would have been stronger to fight so he could still be with you all. Sending my love and prayers to you all.
Love, Jenny

To Steve, my brother, whom I will miss very much. I know you are at peace and free of pain now, for that I am Thankful. Although we were many years apart we were able to respect each others differences and still remain friends through the end. I have you in my prayers always and will continue to do so. Love Alex