To My Dear Brother,

I would like to express to you the admiration I have always had for you.  A man so kind and caring would do anything for anyone. Looking up to my big brother, from a young girl, I used to watch you from our living room window go across the field to sell Christmas trees. You were so young and willing to do anything.

I remember the drawings and sketches you did when you were a teenager. I used to try to copy them, somehow mine never looked as good as yours. When you joined the Marines I was so proud, to me my oldest brother became stronger than ever.

You were always there to help Rich and I with any additions to our home.  Building a deck and finishing our upstairs bedroom.  These were very special to us because up built them.

No matter what I would talk to you about, you would always tell me not to worry everything would be alright and work out for the best.

Thank you for being my brother and leader of your brothers and sisters. You are the very best!

I am so sorry you were sick and suffering for so long.  If I lived closer I would have taken care of you everyday. You deserved a better and healthier life.

So my dear brother, I will always keep you in my prayers, in my heart and hear your voice.

Until we meet again, may you be in peace and hurt no more.

May God Bless You!

Love,

Your Sis,

Barbara