Good morning, Team! It’s Friday!
Today, a good man’s family is saying goodbye to his life here on earth. He passed a week ago and like so many other things that COVID has taken away, a well represented and well attended funeral is among them.
My second earthly father did not aspire for fame or high praise. He had a sense of duty and honor and a strong desire to build and provide for his family. He wanted to create a healthy environment for them to grow up in and he surely accomplished that.
His civic leadership included city council and mayoral service for decades. He would clean snow off the streets that he made certain were constructed and maintained well to begin with. He sought safe passage for all who lived and visited their town.
He would monitor the water plant to ensure proper chemicals were distributed for clean, safe water.
He would mow the grass at the city and church cemeteries so people could honor those who passed before them in a respectful way.
He transported friends and family to countless medical appointments over the years to ensure their quality of life was the best it could be.
Most importantly, he was a leader at home. He prioritized his time around family. He led where it mattered most and showed me how to do the same.
Rest In Peace, Neil.
Have a blessed weekend!