Your Dad was such a joy to visit -- that twinkle in his eye and wonderful smile were always present. Our deepest sympathy to your family on your loss. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.
My sincerest condolences for the loss of your dad. Behind those twinkling eyes and all that teasing was one of the most generous souls I've ever known.
When we moved across the street so many years ago, he made us feel welcome and always went out of his way to share his joy with everyone. I have very fond memories of Scout outings, swimming in Lake Erie, canoeing down the Allegheny, and bowling in Seneca with Don.
It is with deep sadness that I read of your Mother's death last year and your Father's death this week. They were a shining example of family, to my husband and me, as we struggled to be raise for our children. Don and Dorothy enjoyed life, but more importantly they enjoyed life together. You boys were the center of their universe. They worried about you as all parents do. They felt lacking as parents at times, and they wondered what they could do better, but they never faltered in their faith and love when the "boys didn't see eye to eye with their views.
I can still see the little gold cocker spaniel sitting in the front window, on the back of the "doggy forbidden" sofa, waiting for your parents to come home from bowling. I can't remember for sure, but I thought her name was Sandy. She would see the folks coming and instantly jump from the sofa and be lying innocently in her spot (off of the furniture), her big brown eyes filled with joy and innocence, as the curtains still swayed from her fast exit. How your folks loved that dog.
My spouse, James Kline, and I became fast friends with Don and Dorothy when Jim worked for your father at Kennedy Oil Co (Texaco) in Marble. We teamed with them on the bowling league and also enjoyed many evenings of just good comfortable friendship.
Your parents were there for me and the kids when Jim passed away at the early age of 35. Don and Dorothy were the two people who I could openly share my grief. They comforted me, supported me with prayer, and were always there when I felt the world was trying to snuff me out as a single parent.
Your family's loss is great, but beautiful memories, whether they be of boyish mischief, loving parental correction, or just family times, will keep your parents alive in your hearts, until that wonderful day when you will all be reunited again in the Heavenly Family.
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I loved him and your mother. They were great people and I will miss them dearly. My love to you and your family at this hard time. This must of been why Dot was visiting him so much. I wish that I could make it to his service but I am ill but I will hold your family in my prayers. Take Care. Love Cathy Rankin
I'm saddened to see that your father and mother have both passed. I had the pleasure of meeting them while they were at GL Clarion. They were so caring towards each other - truely an example of dedication and committment.
I left the area in mid July and did not realize until today that you mother had passed.
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. We still have such good memories of the days when we were all younger. We will keep you in our hearts and prayers. Your old-time friends.
Words cannot say how much I will miss Don! My thoughts and prayers are with you all. East 3rd Street will never be the same without Dot and Don. Gob Bless your entire family.