Eugene D. Gervais

I'll always remember, and be grateful, for the wonderful memories I have of the family.

I used to hitchhike from Boston to Raleigh, N. C., when in college, and my one resting point was to make it to Springfield, Va. where Mr. and Mrs. Gervais and family were there with open arms, warm bed, and a table full of great food. Both Mr. and Mrs. always made you feel welcome upon arrival and sad to leave. It was through Chris and Mark that they managed to have Mark rebuild me the...

To a great man and father whose memories and spirit will long outlive his physical presence here on earth. I was lucky enough to have had his son as a best friend and to have the introduction to this great man thirty years ago. Through those years many memories collide like a magnificent fireworks display…his never-ending concern for the well-being of myself and others, those late night poker games where he was always gracious in losing, as well as in winning…always the great host who made...

Dear Uncle:

I know that you are now in a very peaceful and joyous place. I hope you have the opportunity to see my Dad and your parents and to spend as much time with them as I remember you did when I was growing up.

I can remember all the fun I had playing with my cousins when you lived on Hunting Rd. You and my parents always telling us kids to keep the noise down. Those are times and memories that no one can ever take away from me. Although we have not seen...