Eugene H. Tapia

Francine:

Gene's book gave me great pride in his courage and hard work during WWII.

I read a bumper sticker that said it perfectly: "Thank a teacher for being able to read this note, Thank a soldier for being able to read this note in English!"

All the Spokane Cook's are very thankfull to Gene and we are thinking of you, Becky and Sharron!

Dave, Isabelle, Sierra, Andy, and Margaret.

To Gene's Family,

When Dick and I were married, and Karina and Julia were very young, we were lucky enough to visit all of you at your home. I remember how enjoyable the time was, how comfortable you made us feel, and how much we talked about family and laughed. Gene was full of stories. I think I remember correctly that he and Debbie Cook are the two who enjoyed the family genealogy, and that Taps (Flidera)just thought he was great and would shake her head and chuckle every...

While I did not know Eugene personally, I know that he must have been a great man because he is the brother of my grandmother-Flidera Cook. She is one of the sweetest, most caring persons I know.

Sharon,
Sorry for the loss of your father.
It is a huge void when we loose one of our loved ones. Only God can heal us and fill that special place.
Our memories are more dear now than ever.
May you find peace in knowing others care and share in your families loss.
Love,
Senoth
GIS/MIS
City of Mobile

Uncle Gene,
Thank you for connecting me to my southern roots and for your loyalty and devotion to your sister, my mother. My visit with you last year will remain a happy memory.

We Love you, you are all precious to us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Pappy was a true adventurer with a pionering spirit, a true inspiration to everyone that knew him. We look forward to being reunited in Heaven with our loved ones. Love Always, Greg, Kelly, Jeremiah, Heidi, Matt, and Andrew Gempler Boise, ID

Tapia family, we share your loss of Gene and will always treasure the memories of our visit with all of you and the wonderful stories we all shared! It was a pleasure talking with you on the phone yesterday and we are thankful that his passing was with his loved ones.

We love you all,

Dick and Steph

PS Please call if there is anything we can do for you!!