Gregory L. Burd

Death probably never fails to leave behind among the living unfulfilled wishes for one more chance to say hello, to exchange a thought or a laugh, to share some company, to say goodbye. Such is Greg's death. Because the paths of life had dispersed our family, the opportunities for these kinds of moments had become thin. But they were precious when they did occur.

Eight years ago, at Greg's invitation, we all spent a happy week together near Eagle River. Greg was delighted, really...