Ivan Robert Stusak

One of my favorite photos together at an insurance convention.

Grandpa, In many ways, you were one of the most stable and strong influences on my life growing up. You are one of the reasons I kept pursuing art. You are one of the reasons that I have grown up to be a confident woman. Without you, I wouldn't be the person I am today. I never thought I would lose you so soon. I always thought you would be there at my wedding, or at the birth of my kids. I wish so badly that I could have at least gotten to say goodbye one last time. The last time you...

To my love, Robert. You have given me the most loving marriage anyone could ever want or need. With you gone, the house is heavy with emptiness and the silence is deafening. Your voice is not heard now, but in my memory, I will always hear your words of love and affection. The songs you sent to me and even sang to me are etched on my heart forever. Your spiritual leadership and wisdom permeated our home, and I miss that solid substance here. While I wait to see you again in the resurrection,...

To my love, Robert. My heart is broken without you here with me; the house is loud with silence and completely hollow without your presence. Although I see you in every one of your paintings, or piece of furniture you refinished, or the shelves you hung with such diligence which were all done out of pure love. What I miss most is your voice - the voice of love, hope, comfort, and wisdom. I miss your arms around me in security and the simplicity of you holding my hand but mostly it´s your kiss...