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Suzanne Cole
June 21, 2024
Thank you for the kind words about Lee.
Charles Hilliard
June 20, 2024
I was a junior investment banker with Merrill Lynch in the early 90s and worked extensively with Lee during the heyday of his LYONs. Beyond his brilliance and capital markets prowess, Lee was a kind, humble and collaborative soul whose presence inspired creativity and confidence notwithstanding the backdrop of the competitive (or even cutthroat) nature of Wall Street.
While many likely remember Lee for his IQ, I celebrate most the memory of his EQ. It is the latter that made him such a strong leader and exceptional teacher. While many years ago, I still love and even use his expressions such as "chicken-hearted equity investors" or "what the market likes most is dreams." He could cut through the technical jargon, understand what drove people's behavior and describe it in the most Will Rogers/George Bailey manner.
I'm not sure what inspired me to look into Lee and his legacy (which, btw, should have a Wikipedia page!), but I wish to express how grateful I am and how blessed I feel that God put him early in my career path.
Thank you Lee.
Kris Cole
June 1, 2024
Miss you Dad!
There is no way to verbalize the love & respect I have for you.
Thankyou for everything you taught me in life.
I use it every day. And I pass it on to every student who takes my class!
The World is a better place because of you.
Kris Cole
June 1, 2024
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Barbara Ayars
August 20, 2021
You are missed and loved.
Barbara
Diana and Renate Back/Palm
August 10, 2019
Memories are the Legacy of love. Those who love will be reunited in eternity. Time and prayer are the keys to healing pain. We offer you both.
August 10, 2019
Diana and I will always cherish the good memories as we think of special Mr. Cole and his lovely family. May Mr. Cole continue to rest in peace. Loved and never forgotten.
Diana and Renate Back/Palm
August 10, 2019
Diana and I are thinking of special Mister Cole and his lovely family, not just today.
Barbara Jones Ayars
August 6, 2019
You are loved and think of you often. God bless you.
Ray, Tom & Noel Shaw
August 20, 2018
You were a very special friend to us Lee. We miss you very much.
Diana Back and family Back and Palm
August 19, 2018
Sorrow is a fleeting emotion, but love is infinite. You will always be fondly remembered.
Suzanne Cole
August 18, 2018
Sue
Suzanne Cole
August 18, 2018
You will always be loved and missed by your family and friends. You are always in our hearts. Sue
Ray Shaw
August 17, 2017
We miss you man.
Barbara Ayars
December 22, 2016
Barbara Ayars
Sue Cole
June 19, 2016
Thinking of my father and husband today ,both were the best fathers anyone could ask for and set great examples for my chiildren.
June 19, 2016
Thinking of special Mr. Cole on Father's day in heaven. Always remember him as the most loving and caring Father. Diana and Renate
Suzanne Cole
December 22, 2015
Happy Birthday
renate and Diana Palm/Back
August 27, 2015
May a light always shine for you
Renate Palm
August 27, 2015
He touched so many lives, including mine. I never forget his friendly smile the first time I met him at the school were our daughters became best friends
Suzanne Cole
December 22, 2014
Thinking of you on your 69th.Birthday. You are loved and missed everyday by all your family. Love Sue
Suzanne Cole
November 27, 2014
Love Sue
Diana and Renate
August 23, 2014
May a light always shine for you
Diana and Renate
August 23, 2014
Gone but not forgotten because Memories are the legacy of love.
Sue Cole
August 16, 2014
Love Sue
Suzanne Cole
July 24, 2014
Thinking of you and all the wonderful years we had together. Love Sue
December 20, 2013
It's been several years since my father's passing, but I still think of him almost every day. The more successfully I grow my recruiting business, the more I find I'm drawing from the business acumen my father has instilled in me since birth - seriously, since birth. I thought of two funny stories I'll share with folks.
We were not always wealthy. In fact, we were probably near the poverty line when I was very small. My father worked 3 jobs to make ends meet. He worked at Bank of Boston during the day, sold real estate on weekends, and took me door to door with him selling Electrolux vacuums in the evenings. I'm sure my mother & Tom Shaw remember those days :)
This brings me to my first funny story. I was writing a research statement for an application to teach entrepreneurship at a college in Tennessee. I referenced my father in the application as a major influence of my entrepreneurial experiences. I gave examples of his entrepreneurial undertakings starting with the creation of LYONS at Merrill Lynch. I then realized that he started teaching me entrepreneurship much earlier in my life. At age 6 he used to take me around the neighborhood selling Electrolux vacuums. Before a potential customer answered the door, he would smile at me and say, "Ok, Kris, now when they open the door, look up at me and say, "Dad,I'm hungry. When are we going to be able to eat again?" It was an effective technique since I was skinny as a stick back in those days.
After one sale, I looked up at him and said, "that's great dad, we sold one." He smiled at me and said, "son, the best part about selling vacuums is that now they will buy the bags from us every two weeks :) " Brilliant! And an absolutely true story :)
This brings me to my second story. When I was 7, he asked me "what do you want for Christmas?" I smiled and said, "10% of your annual salary. Just 10% dad." He was so proud. I think he told every employee at Bank of Boston how proud he was of his 7 year old son ;) However, Santa didn't hook me up with the 10% :(
It's hard, because the more success I have with recruiting, the more I find myself missing his guidance :( But, I'm always able figure out how he would handle the situation by drawing from four decades of his mentoring. I'm not even conscious of it sometimes. I remember asking Dana, "How can he not understand that this is a better way to do it?" Dana reminded me, "You take it for granted that your father taught you so many business skills throughout your life. Most people don't have that." She was absolutely right! Thank-you dad.
I'm going to take this recruiting gig to the next level; and it's going to be because of the business acumen you have instilled in me since birth :)
Jenn Haughey
December 18, 2013
Remembering all the Christmases of the past with Dad singing "We wish you a Merry Christmas!" with enthusiasm and love for the home video camera, clearing snow trails at the weekend farm, and enjoying mom's Christmas turkey. Still enjoy watching those films with my own kids at Christmas and sharing Dad's warmth, enthusiasm and always good spirit with them. My kids feel very close to their Grandad in heaven and we'll be thinking of you often over the holidays!
Renate Palm
August 29, 2013
When your heart feels empty filling it with happy memories help. Sorrow is a fleeting emotion but love is infinite
Suzanne Cole
August 17, 2013
I will love and miss you forever. I was so blessed to have you in my life. Love Sue
Scott Delgado
June 27, 2013
I only knew Lee for less than a year while working as a junior analyst on his convertible team at Credit Suisse. The stories everyone shared about Lee made him a Wall Street Legend in my book. He had a tale behind every deal he executed, he taught us all the lesson of owning US Treasuries because they settled T+1, he shared his wisdom of "helping" distressed sellers who needed liquidity and had yachts to trade, his creativity for new products and created PORTS, STARS, and other achronyms, he enjoyed Tater Tots and Granola Bars, he could outline a 20 page pitch book on 1 yellow sticky note, he was comfortable letting "his guys" ensure the pricing and terms worked, he was dogged in his pursuit of business from Amgen and Wellpoint, he was happy to conduct business with a telephone, a blackberry, and a bloomberg. Most importantly, Lee always had a smile, always had fun, and always had a kind way about him. To this day I share the memories of Lee with young people to instruct them on how they should go about their own Wall Street careers. You are missed, Lee.
Suzanne Cole
June 20, 2013
Love Sue
June 18, 2013
June 20 1964 married the best man,father, and human being I have ever known. Miss you always. Love Sue
Justin
December 22, 2012
Love and miss you dad.
December 22, 2012
Happy 67th Birthday! Your family is thinking of you on this special day. Love, Sue and the kids.
November 22, 2012
Remembering you always. Love Sue
Ray Shaw
August 19, 2012
You were one of the finest and kindest men I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I was always proud to include you as one of my most valued friends.
Diana Back
August 9, 2012
Always remembering Lee's beautiful kind smile.
Diana and Renate, Cape Cod, MA
Jack Delago
December 24, 2011
Time moves on but we will never forget the wonderful man that Lee was. His spirit lives on through those left behind and we are fortunate to have met him and all of the family. Love you guys and Merry Christmas.
Jenn Haughey
December 23, 2011
Happy Birthday to the best Dad:)!
Suzanne Cole
December 22, 2011
Happy Birthday
Love Sue
Justin
September 15, 2011
I love you mom. I know how empty the world feels at times now that dad is gone but take comfort knowing we will all be together again in heaven someday. Dad was the happiest man I have ever known and you were the source of his happiness. They say that there is a great woman behind every great man and dad was the greatest. Thank you for everything you do for the family.
August 19, 2011
never forgotten. Diana and Renate
Susie Bazemore
June 10, 2011
As a child I spent many a happy afternoon at the Cole's house. Whether playing dolls with Jennifer or wondering over the vast collection of Justin's Star Wars action figures. I remember Kris singing Rick Springfield, and Bethany being annoyed with how loud we were all being while she tried to study. Mr. Cole didn't say much while I was there, he didn't have to. It was apparent through the calm smile on his face and the happy gleam in his eye how proud he was of each of his children, and his love for his wife. Even as a child I knew he loved them dearly, and they him. He was warm, generous, and funny- I can still remember his laugh after all these years. I'm so sorry for the family's unimaginable loss of a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal." ~From a headstone in Ireland
Take care.
Susie Bazemore Mayfield
suzanne cole
February 24, 2011
I think of you every day and remember all the wonderful times we had together and with the kids and grandchildren. We all miss you so much but know you are watching over us. Love Sue
December 19, 2010
Love Sue
October 21, 2010
Love Sue
suzanne cole
August 18, 2010
I will love and miss you forever
August 18, 2010
- The Haughey Family
July 20, 2010
Lighting a candle in happy memories of a wonderful father, husband and Grandad! I'm quite sure he is smiling down on all of us, with that constant smile of his:) and glass half full look on life!
Was just remembering many fun summers in Rhinebeck with Dad!
Jenn Haughey
July 20, 2010
Keith McCormick
July 11, 2010
As a fraternity brother of Kris, I had the good fortune of spending time with Lee Cole and his family both in Florida and at their farm home in NJ. Lee was more than a generous person - his was a generous soul. He epitomized the belief that you get back what you give - and to his family, his university, his coworkers and his clients, he gave his all. Hard to believe so many years have passed already - and so many more have yet to be lived with only his memory and not his presence. My fondest wishes to the family of this sincere and loving man. I pray that time will heal the tears, that distance will soothe the memories, and that love will continue to be the candle in the window that calls you together - as you remember the tremendous gift that we all shared for one, brief shining moment in the life of Lee Cole.
Brian Keith McCormick
Stetson, Class of 1988
Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity
Renate Palm
July 9, 2010
Dear Sue,
thinking of you and hope that the time that passed since you lost your dear husband has eased the pain and left you with only comforting memories.
With love, always Renate, Diana and Carl. We ARE thinking of you.
Ray Shaw
August 18, 2009
My brother Tom and I grew up with Lee in Pembroke, Massachusetts. I can still remember when he moved into this small rural town. Lee was immediately liked by everyone. I can still recall the weekend trips he would make to NH to visit Sue and the boxing lessons he gave us locals. Lee was as tough as nails, but, at the same time, one of the kindest and most gentle people I ever knew. Like many of you, I remember his smile and thunderous laugh. Lee-you were the best of the best. We miss you very much.
Ray Shaw
Barrington, NH
Diana Back
August 18, 2009
I cannot believe a year has passed. Time goes, but memories and love remain. Our thoughts are with the Cole family and I will close with a quote I once heard that goes something like this: I will live until I die, and when I die, I will live. God bless Mr. Cole (Sea LYON!) and family.
Love, Diana and family
William Hatton
August 17, 2009
Kris
We will always have the great memories of your dad, living in Keller, Texas...and when Marcia and I visited him and your mother in New Jersey. He always had a great smile for all around him. We know he is proud of all his children...and know one day we all (family and friends) will be together again.
Ian Bowell
August 17, 2009
When I think of Mr. Cole, I think of his big smiling eyes. I didn't know him that well, as a member of his son in law's wedding party, but I knew enough to know that he was a great man, with all the true warmth that we all remember. Not surprisingly, even now he reminds me of the right way to spend time in the company of others.
Jack Delago
August 17, 2009
Not sure if this is still active for new entries, but if it is...I'd like to say a few words in regard to Lee R. Cole.
Kris and I were roommates my last two years at Stetson, and as a result I got to spend a bit more time with Lee than I would have otherwise. Couple of campus visits, visit to the beach house, Kris' wedding and many other occasions.
The one thing I came away with was that this was one very successful man who never forgot where he had come from. He was as kind to me as anyone I ever had met. He was very supportive of Kris and of all Kris' friends. Knowing a man like Lee Cole had faith in you was a tremendous confidence builder.
His generosity was as big as he was....how many of us ate at the Holiday House again and again when the family was in town?
He was an accomplished man that could be proud of so much that he did, but the thing he can be most proud of is in the legacy he left behind in his children. Kris, Justin and Jen didn't fall far from the tree.
We miss you Lee....and look forward to the day we are all together once again. At the Holiday House! :)
Kris Cole
August 21, 2008
The day before my father's funeral, I was asked to read Psalm 23 from the bible. I told my wife I wanted to do more than that to honor my father's memory. So in honoring his creativity, I rewrote the psalm as if my father was reciting it to his grandchildren. It goes something like this:
The lord is my shepherd, I will not want.
He takes me to lie down in greener pastures.
He leads me beside still waters.
He restores my soul.
He leads me in the path of righteousness for his names sake.
Though I walk through the Valley of the Shadow of Death, I fear no evil.
Amen, little Eaughan
Amen, little Orla
God is with me. His staff, his rod protect me. They will smite any bad guys or monsters we run into along our way to Heaven.
Amen, little Madison
Amen, Big Zach
He prepares a table before me in the presence of my enemies. He anoints my head with holy water. My cup runs over.
Amen, little Ace
Gods goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life. God and I will stand side by side watching over our grandchildren and protecting them from evil and danger - FOREVER !!!
I regret that it has taken me a year to muster up the strength to read through these posts. However, I figured it would be appropriate to post this Psalm on the one year anniversary of his passing. Thank-you for all the wonderful posts.
Sincerely
Kris Cole
His teacher son :)
(I've been known known to dabble in zero coupon convertible bonds on occasion also.)
Jenn Haughey
April 21, 2008
We are going to celebrate Lee this year by running a team in Nantucket's Iron Team Race, June 1, 2008. Please visit:
www.leecoleslyons.com
Kimball Gell
January 28, 2008
Family of Lee R. Cole,
Hi Suzanne, and family, my heart is going out to you as I learn that my beloved mentor has passed away. Suzanne, you were at my wedding and you will remember me as Kimball Lyons, Lee’s assistant in the convertible department of Merrill Lynch. From 1986 until 1995 I had the benefit of Lee’s wisdom, patience, guidance and humor. Lee was such a successful manager and leader. He was a hero to me, and he always spoke of you and his children with reverence. I remember the first grandchild, and I am so happy you are blessed with many. Best wishes to you and your family. [email protected]
Phil Turbin
October 19, 2007
We were (and are) deeply saddened to hear of your family's loss. We were colleagues of Lee's at DLJ and considered him to be a close friend (notwithstanding a wide age difference among this group). It was a pleasure and truly an honor to know him and spend as much time with him as we did. There was a group of us who, despite having gone our separate ways on the career track post-DLJ, made it a point to get together periodically for dinner -- our relationship with Lee transcended merely that of professional colleagues.
As it happens, the group of us just recently had our first get together since Lee's death to celebrate Bob's birthday. Much of the conversation revolved around Lee as we tried to compensate for the emptiness created by his absence. As we recounted stories, each of us couldn't help but remember his best qualities -- his devotion to family and friends, his honor and integrity, his creativity, his chipper gait, his love for life, his sense of humor and his thunderous laugh. He truly was larger than life. Each of us is a better person for having known and learned from him. We are all proud to have been called his partners.
Michael Crooks
Jim Fields
Greg Hewett
Bob Johnson
Philip Turbin
Joe Vencil
Robert Moulton-Ely
October 3, 2007
I worked with Lee on LYONs(R) back in the mid 80's. I was very saddened to see his obituary in the Journal. He was a great guy to work for/with. A true gentleman -- a rarity in the industry.
Marshall Nicholson
September 18, 2007
Lee was awesome! I had the great pleasure to work with him at Merrill Lynch and at Credit Suisse. I bothered him every week while at Merrill to let me work with him and the Convertible Bond group. Lee got tired of me and hired me!
I am forever grateful as I spent many years laughing, working hard and learning under Lee's guidance. Life was not just about Convertible Bonds or Work. He had a good balance in his life. His family should know that he loved his family very much as he talked about the first date with his wife, his days as a boxer, the boat called the Sea Lyons, and without a doubt, the man could make people laugh so hard that most people would be in tears.
Today, I can still hear the big man laugh. I am honored to have the opportunity to know Lee.
Renate Palm
September 15, 2007
When I think of Mister Cole I think of a gentleman with one of the warmest, friendliest and kindest smiles one could ever think of. And that was the smile I saw the first time I met Mister Cole at the Greenwich Ct. Boarding Highschool were our daughters Diana and Jennifer met. Our daughters quickly developed a strong and lasting friendship. As they grew up they spent much time together. Each time Diana came back home after spending time with the lovely Cole family she would tell me what a wonderful time she had.
Diana recognized fast that Mister Cole was not just a loving and caring husband and wonderful warm father but he certainly knew how to make someone feel welcome, comfortable, good and smile.
Dear Suzanne and dear family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We share your grief as we keep you in our prayers and thoughts.
We do not know why sad things often happen but we can know that nothing beautiful in this world is ever really lost because all precious things live on in our hearts in memory FOREVER.
Today,
Diana and I talked about so many treasured and fond Cole time memories...
In closing this entrie with a comforting thought written by a Pastor Ritter:
"I will live until I die, and when I die I will live."
May God's blessings be with you all in this time of sorrow.
We love you all.
Renate and also Diana and family
Diana Palm
September 11, 2007
Mr. Cole~
I watched as he cranked the oldies in his Nantucket family room and sang along to "Werewolves in London," and he was quick to extend an invite to the Lobster Trap or Rope Walk to share a meal. Fried clams for him, lobster for me!...
When I drove cab he was my most generous tipper (the tip was more than the fare!)and he always walked with a spring in his step and a twinkle in his eye.
Mr. Cole's confidence brought him success with business, family and friends, and he will be greatly missed, always remembered, and as he has already proven, he will never be far away.
Tom Shaw
September 4, 2007
Lee R. Cole – A Wealthy Man
I have known Lee since I was fifteen years old. Looking back, it was impressive to see a calm, collected person of integrity that would be his signature throughout his life. Lee was a wealthy man monetarily, but that was not the kind of wealth that impressed him.
You see, Lee was a man that neither celebrity nor wealth was his measure; so commonplace in today’s financial world. Lee’s wealth was his family and his many friends, and the principles of life of which he never compromised. I will truly miss you Lee.
Your friend forever,
Tom Shaw
Christopher Johnson
September 1, 2007
My family's prayers are with you. I worked with Lee for many years at Merrill Lynch and he was first and foremost a gentleman in his dealings internally and with clients. I will always remember him.
Seamus,Ivana and Gaelan McCotter
August 31, 2007
Dear Suzanne (and family):
While we closely followed Lee's state of health in the last weeks and days, we were still shocked and deeply saddened at his leaving.
Sometimes we hear people saying that "God has a funny sense of humour and justice"; in Lee's case this is so true. That he was taken from you and your family at such an early age and when you both ought to have been in autumn meadows of your years seems simply unfair. It must be great comfort to you that he was such a wonderful husband,father (and grandfather).
While he well-deserved the myriad tributes paid to him about his business success,what struck us most about him and will live on in our minds was his open hearted generosity of spirit, his mild and endearing way and how he was touched with a gentility and affability that made everyone feel so comfortable around him. He also had a wonderful humility that is all too-often missing in our narcisssistic world. Never once did we hear him talk about success or career or what he had or hadn't, but only about how much he enjoyed being in this world and around his loving and beloved family.
We know God and Lee will have grand time together and I'd(we'd) hate to be any Lucifer trying to bully an angel in Lee's presence.
We will always miss him in Rhinebeck and when we pass the Ritz Tower. We will simply miss him.
Every sympathy and affection to you and your family.
Seamus,Ivana and Gaelan.
Nina Mackey Mcdonald
August 28, 2007
Our sincere love and prayers to all of you...
There is a quiet resting place, Where peace and joy are found;
Where burdens may be laid aside
and Faith and Love abound.
Shalom
Nina & Sharon Lamarche
Robert & Jennifer Candella
August 28, 2007
Jenn, Brian, Justin, Beth & family,
Though we only had the good fortune to meet Mr. Cole a handful of times (mostly during lunches in Rhinebeck, visits to the farm, or birthday parties for the kids in the red room), I always enjoyed talking with him a great deal. What impressed me most about Mr. Cole was that, on the weekends, who he was in the business community didn't matter, he relished his role as husband, father and grandfather more than anything else. You are very lucky to have had him, and luckier yet to have inherited his warmth and his genuine smile.
As you know, I also lost my dad to cancer a few months ago and, while the sense of loss is still profound, having so many fond memories coupled with the knowledge that such an amazing person was part of my life, has made it just a little bit easier. I hope you are comforted by these thoughts as well. We hope to see you soon.
Huw Jones
August 28, 2007
Dear Jenn and Brian,
I was so sorry to hear the news. I only met Lee the once at your wedding. What struck me was that he came across as a very relaxed family man, very human and kind which, forgive my naivety, surprised me in someone with such a brilliant career in such a competitive industry.
My condolences to all the family.
Francesca McWilliams
August 28, 2007
Dear Jenn, Brian and all of the Cole Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, wishing you love and strength, Francesca
Morgan Downey
August 27, 2007
Dear Sue, Jenn, Brian and Family,
Lee was a great man and it was a pleasure and honor to know him.
Morgan and Jen
Kevin Duffy
August 27, 2007
I have had the privilege of knowing the Cole family for only a short time. Lee's legacy is reflected in the love and strength that his children and grandchildren embody. He was a true giant in his industry and an inspiration among those around him. I'm sure many of us will share stories of his wonderful life for a very long time. My own favorite memory will hopefully serve as guiding principle for his grandchildren. In his confident manner he once shared that "it is better to be respected than feared" by those you touch. Indeed, I will remember Lee as a great gentlemen. May God bless him and his loving family.
Kevin, Lisa and children
Wreath from Grammy and Poppop Jones. Other family flowers were put in Nantucket Baskets, since he loved his boat there.
August 26, 2007
Doves for Grandad.
August 26, 2007
Raven Register
August 26, 2007
Jenn, Your dad (and your husband Sue) was an amazing man who helped create an amazing family. I know he will be sorely missed and our thoughts are with you all.
Love, Raven, Greg and Stephen
Ray & Noel Shaw
August 26, 2007
Sue:
We are very sorry to hear of Lee's passing. Lee's great smile and commanding voice are two things one can never forget about him. But, most of all, Lee was just a good guy, with a warm heart and peaceful spirit. We are certainly the better for having the priviledge of knowing him.
God bless you Sue. Our hearts are with you.
Mom and Dad met when they were only 14.
Jennifer Haughey
August 26, 2007
My dad, Lee, met my mother when he was 14 years old. They were married when they were 18 and have been happily married ever since.
I wanted to share what I think was an amazing thing that happened on the day my dad passed away. All his children and my mom took turns being by dad's side when the doctors told us it didn't look promising. He passed away on the afternoon of the 16th with only my brother in the room. My mother had stepped out for a couple of minutes with my sister-in-law.
My brother called my mother's cell phone and told her my dad had passed and she should come up. Dad had been gone for more than couple of minutes. He had left orders not to resuscitate . However, when my mom walked into the room, all on his own will power and with no machines at all he came back to life. Stunned, we asked the doctors if this happened often. They said that they were as surprised as us since no resuscitatation devices were used. We believe he came back for my mom. She had wished to be there to hold his hand. That's exactly what she got to do before he passed away later that night.
In our own minds it was a miracle, but with my dad's determination and love of my mother it doesn't surprise me.
John O'Connell
August 26, 2007
Dear Suzanne & family,
My thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. Please accept my deepest condolences. Suzanne, please give my very best regards to your mother and father.
Your cousin,
The grandchildren down at Willow Pond at Mount Auburn cemetery.
Brian Haughey
August 26, 2007
As a tribute to Dad's love of Irish Music,
we had a bagpiper play Danny Boy.
His Irish son-in-law read the following Irish blessing,
"May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields
and until we meet again,
may God hold you in the palm of His hand."
The Grandchildren each brought up a rose for Grandpa.
Jennifer Haughey
August 26, 2007
The Measure of a Man
Not How did he die? but How did he live?
Not What did he gain? but What did he give?
These are the units that measure the worth
Of a man, as a man, no matter his birth.
Not What was his church?
Nor What was his creed?
But his work and his care
For those people in need:
His strength for his children,
His love for his wife.
These are the units
That measure a life.
Not what the sketch
In the newspapers say,
But how many will miss him
Now he's passed away.
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