03/25/2024
To say that I remember you all just on this day would be speaking untruthfully. It seems daily that I am reminded of your lives and the day we had to let you go. I imagine it hits home differently for everyone but as for me it does so with both a profound sense of joy and pain.
I am so joyful that I got to sit so many nights and speak with Doug as we talked family, weddings, future in laws, old Memphis, MPD, kids and God. Seemingly, these conversations alwayd occurred over a bowl of salad sprinkled with red peppers. You were one of the most personable and professional pilots among the many greats I had the joy of sitting behind. I hope we can share a meal again.
I am as equally joyful to have had the opportunity to work with and share life moments with Misty. What a strong woman you are! Such a character too! I will always treasure our talks abouy family, your kiddos, your new home, softball, fishing and just life in general. You never, ever seemed to take it for granted. You were a rock for so many. I hope to hear your words of advice again someday.
I am joyful that I had the opportunity to work with and have a friend like Cindy. She worked so very hard in everything she did. If she gave you a smile, you earned it! She was a very caring and professional nurse who earned everything she obtained. She most definitely earned my friendship, love, honor and respect! I hope can share more bbq’d shrimp, laughs, Bears football games and hugs again.
The pain comes not from just their loss but the daily loss we experience not having them with us and from the sheer joy life was while they were here with us. It truly was one of the best times of my life working and living amongst my friends.
God Bless each of you, your loved ones and always know that you are remembered this day and always!!!