Monday, May 30, 2011

In Memory of Jack Katon

         Due to the passing of my brother-in-law I am postponing my final A to Z evaluation post until Wednesday June 1st.



          In Memory of Jack Katon


               August 24, 1944 - May 25, 2011


               Served our country in Viet Nam from 1966 to 1969


My brother-in-law and my dear friend.   We had some fun times and some great conversations.  I'm going to miss you buddy.


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Jack and I both enjoyed music.   A favorite artist for both of us was Frank Sinatra.   In closing, here's one of Jack's favorite Sinatra tunes, "One For My Baby, And One More For The Road"--it seems like kind of an appropriate song.





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45 comments:

Crystal Pistol said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my grandmother last week. It's tough. Painful. Everything one says seems rote and cliche doesn't it? Even when it's sincere.

I am sincerely sorry for your loss.

mooderino said...

Sorry to hear that, Lee.

Best wishes to you and yours,

mood

iZombie said...

peace up... sorry for the loss!

Jules said...

My heart felt condolences Lee. I will keep your family and you in my prayers.
Jules @ Trying To Get Over The Rainbow

Seams Inspired said...

Words seem inadequate. May your brother-in-law's memory be eternal. (((HUGS)))

Read my books; lose ten pounds! said...

thankyou!

Liza said...

Wishing you strength and peace in the days ahead.

Teresa aka JW said...

Oh, Lee, I'm so sorry. Praying for you and your family!

mybabyjohn said...

I am so sorry Arlee. I will be thinking of you during this sad time.

DEZMOND said...

Accept my sympathies, Lee!

Gregg said...

I am sorry for your loss brother! I have and will pray for both you and his family. May God's grace sustain you all during this time of loss and sadness.

Alex J. Cavanaugh said...

Prayers for your family, Lee.

Marjorie said...

I offer my sincere condolences and gratitude for his service.

Suze said...

I am very sorry for your loss.

fredamans said...

Sending condolences and (((HUGS)))

Stephen Tremp said...

Nice tribute to your brother in law and your friend. You have fond memories and that's what tells you that you shared a healthy relationship.

Madeleine said...

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family, Lee at this sad time.

Lovely tribute to your brother-in-law.

Holly Ruggiero said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family,

Graywolfie said...

Looks like you both had a great friendship...sorry for your lost..

Graywolfie
Http://graywolfie.andrewandgrace.net

Rosalind Adam said...

So sorry to hear of your sad loss. Thinking about you.

Ellie Garratt said...

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.

Sue H said...

A sad time for you and yours, Lee, but a wonderful tribute to what must have been a remarkable man!

God bless.

wendy said...

katon was one of my dearest friends....we worked together for many years.....i remember his love of beer, making people laugh and he was crazy for barbra streisand....im so sad to know hes gone.....i hope i see him in heaven....i love you katon.

Chuck said...

My condolences Lee...that really sucks. Memorial Day is to honor him. Thanks for sharing.

The Old Silly said...

Very good and appropriate song. I feel for your loss, and this is a nice tribute post, Lee.

But since life goes on for us still living ... Have a blessed Mem-Day!

DiscConnected said...

Lee-

I know there are no words that can do what only time can do.

Hopefully there is some comfort in knowing there are many of us out here who call you 'friend' and are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Larry

L.G.Smith said...

Very sorry to hear that. My sympathies, Lee.

Joanne said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. It's sweet that you have such great memories of him. Blessings, Joanne

Munir said...

I am very sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. May God help you and his family get through this and heal. Amen

ib said...

His service is appreciated. I pray this finds you on the mend.

Sand Castles and Snow Forts said...

So very sorry. Praying for your family.

Andrew Green said...

Man, what can I say that others haven't already?
I am very sorry to hear of your loss.

Empty Nest Insider said...

I am so sorry for your loss Lee. My prayers go out to you and your family. Julie

Nicole said...

What a nice Frank Sinatra song. I never heard of it before. May it continue to serve as one of the many precious connections between you and your brother in-law.

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notesfromnadir said...

Nothing like remembering your cousin w/ Frank Sinatra. A wonderful tribute.

K.M. Weiland said...

So sorry for your loss. Saying a prayer for you and your family!

becca said...

sorry for your loss

fishyfacedesigns said...

May you find peace within from your family, memories and music!
take care.

Word Nerd said...

Laura said...

So sorry for you loss, Lee...

Ella said...

Sorry for your loss; it is never easy!~ I love the song tribute~
My thoughts n' prayers are with you and your family!

kimberlyloomis said...

Very sorry for your loss, Lee. Thinking of you and your family and hoping the memories of friendship give some peace.

Sidney said...

Lee, you touched me with this post. I'm your brother-in-law would toast you, too.

Perfect song.

Hilary Melton-Butcher said...

Hi Lee - that's sad .. but I'm so pleased you had good times together and have happy memories ..

With thoughts during this Memorial week .. Hilary

Brianna said...

My condolences on the loss of your brother-in-law, Lee. This was a beautiful tribute.