On Saturday, May 6th, we attended the memorial celebration for Phil, Jr.  … at my son Matthew’s church in Sussex, N.J.  It was quite a special time. See Jennifer’s Facebook Page and you will get a little idea of how the  “family”  gathering was quite an event…. many pictures…

Lots of emotions and memories shared.  I had the opportunity to tell how thankful I was for the past couple years as Phil and I talked…. and I watched him soften… then had my chance to say goodbye when Phil III called… and told me his dad could no longer speak but could still hear… then he put the phone by Phil’s ear… where I told him again that I loved him, said my good-bye and asked him to make sure he was there to greet me when it is my turn.

My sketch to honor Phil, Jr…..