A note to all who loved Dad...

Hi Everyone -

Thank you all so much for your prayers, messages and energy over the past two weeks.  Dad passed yesterday around 2:55 pm Central Time.  The moment I saw him... I knew discontinuing the ventilator was the right and humane thing to do for him.  I am really sad but very much at peace that he is no longer suffering.  I am making all of the arrangements today.  In the midst of not wanting this pandemic to affect anyone else's parents we (Brad, Fran and I) have decided to forego a funeral.  Dad's wishes were to be cremated and we plan on having a big celebration of his life this summer, once a vaccine is widespread and risk of contraction is much lower.  I will be working to set up a local scholarship fund in his name for anyone who wishes to donate (details forthcoming).  Please do not send plants or flowers.  If you've ever been to his house you know there's already PLENTY (its like the Jungle Book and an antique store collided in here lol).  Dad's life goal was education and I really want to honor that legacy in his name.  Thanks again for all of the love and support.

Taylor