My Granfather was larger then life, always laughing and smiling. His love for family was everything. I learned many lessions from my Grandfather, one among many was to never let anyone know what your thinking. As a child I loved spending time with him, he would say,"come take a ride with me" I knew I was going to learn something new. He covered the family with love and was fiercely loyal. The foundations of manhood were taught to me by the man that had the biggest impact on my life....My Grandfather. I love you ,I will never forget you, and I will carry your life lessions with me until I am called home and I see you again.