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Jayne Marshall's avatar

I'm so sorry for your loss, Sabrina, Pete and all the family. This was a beautiful and touching tribute ❤️

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Thank you so much Jayne. Appreciate all you've said. ❤️

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Andrea Eschen's avatar

This is a beautiful and very personal tribute to Pete's father. He sounds like quite a guy. I can see a part of why Pete is the way he is. You wrote a memorable capsule of is life. The photos are wonderful, especially he and Doreen cracking up. The kitchen story was a great anecdote. It shows his patience, kindness, and ability to get along.

Sending my deep condolences to Pete and Doreen. I'm thinking of you all.

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

We all love that photo of Eric and Doreen too. It makes me smile from deep inside. Thanks so much for your condolences- they have been passed along.

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Martha Osowski's avatar

A wonderful piece Sabrina, and such a lovely account of Eric’s life. Our condolences to Pete, you and all of the family - and I absolutely loved the kitchen arranging story. 💕

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Thanks so much Martha. I'm glad you appreciated the kitchen story!

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Amy Rabon's avatar

What great memories. Thank you.

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Thank you Amy.

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Jen Zug's avatar

What a lovely tribute. Thank you for sharing with us a bit of his life, personality, and impact.

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Ah, thanks so much Jen. It all just came pouring out of me. I know as a fellow writer you will understand that. He was a gentle character, and will be missed.

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Sonia Huelsenbeck's avatar

Very sweet and touching tribute. You may enjoy Sarah Silverman's latest Netflix special, Post Mortem. She talks about her parents' recent deaths in a way that manages to be crass, funny and touching, all at once.

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Thanks Sonia. I will take a look at Post Mortem. Sounds exactly like the kind of thing I'd enjoy!

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Stephanie's avatar

Derek and I send our condolences and love.

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Thanks Stephanie, much appreciated. ❤️

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Martin Kohout's avatar

He sounds like an extraordinary man. My condolences to you and Pete and all who loved him.

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Thanks so much Martin. I'll pass along your condolences. xx

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Pamela Harwood's avatar

What a lovely tribute to a dear man! He was well-loved, and knew it, even, apparently in his last years. My love goes out to you and Pete, and all the family.

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Thanks so much for your kind words Pam. I appreciate it and will pass along to Pete. Hoping you and Hugh are doing well in recovery mode now!

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