the last time we had a family gathering was the Summer of 2004. Unfortunately, my Dad was in the hospital with complications of diabetes. 7 mos. later he passed away and 8 weeks to the day after, we lost the 1st grandchild of the clan, my wonderful nephew Scottie, 27 years old, to a tragic drunk driving accident our of state. It was an incredible loss to the clan.
Kudos to my Mom and and Dad who started this amazing family in 1948!