[Kathy in Alaska]

I needed to "share" the "news". I never met him in person, only thru FR, email, and occasionally on the phone.

Yes, he was a good cyberFRiend.

Both he and Barb have not been doing well for a while now.

I got this email in February when I asked if they were making forward progress.

"I don’t know about progress; we are both still alive, Barb has only one good lung and I have congestive heart failure and have to monitor my electrolytes every day. We are both on oxygen and will both be here as long as the good Lord wills it. :)

He had great faith! He is now whole and at peace. Prayers continue for Barb and the family.

[Daffynition]

Blackie was like a *second father to me. His advice was always clear and true....he falls into that category....*they don’t make them like they used to*. I valued his words of wisdom. sense of humor, and his devotion to Barb was extraordinary.

I wish I had known them in person. They had to be a *power* couple.

Thanks again.