Champelli Callicoat
Lori and Millie, Jon and I are so sad that Gary is gone, but somehow it's nice to think about him and your mom finally being back together. Their relationship was so endearing to witness, the sweet ways they spoke to each other and how much they cared for and loved one another. Your dad was always so dang nice and welcoming to us when we'd visit you there at the lake house on our way back from Door County. He'd take Jon out on the deck and talk to him so earnestly and warmly, that for the day, we felt like part of your family. And I remember how comfortable and at home he looked in the lake, water up to his chest, just smiling to himself at how beautiful it all was--the trees and sky reflected in the water and his family there enjoying it with him. He must have loved those long summer visits you and Millie did every year. Each time we saw him, Gary seemed so genuinely happy, like he knew what a wonderful life he had, and how very lucky he was. We're so sorry for you guys. And we love you very much.

