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Erwin Dreessen's avatar

Thank you for this story. It warmed my heart.

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Tom Mulvihill's avatar

I cried when I read your tribute....thinking your father would be proud!

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Kathleen O'Connor's avatar

Charlie, you are obviously a chip off the old block. Good on you.

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The Brothers Krynn's avatar

A great tribute to your dad, I'm sorry for your loss and think it wonderful you wrote this ode of sorts to him.

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Jeanette Poirier's avatar

Moving and inspirational! As a mom in her 80's, I hope I have been a similar influence to my children.

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Lil’Pixie's avatar

What a beautiful tribute! It is clear you are your father’s son, you share his deep-rooted acceptance of diversity, equality and inclusion - you both represent the best of humanity! 💙

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Linda's avatar

What a beautiful tribute! It is clear you are your father’s son, you share his deep-rooted acceptance of diversity, equality and inclusion - you both represent the best of humanity! 💙

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Mary Derbyshire's avatar

Such a moving tribute!!! ❤️

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Beverly Morley's avatar

Your Father's exceptional story is no surprise--after all, look what his wife and family have done and are doing. Thank the Lord for role models like John Angus....and his family.

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Mayura Samath's avatar

What a beautiful tribute to your dad, Charlie. He left a wonderful legacy and he would be proud of you.

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Wayne Krawchuk's avatar

What a beautiful tribute

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Connie Crichton's avatar

You were fortunate to be brought up by a man who was such a loving man. You are definitely following in his footsteps in the best ways. I enjoy reading and listening to you. It is a voice we need to hear right now.

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Carol roberts's avatar

Every father should have such a son. Beautiful writing.

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Tamra Turpin's avatar

Beautiful tribute. It brought tears to my eyes.

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Rosalind Hood-Morris's avatar

I've been reading this over and over. It is the most beautiful tribute to a father that I've ever been fortunate enough to read. Thank you Charlie. I'll shake your hand if I'm ever lucky enough to meet you.

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Jennifer's avatar

What a fine fellow he was! What a great example for you…

The apple never falls too far from the tree!!

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