We lost a great Hawk fan last week...

[JPOHawk]

During a tragic boating accident while fishing last week my Dad lost his life. He was a U of I grad, 45 year season ticket holder and more importantly a fantastic husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. I was able to spend last Saturday night enjoying another Hawkeye victory with him. In fact his last days were spent fishing and enjoying life the way he did with his 3 sons, sons in law, a grandson and nephew. He will be greatly missed.

Thoughts and prayers with you and your family.

 

[rodg12]

So sorry to hear about your loss, Thom. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Remember the good times and cherish them always.

 

[iHawk]

Please accept my condolences.

 

[AHawk1]

"He has achieved success who has lived well, laughed often and loved much; who has gained the respect of intelligent men and the love of little children; who has filled his niche and accomplished his task; who has left the world better than he found it, whether by an improved poppy, a perfect poem, or a rescued soul; who has never lacked appreciation of earth’s beauty or failed to express it; who has always looked for the best in others and given them the best he had; whose life was an inspiration; whose memory a benediction."


Sounds like your father was a fabulous man. Seems this old poem on success fits him well. My condolences.