My dearest Lois, Mark, Ronna, Barry, Judy,Coleman and Judy,
I had just returned from a trip when I heard that Howard had passed away the week prior, and even though I knew how difficult his struggles were in the most recent past, I couldn't help but sit down and cry for his loss. There was something so warm and wonderful about him and the friendship he showed to everyone around him. His countless acts of generosity will most certainly leave a legacy for generations to come. I knew him as a lovely, sweet and very kind person. When Lois came into his life, I felt that she was his gift for a life spent thinking about others. Lois, I know how you felt about each other, and how you cared for him in the final days. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of mourning.
Please accept my sincerest sympathies,
Bobsie