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Originally Posted by ChiTown
To my Father, who was an Army Aircorp/Air Force veteran of WWII (1939-1945) in the European theatre and passed at the age of 81 in 2002. He was my hero, and still is to this day. A short man in stature, but a giant of a human being and Father. Thanks for your service and for being an amazing role model. Love you and RIP, Dad
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Your dad sounds EXACTLY like the beautiful and witty Mrs. FAX's uncle, Mr. ChiTown.
Army Aircorp, WWII, Euro Theatre ...
I loved that guy with all my heart.
Stood about 5.6/7 but was built like a damn brick shithouse. Hight and tight on the hair. Steel-blue eyes that would take the measure of your soul and a laugh that made you feel good about yourself. Started a hardware business on Sepulveda Blvd. in the Valley, then sold it and retired to a lake house on Center Hill Lake (about an hour or so from Nashville). Raised 4 great kids and 8 grandchildren. All of them turned out pretty good, too.
Ken Emigh was the man's name. A great friend. A great man. Held his hand when he passed. But, the kicker is this;
He made the best martinis I have ever had in my life. Tasted like nothing other than a cold cloud on a Utah mountain day.
I think I'll use his recipe tonight. It won't be as good, though.
FAX