~ Life is full of ups and downs. But bereavement is a unique happening by itself. It tends to shatter one’s life. The shadow of death pursues us all. Some of us go earlier. Some go later. We remember Leon’s laughter as we shared family highlights and broke break especially on visits to Washington, DC, his sense of humor, kind words of encouragement and spirituality. Please accept our condolences on this sad occasion. ~ Gather courage and pray for the departed. May God’s strength lessen your grief and comfort you.