I will never forget the many kindnesses, large and small,that you showed my father and me during our time at Franklin County Memorial.Having lost not just a father, but my lifelong best friend, I am in agony ofspirit, so please forgive me if I inadvertently omit somebody in my thank-youlist. Terri – for washing and combing Daddy’s hair Veronica – for bringing usmusic and good cheer Case – for excellent care and silencing beeping machinesin the night Lottie – for gentleness getting those vitals Angel – for helpingme adjust that awful chair so I could sleep a little Vickie, Cheyenne, andAnita – for helping both of us breathe easier Gwen – for sharing faith Joanne –for keeping us keeping on Audrey – for your sense of humor Jonette – forcomfort (and showing me the shower room!) Creesie – for reminding me aboutstyle Jody and Jasmine – for the bathing and the caring and the jive Ayeshia,Ashley, tequila The Teresas – what is it about that name? STRENGTH Sherry +everybody in the cafeteria – for keeping me fed! As Daddy would say, “God blessyou in a great and might way.” -The Dowes

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