In other sad news, I lost a long-time friend from the old neighborhood who attended Oliver, Boude Storey & SOC, plus, we joined the Coast Guard together and left for boot camp only 2 weeks out of high school – David Hamm. 

He was single and living in Alba, TX, (NW of Tyler) at the time of his passing, 9/21.  A neighbor with access to his house discovered him alone at home. 

When I spoke to him only 3 weeks or so beforehand, he was in good spirits (as always) and never shared any medical info that might’ve caused his sudden death. 

I’m still awaiting word on the official cause, as well as a date for his service at D/FW national cemetery, and will follow-up.

I had to go back a dozen or so pages to get caught up, but think I’m there now.

Sandy – I’m very sorry to hear that Don had to endure another bout with Trigeminal nerve pain.  But, I’m glad you were able to find a good neuro-surgeon who hopefully eliminated these terrible episodes from recurring.  I also send my sincere condolences for the loss of Don’s mom during this ordeal.  I can’t imagine the stress level this put both of you through, not to mention personal sadness.  I hope you’re both getting well-deserved R&R.

I was also saddened to read the news of Jimmy Martin’s passing.  Like so many already posted, he was very well-liked and one of those people who “never met a stranger”.  He will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.  I wasn’t able to attend his ‘Celebration of Life’ service, but watched portions of the vimeo recording – very nice and well-attended.