Sorry for your loss. Realizing he is in a better place without pain will help with losing him. Time does help. Memories will always stay with your family.
Marianne and family: Joe and I want to express our sincerest condolences at the passing of Gene. We pray that your memories to be sweet and loving. We hope that his life brings you all closer and move forward by incorporating his best attributes into your own. There is no better way to honor his life.