March 16- Saying Good Bye

It was a very sad day as we had to say good bye to Uncle Dick.

Uncle Dick made us laugh, cry, and taught us so much about the 
beauty and trade industries.

It was a very emotional day as he was very close to me and also was 
one of the first to be kind to Stan when he moved to Japan.  When I 
first moved to Japan he took us to an English Church at Christmas 
time as my father was in Europe for the school trip.  Uncle Dick also 
brought us skiing during our first few years in Japan.  In later 
years, we used to travel to beauty shows around the world together 
and he would introduce me to everyone and take care of me.  I have 
very fond memories of our travels together.

I was thinking about when I first brought a group to NY it snowed and 
we ended up getting there a day late, but just in time for the beauty 
show we needed to attend.  As the bus pulled up to the hotel, Uncle 
Dick was waiting for us even though it was very late at night.  Then 
the next day I wore my kimono and there was still a lot of snow on 
the ground.  As I was getting off the bus he jumped in front of me,  
took off his coat, laid it on the ground and told me to step on it so 
feet wouldn't get stuck in the snow!  It was just like something 
right out of the movies!
  

He was thoughtful in many ways, loved the newest electronic gadget 
and made us all laugh and cry!   Those of you who knew him, knew  
he had a big heart!!  Uncle Dick, we love you, miss you and you 
will always be in our hearts!!