My grandfather passed away exactly five months after my grandmother. His health, like her's, had been declining, but since I am so far away and removed from everything, I often still picture both of them sitting side-by-side in their arm chairs. I will miss them both!
As an engineer, he had a way with numbers and facts that carried over into almost every facet of his life, and I remember watching him complete home repairs and financial reports of all kinds with meticulous precision. But, he also had a tender side, particularly with my grandmother. And, my Grampa always had a soft spot for me! I am thankful that he got to know my daughters and his six other great-grandchildren and will treasure the pictures and memories I have of him!