February 13, 2004
My Grandfather
Harold "Ooky" Faith
Born - June 19, 1928 Passed Away - February 7, 2004Everyone in our community knew him. They knew him as a politician. They knew him as a staunch Southerner. They knew him as a Christian. And they knew him as a loving family man.
I knew him as all of these things, as well. But, as he was the first positive male influence in my life, I also knew him as a mentor and a role model.
He taught me the importance of being a hard worker. He taught me to fight for what you believe. He taught me the importance of democracy and patriotism. He taught me how to have compassion for my fellow man. He taught me the meaning of self-respect.
He taught me the importance of family. He taught me the meaning of unconditional love. And now, he has taught me the hardest lesson of all: Treasure what you have each and every day because tomorrow it might be gone.
His physical presence is gone, but his memory and his love will last a lifetime. And the lessons he taught me will last forever. He was, and always shall be, my grandfather.
Posted by Zip at February 13, 2004 06:40 PMexcept for Republicans..
Posted by: JO at February 13, 2004 06:45 PM**hug**
My thoughts and prayers have been with you all week.
Posted by: Zippy at February 13, 2004 07:11 PMI met your grandfather, and he was a cool guy. I'm sorry he's gone.
Posted by: b at February 16, 2004 11:41 AMI am sad for your loss, Zip. I know the feeling all too well.
Posted by: jason at February 16, 2004 11:43 AMZip, I am sooo sorry about your grandfather. Ooky was a great man. He (and your grandmother) were always very, very sweet to me when I was there. Please know that I am praying for you and your mom and her family.
Posted by: Domekia at February 17, 2004 10:00 AMBig hugs for good friends. We love you Zip!
You have been in my thoughts and I will continue to send well wishes your way. *hugs* Much love, Zip.
Posted by: Ginger at February 19, 2004 09:45 AMHe sounds like an amazing man. My thoughts and love are with you, sweetie...
Posted by: Natalie at February 20, 2004 12:24 PM