I remember many memories about Gary, but sadly, not nearly enough- and I regret that. First, Gary looked SO much like my DAD. Laura and I would talk about it every time we mentioned him. His facial features always took me aback. He was such a kind and light-hearted soul, too.

I remember a Denver broadway show we shared with Gary and John (and Pizza Republic before). Walking downtown and laughing. They were so easy to spend time with- the  joyous and easy energy of this couple so in love. ❤️❤️❤️

Next , was the kitten they rescued from us. (Ratchet). Laura and I were living in SW Denver and a feral kitten fell into the window well of our rental house. I got up for an early shift at the hospital and heard this desperate meowing. A tiny kitten out of nowhere! We couldn’t keep it. I had to work. Gary and John were the first ones we thought of and they said yes right away and took it home. There was some complicated maneuvering to get this kitten into their loving home ASAP. I pictured John driving with this little feisty kitten on his head! 🤣 I got some pictures and, of course, watched from FB. I LOVED  seeing and hearing about Ratchet and his dads. 

I remember another time, after Gary got sick. We talked on the phone for almost 2 hours about the past , the present and the future. He was so upbeat, funny and easy to talk to. I felt a real kinship with this kind man.

Lastly, life happens that keeps people apart.  Somebody has to work and can’t make the date.  Mutual friends don’t get along so group get togethers don’t happen. (I did not understand  this). I ended up a social media friend. I loved Gary’s sense of humor. I watched from afar and he made me laugh so much from my home. 

Don’t let friends slip away for silly reasons. Fight and reschedule. This wonderful, kind man will always be on my mind. RIP, Gary. John, you are never far from our thoughts. We are so, so sorry for the loss of your soulmate, John. 💔 

Jan and Laura ❤️❤️❤️