Dear Family: The last time I saw Vernie he ran up to me wanting to know where Gene was!! That has been a few years back at a family reunion. Always excited and smiling! I have known Vernie since he was just a little guy with curly, curly hair and beautiful eyes. I babysat Vernie, Karen and Alan before their brothers and sister were even born. It was Vernie, Vaughngee, Sissie (Cecile), Jane, Karen and Gene running through Grandma's house and causing commotion. Of course, I was the one trying to keep them out of trouble. I love my Aunt JoAnne so much. She and all of Vernies brothers and sisters have been so supportive and loving to each other. I hope they know how much their family is loved and how sad it is to say goodbye to Vernie. Vernie was always happy wherever he was and he loved whoever he was with. Much love, Joane