Dear Captain Dave,
I had the pleasure as a boy and young man to be a part of your family, and I am a better man for that. I have learned from you the value of patience and friendship, and the ability to tell a good hunting or fishing story. You raised a great family with Virginia, someone I always liked to tease, but have such respect for. It was your time to be called to heaven, maybe by David, and the both of you will continue to care for those who think so much of you. You will be missed, but never foregotten.
A snow and ice storm in DC has prevented me from attending your service, but my paryers will be for Paul, Ginger, & Virginia, and all of those who so respected you and your family.
Former Billy-Goat,
Kevin Ryan