Bernie's passing

As Grandma Ruby's friend Bernie recently passed away, I wanted to give her address in case anyone would like to send her a card. She is taking his loss very hard, as they developed a very deep bond in such a short period of time.

Bernie was such a wonderful friend to Grandma/Mom and enjoyed being with her so much. Their eyes just sparkled when they were together; it was amazing. Gives all who knew them hope, that new love and companionship has no age limit. Bernie really gave of himself, volunteering his time and energies from close friends to working with the Ventura County Sheriff's department. Sort of ironic that when they were called to his apartment the morning he died, there on the counter was his Sheriff's identification badge on the kitchen counter.

It was a very difficulty day for Grandma, finding her him sitting in his office chair gone from her forever. It was too short a time for her and for all who knew him; we sure enjoyed getting to know him. And he brought out the best in those he was around.

After Bernie's family arrived later in the day, we went back to mom's apartment. She played for me a voice mail that Bernie had left for her earlier in the week. It was something like this:

"Hi, gorgeous! I'll be late at the doctors, so go ahead and eat something. I don't want you to be uncomfortable. I'll see you later, I love you."

He was truly comfortable expressing himself and brighten up the life of those around him. I once told him that I wanted to tell him something and hoped it wouldn't make him feel uncomfortable. I said I thought dad would have liked him. Without hesitation, he responded" and from what I hear, I know I would have liked him." To say the least, I loved his answer.

Grandma's address is:
1567 E. Jefferson St. Apt 311
Simi Valley, California 93065
Her Phone: 805-582-9432

Love to all,
Chris Aunt/ Sister