My loss

[xj-grin]

My father, Dean L. Cummins, passed away this morning after 86 wonderful years. My dad was a WWII veteran, part of an artillery unit in central Europe - he was discharged with an 85% disability in 1945 after suffering frostbite to both feet and his lungs, though he refused to collect a penny until 2001, he refused to let his military experiences define him. He was the longest standing member of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists, likely by more than a decade, and he leaves behind not only me, but my 2 boys, and my sister, who works with the USACE. Dad was a beautiful man, and lived a beautiful life -- any success I have is a direct reflection on his wonderful soul. I will miss him, every day.

I may be a bit out of the loop for a while now, I have plenty on my plate -- thanks to you all for your support, I can feel it even when it goes unspoken.

Chris

[Fred]

Sorry to hear it, Chris. My dad was a WWII vet also. They were a special bunch.

Fred

[DutchVDub]

Sorry to hear Chris, my heart goes out to your family.

[SurfXJSnow]

my sympathies chris.

dont know what to say... :(

i just think its awesome that you have stories like that though, and stories make legends, and legends never die.

[Skully]

......it is always hard to know what to say in a situation like this so I am not going to say anything too profound................


I will say; hope you find the piece of mind and soul you deserve.......and remember you can come vent on here anytime you need to! :peace:

[Hugothegrunt]

Sorry for your loss Chris.

[Frank Z]

I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Cummin's when I installed a heater in his home. I spent more time just shooting the breeze with him than I did actually working. I can honestly say it was time well spent.

Your dad was a great guy Chris and spoke highly of you, Sheila, and his eyes simply sparkled when he spoke of the boys.

Although I didn't know him well, I certainly didn't look upon him as just a customer for the day. I saw him as Your Dad.....and that is something that he was deeply proud of being.

My sincerest and heartfelt condolences go out to you and your entire family.

God Speed Dean Cummins.

Let me know if you need anything Chris.

[welldone]

sorry for you loss just remember all the good times you and your father had, and remember that he is still watching over you and your family.

[Stang5lgt]

Sounds like a great guy and I am sad every time I hear about another of the Great WWII generation passing. My Grandfather fought and in WWII and he never wanted to talk about it much, he passed Jan 08. He was a great man. Sorry to hear about loss. And I hope your family brings you comfort and peace in your heart.:patriot:

[dotcom]

chris, im in shock!

your dad was a great guy! I always enjoyed talking with him.

[in4aride]

wow chris...sympathies to your family.....

[Hypoid]

Sympathies...yeah, what Mike said.

[YELLAHEEP]

Wow Chris. Shari and I send our deepest condolences.

2009 sure has been a hard hitting year for your family - but you guys sure have the strength and the bond to see it all through!

As always, don't hesitate to ask if you need anything - it'd be a pleasure brutha.

See you all on the 15th.

[ColoradoRaptor]

Sorry for your loss Chris!!

[XJNOOB93]

Thoughts and prayers are with you Chris. I am very sorry for your loss.

[planefixer]

Damn Chris, sorry for your loss.:(

Hang in there and stay strong.

[YosemiteMatt]

Best wishes to you in this time.