Sunday, March 31, 2013
Dear Dorie, Ed, Karol, Joe and Eric, I was very sorry to hear of Ed's passing. It has been a very long time since I've seen or spoken with any of you. I worked for your families @ Wolf Hollow Racquet Club in the early - mid 70's. I was very fond of your Mom and Dad as employers of me as a teenager, along with Fred and Don and their families, too. I learned to play tennis there and it is a lifelong skill I am so very grateful for. I remember the trust your Mom and Dad placed in me to open up the Club @ 430am to sweep the courts and get things ready in the locker rooms. I remember hitting balls with the pros when they were on their breaks (and hopefully I was on mine) and I remember your Dad's gentle guidance so much so that I remember it today. I also remember your Mom stocked the refrigerator with the best cold cuts in the history of the world. Or so they seemed to a teenager. I enjoyed my work experience there very much and I will always remember your Dad as one of those who had a significant impact in my life; he probably never realized it because he was just being who he was. I was traveling on business when I read the sad news and have been meaning to write. We never know in many cases how we touch those who come into our lives - I will always remember how your Dad touched mine. My best to all of you. Pat Gillson
