Our beloved Uncle Girard passed away yesterday morning. He taught me several lessons in life and for that I am greatly indebted. As a young person I was able to look at Girard and see many adult male attributes which I wanted to mimic. He was social with everyone and could be very funny. He also worked hard on his farm and was involved in his community through his support of the local schools, colleges and universities.
The summer visits between our families are among the most vivid memories of my youth. Often our visits to Washington coincided with the harvest and the sight of those big machines working the golden-hilled fields was unforgettable. We'd join the crew for lunch out in the big country openness and later get to ride the combines as the crew got back to work. Most notable in my memories are Girard's father Asa Clark, Sr. and his brother Asa Clark, Jr. and of course Girard himself. All combined a confident friendliness and openness that was kid terrific and is somthing worth emulating.
Goodbye Girard. Godspeed to you! THANK YOU!
Love, David
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