"Motzarella" > wrote in message
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> It is with a deep sadness and a heavy heart that I have to report the
> passing today of our close friend Harry. After a long and progressive
> illness, Harry passed away today in Nanaimo, BC.
>
> A long and active participant on RFC and cook-ins throughout the
> Northwest,
> Harry had a deep and abiding love for people and cooking, not mention
> drinking and making wine. But mostly, his long time love of his life, Sam
> (Samantha) made him smile each and every day. And of course, his adopted
> home of Canada gave him an immense pride and joy. I think the Olympic gold
> in hockey in Vancouver sent him on with a huge smile.
>
> Kaari and I have had the great fortune to be a close friend of Harry and
> Sam
> for many years, both in Calgary and in Nanaimo. We shared a love of
> cooking,
> wine, travel and people. We have no greater memories in life than sharing
> time and life with Harry and Sam.
>
> Tonight, I will open a bottle of red, and toast him long into the night.
> Harry, we will miss you more than my words can express.
>
> Alan & Kaari
>
I'm sorry to hear this. I've always enjoyed Harry's posts. My condolences
to his family and friends.
Janet