Apologies are in order...

for my "Four Men" post of May 8.

I was indeed trying to be heartfelt and respectful, but I have hurt some feelings with my musings. No offense or pain was intended on my behalf. Uncle Dewey meant a lot to me as well, and I could hardly believe it when I heard the news that he had gone on to meet his maker.

I had some brief conversations with some folks at the alumni dinner, and I was comforted by the fact that one of our own coincidentally was in Florida at the time, and could be with Duane and his family, however briefly. It was communicated that Mr. Cyros "spoke at the funeral", so my sincere apologies to the family for the error.

I had many fine years of memories from Troop 61, including the brief time that I knew Brian...and I certainly didn't intend to upset anyone by my postings.

It was, and is, my opinion and feelings towards the four men that I knew at a critical period in my childhood....and my opinions alone. I have modified my original post, but alas, the damage is done, and for that I am truly sorry.

Troop 61 means more to me than many will ever know.