I just learned my Godfather (not the Mafia type) died on the 8th. He would have been 96 in September. He was a first cousin to my mom, but they'd practically grown up together.
He remembered listening to the Joe Louis vs Max Schmelling(?) fight in the 30s on an old crystal radio bought in the 1920s. He remembered his grandpa who died in 1932. He seemed to know everyone from everywhere.
Most of all, he was a kind and generous man. (1928-2024)
@elbutterfield Thank you.
@poemblaze May he rest in peace and rise in glory. I'm sorry for your loss.
@stueytheround Thank you. He was a committed Christian.
@poemblaze There were two Louis vs. Schmeling fights. Schmeling won in 1936, and Louis won in 1938. They eventually became close friends and Schmeling was a pallbearer at Louis' funeral.
@Coctaanatis I expected someone to bring that up. He didn't know which one it was, just that he'd heard one.
@Coctaanatis I didn't know about their friendship.
Matt, I'm really sorry for your loss. I hope you and your loved ones find peace in your memories, and in knowing he was a good man. 💞🙏
@poemblaze 🖤 Thank you for sharing this tribute to someone good and decent!
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I'm so sorry, Matt. ♥
@poemblaze Your memories are a blessing to him.