Jack grew up in Mohall, N.D., and came home to run Mohall Drug Store and gift shop with his wife Roberta. Both Jack and Roberta were pharmacists. They took over the drug store from Jack's father, Clair. They operated it until their retirement some years ago. Sometime after their retirement they relocated to Fargo and wintered in Mesa, AZ, until a year ago. On our return to trips to visit Mohall after we had moved away, Joanne and I would stay with the Southams.
Not only am I saddened by Jack's death that grief is compounded by not being able to participate in the funeral. Jack's death was not COVID related but virus protocols limit participation. News of Jack's death exacerbates missing Joanne. She'd participate fully in the conversation about our times with the Southams. So much of grief is the loss of shared memories. It's moments like these when I feel lonely.
Takk for alt,
Al
On a lighter note here's Pickles.
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