My dad. Throughout his life he was known by so many names you might not know it’s the same person: Dad, Padre, Pop, Lou, Bro, Cap Croghan, Papa, PapaLou Uncle Lou, Louis.
He was a father, son, brother, husband, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and great friend. A proud Irishman who loved to tease - always with that twinkle in his eye.
There is so much to say about my dad, a man who touched countless lives in his 99 years.
It's my hope that those who loved him continue to share stories and thoughts and pictures of my dad until the memories are clear enough and the images are seen enough so that my kids and the generations to come will know him well.
For now, I know dad is at peace. But what I wouldn't give for five more minutes.