It was sad to read an e-mail from my good friend Steve Bryant about the passing of his father this morning. Only a couple of days ago did Steve catch up with me. It was then he was informed about the stroke his father experienced over Thanksgiving but the prognosis sounded hopeful.
I only met Mr. Bryant (Steve’s dad) a few times yet he was always a treat. How can anyone dislike a guy who owns and operates a donut shop? Back when I was unemployed, Steve and I made a trip to Pekin (where his family lived) to see them along the way for another errand. We dropped by the shop to say hello. It was evening so Steve’s parents were starting their day, making the donuts, prepping, etc. Mr. and Mrs. Bryant gave me a free donut and a chocolate milk which I thought was pretty cool because you can never be too old or too cynical to not enjoy such a nice offer. It definitely soothed the anguish I was feeling from being on the dole.
Please keep Steve and his mother in your thoughts and sympathies.