Most Unforgettable Character

Last week, I travelled to Bettendorf Iowa for the funeral of a long time friend and associate, Kevin. Kevin was among the most talented and blessed people I have ever met. He was a gifted athlete, the consummate salesman, a lover of people, generous - especially to the elderly and homeless, and a wonderful father and husband who loved the Lord and Mary. Sadly, he only had 47 years on earth to share what he had been given. He left a wonderful wife and 5 children.

What made Kevin unforgettable was his passion. He never would approach doing something without trying to do it faster, better, or smarter, while having more fun. "I can't" wasn't in his vocabulary. He had no fear of rejection, and no fear period. All of us gained energy
just by being around him. As I taught him, he enriched me.

In this world of boredom, passion is such a rare quality to see. We are bored with our jobs, our teams, our friends, our hobbies, or even our families. Whatever we have is just not enough. Well, for Kevin, he loved it all, had fun with it all, and thanked God for it all. He genuinely loved people, and people loved him.

Thank you Kevin, for coming my way, for making me a better person, for taking me just the way I was. Thanks for being my most unforgettable character.