My favorite memory of Uncle Pete is when he came to Pittsburgh for my high school graduation. He came because he knew I was sad my dad couldn't be there. He was trying to embarrass me while I was walking up to get my diploma by following me up and taking all of these close up pictures! The thing is Uncle Pete, you couldn't embarrass me... even in my snobby teenage years. I admired you too much. I hope you knew how much I looked up to you. I hope you knew how much I loved you. I wish I had a chance to tell you that one more time. If you are looking down on us right now, I just want to say thank you. Thank you for being there for us when my dad died. Thank you for always making me laugh. Thank you for bringing Terry and Roseanne into our lives. Thank you for teaching me not to be so stubborn like you! I will bring all of our memories together with me forever. I love you and will miss you like crazy. My condolences to everyone feeling hurt by this loss. But like the priest said today, we will always be connected because of him. Now, let's be closer because of him. XOXO