Many of us lost a friend...

Larry Terry was not only a talented professional and great teacher in public administration, but a friendly and compassionate man who cared about people. He's gone at 52. Too young. Click here to read the obiturary column.

I worked with Larry at Cleveland State University for several years. He was a delight in so many ways. I was shocked when my wife pointed out his obit article to me.

Losing a Friend
By Don Iannone

We never know why or when--
we hope never
...and certainly not
...when we're still young.
Eventually
...we're all asked to move on.
I believe our souls seem to know
...even though our conscious minds
...often haven't a clue.
Take heart
...in the eternal connection
...all of us share
...and never lose
...even when we pass over.
May we remember
...the next time
...a sunrise blesses our day.