John Matthew Dean

November 21, 1993 - August 20, 1998

When I must leave you for a little while,
please do not grieve and shed wild tears
and hug your sorrow to you through the years.
But start out bravely with a gallant smile,
and for my sake and in my name
live on and do all things the same.
Feed not your loneliness on empty days,
but fill each waking hour in useful ways.
Reach out your hand in comfort and cheer
and I in turn will comfort you and hold you near.
And never be afraid to die,
for I am waiting for you in the sky.
-Author Unknown

This page is dedicated to my little cousin, John Matthew, who passed away from his battle with a malignant brain tumor in August of 1998. John was and still is a big part of my life.
He inspires me in everything that I do.