I am one of Vern's daughter's (Kim) girlfriends and was about 13 when I met her dad. My memories of him had everything to do with what a good father he was, I really looked up to him. You could not be around him and be in a bad mood because he just always made you laugh and spread happiness. Even though he is not here anymore, I will always be thankful to have known him and will always remember his nice smile and warm eyes that showed the love and peacefulness he had. Lauri Martin