LAURA DAWE

on friday we lost our beloved victor, my stepdad, to cancer.

it came on quickly and presented itself mysteriously. in january he was his big strong self, by the spring he was mostly blind and had long since been able to walk. he was an example of grace throughout it all- sweet and loving and funny right up until the end.

vic and my mom celebrated their 25 year wedding anniversary in december of 2024. he retired not long after. he turned 65 in a hospital bed.
there are 6 “kids” in our blended family- three from each side- and TEN beautiful grandkids. poppa V is and will continue to be an absolute legend. he taught us all so much — from framing a painting or plumbing a faucet, to showing up when it’s tough. he had integrity. he stood and delivered. he was a Good Man. he changed my family and my life forever. he made my mom’s dreams come true and he was one hell of a cat dad.
i love you vavitron. thank you. happy hevin i’m glad you are free.