Dear Ribacoff family, I am deeply saddened and empathize with your sorrow. My children grew up in dear Dr. Ribacoff's chair. I grew old in his chair listening to family stories and looking at Sarah's artwork, hung with pride. You already know but he was so proud of you and loved you.He was a health provider but he was much more. With my cancer, when things looked bleak, he was always positive. His knowledge of my cancer and how it related orally was reassuring.I sit here with tears running down this old man's cheeks. One advantage to age, I have experienced the loss of a close loved one. When first lost, we grieve, but a miracle happens. After time, our thoughts of our loved one brings joy and laughter and most of all, a new appreciation for all that is good past and present.For the last time, I want to thank the Dr. for my "Ribacoff" smile.With our thoughts and prayers,Valarie, Kimball, Timmy and Gary Jones