It is my belief that somehow there continues to be a connection between us and those departed. As such, I bid you a safe journey, Trees. You've left a legacy of true leadership of the SBSA and placed our ship on a firm course, of which we will not change. Thank you for your years of unselfish service to the Association and leaving us with a departing gift -- the Vietnam Combatant-Craft Crewman Insignia. This my friend, is a part of you. It will be worn with pride and will always be cherished by your brothers. May you rest in everlasting peace, mi amigo.

Bean