My dearest Liz.  After years of hearing amazing stories about your children, I finally had the pleasure of meeting Endi in 2013 when you and he were up from Virginia visiting Harvard.  We met for dinner at Chez Henri, and I was so excited to see you and meet your son.  He was so impressive and charming, and seemed equally comfortable talking with “the adults” and entertaining a 6 year old boy.  He engaged with Michael the entire evening.  And I’ll never forget how, when we left the restaurant and started walking back towards Harvard Square, Michael took hold of Endi’s hand while they crossed the street together.  You and I just looked at each other and smiled. 

I will always recall that evening fondly and the young man who made such an impression on my son.  May God bless and comfort you and your family, and help you with this unbearable loss.  I love you and am holding you in my prayers and in my heart.