by Michael Guthrie, son-in-law

One year on. It's still hard to process the sudden absence of a constant, powerful person in your life, especially a parent. Walking through your spaces now is a surreal experience. They're all moments frozen in time that now lack their curator. We're so fortunate to have shared our existence with you and yet still be able immerse ourselves in your world. We will carry it on. ️🏻 They're all so uniquely you, comprised of all of your tastes, talents, and desire to keep things folded perfectly and tools exactly where they were supposed to be. Astonishing bowls that are nearly complete but now lie awaiting their master's hands. Pens that just need the final, most important sanding that leaves them as glossy as glass. Dust yet to be blown off or vacuumed from the last ever important project. Your overflowing black book with names and info for every friend you ever knew, whether they were neighbors, acquaintances, or celebrities, you could make anyone feel considered and important.  ​Even throughout this unforgiving disease you were still a foundational bedrock for this family. It's going to be hard to carry on but at least the pillars that you built remain for us. We're continuing on with you, alongside you, and on the path you forged. The legacy that you've left will continue on through all of us and into and beyond your beloved grandson. We thank you endlessly for your strength, your passion, your compassion, your character, and your love. We miss you dearly.