Our family was blessed to include John Herbert Hemmings, known to his kindred as Jack or Papa. Papa left this world to pass to the next yesterday, Monday, March 6, 2006. He will be deeply missed. I love my Papa. He was an example to everyone. He was still volunteering at the CNIB and at Sunnybrook Hospital this past December.
Andrew and I spent an hour with Papa on Thursday, February 23 in St. Michael's hospital in Toronto. Although he could do barely more than whisper he kept the mood cheerful with his wit. He spoke with such positivity. He was a gentleman even under extreme adversity.
This picture was taken on Mom's birthday last year. I'm so glad that I have so many happy memories of my dear sweet Papa.
