I'll never forget the day I met Gary. I was interviewing with him for a job and he came around his desk and greeted me like we were life long buddies. And it stayed that way from that day on. I was away from home and out of vacation time when 911 happened and he made sure I knew I had nothing to worry about and to get back safely when I could. He talked me down through the horror of those days like no one else could.
Gary always remembered the details of little things I said about my kids or my life and even when we hadn't talked for a while would always ask about them and tease me as much as possible. I never left a conversation with Gary where I wasn't laughing with a big smile on my face. He had faith in me to do jobs I didn't think I could and helped me through several tight spots. He was someone to count on and I made sure he could count on me and never wanted to give him reason not to. He was my person to call with big decisions. We didn't talk much these past few years but just knowing he was there was a comfort. I'll miss Gary more than I can say and my prayers are with Micheal, his family and all those who love him and find themselves with a gapping hole in their life. I love you Gary Reed. Thank you for including me in the ride.
