Dear Yaakov: I was shocked and grieved to receive the news, which I just did from my sister, of the passing away of your beloved father ע"ה. While I met him once or twice, I did not have the privilege of knowing him well. I do know that I was always impressed by your loyalty and love as a son, and I appreciate how bereaved you and other members of the family must feel. There is little one can say from a distance, save that I join you in your sorrow and that Mindy and I offer you our most sincere and heartfelt condolences.To you and other members of the family, go our most profound wishes that המקום ינחם אתכם בתוך שאר אבלי ציון וירושליםCordially,Rabbi Norman LammNL:cw