Sometime in 1988, after moving from Minnesota to Camden Maine, my beloved wife Pam (passed unexpectedly 12/12/170) had the good fortune to meet Rena and together, they forged a kindred, caring relationship that would continue for years. You always knew when the two were together from the continuous laughter and giggles that overwhelmed any gathering. We all grew pleasantly familiar with Rena’s escalating response to awe and excitement as, from her heart, she would utter in amazement, “OMG.” Rena very much enjoyed sharing with others and we would frequently be invited to join many a celebration of her making at the Samosette in Rockport, also the site of her beautiful home in the Samosette Village. I clearly remember the table setting with enough silverware aside each plate to announce some very special culinary delight was about to appear. Years later, we introduced Rena to our next door neighbor in Pleasant Ridge, Charles Culpepper who was most likely the love of Rena’s life. Their first meeting was a blind date that Pam and I arranged and accompanied. WE went to a beautiful, quaint, shore side lobster shack and shortly after being seated, Charlie experienced a full blown panic attack which abruptly ended the magic moment (I immediately at his demand, drove him home) but as you know, and fate would have, Charlie rose to the occasion and shortly after, they were happily married - unfortunately for to short a time. Shortly after, I accompanied Rena on a road trip, bringing her classy blue topped - white Cadillac from Rockport to her home. I flew back the next day but not before she had me look through some of Charlie’s belongings. My favorites were his Tuxedo, leather flight jacket and a gray cable knit sweater with his WW II meritorious ribbon monogram. The leather jacket is currently with a most talented seamstress, also a friend and undergoing replacement of its well worn lining. The sweater comes out on special occasions and I purposely waited for this day to add this condolence because in a short while on Chebeague Island, I will be wearing the tux my good friend Charlie wore at his wedding to Rena at my wedding. I have no doubt that Pam, Rena + Charlie, 3 loved and dear friends, will be close to me today. Thanks for the wonderful memories and see you all later...