Dear Fenno -
I was very saddened (and shocked) to hear of your death on Saturday last. I've been out of the loop lately, and had no idea of the tenor of your condition. I had so hoped to see you, emotionally refreshed and ready to lead the S.L.O.T.S. for another glorious rehearsal in the Woolsey Hall rotunda, next spring. I think we're all going to be a little off-key for awhile.
I've known you all my life (and have uncounted memories of you, mostly in song), but I wanted to remind you of something that came to mind when I first heard of your condition last Wednesday (from my sister, Morgan). The evening of the day Dad died (1/15/90), you came over to 223 Bradley St. (w/ Lou Hemingway) and sat down with Mom to immediately start composing the music program for his memorial service. It was such a comfort and joy to have you so immediately involved in what was Dad's greatest joy in life, singing, and you so help to keep things from missing the beat. Dad loved you, as do we all. Heaven almost seems enviable now with Bartholomew, Henning & Heath strutting the boards.
My love to you, Carol & family.
Cameron Henning
F F Heath Jr. 12-30-1926 to 12-05-2008
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Thank you. Your letters bring us joy.
Sincerely,
~Carol, Sarah, Lucy, Peggy, and Terry Heath
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Cam, when did you become so bloomin' eloquent?? What a gorgeous letter you wrote. I did not know Dad helped arrange your dad's service. Of course, he spoke of him often, and always admiringly. Much love, Sarah
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