For twenty years we officed together -- we talked law, we talked politics, we talked religion. We laughed a lot (Joe's roaring belly laughs were quite contagious you know) . I would often laugh when I would hear Joe's snores as he took his afternoon catnaps. Every morning for the past 15 years I would straighten the wall hangings on our adjoining wall and grumble to myself " Why can't he just sit in his chair instead of falling into it and bouncing off the wall ?" I loved that old boy like a brother --I will miss our chats about the law, about politics and about religion. I will miss those afternoon sounds of relaxation emanating from his office. What I will miss the most--is Joe. The world is a better place because of his contributions and I sure do miss looking at those crooked wall hangings!!! May my good friend and confidant rest in peace. I will never forget you.
My Colleague, My Friend, My Landlord
Richard J. Boesen Sep 15, 2008