Ver & I are deeply, deeply saddened with the passing on of our dear friend & classmate, Frankie. We will continue to pray for him & his family as we are doing as soon as we learned of his illness on the website a few days ago. We last saw him during our class Mediterranean cruise in Oct 2004 & very fondly remember his exuberant spirit, his robust laughter, his joy during the dinners & evening shows but especially after the shows when we gather around for the banana flambe (merely 2 hrs after a big dinner!) Oh, how he relished this time with the group! We remember him for all the joys we shared, we'll remember him for as long as we live, he too shall live for he is now a part of us forever as we remember him. Viniang, your strength of character is admirable & will always remain an inspiration. Thank you for talking to me yesterday ( I called you not knowing he had passed on & you took time to talk to me). May your & your family's hearts find lasting peace among the many beautiful memories you cherish with him & may God keep & comfort you during this difficult time. We are with you in love & prayers. Ver & Lou