Introduction into the Boccio family back in 1971 was something I found a little nerve wracking.  After all I was the first girl friend of your oldest son, "Tommy".  I was 5 years younger, and my maiden name O'Neil began with an "O" rather than ending with one.  Mom was a tough cookie in the beginning, she had to be sure Tommy was making the best choice.   However, we began to understand each other and realized that we both shared a love for "Tom".  Our relationship over the years became terrific.  We shared many of our thoughts and feelings over that cup of early morning coffee when we came to visit and over the phone when no one else was around to hear our conversations.  But you, Dad, always seemed to understand or perhaps it was just that soft spot you had. You always referred to me as that "nice Irish girl my son is dating" up until the time of our engagement when you began referring to me by my name, Linda.  When you learned "pig latin"  you began to call me "Indalay" and continued to do so until the last time I saw you.  You always enjoyed the bit of tomboy in me, I played softball, loved the outdoors, knew how to swim, drove a truck and even knew a little about cars.  You and I had many conversations about business when I worked in Chemical Bank.   You were a person who loved and lived your life to the fullest.  You were one of the best on the dance floor.  I don't think any of us cound keep up with you! I never saw you down.  You always had a smile, a "tip of your hat" and a cheerful word for anyone you encountered.  You cherished your wife, loved your sons and celebrated your grandchildren.  There are so many stories, a multitude of  memories, all of them good.  You are missed, but have left each and every one of us with a smile on our face when thoughts are of you.  I will continue to celecrate you life by taking you lead and enjoying the moment, the people, the experience and will try to dance every day in your memory.  Love you!