The last I heard from him - a few months ago - I invited him to visit the next time he got near Rockford. On the off chance any one in his family reads this: your loss is my loss, my deepest condolences. Tom and I were friends since the mid 70s (Chicago CACHE Club). Posted by anon Decem11:41 PMīon Voyage mon ami. I see your comments in sundry blogs from time to time and remember thinking 'what a pleasant guy'. I'll miss having you pop up in my comments. Just spreadin' the news.) -Posted by Old Grouch Decem05:28 PM I wouldn't have known anything if Kristopher hadn't mentioned it in his comment at Tam's yesterday. we need to keep all the good guys we have! I look forward to your return, and comments at DP. We'll be holding a spot open at the Daily Pundit weekend cooking thread for your return - and your recipes! -Posted by Bill Quick Decem09:38 AM