Cross Country Meet in Solon

The boys took place in a cool little cross country meet put on yesterday at the school.  I think it was an apptempt at getting more people interested in the sport.  They had a nice showing of people and the boys had a great time.

Kale just before the finish line.

Dade is still going, just before the finish line.

"How much more?" says Nash.

Cousin Ryan too.

Colleen has more pictures on the “real” camera – but here are some I took as they finished with my phone.  The weather was gorgeous and it was fun for everyone.

My Dad : 1947-2009

My dad, buddy and all around cool guy passed away this week.  Being an only child – him and I spent a lot of time together.

Here’s a copy of the obituary from the newspaper:Altman, Arthur Ruben
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Arthur Ruben Altman, 1947-2009

Arthur Ruben Altman, 1947-2009

Arthur Ruben Altman, 61, of Solon, died Saturday, April 18, 2009, in his home from a heart condition. Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 22, at Brosh Chapel in Solon, where there will be full military rites conducted by Solon American Legion Stinocher Post 460. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the chapel. A graveside memorial service will be held at a later date. Brosh Chapel in Solon is in charge of arrangements.

Arthur was born Dec. 6, 1947, in Solon, the son of Ruben and Elnora (Heinsins) Altman. He married Carlene D. Long on Aug. 24, 1971. Art was an avid Volkswagen fan and enjoyed attending many different VW shows when he could. Art’s favorite moments were with his three grandsons.

Arthur is survived by his son, Tom (Colleen) Altman of Solon; grandsons, Kale, Nash and Dade; sister, Leona Toussaint; and mother-in-law, Dorothy Long.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Carlene Altman on July 6, 2000.

We’ll miss ya Dad – please keep a place for us.  Love, tom   :)