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Peacefully at Hope Street Terrace, Port Hope on Thursday April 30th, 2020 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Alice Behan (nee Scott) for 59 years. Pre-deceased by his parents Thomas Behan and Rose (nee Cavanaugh). Loving father of Thomas (Teresa), Connie Ham (John), Mike (Kim), Pat (Heidi) and Cindy Howe (John). Dear grandfather of 15 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. A private family service was held. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. If desired donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
Dear Behan Family. I am so sorry to hear about your Tom and wanted to offer our condolences. I can only imagine how difficult this must be for the your family at this time but I want to let you know that our prayers and thoughts will be with you through this difficult time. My Dad has several great stories about Tom Sr he loves to tell and we went through a few over the past week. Please accept our sincere condolences Sincerely, Quigley Family, Rory, Denise, Pat and Meg
Please accept our deepest condolences. Tom was such a well respected, hard working man in this town and he will be greatly missed. Don & Frances DePalma and family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Behan family. Tom was an exceptional man with a big smile, who has left a huge imprint in this life. He will always be remembered. Sincerely, Floyd & Julie
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
I'm so very sorry about your dad Tom.
To Alice and Family So very sorry to hear about Tom. George has many fond memories over the years of Tom. He was a great man and will be fondly remembered. Our deepest condolences. George and Deb Marshman
My Condolences to the Behan family. So sorry for your loss.
So sorry for the loss of your dad Connie. God Bless May he Rest in Peace
Our thoughts are with your family at this time. May all your great memories help your family through this difficult time
Dear Tom, Teresa and Family, Although I did not have the pleasure of meeting Tom Sr. personally, I know through his various projects, he was an integral part of our community and a very generous gentleman. Our community has lost another pillar who did his best to make this area a great place to live. He will be sadly missed, but wonderfully admired. May He Rest In Peace. Bryan
Pat and Heidi and family. It is with sadness that we learned of Tom's passing. May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. Our most sincere condolences. Port Hope Fair Board
My thoughts are with you during this sad time. I will always remember Tom, especially his laugh. Although he leaves behind a wonderful wife and family, I know you will all be a great source of comfort and support to one another during this difficult time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
Tom Jr & Family: Sincere condolences to you and your family.
We would like to send our condolences to the entire Behan family, may he rest in peace.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
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So sorry to hear and my sincere condolence to all the Behan family.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
Tom, Tom Jr., Sue and James; I am so sorry for your lost. Our thoughts are with you. Eugenia and Robert Cairns
So sorry to just hear about the passing of such a wonderful and personable gentleman. We send our condolences to Alice and the family. I will always remember when Tom was named the Senior Citizen of the year in Hamilton Twp. Rest in Peace Tom
Tom, Theresa and Family, We are so sorry to hear about your Dad, Father in-law and Grandpa. May the many memories to have of him bring some comfort during this tender time. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days ahead! Take Care, John & Kathy
Alice, Connie and family, Our condolences to you and your family on the passing of Tom Sr. I will always treasure my many memories of working with your wonderful family and especially Tom's great smile and sense of humour. His amazing legacy will always live on. Sending love, Barb and Roger
Thinking of your family at this time. My dad always referred to Tom as a great person, a pleasure to be around and a great boss. So I believe Tom will be joining dad in heaven. Sorry for you loss. Angie Wilce ( Leonard McBrides daughter)
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the Behan family.
Our sincere condolences to the Behan family. Tom was a great person who always had the time to say hi and talk with you. RIP Tom! Herman and Sandra van der Veen
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
So sorry to hear of your loss during this trying time. Michael O'Brien
My Dad Raymond was a close cousin to Tommy and the Behan family. When Dad passed in 2008, Tommy and Alice shared their stories about him. The connection of family is important especially during times like this. My Mother, Margaret and our families wish to pass along our sincerest and heartfelt thoughts at this time.
To Alice and family, we are so sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. Enjoyed many fun times, especially with the Optimist friends.
Connie & John and family, as well as the Behan family, we are so sorry to hear of Tom Sr.’s passing. Our deepest condolences and prayers to you all.
Dear Alice and family , Suzanne and I send our condolences to you on Tom’s passing . I always regarded Tom as one of the true entrepreneurs in our community . He began with a dream and made it a reality . His keen wit , honesty and quick , kind spirit were always appreciated . A true family man he nevertheless never forgot his community . He was very generous . These human traits he passed on to his family . What a wonderful legacy . He will be sorely missed . Peter and Suzanne Delanty
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Our thoughts and prayers to everyone in the Behan family. We have many fond memories of family events with Tom and the Behan family. Our memories of Tom will be treasured. Gods blessings.
Phil Pam & family are so sorry to hear of your loss.Tom was a great man who will be truly missed by all who new him.Please know our thoughts & prayers are with you all.Sending big hugs.The Bailey family.
Tom was the epitome of a salt of the earth person. He and his beloved wife Alice, built a solid and successful construction business from humble beginnings many years ago. The company continues to be highly regarded by their many employees and clients. He was a role model to his family and business associates and will be truly missed by the Northumberland community. R.I.P. Tom.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
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Our sincere condolences to Alice and all of the Behan family in the loss of Tom . He was a great man .. both personally and in business . Dalton and I will always remember the time we met up with you and Tom at the Cracker Barrel in Orlando for dinner and a visit . Much sympathy to you .
Our sincere condolences to Alice and all of the Behan family in the loss of Tom . He was a great man .. both personally and in business . Dalton and I will always remember the time we met up with you and Tom at the Cracker Barrel in Orlando for dinner and a visit . Much sympathy to you .
Our thoughts are with you all. Cousin Tom was a kind and generous man. Sharon Whitney/Damon Whitney
Just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. Thinking of you all, take care. Cindy
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your families.
We would like to send our condolences to the Behan families, may he rest in peace.
To Mrs Behan and the whole Behan family. We are so sorry for your loss. He will be deeply missed. Our thoughts are with you.
Dear Behan family, We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was a wonderful man and a good friend to many. We have great memories of a hard working, good friend, fun guy always with a laugh. He will be sorely missed by all that knew him. Deepest sympathy. Mark and Patricia Perkin
So sorry to hear about Uncle Tom . Ted and I had a very nice afternoon with him a while back , he was always happy and full of life . My heart felt condolences to you all .
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I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Thomas. He was my Grandmother Cathy's brother and I remember meeting him as a child and hearing stories. My thoughts and prayers are with all those close to Thomas.
Alice, so sorry to hear of Thomas's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you family. I'm the family historian. Thomas would be a 3rd cousin to me via Cavanaugh's. I didn't realize we lived so close. I'm in Whitby. In time and when your ready pls connect. I heard of Thomas's passing via Laura McCracken Ebbrell. Thinking of you at this time. Kevin Hoeg
We are truly sorry to hear of Toms passing. I know dad truly enjoyed working at Behan's for a quite a number of years. He has a lot of good memories.
We were saddened to hear of Tom’s passing! He was such a nice man! May you find comfort in all the beautiful memories you shared throughout the years. Our thoughts are with all of you! Gary & Lisa Ferguson
My deepest sympathies to the family at this time. Love, Reta Calberry OXOXOX
So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of my dads time at Behan Construction. Your dad was a kind man to my dad when he was in need . I will always be thankful for that.
Deepest condolences to Alice and the Behan Family for your loss. Tom was a good neighbour, a dedicated business man and a strong community supporter. He will be missed. Sincere sympathies, Murray, Ken, Tammy & Marion Davey
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
My deepest condolences to all. Tom was an amazing man always smiling and the kindest man I’ve ever known. He will be missed by many.
Alice, Tom Jr. and all the Behan family. So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. Mike Kenny
I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of this wonderful man. Tommy was a huge part of my development in the construction industry as a young kid. Although I never worked for Tom directly we did a lot of contracts together when I was with H&K. We went to a few golf tournaments and ball games together, and my god he could make me laugh. Tom was always good to be around and I am so grateful to have met him! Ive always thought over the past few years, that I should stop in at Behan Const. and see Tom and the boys, and i'm sorry for not taking that time. Tom will be sorrily missed. Alice and Tom jr. and family, ..please accept my condolences.
Sincere sympathy in the loss of Tom. He was a great role model for you all and from very humble beginnings, he accomplished so much. Always generous and supportive of his community and especially his family. He will be missed by all. I especially remember family Christmases at Aunt Aileen's as a child. What fun and pandemonium! Cherish the memories and the good times. Cathy McCann
Sincere Condolences to all the family so very sorry for your loss it was a pleasure to have known Tom Hugs ?
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Dear Alice , Connie, John and families. There are no words that can be expressed to take away your pain at this time. I just want to let you know that you are in my prayers and you have my deepest sympathy at the loss of such a great and kind man and father. He will be remembered by this whole area as one of the best. So sorry. Ted.
We were so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We send our deepest sympathy to the Behan family. He was a wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Friend to anyone he met. What a guy!! I know you have many wonderful memories and I know they will help you deal with the pain and loss you feel right now. Take care of yourself and each other. With our deepest Sympathy - sent in Friendship and Love Fran & Bill
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
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A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
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Dear Alice and Family, We were both so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Our condolences to all of you. The Doyle family has many memories of Tom and his generosity to so many people. The whole community of Cobourg and Hamilton Township has lost a man we all will remember for generous friendship, humour and actions over the years of contributing to the growth of our special town. We both wish we could convey these thoughts in person. May your memories bring comfort in these difficult times. Sincerely Anne and Dave Doyle and Family support
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
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A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
Dear Alice & Family, My deepest sympathy to at this time of loss. Tom was a kind loving man. He always had a smile & often a joke to share with others. In sadness, Lois
Our condolences to all of the Behan Family
Our deepest sympathy to all the Behan family. Such a great family and community man. Our thoughts are with all of you at this very difficult time
Sorry to hear about Tom. Our sincere condolences to you and your family, Alice.
Our condolences to all of the Behan Family
Alice and the entire Behan Family, please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss. He will surely be missed.
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Connie, John and family, So sorry to hear the news of your Dad passing. Thinking of your family at this very sad time. Sincerely, Lynn and Vince
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
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A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
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Thinking of you all at this exceptionally tough time. Love from Barry, Sandy, Taylor and Max. Love to you all!
Tom I was very sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. He formed and built a great construction company which, over the years has contributed to many very successful projects and community initiatives in Cobourg and the surrounding area. May your memories of him and his accomplishments give you comfort.
So sorry for your loss. Tom was such a kind man. He will be missed for sure.
So sorry to hear about Tom. He was a very well respected man within the community and he will be truly missed. Our thoughts are with your family at this most difficult time. Blaine & Lynda Darling
Alice: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Fond memories of Tom, always smiling and the contributions to our community over the years by your family will never be forgotten, always there when then there was a need. Ed & Marg
Dear Thomas, Teresa and family, Thinking of you during this difficult time. Cherish the wonderful memories you have of Thomas. Respectfully, Eileen Sheppard and Mike Pronk
So sorry to hear about the loss of Tom. He was a devoted family man but still had time for the community he lived and worked in. Tom was an outgoing friendly man with a big smile and sense of humour that will be missed by many. My thoughts are with the whole Behan family at this sad time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
Our condolences to the entire Behan family during this difficult time
The Behan Family We were saddened to hear about Tom's passing. He was such a great person. Our thoughts are with you.
Dear Alice and family, My thoughts are with you all especially at this time. Treasure the memories you have as they cannot be forgotten or undone. My deepest condolences for your loss. Betty Lou (Kelly) Minaker
My sincere sympathy to the Behan family. So sorry to hear of Toms' passing. Tom was a very generous person and a well respected businessman. We always enjoyed Tom's company in our Dalewood golfing group. Tom will not only be missed by his many friends but the entire Northumberland community.
Dear Tom and Theresa, We are so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing . He was a true gentleman. Our sincere condolences to you and the rest of the family. Thinking of you. Rick & Karen Stinson.
Sorry to hear of the sad news, You are in our thoughts today
Millie & I will keep Tom in our thoughts and prayers.
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So very sad to hear of Tom’s passing. A great loss to family and everyone who knew him. Always uplifting to be in his presence. Our sincere condolences. Ron & Joanne Bailey
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
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Alice, I send my sincere condolences to you and your family. Tom, so well known for his business acumen and community involvement, needs nothing said from me. I will remember him for other things: that off-the-cuff sense of humour and his hearty laugh. I will remember him for his generosity and his thoughtfulness in little things that he could so easily have ignored in his busy world. He was fun to be around. He was aware of the needs of others in the community as he so generously exhibited. I will always remember his friendship and the bad golf we played together. Sadly, we tend to drift apart as we retire and grow older but by then good memories will always be there to remind us of those happier times. May you and your family find peace in your many memories as I know you will. Roy Kempton
What a terrible loss for your family and our community…a man with a heart of gold and ethics to match. Our deepest condolences. Brian and Cheri (MacGregor) MIlner
My family and I would like to send our condolences for the passing of Tom Sr. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I cannot say enough about Tom, he was a wonderful, generous, funny, hard working, caring, loving person. You have been blessed and he was as well for all of you to have such a wonderful family with Tom as your role model. Remember all the good times. You will be in our prayers
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
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Dear Alice and Family, Passing on my sincere sympathy to you all in the time of Tom's passing. Tom was a great man and always had a kind word to say. I remember him coming and sitting with Wayne when he laid in the hospital. Just remember that you will always have your good memories and these are things no one can take away.
To the entire Behan Family. I was saddened to hear of Tom Sr’s passing. I knew him for a long time and always had a great rapport with him. Please accept my sincere condolences. Ross Dudley
My most sincere condolences for the loss of your beloved Tommy. He was such a nice man. I remember him coming to visit John early one morning when John was dying. I appreciated that visit so much. Alice to you and your family I'm thinking of you and sending much love for your loss. Sincerely, Carol Lawless
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Alice, Tom & Teresa, Connie & John, Mike & Kim, Pat & Heidi, Cindy & John and family, so very sorry for your loss of Tom. Hugs to all, our thoughts are with you all.
So sorry to hear about Tom's passing. My heart goes out to you Alice and all of your family members. May your good memories help you through this difficult time... I have many good memories of Behan & Lang get togethers when growing up in Ham. Twp.
So very sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Sincere condolences.
Dear Alice and the Behan family Linda and I are sad to hear of Tom’s passing. There are many things I could say but the most important would be, his word was his bond. Please accept our most sincere condolences. Linda and Dave Tredree
Tom, thinking of you and the family during this difficult time.
I will always remember your dad as a kind caring person. I will never forget the day the wind took our slide in camper off the back of our truck on Hwy. 28 north of Baliboro and it ended up in the ditch on the opposite side of the road. I thought, what do I do now? Then I thought of Tom and his boom truck he had for his concrete business at that time. I called him and told him my predicament. He said I will be up shortly, and he was, like a first responder. Loaded it and took it to his yard. It was a write off and he said I will give you some time to salvage what you want out of it and then I will dig a hole and bury it for you. I said what do I owe you for picking it up for me and bringing it to your yard? His reply, "Nothing, have you not had enough bad luck for one day"? I will never forget that statement. A real first class guy and a great friend.
Alice, Tom, Cindy, Connie, Mike, Kim. Rose, Brent, Nancy and all the employees at Behan Construction my deepest condolences on such a tremendous loss. Tom was a pleasure to work with and leaves a wonderful legacy in all of you.
Such a wonderful man. Our thoughts are with all of you. Mark and Laurie Caine
our deepest sympathy.
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Alice, Tom Jr., Connie, Mike, Pat, Cindy, you have certainly had a tremendous loss today, A Leader who has put a huge effort in support of hisfamily, community, fellow persons, and all who were around him. A life time of great memories will follow. I will miss my FRIEND.
Sending our condolences to the Behan family at this difficult time. A great man who will be missed by many.
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Very sorry for your loss Tom was a great guy. Pam & Dave Davidson
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Tom was a pillar of the community. Always a kind-hearted gentleman and mentor to many. His life was well lived, with a beautiful family his legacy. Please accept my condolences.
We send our heartfelt condolences and prayers to all the Behan family. Tom was truly a genuine kind person and will be truly missed. ?❤️
Thinking of you at this time Tom was such a wonderful man and I hope you draw strength and comfort from your family at this time
Dear Behan Family, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of such a great man. Thinking of the family and sharing in your sorrow with love and friendship. Joe & Cindy
From our hearts to yours sorry to hear about Tom Sr.. Todd, Shelley, Bryer and Keltin
Tom Sr. will Always be remembered as a True Gentleman . Our Condolences to The Behan Family .
Sending our deepest condolences Our sympathies to you all and your families. Your in our thoughts at this time of sorrow. Thinking of you. Jeff & Tracey Easson
Alice, Connie, Tom & Teresa...I am so sad to hear of the passing of Tom and while I know how much you'll miss him I hope you'll take comfort in the memories you shared and what a fine example he set for us all.
April 30, 2020 Alice and family. So sorry to hear of Toms passing. I have known Tom since we were teenagers. Always had a kind word and concern.
To all the family my sincere condolences. He was indeed a fine man. Trusting that many good memories will bring comfort at this time.
My heart and prayers are with you all.im so sorry for your loss .Tom was a very special man always took time to talk and ask ( how are you doing, and how is your work,, and family ) God bless you all.
To Alice, and Tom & Teresa, and Connie and the Behan Family: so sorry for your loss. It's a difficult time not to be able to share and grieve with family and friends but please know that I will include Tom in my prayers and God Bless you all.
Dear Behan Family....Please accept our most deepest sympathy in your loss. Tom was such a kind, wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Cindy, Mike, and families, please accept my condolences on the loss of your beloved father. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your father was a great man who helped many both in life and through his generosity to my brother Ken Petrie for sports. I actually didn't know that him and Ken were both at Hope St Terrace but he does look familiar to me from my visits there. Please take care.
Sorry to hear of Tom passing. I worked for him many years ago. He was a very hard worker and a great employer. Our condolences go out to Alice and there Family.
Our sincere condolences to you at this most difficult time, there was only one Tom Behan Sr, we are humbled to have know him
So sorry for your lost I have known Tom for over 50 years and he was always willing to help out when you needed him. He will be missed.
To the Behan Family ; Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time . With our deepest sympathy to you all... Andre & Anne Reyns
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
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Tom, Teresa and family, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. I hope you can take comfort in many years of happy memories. Jennifer
We are very sorry to hear of Toms passing , he was truly a great man,and a business leader in our community . Our thoughts and prayers are with you Alice, and your family.
Alice and all the Behan family, we are saddened by Tom Sr's passing. He will be greatly missed by all who had the opportunity to meet him. He leaves behind an incredible family that has an amazing impact on the community that surrounds them. Our thoughts are with all of you.
Our deepest sympathies on Tom’s passing. He was a kind and generous man, a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom was a true friend and one of the first sponsors of our Cold Springs fastball team.
Alice and the Behan family: Our sincere condolences on the passing of Tom Sr. We met Tom in 1975 when we first move to and started business in Cobourg. A wonderful man who will be missed. Thinking of all of you.
A great man, community minded, always a friendly smile - he will be missed. Our thoughts are with everyone during this sad time.
Alice & family so sorry to hear of Toms passing he was a great guy & freind to everbody that knew him our thoughts are with you at this hard time
To Tom Jr, Alice & Family Please accept our most sincere condolences on the loss of a truly great man. Tom was a very much respected individual, business owner, and leader in our community and his loss will leave a huge void. To lose a loved one during this terrible time of COVID 19 makes Tom's passing that much more sorrowful. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Dave and Diana Hughes, Grafton
Sorry to hear about the loss for the Behan family. He was a great man. All the best from the Flannigans
I knew Tom senior for a long time over the construction business and he also new my Father. Hard working person. My condolence. Gord Thompson
My sincere condolences to the entire family. Our family remembers Tom, Alice and the entire family from mass at St. Michael's and many suppers at the Columbus Community Center. Tom was a very generous and well respected member of the community. He will be missed.
The Board members and staff of Northumberland United Way would like to offer our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. We have appreciated Mr. Behan’s generosity and commitment to the community over the years. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Dear Behan family, We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. We have great memories of a hard working fun guy always with a laugh. He will be sorely missed by your family and all that knew him. Deepest sympathy. Tony and Carol Farren
Thinking of such a wonderful, sweet and lovely family at such a difficult time. We hope happy memories and the love of family help to ease some of your pain! The Cattell Family - Lee, Tanya, Honour and Owen
Tom, Connie and family: I am so sorry to hear about your dad. It's never easy to lose a parent. I'm thinking of you all at this time and sending you lots of hugs. Take care my friends. Cathy