I first met Den Dempsey at the memorial service for his uncle, Bob Dempsey (see blog post of April 17, 2011 titled Bob Dempsey's Passing). Den and I have stayed in contact and have considered getting together for some activity.
Den and his friend, Kem, arrived in Kennewick during the morning of Wednesday, April 17, and after arranging for their two dogs to be comfortable at my home, we drove to the trail head for a hike up Badger Mountain.
Badger Mountain is a local landmark which offers exceptional views of the Tri-Cities from the top. At the top only a little walking is necessary to get 360 degree views of the area. This day was clear with no clouds or wind and a pleasant temperature cool enough for hiking.
Up and down the mountain took several hours which enabled us to engage in conversation about many topics from family to politics. We drove back to my house where my wife, Kathy, prepared dinner for the four of us and we sampled several beverages we have not had before.
Kem's Weener dog, Lula, and our Weener dog, Ruby, got along well in the house and back yard while Den's German Shepard, Zeta, stayed in the back of their vehicle where she was most comfortable. Zeta is old and has joint problems.
Den provided a copy of his memorial tribute to his father, Burt, which I will publish soon. Den reminded me that I have a copy of his tribute to his uncle Bob, who had died in 2011.
Now that I have created memory for more documents on the original Staeheli Family of Guebsenmoos website I am publishing that memorial on the page dedicated to Franziska and her descendants.
Den and I will be getting together more frequently as we identify activities we will enjoy together.
Den and his friend, Kem, arrived in Kennewick during the morning of Wednesday, April 17, and after arranging for their two dogs to be comfortable at my home, we drove to the trail head for a hike up Badger Mountain.
Badger Mountain is a local landmark which offers exceptional views of the Tri-Cities from the top. At the top only a little walking is necessary to get 360 degree views of the area. This day was clear with no clouds or wind and a pleasant temperature cool enough for hiking.
Up and down the mountain took several hours which enabled us to engage in conversation about many topics from family to politics. We drove back to my house where my wife, Kathy, prepared dinner for the four of us and we sampled several beverages we have not had before.
Kem's Weener dog, Lula, and our Weener dog, Ruby, got along well in the house and back yard while Den's German Shepard, Zeta, stayed in the back of their vehicle where she was most comfortable. Zeta is old and has joint problems.
Den provided a copy of his memorial tribute to his father, Burt, which I will publish soon. Den reminded me that I have a copy of his tribute to his uncle Bob, who had died in 2011.
Now that I have created memory for more documents on the original Staeheli Family of Guebsenmoos website I am publishing that memorial on the page dedicated to Franziska and her descendants.
Den and I will be getting together more frequently as we identify activities we will enjoy together.
