From Bernie Spiegel

Dear Greg,
I did see the obituary for your late Dad in the Globe on Saturday. I was initially shocked, but on second thought was not surprised by the terrible news. We go back a long, long way. We have always had a very open and cordial relationship with Ron. There is a Jewish expression which I think is very appropriate to your Dad. That is a "mensch". The simple translation is "a human". But the colloquial expression means so much more - a very decent human being replete with knowledge, compassion and understanding. I can say without reservations that your late father had all of those attributes and more. As Eric has expressed, we will sorely miss him and his being such a "mensch". We extend our sincere condolences on your and your family's loss.