Al's Life, Already

I'm so sorry to hear this. I've spoken to Al many times via email but never had the opportunity to meet him.

I'm glad I had the chance to know him from this blog.

Randall Bott

I am soo sorry to learn that Faith. I truly miss you both. There seems to be a huge gap on this island since you and Al left. I will always have this picture of him, shyly waitng on the sidelines while you were talking with people and signing books, so secretly but immensely proud of you. You both helped me thru a very awkward time of my life and helped me heal in the way that only true friends and true love do. I am eternally grateful. Aliki

Dear Faith,

I am deeply sorry for your loss...Although we didn't keep in touch these last few years I always had a great memory of you and Al.

I appreciated your hospitality in Kalimnos and your friendly and sunny attitude. I remember Al as a great person to be around...friendly and easy going!

I tried to contact you in the past, unsuccessfully, please get back to me if you can!! (carvigiani@yahoo.co.uk)

Paola from Rome

I am so sorry to hear this. I have not been into the blogs for awhile. You sounded like such a wonderful couple. I am glad that you had a loving husband. May his love enfold you and give you peace. Love never leaves.

Something made me search for Albert's callsign tonight - G4FMK - in the hope of making contact again, and I was very sad to learn that my friend from the past is now a silent key.

It was Al who answered my very first CQ call as a newly licenced (G8 SAB) radio amateur in 1979, and I will always remember him for his love of the hobby and his willingness to share his extensive knowledge with others.

Thanks, Faith for your very brave post on this site.... Harry G4 JLX

Bethan and I are deeply saddened at your loss. You must have some wonderful memories of life together on Kalymnos which are irreplaceable and unique. Our thoughts are with you. It would be nice to meet up as we are only just down the road in Kennington Regards Phil and Bethan