Dear Uncle Mikey, Uncles have a special role. Not being our father, they can be a friend in a different way than any one of our other relatives. Whether they are crazy and weird and only seen at holidays or at family functions, the loss of an uncle is a particularly hard one. Their loss, however, is filled with the years of happy memories that we all shared and a special connection that belongs only to uncles. I will miss hearing your voice. You are at peace, your loved ones will cherish your memories and you will live forever in the hearts of all that had special moments with you. Love always, Laura, Leon, L.J.