In Memory of Monty Pearah

[Joey]

Monty was one of the first Gators Sarah and I met upon moving to San Diego.  He was cordial and offered us a place to sit at Hooters, though we didn't know anyone.  His gentle spirit had us feeling at home very quickly.

What I remember most vividly about Monty was his ability to see every side of an issue, even if he didn't agree.  If I were griping about something, Monty would gently set me straight and help me see things from another point of view.  He could do this so easily, I could learn something from him without being conscious of it.

One Christmas Monty surprised us.  Though unemployed, Monty spent money to buy Sarah and I vintage Gator T-shirts to give us as present.  I remember how excited he was for us to get them.  I remember feeling like a dud for not getting him anything.  Last year,  I, luckily, saved the shirt from the Donation bag because "I can't give that shirt away, Monty gave it to me."    Monty, I still feel bad I never bought you a gift buddy.  Because of this, the Maines family will give what we can ($200) to the Monty Pearah Scholarship Fund to help Monty's gift keep on giving.

I hope you're resting now, buddy.  The Maines family will miss you.

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