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There are so many things Grandpa Dill taught me about, which will always remind me of him. For the longest time, I never appreciated my middle name, Douglas, and always thought it was so unoriginal of my parents to give me my grandpa's name and dad's middle name. I wished they had been more creative. Over time, I have come to appreciate the legacy that it represents by having been named after him. Grandpa was a hard-working, loving, caring, extraordinary person. He had a special way of making everyone feel important, and was good at challenging your thinking. He made you think outside of the box, and I appreciated that about him.

In no particular order, some of my favorite memories of Grandpa include:

• Not only being there when I caught my first catch, but being so kind as to allow me the biggest catch of Kith N Kin that year. I even bought my first fishing license this year, and hoping to have more opportunities to go fishing.
• Grandpa loved the outdoors, and loved sharing that with us. I remember always exploring nature during our times together. I really appreciate this, because this is something he passed on to my dad. I took it for granted as a kid, but now have a huge appreciation for the outdoors. And this is something I hope to pass on to my kids.
• Grandpa loved being together with family. Kith N Kin was always so much fun when everyone would get together. From games, to talking, to cooking good food, to magic shows, it was always a good time.
• I remember his love for croquet. When we go to visit them in Eugene, I always remember setting up a course throughout their whole yard to play.
• Another distinct memory of going to visit Grandma and Grandpa when they still lived in Eugene, was that they had a huge tub of toys that we could pull out and play with. Most vividly, I remember there being Duplos, and I always loved playing with those.
• Grandpa loved games– especially Pinochle and Cribbage. I will forever think of him whenever I play those games.
• I remember calling to tell Grandpa that we were going to have little Ollie. He seemed so excited to be having a little grandson. I will always be able to remember the excitement in his voice.
• Grandpa was such a great man. I am so grateful to be raising a little man that will carry on the Dill name. I hope that I can make him proud by starting the next generation of Dill men, who will carry the name proud. I love you grandpa, and so glad I got to know you. Love, Michael