This is off topic for DU MA, but this is the forum that knows me, so I'm asking for a pass. I will post music
On Tuesday, the last person who was kin to me the day I was born, passed away.
My Uncle Bruce was my hero when I was a child.
He was a mentor to me as a young man, and a shining role model for me as an older man.
My aspiration was to be as loving and supportive a brother, husband, uncle and father as he was.
He was the youngest of 4 on my mom's side, just barely 13 years older than me.
I have referred to him here as "My Cool Uncle" or my "Coal Miner uncle" while talking about outlaw country, southern rock or early metal - The reason being I stole records from him when I was 13 or 14
Instead of scaring me, or narcing me out to his sister - He gave me a gift certificate to the Goody's Record store.
The records I stole were, Yes, "Fragile"
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And Led Zeppelin II
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He sounds like quite a guy. While he's no longer present here and now, I can tell that the gifts of love, example, and inspiration he gave you are ones that live in who you have become.
An amazing tribute to the role music played (and likely continues to play) in the relationships of our lives. A sonic calendar of important times, family events, and experiences. IMHO, there is no better place to post a tribute like this.
Thank you for sharing some of the music you two shared. Sorry for your loss and keep spinning ‘em.
He obviously had great taste in music too.
of your Uncle Bruce and the music you shared always comfort you and make you smile .
You stole wisely.
Not that I approve of stealing. 
Also, condolences on the loss of your uncle.
