Dow Wynn II

Dear Ginny and Dave,

Chuck and I are so sorry that you've lost your Dad. We know how devoted you've been, Ginny; and offer our condolences to you and to your Mother.

Love,
Emily

To My Godfather, May God rest your soul in peace and happiness for eternity. Your kindness and thoughtfulness during my early years will always bring a smile to my face and a ray of warmth. God Bless Your Family during their time of loss. You will surely be missed by all the lives you have touched.

To Audrey and family. I know my Dad, Lloyd Baker, and Dow are having a joyful reunion. I extend my sympathy for your loss and thank you for having been in my life when I was a young women. I remember when I was a teenager you invited our family tothe first barbque I ever went to....it was a new thing to do! Dow was the enthusiastic cook who turned out some fine steaks on your barbque. The memorial pictures are so touchiing and I can see the joy your family shared. Blessing to you each one.

Donna and I send our thoughts to you and your family, Audrey. Dow was a true gentleman, and I greatly enjoyed the semester he spent in my creative writing class.

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS

The thoughts and prayers of the entire Miller family are with you all as you honor and celebrate the life of Dow Wynn,II.
May God grant you peace and fill your hearts with the wonderful memories only a family can share.

A true Gemini male if ever there was one -- outgoing, affable, a born leader, part businessman, part priest, and sharp as the proverbial tack -- he was that and so much more. I had the good fortune to meet and become friends with Dow Wynn when I entered the Army Reserve in 1956. He was my commanding officer, and for several years after my active duty, he was a mentor. I was young and probably failed him in many ways, but he eventually promoted me to staff sergeant, and this let me know I could actually achieve something in life. I will forever thank him for this, and will never forget him.

I could relate numerous stories, but one will suffice. During two weeks of active duty in 1959, we were setting up camp somewhere in Alabama or Mississippi. In a wooded area, Dow entered the headquarters tent and asked First Sergeant Frank Short -- who, frankly, was very short -- where his desk was. "Well, Colonel, we didn't have room for yours," Frank grinned. Without a moment's hesitation, Dow said, "Well, Frank, you can go find a log outside to write reports on because I'm taking over your desk."

Dow Wynn had contacts everywhere, and through his influence we got to meet lots of VIPs. Just a few memories of a great man. My deepest condolences to the family.

Don

It's comfort know that Heaven is a warmer, happier place now that both of my grandfather's are there together. I love you Grandpa. I'll be sure to have some "carrot cake" for you.

Dow was a great man and a great friend. I loved the time we had him on staff at St. Jude. He was always willing to share his wisdom, a big hug or an encouraging word. He LOVED his family and had many fun stories to share with the rest of us on staff. We missed him but never forgot him and we never will. God Bless and may the good Lord fill you with peace.

Dearest Jan,
I'm sorry to hear about your father. May God bless, comfort, and heal.
Love,
bub