Though I never officially met Hal in person, I considered him a dear friend. Hal had been a customer of mine and over the years we became buddies. I felt as though I knew his family and he talked very highly about each and every one of you. He would often send me pictures of Addison and Oliver, share recipes that he loved and keep me up to date on the music he was listening to. He always asked about my children by name and he was genuinely interested in how they were doing. He was a wonderful and caring person, a proud family man and he truly was one of a kind. I thoroughly enjoyed talking to Hal on the phone over the years and I am deeply saddened to hear that Hal's life ended so soon. To the Tojo family, my heart goes out to you. You are all in my prayers.