Pumpkin pie will never be the same without Darwin. He loved sneaking the first piece of pumpkin pie as it was cooling, still steaming slightly, when the crust is tender, the filling is rich, and the aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg lingered in the air. It was his playful, almost mischievous charm, savoring the moment before the rest of the pie was claimed. We will always remember his sneaky smile as our mom would glance over at him.
He was also always there to lend a hand to anyone in need. Even as cancer was taking his life away, he’d still offer anyone who visited him a cup of coffee and a snack. When he needed it the most, Cedar Valley Hospice was there for him every step of the way. The service they provided was above and beyond. There was no way our family could have handled the last 8 months of Darwin’s life without Cedar Valley Hospice by his side.
