Dave, although I never got the pleasure of meeting either of you my heart goes out to you. After my father passed I found comfort in remembering all of the fun we had and celebrating his life rather than mourning his death. It is what he would have wanted. I hope in time you will be able to find that peace and joy. They always leave the best part of themselves with us, their love. In every tragedy their is a gift. Sometimes it takes a while to find it. I'm sure that with time you will figure out what that gift is for you.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Anna