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Messages & Goodbyes
· Letters and videos for the people he loves.To my family — read this first
Farewell letter
“If you are reading this, then my long, lucky run has come to an end. Don’t be sad for too long. We built something good together…”
Released to: Everyone
For Peggy
Letter to my wife
“Forty-seven years and I still reach for your hand in the dark. Thank you for every ordinary Tuesday…”
Released to: Margaret
Happy 18th, Ava
Future letter
“Scheduled to open on her 18th birthday. “The world is going to tell you to hurry. Don’t.””
Released to: Granddaughter (2031)
A few words on video
Video message
“4:12 — recorded in the workshop, last autumn.”
Released to: Everyone
Legal & Financial
· Where everything is, so no one has to hunt.Last Will & Testament
Will location
“Original held by Harrison & Bell, Attorneys (Asheville). A signed copy is in the safe deposit box, First Carolina Bank, Box 318.”
Smith Family Living Trust
Trust
“Revocable trust, executed 2019. Trustee: David Smith. Documents with the attorney.”
Term life insurance — Northwestern
Life insurance
“Policy NW-2231180. Benefit $400,000. Beneficiary: Margaret Smith (100%).”
State pension & 401(k)
Retirement
“NC Engineers’ Pension (survivor benefit elected) + Fidelity 401(k). Beneficiary forms current as of Jan 2026.”
Funeral Wishes
· Clear wishes, so grief isn’t spent guessing.A celebration, not a fuss
Service style
“Cremation. A gathering at the lake house, not a funeral home. Wear colour. Tell the embarrassing stories.”
The playlist
Music
““What a Wonderful World” · Dave Brubeck, “Take Five” · “Here Comes the Sun.” No hymns, please.”
Where to scatter
Final wishes
“Half at Bent Creek where we fished; half stays with Peggy until she’s ready.”
Life Story
· The stories only he can tell.My life, the short version
Biography
“Born in a mill town, built bridges for 38 years, married the prettiest schoolteacher in three counties…”
The workshop rules
Life lessons
“Measure twice. Keep your word. Call your mother. Always carry a pocketknife and a clean handkerchief.”
Sunday gravy (Nonna’s recipe)
Recipe
“Half a draft — needs the secret about the browned butter.”
Medical
· Decisions made in calm, not crisis.Advance directive
Living will
“No extraordinary measures if there’s no reasonable chance of recovery. Comfort first. Peggy is my healthcare proxy.”
Medications & allergies
Medical info
“Lisinopril 10mg, atorvastatin 20mg. Allergic to penicillin. Blood type O+.”
Key Contacts
· The people his family will need to call.Attorney — Ellen Harrison
Estate attorney
“Harrison & Bell · (828) 555-0142 · holds the will, trust & power of attorney.”
Scout’s care
Pet care
“Our Lab, Scout. Vet: Asheville Animal Hospital. He goes to David. Two cups, twice a day. He hates fireworks.”