A dear dear friend and father figure to me, Uncle Paul Lam - husband of Serena, father of Melanie and Brian, friend and brother to so many - passed away on Wed morning to be with the Lord. He died of stomach cancer. Our condolences to all the Lams.

He was an inspiration to all who knew him, a man of great faith, love, joy and peace even in the midst of his physical suffering. He was a blessing to all and will be sorely missed. I know that I will miss his big smiles and corny jokes, our talks about economics and politics, and the care he showed towards me and everyone. But my heart is glad to know that God has welcomed him with open arms and he rests in a far more glorious place. And one day we will meet him there.

May the rest of us honor his memory by living with the kind of faith, joy and courage he exhibited.