Melody and I had an ongoing debate that my Tio loved me because of my husband. He always asked for him before he asked about me.

It was a few years ago that Vince and Tio had come over to the house. So they were getting ready to leave and Tio said he was staying because he was going to wait for Louis. I was delighted that he felt comfortable to hang out at the house. He was so happy when Louis got home. Louis took him outside and they sat out there talking; but hello, I was his niece. I would tell him, "Tio, I'm your blood." He'd give me that half smile. It was ok with me…cause we're a package deal.

It made Louis feel good that he liked hanging out w/him, wanting to know about the his job.

Louis and I going to miss Tio very much. We love you guys and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Louis and Hope