In Loving Memory of William "Butch" Heikkinen 1928-2007

How does a daughter cope with losing her father; the very foundation of her being. I miss you every day Dad and forever wish for one more hug. I love you more than words could ever express. And thank you Dad for teaching all of us (your children)good values and morales, respect and kindness to all, to look for the good in people bc everybody has it, the importance of family, honesty, integrity and manners to carry us thru a lifetime, and most importantly...to be true to ourselves. I feel your presence every day and know you are still watching over me especially when going thru tough times. I'm very blessed to have you as my father...one like none other. ~Your daughter...Mindy;the blonde bomber.

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[tophat1911]

Amazing video and phoenominal song choice. My great grandfather died 13 years ago when I was 12 years old and I still cry uncontrolably when I hear this song. It holds so true. I loved him with all my heart and will miss him every day of my life. He enriched my life in so many ways. I am so incredibly blessed to have known him and it seems you had the same great fortune to know a truly great man. God bless you and thank you again for posting such an amazing video and song.

[HEIKKIGIRL79]

Your message made me cry but thank you so much for taking the time to comment. That feeling of losing somebody special is still so raw in my heart as I'm sure it is for you as well. I'm still crying but managing to type thru this beautiflu message you posted. May God bless people like you with a warm heart and soul. Thank you so very much.

~Cindy

[angelflyn2low]

What a guy ! I didn't know him but I wish I would've. I looked this song up for my best friend who just became a Great Grandpa and HIS Dad, a Great, Great Grandpa. For Pete and Chuck Wiley and Braxton.

[HEIKKIGIRL79]

Thank you for such the sweet comment. It's so wonderful to touch another persons heart like yours. As for this beautiful song, it makes me cry whenever I hear it on the radio and most likely always will. It was a big loss in my and my families lives. This message warms my heart in a very big way. P.S. Congratulations on your best friends new addition to his family.

~Cindy

[HEIKKIGIRL79]

Thank you so much for your viewing and comment. The love I have for my father is like none other could ever be. He will always be my hero. You are a young firefighter/soldier; a very brave man whom deserves much respect. Have a blessed day Nick.

[john88thomas]

Very touching. Thank you for sharing these wonderful pictures. And a wonderful song too.

[HEIKKIGIRL79]

Thank You John. Your video of your father is heartfelt as well.

[2007truetexan]

Miss My Grandfather Ventura C. Vidaurri he was so dear to me...

[tina81823]

MISS MY DAD .....................

[heikk88]

Good stuff.I'm a Heikkinen from Ft. Worth,TX.Much pride.God rest his soul.

[billme8]

Great video. Those old photos of generations past bring a lot of memories back.

[cowburn28]

Sometimes I find myself watching these sappy videos because I miss my own daddy so uch! Thanks somehow it feels a little better just to remember!