[co·da /ˈkōdə/ The concluding passage of a musical piece, performance or dance especially the finale of a ballet in which the dancers parade before the audience] For as long as I ever knew him, Luke was my father, hero, inspiration, father, teacher, guide, coach, care-giver, nurturing and boosting. He showed us how to live and in the end showed how to die. I will always be indebted for gratitude to him and pledge to try and be his equal for my own.