Happy Birthday

Dear Hovik Amo,

I hope this letter finds you in eternal peace and surrounded by love. Today, on what would have been your birthday, I felt a strong desire to reach out and express my heartfelt birthday wishes to you.

Although we never had the opportunity to meet, I have heard countless stories about you from your daughter and the rest of your friends and family. It is evident that you were a devoted father and a pillar of strength in everyone's lives. I can only imagine the incredible influence you had and continue to have on them, and I want to express my deepest respect and gratitude for the values and love you instilled in your family.

I am especially grateful for the remarkable woman you raised - your daughter, Tina. She embodies the kindness, compassion, and strength that I can only imagine you possessed. Her unwavering support, unwavering love, and unwavering spirit have changed my life in immeasurable ways. Furthermore, I am constantly reminded of your impact on her character, as she carries the best parts of you within her.

On this special day, I want to assure you that your daughter is cherished and adored. She brings joy and light into both my life and the lives of those around her. I am honored to be a part of her journey and to witness firsthand the incredible person she is and will become. I am certain that you would be immensely proud of the woman she is today, as well as the achievements she has accomplished.

Your legacy lives on through your family's love and the memories shared by those fortunate enough to have known you. Although our paths never crossed in this lifetime, I feel your presence in the strength of your family and the love they radiate.

On this special day, I wanted to reach out and convey my sincerest birthday wishes to you. May your spirit find peace and happiness. Your memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved you, and your impact will continue to shape the lives of all who were touched by your presence.

With the utmost respect and gratitude,

Serge Shahbenderian