I was not in touch with Karl for several years but he was always special to me. My Uncle Karl, Uncle Warren and grandparents came to visit us while we lived in Georgia. I was around 12 years old and Karl would have been around 16 at that time. He played "American Pie" on his guitar and sang the song and I still think about it and remember it every single time I hear that song. I thought he was a "star". I was just totally impressed by him and looked up to him. I did tell Karl that several years ago. I have Lisa and Karl's entire family in my heart and prayers. I am his brother Robert's daughter.</b></font><br><br>