To the editor:

Re: "Memorial for homeless man turns into warm and emotional gathering," Jan. 25.

What a well written, emotional and thoughtful feature story on Rick Hof. It was a touching and I was moved by the accounts of the memorial and all the people who turned up, despite their walk of life. Clearly, here was a man that touched others in a simple way: Big heart, facing hard times and struggling with his demons. How many of us are one misstep or missed payment or moment away from homelessness ourselves?

Kit Marlatt, Vancouver