I also lost my father in 2024, and have a similar link in my mind. Like Patrick, cancer did what cancer does.

My condolences.

Similar, except my grandfather. He also went bald young, and was a space enthusiast. (Among various other nerdy hobbies.)

I've got fond memories of visiting in the summers as a kid and watching TNG episodes he'd taped on VHS.

Thanks, to you as well.