Jim Crotty
Dear Mrs Eman Ghobrial, Mark and Matthew Georgy,
I only recently heard the news that Bassem had passed away. My sincerest condolences to you and all your family.
I was shocked and very saddened when I heard the news. I had the lovely fortune and great pleasure to work with him in the University of South Alabama Medical Center in the 1990s in Mobile, Alabama. I can still see his smiling face and remember his friendliness. He was a special person. I spoke to him a few years ago when he was considering coming to Ireland on a sabbatical.
I hope the happy memories you have will console you somewhat although I know you will find it difficult. I won't ever forget Bassem. Please contact me if you are ever in Ireland. I would love to meet you.
Sincerely,
Jim Crotty
Ballymac House
Effin
Kilmallock
County Limerick
Ireland


