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[redacted] [redacted] VA [redacted] Nat [redacted]
April 9, 1990
Dear Jeannie and Andrea:
I was terribly saddened by the news reports that Ryan had lost his long and valiant struggle. He may have succumbed to the physical illness, but he triumphed over the spiritual sickness surrounding you all for those painful years.
Your story was so important and uplifting that it was a pleasure to be a part of it, even if I had to portray David Rosselot in the Landsburg movie. I enjoyed the time off we had together in North Carolina and at the Kennedy Center premiere.
Jeannie and Anderea, you know that in some ways you have fought a battle as hard as Ryan's. While all the media attention and acclaim fell on him, you were there fighting the same battle and trying to maintain your identities. You have been a great support for him and an inspiration to the rest of us.
I hope that your lives go forward in bountiful ways and that your contributions will continue to be recognized and appreciated.
All my best wishes, Nat
Nat