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Greeson: Doctor’s reflection on the unthinkable in Orlando

Carmen Feldman, of Orlando, cries while visiting for the first the scene of the Pulse nightclub mass shooting from a block away Friday, June 17, 2016, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
Carmen Feldman, of Orlando, cries while visiting for the first the scene of the Pulse nightclub mass shooting from a block away Friday, June 17, 2016, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/David Goldman) Carmen Feldman, of Orlando, cries while visiting for the first the scene of the Pulse nightclub mass shooting from a block away Friday, June 17, 2016, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Like most fathers and sons, Will Havron spent Sunday thinking about his dad and his role as a father.

His father, Dr. William S. Havron Jr., who died when Will was in his first year of medical school, was a driving force in his life. He, along with his mentor Dr. Joe Cofer who helped him through the trials of residency, have been personal motivation through his growth.

photo Jay Greeson

Those positive life influences on impressionable young men cannot be overvalued, and Will Havron is quick to acknowledge as much.

Just like the rest of us who spent this weekend thanking whomever we worship for the gift that are children, Havron’s kids – he has four now with the recent addition of Hollis – are his joy.

Unlike almost everyone else though, Dr. Havron’s thoughts slipped to places Sunday that few can imagine.