Saturday, June 2, 2001 - In an unprecedented outpouring of affection hundreds of members of the Hollis Park Gardens Community turned out en masse to plant a tree in memory of their beloved neighbor Donald Richard Daly. "It was spiritually uplifting and poetic. The sequence of events flowed like Moses' parting of the Red Sea. An incessant rain halted just before 3:00 PM. Things stayed dry straight through until just ten minutes after it was over when torrential rains resumed. It was like someone upstairs wanted this to happen. One fellow was so moved he even kissed the ground! I will carry these incredible memories with me to my last day." Robin Harris remarked, "this has served to bring much needed warmth and community feeling back to Hollis Park Gardens." President Lester Allen pulled up in his exquisite Rolls Royce and parked it in the driveway. "This spot is reserved for the absolute best President Hollis Park Gardens ever had" said one resident. Lester Allen acted as impromptu MC. He praised the event and called for a "new beginning." Neighbor after neighbor after neighbor proudly announced their name, address and sentiments. Each family member spoke in turn. Neighbors were moved to tears when Don Daly's daughter, an accomplished journalist, read her personal memoirs of her father. She recalled a special Christmas time in Hollis and the deep significance of "planting a tree." President Lester Allen called for continued meetings and invited all assembled to visit with him at his home. Pastor Liggon offered up his best prayers on behalf of Gethsemene Baptist Church. Dr. and Mrs. Ozoude were congratulated for the fine job they did co-ordinating the Pot Luck Dinner. Artists Carlos Durazo and Michael Brudent