Arthur Vidich with his Father Joseph in Sarasota, Florida

Joseph Vidich visited his son Arthur while he was a visiting professor at New College in Sarasota, Florida. Living right on the beach in a beautiful modern home, Art was thrilled to have his father visit. In his later years, Joseph led a relatively reclusive life, enjoying a good cigar and a periodic glass of wine and kielbasa sausages. Indeed, he was so fond of his sausages that he made a ritual of sending this treat to his son every Christmas. His children loved the taste of this Slovenian treat and always enjoyed his doting ways. Art's oldest son Charles had fond memories of his grandfather, especially his gentle and unassuming manner. He was a man of few words but he was immensely proud of his son and daughters. While he rarely wrote letters, he spoke volumes when he smiled and shook your hand. He was truly a man that knew his place in the matriarchy of the Vidich home.