I just showed the picture to my husband (hint, hint) who reminds me of the way you described your Dad, although fortunately he hasn't had cancer or heart problems. Anyway, my husband is also a wood worker and complimented your Dad's work ... mentioned how straight his drawers lined up and commented on the quality of construction. He is now in the process of making pull out drawers behind the doors of all my lower cabinets. Maybe his next project will be a sewing desk! :-)