My Dad

[NightTrain]

My deepest sympathies to you, Pixie.

What you're going through right now is the hardest part, knowing the end is nigh. I've been there and it sucks.

Talk with him about everything you can think of - I'd give a great deal to talk with my Dad again for just an hour, to bounce different things off him and get his input... and just shoot the breeze about unimportant things, too. Especially his stories about you and your family, and write them down for yourself because your memory does strange things during times of grief and you might forget some details. To me, his recollections and stories were the most important memories that helped me.

Keep your chin up and remember that many of us have gone through your situation. You're not alone.

[PixieStix]

I am sorry I have been gone for a while. But I went to visit my Dad, he passed away while I was on my way to see him one last time. I was about half way there when my sister called me and asked me if I was driving, I knew at that point, It was the most horrible feeling I have ever felt in my life.

My Dad has always been in my life, and now he is gone . I cannot express the deep loss that I feel. My Dad was a wonderful man. And a wonderful Dad. He taught me so much about life, and what matters. He loved nature. He loved hunting and fishing. He loved his children more than he could even express. He was a real family man.

I will never get to hear his deep and comforting voice again.

This is for you Dad. Thank you for all you taught me and for making me feel safe and secure, by your mere presence on this earth. Hold the door open for me


Here is a picture from left to right, Grandpa, Uncle Garner, and my wonderful Father. They are now reunited

[Perianne]

I am sorry. May he rest in peace.

[Voted4Reagan]

Always know that you will forever carry all those cherished memories of him in your heart. He will always be with you and a part of you at the same time.

may he now be at peace until you are reunited together once again...

I know I can speak for WiccanLiberal when I say our thoughts are with you and your Family at this time.


there is an ancient prayer from Ireland.. written by the then Pagan Celtic/Gaelic people..

It reads:

Deep Peace to You
Deep peace of the running wave to you.
Deep peace of the flowing air to you.
Deep peace of the quiet earth to you.
Deep peace of the shining stars to you.
Deep peace of the infinite peace to you.


Pixie... May you find that deep peace in your time of grief

[WiccanLiberal]

My wish is the same for you as V4R posted. Nobody knows what you are feeling now since nobody else ever lost that special relationship that existed between you and your dad. I recall after my Dad passed, I would call the phone at the house just to hear his voice on the answering machine. You will gradually feel a new normal. Let it happen at it's own pace. Grieve as you need to and one day you will find yourself remembering him with a smile rather than tears. Blessings of peace on you and your family.

[PixieStix]

I did not realize what a big place in my heart Dad owned. Thank you all for your very nice posts. God Bless you

[indago]

[PixieStix]

Just wanted to share with you guys, that my Dad requested that he be buried with a copy of the Constitution in his hand. It was so. It was a really moving funeral. Very patriotic.

Thanks for teaching me about what freedom means Dad I will miss you!

[Jeff]

I am so sorry for you loss Pixie, his time has come and he is now in paradise. This isn't Good bye but rather see you after a while. Hang tough Pixie brighter days are coming.

[Tyr-Ziu Saxnot]

Just wanted to share with you guys, that my Dad requested that he be buried with a copy of the Constitution in his hand. It was so. It was a really moving funeral. Very patriotic.

Thanks for teaching me about what freedom means Dad I will miss you!

So very sorry for your great loss. I just now saw this thread , my having been absent a bit as of late.
May your father an honorable soldier rest in peace!- --Tyr

[Gunny]

So very sorry for your great loss. I just now saw this thread , my having been absent a bit as of late.
May your father an honorable soldier rest in peace!- --Tyr

I'll say this: Pix loved her dad and her son. Anyone else, not so much. I'm sorry for her loss.

[Balu]

Here is a picture from left to right, Grandpa, Uncle Garner, and my wonderful Father. They are now reunited

I like this photo. It radiates happiness and the warmth of home hearth.

[PixieStix]

I am so sorry for you loss Pixie, his time has come and he is now in paradise. This isn't Good bye but rather see you after a while. Hang tough Pixie brighter days are coming.

I only wish I could have seen him one more time. A kiss on the cheek and a "thank you Dad", Would have sufficed

[PixieStix]

I like this photo. It radiates happiness and the warmth of home hearth.

This photo makes me sad and happy at the same time. I miss them all. Uncle garner just passed 2 months ago.

[Balu]

This photo makes me sad and happy at the same time. I miss them all. Uncle garner just passed 2 months ago.

I understand your feelings. It is sad, but natural, when an older generation is living us. The great and real sorrow is when parents bury their children. God forbid to nobody.