Griff Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 What AJ said. Condolences to you and your family. Having lost my dad in '09 I know the pain... and still feel the tug when I recall his last words, "...time to muster out." A Navy vet also, good men all. I'm glad you were able to be there... I was halfway across the country and... well... it is what it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flint McCloud 3103L Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 My condolences and prayers for peace and comfort for all of his many friends and family... A great tribute, Widder... Vaya con Dios Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy Creek Sam, SASS# 78004 Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 Widder, Prayers and Condolences, My Dad Passed in 1997. We never have them long enough. Best to you and the Family, Sam and Katie OneShot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 Dearest Widder, I'm so sorry for your loss. He sounds like a wonderful man. I would expect nothing less with a son like you! With sincere condolences, Allie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Four-Eyed Buck,SASS #14795 Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 Our sincerest prayers and condolences. If I lived in your area, I would've been honored to sound Taps for him and your family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coffee Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 Our prayers are with you. Hero s can't be replaced only admired and remembered None of us are long for this world, be glad that your father made this world a better place. I think that's all the good lord can ask of any of us. Coffee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bitterroot Jake, SASS #9532 Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 We all share your grief. May God bless and confort you and your famlly in your time of sorrow. Just remember your loss is Heavens gain. Our prayer are with you. Bittrroot Jake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marauder SASS #13056 Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 So sorry to hear of your loss. I know the hole that leaves but you have the memories and know he is where we want to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fireball #7709 Life Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 Sending heartfelt condolences pard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mustang Gregg Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 Widder: That was a fine tribute to your Pa. He sounds like a fine man and a hero to be looked up to. God bless him, you and all of your kin during this trying time. Saying a prayer, Mustang Gregg & Calamity JoAnne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LawMan Mark, SASS #57095L Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 Condolences, and deep sorrow for your loss. Rest assured that your father had and will always have my deepest thanks and admiration for his sacrifice and service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT. ELI 35882 GUNFIGHTER Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 Sorry to hear about your loss Widder. It sounds like your Dad lived a full life and rewarding life. You and your family take care, we will be thinking of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Korupt Karl Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 I'm sorry that I did not get to meet your dad, but I know he had to be proud of you. I hope that you, your brothers and your sister find peace in his passing..... My thoughts and prayers will be with you in the coming days and let us celebrate that his journey has not ended but only has begun with our Lord. KK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Payne 13115 Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 Prayers up for your dad and your family. Continue to celebrate his life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheyenne Culpepper 32827 Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 Widder, my most sincere condolences, cheyenne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck D. Law, SASS #62183 Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 Our thoughts and prayers are with you Widder. Buck and Sugah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bart Solo Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 God bless your father for his service to our country and for the life he gave his family. When my dad died I was moved by the salute fired by the color guard. He rarely spoke of his service, so the fact that he, like all who serve, was a genuine American hero was sometimes lost on those closest to him. Your father, my dad and their generation were heroic. They risk all for us. They gave us life with quiet strength. We can never forget. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cope Daniels Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 My prayers are with you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frederick Jackson Turner Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 Mike, I know your father a bit from knowing his son. He must have been a fine man. And, as days go by, you will find traces of him all around you, in you, and your brothers. My prayers and best wishes to your family at this time. Sincerely, Frederick Jackson Turner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seven Mile Tom Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 Lost my dad a year ago this week so I know too well what you are going through. He was also a WWII vet. I pray that you and your family can find comfort at this difficult time. God bless 7 Mile Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheelgun luke Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 Sorry to hear of your loss Widder!! Obviously your father was a great man and an American Hero. Thanks to him for his service to our country in a great time of need. What a blessing you got to have him so long. God Bless you and your family, your dad and our Great Country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyrus Cassidy #45437 Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 ATTENTION! Present, Arms! (hold salute) Order, Arms! By the way, pard, do you know what ship your daddy served on in WW2? My grandfather was on the USS Luce, DD522. It was sunk by kamikazes in 1945. He died a year ago yesterday. It would be neat if they had served together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted February 27, 2011 Author Share Posted February 27, 2011 Cyrus: thanks for asking. Dad was on the USS Black Hawk (AD-9). I think it was a Destroyer Tender. He got out in May, 1945 and was actually discharged from the Navel Hospital in S.C. before coming back home to TN. My older brother told me yesterday that one of his best friends in the Navy that he always spoke so highly of was a feller from Texas name 'Trevino'. Hope I got that spelling correct but its pronounced like that famous golfer Lee Trevino. If any of you fellers know of someone down in the Republic of Texas name Trevino who served in WWII on the USS Black Hawk, please let him know that my Dad always spoke highly of him and cherished his friendship during those war years. Thank You All for your kind words, thoughts, Prayers and well wishes. I cherish them all. My brother wants me to make a copy of this thread for his safe keeping. These things mean ALOT and supply needed comfort during times like this. God Bless you all. ..........Widder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Hooker Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 Cyrus: thanks for asking. Dad was on the USS Black Hawk (AD-9). I think it was a Destroyer Tender. He got out in May, 1945 and was actually discharged from the Naval Hospital in S.C. before coming back home to TN. My older brother told me yesterday that one of his best friends in the Navy that he always spoke so highly of was a feller from Texas name 'Trevino'. Hope I got that spelling correct but its pronounced like that famous golfer Lee Trevino. If any of you fellers know of someone down in the Republic of Texas name Trevino who served in WWII on the USS Black Hawk, please let him know that my Dad always spoke highly of him and cherished his friendship during those war years. Thank You All for your kind words, thoughts, Prayers and well wishes. I cherish them all. My brother wants me to make a copy of this thread for his safe keeping. These things mean A LOT and supply needed comfort during times like this. God Bless you all. ..........Widder Yup. A= auxilliary ship, D=destroyer. Not a combat ship, but serving in a support role-repair, supply, providing relief crews during R & R, et c. Moderately well known ship, I recognize the name just sitting here in the library, away from home and my references. As a tender, may have been "mother ship" to one of the others mentioned. Tendermen tended to be older, more experienced and skillful at their rates, and more valuable in their role in support-keeping many ships on the line, not just one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyrus Cassidy #45437 Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 Cyrus: thanks for asking. Dad was on the USS Black Hawk (AD-9). I think it was a Destroyer Tender. He got out in May, 1945 and was actually discharged from the Navel Hospital in S.C. before coming back home to TN. My older brother told me yesterday that one of his best friends in the Navy that he always spoke so highly of was a feller from Texas name 'Trevino'. Hope I got that spelling correct but its pronounced like that famous golfer Lee Trevino. If any of you fellers know of someone down in the Republic of Texas name Trevino who served in WWII on the USS Black Hawk, please let him know that my Dad always spoke highly of him and cherished his friendship during those war years. Thank You All for your kind words, thoughts, Prayers and well wishes. I cherish them all. My brother wants me to make a copy of this thread for his safe keeping. These things mean ALOT and supply needed comfort during times like this. God Bless you all. ..........Widder It's too bad they didn't serve together, but based on the other pard's comments it would be neat if your pappy's ship supported my grandpa's ship! Anyway, my condolences to you and yours, and I am eternally grateful for the sacrifices your father and his generation made for mine and those to follow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironmaiden Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 Our condolences to you and your family. We will be praying for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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