DocWard Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 My dad passed away this morning at the age of 89. I'm still waiting for the realization to hit. What can I say other than he was my dad? He worked hard for our family, tried to instill a good moral compass and work ethic within me, and was always concerned for my wellbeing. I will cherish the good times we had together, and whenever I think of him, inevitably, I will think of camping trips down in Kentucky, where we had our best times together, and got along best. Whether working on the family property, walking the woods and taking pictures, or simply relaxing with food around a campfire, we enjoyed each other's company. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Harley, #14153 Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 You and your family will be in my heart today, Doc. And all through this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wallaby Jack, SASS #44062 Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 My Sincerest Condolences wbj Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slapshot Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 Prayers for you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdeacon Joe Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 My sincere condolences to you, Doc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calamity Kris Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 Sincerest condolences to you and your family, Doc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sedalia Dave Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 So sorry to hear this Doc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sedalia Dave Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 May all beings everywhere plagued with sufferings of body and mind quickly be freed from their illnesses. May those frightened cease to be afraid, and may those bound be free. May the powerless find power and may people think of befriending one another. May those who find themselves in trackless, fearful wildernesses—the children, the aged, the unprotected—be guarded by beneficent celestials, and may they swiftly attain Buddhahood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 I’m sorry for your loss, Doc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskey Business Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 You have my deepest condolences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forty Rod SASS 3935 Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 Maybe he'll run into my Dad, who died in 1989. I think they would enjoy each other's company. You have my condolences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 Doc, You have my deepest condolences. My dad passed away 10+ years ago and us kids still talk of fond memories of him and all the humorous stuff he did in life. He could make us laugh thru any adversities we might go thru. Cherish those memories of your dad. They are priceless. God Bless. ..........Widder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixgun Seamus Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 Sorry to hear of your loss, my friend. You and your family will be in our prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dantankerous Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 So sorry for your loss. Prayers. Condolences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trigger Mike Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 Praying for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Painted Mohawk SASS 77785 Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 Sorry for your loss Doc...lovely words re your Dad, cherish the memories..best wishes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixgun Sheridan Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 Sorry to hear. We all have to say goodbye to our parents someday, but it still doesn't make it any easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. R. Hugh Kidnme Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 Sorry to hear of your loss. You have my condolences, and prayers. It's good you made memories to cherish. Always, hold him in your heart with those Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Father Kit Cool Gun Garth Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 Doc, Sincerest condolences on the loss of your dad. Our prayers are with you during this extremely difficult time. Rest in knowing his memory and the memories you have shared will always be with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 So sorry, Doc. My deepest condolences to you and yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyesa Horg Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 Our condolences Doc. Eyesa & Ellie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watab kid Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 sorry to hear of your loss , added to my prayer list , Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cypress Sun Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 My condolences to you and your family for the loss of your Dad. Sun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Singin' Sue 71615 Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Doc, been 2 years since daddy was called home. He was 90 years and 2 months. Wow...90 YEARS. Your dad had 89 years in his earthly home. Find the peace that you had the experiences you had, keep the stories you heard and shared. Find peace my friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michigan Slim Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 I'm so sorry Doc. I know what I want to say to you, but I don't quite know how to put a feeling into words. I just know how I felt when I lost my Pa. Cry, take a breath and cry again. It's been 19 years and sometimes I still do. It's ok. Your in my thoughts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Man Graybeard Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Prayers up for you and your family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusty Wyatt Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 So sorry for your loss, Doc. It is a tough thing to go through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waxahachie Kid #17017 L Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 My Dad passed away in 2014. He was my best friend. What gets me by, and keeps me going is: Knowing this is just a chapter in his book of existence. It is not the final chapter. Having the promise, and the assurance, that this is not the only existence. Knowing he has achieved the goal we all seek Knowing he would not come back, even if he had the opportunity. He is right where he wants to be. He is waiting on us to join him. Knowing that this existence, and the things that happen in this existence, are temporary, not permanent. Realizing that this life is short, no matter how long one lives...and the next life is without end. Knowing that I am closer to seeing him today, than I was yesterday...and knowing I will be closer to seeing him tomorrow, than I am today. Realizing that he is not so very far away. Only one heartbeat separates me from him. However, words are very inadequate to describe how we feel, and what we are going through. But words are all we have to offer. We don't know exactly how you feel, since everyone is different. But, a lot of us have gone through the same thing, and we know the grief of separation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeaconKC Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Praying for you and your family here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Needless to say, you and yours will be foremost in my thoughts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jabez Cowboy,SASS # 50129 Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Sorry for your loss Doc. Jabez Cowboy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LawMan Mark, SASS #57095L Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Deepest condolences and prayers offered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyrel Cody Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 You have my condolences and prayers Doc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El CupAJoe Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Praying for you and yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocWard Posted December 15, 2021 Author Share Posted December 15, 2021 I wish I could say thank you to everyone individually for the condolences, prayers and well-wishes. I am grateful for them. Yesterday was spent making arrangements for a memorial service, today we continue that, and more. In addition, I need to make sure my brother is doing OK, as he has been the one caring for my dad in his decline and passing. A rough few days ahead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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