My Daddy Passed Away...

My Dear Friends --  It's with great sadness that I report to you that my Dad... at the very young age of 69... has passed from this world.  He died the way he lived... fast and furiously, making his own choices and blazing his own trail.  It was only about 5 weeks ago that we found out he was terminal.  He had enough time to get his affairs in order, say what needed to be said -- and hear what we needed to say.  I was blessed to help care for him in his last days and will cherish those precious memories forever.  It was an honor to help care for him. He was home and lovingly cared for by 3 of his children -- we were all at his side when his spirit left this world. He will be greatly missed by 4 loving children, 15 grandchildren (including one who met him on the other side) and 2 great-grandchildren.  His legacy will always be found in the determined, free-spirit that lives in all of us. Thank you for all your prayers.  I know I couldn't have made it through this trying time without you.

Oh, Lola. I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I'm sure he knew how very much you loved him. I will keep you all in my prayers as you mourn and grieve and move along your path. You were blessed to have him in your life, and he to have you. Big huggers. Jeanie

(((((Lola))))) I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences. Amanda

I am so sorry for your loss.  It was good that you could spend that time with him.  I will be praying for you and your family.  It is hard to let go. Caroline

Lola I am so sorry for your loss... please accept my condolences. Your post really brings out what an incredible man he way - a free spirit is a wonderful legacy

My thoughts are with you and your family.  Take care Ann

God be with you and your family.  He is in the loving arms of Jesus now.

Oh, sweetie I am so very sad at your loss. Please, if there is anything I can do for you, let me know. I will be praying for you and your family.

I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.  I'm glad that you had the chance to take care of him and be with him in his last days.  You and your family will be in my prayers.

Dear Lola, I am so sorry to hear about your dear daddy.  It is nice to know that you were able to be with him during his final days. I, too was with my dad when he passed away last year (1yr ago tomorrow). Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sadness. God Bless!

Oh Lola, I am so sorry for your loss. It is sort of a weepy day for me. My dad suddenly died 38 years ago and I lost my mother almost 2 years ago from Alzheimers. When I get to feeling lonely without them, I am reminded they are finally running around heaven together again, playing like they did when I was a kid. That's my greatest memory! May God give you comfort and grace during the next weeks and months. Julia K