View Full Version : My dad died the other day....


phoebe7165
07-07-2007, 10:02 AM
Actually, it was July 2nd. I would've posted sooner but I've been dealing with things.

I'm not only posting this to tell you of his death but I would like to honor him by saying a few things about him.

He & my mom were married for 44 years. They were high school sweethearts. It wasn't always roses. In fact, I can remember quite a few times when I was teenager, my mom threatening divorce. I can remember my sister & I always saying that if they got divorced, we would want to live with dad. But they stuck it out and got through it.

I always thought he was a great husband & father, but more so, he was an awesome human being. He didn't abuse my mom or us kids, he didn't run around on my mom, and was basically a hard worker. He did get laid off a few times and I do remember money was tight sometimes. We never went hungry though, even if we had something cheap & simple like pancakes or spagetti for dinner.

He would help anybody who needed it. He was an electrician for alot of years and he knew how to fix alot of other things, and if anybody needed any help, he was there, taking no money for the work he did. Alot of people knew him and he knew alot of people. I can't believe the calls and cards we've been getting about him since Monday. The funeral home asked how many people we expect for his service and we couldn't even begin to think of how many there's going to be.

I'm out of town alot for my job but I'm so glad I was able to get home for what was his last Father's Day. He just retired and he wasn't even able to enjoy his retirement!

Please don't think I'm being insensitive but he declined so rapidly in the last few months, and I'm glad he went quickly instead of him lingering for years. What he was going through, it was no way to live.

Sorry I'm rambling. These are things I would like to say at his service but I know that if I did, I would probably lose it halfway through.

So thanks for 'listening'.

consentida
07-07-2007, 11:11 AM
I'm sorry for your loss. Your dad sounded like a really nice guy. It must feel really good to know that so many other people thought of him the same way.

Janice
07-07-2007, 11:39 AM
I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. He sounds like he was a wonderful man indeed. It's so hard losing a parent. Nobody loves us the way they do. Hold onto your memories, they'll always be yours. My prayers to your father and your family, and especially your mother for the strength to get through this difficult time.

Max Whittaker
07-07-2007, 12:33 PM
Please don't think I'm being insensitive but he declined so rapidly in the last few months, and I'm glad he went quickly instead of him lingering for years. What he was going through, it was no way to live.
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My dad passed away about a month and a half ago, and that's how it was with him. He hasn't been in the best of health for the last 6 years, but he wasn't ill. It was only in the last few months that he began to decline rapidly. And it took us all a little off guard.

It's so weird to thing that he's not just a phone call away. He's always been there.

If you need to talk, I'm only a pm away.

Number 9 Dream
07-07-2007, 01:48 PM
I want to offer my condolences to you...I'm very sorry for your loss. Your father sounded like an awesome person indeed.

I'll keep you in my thoughts...hang in there.

BensonFan
07-07-2007, 01:53 PM
I am very sorry. It's hard to lose a dad, and I know that firsthand as well. Time is a remarkable thing that it does take a lot of the pain away, and after some time had passed I found it helped me to remember him for the way he lived and not the way he died.

Hang in there and take comfort in your family and friends.

Lee
07-07-2007, 02:01 PM
You have my sympathy and support

coffield3
07-07-2007, 02:06 PM
I know what your going through i lost my dad in 1999.
my deepest sympathy im sorry for your loss. Things will get better.;)

Melonhead00
07-07-2007, 02:23 PM
Your old man (father) will rest in peace at age 65-064 (years-days)

Lee
07-07-2007, 02:32 PM
Melonhead00:
Your old man (father) will rest in peace at age 65-064 (years-days)


How you doing, Teshawn? This is the first time I've seen you outside of
youtube.

Nighthawk76
07-07-2007, 02:32 PM
I'm really sorry. :(

Mikado
07-07-2007, 02:37 PM
I never know what to say at these times...i have a lump in my throat.....HUGGLES !

Ireneparalegal
07-07-2007, 03:27 PM
Oh that is terrible news. I am really sorry to hear this. My heart aches. I know losing a parent makes the world seem so empty. I just hope the memories you have of him will remain with you always. Sounds like you had a great father. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Hang in there sweetie. :bighug:

Brian Damage
07-07-2007, 03:30 PM
I am so sorry to read about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Melonhead00
07-07-2007, 05:44 PM
Melonhead00:
Your old man (father) will rest in peace at age 65-064 (years-days)


How you doing, Teshawn? This is the first time I've seen you outside of
youtube.

Huh?!

freshprinceofLA
07-07-2007, 05:46 PM
aww so sorry for your loss! Your dad sounded like a great day and I bet he was. I don't know what I would do without my dad. I pray for you and your family.

AB
07-07-2007, 06:23 PM
I'm very sorry for your loss. My father died in 2003 and I still miss him very much, but it does get easier to deal with as time goes by.:(

80s_Fan
07-07-2007, 08:16 PM
Actually, it was July 2nd. I would've posted sooner but I've been dealing with things.

I'm not only posting this to tell you of his death but I would like to honor him by saying a few things about him.

He & my mom were married for 44 years. They were high school sweethearts. It wasn't always roses. In fact, I can remember quite a few times when I was teenager, my mom threatening divorce. I can remember my sister & I always saying that if they got divorced, we would want to live with dad. But they stuck it out and got through it.

I always thought he was a great husband & father, but more so, he was an awesome human being. He didn't abuse my mom or us kids, he didn't run around on my mom, and was basically a hard worker. He did get laid off a few times and I do remember money was tight sometimes. We never went hungry though, even if we had something cheap & simple like pancakes or spagetti for dinner.

He would help anybody who needed it. He was an electrician for alot of years and he knew how to fix alot of other things, and if anybody needed any help, he was there, taking no money for the work he did. Alot of people knew him and he knew alot of people. I can't believe the calls and cards we've been getting about him since Monday. The funeral home asked how many people we expect for his service and we couldn't even begin to think of how many there's going to be.

I'm out of town alot for my job but I'm so glad I was able to get home for what was his last Father's Day. He just retired and he wasn't even able to enjoy his retirement!

Please don't think I'm being insensitive but he declined so rapidly in the last few months, and I'm glad he went quickly instead of him lingering for years. What he was going through, it was no way to live.

Sorry I'm rambling. These are things I would like to say at his service but I know that if I did, I would probably lose it halfway through.

So thanks for 'listening'.
_________________________________________________________________

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss; my thoughts and prayers are with you
and your entire family through this hard and sad time. :bighug:

HugeTVFan
07-07-2007, 08:18 PM
Actually, it was July 2nd. I would've posted sooner but I've been dealing with things.

I'm not only posting this to tell you of his death but I would like to honor him by saying a few things about him.

He & my mom were married for 44 years. They were high school sweethearts. It wasn't always roses. In fact, I can remember quite a few times when I was teenager, my mom threatening divorce. I can remember my sister & I always saying that if they got divorced, we would want to live with dad. But they stuck it out and got through it.

I always thought he was a great husband & father, but more so, he was an awesome human being. He didn't abuse my mom or us kids, he didn't run around on my mom, and was basically a hard worker. He did get laid off a few times and I do remember money was tight sometimes. We never went hungry though, even if we had something cheap & simple like pancakes or spagetti for dinner.

He would help anybody who needed it. He was an electrician for alot of years and he knew how to fix alot of other things, and if anybody needed any help, he was there, taking no money for the work he did. Alot of people knew him and he knew alot of people. I can't believe the calls and cards we've been getting about him since Monday. The funeral home asked how many people we expect for his service and we couldn't even begin to think of how many there's going to be.

I'm out of town alot for my job but I'm so glad I was able to get home for what was his last Father's Day. He just retired and he wasn't even able to enjoy his retirement!

Please don't think I'm being insensitive but he declined so rapidly in the last few months, and I'm glad he went quickly instead of him lingering for years. What he was going through, it was no way to live.

Sorry I'm rambling. These are things I would like to say at his service but I know that if I did, I would probably lose it halfway through.

So thanks for 'listening'.
:bighug:

Mr. Television
07-07-2007, 08:19 PM
I am so sorry. I know how it feels to lose a parent. You and your family are in my prayers. :(

phoebe7165
07-08-2007, 02:04 PM
Thank you to everybody for your concern!!

Thanks to consentida, Janice, Number9 Dream, Benson fan, Lee, coffield3, melonhead00, Blair's Number #1 Fan, Mikado, Irene, Brian Damage, freshprinceofLA, annball1957, 80sfan, HugeTVfan, & Walking Tall for all your kind words. I appreciate it so much!!!

And Max Whittaker, thanks that I could PM you, if needed. I'm OK for now. I didn't even know your dad passed away, too. The things you miss when one isn't on here as much!!

:thanks: :bighug:

Get this, my dad is still helping people, even in death. My mom told he had his bones, skin, & corneas donated, and anything else they could use.

Crimson and Clover
07-08-2007, 02:42 PM
Im so sorry.

Scoobiedoo30
07-08-2007, 03:15 PM
your family is in my prayers at this time of need

Kay Scarpetta
07-08-2007, 03:49 PM
Your family will be in my thoughts.

garyj
07-08-2007, 08:54 PM
Huh?!
I'm sorry for your loss. I lost my father in 1995 and I still miss him. Just remember he is in a happy place. I'm sure a great man like that knew the Lord Jesus and is in heaven. Thoughts and prayers go to you:)

dawsongirl
07-08-2007, 10:01 PM
Aww...he was too young. He sounds a lot like my dad. :)

Chin up, and don't be afraid to cry no matter where you are. Sounds like you'll miss him a lot.

gidgetgrape
07-08-2007, 10:30 PM
I'm sorry for your loss. Your father sounds like he was a wonderful man. God Bless.

*Pleasant Tomorrow*
07-08-2007, 10:58 PM
It sounds like he was a great person, and I'm sorry for your loss. :(

Karen64
07-08-2007, 11:01 PM
So sorry for your loss. Remember the happy times whenever you think of him. When my mother passed away when she was 54, it helped me to make a special scrapbook of her pictures and momentos of her achievements. Maybe doing something like that when you're ready may help you, too.

Karen*
07-09-2007, 12:09 AM
I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. :( :hug:

ponytail
07-09-2007, 06:25 AM
I'm so sorry about your dad. My dad passed on 5 years ago, it was sudden. He was only 68. The way you describe your dad reminds me of mine. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

phoebe7165
07-09-2007, 12:50 PM
Thank you so much to crimson and clover, Aaron, Kay Scarpetta, Family Ties Forever!, garyj, dawsongirl, gidgetgrape, Pleasant Tomorrow, karen64, The Girl Next Door, ponytail, Hollywood Rock Chic

and everybody else for your support!!!:yourock:

Already Gone
07-09-2007, 02:35 PM
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Scoobiedoo30
07-10-2007, 01:18 AM
We will all keep your family in your prayers

Elvis Fonzie Dean
07-10-2007, 03:37 AM
Your dad sounds like he was a great person.He may be gone, but you can look back on somebody who's great.

80sTrivia
07-10-2007, 05:57 AM
I'm so very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. From your loving tribute to him, he sounded like a wonderful father and loyal friend...

Stormtracker TF
07-10-2007, 08:39 AM
I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. Sounds like he was a great guy, rest in peace. :(

Corolla
07-12-2007, 09:21 AM
Sorry to hear about his passing. :(

Mr. Cranky
07-12-2007, 10:33 AM
Sorry for your loss. It's a terrible thing losing a parent.