London Lad Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 Dad passed away this Saturday just gone. Everything seems unreal at the moment. Since I was a kid, because I had such a wonderful, loving childhood I have always dreaded the day when I'd be without my parents. I still have my beautiful mother and sisters but right now my heart is in pieces. It is certainly true that the level of grief felt is proportional to the love that has been lost. Over the past 10 months my dad battled with such courage and dignity he redefined what those two words mean to me. We did many good things through 2004 but I have many regrets around the things I didn't achieve while my dad was still here. His passing was peaceful for someone who'd been fighting so long and so hard in a battle we all knew could ultimately not be won. Tonight our favourite football team plays. We'd often watch the games together but when we couldn't see the game together we always speak by phone after the match. Tonight I have nobody to call and it hurts so bad. I'm so proud of my dad, he'll forever be my hero. May I extend my thanks to the kind, supportive and wonderful folk on this board. My dad knew I came on this board and he'd be grateful to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anais Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 I am so sorry for your loss. I also felt ''anesthetized'' the first days following my mother's death, everything seemed unreal like you mentioned... I hope you will feel better soon. Take care, Anaïs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pritchie Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 Sean, I'm so sorry for the loss of your Dad. You, Your Mom and Family are in My thoughts and prayers. Pamela Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 I am so sorry..The loss of someone so dear is devasting..I pray that you can find some peace somehow through all this... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haylee_38 Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with your family. Haylee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 So sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 I am also so very sorry about your dads passing. It never gets easier, it just becomes accepted numbness. I lost mom 17 months ago to LC and dad 7 months ago to LC. I still ache to talk to them or call one of them. I hope you can smile through your tears some day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 LondonLad, so sorry you lost your dad. It is a traumatic thing no matter when in our lives it happens. I lost my dad and mom when I was in my early twenties. I decided then that I would be the best person I could be to honor their memories. And we have the memories of the good times we had. I wish you peace. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy P Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 Sean - So sorry for your loss - I remember an earlier post where you had written about a day spent with your father and going to a football game. That story really stuck with me and the love for your father came through so clearly, as it still does. I send your and your family warm thoughts and prayers for strength and peace in the coming days. Much Love, Amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 LondonLad, I remember your first post here. I am so sorry your father has passed on. He was lucky to have you and you were lucky to have him. I sure hope he will be up there watching over you, I believe he will. Again, my condolences. Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patut Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 I am knowing what you are going through and am sorry you must go through this. I lost my husband one month ago and it seems like yesterday. I have found that it helps to post to the "grieving" forum on this site. There are several of us who are grieving right now as you are. My best to you in these difficult days. Cyndy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 I am so sorry to hear your father has passed away. I wish you strength to get through the days ahead without him.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 London Lad, I am so sorry for your great loss. I just lost my dad in June, and I know it hurts. May God hold you close - very close! Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 I'm so sorry for your loss. Peace to his memory, strength and comfort to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 London Lad, I too am very sorry for your loss.Praying for strength and comfort in the coming days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eileen Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 I am so sorry for the loss of your dear Dad, my deepest sympathy to you and your family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 I am so sorry for your great loss. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Sean, I also am so sorry you have lost your Dad. May you and your family find peace. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your great loss. May God be with you and your family. sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAnn Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Sean, You have honored your dad with such kind words. I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies. TAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted January 21, 2005 Share Posted January 21, 2005 I am sorry to hear of your loss. Hang on to your memories. They will help you t hrough. love and fortitude elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted January 21, 2005 Share Posted January 21, 2005 So sorry to hear of your loss. Remember that your Dad will live on in your heart forever! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berisa Posted January 22, 2005 Share Posted January 22, 2005 sorry for your loss...Thanks God giving you a wonderful dad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donaf Posted January 25, 2005 Share Posted January 25, 2005 I am sorry for your loss. You have wonderful memories and the knowledge that you were there for him. Sending prayers your way. Martha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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