rayroy Posted August 11, 2003 Share Posted August 11, 2003 Dad passed away on 8-2-03 at 10:05 pm. His long battle with advanced lung cancer is over. He outlived his prognosis several times but ultimately his body was too tired to fight. He had immense pain and suffering for months. Luckily, the last few weeks he had very little pain. Antonio Villela was born on October 11, 1925 in Santo Domingo, Mexico. He was one of 9 children. He moved to California in the late 50's and worked as an agriculture worker picking grapes, oninions, and oranges. He brought his family to America for a better life and he did provide a better life for all of his family. He worked as a landscaper for the last 30 years until he was diagnosed with lung cancer. He enjoyed gardening, watching classical Mexican movies, and spending time with the family. He was a family man and did everthing for the family. He put others above himself. He didn't care about material possessions, he cared about people and helping others. He was a very kind man and touched all those that knew him. I believe he is still with us in spirit and in our memories. I am glad I came back to California and spent quality time with Dad. I will continue to live for him and our family. He wanted it that way. Cherish each day because life should not be taken for granted. Dad would want it this way. I still can't believe he is not here, he was so strong and loved life. At least the cancer cannot hurt him anymore. I still see dad in my visions and memories. I still talk with him and ask for his advice and I can imagine what he would say. This brings me great comfort. I hope all of you fare much better than dad in your fight against lung cancer. ray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea B. Posted August 11, 2003 Share Posted August 11, 2003 Ray, Thanks for sharing your dad's history and memories. Your dad will forever live in your heart. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spanky Posted August 11, 2003 Share Posted August 11, 2003 I'm so sorry, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to you on the loss of your father...He fought a good long & hard fight...Take care of yourself. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna D Posted August 11, 2003 Share Posted August 11, 2003 Your Dad was a wonderful man. I am so sorry for your loss of him. My prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. Dona Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eileen Posted August 11, 2003 Share Posted August 11, 2003 so very sorry for your loss eileen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 11, 2003 Share Posted August 11, 2003 Ray, I have a heavy heart at your loss. My sincere condolensces. Please stay with us and let us help where we can with the grief and beyond. I am so glad you had quality time with your dad. Blessings. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted August 11, 2003 Share Posted August 11, 2003 Dear Ray, What a special man your dad was. My husbands Grandma lived to be 91 years old, she once told me she lived through her wonderful memories of those loved ones who had gone before her. I hope you can find comfort in the memories you were able to create with your wonderful dad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mainecoon Posted August 11, 2003 Share Posted August 11, 2003 It saddens me deeply to read of your father's passing. He sounds like a good, strong, honorable man. I have no doubt Antonio Villela will be greatly missed by the many to whom he meant so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn Posted August 11, 2003 Share Posted August 11, 2003 Ray, Your Dad sounds like such a special man...guess the apple doesn't fall far from the tree? You took such excellent care of him. God bless, Lynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobmc Posted August 12, 2003 Share Posted August 12, 2003 Ray, so very sorry for your loss, he was truely a gifted man and someone who set the right example. Please accept my sincere condolences. God bless and may God provide you and your family strength in your time of need. Be well Ray Bobmc- NSCLC- stage IIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DaveG Posted August 13, 2003 Share Posted August 13, 2003 Ray: I have always enjoyed your comments and reports on your father. Your reports will be missed, but hopefully your comments will continue and you will remain a loyal member of LCSC. The list continues to grow, as we continue our fight to bring much needed attention to this disease. Your expertise will always be greatly appreciated, especially when one considers that I am a survivor. God Bless you, and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted August 13, 2003 Share Posted August 13, 2003 Ray, Your deep love for your wonderful father comes through so very clearly in your poignant tribute to him. I'm happy that he is not suffering any longer, but sorry for your pain and that of your family as you mourn his passing. Take care and check in with us when the time is right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Posted August 16, 2003 Share Posted August 16, 2003 Ray, Your father sounded like such a wonderful man. From your posts I can tell you are alot alike. Wishing you comfort in this time of sorrow. Blessings, Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie Posted August 16, 2003 Share Posted August 16, 2003 Ray, I am so sorry to hear about your Father's death. You were so good to him and he was a wonderful man. God bless you and your family. Laurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teresag Posted August 16, 2003 Share Posted August 16, 2003 I believe he is still with us in spirit and in our memories. No doubt about it. After my Dad died, I immediately felt closer to him, as though now he was available to talk to me, to be near me; something he couldn't do when the cancer was stealing all his strength. May you continue to gain wisdom and strength from your Dad for many years to come. You wrote a lovely mini-biography of him - what a strong, dignified and loyal man he was! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted August 16, 2003 Share Posted August 16, 2003 I am so glad you were able to come home to be with your father. I am so sorry for your loss. Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Posted August 16, 2003 Share Posted August 16, 2003 I too am sorry about your father. You were a great devoted son and I am sure he really appreciated everything you did... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted August 17, 2003 Share Posted August 17, 2003 Dear Ray, I am so very sorry you to see you lost your wonderful father. My sincere sympathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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