teresa567 Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 Just hours after posting my last notice, my dad passed away. It was strange. My fiance, my mom, and I were in the room. We were surfing the web and my mom was dozing in a chair next to my dad. Right before midnight, I decided to go to bed. I got up and held his hand and told him I loved him. I told him I was going to be in the next room and that mom would stay with him. I also (again) told him it was okay to go even if I wasn't right at his side. I asked my mom (outloud) if she had told him it was okay to go and she said she had. He was still breathing slowly and it was now a few minutes to midnight (it happens to be his grandson's 7th birthday today...and we really didn't want the two to happen on the same day...but oh well). I was still holding his hand, but his pulse was weakening. I looked at him and he was still breathing, but things seemed to be changing. I moved to the other side of the bed and could only find a weak pulse on that hand. His feet were still very warm and his fingertips just started to get cold (he had a fever of over 103 degrees for the last 2 days in hospice). I put my hand on his chest and gently touched his forehead. I couldn't feel a heartbeat through his chest. He took one more breath...quiet, like a gentle sigh...and he was gone. It was beautiful and terrifying all at the same time. But, I know he is in a better place now looking down and helping all the rest of the lung cancer patients fight and WIN their battles! Please pray for my family as we face the funeral this Saturday...and as I face planning my upcoming wedding without my father. And please...continue to fight until we have a cure..because I know that is what he would want the most! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 I am so very, very sorry... Please know that we will continue to support you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 I am so very sorry for your loss of your father. Teresa I am sure that he will be smiling down on you from Heaven on your wedding day. ((((((((((((((((((((((Prayers))))))))))))))))))))))) Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 Most heartfelt Condolences and Sincere prayers for peace and Comfort during this trying time. Remember that if you need a shoulder or a little support we are always here for you whenever you need us. This is a difficult turn in the road of life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crystleshoe Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 I am so sorry. It will be tough for the next few days but im sure you will make it through. My thoughts are with you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 I'm so very, very sorry for your loss. I will be remembering you and your family in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geri Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 So very sorry for your loss. Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 Oh Theresa I am so sorry for the passing of you dad. Yes, he is now in a better place, pain free and full of peace. I am so glad you were with him when it took his last breath. That was bittersweet for you. My deepest of condolences goes out to you and your mom and the rest of your family. We are here for you whenever you need us. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda661 Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 I'm so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. We are still here for support anytime you need us. Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 I am so very sorry, Teresa. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 Teresa...I am so sorry. Prayers that in the coming days you find peace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev'sSister Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 I am very sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family. Your Dad, in spirit, will be at your wedding, and he will be free of pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 Teresa, I am so sorry to read your post. May you continue to know the peace you speak so eloquently of in your post. Eternal rest be granted unto him oh Lord, and may Your perpetual light shine upon him always. Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 I'm so sorry for you loss. My prayers are with you and your family. May your dad rest in peace. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justme2007 Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 Teresa, I am so sorry about your dad. He is in such a peaceful, joy-filled place now. I think the same about my mom, who died yesterday. Your dad will be smiling down at you for your wedding, and I'm sure his spirit will be there. Take good care of yourself, Beth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 I am so sorry. My prayers are with you and your family. Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastCoastLadi Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 May your dad rest in peace, my prayers go out to you and your family Grace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 Very sorry for the loss of your dad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 Prayers for strength and peace for you and your family. Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindy0519 Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 So sorry...my deepest sympathy. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted January 19, 2007 Share Posted January 19, 2007 I'm so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lennonsgirl Posted January 19, 2007 Share Posted January 19, 2007 You have my deepest sympathy!!!!!!! I hope we can find peace somehow in dealing with the loss of our loved ones (my mom died on 1/13/07). Hugs!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted January 19, 2007 Share Posted January 19, 2007 "Dancing on the stars in heaven...." what a beautiful picture your words have painted. I am sorry for your loss, and will pray for your family. Love, Shaorn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelepal Posted January 19, 2007 Share Posted January 19, 2007 I'm so sorry! I will pray for you and your Family.. (((HUGS))) Michele Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharonjo Posted January 19, 2007 Share Posted January 19, 2007 Teresa, I am very sorry for the loss of your dad. May he rest in peace. God Bless, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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