3boys4amy Posted December 18, 2007 Share Posted December 18, 2007 My dad passed away Sunday night, 12/16/07 peacefully with his sister by his side. He was in a nursing home in West Virginia. I think the last time I logged in was in March when we placed him under hospice care. In April, I went back up to take my cousin to be his caregiver. While we were there, his home burned down, and he had to be placed in a nursing home. He made a remarkable recovery during the summer and was up walking around, making friends, playing games. He gave his heart to the Lord in March. He started getting sick again in September and I went and spent 3 weeks with him at the nursing home. This past week, he stopped being able to take anything in orally. Sunday morning, his temp spiked and his O2 level dropped. He became unresponsive. I called his sister who lives about 45 minutes from the nursing home and she went to be with him. He passed about 10:55 p.m. He wasn't in pain. He is being cremated tomorrow and his remains will be shipped to Florida to me to be held for his memorial service that we are planning in April. I want all of his family to be able to be there for a family reunion. Dad's favorite thing. Here is the link to dad's online memorial through the funeral home. Thank you so much for being there for me through out the years. I will be back. I just need some time to grieve. http://www.honakerfuneralhome.org/runtime.php?SiteId=2198&NavigatorId=47875&ItemId=142151&viewOpt=dpaneOnly&op=moreinfo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted December 18, 2007 Share Posted December 18, 2007 Your dad was a warrior. I am so sorry to hear that you have such sadness right now. Your family will be in my prayers. Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leela Posted December 18, 2007 Share Posted December 18, 2007 I'm so very sorry for your loss. Hugs, Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted December 18, 2007 Share Posted December 18, 2007 my thoughts and condolences and prayers for now. I am so sorry to hear this today.. Please know that we are here whenever you need us. THe grieving process is a difficult one and sometimes confusing. KNow that we are here though in case..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted December 18, 2007 Share Posted December 18, 2007 Please accept my sympathy for your family. I am so sorry. pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted December 18, 2007 Share Posted December 18, 2007 My condolences to your family. I'm so very sorry. God Bless, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbb Posted December 18, 2007 Share Posted December 18, 2007 I am so sorry to hear about your dad. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted December 18, 2007 Share Posted December 18, 2007 I'm so sorry Amy. The poem was just beautiful. I hope it will bring you peace and comfort. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 Amy I am so very sorry about your Dad. Please accept my sympathies and prayers at this difficult time. Warmly Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 Amy I am so sorry for your loss. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 I am so sorry. My prayers are with you tonight. Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEA Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 I am so sorry. Keeping you in thought and prayer. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 Amy, So sorry for your loss, will keep you in my prayers during this sad time. Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkelley Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 So sorry Amy. Prayers and Hugs for you and your family. Tammy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenlaureti Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 I know what you are feeling so much. My Dad passed in October and the pain is deep. I pray for you and your family during this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 I'm sorry Amy. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 Amy, I am so, so sorry to read 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...
Don M Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 Amy, please accept my condolences for your loss. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Amy, Please accept my condolences on the passing of your dad. I am so glad that he seemed to have had some really good times before this caught up to him again. Always keep him close in your heart and there he will live on through you. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted December 23, 2007 Share Posted December 23, 2007 I'm so very sorry. We'll be here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted December 23, 2007 Share Posted December 23, 2007 Amy, I so remember reading all that your dad went through. I'm so glad that you were able to spend quality time with him. And that he found peace with God. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieB Posted December 27, 2007 Share Posted December 27, 2007 Oh no I can't believe I missed this one while I was out of town...my heart is heavy and sad for you. Your dad was such a fighter. I've often wondered about you both. Please know I am saying a prayer for you and your family. Please accept my condolences, I am so so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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