Lost my father today

[Noah Zark]

Very sorry for your loss, and prayers for the survivors to help cope with the loss and adjustment.

My father died in April 1997. It's not the same without him, and never will be. But as time passed it became easier to adjust to his physical absence. The first 18 mo to 2 yrs is the worst, but you all will make new traditions as you adjust.

Noah

 

[Brett248Vista]

I am very sorry for your loss. I lost my Dad last year April 24th. We lived together after my parents split and we spent most of our time together doing the things we both loved.

I came home and found him and it ripped my heart out.. He was 62 years old... Not a day has gone by since that I haven't felt lost without him.

 

[dryrider]

Your Dad would be proud of what you said about him and how you feel about him. Sorry for your loss!

 

[Bat Guano]

My sympathies. I lost my Dad back in 2005 at the age of 94, and it sure does leave a big hole in your life. Since then my son has become a proud father himself, and the grandson has the makings of a very fine boy. We go on, and it sure seems like Dad is still watching over us left behind. He was always concerned with others, and that would make sense.

God rest his soul.

 

[Guyman]

gamedic, what a warm, heartfelt eulogy in memory of your father; a hero forever.
I coincidently this morning was thinking of my father as I rambled through my storage closet. I came across my Dad's old Stevens (Savage) Model 87A .22 LR. As I gazed over the slightly pitted barrel and scuffed stock I remembered the lessons on safety and respect he taught me as a young lad----the same ones I have handed down to my son.
As I recall one of Dad's railroad friends contacted him one day on a rush down to W.T. Grant (that goes back) department store in Atlanta. They were having a close out special on all their firearms. Don't remember the year but must have been early 50's. Can't recall the cost but guess is around $19.95.
I looked it up on line just out of curiosity and see that it is not considered a collector's item---$100.00 or so will pick one up. I would never consider giving it up for any reason as there is just too much sentiment attached.
I lost my Dad in 1980. Think of him often and miss him very much.
Best regards, Georgia neighbor in Newton County.

 

[LTC]

You have my heartfelt sympathies. Never let his name fade from your family and friends circle. As long as your father's name is spoken he will never be far from your heart.

I am truely lucky to still have my father. A child of the depression, a WWII ETO veteran and a man I have worked along side of for the past 45 years.

Pop will be 89 the end of next month. his step has slowed a bit, but he still makes it to work 5 days a week. I don't know how I will handle his passing. I know it will be a severe trial for our family, but we will have a long lifetime of memories to sustain us in our grief.

Keep your Dad in your heart and thoughts and he will continue to guide your steps.

LTC

 

[jj2am44]

Sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences sent.

 

[kenpofan]

With deepest respect I send my condolences to you and your family.

 

[wsl1971]

Sorry for your loss

Bill

 

[Old 44 Guy]

gamedic; I believe you & yours will find the going easier now. All the kind thoughts & wishes from your friends on The Forum should be comforting. I lost my dad in 1968 & still miss him. Hang in there. Time heals all wounds.

 

[woodsltc]

I'm sorry for your loss.

Sounds like your dad was a fine man and someone you will always be proud of.

Prayers for you and your family.

Don

 

[Gun 4 Fun]

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I lost my dad this past New Year's eve, so it's still fresh in my mind and I can certainly relate. It sounds like your dad was the kind of man that this country needs a whole lot more of.

I know you miss him and always will, but in a way that's kinda cool. It simply means that he was a hero to you and his being in your life made a giant impact on who you are now. There are no words to make anyone ever feel better, but at least know we are all here for you if you need us.

 

[rpbcab]

Bless you and your family.

 

[PALADIN85020]

I am very sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is never easy, but most of us must go through it. Be thankful he had a long and productive life and that he instilled such great values in you. He was obviously one of the "greatest generation."

I lost my own father over 22 years ago, but there is not a day that I don't think of him and how lucky I was to have him and my mother for parents. My dad had an old Tiffany-style lamp on his desk in his final years. I now have that same lamp in our living room, and when I turn it off in the evening, I whisper "Good night, Dad, and thanks."

Remember that no one is truly gone if someone remembers and loves them and still carries their influence during their daily lives.

God bless you and your family.

John

 

[Wheelgunner840]

So sorry gamedic.
Please accept my sincerest condolences.


WG840

 

[semperfi71]

Many condolences. He sounds like a Man's Man.

 

[bmhiii]

My sincere condolences. Grieve a while then celebrate the great life he had and all the good things he did.

May your dad Rest in Peace and hope he runs into my dad up there and says "Hey".