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R.I.P. pop-pop

Post in 'The Inglenook' started by WellSeasoned, Jan 9, 2013.

  1. WellSeasoned Minister of Fire

    joined: Nov 25, 2011
    1,684 posts
    Eastern Pa
    It's not like me to do this.... but I will

    My grandfather passed this morning into the gates of heaven. My best friend, father like, who taught me to fish at a young age, how to be a man, a good husband, and a good father. He fought for our freedom, loved the Lord, and would help anybody. I miss you already, love you, rest in peace. :(
    WellSeasoned, Jan 9, 2013
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  2. corey21 Minister of Fire

    joined: Oct 28, 2010
    2,208 posts
    Soutwest VA
    Sorry to hear about your loss....
    corey21, Jan 9, 2013
    #2

  3. jharkin Minister of Fire

    joined: Oct 21, 2009
    2,060 posts
    Holliston, MA USA
    Very sorry for your loss WS.
    jharkin, Jan 9, 2013
    #3

  4. zap Minister of Fire

    joined: Aug 25, 2009
    10,374 posts
    Sorry for you loss Wellseasoned. With time the memories will put a smile on your face, maybe just a song when you're driving down the road or drinking his favorite soft drink ( At my grandfathers we drank squirt, still when I grab one it reminds me of heading to the barn in the old truck with him.)

    Zap
    zap, Jan 9, 2013
    #4

  5. BrotherBart He Who Moderates

    joined: Nov 18, 2005
    21,930 posts
    Northern Virginia
    Sorry to hear it. I am at that point in life when most of the good people in my life are leaving. I know that it leaves a hole that can't be filled.
    BrotherBart, Jan 9, 2013
    #5

  6. fossil Super Moderator

    joined: Sep 30, 2007
    9,147 posts
    Bend, Oregon
    As a young boy, and on into my teens, I was quite close with my maternal grandfather. It's been 34 years now since he died. I still think of him pretty much every day, and I know I will continue to love him and miss him as long as I'm able to remember him. In a lot of ways I'm very much like him, so he's living on in me in a way, I s'pose. Time will soften the edges of your grief...but don't try to rush it. It's a journey best walked through slowly. It's the curse of growing older...losing the older folks we've always loved. So hard. Cling tightly to family & close friends. Rick
    fossil, Jan 9, 2013
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  7. Doing The Dixie Eyed Hustle Minister of Fire

    joined: May 27, 2008
    3,992 posts
    Ridge, LI, NY
    Snuffles from Dix & Matisse your way.

    Miss mine. He taught me how to ball room dance whilst standing on his shoes.

    I can hear him now "Come on, Doll, get it together".

    Those memories are beyond measure. Cherish them.
    Doing The Dixie Eyed Hustle, Jan 9, 2013
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  8. DexterDay Minister of Fire

    joined: Dec 11, 2010
    9,054 posts
    NE Ohio
    Condolences from our family. Thoughts and Prayers headed your way WS.
    DexterDay, Jan 9, 2013
    #8

  9. PapaDave Minister of Fire

    joined: Feb 23, 2008
    4,762 posts
    Northern MI - in the mitten
    He's gone, but not forgotten
    Gone, yet still he's here
    He'll be there if you need him
    Tomorrow, or, next year.
    No need for sorrow or for crying
    Those tears will come and go
    But always in your memories
    He'll be there .....and you'll know

    May your pop-pop rest in peace.
    PapaDave, Jan 9, 2013
    #9
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  10. WellSeasoned Minister of Fire

    joined: Nov 25, 2011
    1,684 posts
    Eastern Pa
    Thank you everyone for your kind words. Very touching...
    WellSeasoned, Jan 10, 2013
    #10

  11. rottiman Minister of Fire

    joined: Sep 23, 2009
    1,082 posts
    Ontario Canada
    Deepest sympathy from our house as well. Understand how your feeling right now as we lost both mothers within 3 weeks of Xmas. Remember the good times and know that he is in a better place.
    rottiman, Jan 10, 2013
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  12. firefighterjake Minister of Fire

    joined: Jul 22, 2008
    13,473 posts
    Unity/Bangor, Maine
    Sorry to hear this.
    firefighterjake, Jan 10, 2013
    #12

  13. Jags Super Moderator

    joined: Aug 2, 2006
    11,296 posts
    Northern Illinois
    Just know that my thoughts are with you and yours.
    Jags, Jan 10, 2013
    #13

  14. WellSeasoned Minister of Fire

    joined: Nov 25, 2011
    1,684 posts
    Eastern Pa
    Thanks again everybody.
    WellSeasoned, Jan 10, 2013
    #14

  15. rdust Minister of Fire

    joined: Feb 9, 2009
    3,341 posts
    Michigan
    My deepest condolences to you and yours. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
    rdust, Jan 10, 2013
    #15

  16. raybonz Minister of Fire

    joined: Feb 5, 2008
    5,972 posts
    Carver, MA.
    Very sorry WS..
    raybonz, Jan 10, 2013
    #16

  17. jeff_t Minister of Fire

    joined: Sep 14, 2008
    2,691 posts
    SE MI
    Codolences.

    I never had a grandfather, and my girls don't either. You're lucky for the time you had. Cherish it.
    jeff_t, Jan 10, 2013
    #17

  18. pen Super Moderator

    joined: Aug 2, 2007
    6,071 posts
    N.E. Penna
    Sorry to hear WS. I a good father is wonderful, but there's something different and special about a pop-pop. I feel for ya.

    pen
    pen, Jan 10, 2013
    #18

  19. rdust Minister of Fire

    joined: Feb 9, 2009
    3,341 posts
    Michigan
    I never did either, thankfully my kids are more fortunate than me. They have a great "Papa" and "Grandpa".
    rdust, Jan 10, 2013
    #19

  20. Freakingstang Member

    joined: Dec 30, 2012
    245 posts
    Berlin Center, Ohio
    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    Freakingstang, Jan 10, 2013
    #20

  21. bubbasdad Member

    joined: Feb 12, 2012
    62 posts
    Howell, Michigan.
    Sorry for your loss.
    bubbasdad, Jan 10, 2013
    #21

  22. tickbitty Minister of Fire

    joined: Feb 21, 2008
    1,486 posts
    VA
    I'm so sorry WS. Virtual hugs to you. He must have been very proud of you.
    tickbitty, Jan 15, 2013
    #22

  23. jimmieguns Member

    joined: Dec 10, 2012
    216 posts
    Long Island, NY
    Wow Man---SO sorry for

    Wow....So so sorry WS..... He sounds like a truly great role model--glad u listened and followed his wisdom. May GOD rest him and his deep-soul...
    jimmieguns, Jan 15, 2013
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  24. WellSeasoned Minister of Fire

    joined: Nov 25, 2011
    1,684 posts
    Eastern Pa
    Thanks everyone. The funeral is today, then the healing process will begin.
    WellSeasoned, Jan 15, 2013
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