Posted by NCLisa on 11/5/06 2:23pm
Msg #157406

OT - My father passed away today.

Thank you for your thoughts, prayers and energy. My father fought very hard to stay with us, but his heart could not take it anymore. He died peacefully this afternoon surrounded by myself, my daughter and my mom. My daughter, Allegra was his sun and moon, and as always, she didn't move from her grandpa's side. He knew we loved him, and he knew that it was ok to finally let go. He was a great man, and everyone that met him loved him. He will be missed.

Reply by Teddog/CO on 11/5/06 2:25pm
Msg #157407

Your father and family are in my prayers. So sorry for your loss.

Reply by Stamper_WI on 11/5/06 2:27pm
Msg #157408

May your love and memories heal your hearts.

Reply by dwortham/nc on 11/5/06 8:26pm
Msg #157464

Lisa, my thoughts and prayers are with your family. Take Care.

Reply by cassiewi on 11/5/06 2:33pm
Msg #157409

I am so sorry for your loss and will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.

Reply by AngelinaAZ on 11/5/06 2:46pm
Msg #157410

I'm so sorry Lisa...

You and your family will be in our hearts and prayers!

Reply by Korey Humphreys on 11/5/06 2:48pm
Msg #157411

I'm really sorry for your loss. Here's a poem that I love that always gets me through times like this:

Do not stand by my grave and weep.
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am a diamond glint on the snow.
I am the sun light on a ripened grain.
I am the gentle Autumn rain.
When you awake in the mornings hush,
I am the swift up lifting rush.
Of quiet birds in circling flight,
I am the soft starshine at night.
Do not stand by my grave and cry,
I am not there..... I did not die.

Reply by LkArrowhd/CA on 11/5/06 3:04pm
Msg #157418

Re: OT - My father passed away today. Korey this is lovely,

it speaks to all of nature's beauty. Thank you for sharing that.

Reply by bestcal on 11/5/06 2:52pm
Msg #157412

Re: OT - My father passed away today.Lisa

My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Reply by Linda_H/FL on 11/5/06 2:53pm
Msg #157413

Re: My deepest sympathies to you and yours, Lisa n/m

Reply by LkArrowhd/CA on 11/5/06 3:01pm
Msg #157415

Re: OT -Lisa my deepest heartfelt thoughts are with you,

your mom and Allegra. Your dad has touched the lives of many, more then he could even imagine. May he be at peace and free of all pain at last.

Reply by Sylvia_FL on 11/5/06 3:03pm
Msg #157416

Lisa,
I am so sorry for your loss. The following helped me when I lost my father in law, and then both my parents. I hope it helps you somewhat.


What is dying? I am standing on the sea shore. A ship sails and spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the ocean. She is an object of beauty and I stand watching her till at last she fades on the horizon, and someone at my side says, “She is gone.” Gone where? Gone from my sight, that is all; she is just as large in the masts, hull and spars as she was when I saw her, and just as able to bear her load of living freight to its destination.

The diminished size and total loss of sight is in me, not in her; and just at the moment when someone at my side says “She is gone,” there are others who are watching her coming, and other voices take up a glad shout, “There she comes,” and that is Dying.

Reply by LkArrowhd/CA on 11/5/06 3:08pm
Msg #157419

Re: OT - My father passed away today. Beautiful Sylvia n/m

Reply by sandi42 on 11/5/06 3:58pm
Msg #157424

i know how it feels i lost my mom, father and grandmother this year god bless you

Reply by Pamela on 11/5/06 8:20pm
Msg #157462

Sandi42, Re: OT - My father passed away today.

My heart goes out to you too, as you are also experiencing
much sorrow in your life.

My mother died in 1982, my grandmother in 1986 and father in 1988.
(My grandfather died in 1971). It's extremely hard to lose anyone that
you love. "Back to Back" makes it that much harder. Being the
only child, I had to take care of all matters by myself (Though I had
friends for support, all decisions were mine and mine alone to make.).

But no matter what, Always trust in the Lord Jesus Christ.
He will heal your pain.

Also, It will get much harder before it gets better. Eventually some
of the hurt may ease, but not all. However, memories last a lifetime!
Make a memory or keepsafe book. If you like to write, keep a diary
or journal. Start a new hobby. Keep busy. . . Talk to the Lord each
and every day!

May God Bless You and your family, during these trying times and always,


Pam

Reply by BarbaraL_CA on 11/5/06 4:02pm
Msg #157426

I'm so sorry for your loss. May you and your family be comforted by His love and by the many beautiful memories you have.

Reply by Charm_AL on 11/5/06 4:45pm
Msg #157431

Oh Lisa...

I'm so sorry you lost your Dad today. Mine left when I was 21, and I haven't seen him since.
This helps me get through the rough spots. Take care sweety...

Heavenly Father,

Help us remember that the jerk who cut us off in traffic last night is a single mother who worked nine hours that day and is rushing home to cook dinner, help with homework, do the laundry and spend a few precious moments with her children.

Help us to remember that the pierced, tattooed, disinterested young man who can't make change correctly is a worried 19-year-old college student, balancing his apprehension over final exams with his fear of not getting his student loans for next semester.

Remind us, Lord, that the scary looking bum, begging for money in the same spot every day (who really ought to get a job!) is a slave to addictions that we can only imagine in our worst nightmares.

Help us to remember that the old couple walking annoyingly slow through the store aisles and blocking our shopping progress are savoring this moment, knowing that, based on the biopsy report she got back last week, this will be the last year that they go shopping together.

Heavenly Father, remind us each day that, of all the gifts you give us, the greatest gift is love. It is not enough to share that love with those we hold dear. Open our hearts not to just those who are close to us, but to all humanity. Let us be slow to judge and quick to forgive, show patience, empathy and love.

May your Dad rest in peace.

Reply by Sarah/CA on 11/5/06 4:53pm
Msg #157433

Lots of thoughts and prayers to you and your family. I am sure he felt very loved to have you there by his side.

Reply by Pierces Notary Services on 11/5/06 5:05pm
Msg #157436

Lisa - I'm truly sorry for your loss. Brings me back to when my father passed. He will always be with you in your heart as mine is with me. I'll pray for you and your family to get through this.

Reply by Charles_Ca on 11/5/06 5:25pm
Msg #157439

My deepest sympathies. I am sorry for your loss. I've lost both of my parents and ultimately we only have memories to live with. It is wonderful that you have good memories and that your daughter got to know your father.

Reply by christiSocal on 11/5/06 5:35pm
Msg #157440

My prayers are with you and your family too.

Reply by SueW/Tn on 11/5/06 6:05pm
Msg #157444

I have been away this weekend, please know

your sorrow is shared and you and your family are in my thoughts and my prayers.

Reply by Laura Upton on 11/5/06 6:49pm
Msg #157448

Lisa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you and keep you.

Laura Upton

Reply by BrendaTx on 11/5/06 7:08pm
Msg #157451

Lisa, I am so sorry.

Reply by Pamela on 11/5/06 7:38pm
Msg #157453

Lisa, Re: OT - My father passed away today.

Words cannot convey the emptiness of your heart.
My mom, grandparents and father all passed away,
(years ago) before I turned 30. And I am an only child. . .

As the years go by, the pain my ease just a bit.
However, memories last forever.

May I suggest, when you feel up to it, to start a memory book.
You will treasure it in the years to come. And if you like to write,
keep a journal. Journals can be very helpful.

As always trust in the Lord Jesus Christ to heal your suffering
(as there will be both good times and bad).

May God Bless You and Your Family,

Pam


Lisa,

Singer Luther Vandross made a heartfelt tribute to his father
with the following song (it's one of my favorites):


LUTHER VANDROSS LYRICS

Dance With My Father


Back when I was a child, before life removed all the innocence
My father would lift me high and dance with my mother and me and then
Spin me around 'til I fell asleep
Then up the stairs he would carry me
And I knew for sure I was loved
If I could get another chance, another walk, another dance with him
I'd play a song that would never, ever end
How I'd love, love, love
To dance with my father again
When I and my mother would disagree
To get my way, I would run from her to him
He'd make me laugh just to comfort me
Then finally make me do just what my mama said
Later that night when I was asleep
He left a dollar under my sheet
Never dreamed that he would be gone from me
If I could steal one final glance, one final step, one final dance with him
I'd play a song that would never, ever end
'Cause I'd love, love, love
To dance with my father again
Sometimes I'd listen outside her door
And I'd hear how my mother cried for him
I pray for her even more than me
I pray for her even more than me
I know I'm praying for much too much
But could you send back the only man she loved
I know you don't do it usually
But dear Lord she's dying
To dance with my father again
Every night I fall asleep and this is all I ever dream


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Reply by Regal/NC on 11/5/06 8:44pm
Msg #157469

My sincere condolences to you and your family, my Mom passed

on 10/24/06 after a long battle. Thankfully she was at peace!

StayBlessed!

Reply by Bonnie_CO on 11/5/06 10:24pm
Msg #157475

My heart and prayers go out to you and your family Lisa. May God bless and comfort you in this very difficult time. You will be in my prayers.

Reply by Traveling2U on 11/5/06 10:37pm
Msg #157476

I am so sorry 2 Corinthians 5

For we know that when this tent we live in now is taken down-when we die and leave these bodies-we will have wonderful new bodies in heaven, homes that will be ours forevermore, made for us by God himself, and not by human hands.

How weary we grow of our present bodies. That is why we look forward eagerly to the day when we shall have heavenly bodies which we shall put on like new clothes.

I feel your pain you will miss your father as I still miss my father I believe he isn't suffering anymore. I find peace and understanding in this book of the Bible when death find someone I love. Your dad will always be around you in spiirt your angel.

Reply by Debra Holston on 11/5/06 10:56pm
Msg #157478

I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be greatly missed. You and your family are in my prayers.

Reply by John_NorCal on 11/6/06 12:26am
Msg #157481

My sincere condolences to you and your family. Your father will live forever in your loving memory. God bless.

Reply by VickiWA on 11/6/06 6:56am
Msg #157483

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I send prayers of God's comforting love and peace to you and your family.

Reply by MB_AZ on 11/6/06 7:29am
Msg #157484

I am sorry to hear of his passing. I hope the wonderful memories of your father will give you and your family comfort.

Reply by Poppy on 11/6/06 8:59am
Msg #157487

Lisa,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I will continue to pray for peace and comfort for you and your family. Kindess Regards... Poppy

Reply by Kathleen/CA on 11/6/06 10:10am
Msg #157491

Lisa, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May cherished memories lighten your days ahead. God Bless. Sincerely~Kathy

Reply by Calnotary on 11/6/06 10:20am
Msg #157492

I am sorry for your loss;My father's burial was Nov 5, 2003

And I know how you feel now. It's been 3 years already and still hurts.

Reply by VickiWA on 11/6/06 12:26pm
Msg #157520

Calnotary...

This sounds like a difficult time of year. Hope you have a light and peaceful day.

Vicki

Reply by Ernest__CT on 11/6/06 11:09am
Msg #157503

Peace be with you and your family, including your father. n/m

Reply by DellaCa on 11/6/06 11:23am
Msg #157504

Re: I am sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you n/m

Reply by DHartley_PA on 11/6/06 2:22pm
Msg #157542

Lisa,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. God Bless.
Doreen

Reply by SLP_VA on 11/7/06 12:34pm
Msg #157793

Lisa, Sorry for the lateness of this. I just logged on today.

I am very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. I do know what you're going thru as I lost my mother a few years back (she was only 46 when she passed).

I will keep you in my prayers and may God Bless you and your family.