I'm sorry to say that my father passed away suddenly and peacefully in Florida this past Wednesday.
I have been out of contact for several days and I apologise to any who have e-mailed me, for the delay in responding. I know those folks will understand.
We are getting through the tragedy and are trying to get my mom's life back in order.
Love you all.
Dave
Posted by Robert Thomas (Member # 1356) on :
Dave, Sorry to hear about your dad. My mom passed away in June, all of the kids made it here to say goodbye before she went. I know my mom & your dad are in a better place.
Take Care
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Dave, You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. It's seems a little harder to lose a loved one during the holiday season,I know I lost my Daddy during this time in '92. Take care, Judy
Posted by Ken Henry (Member # 598) on :
Sorry to hear of your loss Dave. Please accept the sincere condolances of Louise and Myself.
Posted by Peter Schuttinga (Member # 2821) on :
Our sincere condolances to you and your family. Never an easy thing to lose someone you love, but if the survivors become closer because of it then good can come from a tragedy such as this. My father is in the later stages of emphasema, and I may soon face the same reality as you are now. Posted by Joey Madden (Member # 1192) on :
So sorry to hear of your loss Dave.
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
Hey Applicator
My best to you and your family. May your memories serve as your greatest comfort
Regards
Posted by Steve Shortreed (Member # 436) on :
Our hearts go out to you and Shirley Dave. You've often talked about the great times you and your Dad have shared over the years.
Posted by Joe Rees (Member # 211) on :
Thanks for including us Dave. Very relieved about the 'peacefully' part. Being there with your family is the best thing. Be in that moment. My condolences.
Posted by Rick Chavez (Member # 2146) on :
I am so sorry to hear about your loss Dave, I know it must be difficult, you will be in my thoughts.
Posted by William Holohan (Member # 2514) on :
Dave, Very sorry to hear about your Dad. My prayers are with you and yours.
Posted by Kathy Joiner (Member # 1814) on :
Dave, so sorry that you lost your Dad. Judy is right this is a hard time to loose a loved one.
Posted by Miles Cullinane (Member # 980) on :
Dave Sorry to hear of your loss.
Posted by AdrienneMorgan (Member # 1046) on :
Me too Dave....it's hard, I know..my Mom is close....will be praying for you and your family. love, A
Posted by Sheila Ferrell (Member # 3741) on :
Dave, For once I can say this to someone, yet wish I could'nt, but,.....I know how you feel. It's the inevitable come upon us and we know it and still cannot be ready for it.
My heart and prayers go out to you.
Posted by KARYN BUSH (Member # 1948) on :
my condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
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Posted by Ray Rheaume (Member # 3794) on :
Sorry to hear about you loss, Dave.
Condolences and prayers to you and your family. Rapid
Posted by Jillbeans (Member # 1912) on :
Please accept my sympathy as well, Dave. My thoughts are with you. Take care. Love- JILL
Posted by Delzell (Member # 1965) on :
I am so sorry to hear of your loss Dave. You have my sympathy!
Debbie
Posted by Rick Sacks (Member # 379) on :
Dave and Shirly, I'm sorry about your loss.
Posted by Santo (Member # 411) on :
Sorry to hear of your loss, Dave.
Posted by Don Hulsey (Member # 128) on :
So sorry to hear this Dave.
I too know what you are going through. I lost my Dad in 2000, and my Mom this past September. Just remember, the Lord will not give us anything that He can't get us through.
You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Posted by Fred Floyd (Member # 2251) on :
Dave I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept the sincere condolances from our family. We will remember you in our prayers. May His peace be with you during this time of trial. Fred
Posted by Kissymatina (Member # 2028) on :
My thoughts are with you Dave.
Posted by Amy Brown (Member # 1963) on :
Sorry to hear that Dave. You just told me last week they were down here visiting Florida. We'll be thinking of you.
Posted by Myra Grozinger (Member # 327) on :
Dave, I am thinking about you and I am sorry about your loss. Losing my Dad was one of the hardest things in my life, and it takes time for the blanket of pain to lift. But it will. And he will live on in your memories. Myra
Posted by Janette Balogh (Member # 192) on :
Dave, my heart goes out to you and Shirley. I know he will be missed, but also that he will always be with you in your heart.
Nettie
Posted by Dave Sherby (Member # 698) on :
2003 just doesn't quit. I'm so sorry for your loss Dave. I lost my dad last February, and a close friend this past Sunday just to name a few. My sincere condolances to you and your family.
Posted by pierre (Member # 1462) on :
Mine departed 6 months ago. Its tough, Dave, but you're a strong person. Keep him in your heart.
Posted by jimmy chatham (Member # 525) on :
sorry to hear this dave.
Posted by FranCisco Vargas (Member # 145) on :
Dave, I'm also sorry to hear of your loss, my condolences to you and your family. When my dad passed away over a year now, my mother went to Grieving Classes, in a way it helps them over the loss of a loved one, it's only a suggestion and maybe in the future you or some one can direct your mom to one.
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
Sorry to hear of your loss, Dave. But you have to be comforted by the fact that he went peacefully and for the memories you shared. We just lost my Dad in October and it isn't easy. Everyday gets a little better....hang in there.
Posted by Suelynn Sedor (Member # 442) on :
Hi Dave,
So sorry to hear about your loss. Why does it seem that we all lose our loved ones at Christmas time?
Suelynn
Posted by Randy Campbell (Member # 2675) on :
sorry for your loss Dave. Posted by George Perkins (Member # 156) on :
Sorry for your loss Dave.
Posted by Bill Diaz (Member # 2549) on :
Sorry for your loss, Dave. We'll say a prayer for you and your family and your Dad as well. That fact that he went peacefully is a blessing.
Posted by Duncan Wilkie (Member # 132) on :
Sorry for your loss Dave. Good luck to you all, and my best wishes in your time of sadness.
Posted by Don Southard (Member # 2488) on :
my condolences to you and your family
Posted by William DeBekker (Member # 3848) on :
Our sincerest condolances to you and your family. Bill and Glenda
Posted by Sharon Bigler (Member # 2203) on :
Love and strength to you and your family.
Posted by Robert Carney (Member # 2016) on :
Myra is so right.It takes time to heal the pain. I lost my dad 20 years ago. One day we will see each other again, for know i have the memories that i have of him to share with my children.
You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Rob & Wendy
Posted by Cheryl Lucas (Member # 1656) on :
Dave,
A while back, I recall chatting with your Dad, on mIRC. He was quite a guy! I'm sorry for you loss.
I'll keep you in my thoughts.
Cher.
Posted by Jeff Ogden (Member # 3184) on :
My condolences, Dave, on the loss of your father. Sometimes these things hit us harder than we expect, so go ahead and grieve...it'll be good for you in the long run.
Posted by Doug Allan (Member # 2247) on :
My sympathy & condolences go out to you & your family Dave.
I shared the loss of my dad with letterville 2 years ago this month. It's great to have friends, & friends who are like a large family are even better.
Posted by Mark Higdon (Member # 2990) on :
Dave, I lost my best friend, business partner, and Dad a year ago. You have my deepest sympathy for your loss. Its an up and down road but the memories that bring forth laughter go a long way.
Sincerly,
Magic
Posted by Terry Whynott (Member # 1622) on :
So sorry, Dave. Posted by Dave Grundy (Member # 103) on :
Thanks for your messages folks. I'll show this to my mom in a couple of days.
For those of you who had chatted with him on mIRC, I hope he can read your words from heaven. He really enjoyed his computer and it's ability to allow him to chat with folks from all over the world, especially people who also knew me.
Thanks again.
Posted by Bill Preston (Member # 1314) on :
Sorry to hear of your loss, Dave.
Tried twice to e-mail you privately, bounced back both times.
Don't know which is worse, sudden/unexpected, or long, lingering and painful. Bad enough either way, especially at holiday time.
Our thoughts are with you and yours.
Posted by Donna in BC (Member # 130) on :
So sorry Dave. I hope your mom can get on her feet soon and I know she'll so appreciate you being there for her and her for you.
My dad passed away close to Father's Day, another difficult time of year.
Today Mike (hubby) came across a car accident in town, went to help the trapped victim in his car, and Mike got his pulse going again. But he passed away in the ambulance. What a tremendous loss. Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Dave,
I pray the Lord blesses you and yours during your time of need. Our condolences for your loss.
The best to you and Shirley.
Posted by Deb Fowler (Member # 1039) on :
Dave,
I am sincerely hoping that you find the peace from God to restore you and nourish your spirit; and also with your Mother. And I am so sorry that you have lost a very dear part of your life. I never had the chance to meet him of course, and I know you will deeply miss him.
Many names and faces I see here that have lost their fathers and mothers, (and loved ones). It deeply moves me how we come together to uphold each other at a time like this. I lost my father also two years ago this Christmas time. And you were there for me, as I was not alone losing my father that time of the year.
At this time of the year is when the true meaning of our Lord Jesus' birth makes sense in which his gift to us was overcoming the sting of death, with a new birth and new life. I am as deeply moved with the promise as the fear and sadness. For this reason, I am comforted also and hope that you allow this gift come into your hearts, as it is yours, and through His blood, we will have everlasting life. Peace be with you at this time and always, Dave. your friend, Deb
Posted by R T Thomas (Member # 355) on :
Hi Dave, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. I lost my Dad back in Feb. It was the worst time in my life. Things get better with time.
R.T.
Posted by Dave Utter (Member # 634) on :
There's not much I can say to add any comfort, but you will always know you are in our prayers.
Posted by Lotti Prokott (Member # 2684) on :
So sorry to hear that, Dave.
I've lost my Dad on the 14th of December, in 1999. Christmas that year was a quiet one, but still one to cherish family and friends, maybe even more. Hoping the same will come true for you. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by Gail & Dave Beattie (Member # 572) on :
Dave and Shirley our love and thoughts are with you and your family
I tried to e-mail you but it won't go through, so I hope you will forgive me for writing here instead
it is never easy for anyone to say goodbye, so my personal choice is to say 'see ya later' and know that in my heart they are always there
we go on by cherishing the memories we have and crying for our loss somehow over time the magic works and our tears wash the pain down to a dull ache
having known you Dave for some time now and having had the great joy of meeting both you and Shirley in person I can be certain of one thing, the man who raised you was one of life's true gentlemen, because you wouldn't be the person you are if that were not the case.
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