Glad you made it to see him.

 

It's nice that you got to see him and say your goodbyes for when the time comes. God Bless you and your family Dennis.

Jason

 

Bless your heart Dennis, and we're still holding you in our thoughts.

 

sorry to hear about your dad Dennis, i am glad to hear you guys are on good terms with each other. after fighting a battle for so long at least he'll be in piece.

like others have said, you've been there for them in their time of need, its great to see so many that are here for you and yours.

i'll send one up to the big guy for ya, godbless.

 

I just found this Dennis, sorry to hear what you're dealing with. My father-in-law passed on last May and Marla made it back to Ohio the day before he died. We're at that point in life aren't we?

None of us live forever. To die with dignity and be at peace with the ones you love is all we can ask for. You and your dad are fortunate to have shared such a loving relationship. You never lose that!

Praying for you and your family, may God bless and keep you!
Tim

 

My thoughts are with you and your family Dennis. I lost my dad back in 88 when I was a young kid, and its not easy, but you can look back and remember everything. When you dad does pass, just remember, he is only leaving you physically. He will be in your heart and memories forever. I wish I had something like FTE when my dad left us, as you guys are all great!

 

Hi Dennis..been a long time ... and this is a heck of a post to respond to.

I lost my dad when he was the same age I am now... 55. That was well over thirty years ago. So, I will consider any time I have after this year, to either be a blessing or a curse...with all the pain I live with, getting worse all the time.

As for your dad........

It sounds like you've done everything just right, my distant friend. You got to see him one last time and talk & make him smile. Just going there to show your love was the best thing you could have done. I'm glad you found a way to get there in time.

I look at my dad's picture nearly every day and think of him, wishing I would have done more things with him. I was such a damned stupid kid after I got out of the Army. That's why I tell every young person I get the chance, to spend as much time with the parents NOW as you can, because you will surely regret it after it's too late. Even if you don't get along... you are still flesh and blood and there is almost always SOME love there.

Take care of yourself and your wife, now, my friend. Take everything one day at a time. If you would be so kind.. here's a link to a song for you. This song is my mantra every time I pray to the Lord, which is every nite before bed. Please listen and rest, knowing that your father is going to be in a much better place, with no pain or illness. Sigh..... I hate death and losing someone we love. I've traveled too many roads, with too much death along them. Lots of miles on this ole body too....

Your dad knows he is loved and if you can be there, yes... tell him it's ok to let go and that he is loved. That's what I did for mom.... she waited, somehow, for us to get there. Then I told her we were there and it was ok..she could rest... and she did. He will hear you, no matter what it looks like.

Here... go have a listen, my friend... please take the song's advice.......

http://www.esnips.com/doc/fdc0a3da-f...-Day-At-A-Time

You and all my friends are ALWAYS in my prayers and HE is watching over you.

 

Consider my prayers added in.

 

hey Dennis listen to Lenny there in post 42 so many things runnin threw your mind will drive you nuts.i llost my step-dad about 8 years ago and a son 2years ago.now i found out my real dads in memphis tn with cancer.hang in there my freind you and your famaly will be in our preyers here.Bert

 

You are still in my prayers Dennis.

 

I hope I can face the loss of my parents with the same dignity as you are showing now.

My prayers for you and your dad.

Ray

 

Dennis, you have our prayers for you and your dad.

Godspeed.

 

I would like to take this opportunity to thank each and everyone one of you for your prayers and good wishes in this time of sadness.

I am certain your prayers were answered as my Dad has had the fortune of being able to talk with and say goodbye to ALL of his family and most of his friends.

All of us Kids,his grandchildren,his 3 aged sisters,his nieces and nephews,and close friends.


It was a heart-wrenching day yesterday visiting him for the 4th time since this thread started as we had moved dad to a hospice yesterday.

He requires full time nursing now and he couldn't get that home.

He also stated he knows he won't be coming out of there alive and is ready to go andf thanked me for being a good son.

A man of the earth ..he and Mom raised 3 children that are totally exempt from Drug abuse,Alcohol abuse and Criminal charges.

He said he was quite proud of his family.

It is now only a short matter of time as his heart is slowly failing.

Thank you again.

 

Dennis, I will keep your dad and family in my prayers. Hospice is never an easy time cause it forces one to realize that this is the real beginning of the end. Glad everyone had a chance to visit and spend time with him though, sort of gives them a bit of closure, but it is never an easy time.

 

Mil1ion, Best wishes.

Like bigdaddyII stated; the beginning of the end. Closure.