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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 11:49 AM
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OT- difficult part of life

Made a 27 hr. 1710 mi.nonstop trip from S.Fla. to N.Wis. to help & attend Mom's funeral . She was 89 yrs. young , lived an 87 yr. full life .We knew the time was close . Cold here & am ready to return home .It was & will be a very lonely trip .
 
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 11:54 AM
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Sorry to hear of your loss. Even knowing that the time is close doesn't prepare you for it.
Prayers for you and your family.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 11:59 AM
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Sorry to hear about this. These things always leave a wound that only time heals. Your FTE family is with you.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 12:09 PM
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Sorry to hear it, Denny, may your mother RIP...
My own mother is 90 and we know it can't be long, just hoping to get in some quality time while we can.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 12:20 PM
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Sorry for your loss. Safe travels home.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 12:41 PM
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I'm sorry for your loss Denny.

Your mom will be riding home with you.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 12:51 PM
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Very sorry to hear about your Mom. Please take breaks driving when you get tired.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 01:06 PM
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A feeling of peace will come to you soon, in time you will see the gift of peace mothers bring. Sorry for your loss, as Jim says drive safely and know your mother is still looking over you.
 
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Sorry for your loss. Mother's are special.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 03:04 PM
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Sad news to hear, Denny. Celebrate her memory and keep her spirit with you. Safe travels.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 03:29 PM
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Sorry for your loss...may the great memories bring a smile and shorten your return trip
 
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 04:30 PM
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 04:44 PM
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Mom's are hard to lose, I'll say a prayer for you, your family and friends
 
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 05:21 PM
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Doesn't matter how old you are it's still tough to loose a parent....My condolences to you and your family.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 05:26 PM
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