My Dad passed away
Dad had Alzheimers and hadn't know us since a surgery in January. The disease progressed until he had nothing left to fight off pneumonia when he got it two weeks ago. Dad was an engineer for Western Electric/AT&T. He designed the touch tone phone and the modular phone jack among other things. He always had a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eyes. Alzheimers is such a cruel disease. I am thankful that the time that his mind failed him was breif. He was never big on pets but was always there to help with whatever animal we drug home. He built crates, bought tanks for turtles and even help chase the tadpoles after they became frogs and escaped. I had to learn how to change a tire and basic mechanics before he taught me to drive. I could go on and on abouth the things I learned from him. Dad taught me to always learn new things and never be afraid to try. That there is no such thing as failure. If something doesn't work, that is still a positive learning experience. Try something else. He was such a big part of who I am today. He was a wonderful father and pappaw. I have been blessed that he was always there for me. Thanks for letting me share. |
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| Our heartfelt sympathy on receiving the news of your
Dad's passing. What a wonderful person he was, sounds like he loved being a Dad ! What important life lessons he instilled in you. And he found the time to invent the touch tone phone! How cool  .
Take comfort in knowing that he is at peace now and he is watching over you and your family.... |
| I am so sorry Angel. I know how hard this is for you. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Deana |
| Angel,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I recall back in the beginning of the year (must have been in January or February) when you posted about your dad's progression after his surgery. I was hoping he'd improve some with time, but I guess that just wasn't to be. I'm glad you memories of your dad are so strong and positive. The pain of his passing will ease in time, but the good memories will only get stronger. I offer you my deepest heartfelt compassion, and a virtual hug. |
I'm so sorry Angel.... 
Your Dad sounds like he was a wonderful man, and someone to be proud of.... you must miss him terribly. *hugs* |
| Angel,
I am so sorry to hear about your father's passing. He really sounds like the most wonderful Dad. ((((Hugs))))) |
| Angel,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. It does sound like he was an awesome father and a great man! I know how hard this has been for you. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. |
| I'm so sorry. I'll be thinking of you and your family... |
| Angel, I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Sounds like he was a really cool father, may your memories of him always be happy ones.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Take good care of your mom... and yourself. It's been such a difficult time for all of you. |
| So sorry Angel, Steve and I are thinking of you
sending you loads of ((((Hugs))))) Kim Steve & maizie xxx |
| I'm very sorry about your father Angel..
Thank you for the truly sweet post that recaptured his compassion and how he loved being a father "He built crates, bought tanks for turtles and even help chase the tadpoles after they became frogs and escaped. I had to learn how to change a tire and basic mechanics before he taught me to drive. I could go on and on abouth the things I learned from him." |
I'm so sorry for your loss  |
| I'm sorry, Angel. |
| I'm so sorry. Sound like he's an amazing father. Sending lots of hugs and prayers your way. |
| I'm so sorry for your loss, Angel. Your dad sounded like a perfect family man, even down to helping take care of critters he didn't care for! I'm sure you have many wonderful memories and stories to share with your children about him, and in that way, he will live forever.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers in your time of grief. |
| I'm so sorry for your loss...may he now rest in peace and remember all with ease. |
| Angel, I am so sorry. Losing a parent is one of those really difficult passages in life. You just somehow think your parents are going to be around forever. I know from expereince that Alzheimers is a terrible awful way to lose somone prematurely. (((HUGS)))
Ginny |
| The loss of a parent is something no one can understand until it happens to them. I'm sorry you are going through this heart wrenching time in your life. My thoughts are with you. |
| I am so sorry to hear about your father's passing. Will keep you and your family in our prayers. |
| I am so sorry for your loss and grief. What a wonderful father. I am glad you were Blessed to have such a caring Dad.
May GOD comfort you at this difficult time! You are in my thoughts. |
| Dear Angel,
I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. From your description it sounds like, to know him was to love him and what a wonderful man he was. I am so sorry for your loss. ( Hugs from me) Marianne |
| Angel, I'm so sorry about the lose of your dad. Loosing your parents is as if someone reached in and ripped out the core of your heart. Leaving in its place an empty void that feels as if it will never be full again.
All of the "first's" are the hardest after the initial lose. The first holidays, birthdays, births, etc....... But, with the passage of time, it does get better. Their memories, and new ones slowly fill the void again with the love and happiness you lost. Come here or somewhere and spill your guts, cry your eyes out, but don't hold it in. "Especially, for the kids sake" (if applicable). Everyone always wants to be strong for everyone else, BUT everyone is feeling the same on the inside, just covering it up, yet need to and want to talk about it. Others need to just listen as they speak, so they can individually work through their own loss. It will get better, although it won't be overnight. It may be years before some come to peace with their loss, but talking and facing the pain is the key to acceptance and healing. I pray God will comfort and strengthen each of you during what is one of the most painful of life's experiences. Pam (Mouthypf) |
| Thoughts and prayers are with you |
| I am so sorry for the loss of you Father. He did sound like a very special man. We are soon approaching the 6 year anniversary of my Fathers death. It does get easier with time and you begin to remember only the happy times after a while. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. |
| I'm very sorry for your loss, Angel. He sounds like he was a wonderful man and that you shared a very special relationship with him. I am glad you have such wonderful memories to shore you up during this difficult time. |
| I'm sorry about your dad. I've been thinking about losing my dad recently and it hasn't been easy. I can barely imagine what your going through right now.
It sounds like your dad was an amazing man and you will have lots of good memories with him. *hugs* |
| Angel, I'm so sorry for your loss. I, too, lost my dad to Altzheimers, and its like losing them twice, once mentally and then physically. I'm so sorry...mine passed 10 years ago, and I still miss him something terrible, but have come to terms with it. I promise, you will too. Deepest condolences... Deborah |
| I am sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Alzheimers is such a debilitating disease, I hope they find a cure soon. |
Deskwench wrote: The loss of a parent is something no one can understand until it happens to them.
I completely agree. It is awful. Best wishes and lots of sympathy. . . Val |
| Thank you all so much for your support.
I've been coming in and reading post but haven't been able to reply to many. My mind still isn't functioning to well. It is very hard to concentrate on anything. Good thing I've been having to hang drywall. It has helped keep my mind off of things. I feel so bad for my sister. She has been making all the calls to the bank, insurance companies and such. Everytime she has to explain what happened and it's so hard to do over and over. I know it will get easier but, it just hurts so much right now. Keep putting up those funny post and adorable pictures. Nothing like puppies to brighten the day. Love you all. |
Angel, all I can say is I love you.!!!! My call to you should have said what my heart ment.  |
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