My Dad ... 1923-2022. (edit)
Last edited Wed Jul 20, 2022, 11:14 PM - Edit history (1)
My dad passed away last nite in his sleep.
He got covid again on the 12th ...(I think it was his 4th infection)
his health directives were no intubation, no hospital, DNR ... his last several days were on morphine for pain and lorazepam for anxiety. He was allowed to slip the binds of this life in peace. He would have been 99 in September...
take care everyone, covid still sux
I will be stepping away for a bit, checking in occasionally…
Thanks in advance for kind words and thoughts
I’ve come back to edit in this pic of my Dad … I’ve always called it ‘The Barefoot Sailor’ it’s sentimental to me as it’s one that my Dad sent my Mom before he shipped out in WWII, to the Philippines …
They met when he was working in the Charleston SC shipyard, became engaged before he shipped out.
On the back she had written several sentences, but it was glued into an album, and when removed 6 black felt dots from where it was glued to the page remain.
What I can read : “… San Diego … and he … wear shoes … wasn’t that an …
I think this is the cutest picture of him yet … and all”
And he came back, they married and thus my sibs and I.
I want to thank you all for the warm wishes and heartfelt messages, and am humbled by your thoughtful words … I do love my DU family !
✌🏻
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your time of grief.
May your memories and the stories you tell comfort you today and every day 
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There are no adequate words.
Such a shame he had to suffer through 4 infections.
May he rest in peace.
Condolences to you and all that loved him.
May he rest in peace.
Dads don’t go away. I know. I lost mine some years back.
❤️
my mom was born in 1923 also.
i lost her thirteen years ago.
i'm very sorry for your loss. take care.
May he Rest In Peace.
Sending you comforting thoughts in this difficult time.
So sorry, this is such a hard time. Wishing you comfort.
I will keep you and yours in my heart. Losing a parent is so hard. My dad died in 2011 and I miss him every single day.
Positive vibes and love to you and your family....
He did have a long life and a great kid.
from the deepest part of my heart, I send condolences to you and the rest of your family, the friends who knew & loved your papa, may his memory & the gifts of his wisdom, life lessons, kindness, guidance & love & the very blessing of his life be the means to turn your grief & tears into lovely memories that bring back a twinkle of mirth & chuckles whenever yiu talk about him.
Again,
My deepest, most heartfelt sympathies & Warmest Regards, Dweller to you, Family & friends
Losing a parent is such a profound loss no matter the age or reason. Take care of yourself and wishing you comfort in your memories and peace to your family...
My father also served with the US Navy in the South Pacific during WWII.
Your dad has likely been welcomed by many of his buddies, along with those of his loved ones who preceded him.
The picture is adorable.
All my condolences to you and yours!
Remember your self care
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