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Title: My father has died Post by: Tender Branson on March 16, 2012, 05:13:57 PM today.
I'll be gone. Probably forever. It was nice talking to you and discussing everything. But now I'm pretty down ... :( Title: Re: My father has died Post by: minionofmidas on March 16, 2012, 05:16:16 PM Um.
Herzliches Beileid. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Filuwaúrdjan on March 16, 2012, 05:17:37 PM Urgh, that's really terrible. :(
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: anvi on March 16, 2012, 05:19:10 PM Oh, TB, I'm terribly sorry to hear this news. Heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
I lost my dad when I was 20, and I know lots of other forumites have lost their fathers at far too young an age. It's a terrible blow, I know, but you shouldn't leave; take some comfort in your friends! I hope you and your family are able to share good memories of your dad, and keep him alive in your sharing together. Please take good care!! Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Phony Moderate on March 16, 2012, 05:21:44 PM I'm sorry to hear that. :( Best wishes to you and all those who knew and loved him.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Atlas Has Shrugged on March 16, 2012, 05:25:03 PM Im very sorry to hear this. I hope you are doing well and will consider you and your family in prayers. My condolences :(
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: patrick1 on March 16, 2012, 05:30:23 PM Tender, my deepest condolences. For selfish reasons of the forum alone, I do hope you return.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on March 16, 2012, 05:34:14 PM Jesus that's horrible. I never really know how to react to news of this type. My own Dad died about a year and half ago in August of 2010. I was only 14 at the time and it was absolutely awful. For me, one of the important things is to keep your memories of your Dad with you forever and to remember the effect he's had on your life despite the fact that now he won't be there for the majority of it. I hope that you and your family are well and can keep it together. I'll keep you, your Dad, and your family in my prayers.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Grumpier Than Thou on March 16, 2012, 05:37:02 PM Very sorry to hear that, Tender :( My deepest condolences to you and your family :( We're all here for you and we support you.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Oakvale on March 16, 2012, 05:44:52 PM I'm very sorry to hear this, Tender, my condolences. Take care.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Swing low, sweet chariot. Comin' for to carry me home. on March 16, 2012, 05:45:26 PM very tragic news...praying that you and your family make it through this difficult time
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on March 16, 2012, 05:47:55 PM Jesus that's horrible. I never really know how to react to news of this type. My own Dad died about a year and half ago in August of 2010. I was only 14 at the time and it was absolutely awful. For me, one of the important things is to keep your memories of your Dad with you forever and to remember the effect he's had on your life despite the fact that now he won't be there for the majority of it. I hope that you and your family are well and can keep it together. I'll keep you, your Dad, and your family in my prayers. Since I lost my father at fairly young age as well, I can totally relate to this. Tender, I know you may not read this, but you are in my thoughts. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: CLARENCE 2015! on March 16, 2012, 05:50:38 PM I am terribly sorry- you are in my thoughts and your family in my prayers
I lost my father while still in womb...I hope this doesnt come across as strange but I always considered msyelf lucky not to have been aware of it... Tender Branson I wish you the vry best I can to get thru this tragic time God Bless Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Yelnoc on March 16, 2012, 05:59:43 PM I'm so sorry to hear that. There's not much I can say that will mean anything, but know that this community is here to support you.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Middle-aged Europe on March 16, 2012, 06:03:45 PM My condolences.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Fuzzybigfoot on March 16, 2012, 06:08:53 PM Sorry to hear that. :( My condolences.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Niemeyerite on March 16, 2012, 06:23:47 PM I'm deeply sorry to hear that. You're in my thoughts, of course... It'll be hard for me to sleep this night after reading that (I've said this many times, but I'm too sensitive), so I imagine you will have many, many difficult days... Please, try to be relaxed and think about your father as the great person he was (I know it because he raised a superb son).
I don't know what more to say, but, I hope these days are the least tough it's possible... Like Kal, I suppose you won't read this anytime soon... But I'm waiting for you to come back here, hein? Life isn't easy, TB, but you're just too good, you need to continue posting in this Forum someday ;) Title: Re: My father has died Post by: angus on March 16, 2012, 06:29:45 PM But now I'm pretty down ... :( bummer. I remember when my father died. I was in the eighth grade. Then my mother raised us. She died my first year in grad school. Slow, painful death. A death I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy. I hope your father died quickly and peacefully, but even if he didn't he's at peace now. You'll remember only the good stuff, as the years go by. Take care of your mother and siblings. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Grumpier Than Uncle Joe on March 16, 2012, 06:44:01 PM My sympathies, friend
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Miles on March 16, 2012, 07:31:01 PM I'm so sorry. I hope you can find some comfort in our comments on here.
Wishing you the best, Miles Title: Re: My father has died Post by: greenforest32 on March 16, 2012, 07:48:37 PM Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Bleeding heart conservative, HTMLdon on March 16, 2012, 09:21:25 PM My condolences.
My father passed away six years ago and I still think about him every day. He would want you to go on with your life and be happy. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: The world will shine with light in our nightmare on March 16, 2012, 09:41:51 PM My deepest condolences, Tender. You will be in my prayers tonight.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Reaganfan on March 16, 2012, 09:52:55 PM So sorry to hear that, friend. RIP :(
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Kevin on March 16, 2012, 10:41:17 PM Sorry to hear the news Tender.
My thought's are with you and your family during this time. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: CatoMinor on March 16, 2012, 10:49:19 PM :( My condolences.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Swing low, sweet chariot. Comin' for to carry me home. on March 16, 2012, 10:50:09 PM But now I'm pretty down ... :( bummer. I remember when my father died. I was in the eighth grade. Then my mother raised us. She died my first year in grad school. Slow, painful death. A death I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy. I hope your father died quickly and peacefully, but even if he didn't he's at peace now. You'll remember only the good stuff, as the years go by. Take care of your mother and siblings. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: I spent the winter writing songs about getting better on March 16, 2012, 10:50:32 PM Wow, that's awful. :( Your family will certainly be in my prayers.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Okay, maybe Mike Johnson is a competent parliamentarian. on March 16, 2012, 11:56:22 PM Like Clarence, I never knew my father, so I can only imagine this feeling. My deepest condolences nevertheless, and I hope you get through this and are able to return to us some day.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Alcon on March 17, 2012, 02:23:18 AM God man, I'm sorry, that's sobering. :( I hope you take whatever time you need for yourself. Surround yourself with whoever and whatever you need right now. Best of luck and love from all of us.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Pingvin on March 17, 2012, 02:30:01 AM Terrible news. May God bless you and your family.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Gustaf on March 17, 2012, 04:31:52 AM I'm very sorry to hear that, Tender. My condoleances.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: ZuWo on March 17, 2012, 05:16:17 AM Herzliches Beileid. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Antonio the Sixth on March 17, 2012, 06:09:56 AM Very sad news. :( All my condolences, Tender.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Smid on March 17, 2012, 07:12:10 AM I'm really sorry to hear this, mate. Nothing I can say that makes it better but my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Thomas D on March 17, 2012, 08:17:37 AM I'm so very sorry for loss. My thoughts are with you.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Hash on March 17, 2012, 08:27:14 AM My most sincere condolences, Tender. I can only imagine how terrible and awful these days must be. Best of luck.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Platypus on March 17, 2012, 09:30:38 AM Mate, that's bloody awful.
Not much to say beyong that I hope you and your family get through it as best as you can. Good luck. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Eraserhead on March 17, 2012, 01:32:14 PM So sorry, Tender.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: I'm JewCon in name only. on March 17, 2012, 01:34:07 PM Thats terrible Tender, I'm so sorry to hear :(
I'll keep you, and your family in my prayers, and may G-d bless you in this difficult time. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Torie on March 17, 2012, 08:55:14 PM I am so sorry to hear this Mark. I never really got over losing my Dad, even though he lived his allotted life-span (he died at 84, but he was a young and vital 84 until he hit the wall), and I assume yours did not, which makes it worse really, not to mention how it would be affecting your mother. Take care. I empathize with you.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Queen Mum Inks.LWC on March 18, 2012, 12:14:25 AM I'm really sorry to hear that, but I hope you do return. If you need anything, feel free to PM me.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Citizen (The) Doctor on March 18, 2012, 01:01:45 AM Sorry to hear that man. Hope things are alright over there.
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Fmr President & Senator Polnut on March 18, 2012, 01:06:46 AM Tremendous sympathies to you and your family at this dreadful time.
I lost my father when I was 8, more than 20 years ago now. But I can say, with time, the pain will ease, and you will focus more and more on the best times. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: ilikeverin on March 18, 2012, 11:33:19 AM Oh my goodness! :( *hughughug*
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Keystone Phil on March 19, 2012, 11:38:59 AM :(
My prayers are with you and your family. I hope you return when you're ready. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Tender Branson on March 19, 2012, 12:39:06 PM But now I'm pretty down ... :( I hope your father died quickly and peacefully, but even if he didn't he's at peace now. You'll remember only the good stuff, as the years go by. Take care of your mother and siblings. He did. I was not there while it happened, but I was told it was quick and he didn't suffer. He already had a heart attack about 11 years ago and got some stents implanted into his heart back then and medication. But sometimes even the best medicine or the daily walking he did can't prevent a sudden heart attack. At least we had him for another 11 years around, because he could have already died back then. And he would not have been able to see his 3 grand-kids, 2 of them pictured below. My mum was quite shocked at first, but because my brothers and my sister as well as many close relatives came to the house and comforted her, she is now taking it very strongly already and I'm 100% sure she'll overcome the loss in the next months, years - like we will. It's amazing how well my little nephew and my 2 little nieces (3-5 years old) handled his death, especially considering that it was THEIR granddad with whom they liked to play each weekend. They painted some pictures and put it into the open coffin and my nephew - who likes tools like drilling machines and hammers etc. put field glasses into the coffin to say goodbye, so granddad can watch down from heaven. My brother almost broke down at the coffin while he put it in there. I was also pretty emotional at the coffin, but because my dad had such a satisfied smile on his face like all problems had been wiped away that bothered him, I felt very relieved that he may have it better right now whereever he may be right now, heaven or somewhere else reborn etc. The funeral will take place next week and I have to assist my mum in the coming days with a lot of bureaucracy that is involved with a death, so I'll probably won't be posting here for another few days or weeks - even though surfing the internet is a disctration for me after everything that happened, so other than in the first post I'll be back again here ... ;) Finally I want to thank all of you who wished us well and prayed for us, especially Dani - a good friend of mine from highschool for 4 years and who I went to prom with, but then went to med school and we didn't see each other for the next 6 years. She's a doctor now and works for the Red Cross and was among the Rescue Team that arrived at my parents house to help and comfort us. Not seen her for 6 years, will defintely do so again - we already made shure of that. Maybe it should have been this way. Probably she won't read this here, but THANK YOU Daniela. So, folks, see you later when things have settled down a bit and we can go on. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Tender Branson on March 30, 2012, 01:16:30 PM Just came back from the funeral of my father, with many people there, relatives and friends.
The weather was better then expected, because rain was forecast, but at the grave outside it didn't rain then. In church, we had a good mass with lots of comforting words about him and my aunt and another good friend played the guitar and another instrument. He would have liked that. Slowly we can go on with our lives, even though we or I'll never forget him ... :) Title: Re: My father has died Post by: minionofmidas on March 30, 2012, 01:20:29 PM Two whole weeks between the death and the funeral? Is that normal in Austria, it strikes me as very long.
Good to see you back. :) Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Tender Branson on March 30, 2012, 01:24:09 PM Two whole weeks between the death and the funeral? Is that normal in Austria, it strikes me as very long. Good to see you back. :) Most people have their funeral after 3 to 5 days, involving a coffin. But my dad wanted to get burned and they had to transfer him to Salzburg for burning and that took some time and so my mum decided that the funeral is held a bit later. I don't know though if there are rules by which time after a death you have to have the funeral take place. Title: Re: My father has died Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on March 30, 2012, 01:27:08 PM Two whole weeks between the death and the funeral? Is that normal in Austria, it strikes me as very long. Good to see you back. :) Most people have their funeral after 3 to 5 days, involving a coffin. When my dad passed away, there was one week gap between death and the funeral, mostly because he died outside of Warsaw and was to be buried in Warsaw. Anyway, I'm glad to see you staying around and doing, giving the circumstances, fine, Tender :) Title: Re: My father has died Post by: Grumpier Than Thou on March 30, 2012, 06:19:35 PM Glad to see you're back, Tender :)
Title: Re: My father has died Post by: k-onmmunist on March 30, 2012, 06:29:08 PM Very sorry to hear this :( Glad you're back though :)
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