My father pasted away, RIP at last.

[Digital Jams]

I have not been on too much the past week as my father was in Hospice, his body after living with heart issues since 1967 at last gave away. I am at peace with his passing, I knew for years this was coming but yes it still hurts. I have nobody to call after work now to yell about politics and sports, his mind was still very strong till the end and he was a great debater. Over the past 5-6 years his endurance was suffering and would get winded very easily, his quality of life was not the greatest but still had fun with the grandkids in his own way. He loved the fact that my son was as much a spaz as I was back when I was a kid, always said you got what you have coming

Went to the Hospice wing today with a large basket of fruit for the families that are there now going through what I did, it does not sound like much but to have something to munch on while watching a loved one is slipping away helps. For someone that is not comfortable with death the Hospice floor is not kind, every room has someone saying his final peace with his family, wife's getting final instructions on how the portfolio works and sons being told to watch mom.

The final day he told me that he was not afraid and that he was leaving with mom in good shape and that he felt he had done well with me, after that he told me that the Rolex was now mine to hold until I was ready to pass it to my son....I guess that is now the family male legacy which is fine with me.


RIP Dad, you did it right.

 

[SkyhighRocks]

My condolences to you and your family, Scott. RIP to your dad...

 

[James Lugo]

Man I'm sorry. Rough times DJ. You're not alone, you got us.

James
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[daver101]

I'm sorry for your loss, Scott. I lost my dad 4 1/2 years ago to Alzheimer's. I too was at peace with his passing. I still think about him alot and frequently carry on conversations with him (one-sided, obviously) when I walk the dog at night....

 

[tweed]

Scotty, I am so sorry for your loss. If you need an ear to lean on, you have my number. Prayers for you and your family.

 

[jcj]

So sorry, Scott. God Bless.

 

[VH4_BigRig]

Mojo sent!

 

[JackBootedThug]

sorry to hear scott. if you need anything, let me know.

 

[CharFace]

I'm sorry for your loss.

 

[Dale B]

Hey, Scott.... My prayers are with you and your family.

 

[sixstrings]

Damn, sorry to hear it. You'll meet again in the afterlife bro.

 

[JTyson]

Sorry Scott, prayers and my best for you and your family. This is somthing I will have to face soon. I guess we all do

 

[Meathead]

Saddened to hear Scott...he is at peace now.

 

[dstroud]

Sounds like he was an awesome Dad, I'm sure he's in a much better place now.

 

[yngzaklynch]

I'm sorry for your loss Scott. My wife works with hospice patients. I have no idea that this is a very difficult time for you and your family. Try to remember all the good times and let time heal what it can. If you need to talk pm me and I'll give you a ring.


Jim

 

[tonmazz]

Scott,

So very sorry, I hope your words on how you felt about your Dad and he felt about you bring comfort to others that may be facing this soon. I felt the same way when my Mom passed 4 years ago, I always called to discuss politics with her when I was on trips for work and I still pick up the phone to call her every now and then and forget. Soon the bad experiences of hospice will pass and the good memories will be all that remain. It takes a while but it will happen! Prayers are with you.

 

[Lord Toneking]

Sorry to hear this Scott You'll be in my prayers bro

Tom

 

[Jeff Hilligan]

I am very sorry for you loss Scott! Prayers and thoughts coming!

 

[EvilBatman]

I'm very sorry for your loss Scott. My best wishes to you and your family.

 

[ejecta]

Sorry to hear about your father passing Scott. My thoughts are with you and your family. I can't imagine not being able to talk with my Dad. Sounds like you guys had conversations like me and my Dad like to have. Again sorry about your loss.