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 2004-12-09 11:23 AM |
Champion  5495    Whizzzzzlandia Silver member |  Subject: Sadly....Sadly I report my dear dad passed away early Sunday morning from complications from his kidney removal surgery. We all knew the surgery was major and would require exensive recovery, but we NEVER imagined the outcome could be fatal... We're saddened... He was a very gentle and loving man and he supported me in all my crazy triathlon endeavors, even though it was tiring for him to walk the course and catch me on the swim/bike/run. I know he loved me and my mom and sister with all his heart and he told us so regularly. He was always proud of me, and he often said that raising my sister and me was his greatest accomplishment. He will be sorely missed. He IS already sorely missed. **SIGH** If you pray keep us in your prayers.... If you think (and I'm assuming you all do...) keep us in your thoughts... Toast my dear old dad with a glass of wine tonight. xo Whizzzz... (Chicagofamily1.jpg) (Lauradaddy.jpg) Attachments ---------------- Chicagofamily1.jpg (45KB - 21 downloads) Lauradaddy.jpg (36KB - 24 downloads) |
 2004-12-09 11:27 AM in reply to: #90773 |
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| Philadelphia, south of New York and north of DC | Subject: RE: Sadly.... I'm sorry for your loss Laura. I'll keep you, your father, and your family in my prayers. It's very hard to lose a parent. Take gentle care of yourself. - Don |
| 2004-12-09 11:43 AM in reply to: #90773 |
Elite 3498  Chicago | Subject: RE: Sadly.... Wow, I am truely sorry for you loss and will pray for you and your family. Loosing a parent is very hard and I sympathize with you greatly. Take care, |
| 2004-12-09 11:55 AM in reply to: #90773 |
Elite Veteran 748 northern Illinois | Subject: RE: Sadly.... Oh, sweetie! I'm so sorry. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Andrea |
| 2004-12-09 11:56 AM in reply to: #90773 |
| Master 1927 Chicago | Subject: RE: Sadly.... Lara, Sweetie. Words cannot express my sorrow. So I'll shut up. Just know we love and care for you and are truly sorry for your loss. I'll pray for you and your family tonight. May God be with you! Ovetta. |
| 2004-12-09 12:03 PM in reply to: #90797 |
| Veteran 230 Texas | Subject: RE: Sadly.... I am very sorry that you lost your father, it is very difficult. You and your family will be in my prayers. |
| 2004-12-09 12:16 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Elite Veteran 617 Roscoe, IL. | Subject: RE: Sadly.... Laura, I'm so sorry to hear you lost your dad. Here at the site, we have had the chance to share a laugh or two, our common experiences and now we have a chance to take some time and share your family's loss. Even though we have never met in person, I guess that makes us friends. thoughts, prayers, and tip a glass for you, your family, and your dad. Your friend, Don p.s. thank you for posting the pictures Edited by rookie44 2004-12-09 12:18 PM |
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| Veteran 184 MA | Subject: RE: Sadly.... Bless you. Bless your Dad. So sad, Deb |
| 2004-12-09 12:56 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Extreme Veteran 322 Bay Area, CA | Subject: RE: Sadly.... I am so sorry for your loss, your family is in my thoughts and prayers. |
| 2004-12-09 1:02 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Veteran 250 Florida! | Subject: RE: Sadly.... my thoughts are with you and your family.... |
| 2004-12-09 1:32 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Expert 795 New Mexico | Subject: RE: Sadly.... Sorry to hear your loss. |
| 2004-12-09 1:32 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Veteran 321 Findlay OH | Subject: RE: Sadly.... I'm very sorry to hear about your father. We'll be thinking of you also. A few years ago my dad's heart stopped while on the table having a kidney removed. We were fortunate that they were able to do an emergency tracheotomy and get it started again, but for a time we weren't sure how it was all going to work out. We sometimes forget about all the risks to surgery. So while I don't know what its like to lose my dad, I can at least begin to imagine what it has been like. Remember the good memories and kept him in your heart. |
| 2004-12-09 1:46 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Champion 8903 | Subject: RE: Sadly.... ...and thanks for sharing the pictures too Laura. It makes him and your entire family a part of our community here. Prayers and deepest sympathy to you all. Patti & Max |
| 2004-12-09 4:45 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Master 2447 Marietta, Ga | Subject: RE: Sadly.... I can only echo the sentiments of the folks above by conveying my sympathies for your loss. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers. |
| 2004-12-09 4:49 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Veteran 276 manitoba, canada | Subject: RE: Sadly.... Thanks for sharing your pictures with us. they brought tears to my eyes. Your dad looks like he was a very gentle, nice man. My thoughts are with you and your family. |
| 2004-12-09 5:13 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Master 1741 Boston | Subject: RE: Sadly.... I know all of us here at BT will be thinking of you and hugging our dads a little tighter when we see them next. It was wonderful to hear how involved he was with your triathlon endeavors. I'm sure he will be missed. Please take care. |
| 2004-12-09 5:46 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Extreme Veteran 386 Fort Worth, TX | Subject: RE: Sadly.... I'm so sorry about your loss Laura. Sounds like a pretty special Dad!! |
| 2004-12-09 6:02 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Pro 3906 St Charles, IL | Subject: RE: Sadly.... Very sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts, prayers, and will toast a glass for your dad tonight. -C |
| 2004-12-09 6:19 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Resident Matriarch N 43° 32.927 W 071° 24.431 | Subject: RE: Sadly.... I am so sorry to read of your loss. Your family is in my prayers. |
| 2004-12-09 6:50 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Member 42 | Subject: RE: Sadly.... Your family is in my prayers. Your father sounds like he was an amazing person and an awesome Dad. |
| 2004-12-09 7:01 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Extreme Veteran 444 Thunder Bay, Ontario | Subject: RE: Sadly.... Deepest regrets Laura.... and I DO KNOW what it's like to lose a parent (actually both parents) Even now, 17 yrs later, it's still hard to digest the fact that they're gone. Don't ever forget BUT do move on.... {{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}} xoxoxoxoxoxoxo |
| 2004-12-09 7:26 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Expert 822 | Subject: RE: Sadly.... Thank you for sharing your loss with your friends, Whiz. It takes a lot of courage and strength. My sympathies and thoughts are with you. I lost my father in August and there have been days when I just want to hide under the covers and never come out. I know my dad would want me to keep training though, to take care of myself, and to achieve my goals. You're really lucky to have had such wonderful years with your father. He seems like a very loving and supportive person. The pictures are great! {{{{{{BIG HUG}}}}}} Keep letting yourself feel whatever you feel whenever you feel it, and sharing it with your friends and family. And one of my favorite sayings: "Shared sorrow is half sorrow, shared joy double joy." |
| 2004-12-09 9:24 PM in reply to: #90773 |
| Extreme Veteran 347 Chapel Hill, North Carolina | Subject: RE: Sadly.... Laura, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I lost my dad when I was only 24. This Christmas Eve will be 13 years that he has been missing from our lives. My biggest regret is that he never got to meet any of his grandchildren, and they didn't get a chance to know him. It's so wonderful that your dad was able to share your triumphs in life. Thank you for sharing a glimpse of your family and your dad with all of us. I'm heading to the kitchen to pop the cork on a bottle of wine in his honor. Take care, Mike |
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