by crafter2243 Moderator 23 Oct 2012

The man, my father, that has shared my avatar for a long time past away on my birthday. I will miss him and our wonderful conversation on the phone. It was expected but finality is still hard to accept.

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by mary51 27 Oct 2012

So so sorry for your loss, may God gives you comfort.! and like Lillian says talk with him, I do talk to my husband every day it helps me a lot.

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by lbrow 27 Oct 2012

Crafter, Having lost my adored father a few yrs ago I understand and know the emptiness in your heart. I still miss my father and often talk to him still(of course when no one else is around) they would think I had lost my marbles. LOL, still I just feel better sometimes talking over things with him. I know he will be waiting at heaven's gate for me someday and that in its self is comforting/Lillian

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by crazystitcher 27 Oct 2012

Sincere sympathy for your sad loss - try to remember that you may not be able to still talk with him on the phone, but you will always have him in your heart.

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by theduchess 25 Oct 2012

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Just think of the wonderful times you shared. Stella

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by hightechgrammy 25 Oct 2012

Oh, I'm so very sorry. There is no one like your dad. I don't think we can ever prepare ourselves for the loss of someone we love so very much. I'll give my dad a phone call, because I know I still can, and I know how much those calls meant to you. Prayers for you, Love and hugs, Jan

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by stork 25 Oct 2012

So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. Keep the memories and times that you had while he was with your family. Maybe you could make a memory quilt someday! God Bless you

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by teddybear117 25 Oct 2012

Sorry for your loss. It is such a blessing for you to have shared so many wonderful years with him. Hugz, Kathy

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by castelyn 25 Oct 2012

Angie, So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hugs Yvonne

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by crafter2243 Moderator 25 Oct 2012

Thank you all for your caring words. You are such a great bunch of friends and the best support group.
My Birthday was one I will most likely never forget. 4 Tornado warnings, having my brother and sister visiting and then the news about my dad passing. How often does it happen that all children normally living in different parts of the world are gathered together and are able to comfort each other when this kind of news comes along. Now I had to say good bye to them again and the house is so quiet. I will now catch up on all the posts I had missed. THANKS AGAIN

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crafter2243 by crafter2243 27 Oct 2012

ttt

crafter2243 by crafter2243 27 Oct 2012

I guess it does not go to the top any more or I remember it wrong and it never did. Ha. ha. Just wanted you to know how much I appreciate all your comments.

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by meganne 25 Oct 2012

My most heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. It is so painful when we lose any loved one, but somehow our parents passing is a most distressing time for all of us. I hope your pain is soon overtaken by the loving memories and laughter that you shared.
Please don't remove your avatar, seeing your Dad every day should bring you joy, not heartache.
Hugs and blessings, Meg

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crafter2243 by crafter2243 25 Oct 2012

Meganne I had changed my avatar a few month ago to my other friend, my dog. I would like to change it back to the one I used for year, the one with my dad, but I don't think it is possible right now. I can not find a way to do it.

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by keeponsewing 24 Oct 2012

I'm so sorry for your lost. I'm a daddy's girl and my dad is 83 but in excellent health. PTL... Hope your days are filled with fond memories. Prayers for you and your family. Terre

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by sukira 24 Oct 2012

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Blessings, Rachel

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by sewmom 24 Oct 2012

Angie, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. Always keep him in your heart.

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by debswebster 24 Oct 2012

So sorry for your loss. You have been so lucky to have such a wonderful Father here on earth and I'm sure he is in heaven still looking after you. God Bless

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by zoefzoef 24 Oct 2012

Sorry to hear, It is always hard, even when expected. Like your photo;you both look every happy on it. Remember the nice times you had together

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by oigelcox 24 Oct 2012

Very sorry to hear your sad news. I lost my 96year old dad Nov. last year and I still hear him in my head speak to me and give me advice so I am comforted knowing that he is watching over me. I hope that you will feel the love and comfort too. God bless you. hugs Joyce

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by janetedna 24 Oct 2012

Very sorry. Keep your avatar, it will bring a smile to your face everytime you see it. Jan

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by oaro 24 Oct 2012

Sorry for you loos

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by anangel 24 Oct 2012

You have my heartfelt sympathy in your loss. Just a glance at this photo and seeing the genuine joy on his face, should bring a smile to yours! He looks so happy, and has the expression of a kind, gentle man.
It was many years ago that I lost my parents, and I miss them so very much still today. Wonderful memories will keep him close to you always.
Hugs, Angel

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by jwilcocks 24 Oct 2012

Iam so sorry for your loss, may the Lord Jesus bless you

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by manami 24 Oct 2012

Dear Angie, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love and hugs, Yoriko

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by emily16838 24 Oct 2012

So sorry Angie.....

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by drro 24 Oct 2012

I am sad for you tonight as I read your message here! You will be in my prayers. He looks so young in your picture together. Your memories will be very dear to you now. Take time to enjoy them when they arise as you will find comfort in reflection. God Bless and keep you and your family.

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by airyfairy 23 Oct 2012

Dear Angie - I am so very sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you and your family. Hugs Sarah.

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by noah 23 Oct 2012

Sorry to hear your news but he will be in a much better place now if he was a christian hugs carolyn

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noah by noah 23 Oct 2012

Oh that is an awsome picture of you two i was my Daddys girl and i know how you are feeling hugs carolyn

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by katydid 23 Oct 2012

So Sorry.

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by mariagiannina 23 Oct 2012

So sorry to hear this, please accept my sinere condolenses. I know it's hard to lose someone you love, but you will treasure your lovely memories.

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by cfidl 23 Oct 2012

My condolences.

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by 2newbie 23 Oct 2012

so sorry for your loss sounds like you have alot of great memories that will help. I lost my mom and 3 months later my dad. It was really hard I also have alot of memories. my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

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by gandu 23 Oct 2012

Gosh so very sorry to hear about your dad May his soul rest in peace
Hugs brenda

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by sewdoctor 23 Oct 2012

I am so sorry, I know how hard it is to loose your father.......my father's death was also expected, but still so hard...sending hugs.

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by lflanders 23 Oct 2012

Angie, I am so sorry about your Dad! I do consider you very lucky to have had him with you all these yrs. My Dad left us when I was 27. My son adored him and he adored my son. Brian was only 6 and he does not remember but a couple of things about their time together. I lost my Mom when I was 42. She had been sick for so long that I really had mixed feelings about her leaving us. It was sad and it hurt but after being so sick for so long,it was a relief also. She suffered a long time and she was soooo tired that she just finally gave up.. Her oldest sister came to see her the day before she passed away and she seemed at peace after she left. Just remember that he is not gone and that he will live in your heart forever and that you will be together again one day. He looks like a very happy gentle person. I am so glad that you got to spend so much time with him. You just never know what the Lord has in store for us from one day to the next. Keep his memories close to your heart and you will always have him close to you! Hugs, Linda

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by jrob Moderator 23 Oct 2012

I am so sorry. I know your heart is feeling so heavy now, but I can tell by looking at this wonderful picture that he was a man of much joy and you will soon be able to recall all of those things, first with tears, then with laughter and warmth.

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by sdrise 23 Oct 2012

My sympathies. Prayers are with you !! Suzanne

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by grandmamek 23 Oct 2012

Ny sincere condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Hugs, Mary

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by monicahall 23 Oct 2012

My condolences on your loss.

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by arisann 23 Oct 2012

Oh what a sweet looking Father you had. May God bless your heart with His comfort and fill you up with remembering wonderful memories of your Father.

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by pennifold 23 Oct 2012

Dear Angie, I am so sorry about your father dying. My Dad died on Father's Day 2 years ago and everyone was upset but I told them not to be as it doesn't matter what day someone dies, they will always live in your heart. What wonderful memories you will have and every now and again there will be tears of grief and of joy when you recall something that comes to mind. Love and blessings Chris

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by capoodle 23 Oct 2012

I am so sorry for you loss. My thoughts are with you.

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by pldc 23 Oct 2012

my sincerest sympathies to you & yours

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by tilde01 23 Oct 2012

My condolences on your loss. Its been 30 yrs since I lost my father, but I still miss him. We do at least have our memories. Soft hugs.

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by haleymax 23 Oct 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss. I know what it is to expect the loss of your father, but it is never easy to let go. Remember the laughter that you shared and know that it is what he would want you to feel. The joy of shared love and laughter.

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by vickiannette 23 Oct 2012

my sincere sympathy.

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by sqdancer 23 Oct 2012

So very sorry for your loss, but hopefully he is now at peace with no more discomfort or pain...You have wonderfull memories ...Hugs to you and yours Glenda x0x0x0

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by asterixsew Moderator 23 Oct 2012

Thinking of you at this time. Just remember the good times you shared

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by gerryvb 23 Oct 2012

oh my dear friend, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
( I'll send you a personal mail)

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by ansalu 23 Oct 2012

My deepest sympathy for your loss. Hope that your memories you had with him can ease your pain. I was always a daddy's girl too but mine died when I was 14 and he was only 50. Keep him in your mind and in your heart...
Hugs to you my dear
Bettina

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