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A heart breaking Day
It is with profound sadness that I have to announce the loss of my father in-law who has been more like a Dad to me today at 1:43pm. Though not totally unexpected, he has been in hospice just under a year, it was still a kick in the gut. I cannot tell you how tall this man stood before me. he was a man who loved God, his family and country in that order.
He was dependable, proud yet not arrogant but knew what to do and never had to be asked, he was compassionate, forgiving as well as merciful, loving beyond description, caring, but never was willing to allow himself to be dependent until it was an absolute must. It was one of the most humbling of moments in his life.
I was honored to be chosen by him to walk through one of the toughest, heart wrenching seasons, I never saw coming; yet was glad to be there through it all. To provide, protect, love and when he needed to hear these words, I was blessed to be the one to say: "It's okay Dad, go to be with Linda in heaven and I'll see you soon."
It was immediately that he let go of all the fighting he had done to stay alive for others and he just loved life. To me, I know he is in heaven with the Lord, no more pain/sorrow/tears, he has a brand new body, and is reunited with his daughter who preceded him in death 10 years ago this month. He has missed her a lot.
So if I am quiet in writing or responding please know and understand why, which I am sure most of you will.
Lisa
He was dependable, proud yet not arrogant but knew what to do and never had to be asked, he was compassionate, forgiving as well as merciful, loving beyond description, caring, but never was willing to allow himself to be dependent until it was an absolute must. It was one of the most humbling of moments in his life.
I was honored to be chosen by him to walk through one of the toughest, heart wrenching seasons, I never saw coming; yet was glad to be there through it all. To provide, protect, love and when he needed to hear these words, I was blessed to be the one to say: "It's okay Dad, go to be with Linda in heaven and I'll see you soon."
It was immediately that he let go of all the fighting he had done to stay alive for others and he just loved life. To me, I know he is in heaven with the Lord, no more pain/sorrow/tears, he has a brand new body, and is reunited with his daughter who preceded him in death 10 years ago this month. He has missed her a lot.
So if I am quiet in writing or responding please know and understand why, which I am sure most of you will.
Lisa
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Comment by George D Rodriguez on May 3, 2010 at 8:31pm -
May God allow you and your family the grace to remember him with the honor he deserves. Keeping his memory alive within your hearts will allow him to live on in your memories. Although his body rests, his spirit will rise with the coming of the lord as will all those that have passed on and recognize Jesus as their Savior. Our prayers are with you and God Bless you.
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Comment by Odessa Red on May 3, 2010 at 8:48pm -
I'm terribly sorry for your loss...my heartfelt prayers of comfort are being sent across the miles.
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Comment by Alf on May 3, 2010 at 9:11pm
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My condolences. It sounds like he had priorities right. They don't make many like that anymore.
Sorry....ALF
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