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Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Dad's Gone

I have been gone a few days up toward Kansas City Missouri. My Dad  has passed away . My sisters and I set at the nursing home with him. We talked to him even though we knew he couldn't talk back.

We laughed told funny family stories reminiscence about good days and bad days LOL

We played Glen Miller Cd's and some old Elvis and other rock & roll music because him & Mom loved to dance. They use to always go out every  New Year's to dances. I sometimes called them and said stay home it's freezing rain and you'll have a wreck. LOL they didn't listen to me ( wonder why)?  I have pictures of Mom in her long evening gowns and Dad all dressed up in suit & tie. Mom always had her hair & nails done new dress new shoes and always wore her fur coat that was especially made for her with her initials in it. I have it in one of my closets.

This is their wedding picture ( not very good I need to adjust my camera )
June 1st 1957  Mt Vernon Illinois Wesley Methodist church



13 years ago at a family wedding . Mom died 12 years ago


                                                                
      His funeral is Friday so I'll take a few days away from the blog

     Ecclesiastes 3 1-8,
there is an appoited time for everything and there is a time for every event under heaven.  read the rest



Janice                                                         
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17 comments:

  1. Joy TiltonSeptember 6, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    I'm so sorry Janice, please accept my deepest sympathy. What a love story, loved the part about you being the parent and telling them to stay home. When a woman is treated like a Queen and a man like the King, Heaven on Earth can be achieved. Your parents had the secret, we can all learn from them.

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  2. Town and Country GalsSeptember 6, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Janice,
    So sorry about your Dad. You were very lucky to be with him and spend that special time. My Dad passed in 93 and I was lucky enough to be there also, I still miss him but it does get easier and happily, your Dad and Mom are back together!
    Rebecca

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  3. Bruce BaroneSeptember 6, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    My sincere condolences.

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  4. Richard CottrellSeptember 6, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    So sorry, so sad. One is new really ready to loose anyone and a parent is always hard. My father was only alive in body, not mind, but my mother was just the reverse. It is always hard. just know we are all thinking of you and hopping this will be something you will get through with out to much pain. Richard from My Old Historic House.

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  5. Joy@aVintageGreenSeptember 6, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    How good that you could be with your family at your Dad's bedside. A good and wise way to help each other say goodbye. Sincere condolences.

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  6. Diane MarsSeptember 6, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    So sorry for your loss, thank you for sharing a bit of yourself. Hugs, Diane

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  7. Anita DiazSeptember 6, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    Janice, I'm so sorry to hear about your father's passing. Lots of hugs, and prayers for you:-)

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  8. Cottage and BroomeSeptember 6, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    So sorry to hear you lost your Dad, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Laura

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  9. Carrie @ Fine & HandySeptember 6, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    Oh Honey, I'm sorry. I love that you sat by his side and talked about a wonderful life lived. What an amazing gift to you all. We will be praying for you and your family tonight. Hugs

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  10. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comSeptember 7, 2011 at 5:25 AM

    I am so sorry, I pray that you will find the peace that passes all understanding.

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  11. Pat@BPMSeptember 7, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

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  12. Andi's English AtticSeptember 8, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    So, so sorry to read your sad news. Thinking of you. xx

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  13. vintagegirlbirgitSeptember 8, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Dear Janice,

    I´m so sorry to hear you lost your Dad. I wish you lots of strength for the coming days.

    Take care,
    Birgit

    P.S.
    I didn´t forget your cookbook.....i need a bit time to find the right at the fleamarket.

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  14. LindyLouMacSeptember 11, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    This post is a lovely tribute to your Dad. My heart goes out to you and your family at this difficult time.

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  15. lvroftiquesSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    Oh Janice I'm so so sorry you lost your beloved father. He's gone to be with your mom and you'll see them again. I know that doesn't help much right now, hopefully though it offers some comfort? (((HUGS))) Vanna

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  16. Savannah GrannySeptember 15, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    Janice, I am so sorry that you have lost your father. I know how hard that is. My Mom and Dad are gone and I still miss them so.
    I noticed that they were married June, 1957. My Sweet Old Bob and I were married June, 1958. We are kinda glued to one another. It sounds like your parents had some wonderful times and it is so nice that you can recall their love for each other and the special times. Those sweet memories help.
    The circle will be unbroken.
    My prayers are with you and your family.
    Ginger

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  17. Hopewell Creek DesignsSeptember 21, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    I am so sorry about your Dad...you are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Rebecca

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