I wanted to express my thanks to all who have been praying for my dad, your thoughts and prayers have been so much appreciated. My dad passed away this morning; I'd like to celebrate his life today.
This is a favorite photo of my dad, taken on the day Ben graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Training in December of 2005. He was so proud that his grandson was following in his footsteps as a Marine.
That morning, when Al and I arrived at the base security checkpoint our car was thoroughly searched top to bottom, inside and out. My dad arrived with my sister a little later and when the young Marine saw my dad's hat he inquired if he had served in the Marine Corps 5th Division in World War II. When my dad responded that he had, the young man saluted and waved their car through.
This is a card I made about a year ago for dad. I used a photo of him and his brother from 1934. They were practicing the Boy Scout salute with some of their friends. Dad is the blond boy on the left.
Dad, surrounded by family Christmas 2007
from left, my sister, Donna; my daughter in love Kellie; my son Andy; Dad; hubby Al; niece Ashley, niece Cambria; brother Jim and his wife Perri; nephew Chris and his wife Lauren. (I snapped the photo and Ben was deployed.)
Thought for the Day: John 3:16-17 ~ For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him.
Blessings to you,
nancy
So sorry to hear your sad news Nancy, my Dad passed away 28 years ago but I still constantly think about him, my thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time.
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Sally
Nancy, sorry for your loss. Keep the memories alive in your sons and your future grandchildren. May God's love, peace and comfort be there for you and your family.
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Dear Nancy, I'm so sad to hear this sad news. May the love and memory of him comfort you. Thank you for sharing his wonderful and glorious life with us here. God bless!
ReplyDeleteOh Nancy you have me in tears...such a beautiful Good buy to your dad. The photo of your dad and son is priceless. I can just see the glem in his eyes and he is just adorable (your son too) I loved the story you shared and looking at the beautiful photos of your family.Thanks so much for sharing at this difficult time and know that I will sending prayers. Big big hugs,Kathy
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear this Nancy! I'm sure our Lord will comfort you in those hard moments! Hugs to you!
ReplyDeleteso sorry for your loss, Nancy. thanks for sharing those precious moments of your father with us. you and your families are in my thoughts... sending you big, big hugs.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss, Nancy! It's nice you have those wonderful moments and memories to treasure!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to read these sad news Nancy. I know how hard it is to loose a parent and I have you in my thoughts. Big hugs, Vicky
ReplyDeleteNancy, I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your beautiful memories of your dad with us. May his memories brings you comfort and strength during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear the sad news! You and your family are in my prayers!
ReplyDeleteNancy I felt so sad and sorry to hear the news about your dad! You are a brave woman to share here in celebration of his life. My dad has gone too and only time heals.. May you feel the strong arms of Jesus around you and your family in the coming days. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a precious remembrance of your dad. Blessings to you and your family. May you feel the warmth of God around you as you celebrate your Dad's life. Peace to you and yours.
ReplyDeleteOh, Nancy, sending you hugs......such a hard thing to have to experience. Loved that you shared these pictures of him. xoxo
ReplyDeleteNancy, I am so sorry for your loss! I also lost my father more than 30 years ago. It is never easy, but the memories of your dad will help to keep him close in your heart forever. I know your faith in God, and love for Him will also help you through this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing part of his life with us. It touched me, seeing those wonderful pictures! My father was also in the Marine Corps, 5th Division in World War II.
I will be thinking about you in the coming days...a lot!
Take care and a big hug to you!
Barb
Nancy - my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time for you and your family. I love how you have shared some of the happy times... keep them in your thoughts. May God bless you all.
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Dawn
Nancy... so very sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteNancy... So sorry to hear your dad passed. Prayers and hugs to you and your family. I love that you posted in celebration of his life.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the beautiful pics and memories of your dad. Sweet way to remember.
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Marji
Dear Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. This post is a wonderful tribute to your Dad! You and your family are in my thoughts.
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Vanessa
So sorry to hear the news of your dads passing. This was a lovey tribute to him Nancy!My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteOh Nancy, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. Thank you so much for sharing some of your favorite photos. Will pray that God might grant your family a measure of comfort and peace at this difficult time. XXOO Kim
ReplyDeleteDear Nancy. I´m so sorry to hear about your dad. Thoughts to you and your family
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Oh Nancy, I just saw this post and wish I would have seen it yesterday. I am so sorry for your loss. Your tribute is beautiful. I am praying for you and your family. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
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The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
I am thinking of you and sending you big hugs.
Dear Nancy, I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I remember your card that you made--has it really been a year ago?--and it's such a loving tribute to a remarkable man. I hope your memories of him will help you through these difficult days. Hugs to you, Donna
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear of your loss Nancy!! My heart goes out to you at this time!! I've been away from the computer for long periods as of late and am catching up with things...give me a buzz or email if you need to talk...much hugs and the photos are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteNancy, what a beautiful tribute to your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Much love ~ Tami
ReplyDeleteOh Nancy, I did not realize this passing of your Father. I am so sorry. My Father has been gone for 27 years now, and I still miss him. We were very close. Your Dad will always be with you as well, I am sure. Sometimes in a special moment you just feel their presence and know that you will take their love with you too eternity.
ReplyDeleteOh Nancy, I am so truly sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, know that he is at peace and that he will always be with you no matter where you are, and the memories that you shared together will only become stronger. I lost my Dad when I was sixteen and I think a little part of me went with him, but I know that the memories that we shared together helps me get through each day, I feel my Dad is with me always and helps me through my days.
ReplyDeleteI am thinking of you and all your family, please take comfort in knowing that I am here if you ever need to talk.
A big tender hug from me.
Joy
My sincere condolences, Nancy. I have to tell you that the photo card of your Dad is so wonderfully done....I'm sure he loved it. What a precious photo you used for it.
ReplyDeleteSo very sorry about your Dad, Nancy. Big hugs.
ReplyDeletei am reading your posts from most recent and as i got to the older posts, i realized i am so tardy in sending my condolence to you and your family on your father's passing. my heart goes out to you and sending huge hugs.
ReplyDeletei do remember that card you posted a year ago on flickr i believe. love you vintage style when using those timeless photos. and look at your dad's face in the picture w/ ben....so proud!
Hi, Nancy. So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
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