Tuesday, March 8, 2011

2.28.2011

When a loved one passes away, you tend to find yourself remembering all the memories you have of that person and reflecting back on the life they led.  Mostly, the time you spent with that person.


On 2.28.2011, my Grandpa parted from earth and joined our loving Father in Heaven. He was 83 years old and had lived a full life.  Married to my Grandma for 59 years, together they have 8 Children, 16 Grandchildren, and 14 Great Grandchildren.  He loved to wiggle his ears, play and tease the great grandkids, and be with family. He was a "what you see is what you get" kinda guy. Never tried to impress anyone, just tried to be himself. Take or leave it.  I was able to get to know my Grandpa a little better in the last 15 years when they moved closer to my family and am blessed to have been able to spend that time with him.

He was and still is my Grandpa and I love him very much.  Rest in Peace.

15 comments:

  1. It sounds like you have a lot of happy memories with your Grandfather. They will become more precious with time. I am sad for your loss. ~~Sheri

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  2. I am sorry to hear that he has passed away, but glad to hear that your heart is over flowing with wonderful memories of him.

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  3. Sorry for your loss Angela!

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  4. I'm sorry for you loss. I lost my 98 year old father a year ago and like you I am lucky to have some wonderful memories. Hugs

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  5. {{{{hugs}}}}

    you are in my thoughts and heart

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  6. I feel sad for your loss. Families are always the most precious part in our lives.
    I wish all the best to your life.
    Blessings.

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  7. I'm so sorry he passed :(
    My grandma passed away when I was sixteen and it was the hardest thing I've ever had to deal with.
    It's wonderful knowing people like them.

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  8. I'm glad that you have great memories to give you comfort. I'm sorry for your loss.

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  9. I'm sorry for your loss, but it sounds like he led a wonderful life! We should all be so blessed!

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  10. Mis mayores pesares... tu abuelo seguramente esta en estos momentos en el cielo. Bendiciones.

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  11. Every grief is individual and personal, but I lost my own grandfather a few years ago, so I can sympathize. I'm sorry to hear of your loss. He sounds like a wonderful person, and I'm glad you have many precious memories of him. I pray for peace for you and your family.

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  12. I am sorry for your loss. A beloved person is never lost while you remember him. He will be inside your heart, although you cannot see him you will feel his presence.
    I will light a candle for your grandfather.

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  13. Angela, sending you my condolences on your loss. I know you know how lucky you were to have him a part of your life. Memories are wonderful and will keep him with you always.

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  14. Oh bless yours and your families heart! I am so sorry to hear about your grandfather. He sounds like he was a good good person, and I am sorry that he is no longer with you. He is in a much better place, and thank the Lord that he has left you with beautiful memories. :) I have never commented before, but follow your blog often. Keep up the good work! :)

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  15. oh!!! smile, don't be sad, because in life everyone must say goodbye with their relative, your grandpa, too, you too, and me too, it is important that we should love who live in side by us, do not let the new loses regret, sadness and crying is late...

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