[Katharine]

Hello all,

Having asked you a few weeks back to pray for my Dad, I felt I couldn't not tell you of his passing.

He passed away yesterday after having had a while at home in more comfort than he could have had at hospital.

I am sad he is gone but happy that he is now in peace and no pain. In his lifetime he was such a "larger than life" character and someone who so totally took over everything (including your life and the neighbour's if he could...) that it was hard to know he was housebound and so weak he couldn't stand.

I will remember him as the most unbelievable character, who, although he made many mistakes in his life, lived life to the full and did everything that he wanted to do. All our friends were always jealous of the stories we, as children, could tell about him.

I was able to get the first plane out of Belgium and am with Mum.

Thanks to you all for being there and for praying for him. I'm sure it made that difference that meant he could be home and have the time to say goodbye and to have the strength to give up the fight - if you see what I mean.

Katharine

 

[KarolH]

(((((Katharine))))))

My heart goes out to you and your family. I know your sadness is very deep right now as well as your mums. I am glad you were able to get the first plane out to be with her.

Know that I did pray for your dad and although he is gone I am happy too that he is not in any pain, no suffering anymore and got to spend his last days in his home with loved ones by his side.

I will ask God to give you and your family the strength to move ahead in the up coming days. It is difficult to say goodbye, but know in your heart you will meet again................someday.:wink2:

 

[cath]

((((((((((((Katharine)))))))))))))

I am very sorry to hear that your father has passed away. It must be a very difficult time for you and your mother. I'm glad you could get over to her quickly though.

I'll be thinking of you :hug:

X C X

 

[julsie]

Hello Katharine,
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad too.I'm glad you have some nice memories of him to keep with you always.Love to you and thinking of you,
JulsieX

 

[Joandublin]

Dear Katharine

My deep condolences to you and your Mother at the passing of your beloved Dad. Its a very sad time in your life and I hope you and your Mam will be okay and find strength and comfort in each other and your memories of your Dad.

Much love to you
Joan:rose:

 

[granny weatherwax]

Katherine

I am sorry to hear of your fathers passing. It is hard to know what to say other that I will be thinking of you and your family at this sad time. It is nice to hear that you have such fond memories of him and I am sure that they will be with you forever. I am sure that he will still be "watching" over you. Please take care of yourself.

Lots of hugs and thoughts for you and your family

Claire xxxxx
:rose::hug:

 

[Maia]

(((Katharine)))

Thank you for the update, and my thoughts and prayers are still with you and your family. You wrote so eloquently and lovingly about your father, I can see why so many people loved him.

Do your best to take care of yourself during this difficult time...

 

[Marika]

Dear Katherine.......I'm really sorry to hear about your Dad, I really am. I know what it's like..so I wish you all the stregth for you and your family...glad you can be there for your Mum...

Take Care...

Love Marikaxxxxx

 

[Bullwinkle]

So sorry Katherine. But as you say he left a swath of memories. I hope that they are comforting , knowing he enjoyed his life.
All the best to you and your mom.

 

[LolaLola]

Dearest Katharine,
I am grateful to you for letting us know.
I hope you and Mum will be a good comfort to each other. Even if your Father didn't always get things right he still managed to raise a good person in you.
Sending lots of love,
Lola xxx

 

[Sage Hen]

Dear Katherine,

I am saddened to hear of your dear dad's passing. It is wonderful, you have such fond memories of him, also that he passed at home, in peace, and pain free.

I am glad you and your mum, will be able to comfort one another.

May your heartache ease, and be comforted by your strong memories of him, and his zest for life. He sounds like a genuine corker, and I for one, wish I could have met him..and heard some of his life adventures.

Sincerely,
Sandy

 

[lazylegs]

Katherine,

My heart goes out to both you and your mum during this difficult time. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

Take care,
Lazylegs

 

[keebler]

(((Katherine)))

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your mum. I know how difficult this time will be for you and your mum. Please try to take care of yourself as much as you can.:hug:

Love,
Lyn

 

[macfamily53]

Hi Kathrine

I am so sorry to hear about your dad((hugs)).I sure hope it does comfort you knowing he is not suffering anymore.I do understand exactly what you are saying about him.I send you some (((hugs)))to help you through such a tuff time for you.

Tammy
(((((hugs))))))

 

[Lily]

(((((((Katharine))))))))))) I'm sorry to hear of your Dad's passing I hope you find comfort in being with your Mum at this sad time and that your memories of him sustain you in the months to come.

love
Lily

 

[Clare.T]

Dear((((((((((((( Katharine))))))))))))

I am so sorry for your loss. Many comforting hugs for you and for your mum.

Love
Clare

 

[kiaratrak]

Katharine

Much love to you hun... thinking of you.

Kiara

 

[Nutty]

Hi Katherine,

I'm sorry to hear about your Dad. I lost my Mom a couple of weeks ago, so I can feel your pain. If you were like me, I thought my parents would be here forever. It's a tough one!

I'll keep you and your Dad in my prayers.

Annette

 

[BigSis]

My sympathies are with you Katharine.
Take care

 

[elle-co]

I'm so sorry to hear of your dad passing. You and your family are in my prayers.
Take care

Elle x