Thursday, November 20, 2008

May 31, 1925 to November 20, 2008


Earlier this evening my Dad passed away. Although Daddy had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease quite a few years ago, we were very lucky that he knew us all until early this year. Daddy smiled more than anyone else I know, could laugh at himself and was a truly kind and decent man, who never thought of himself first. His was a life well lived.

Daddy was devoted to Eliza and I am grateful that they got to spend so much time together. Eliza will always know who her Papa is. Daddy will be missed more than I can say.
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14 comments:

  1. MamáChangaNovember 20, 2008 at 11:06 PM

    Anne,

    I'm so very sorry for the loss of your Dad, many hugs & prayers for you, Eliza & your mom. How fortunate that he was able to spend time with & be such a part of Eliza's life.

    Hugs & Blessings!

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  2. SarahNovember 21, 2008 at 6:02 AM

    *hugs*

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  3. CoraNovember 21, 2008 at 7:21 AM

    Anne & Eliza,

    I'm so very sorry to hear this sad news. Your entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.

    Cora

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  4. Proud preemie momNovember 21, 2008 at 8:52 AM

    Oh Anne. I'm so sorry for your loss. Luke and I will continue to pray for you, your mom, and Eliza. He was so lucky to have you all. Love from Atlanta -

    Liz

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  5. Aidan's momNovember 21, 2008 at 3:26 PM

    So sorry Anne. Hugs.

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  6. Sara, Dan, & Maggie DaleyNovember 22, 2008 at 6:17 AM

    Anne,
    I am so sorry for your family's loss. The picture of him with Eliza is precious. He has such a sweet, sweet face. I'm sure he was a wonderful and kind man, and will be more than missed forever!
    Our thoughts are with you during this impossibly difficult time.
    ~Sara (from PMB)

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  7. The TruamesNovember 23, 2008 at 10:14 AM

    thinking of you all everyday during this tough time. i am so glad eliza got to know her papa--so special. xx oo Anneliese

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  8. abbyNovember 23, 2008 at 2:12 PM

    Hi Anne,

    I've been out of circulation all weekend and was saddened when I finally checked in just now and saw this. I am so sorry for your loss and am holding you guys in my thoughts and am hoping that you find peace and solace during this hard time.

    Hugs,

    Abby

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  9. AnonymousNovember 24, 2008 at 4:36 PM

    Hi there.
    I'm the mom to a preemie also.
    Came across your blog and this is the first post I see.
    I sure can't express how sorry I am about your loss. My dad also has been a super guy in my little mans life. Your dad will watch over Eliza everyday and moment.

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  10. SarahNovember 25, 2008 at 5:03 PM

    I'm so sorry Anne. I'm out of the loop and just read this today. I can only imagine what this time has been like for you and your Mom. What a beautiful picture Eliza and her Papa.

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  11. TrishaNovember 25, 2008 at 9:15 PM

    Just read your post on PBM's. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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  12. Charlotte in LondonNovember 27, 2008 at 4:17 AM

    Anne, I "know" you from the SMC board and just popped onto your blog for the first time. I wanted to say how lovely your daughter is and how well you manage with all the ridiculous things people say to you. But I'm so sorry to read about the loss of your father. Wishing you peace.

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  13. Sarah FurloughDecember 15, 2008 at 3:12 PM

    I too have been out of the loop. I now you must miss your Dad terribly. He sounds like an amazing man. I am so glad he was able to spend so much time with Eliza. Thinking of you all!

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  14. Anne, Eliza Grace's momDecember 15, 2008 at 8:06 PM

    Thank you everyone for your kind thoughts and prayers. Daddy is sorely missed but I know he is watching over us.

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