My Sweet Daddy…
Yesterday morning at 4:11 am, my sweet Daddy passed away after his 2 1/2+ year battle with lung cancer. He had been on a gentle decline for the past several weeks, and it had accelerated the past two days. Both of his sisters came from California on Wed. and were able to visit with him. Thursday he seemed to be transitioning and Friday he was weaker, he knew who we were and as anyone who knew Lou would expect, the last thing he ate was a bowl of vanilla ice cream. We all told him good ‘nite, gave him a kiss and he was peaceful. He was able to move on and leave this cancer behind. Now he can help look out for Paige until we can get her home.
Services will be held Thursday, July 6, 2006 at 11:00a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 2801 Eldorado Parkway, McKinney, TX and it should be a nice service. There will be a Viewing (or as I call it, a Viewing-Thingy) at the same address on Wednesday, July 5, 2006 from 7-9 p.m. Dalton and Son Funeral Home in Lewisville, TX. are coordinating the services. He will be buried at Pecan Grove Cemetery in McKinney, TX, a wonderfully historic cemetary nearby. It is very Texas and seems quite fitting for the man who has been my buddy and pal all my life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made on his behalf to Love Without Boundaries at www.lovewithoutboundaries.com . This wonderful volunteer organization works tirelessly to improve the lives of the children in China’s orphanages, potentially benefiting his own granddaughter.
We are doing okay. He died peacefully and is no longer suffering. I just really miss him and I am not quite sure how to do this all without him. Other than being a bit selfish and wishing he were here with me, I mainly feel bad that my sweet Paige won’t get to grow up with her Pop.
Thank you for all of the prayers and hugs…
Alyson,
I can’t even imagine how difficult this must be for you. It sounds like his passing was as painless as possible, surrounded by loved ones. Please remember you have a community of friends from around the world who are here for you.
So sorry to hear about your dad’s passing, Alyson. I can tell how much you loved him!
oh Alyson, I am so sorry to hear this news. Although Paige will not get to meet him on this earth, she will always know her grandpa through your obvious love for him. My thoughts are with all of you during this time.
Love,
H
Alyson,
My heart aches and breaks for you. Daddy’s are so special. But he will always be with you as long as you keep him alive in your heart and thoughts. No words can make the pain any less, but I know I’ve told you what I said when my dad passed….Each day…one at a time…not better, just different. In time, you will find a new normal where he will always be there, just in a different way. You know you are in my prayers and thoughts. Giant hugs…
Alyson,
My heart aches and breaks for you. Daddy’s are so special. But he will always be with you as long as you keep him alive in your heart and thoughts. No words can make the pain any less, but I know I’ve told you what I said when my dad passed….Each day…one at a time…not better, just different. In time, you will find a new normal where he will always be there, just in a different way. You know you are in my prayers and thoughts. Giant hugs…
Alyson,
My heart aches and breaks for you. Daddy’s are so special. But he will always be with you as long as you keep him alive in your heart and thoughts. No words can make the pain any less, but I know I’ve told you what I said when my dad passed….Each day…one at a time…not better, just different. In time, you will find a new normal where he will always be there, just in a different way. You know you are in my prayers and thoughts. Giant hugs…
Alyson,
My heart aches and breaks for you. Daddy’s are so special. But he will always be with you as long as you keep him alive in your heart and thoughts. No words can make the pain any less, but I know I’ve told you what I said when my dad passed….Each day…one at a time…not better, just different. In time, you will find a new normal where he will always be there, just in a different way. You know you are in my prayers and thoughts. Giant hugs…
Alyson,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tyla Gilchrist
Alyson,
Thinking of you in your time of loss. Amy C (DTC group)
I found this blog on one of your mom’s forwards (you had originally sent the forward to her, I think!). I don’t want to bother you with a phone call right now if you’re not up to it, but I did want to let you know that our hearts go out to you and your family at this time. We’ve been thinking and praying for you and hoping that this very difficult time will be full of love and peace and that you guys will have the strength you need through it all. Your father was a such a neat man. He fought a long fight and won. I’m sure he’ll be watching over your precious Paige for you. Please let me or Melanie know if you need anything. If you just need to talk or want to visit or need anything else, please let us know.
Love,
Terri & Tyler
Alyson and Family,
We are so sad to hear the news of your Daddy! We pray for you at this time; asking that the Lord bring to you Comfort and Peace. Please know that we are here for you. Our thoughts are with you.
Ranata Granzella
(GWCA/OCT LID Group)
Dear Alyson,
I was so sad to hear the news of the passing of your dear father. It must have been a comfort to him to have you all near by at the end. And a comfort to you now, to know that he is watching over Paige until she is in your arms. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please take all the time you need to grieve and know that there are many people from your DTC group thinking of you at the moment.
Love Helen (in Amsterdam)
Oh, Alyson, I’m so sorry to hear about your dad. Please know that I am praying for you and sending hugs your way. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Dear Alyson,
I’m so sorry for the grief and sorrow your family is feeling now. Daddy’s are such special people and I know how lonely it will be without him. Please take comfort in your faith that he’s no longer suffering. You’re DTC group truly appreciates all your work and effort on the boards. We’re with you in spirit.
Erin
LID 10/26
Alyson,
We’re so terribly sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. You and your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Blessings~
Alyson-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are very sorry for your loss. It’s easy to see your dad was very special to you. I’m sure, someday, you’ll have many wonderful memories of him to share with Paige.
Take good care,
Martha, Jim and Rosie
(Oct LID group)
Dear Alyson,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I too lost my dad this past February. I hope you find some comfort in the following:
I am standing upon the seashore. A ship at my side spreads her white
sails to the ocean. She is an object of beauty and strength. I stand and watch her until at length she hangs like a speck of white cloud just where the sea and sky come to mingle with each other.
Then someone at my side says: “There, she is gone!”
“Gone where?”
Gone from my sight. That is all.
Her diminished size is in me, not in her. And just at the moment when
someone at my side says: “There, she is gone!” there are other eyes
watching her coming, and other voices ready to take up the glad shout: “Here she comes!”
We pray that your hearts and minds be the vessel in which the spirit of your father resides until when, in God’s time, you hear him shout, “Here they come”.
Your friends,
Chris(topher) and Lisa Montagna
Dear Alyson,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. I know how hard it is to lose someone so special. I watched both my parents go through cancer and still miss them deeply (8 & 9 yrs ago). But we both know they are no longer suffering, no longer in pain and are at peace. There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think about them but I also know they are watching over all of us and know who their new granddaughter is and are taking in the joy of the new things she is already learning. May you find peace and comfort from those who love you in the days ahead.
Alyson, I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. I cannot imagine the sadness you have right now, but with his loved ones around him, know that he went peacefully. As Magi said, you have friends from all over the world that are praying for you and your family, and are here for you.
Colleen~
Alyson,
We are so sorry to hear about your father and can’t imagine how brave you are to be taking care of everyone at such a difficult time. We lost a close friend (next door neighbor) to cancer last year and know what an amazing and spiritual journey it is. You are in our thoughts. Your sibling swap and Oct. LID friends,
Susan, Dave, Sophie and Lily
Alyson,
I am so sorry to hear that your dad has passed away. I know that your heart is heavy and that you will miss him terribly. Remember that he will be with you forever in your heart and your memories. And, I’m certain that he will be Paige’s special angel forever and she will know and love him through your stories.
Love,
Kelley
Alyson,
I’m so sorry about your dad. I also feel so bad because I can’t make it tonight or tomorrow. Please know even though we’re not there with you that we’re thinking about you. And please, let me know if you need anything at all. I lost my dad to cancer when I was in high school. Even though he’s gone, there hasn’t been a day that hasn’t past that I don’t think about him. And just know that both our dads are watching over their granddaughters as well as their birth families to make sure they get home safe.
Traci
Alyson and Family,
I am so sad that your Dad passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Just know that you have a lot of friends who care about you and are thinking of you. I’m here if you need to talk!
~Dawn
I’m so sorry to hear about your dad. Please know that you’re in my thoughts and prayers today.
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I also lost my dear dad to lung cancer several years ago. One of the hardest things is those times when something happens and you turn to pick up the phone to call and tell him, it’s kind of stunning to realize he’s not there physically any longer. (((sending hugs))) I’m sure you have many special memories of him to share with your daughter as she grows.
Peace be with you.
So sorry to hear the news of your Dad. You wrote so well about him and I know you will be able to pass on the memories and stories to Paige.
My Dad is going through cancer for the second time and I too hope that he will be around for many more years to see our Alyzabeth.
Alyson
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