My Dad Died Yesterday

[BrownBagger]

He had metastatic prostate cancer that got out of hand a month or two ago. It was tough to watch him become debilitated, but the end was fairly quick and I don't think he suffered much. The home hospice folks were pretty good.

I'm doing OK. We were very close, but as a Stage 4 cancer patient myself, I could pretty much see the writing on the wall in his case, so this didn't come as a great shock. And I think I've already done most of my mourning. Maybe not.

What did come as a shock to me was how quickly he went from being outwardly healthy and active, to very weak and debilitated. Once the cancer got on top of him, there wasn't much anyone could do. That's sobering.

That's all. I know some of you know about our close relationship and my dad's disease, so I thought you'd want to know.

Thanks.

[NWgirl]

I'm so sorry. I don't care how prepared you are and how accepting you are of end of life issues, it still hurts. May he rest in peace.

[edinaman]

Eric, I am so sorry. Please accept my condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts.
Jeff

[cgen521]

I was so sorry to read this. Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family.

[Lena]

Eric, I'm so sorry to hear about this also. My deepest condolences to you and your family. May your father rest in peace!
You know where we are if you need anything!
Virtual hugs
Lena

[KellyBelle]

I'm so sorry. You're probably not done mourning, just take it a day at a time and get through what you have to for the next week.

Peace to your family...

Kelly

[Guinevere]

I'm so sorry. Even though you felt like you're prepared, there will be times when it will hit you out of the blue. My prayers are with you and your family.
Gwen

[Surroundedbylove]

Eric,

Your posts over the years about your dad did show your wonderful relationship with him. I hope that those memories will sustain you in the ups and downs of grieving that are likely to come.

My condolences to you.

SBL

[SkiFletch]

Damn buddy, sorry to hear that. Praying for the best for you and the fam.

[Lee]

Eric,

I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. My condolences to you, your mother and all your other family and friends who were priviliaged to know your Dad.

(((HUGS))) to you.

Lee

[pollo65]

Eric, I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad, lost mine to lung cancer and I just wasn't as prepared as I thought. One thing I know is that he will pop up in your life when least expected. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
pollo 65

[Icesk8tr]

Dear Eric,
You were a loving son to your Dad. I hope the wonderful memories you have of him healthy, will help you get through this difficult time. My deepest condolences to you, your Mom and sister. I know how difficult this is, I still miss my Dad and it has been 10 years since he died. Sending good thoughts for continued strength.

Christine

[cathdawg]

Eric, I am so sorry . May all the wonderful times and special memories you shared with your Father provide you comfort.

Thinking of you and your Family,
Cathie

[CRguy]

I am so sorry Eric. Please accept all of my deepest sympathies for you and your family.

In Harmony with you my friend.
CRguy

[michelle c]

Eric,

I'm so sorry to hear about the sad loss of your dear Dad. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your Mom and family. It's never easy losing a loved one. It sounded like you had a special relationship and lots of happy memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.