a heartfelt and loving thank you...

LucyBop

All of you folks are amazing to me... Thank you so much for all your thoughts and prayers, and words of love and hope.

I truely appreciate it and I love each and everyone of you..

I read evey post.... and I got countless pm's........

You are all wonderful people that took the time to shed a tear with me, to comfort me...
I can never forget it....

There was a thread a week ago about the quality of posts going downward... well... the quality of human compassion found here is mind boggling...

I love this place.... we may fight at times and flame each other, but we also cry together, and rejoice together... a big family......


Today my daddy was buried....

He had a wonderful Military service.. Some Army personel were on hand... One played Taps, while the other two took the flag from my daddy's coffin,
folded it, saluted it with a very slow salute, then one soldier marched to my precious mother, and kneeled before her, and presented her with the flag,
while offering the thanks of the President of the United States for his service...

we were all weeping very loud.... it was beautiful....

then came the moment i was dreading, his casket was lowered by his grandchildren into the ground. And them and the men shoved dirt onto my daddys casket.
They worked hard by hand with 4 shovels till the hole was no more, and my father in the earth...atleast his remains, as his spirit is with a wonderful King...

Daddy,
you are with your mom and dad... my grandpa and grandma.... you are with your sister and many relatives..... I thank you for everything you did for me daddy...
and I can't think of a time when you were ever mean with me... Thank you daddy...

Adios papa, nosotros veremos uno al otro otra vez. Te quiero con todo el corazon, usted sufrira el dolor nunca jamas.

ccr

As I`ve said before, I personnally think you`re one of the nicest people here. There are still alot of good people here.

I was in semi-shock the first week my Dad died earlier this month. We knew the inevitible was coming but, still pretty rough. Still, have to go forward while grieving as well. It isn`t easy but, I know we`ll see him when it`s our time to go. Until then, I still tell my Dad everyday I hope he`s doing well and remember the fun we had together.

Just saying this that you`re not alone here as well as at home with you`re family.

TorinoCobra71

Its time to heal Bopper. One day at time.

Much Respect,

Gary - TC71

ziggy29

I hear ya loud and clear.

My dad had a military funeral as well, last December 2. He was only 70. He was in the Air Force from 1954 to 1966, and seeing the military ceremony, the folding of the flag, the presentation of the flag to my mom and the playing of Taps, well, let's just say that a good cry was a LONG time coming.

It was most difficult during Taps and when they presented the flag to Mom. "On behalf of the President of the United States, the Secretary of Defense, the Department of the Air Force and a grateful nation....." I lost it there.

He was a coin collector, too. His collecting got me started. It was his military career that got him started, too. He flew refuelers, and from '61 to '63 he was stationed in Puerto Rico. At that time a lot of old, obsolete types -- Barber coins, Walkers, SLQs, Buffs, Mercs and a few IHCS -- were still in circulation, and he plucked 'em out and put them in Whitman albums.

My grandpa (his dad) was quite a jokester, and so is my uncle. I can picture Dad and Grandpa sitting around in a corner of heaven, cracking jokes, catching up on old times and figuring out what kind of prank they'll play on my uncle when God decides to call his name.

Seems like the good ones go too soon. But I guess they have work -- and rewards -- to attend to elsewhere...

Trinketts

Celebrate his life as you continue to live yours.

When my grandfather passed away 2 years ago next month it was very simular ceremony to the one you described. Very beautiful and touching.

*Hugs

coinbuf

Lucy I did'nt see your original post of your fathers passing. I want to wish you and your family my regards and best wishes. Your memories of your dad will see you through this tough time.

Chris

longtimecollector

Death is never easy........

Sincerest condolences to you and your family........

Remember him often

ziggy29

<< <i>Lucy I did'nt see your original post of your fathers passing. I want to wish you and your family my regards and best wishes. Your memories of your dad will see you through this tough time. >>

You're right. The pain and anguish subsides over time. It never fully goes away, but as time goes by it becomes less intense. The joy and happiness that comes with the memories of the good times last forever. And those don't fade.

LeeG

It's tough Lucy. My Dad passed in 98 and I still miss him and think about him. The pain will ease, in time. It's ok to cry and grieve. Also don't forget to laugh about the good times you had together. That's ok too.

100proof1957

Lucy,

For a hot chick you are definately one of the guys round here

We love ya !

Proof

DUIGUY

ER

JJM

coin peeps are take care................ next week , go out and by yourself a coin....best wishes

CharlieB

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<< <i>
He had a wonderful Military service.. Some Army personel were on hand... One played Taps, while the other two took the flag from my daddy's coffin,
folded it, saluted it with a very slow salute, then one soldier marched to my precious mother, and kneeled before her, and presented her with the flag,
while offering the thanks of the President of the United States for his service... >>



Lucy, that was truly the toughest part of the day for me too and I know exactly what went through
your mind at that time, you were so proud of your dad.

fivecents

May he Rest in Peace Lucy.

cladking

I know I don't need to tell you to stay strong.

Good luck.

Cameonut

Lucy
My father passed away 12 years ago - I still think of him often as he was my best friend.

But the pain has passed and I remember all the happy times and everything he taught me.

You will get to this phase as well - I wish you well.

Cameonut

dizzyfoxx

God Bless you and your family LucyBop. You're Dad is in a much happier place where we will all someday be. Your loss is Heaven's gain.

silverpop

LucyBop

Remeber Your Dad For Who He was And honor His Memory in your Heart

Always Remeber The Times You and Him Spent together

And think back on the good Times When you Feel Sad

Trust me I know The pain of Losing A Parent All to Well

Take Care Of Your Self and Your Family

Silverpop

netrubicon

Something tells me your dad is proud of you. I think its great he supported your hobbys and intrests. He sounds like a nice man. You have a lot of courage from what I can tell of your posts. Im sorry for your huge loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. Keep strong.-Al

Coxe

Lucy, the hard part is past, though a tear here and there happens. What helped me after my father's passing was to just consider that he would want me to remember him in happiness as I want the same for my children. So remember him often and with joy. All the best to you and yours.

gyocomgd

Condolences again. You obviously believe, as I do, in eternal life. Eternity is a long time, and the spell we have on earth only a blink. You'll be with him again...

jonesy

I missed this. I'm very sorry to hear about your Dad's passing.

GaCoinGuy

I was proud to be a member of the Carswell AFB Honor Guard for 4 years. I presented countless numbers of flags to widows and family. It's not any easier on the other side. I shed my share of tears facing a grieving family. Even the driest-eyed funeral would erupt when Taps was played.


Take comfort, Lucy, that your father will never be sick or in pain again and he WILL be waiting for you. I'll keep you and your entire family in my thoughts.

kiyote

I lost my own father 14 years ago... it's amazing how much death can't touch. You find out the people you love are so, so much more than anything that was ever lowered into the ground. My mom finally commented a few years after he died when we were visiting his gravesite; "I don't know why we even come here, he's not here."

Bear

Your dad served the country he loved and the Nation

honored his service. A life doesnt get much better then that.

TwoSides2aCoin

<< <i>Condolences again. You obviously believe, as I do, in eternal life. Eternity is a long time, and the spell we have on earth only a blink. You'll be with him again... >>



someone took the words right out of my heart.

bushmaster8

Hepkitty--do us all a favor and go easy on the accelerator until this is some distance behind you... wouldn't want to lose you...

rabbitracks

LucyBop, Sorry to hear of your daddy's passing from this earthly home to his spiritual eternal HOME. May he be welcomed by all his loved family members and with open arms by his CREATOR. We are here but a short blink in GOD's timetable so make the best of your time until your with him again. May GOD almighty
comfort you and your familyMike.

Oldgrump

Lucy, You have my deepest sympathy. I applaud you for your love and caring that you shared with your Dad. It's not always that way in life that someone "really"gets to Love and Cherish a loved one. You must have done your Daddy proud the way you talk of him.
Steve

Heywood

I can relate, as I mention before, I lost my father in law last november after a spell at hospice. He was sharp as a tack up to the day before he passed.

At his funeral, there was a marine Corps honnor guard, and it was very moving.

I always try to focus on the happy times, and the optomistic way he would see things, it does make it a little easier.

pontiacinf

Daddy is smiling down on his "little princess" as we speak knowing he couldnt have possibly done better

god bless you and yours