One last trip..

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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,987
    edited September 2010
    Thanks guys. She decided to cut out of work early, and the timing couldn't have been better, we got there, and not 90 minutes later he was gone. I've been there for pets plenty of times, but it was hardcore to see her sit and talk to him, calling him 'Daddy' as he took his last breath.

    Something I will never forget. Everyone is doing well, considering, and all arrangements have been made for a visitation tomorrow, and services on Friday.

    I'll be back.
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  • quadzilla
    quadzilla Posts: 1,543
    edited September 2010
    Man, really sorry to hear that Russ. My deepest condolences to your family.
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  • mhardy6647
    mhardy6647 Posts: 33,734
    edited September 2010
    Russ... I am terrible at this stuff, but you have my sympathy, my empathy, and our prayers, condolences, and wishes for the best. I was misting up reading through this thread.
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited September 2010
    Sorry man. Hang tough. See you soon.
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  • disneyjoe7
    disneyjoe7 Posts: 11,435
    edited September 2010
    Wow that's tough sorry for the loss.

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  • shack
    shack Posts: 11,154
    edited September 2010
    My condolences to your entire family.
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  • vc69
    vc69 Posts: 2,500
    edited September 2010
    My sincere condolences Russ.
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  • TECHNOKID
    TECHNOKID Posts: 4,298
    edited September 2010
    Sorry to hear the news, my sincere condolences to you and your family Russ :(
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited September 2010
    Sorry to hear that Russ. What can I say, be there for her.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited September 2010
    RuSsMaN wrote: »
    Thanks guys. She decided to cut out of work early, and the timing couldn't have been better, we got there, and not 90 minutes later he was gone. I've been there for pets plenty of times, but it was hardcore to see her sit and talk to him, calling him 'Daddy' as he took his last breath.

    Something I will never forget. Everyone is doing well, considering, and all arrangements have been made for a visitation tomorrow, and services on Friday.

    I'll be back.

    Russ please convey me and my families condolences to Cyndi! One thing though as terrible as it seems, being there when you pop & mom takes their last breath is really a comforting experience. I was there when both my parents took theirs and I got some spiritual peace from it.

    We'll continue to pray for you folks during your grieving process.

    Hang in there Bro. It's truly a gift that you were with her at that very moment. It may not seem like that now but you'll understand down the road.

    Joe
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  • Joe08867
    Joe08867 Posts: 3,919
    edited September 2010
    I am sorry it happened but glad she was able to be there with him.

    I was with my wife in 2000 when her Dad died. And I agree with you it is hardcore to see it up close like that.

    My Prayers are with you guys,
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  • DaveHo
    DaveHo Posts: 3,500
    edited September 2010
    My condolences to you & your family. I was fortunate to be there near the end for my grandmother. Even though her mind had long since left her, for just a few moments it was evident that she recognized me & everything would be alright. Still a tough pill to swallow.
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  • hoosier21
    hoosier21 Posts: 4,411
    edited September 2010
    My sincere condolences Russ, being up close to a death is very hard, I was there when my Dad passed, even though given his condition we knew he would be better off gone than to continue, it was very hard to witness
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 18,996
    edited September 2010
    My sincerest condolences to you and your family, Russ.
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited September 2010
    My deepest condolences Russ to you & yours.
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  • cstmar01
    cstmar01 Posts: 4,424
    edited September 2010
    sorry to hear about your loss and your families loss.
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited September 2010
    Real sorry to hear of his passing. Please pass on to all condolences and prayers from Bev & I.
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  • Willow
    Willow Posts: 10,999
    edited September 2010
    Russ and family, I am sorry for your loss. My condolences go out to your and the family.
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  • messiah
    messiah Posts: 1,790
    edited September 2010
    So sorry to hear the news Russ. At least you both got to be there.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited September 2010
    hoosier21 wrote: »
    My sincere condolences Russ, being up close to a death is very hard, I was there when my Dad passed, even though given his condition we knew he would be better off gone than to continue, it was very hard to witness

    Yeah it is Russ. However, I got this sense of peace when both my mom & dad who both suffered horribly took that last breath. You know, it may have been a spiritual experience for me and my brothers & sister but I did get the sense that they knew we were there and were trying to hang on for out sakes. That was really tough to swallow.

    Mr. Gates I again wish you, Cyndi and family peace in the knowledge that he truly is in a better place!:)
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  • DarqueKnight
    DarqueKnight Posts: 6,765
    edited September 2010
    Sorry about your loss. I extend my condolences.
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited September 2010
    Our condolences to you and yours.

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