Donkismash 81 Posted April 5, 2009 Report Share Posted April 5, 2009 My father served on the USS Bonhomme Richard during Vietnam. He was a great man and even better father.He is survived by 2 sons,1 daughter and 5 grandchildren. I don't know anyone who visits these forums personally but I am asking that if you pray please pray for my mother Terrie as she has taken it very hard. A little history on the ship he loved to talk about http://www.lhd6.navy.mil/site%20pages/History.aspx Love you Dad, Steven Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IndyArms 10,186 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 My condolences to you and yours for your loss... may he rest in peace and be by the Lords side forever... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bounce12 407 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 All I can say is that I've been through it, myself. I was shocked at the brutality and depth of the pain. It's been five years now and it never did go away, completely. You have my sincerest sympathies. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bounce12 407 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 There's something you should be aware of. Sometimes, healthy spouses of the recently deceased pass away a very short time after the first to pass (especially if they've been married for most of their lives). In a matter of a few days, the previously healthy spouse can die as well. They just give up. It's important to let her know that the entire family needs her, loves her and depends on her. She needs to WANT to live. Smother her with the grandkids. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bvamp 604 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Steven - my condolences on your loss, and my thoughts are with your mom and you in these sad days. I say this all too much, and said it many times.....our only guarantee in life is death, and without death, we would not have life. Some people cannot recover from losing thier life partner, and I really do hope that your mom can find a way. With sincere regards - Ben V. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KROSS FA 14 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I'm sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. God bless, my friend. Zach Quote Link to post Share on other sites
read_the_wall 614 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 My prayers go out to you and your family. It sounds like you are very proud of your father. It sounds like he was a great man. Stick close to your mother, she needs you. God bless, rtw Quote Link to post Share on other sites
superA 289 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 So sorry man. Listen to Bounce, get her busy and smiling. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ninja steve 0 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Sorry for you loss, very sad news indeed. Good luck to you and your family. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paulry 50 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I lost my father 25 years ago and my mother last year. I'll never get over their loss. It's just one day at a time. I will pray for your father, mother and you. Have the heart of a Lion! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kresk 10,063 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Deepest sympathies and condolences. Time will temper the loss but not erase it. Prayers for your mom and the rest of the family. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Juggernaut 11,054 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 A heartfelt prayer for you and your family.... I can tell from your words, that much of his goodness flows through your veins... Use that kindness and goodness to take care of Mom... I get the feeling he raised you strong enough to tackle that task.... we may be one dysfunctional family here on this board... but we do have each others backs for the most part... I take it upon my self to stand in as the "Lay pastor" around here... I ain't no damn good at it... but, you can ask these jokers... My heart is in it 100% sincere... So if you ever need anything.... hit me up, Bro! I'll bring what I got..to help with whatever you may need.... and, y'all ain't alone... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Snoofer 138 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 My father served on the USS Bonhomme Richard during Vietnam. He was a great man and even better father.He is survived by 2 sons,1 daughter and 5 grandchildren. I don't know anyone who visits these forums personally but I am asking that if you pray please pray for my mother Terrie as she has taken it very hard. A little history on the ship he loved to talk about http://www.lhd6.navy.mil/site%20pages/History.aspx Love you Dad, Steven sorry for your loss bro. you and your family are in my prayers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
vbrtrmn 167 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 (edited) My condolences to you and your family. Edited April 6, 2009 by vbrtrmn Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DavidQ 170 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Sorry to hear about your father. My wife and I went through in August 08 when her father passed away suddenly. Stay strong and I will pray for you and your family. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rbthntr64 21 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Prayers sent for you and your Family. My Father was diagnosed with leukemia in January and we have all been on the roller coster ride ever since. Be strong for your Mom, and give her reason to Live. Make her the center of attention for awhile and help her get through it. I can attest to the strength of hope and prayer. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
clifton 354 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Very sorry to hear that, I have not reached that situation yet, but only can imagine how tuff it is,, good luck. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
loki0629 55 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 My condolences to you and your family. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cvhanh20 1,052 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Your family will be in my prayers, I and thank your dad from the bottom of my heart for is services to our great counrty. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Koliadko 207 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Shep 0 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 My condolences on the loss of your father. Sending prayers your way for you and your family. It may sound trite but I truly believe that those who pass on go on to something better and that they are never really seperated from us. In the years since my father died I have often felt him there at my shoulder, often giving some very caustic advice. Maybe it's just the shadow of his memory in my mind but I feel him there none the less. Be strong for your mom and God Bless. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gothmog 24 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep. Grant no other sailor take My shoes and socks before I wake. Lord guard me in my slumber And keep my hammock on its number. May no clues nor lashings break And let me down before I wake. Keep me safely in thy sight And grant no fire drill tonight. And in the morning let me wake, Breathing scents of sirloin steak. God protect me in my dreams' And makes this better than it seems. Grant the time may swiftly fly When myself shall rest on high. In a snowy feather bed, Where I long to rest my head. Far away from all the scenes And the smell of half-done beans. Take me back into the land Where they don't scrub down with sand. Where no Demon Typhoon blows, Where the women wash the clothes. God thou knowest all my woes, Feed me in my dying throes. Take me back I'll promise then Never to leave home again. "Sailor's Prayer" May he find smooth sailing and full wind to carry him to his last billet. Rest in peace you old salty dog. M.S. Hoffman, MM1SSDV(N) USS Sculpin SSN-590, 1979-1983 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
WHITE 3 GOLF 2 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 My condolences to you and your family. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paladin 37 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I'm sorry for your families loss. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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gunman1 1,753 Posted April 7, 2009 Report Share Posted April 7, 2009 So sorry for your loss Steven, your family will be in my prayers for the next week... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Azrial 1,091 Posted April 7, 2009 Report Share Posted April 7, 2009 My prayers fro your vet Dan and your family! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
txpatriot 0 Posted April 7, 2009 Report Share Posted April 7, 2009 Sorry to hear about your father. peace be with you and your family. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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