Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Passed away at 10pm.
Finally after 10 years of fighting the cancer Dad, you can now rest in peace.
There is no one we all know, including the Doctors and MacMallin Nurses who have sent such strenght and determination to fight fight fight. Right up to the end Dad, you did not give in. You are truely a source of utter inspiration to me and everyone else.
You deserve the peace you now have. No one wanted you to suffer any more.
We are glad you were at home, in the place you loved with the people you loved. As hard as it was Dad, we all gave you our 'blessing' to leave us. It was time.
Terry and your Brother came to you see during the day. I don't know if you knew.
Ray came and spent time with you in the morning.
You had Me, Mum holding you when you took your last breath. Matthew, Greig, Anna and Treen were also by your bed. You had so many people who loved you when you passed away. I know Kristy wanted to much to be there, she had to work and was in such a dilemma. She had you in her thoughts.
I found if hard whilst I lied next to you during the day to tell you things, whilst you were holding on and fighting for breath. I held you, stroked you, but couldn't say anything to you. When you passed away, I layed next you for a long time. I cried in your arms, I told you all the things I wanted to tell you, whilst I stroked your head and arms. I could of layed there all night Dad, I was snuggled up to you and I felt peaceful for you and for me.
To leave you finally, knowing the 'Gentlemen' were there to take you away, was th hardest thing I have had to do Dad. You looked content, finally. You looked young. All the strain and fatigue of the last few years seem to leave you.
But I was distraught. I cried and wiped my tears on your face. I wanted you to have a bit of me when you left.
Rest in peace Father. I love you.
((((((((((((Graham)))))))))))))
Posted by: Saboma | 03/24/2007 at 01:40 AM
My condolences.
Posted by: Jennifer Forbes | 03/29/2007 at 03:53 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Posted by: PJ | 03/31/2007 at 12:29 AM
dear graham,
don't know if you'll remember me, but i too lost my father, he died of cancer like yours. i laid next to him the day before his passing, those moments there with him are ethched in my memory for life.......he wasn't a big man in stature but he was a giant to me in the way he chose to live his life, the morals and values he always upheld, his kindness and giving heart to all...... his passing has changed me forever. though it's been some years, the memory never fades, he is in my thoughts every waking day.........what i can share with you is that somehow from the horrible pain and grief you will find solace and you will find a way to live each day because you know in your heart and mind that they would want you to go on......thanQ for sharing this deeply personal and emotional moment of your life......i only hope that in someway what i have written serves to lessen your pain......if you need to talk i am willing to listen.....
hugs to hold you, your long lost friend, christina
p.s. if only your photos could speak!! they are lovely!
Posted by: christina | 04/02/2007 at 08:33 AM
Hello Graham,
My deep condolences. A lovely poem by Vera and Lorne Thompson.
God looked around his Garden and found an empty place.
He then looked down upon his earth and saw your loving face.
He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.
His Garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering, he knew you were in pain.
And knew that you would never get well on earth again.
He saw your path was difficult, he closed you tired eyes,
He whispered to you "Peace be Thine" and gave you wings to fly.
When we saw you sleeping so calm and free of pain,
We would not wish you back to earth to suffer once again.
You've left us precious memories, your love will be our guide,
You live on through your children, you're always by our side.
It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you on the day God called you home
Self Help Zone
Posted by: Self Help Zone | 04/16/2007 at 12:07 PM
Sorry about your loss. Keep on fighting and good luck with the site. He will always be a part of you as you are a part of him. Peace and hugs
Posted by: frank | 04/25/2007 at 10:20 PM
Graham,
I'm sorry to hear this. I lost my father to a sudden heart attack in 2001 and have a void that has never been filled. I hope you were able to receive some closure before his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Marissa
Posted by: Marissa Miller | 04/27/2007 at 03:12 PM
May peace come unto you at some point...whether today, tomorrow, or in the future. I know it is difficult, but if there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.
Posted by: ariadneK, Ph.D. | 05/01/2007 at 05:13 AM
i am so sorry.
Posted by: christin | 05/03/2007 at 03:39 PM
Hi Graham,
I really feel for you!
I lost my father a month ago to the same monstrous disease.
He also fought it 'til the end until it "took over".
I spent the last few days, never leaving his bedside, and he died with my mom and sisters at his side.
Hopefully those last days will become a dim memory and I'll be able to remember him as he was in healthier days.
He was always optimistic, and had a good word to say about everyone. We watched him become a shadow of the big, strong, wonderful man that was such an important part of our lives.
Thanks for sharing this with me. It meant a lot.
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