08-09-2007, 01:31 AM
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I Lost My Grandfather Last Night
I'm typing this sitting at a Starbucks in Penticton, British Columbia. On Sunday night I received a phone call from my sister telling me that my grandfather was suffering from kidney and liver cancer, and was near death. This came as a complete shock to everyone - a few weeks ago he was healthy and walking around. Ashley and I got on a plane and flew to BC Monday afternoon, and got to see him open his eyes and acknowledge we were there. Last night, while I was holding his hand, he passed away - his lungs filled with fluid and his heart stopped. I've never experienced death in such a direct manner before, so it was an experience unlike anything else - and likely something I'll be exploring on my personal blog in the future. We're going to stay in Penticton until the funeral on Saturday, then we'll be heading home.
I have no connectivity unless I walk over to the nearby shopping mall and pay $8 for an hour of online access ($13 for the day) so if I don't respond to email messages or forum posts, that's why. I'll likely be back on Sunday night and returning to work Monday morning.
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08-09-2007, 01:46 AM
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Jason, I'm very sorry for your loss. My wife and I will be praying for you and your family.
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08-09-2007, 01:54 AM
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i'm so sorry for your loss. i wish you the best of luck in these difficult times!
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08-09-2007, 02:06 AM
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I am very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you & your family.
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08-09-2007, 02:10 AM
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Condolences...
I am very sorry for your loss, I was close to my Grandfather and could not be there when he passed away. My condolences to you & your family.
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08-09-2007, 02:38 AM
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Sorry to hear that.
Our thoughts are with you..
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08-09-2007, 03:07 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2006
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Hey Jason,
I kind of know what you are going through....my grandmother just passed away three weeks ago. She was 89, and walking and talking up until a month ago.
I too was fortunate to visit her when she was still able to see and recognize me - that meant a lot to me.
It's comforting to know she is now in a better place, with my grandfather, her mother and father, and all her brothers and sisters.
Peace.
Last edited by John Cody; 08-09-2007 at 04:40 AM..
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08-09-2007, 04:51 AM
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Really sorry to hear about your grandfather, Jason
Sorry to hear about your grandfather, Jason. I know there is no "bright side" to losing a grandparent (i've lost three of four)... even so, someday, when I do also die, I hope it's when I'm also still healthy enough to be walking around the day before, rather than wasting away from cancer.
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
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08-09-2007, 07:34 AM
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My condolences Jason.
Take this time to reflect on all the good memories you've had with your grandfather and enjoy the comfort and company of your other family members.
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08-09-2007, 02:01 PM
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Jason, I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
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