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My Daddy Is Gone

luvboyds — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 11:11:48 GMT

Many of you know me here and know that my daddy has had a long battle with Alzheimer's. He won the battle and was able to escape this HORRIBLE disease as he entered into heavens gates on Thursday. We were there every step of the way with him for the entire nine years of this cruel world in which he was trapped in. I am so thankful that we were able to be by his side the entire time and when he took his last breath at home. I love my daddy with all my heart and I miss him so much. My heart breaks more and more as the hours go by. He is and always has been my entire world.

I love you and miss you so much daddy.

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Madisson — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 11:21:49 GMT

Luvboyds, I am so sorry that you have lost your father. Alzheimer's is indeed a cruel disease. May all the precious memories help to see you through this difficult time.

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jubilant — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 11:28:33 GMT

I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I said a prayer for you.

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AngelPuppy1 — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 11:29:15 GMT

So very sorry for your loss and everything that you and your family went through! You have my condolences. At least now, his terrible suffering is over.

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Oneanddone — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 12:00:51 GMT

I'm so sorry to read about your dad luvboyds. It was so wonderful all of you were able to be with him at the end. He knew you were there. I'm so sorry for your loss and your grief. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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Mary Bailey — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 12:08:09 GMT

lovboyds, I'm so sorry for the loss of your Dad. I have him, you and all his loved ones in my prayers. I hope the good memories will soon give you comfort.

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marky — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 12:46:01 GMT

I am so sorry for your loss. It is very difficult to lose our parents and I will keep your entire family in my prayers. I am so glad that you were able to care for him at home.

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Kalli — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 13:09:45 GMT

So sorry for your loss. I'm struggling with regard to memory issues with my parents who are in their 80s. It's hard to see our loved ones battle this.

-Kalli

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emmysmom — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 13:45:51 GMT

I am sorry for your loss but happy for your dad! I felt the same way for my mom. She was in a coma and I told her she could go home and I would be ok. She died shortly afterwards! Heaven is our REAL home~

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betteb — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 13:49:57 GMT

I'm so sorry for your loss. ((((((((luvboyds))))))))

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted" Matthew 5:4

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luvboyds — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 14:52:51 GMT

Thank you all so much! I sit here with tears streaming down my face as I read your posts. Heaven has a new angel now and I know that he isn't battling this disease anymore. It doesn't make the pain any less. He is my world and I love him with all my heart.

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pattypeep — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 15:00:36 GMT

May God be with you and yours during this difficult time. I lost my dad over 20 years ago and still miss him. It does get a bit easier each day, though.

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chips — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 15:02:42 GMT

I was just talking to a friend today about the loss of our Dads. They cannot be replaced and are treasured. The pain is real and I am so sorry.

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funwun — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 15:03:13 GMT

Oh Luvboyds, I am so, so sorry!!! Sending you a big hug!! Have courage, it will get a little easier with time...much love and prayers to you and your family!!!

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MarieIG — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 15:10:52 GMT

God Bless you luvboyds. You are a wonderful daughter and your daddy is smiling down on his sweet daughter right now!

(P.S. I had (have in heaven) a wonderful daddy, and miss him too.) It will take a long time for the pain to lessen, but it will lessen eventually. Your love for him, and his love for you, never will.

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little miss sunshine — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 15:11:48 GMT

He'll always be with you in spirit.

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wismiss — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 15:35:49 GMT

Luvboyds: You have my deepest and sincerest sympathy. We also experienced taking care of my Mom who had Alzheimer's for about 11 years. It is one of the most heartbreaking diseases to watch your loved one go through.

My Mom has been gone for closed to 6 years (May 21 will be six years). I will share with you that it does get easier to go on, but there is never a day that goes by that I don't think of my Mom at least once and most days several times.

Your Daddy helped form you into the person you are today, so he will never be "gone". He lives on in you and will always protect you, guide you, and watch you from above. Your memories of his life without Alzheimer's will provide you with comfort, joy, and laughs. Yes, one day you will laugh about something the two of you experienced together.

For right now, give yourself permission to feel your grief and someday you will reach peace that your Daddy is in a much better place. He can now walk, talk with people, recognize people from the past, and be a peaceful, happy person.

And, someday you may decide to become a volunteer for Alzheimer's in some capacity, whether it be directly or indirectly. I do a fundraising letter campaign once a year, there are Alzheimer's walks, and sometimes other families who are experiencing the pain of this disease find talking with someone who has walked their journey gives information, comfort, and support.

Again, I am so sorry for your pain, but am jubilant that your Daddy is now free.

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Fifi1 — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 15:38:56 GMT

As sad as you are, as much as you'll miss him, in time you will take comfort that he's at peace. I do understand your feelings, we lost three parents Im just six months, four years ago. Takes a long time to feel normal,again, but it comes and life is good. Take care.

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champagnepoodle — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 15:42:13 GMT

I am sooo sorry for your loss. : ( I can tell you are very young. I am 30 and lost my Dad from cancer when I was 18. It does get a little easier with time, however you will miss him a lot. He will always be with you in spirit, loveboyds.

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Mustang Shar — Sat, 29 Mar 2014 15:44:45 GMT

Im so sorry for your loss, my heartfelt condolences and prayers. Hugs