The Patriarch

[Canadian_Kilt]

I'm deeply sorry for your loss, but happy that his last moments were so special to both of you.

[Kid Cossack]

I can only hope that when I die, my grandson will be with me, as you were with your grandfather. God's love on y'all, on you and yours.

[Bob C]

My condolences, as well. What a wonderful way to go, though, and what a memory you'll always have.

[raindog]

Thank you for relating your loss to us. If only we could all send our loved ones off in such a meaningful way. Respect to you.


Jeff.

[cormacmacguardhe]

My sympathy on your loss, but it sounds like he had a peaceful passing, which we all wish for. Honoring his last request that way is blessing for both of you.

[Riverkilt]

That is so spiritual and so touching.

No doubt he'll be waiting for you on the other side when your turn comes, and piping you aboard.

Ron

[wsk]

I would be remiss if I didn't suggest this to all of you. As I write this I'm simultaneously down-loading Barb T.'s daughter's Flowers in the Forest.

I had a friend. When he died three years ago he was nearly 95. There was never such a friend. Even though I had heard every single one of his stories over and over again, I never tired of listening to him tell them. Because of medical problems he had while growing up, the Army wouldn't take him as a soldier but instead they put him to work at Hill Field repairing propellers and teaching. Stories of his service during WWII were some of his favorites to tell. Flowers of the Forest reminded me of some of them.

He left a huge hole in my life when he died. And that particular hole can't be filled. But, and this is what I recommend to you all, I found another to replace him. This Elder is a mere 84 and she is sharp as a tack. This friendship is every bit as fulfilling as the last.

There are lots of Elders out there who would welcome your friendship. An hour or so a week ... Give them and give yourselves the simple gift of friendship.

To beloitpiper: You did a good thing, you gave the gift.

[Livingston]

Bless you for giving your grandfather something that gave him pleasure and eased his final moments. I just wish I had been able to do the same before either of mine left us.

[Dirk Skene]

That is the most touching story I have heard in a very long time. very sad, but sweet at the same time.

[Schultz]

My condolences to you and your family. May your grandfather find a blessed repose and eternal memory.