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   kai_ | Nov 14, 2001 09:05am | #1

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   {{{{James}}}} I'm so sorry for your, your Mother's, and your family's loss, but glad your Father heard your last words and was with your Mother at his passing.

   I hope you find some consolation in the fond memories as time passes.

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   Mike_Gabriel | Nov 14, 2001 09:08am | #2

   *Our thoughts are with you and yours, James. He will be with you always, in your heart, and in your thoughts.Mike and Tara

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   Ron_Teti | Nov 14, 2001 09:15am | #3

   *Ill add you to my prayer list James god bless you and comfort you and your family

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   Luka_ | Nov 14, 2001 09:23am | #4

   *You, and your whole family are in my prayers, my friend.

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   Bee_Jay | Nov 14, 2001 09:30am | #5

   *May the Lord be your shepherd through this valley.BJ

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   jim_at_great_white | Nov 14, 2001 09:38am | #6

   *Think think think thinking of you and yours.jim and the Gurlz

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   Lisa_Long | Nov 14, 2001 10:06am | #7

   *Your father sounds like a wonderful man. And he was blessed with a wonderful son - that must have brought him great joy. You and yours are in my prayers tonight.Lisa

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   Daryl(Newf)_Ferguson | Nov 14, 2001 01:35pm | #8

   *Our sympathy to you and your family.You have great memories to draw on.Newf and Kelly

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   SHGLaw | Nov 14, 2001 01:48pm | #9

   *I'm very sorry for you and your family James. Keep the faith.SHG

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   Pi | Nov 14, 2001 02:06pm | #10

   *I'm sorry James, take care of Mom.......You will have good memories......Carole

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   Stan_Foster | Nov 14, 2001 02:16pm | #11

   *James: My prayers to you and your family.

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   Daniel_Dunn | Nov 14, 2001 03:07pm | #12

   *Sorry to hear about your dad Take care, Daniel

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   Rich_Beckman | Nov 14, 2001 03:52pm | #13

   *James,My condolences to you and your family.Rich Beckman

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    Jeff_Clarke_ | Nov 14, 2001 04:02pm | #14

    *James,May he rest with the angels and may you be comforted by the memory of your last words together.Jeff

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    The_Tennis_Court_Builder_...on_t | Nov 14, 2001 04:31pm | #15

    *James...Sorry to here your news...I too cherish everyday I get to see my Dad. Thinking of your family today and will be there for you on this day..in Texas and New York. Love to the Dads today...near the stream,aj

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    Theodora_D. | Nov 14, 2001 04:45pm | #16

    *James,I am so sorry. God bless your Dad and God take care of you all. I'll be talking to my Dad today. Sending prayers your way,Theodora

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    Andy_Engel_ | Nov 14, 2001 05:00pm | #17

    *Best to you and your family James, from the FHB staff.Andy

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    Greg_Gibson | Nov 14, 2001 05:02pm | #18

    *Oh, James.....I'm terribly sorry. Later you'll realize what a blessing it is to go in this manner.I lost my Dad the same way - someone called it a"Millionaire's Death" No suffering, just like blowing out a candle. The Bible says that life is like vapor.You have a tough few days ahead of you. I will be thinking of you, and lifting up prayers.Greg.

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    jim_"crazy_legs"_blodg | Nov 14, 2001 06:04pm | #19

    *Sorry for your loss, James.

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    bobl_ | Nov 14, 2001 06:30pm | #20

    *My deepest sympathies.

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    Boss_Hog | Nov 14, 2001 06:33pm | #21

    *Sorry James. Hope your heart heals quickly.

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    SandraM | Nov 14, 2001 07:47pm | #22

    *James, my thoughts and prayers are with you, too. I just lost my mother, so know the grief you're feeling. I'm so glad that you and your father had a loving, warm relationship. The pain of loss is intense, but knowing that you loved each other, and told each other so, will help enormously in the days and months to come.

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    Alan_Ray | Nov 14, 2001 07:51pm | #23

    *My deepest heartfelt sympathy is extended to you and your family.Your in my prayers in Kentucky.Alan Ray

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    gtwilkins_ | Nov 14, 2001 08:11pm | #24

    *James, so sorry to hear about your Dad, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Our deepest sympathy from the Kootenays, Lainey and Trevor

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    doug_hubbard | Nov 14, 2001 08:39pm | #25

    *James-you have my prayers and deepest condolences.God Bless

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    Kimball_Dhillon | Nov 14, 2001 08:46pm | #26

    *James,My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry for your loss.Kimball

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    Mike_S_ | Nov 14, 2001 08:53pm | #27

    *James.. Sorry to hear about your dad's passing.Mike

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    Lefty. | Nov 14, 2001 09:21pm | #28

    *You and the rest of the family are in my prayers. He is already in heaven watching over you. Just see how many pennies from heaven you find in the coming months.Lefty

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    Chris_R | Nov 14, 2001 10:10pm | #29

    *James, Truly sorry to hear of your loss. Awhile ago I lost my mother, wife got sick, seemed as if everything was going to hell in a hurry. Things like this do one thing, they make you take another look at your place in the grand scheme of things, and as a result evaluate what's really important. Small things such as a wink, or an "I love You", a phone call for no particular reason other than to say "Hi".Think of the way we live and the daily dangers we are faced with....and the fact that you may one day not come home. You only have so many chances to do the small things that matter most..don't waste them.By the way..Hello everyone. Been away taking care of some things.Chris

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    Eric_M._Borgman | Nov 14, 2001 11:11pm | #30

    *James,My sincere condolences to you and your family.Sounds like you've got a wonderful family relationship going there. Be strong for Mom. She'll need you more than ever.My prayer is that the joy of your memories, wash away the sorrow of your loss.Eric

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    Art_B. | Nov 14, 2001 11:56pm | #31

    *James, our prayers are with you. FIL died of heart attack while playing the organ during a church service, so much of family was there. Many in family having been there seemed to aid in quicker recovery from grief, hope it is so for your mother. God Bless.

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    splintergroupie_ | Nov 15, 2001 12:05am | #32

    *James, i don't stumble around the Tavern as often as i used to, but i think about you every time i pick up the Bosch drill i received from you via the "Luka Auction"--and am reminded happily of the way we repaired our grievances with one another. When i hear of someone mourning a father's passing i must admit to a little envy, for my own father and i were estranged for years before he died. Good for you for being part of the two it takes, and my very best to you and Mom.

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    mulch52_ | Nov 15, 2001 01:03am | #33

    *James,I am so sorry. Prayers heading your way.Liz

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    Mr._Pita | Nov 15, 2001 01:07am | #34

    *James,Your father, you, and your family will all be in my prayers. I hope that you are able to find some comfort in the trying times ahead. I am so sorry for your loss.

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    JohnD_ | Nov 15, 2001 01:58am | #35

    *Your father sounds like he must have been a very interesting person. Could you tell us a little about what he taught you? And maybe HOW he taught you?As with the others, my prayers go to you.

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    Bob_Walker | Nov 15, 2001 02:32am | #36

    *James,You and your family are in my prayers.The loss of a father is a painful experience. The pain will ease, however, leaving you with a life of memories of your father to cherish.May the Lord Bless you and keep you, and make his face shine upon you and yours in this time of grief and pain.Be sure to remember to rejoice all that you father was!Bob Walker

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    Gabe_Martel | Nov 15, 2001 02:41am | #37

    *These are always the hardest posts to write because they are also the most sincere. They are between one brother to another.My thoughts are with you brother James and your family.Gabe

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    phil_eves | Nov 15, 2001 03:16am | #38

    *Sorry for your loss, and best wishes. Hang in there, Phil & family.

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    Vincent_Carbone | Nov 15, 2001 03:27am | #39

    *James very sorry to hear about your dad. That's a tough one.But quick is best.Vince

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    lonecat | Nov 15, 2001 03:39am | #40

    *Me too.

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    Thomas_Cummings | Nov 15, 2001 03:40am | #41

    *James, I have read every post you have made to this board and therfore realize you are a man of great character. Now I know where you got it from. May God hold you in his hands as you grieve.Matthew Chapter 11 Verse 28 i "Come to Me, all who are heavy-laden, and I will give you rest."Thomas

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    Pro-Dek | Nov 15, 2001 03:52am | #42

    *So sorry to hear of your loss James.We will pray for you and your family.Bob & Barb

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    TLE_ | Nov 15, 2001 03:56am | #43

    *There is no good way to lose a loved one.He will continue live on in your heart and thoughts for the rest of your life. Years from now you will find yourself trying to explain him to some one and get frustrated that you can't communicate the real person that your father was. But you will spend the rest of that day remembering him, and that will feel good.Terry

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    RJT_ | Nov 15, 2001 05:27am | #44

    *Jim: you have my prayers and sympathies.

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    Novy_7 | Nov 15, 2001 05:53am | #45

    *James, A fair wind in your dad's sails Richard

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    Adrian_Wilson | Nov 15, 2001 05:56am | #46

    *My sympathies, James.

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    Mark_McDonnell | Nov 15, 2001 06:18am | #47

    *James,So very sorry to hear of the loss of your father.He most surely died a father proud of his son.My thoughts........

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    Ralph_Wicklund | Nov 15, 2001 07:03am | #48

    *James,Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family tonight.Ralph and Kathy

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    calvin_ | Nov 15, 2001 02:38pm | #49

    *Our condolences to you and your family.

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    Frank_Tate | Nov 15, 2001 04:05pm | #50

    *James,I wish I had words to help you bear the loss. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.The Tates

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    puddinsmama_ | Nov 15, 2001 04:39pm | #51

    *we will be thinking of you & your family - saying those words to your loved ones is so important - take care - mandy

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    Tesaje_ | Nov 15, 2001 05:46pm | #52

    *So sorry to hear of your sudden loss and glad you feel good about your relationship with him. Nothing can replace such a man. He sounded wonderful. You have my deepest sympathies.Mary

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    Cami_A | Nov 16, 2001 03:30am | #53

    *James-My thoughts are with you and your nearest and dearest. Camille

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    Ron_Budgell | Nov 16, 2001 03:45am | #54

    *You have my deepest sympathy, James, Be strong.Ron

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    Cooking_Monster | Nov 30, 2001 09:14pm | #55

    *I appologize for chiming in late. I'm just seeing this now.James and Sandra - My deepest sympathy for your losses. Know that your loved ones will live on in your hearts and your memories.

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    Adele_ | Nov 30, 2001 09:25pm | #56

    *James- I am so very sorry for you and yours loss. My thoughts are with you.Tearing up at work, yet again.

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    cam14 | Dec 01, 2001 01:14am | #57

    *James, I too am chiming in late. Just heard about this over at CT while we were discussing our automotive class. I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear Father - loosing a parent is very difficult. It sounds like you had a very loving relationship. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

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    MadMom_ | Dec 01, 2001 01:18am | #58

    *James - I just heard about this. My Dad passed away over eleven years ago, and I still miss him terribly. At least, though, the time comes when you can smile through the tears and remember all the good times you had. God be with you and your family.

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    Mer1 | Dec 01, 2001 06:49am | #59

    *James, we are all thinking about you and your family.Mer

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    blue_eyed_devil_ | Dec 02, 2001 08:09am | #60

    *James, you are lucky to have such a loving relationship with your father and mother. I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Your father's spirit now manifests itself in and through you.blue

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    Armin_ | Dec 03, 2001 05:58am | #61

    *James I'm sorry for your loss, seems like this has been a difficult year for you, hang in there and keep the faith, God bless you and the family.Armin

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    ChuckT_ | Dec 04, 2001 02:10am | #62

    *James, I'm sorry for your loss. When wonderful people are lost, I'm convinced that it's because they're needed for something more important, some divine project that only they can do. It's still difficult for those who are left behind. My heart goes out to you and your family.

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    Grasshopper_ | Dec 09, 2001 08:01pm | #63

    *Oh James, I am so, so sorry for your loss. I don't have the words but I have some prayers...I love what you said about visiting your dad every day, hugging him and telling him you love him. How incredibly precious you both had that. What a blessing, what a gift. I'm sorry.

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    Stan_Foster | Dec 09, 2001 08:10pm | #64

    *James: Our families thoughts and prayers to you.

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    Rich_Watkins | Dec 09, 2001 08:22pm | #65

    *James: Thank you for sharing your loss with us. My wife and I express our sincere condolences and send prayers your way.

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   James_DuHamel | Dec 09, 2001 08:22pm | #66

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   For those that pray, my family needs some right now.

   For those that do not pray, a thought or two is needed.

   For anyone else, a little mental support would be very much appreciated.

   Today my father died. He had a sudden heart attack at the front entrance of a Kroger supermarket, and died with my mother beside him, holding his hand.

   It has been a rough day, and tomorrow will be even harder. My mother, and the rest of our family are devastated. She lost her mate of over 40 years in the twinkling of an eye. Her only comfort is the fact that he died with her at his side, and she got to say goodbye to him.

   He was, without question, the greatest man I ever knew. He was my mentor, my teacher, my crutch, and my best friend. I already miss him dearly.

   I am thankful that the last words I ever spoke to him (yesterday afternoon) were "I love you". I said these words as I hugged him. I stopped at his house to see him almost every day. I am thankful that I spent so much time with him.

   Be sure the last words you say to your loved ones are those simple words "I love you". Their lives can be over, and your lives changed in the twinkling of an eye.

   Thanks for your help.

   James DuHamel