We lost our dad in June. He was 92 and fiercely independent. He chose to live in the log home he built with his own two hands. We are heartbroken yet also realize that he died the way he wanted to.
Our mother was a widow with two young children when she met my dad. He took us as a package deal, which was a lot for a man of 25! Our brother came along later.
Ona and Gib
Yes. Those were their names! No other couple could claim that!
Dad had a sense of humor, was warm and loving, and really cared about the three of us. Dad, you will be missed!!
I’m very sorry for your loss. It sounds like he was a good man, I hope you find comfort in your memories of him.
Comment by Anne C. — July 8, 2024 @ 12:28 pm
So very sorry for your loss.
Comment by Elaine in NYC — July 8, 2024 @ 1:00 pm
So sorry you have lost your really special dad. How lucky you were to have had him.
Comment by Chloe — July 8, 2024 @ 2:18 pm
Please feel my virtual hugs coming to you both, Susan and Sally! I am so sorry to hear of your loss, but 92, what a wonderful life he must have had and he had you two, very special ladies and daughters for sure.
Comment by Penny — July 8, 2024 @ 7:31 pm
Condolences on your loss.
It’s a stressful and busy time.
Glad you have memories and also each other.
Comment by Lisa R-R — July 8, 2024 @ 8:59 pm
I’m so sorry for your loss. He sounds like a good man.
Comment by Pam — July 9, 2024 @ 12:56 am
Sounds like your dad was a strong man with an adventurous spirit.
Comment by Robin — July 9, 2024 @ 2:20 am
So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. But how great that he was able to live out his life on his terms, and he definitely hit the jackpot when it comes to daughters!
Comment by Wendy — July 9, 2024 @ 5:54 am
So sorry to read of your dad’s passing. My thoughts are with you & your families.
Comment by Samina — July 9, 2024 @ 11:29 am
So sorry to hear of your loss. It’s always hard to lose a parent. Sounds like an amazing man to take a family of 3 at age 25! Hope you find comfort in your memories.
Comment by Amy — July 9, 2024 @ 6:03 pm
I’m so sorry for your loss!
Comment by Matilda — July 9, 2024 @ 8:55 pm
My condolences to you both. This is always a hard loss, and my thoughts are with you.
Comment by Annie — July 9, 2024 @ 11:14 pm
My dad passed in May. He was 93. Like your dad, he got to leave on his own terms. I miss hearing his voice and seeing his wide smile. Hugs to us all.
Comment by Sue — July 11, 2024 @ 11:28 am
I feel your pain – HUGS to you both! I lost my mom at age 95 – may memories of your dad (and mom) sustain you. He lived a long life on his terms, it sounds like. Cheers to him!
Comment by Sherry B — July 25, 2024 @ 7:30 am
So sorry for your loss. It’s so hard to lose a parent.
Comment by Sue — July 27, 2024 @ 12:59 am
I’ve been out of the knitting loop for a couple of months and have only just seen your post. Susan and Sally I’m so sorry about the loss of your dad. He sounds like a wonderful man, how lucky your mom was to find him and for him to find your ready made family. You all enriched each other’s lives.
Warm condolences to you both.
Pru
Comment by Pru Klein — September 25, 2024 @ 3:46 pm