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Posted by: seanery Apr 17 2005, 09:07 AM

Thank you all for your support during my dad's horrible disease. Yesterday morning he died. He only suffered for half a day. I'm happy that he didn't suffer long, he didn't deserve it. It seems very surreal at this point. I'm sure the funeral day will be a tough one. He was only 59.

Posted by: Part Pricer Apr 17 2005, 09:09 AM

May he rest in peace.

Posted by: azbill Apr 17 2005, 09:22 AM

My paryers are for you and your family. Your father is at peace now.

Posted by: Series9 Apr 17 2005, 09:26 AM

I'm sorry Sean.

Posted by: GWN7 Apr 17 2005, 09:35 AM

I'm sorry for your loss...

Posted by: kwales Apr 17 2005, 09:38 AM

Sean,

Sorry to hear about your dad.

Dad's are special people and their loss can hit you hard.

Take it a day at a time.

PM me if you want to talk to someone. I went through this about 3 years ago.

Take care,

Ken

Posted by: mikerose Apr 17 2005, 09:58 AM

QUOTE (azbill @ Apr 17 2005, 07:22 AM)

My paryers are for you and your family. Your father is at peace now.

Sean, I lost my Dad in 1977 Some Days I still feel the pain

Posted by: Brad Roberts Apr 17 2005, 10:00 AM

Sean,

I'm so sorry. I knew when we spoke on Friday evening that things didnt sound good. I cant offer much right now, but if there is ANYTHING any of us can help with please dont hesitate to ask.


Friday kicked my ass. The death of a grandparent for another friend Friday morning and news of grave illness resulting in death for another Friday evening.


May they rest in peace.


B

Posted by: Carl Apr 17 2005, 10:02 AM

I'm sorry for your loss, Sean. Thanks for your message.

Carl

Posted by: Headrage Apr 17 2005, 10:03 AM

I'm sorry to here of your loss. Our prayers go out for you.

Posted by: fiid Apr 17 2005, 10:09 AM

Sorry for your loss man. You and your family are in our thoughts. If theres anything we can do - let us know.

Posted by: Jeroen Apr 17 2005, 10:27 AM

Sean, I'm so sorry to hear this...
I don't have any soothing words, cause I know it won't change a thing about how you feel now
All I can say is: hang in there!
you're in our thoughts...

Jeroen, Christie and Zoey

Posted by: Gint Apr 17 2005, 10:28 AM

I'm relly sorry Sean. Let me know if I can help in any way.

Posted by: ! Apr 17 2005, 10:31 AM

Sorry to hear it.....not many of MY family are gone..yet....dreading it. Keep it steady.

Posted by: Hammer920 Apr 17 2005, 10:38 AM

Sorry to hear about your Dad. My condolences.

Posted by: ws91420 Apr 17 2005, 10:40 AM

Sorry to hear Sean. I too lost my father who was around that age. Chin up. He will always be with you in your heart and in the things you used to share together. Thats why I enjoy my 914 so much because my dad gave me the ability and knowledge to work on it myself and he is with me every time I do.

Posted by: VegasRacer Apr 17 2005, 10:40 AM

Sorry about your loss Sean.



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Posted by: Doug Leggins Apr 17 2005, 10:45 AM

Sorry to hear of your loss.

Posted by: markb Apr 17 2005, 11:02 AM

My heartfelt condolences. My Dad passed in 99 & left me an old rotted 914. I'd gotten completely out of working on cars until he left me that one. I still have plans to get that one rebuilt & back on the road. I have him to thank/blame for my obsession. I miss him every day & wish I could thank him, but I'm sure he knows. Hang in there, and remember the good stuff.

Posted by: jim912928 Apr 17 2005, 11:23 AM

Very sorry Sean. My sister-in-law died last year while waiting for a double lung transplant. She battled well for 4 years. Best thing we all can do is DESIGNATE OURSELVES AS ORGAN DONORS on our licenses. You never know when and how one can help others.

Posted by: jimtab Apr 17 2005, 11:24 AM

Sean, sorry to hear about your loss. What can be said? I guess since we all go, we can only hope we can focus on the life lived, not the life lost. I promise you it will be ok, it just won't ever be the same. Take care. Jim

Posted by: BarberDave Apr 17 2005, 11:45 AM

Sean:
Darlene and I are sorry for your loss. I lost my mom last July and Dad 12 yrs ago. I miss them every day. But remember they really live on thro you. So they are still here,just not in our physical presence.
God bless you and you family Dave

Posted by: 914 novice Apr 17 2005, 11:49 AM

Sean,
I am truly sorry to hear about your father.My only advice is that you spend some time with your dads friends and relatives before or after the funeral.My father lived with my uncle and aunt when he came to california.My cousins tell some wonderful stories of him that I Had never heard before.I cherish those stories .I think that when the time comes for my mother I am going to ask that people write me a letter with a uplifting story.It helped me to replace the images of when he was sick with the images of those peoples faces as they spoke of my father with obvious Love and respect.
You will be in my prayers,Paul

Posted by: JB 914 Apr 17 2005, 12:10 PM

Our Family will keep him and your family in our prayers.

Posted by: nine14cats Apr 17 2005, 01:06 PM

Sean,

Doris and I are sorry for your loss and you and your family will be in our prayers.

Bill P and Doris

Posted by: DNHunt Apr 17 2005, 01:06 PM

Sean I'm sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in my prayers.

Dave

Posted by: neo914-6 Apr 17 2005, 01:11 PM

Sorry Sean,

You have my support...

Posted by: Mrs. K Apr 17 2005, 01:22 PM

Sean,
I am so very sorry to hear about your dad's passing.
It is truly a very empty feeling when you first lose a parent!
Hang in there and know that he is not in pain anymore,
and is watching over you and your family.
God Bless!

Lisa

Posted by: Eric_Shea Apr 17 2005, 01:23 PM

Sean,

Very sorry to hear of your loss. Your father is well now. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Posted by: Lou W Apr 17 2005, 01:44 PM

Sean, Sorry to hear about the loss of your dad, 59 is awfully young. Take the time to remember the good times with him. It can be tough, I lost my dad in 1998. May God bless you and your family. Lou

Posted by: brant Apr 17 2005, 01:48 PM

Sean,

you have my support and I'm sorry for your loss.
let me know if there is anything I can do

brant

Posted by: Aaron Cox Apr 17 2005, 01:52 PM

Sean,

very sorry for your loss. remember him.
praying for you

Aaron

Posted by: rick 918-S Apr 17 2005, 02:25 PM

Sean,

Sorry to hear about this. you were lucky to have him your whole life. The things he taught you will and the memories you shared will be with you the rest of your life.

Posted by: Mueller Apr 17 2005, 02:29 PM

Hey Sean,

Sorry to hear about this, hang in there and cherish the good times you guys had.

Mike

Posted by: scottb Apr 17 2005, 02:38 PM

sean,

my condolences.... i lost my mom 10 years ago at age 59. too early.....

chin up and take help when it's offered. it sure helped me to have a friend to lean on at the time.

Posted by: ThinAir914 Apr 17 2005, 03:02 PM

My condolences. Whether it's 59, 99, or 76 it's always too early when it's someone you love. I'm waiting right now to see how long my 76-year-old father-in-law will last. He's been mentally gone for months, but his body isn't ready to give up yet. He's bed-ridden and it's tough watching him waste away, but I know when the end finally comes it will be even tougher because of the finality of it. We take solace in our faith that we will be reunited in God's presence, but it's still a very difficult thing.

I pray that you will indeed be able to celebrate his life and that this will be your lasting memory more so than his death. You and your family are in our prayers.

Posted by: STL914 Apr 17 2005, 03:59 PM

Sean, so soory to hear of your loss. My Dad passed when he was only 60. That fall, my first son was born. It's sad that they never had a change to know each other.

Posted by: watsonrx13 Apr 17 2005, 04:24 PM

Sean, sorry to hear about your loss.

Posted by: Qarl Apr 17 2005, 04:25 PM

Oh jeez... I don't know what to say except I'm sorry.

Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Kind regards,

Karl

Posted by: Brent Apr 17 2005, 04:42 PM

Hey Sean, so sorry to hear of your dads passing. My father passed away a year and a half ago at 67. He helped my buy my first 914 when I was 19, even though he was a lifetime Ford guy. He was just getting into the swing of a well earned retirement. I still have dreams were he is still there, and I can talk to him anytime. When I wake up I feel like calling him, but remember he is in a better place and probably helping me in my subconscience. This year, I started to Manage my sons Little League team, just as my dad did for me my whole childhood. Now my mom is ne of my closest friends, even though dad was always the favorite. Life is dynamic and change is sometimes a hidden beauty. Hang in there brother!
-Brent

Posted by: tat2dphreak Apr 17 2005, 04:48 PM

we are very sorry for your loss Sean, may your dad Rest in peace.

Posted by: echocanyons Apr 17 2005, 04:59 PM

COndolences to you and your family.

May your family pull through this loss

Posted by: guywan914 Apr 17 2005, 04:59 PM

Sorry for your loss sean, may your father rest in peace.

Posted by: horizontally-opposed Apr 17 2005, 06:36 PM

Sean,

Just saw this too, and am very sorry to hear of your loss. I am sure your dad was a great guy and am thankful his suffering was short -- but still saddened to know this is a time of mourning for you.

Pete

Posted by: lagunero Apr 17 2005, 06:40 PM

Very sorry to hear that Sean. May he rest in peace.

Posted by: rjkavanagh Apr 17 2005, 06:41 PM

Sorry to hear Sean.

Posted by: trekkor Apr 17 2005, 07:05 PM

May you find comfort from the scriptures.

Trekkor

Posted by: TimT Apr 17 2005, 07:18 PM

Sorry for you and your families loss

Posted by: carreraguy Apr 17 2005, 07:23 PM

Sorry to hear of your loss Sean; your dad passed at a very young age and that for sure does not make it any easier. I lost my dad a few years ago so I have an idea how you feel. Take care of your family and hang in there. It won't be easy but the small consolation is that you will still have all those great memories to cherish.

Posted by: itsa914 Apr 17 2005, 07:27 PM

Sean, I am so sorry hear this. I really enjoyed talking with your dad at both FFC. You and your family are in our prayers.

Posted by: boxstr Apr 17 2005, 07:45 PM

Sean I know your dad had a lot more hot rod projects that he wanted to get done. He was way to young. I have been through this rough patch with my mother and father. You are a strong person and i know you will come through this.
Craig C. Laughlin

Posted by: kafermeister Apr 17 2005, 08:42 PM

Sorry to hear about your dad Sean. My bro-in-law's father died yeasterday morning also.

Wow! 59. That's a bit young. It really scares me sometimes when I consider that my dad is 56 and I see folks his age passing on.

I know I'm not the closest member but if you need anything, let me know. I'm sure I can work something out.

Rick

Posted by: Pnambic Apr 17 2005, 09:08 PM

Yeah, my dad is 59 now. We had a scare a few years back when they thought he might have esophageal cancer. We got lucky and my dad completely changed his diet, and his way of life to stay healthy.

Leah and I give our most heartfelt condolences and I'd like to attend the memorial/funeral services with you if that's alright.

Posted by: Pugbug Apr 17 2005, 09:16 PM

My sympathy to you and your's Sean. I have lost both of my parents, so I have an idea what you are enduring right now. You'll get through it....but it's hard.
Larry

Posted by: ChrisReale Apr 18 2005, 12:38 AM

Im sorry Sean, I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts

Posted by: KaptKaos Apr 18 2005, 01:33 AM

Sean,

Our prayers and heartfelt condolences to you and yours.

- Joe & Family

Posted by: ablose58 Apr 18 2005, 01:51 AM

Sorry about your loss and sorrows,You and your family will be in my prayers

Posted by: Justin Fischer Apr 18 2005, 07:36 AM

I'm so sorry Sean....

Posted by: sjhowitson Apr 18 2005, 07:49 AM

Sean;

I am sorry for your loss. Your father is in a better place now. Our prayers ar with your family.

Posted by: SGB Apr 18 2005, 07:56 AM

He lives in your thoughts. Keep strong!

Posted by: SP9146 Apr 18 2005, 07:57 AM

Sean,
I said a prayer the other day and will say another one now. Hope you are doing OK.

Posted by: James Adams Apr 18 2005, 08:04 AM

Sean, I am so sorry about the loss of your father.

Once the reality sets in, don't feel obligated to "find closure" too quickly.

"Blessed are those who mourn." "Blessed are those who weep now for you will laugh."

These quotes are not given to lighten the hurt or deminish your feelings. The tunnel you have entered does not have a light at the other end - the memory of your father is with you forever. Mourning is not blessed because it's good. Rather, when we carry these wounds to God, there is comfort available that runs deeper, richer, and far more lasting than anything we can find by trying to bandage the pain.

You know you have the support of your family. You know you have the support of your friends here. Realize that you have the support of God. There is nothing that will cure your earthly hurt, but opening yourself to your heavenly Father when you are in great need can provide amazing fullness in your heart - leaving the memory of your father a highlight in your life, rather than a pain of omission.

Posted by: dekman Apr 18 2005, 08:04 AM

Sean, my condolences to you and your family. Sincerely, robert d.

Posted by: Curvie Roadlover Apr 18 2005, 08:04 AM

Sorry to hear about your loss, Sean. My dad passed away 2 years ago. A couple of months before he died, he asked me what, if any, changes would I like to make to my 914. I told him I wanted to replace the steel wheels with Fuchs. He said to go ahead and get the wheels and he'd pay for them. He said, you'll inherit what I have after I'm gone but I want to see you enjoy some of that before I go. I can't look at my car with out thinking of him.
Our prayers are with you.

Posted by: BMartin914 Apr 18 2005, 08:48 AM

So sorry to hear about your father Sean. My heart goes out to you and your family.

I lost my stepfather very suddenly at age 46 about 2 years ago. It was the hardest thing I have ever had to go through. I know your pain. Just remember that he will always be with you in sprit no matter where you are.

Posted by: morphenspectra Apr 18 2005, 09:03 AM

Sorry to hear of your loss.


Hiedi & James

Posted by: Scott Schroeder Apr 18 2005, 09:30 AM

Nothing but good thoughts to you and yours. My dad has become more of a freind over the past few years - I cant imagine losing him. It hurts to think about. He just turned 62.

I hope you are overwelmed by noithing but good memories and time spent with family.

Always the best -
S


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Posted by: hi ho silber Apr 18 2005, 09:47 AM

Sean, my condolences to you and your family.

Hang in there!

Sincerely,
Dave

Posted by: jfort Apr 18 2005, 10:00 AM

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, Sean.

Posted by: mikey Apr 18 2005, 12:38 PM

Sean,

My condolences to you and your family. I know the surreal feelings you're talking about. They will pass. Keep in mind that time heals everything, even this.

Posted by: SirAndy Apr 18 2005, 01:54 PM

Sean, i just saw this thread ...

that is sad news my friend, if you need anything, just let me know!
Andy

Posted by: roundboy914 Apr 18 2005, 01:58 PM

Sorry for your loss, and may your father rest in peace.

Posted by: aircooledboy Apr 18 2005, 01:59 PM

I am sorry Sean.

Try to dwell on the happy memories my friend.
Hope to see you soon.

Posted by: Engman Apr 18 2005, 02:36 PM

Sean - so very sorry to hear of your loss. I know how I felt when I lost my Dad and you were a lot closer to your dade than I was to mine. My prayers are with you.

Mark

Posted by: Lyressa Roberts Apr 18 2005, 02:40 PM

I'm so sorry to hear that. 59 is very young. God bless you and your family and my prayer are with you.

Posted by: Howard Apr 18 2005, 02:42 PM

Really tough year, Sean. Best wishes.

Posted by: plas76targa Apr 18 2005, 03:02 PM

Sean,

I too, just read this thread. My condolences to you and your family.

My mother passed away on Feb 2nd this year. For me, being there at the end was peaceful. But I still miss her and think of her often. Laughing at the times I was rightfully scolded as well as smiling at the times she praised me or supported me in life's endevours.

I hope our responses provide you the strength to get through this. You aren't alone and many of us care about you and each other. Keep your chin up. Regardless, life marches on we do get by.

Peace,

Posted by: Mark Henry Apr 18 2005, 05:34 PM

Sean, sorry to hear of your loss.

Mark, Kim, Elizabeth and Ethan

Posted by: seanery Apr 18 2005, 05:37 PM

Thank you all for your kindness and generosity.

I have info for this week's events.

Wednesday
4:30 pm - 8:00 pm - Viewing - Flanner & Buchannon Mortuary - Washington Park East http://www.washingtonparkcemetery.org/pages/WashPkEast.html

Thursday
9:30 am - Final Viewing - Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Fishers, IN http://www.hspgeist.org/
10:00 am - Mass
?? - Funeral Service at Washington Park Cemetery
?? - Lunch - Holy Spirit Catholic Church

Posted by: ein 6er Apr 18 2005, 05:40 PM

i too just saw this.

sean, i'm sorry for your loss. my deepest condolences to you and your family.

Posted by: Jenny Apr 18 2005, 05:56 PM

Sean, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. My dad means the world to me... I can't even begin to imagine what you're going through.

Take comfort in knowing that he's not suffering anymore. And be happy for him that he was surrounded by his family when he passed. Mourn his passing, to be sure, but don't forget to celebrate his life as well.

As always, we will be here for you if you need us. But most likely, you need to be with your family, and they need you. Don't stress about keeping us posted. We know you've got a lot going on, and we'll be here when you've got time for the club site again.

Jenny

Posted by: rhodyguy Apr 19 2005, 07:01 AM

sincerest condolences sean. the loss of your pops takes me back a few years to when mine passed away. we had come to terms as adults and were good friends. i'm sure you will cherrish the drive home when the two of you picked up whitey. everytime you consider selling it the memories will come back and you'll think "nope". perhaps any flower funding left over can go to the pulminary fibrosis foundation.

k

Posted by: Bruce Allert Apr 19 2005, 07:23 AM

QUOTE (seanery @ Apr 18 2005, 04:37 PM)

Thank you all for your kindness and generosity.

You reap what you sew...

My condolences Sean... I too know.

It's something we will all know at sometime in our lives.

Take care.

........b

Posted by: TC/914 Apr 19 2005, 09:04 AM

I'm so sad for you. It's a blessing that he wasn't in pain for a long time.

Take care of yourself, your Dad will remain in my prayers

TC