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It is a beautiful but sad day for me, here in Knoxville, Tn. At 7:30 last night on the 19th I got the call that my dad, Richard Grubb, had passed away. I know that this has nothing to do with Real Estate, however, it will or has come into everyones life. This fact of Death.

My mom, Hazel,  is almost 80 and Dad had turned 80 in March of this year! He had suffered from strokes and heart trouble for over 10 years but had only been in the Veterans Home for a little over two years. It is peaceful because being almost blind and not able to do anything for himself except eat, it has been hard to watch! The strokes had taken a toll on him and he has not been himself for a long time!

My brother and sister, and I are helping make arrangements since they were not pre-arranged, (wish they had been). This is a hard thing to do!

I am writing about this because, nobody talkes about death and it is really a part of life. My husband of Thirty years was killed in a car wreak, my nephew, at 28 was also, so our family is not imune from tradgedy.

I'm Glad I can say;" O Death where is your sting, O Grave where is your Victory"  I hope you can too!

 
Posted by Connie Case Realtor Knoxville Tn. on 05/20/2009 08:43 AM   Comments (34)  
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20
2009

Dear Connie,

I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Do be happy for the times you have shared with him.
9:13am • #1
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I will first say that I am so sorry to hear of your Father's passing. It is indeed a part of life that few like to think about, but in the end we will all have to deal with this some day. You will be in my thoughts Connie.
10:30am • #2
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Connie, my condolences to you and your family, sorry to hear about the loss of your father. It's because of JL post that I found your post. GB

 
11:17am • #3
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Hi Connie~  I am so sorry to hear about your dad's passing.  I know how difficult this must be for you.  I have lost my dad years ago and there is not one single day that goes by that I don't think of him.  Times helps heal wounds, but you never forget them.  To this day, I can hardly think about it without tears coming to my eyes! But the tears are different and sometimes I just have to cry to get the sadness out of my system for the moment. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.  You never stop missing him, but it does get easier in some ways. 
11:22am • #4
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death has touched many of us... and we can all relate.  It doesn't get any easier, or any better... just different, and you do learn how to navigate the new territory.

My sympathies, on the loss of your father.

 

If we're lucky... the people who pass through our lives will leave an impression on our hearts...
11:29am • #5

Connie,

I am so sorry about you Dad.  Cherish the good times always.

Hug your Mom from all of us at Activerain.
11:45am • #6
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Connie - I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
1:12pm • #7
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Connie...You and your family will be in my prayers.   It is a very hard thing to plan everything when you just need to clear the head.
1:50pm • #8
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Connie - I am sorry for your loss as well.  It does seem that you have a wonderful outlook, though.
3:18pm • #9
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Connie...

I am very sorry for your loss. Even at 80 years of age, death is a sad and sudden parting. I lost my parents some years ago, but they are still a big part of my life. After all, I am the man they made me.

God bless you!
3:50pm • #10
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Connie- I am so sorry to hear about your father.  After losing some close to me, I chose to look at life as a very short period of time and the after life as infinity.  Our time on earth is but a blink of an eye compared to that.
4:26pm • #11
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Connie --- so sorry about your Dad.  I have lost both my parents and it is never easy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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4:36pm • #12
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Connie:  This is my first stop by your blog, but nonetheless, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's death.  I lost mine about 13 years ago.  I know that phone call.  My thoughts are with you and your family.
5:02pm • #14
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Connie - I too found your blog through JL and stopped by to offer my sympathies.  That phone call is a hard one and I hope the days ahead will be cushioned by your loved ones.  Take care. 
10:46pm • #15

Connie

I am so sorry for your loss....May you continue to know that you and your family are in the thoughts and prayers of many of the ActiveRain community; may you be reminded of the good times and wonderful memories of a life well lived.

Love Peace & Prayers

Pat McGuire

BS-Accounting; Associate Broker; ABR; E-Pro; CDPE
11:36pm • #16
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Dear Connie, we all have been there and will be again, like you sad and with fond memories left to live with, my heart goes out to you and I will have you in my prayers specially today. Time will heal your wounds and you will be fine soon. Love and Peace to you and yours.

Antonio
11:47pm • #17
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Connie, it is always hard to lose a loved one.  So sorry for your loss.  I've been lucky that my parents are still very young (not that old age is the only way to go, but we can hope).  It would have been ideal if the arrangements were already made, but as with everything in life, you play with the cards you are dealt to the best of your ability.
11:55pm • #18
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Dear Lord, wrap your arms of love and comfort around our sister Connie and her family as they grieve the loss of their father and husband. Give them solace in knowing that You know what's best, and that he has passed from labor into rest, In Jesus' name, Amen.
5:55am • #19

Dear Connie,

May the peace that surpasses all understanding grace you and your family with its presence during this time of mourning. May his grace and mercy bless you while you grieve. I pray that the Holy Spirit will strengthen you and your family during this challenging time.

For those who believe, our hope lies in the faith of the healing power of Jesus Christ and the knowledge that your Father is now with Him who created him. His body has been restored to perfection, pain and suffering are no longer part of his life. Though we are sad to loose the ones we love, we can have joy knowing that we will be reunited one day in His Heavenly Kingdom.

Cast all of your troubles to Him and He will carry you through.
Skip Stamper
6:01am • #20

Hi Connie,  I am so very sorry to hear of your loss.  Please take comfort in the times you had and the moments you shared and know in your heart that your father will truly always be with you in your heart and soul.

These times are far from easy and while we are all in our own ways, grieving with you, there's really nothing any of us can say to take away the pain you're feeling right now.   Just know that we do, indeed, feel for you and wish you all the best.
9:22am • #21

I am sorry for your loss, the loss of loved ones, changes us forever as it sounds like you already know with the loss of your husband and nephew. you will be in my prayers
ginny herman
9:23am • #22
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Connie - My condolances for your loss.  Rest assured, while your father's physical body may have deteriorated, the time will come when you see him again and when you do, he'll be as he was when he was the happiest and healthiest.  Thank you for your post.
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I am glad you know that he has removed the sting of death.  But it still hurts.  There was a series of loss in our family some years back all close together that my grandmother referred to as "The years of Death."  As I write this I have prayed that the one who has removed the sting of death will overwhelm you with his peace and presence today. 
10:53am • #24
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Dear Connie - My heart goes out to you and your family.  I, too am glad I can say, "O death where is your sting, O grave where is your victory".  I pray for your family as you go through this difficult time.
11:03am • #25

This is a loss for you -- however it will make you stronger and because of this one day - you will be able to help someone else when they loose someone close to them.  Your father is in a better place and I know he is alot happier there.

Sincerely,

-Sheryl Robinson.
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11:34am • #26
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Dear Connie - I'd like to express my sympathy for your loss.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
11:49am • #27

Connie, May God bless you and be with you through this very difficult time for your family. Please know that our prayers and sympathies are with you.
12:42pm • #28
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Connie - sorry to hear of your loss.  It is difficult, no matter the age. I still think of my lost ones -- and while it is less sharp in the later years, it still is a sadness to bear.  I will be thinking of you.
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Sorry to hear of your loss, and it is never easy.I lost my Dad 20 years ago and I still miss him very much, we were very close.
12:49am • #30
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Hi Connie....It's never easy even if it is a relief.  Only time stops the hurting and longing, but even then can creep up when least expected ~ I know!  Peace be with you, it's Memorial weekend and I hope your memories are sweet......
7:14am • #31
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Connie I am very saddened by the loss of your father. I am always at a loss for words in situations such as this but please know I am truly sorry.
8:02am • #32
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Dear Connie,

Wishing you peace and warm memories.
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Connie - may God bless you and your family and give you the strength to cherish the memories.
1:39pm • #34
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Connie, My call came at 3:12 a.m., and after being the primary care taker of my mother for 10 years and knowing she was failing more each day it was a horrible time. We had talked about arrangments and she was ADAMENT that no one was to stand around her and cry, she wanted to be creamated and had specific requests for the remains-which we honored. It's only my sister and I, and we were together for several days crying, laughing, and remembering a most magnificent woman. I don't know if she knew it would be but her request was perfect for our family. I commend you and your son for your conversation and handeling of a tough topic. This is far to important of topic to be treated so standoffish as it is. Sorry this got so long~have a great day.
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