My Dear Papa

tome

tome

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I was a product of his first attempt, and the only male born of a Norwegian dad and Enlgish mum.

Married again but financially shocked when twins appeared. On his wifes second pregnancy life dealt him another set.

All of us children get on like a house on fire.

He passed away in the early hours of Sunday and I miss him a lot. Heard the news as we locked into St Peter Port.

Can barely bring myself to talk about him in the past tense, but then again wetting myself thinking about some of his antics.

Best thing is that there was nothing left unsaid between us and I have nothing but great memories of my dear Papa.

Don't wait until it's too late

Tom
 
Sorry to hear that. My condolences at a very difficult time.

Bob
 
Sorry to hear that Tom and my thoughts are with you and your family.

It's great though that there was no "unfinished business" between you. It makes a great difference.

Sincerely,

John
 
Very sorry to hear that Tom.

My Dad died 12 years ago now and I am still chuckling at some of his sayings, and slowly watching myself turning in to him.
 
Sorry to hear of your loss. My Dad died in January, and I still forget that he's gone, sometimes, even though I was there at the time.
Best wishes for you and your family,
Dave
 
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nothing left unsaid between us and I have nothing but great memories of my dear Papa.

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celebrate his life, and this sad moment will pass more easily.

My commiserations.
 
Dad and I were good mates, and I miss him.
He loved my boat, but couldn't understand anything vaguely rag & stick, as he raced powerboats. I carry round various useful bits of his, keeps me minded of him.
He is the reason I have spent all the money on a new boat, as none of the male Dew clan have lasted to a good age. Thanks to him for the inspiration to buy the Jeanneau at least.

As others here have said, savour the memories best.


Jim
 
My condolences, I can only say I agree, dont leave it to long to talk, I did and only had two weeks to catch up with a lifetime with my dad in hospital, never forgive myself for my stubborness. Still hurts, even as I'm typing this.
 
Thanks all, much appreciated.

Guess we're all agreed about not leaving it too late to talk. He was very fond of a drop of whisky so I will perhaps indulge in a wee dram later, strictly out of respect you will all understand.
 
Like you born of a Norwegian father however a Scottish mother. Dad died 6 years ago but have nothing but the fondest memories of him. He was a real character and had a great zest for life.
He would have love my present boat but almost lived onboard the one prior to that. I would go down to the marina and find him holding court at his many coffee mornings and afternoons ( I had to supply the coffee ) nothing was to much trouble for him he did all the splicing and rope work for anybody who asked and would not take any reward, no if it was for a boat it had to be right and he was the man.
Very strong and kind fond memories of a lovely man.

Jim.
 
So sorry to hear of this, Tom. My father passed away some 6 years ago, and for many a long time afterwards, I continued to pick up the phone to call him before remembering he was no longer at the other end. Memories of the good times you had together will never fade.

Best wishes,

Mike
 
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