My father.....

Some of you are aware that my father has been in poor health for the last few years. I learned about the compassion of this community several years ago when I was still a newb and my father was going through heart surgery in Memphis, I was amazed by the outpouring of well wishers while I waited in the cardio ICU waiting room in Baptist at Memphis.

After another heart surgery yesterday, my father left us this morning at 10:20 a.m.. I am not sure I am still a fisherman. What will I do? I miss him already...............

Take your father fishing one more time...... Pretend it is the last time you get to fish with him. It may be. I have that. We single poled Grenada the Spring of 14. He said " Put your hook right there" like he always did........ he was usually right. He always was.

Christmas will never be the same......

Prayers sent for comfort and strength for you and your family. It will get better in time.......my Dad passed in 1981........I feel like he is still with me everytime I am in the boat. Memories last forever.

So sorry for your loss. I too have lost my father, 2004. With his 5 sons around him his last words were, 'This is the day I prepared you for'. It took awhile to realize the impact of those words. I have no doubt he still influences my decisions daily. I feel certain your father will as well.
Again, sorry for your loss.

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Originally Posted by "G"

Prayers sent for comfort and strength for you and your family. It will get better in time.......my Dad passed in 1981........I feel like he is still with me everytime I am in the boat. Memories last forever.

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Thank you G. It is going to be a long spring.....

So Sorry....Prayers are with you and your family. Lost my Father about 3 years ago and my brother a month ago. You just have to trust and have faith in the plan.

Prayers for you and family

Prayers lifted

Cherish those memories, they will always be with you. Prayers for you and your family.

So sorry for your loss. You're still a fisherman, you always will be. And so will your father. Stay strong. You'll fish together again some time in the future. We all will.

So sorry for your lost. Life itself will never be the same, but GOD will get you through this and your dad will be waiting on you when it's your time. A TRUELY sad time for you and yours on earth, but a celebration is going on in Heaven for your fathers arrival. GOD chose your father as His CHRISTmas gift.

Prayers Sent for you and your family. May GOD bless, comfort, and give you strength in this time of grieving.

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sorry to hear of your loss,prayers sent.

prayers sent for you and your family !!!

Prayers sent for you and your Family

So sorry for your loss. I too lost my dad a few years back during the holiday season. One thimg for sure is the family of crappie.com was there for me. It's been two yesrs now and I am just now to the point of really thinking about it. Your dad is in a much better place and isn't suffering anymore. God bless.

Prayers sent<br />
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Psalms 23--this one has gotten me through alot<br />
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The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You have anointed my head with oil; My cup overflows. Surely goodness and loving kindness will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.<br/>

I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. It is hard to lose a loved one any time of the year but when you lose one on or near a Holiday it cuts even harder, I know because I lost my dad on Fathers Day of 85. Let me tell you that over time the hole in your heart does tend to get smaller but the love for him grows even bigger.

Sounds like your farther has made a fisherman out of you, you should never stop fishing as he will be with you on each trip. Take what your father gave you and pass it along to others.

My Thoughts and Prayers will be with you all day today and every day to come.

I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my grandfather Christmas Day 1992. He was my best friend. I still think of him every Christmas.

I'm very sorry for your loss. He's gone to be with the man who was born on this day. Remember your dad every time you fish and he will be right there with you. Prayers sent for you and your family.

Sorry for your loss, prayers sent.

God bless you. I am sorry for your temporary loss of your Dad. When my Dad lay dieing, his mind would wander. We would watch as he talked to my uncle as if they were fishing. My uncle had passed 45 years before. But they were right there fishing in that room. Reason I tell you this, is so you know your Dad will still be fishing as he is waiting for you. And you better keep fishing, cause he is going to be getting better at it every day and waiting to out catch you the next time. Praying for you and yours.

You are the MAN/FISHERMAN you are because of your dad. That's what he wanted for you. My dad always supported my love of fishing and hunting. It took me awhile after he left this world for a better place to realize that when the tears would show up unexpectedly that they are tears of love not sorrow. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

So Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.

Merry Christmas Jay, our prayers are with you and your family.
I stopped fishing when my father-in-law was so sick, it was a mistake and selfish on my part. It broke my heart when he would ask me how the fish were biting so I just didn't go and would tell him I hadn't been. He longed for the day he was on the water whether it was Grenada lake or just a small pasture pond, didn't matter to him. He's been gone 10 years now and so many times throughout each year I fish spots that were OUR spots, a tear will roll down my cheek as I remember the setting we shared and treasure each and every one of those memories. It won't get easier it will just get different, a huge part of YOU is gone but what is left behind is a HUGE part of your dad. You and I fished around the Eagle's nest at Scuna and I remember you sharing with me what your dad always said about the Eagle's nest, his memories lives on through you, a totally awesome thing indeed.
Hang tuff man, if you need anything or just someone to talk to you got the number.
John

Thank you for your thoughts and prayers, gentlemen.

So sorry to hear. Prayers sent, wish I had more comforting words to send.

Sorry to hear this. My dad and I have just rekindled our love for fishing in the last 5 years. I have cherished every moment. May God's peace be with you.

So sorry to hear that. Mines been gone for over 20 years so I understand your pain

So very sorry to hear of your loss. Lifting prayers of peace and comfort for you and your family.

So sorry to hear. Prayers sent for you and your family. Fish in memory of him and he will be with you every trip. Follow your instincts even more now than ever. As he will still be leading the way.

I am so sorry about your Dad! Mine has been gone a long time and I still think of him often ... and smile. We will be praying for you and your family.

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family!All the things my dad taught me while he was alive still live inside me today! I will see him again someday if the Good Lord be willing!

So sorry for your loss. As time goes by, you will find him still fishing with you when you find yourself doing something the way he told you to do it. Almost feels like he is looking over your shoulder and he probably is.
Believe and trust in the Lord to see you through the rough spots.
Ray

Prayers sent . My dad has been passed 20 years this Feb. 12 . We shared as much time as possible hunting/fishing . Like you I felt like I could never enjoy hunting /fishing without him . Arthritis is taking a toll even with shots , but I am going along even today because I can hear his laughter , feel his sense of pride , and almost breath his presence every time I go out . It has been said that you are not complete until you lose someone that you love more than yourself . the lord bought you to it he will see you through it . I have two sons and someday we will part and the cycle will repeat again . With out the hurt the love is not there . Friend you are in my prayers .

Sorry for your loss. A prayer sent.

Sorry for your loss.

Just saw this, Jay...so sorry to hear it. There isn't much to say....I know it's tough. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. You have my number if you need anything. May God bless.

Sorry for your loss.
PTL for the hope we have in Christ