a 1-2 passing

[nostatic]

My dad passed away late last night. I didn't hear the phone but his wife called again this morning. Thankfully he passed quietly in his sleep though the last year had been rough. I previously wrote my thoughts here: http://forums.pelicanparts.com/off-topic-discussions/636780-autumn-moves-winter.html

Details will get sorted probably tomorrow (today seems to be a holiday for most) as he's already got a pre-paid funeral setup and there is a lawyer in charge of the trust. And in an odd and rather taxing coincidence my fiancee's mom passed yesterday late afternoon. She had been ill for some time and was in the hospital in Hong Kong.

None of this was unexpected. We went down to see him on Christmas day and he was able to say a few words but mostly he slept from the morphine. I talked with his wife every day after that as he wasn't able to talk on the phone any more.

It's funny because yesterday we went to the beach. It was near 80 and beautiful, and a bit of a swell was running. We hit the water but the kids went back in after about 15 minutes as it was fairly cold. I stayed out because the waves were decent and I was enjoying the fact that I was still able to do this. Riding a wave is a magic and timeless bit of chaos and joy that is here for but a moment and then passes.

God speed dad. 1925-2012

[emcon5]

I am very sorry for your loss.

[Z-man]

Todd - sad to hear this. I hope you and your family can find peace during these sad times.

Rest in peace, Mr. Nostatic Sr, and rest in peace to your fiancee's mom...

-Z-man.

[dennis in se pa]

Sorry to hear. Losing a friend is never easy, even when you know it is coming.

[Steve Viegas]

Godspeed to all and my sincerest condolences.

[futuresoptions]

Sorry for your loss Todd... Godspeed to your departed loved ones...

[craigster59]

Sorry for your loss Todd. Pass on condolences to Calvin and your fiancee. May this give you all peace of mind in the New Year knowing that they are no longer suffering.

[Dueller]

My thoughts are with you, Todd. Sorry for your loss.

[Rot 911]

Damn that is just tough news. As I get older I would like to think I could make sense of it all, but I just can't.

[Groesbeck Hurricane]

Todd,

Best wishes to your family from ours. God,s speed.

[onlycafe]

very sad news, stay strong todd.

[Noah930]

Todd, so sorry for you and your family's loss.

[tevake]

Sorry to hear this sad news Todd. Even when we see this coming there is no way to really prepare for this passing. Its good that you and your G F have each other to help with the transition.
Strength and best wishes to you both.

Aloha Richard

[Superman]

What Z-Man said. Condolences Mr. Nostatic, Sir.

[island911]

Originally Posted by futuresoptions

Sorry for your loss Todd... Godspeed to your departed loved ones...

+1

Losing a parent is a huge body-blow. --Maybe in slightly different ways for you and your fiancee. Stay strong.

[pwd72s]

Todd, My condolences.

[Halm]

Godspeed, Todd. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your fiancee.

[Hugh R]

So sorry to hear this. There is never a good time.

[azasadny]

Todd,
I'm so sorry for your loss. You're a good son and I'm sure your father was/is a fine man to have raised you and you have many happy memories together. Hold onto those...

[syncroid]

My condolences to you and the family. God speed.