Bereavement
Related: About this forumMy uncle died this evening.
I don't know why I'm posting this except that he was a truly good man and the last of my grandmother's eight children. He lived a good and long life and I will miss him.
niyad
(118,041 posts)huggggggs, and know that your DU family is here for you.
LoisB
(8,014 posts)It means a lot. I always look for your posts.
lisa58
(5,774 posts)Having special memories of special people has always been how I have dealt with loss. Knowing he was a truly good man is a beautiful start. You certainly loved him enough to let us know about him. Thank you
LoisB
(8,014 posts)I don't know why I'm crying. I am usually very pragmatic about death. He called me LoLo.
lisa58
(5,774 posts)Its a beautiful thing
Deuxcents
(18,509 posts)A good long life is a beautiful way to remember and celebrate all the time you have spent with him. My condolences 🌺
I must honor him by celebrating his life not mourning his death.
calimary
(83,450 posts)Sounds like he left warmth in your heart. Youll keep that for life.
LoisB
(8,014 posts)I strive to be as pure of heart as he was. I often fail but he never did.
mahina
(18,650 posts)Wishing comfort to you and Peace to him
LoisB
(8,014 posts)He lived at peace and I have no doubt The Universe has welcomed him into the higher echelon of the "good ones".
George McGovern
(5,945 posts)LoisB
(8,014 posts)He had a very quiet strength. Never raised his voice in anger but went through life quietly getting things done. One day I hope to be just like him.
RestoreAmerica2020
(3,454 posts)LoisB
(8,014 posts)I appreciate it.
StevieM
(10,527 posts)LoisB
(8,014 posts)I appreciate it.
Randomthought
(877 posts)A beloved uncle is another father, it's hard. My very sincere condolences.
LoisB
(8,014 posts)I appreciate your condolences.
livetohike
(22,682 posts)with such good memories. May your memories and the stories youll tell always comfort you .
LoisB
(8,014 posts)Chainfire
(17,757 posts)LoisB
(8,014 posts)Thank you so much.
XanaDUer2
(12,693 posts)LoisB
(8,014 posts)How are YOU doing?
LoisB
(8,014 posts)OAITW r.2.0
(27,116 posts)And tonight it is your turn to be sad and remember the wonderful things that you will remember him for.
LoisB
(8,014 posts)Thank you. You are very wise.
OAITW r.2.0
(27,116 posts)It's the human condition. Sorry for your loss.
LoisB
(8,014 posts)Your words were very much appreciated.
BeyondGeography
(39,818 posts)It hurts. Deeply.
RIP Uncle. I am truly sorry for your loss.