Going to a funeral tomorrow.

Longtrang

Longtrang

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I just had to tell someone. My father died this last Christmas rather suddenly. It was a car crash; mom was with him, almost lost both of my parents that day. We had to wait to have the funeral until now because mom was so banged up from the crash she would have not been able to attend earlier. She had to have reconstructive surgery on her face, broken hip, broken femur, broken wrist and 4 broken ribs. The only thing I am grateful for is that it was quick and my son was not with them. Dad had a diabetic stroke while driving, had it happened the day before I may have had to burry my son as well. So Gods angels must have been looking out for the little guy. Life is not fare; Dad had been retired for only 2 months before the accident. Never had a chance to enjoy his retirement. After 29 years in the Navy (E-9) including a tour in Viet Nam, 12 years as a Newport News Police officer and 5 years as the director of security for USAA no one deserved a break more than he did. He was a far better man than I can ever claim to be. Dad had an opportunity in his prime to be a Navy Seal (he ran the Seal's swim school) but he decided not to for no other reason than he didn't want to hurt people. He helped his entire life without ever taking one. Wayne Rilliet II was the nicest guy you would ever meet. So tomorrow I am going to pay my last respects to the man who knew me best and who's only fault was caring for everyone else more than himself. Thanks for listening.
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1947-2009
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Lost my dad back in 97 due to complications from alzhiemers(sp?). Its really tough for the first year - can't imagine going thru that with your mom in such bad shape as well. one day at a time - it will get better. The one thing I am always thankful for were all the good memories of my father - it helps.
 
stevewest said:
Lost my dad back in 97 due to complications from alzhiemers(sp?). Its really tough for the first year - can't imagine going thru that with your mom in such bad shape as well. one day at a time - it will get better. The one thing I am always thankful for were all the good memories of my father - it helps.
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Even though it has been 4 months it still does not even seem real to me yet. Bouncing in and out of the country so much hasn't helped.
 
Condolences on your loss.
Hope your mom makes a full recovery.
Prayers for all concerned.
 
I offer you my deepest condolences. I am so very sorry for your loss. I will pray for you and your Mom.
 
Sorry to hear about your parents LT.
Your dad sounds like he was a great man...

Smoke going up from Oregon
 
Condolences for your loss. Smoke and prayers up from Ann Arbor.

AJ
 
Your father sounded like a model to others. You must feel proud to be his son. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
 
Wow what a story my friend. I am glad your son was not involved in the accident. I lost my father a little over two years ago, and it still is hard at times. I had hoped to watch him grow old and crotchety. My deepest sympathies.

SB
 
Longtrang,
Deepest condolences. Sorry to here about your father. Will pray for your family. Good to get it out, stay strong and god bless.
 
Longtrang,
I didn't see this thread until just now. My deepest sympathies. I will hit my knees and say a prayer for him, your mom, you, and the rest of his loved ones. Hang in there my friend.
 
You have my deepest sympathies and I'll say some prayers for you and yours tonight. Hang in there.
 
Thanks for all the support, we released his ashes over the ocean on Thursday. Yesterday was the official service. Wish more of his Navy and Police buddies could have made it down but I understand, it was unusual circumstances. The service was nice, dad would have liked it. My mother is doing much better physically, about 98% healed.
 
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Longtrang,I just came across this thread.

Please accept my deepest condolences.Your Dad sounded like a great man.
 
You get two chances to have a good father son relationship, sounds like you are one for one. Now it's up to you to make sure that you do the best you can with your son just like your Dad did with you. Condolences on your loss.
 
Sorry to hear about your Dad, hopefully things are better for your mom, I lost my dad when I was 15, I'm happy for the 15 years I had but my dad never met my wife or daughter at least you'll have those memories and that's what carries us through the hard times.

Peace and Love brother and I'll keep your family in my thoughts.
 
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

I wish your mom a fast recovery.
 
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