My Grandpa finally passed last night after 3 days of struggling to breathe....my sister had just readjusted him, and had told him if he saw 'the light' that it was ok to go into it...she then left the room for just a moment when my cousin's little girl, Kalista who was standing in the doorway, said 'Oh he just opened his eyes!' not realizing she had just witnessed his passing. She is 11, so it was a bit upsetting for her once she realized he was gone, but my Grandma told her she had actually been given a blessing as she saw 'Bupa' enter into Heaven. I have a feeling he had waited for Kalista to come see him before he left as she was his little angel...I am so thankful to God that he has taken my Grandpa up to Heaven, no more pain, no more struggle, and what an incredible gift to allow him to come home to die, surrounded by so many people who loved him...it's how any one of us would want to pass I'm sure...he will be so greatly missed. (my Grandparents were married 63 years...he was 87.)Thank you for all the warm messages, they are a true comfort. God bless!~Lara
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Lara...May God be with you this very day and comfort you and your family. I can only hope and pray to have 33 more years with my hubby.
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Warmly,
Rebecca
Dear Lara,
ReplyDeleteSorry for your loss. Your Grandpa was surrounded by lots of love in his passing and I am sure that was a comfort. Hold each other close and take of each other in this tender time.
Much love,
Natalie
Beautiful story.
ReplyDeleteI was Blessed to be at the passing of both my Mom and my Dad, and I think Kalista will one day realize the Gift that she was given to be able to witness your grandfather's journey to Heaven.
So beautiful that after 63 years of marriage he was able to be home with his wife and family.
I'm so glad your sweet grandpa got to be with you all as he went to God. You are lucky to have had that time!
ReplyDeleteHugs and prayers, Lisa
So sorry for your loss Lara, as you said it is comforting to know that he is in Heaven and not in pain. Lots of love to you.
ReplyDeleteOh, Lara. I am so sorry for your loss. May a healing angel's wings enfold you, holding you close during this difficult time. Sending love and comfort. Peace be with your grandpa.
ReplyDeleteIt is always more difficult for those of us left to deal with the loss of a loved one than for the person who enters heavens gates. It is a comfort to KNOW that your Grandpa is in heaven.
ReplyDeleteCheri
www.itssoverycheri.blogspot.com
Dear Lara,
ReplyDeleteI was going to tell you in my last comment that death is like birth... but I thought it was not the time. But now you know. It really is...One nurses a loved one out of this life just as one gives birth. It is an everlasting cycle and one never really does die...I know you will miss your grandpa. Don't forget when you see love, when you feel love, like when you paint, he will be there...
xox's
Thank you all so very much, your messages have been just so beautiful and touching to read...my Grandfather will be given a military burial this Wednesday...I am so grateful that they are doing this for him as he was always so proud to have served this country and it will be such a wonderful tribute for our family and my Grandma.God bless!
ReplyDeleteYour family is in my prayers....XXX Annelies
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with you and your family. You have my sympathy. I hope your Grandma hangs in there, it has to be so tough for her to lose the love of her life after all these years. They're lucky they had so much time together.
ReplyDeleteYou have my sincerest condolences upon your Grandfather's passing. How very sweet that he is now at peace and rest and has no more suffering. Sometimes I think our loved ones are just waiting for us to give them permission to leave when they are on the brink of death like that. It is lovely that your Grandfather was in the presence of loved ones when he did pass.
ReplyDeleteSo very, very sorry for your loss Lara.
ReplyDeleteYou and your family are in my thoughts ♥
So sorry to hear about your Grandpa. I lost mine when I was 8 months pregnant with his first great grandchild. That is a neat story though. Your paintings are really amazing too. Nice to "meet" you.
ReplyDeleteThanks for follwing my blog - i'm excited to get to know your blog a bit better.
ReplyDeleteI lost my grandpa in January - and share the same feelings of beauty in death that you do - I am sorry for your loss, and know you will share a lifetime of memories with your family as I do, too.
Warmest wishes from California....there is such peace knowing our grandfathers are in Heaven!
my thoughts are with you and your family in this difficult time. i'm sending the warmest of wishes your way.
ReplyDeleteHi Lara, I am so sorry for your loss, grandpar's are so special, I lost mine when I was 15 & still know he is with me, I know your Grandpa will be at peace watching over you all. Your memories will always be there I can see my Grandpar still in my head & though he was a very quiet man he was still special to me I feel your loss & send my best wishes. Elaine
ReplyDeleteI'm very sorry to hear of the passing of your grandfather, but it is so good to know he is in heaven, and you can all be at peace with that. Bless you and your family in this time of loss.
ReplyDeleteBoth my grandfathers died before I was born, so you have been very blessed to have your grandpa around for so long.
Take care,
K
So sorry, but your words are so true.
ReplyDeleteHi Lara,
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to read about Grandpas passing.
I will pray for you and your family.
It's very nice to find your wonderful blog!
Your paintings are amazing. You have a remarkable talent. I did not realize you had a blog or I would have been by to visit much sooner. Thank you very much for following along on mine. I really appreciate it.
Take Care, ~Warmly, Melissa
Thank you, I am so very grateful he was able to not only be with loved ones in his final hours but SO many grandchildren, cousins, etc. etc. who could not be here still called and were able to whisper their goodbyes...heartbreaking for sure and the next couple of days will not be easy, but I am just so thankful to God that my 'Bupa' is no longer in pain...thank you everyone, you truly have touched my heart and helped lift my spirits a bit!God bless!:o)
ReplyDeletemy prayers and positive thoughts out to you.
ReplyDeleteThis was beautiful, Lara! Thanks for all of your encouragement as I will be facing this in the near future. XO
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry Anne, the only thing that will get you through it all is the support from family & friends, but chin up for now! xxoo :)
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