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    Changed my avatar in honer of my Father

    I lost my father on Aug. 17th of a heart attack. He was 63. Dad spent over 40 years as a Master Plumber working out of local 22 here in Buffalo. He will be missed dearly by me and his family and friends. I thought I should post something to honer the man who made me who I am today. So I will raise a cold one to my Father and I hope that anyone that reads this will do the same. He would welcome you with open arms.

    Thanks Dad for everything

    Your son

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    Lost mine in August 3 years ago. I'll raise one with you and very sorry about your loss.

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    Sorry to hear of your loss. Here's a cold one to your father.

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    That's a wonderful sentiment. I still miss my dad very much. He passed away 3 years ago this December. I toast you for your sentiments for your dad and wish you and your family comfort in your grief.
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    Sorry to hear. I feel sorry for yall, my dad lives next door and we work together everyday. Hes a great man, I can only hope to learn a quarter of what hes forgot, I dont know what I would do without him.

    Sorry for your loss qwerty and the rest of yall that have lost your fathers.
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    I am sorry for your family's loss.
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    Qwerty,
    Sorry to hear about your father, Sympathies all around. I'll toast both of you next time I raise a glass.

    I lost my Dad in March of 2002 and it's still a bit difficult.

    Hang in there, He will always be with you in a life time of memories. That is the part that helps balance out the sorrow.

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    Quote Originally Posted by qwerty hvac View Post
    I lost my father on Aug. 17th of a heart attack. He was 63. Dad spent over 40 years as a Master Plumber working out of local 22 here in Buffalo. He will be missed dearly by me and his family and friends. I thought I should post something to honer the man who made me who I am today. So I will raise a cold one to my Father and I hope that anyone that reads this will do the same. He would welcome you with open arms.

    Thanks Dad for everything

    Your son

    Rob
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    I’m sure your dad would understand not drinking at 05:30 but rest assured the first one this evening is in his honor.

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    He looked like a proud blue collar worker like the rest of us. May he rest in peace.

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    Rob, I'm sorry for your loss.

    My Dad died 8 months ago...Christmas day. In time, the pain you're feeling

    becomes more tolerable. Going on with life; honoring His Name and accomplishments,

    as you are doing, is the best way!

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    I am sorry to hear of your loss. At my age I say, "There but for the will of God go I." I can only hope that my sons will have as much admiration for thier Dad as you have shown for yours. My condolences.

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    My condolences.

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    Quote Originally Posted by benncool View Post
    I am sorry to hear of your loss. At my age I say, "There but for the will of God go I." I can only hope that my sons will have as much admiration for thier Dad as you have shown for yours. My condolences.
    Benncool, I hope for the same thing.

    Qwerty,I am truly sorry for your loss. I have never met you, and I don't know you, but you posting this must mean that you really loved your dad.

    He's in a happy place now.

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    my old man is 72 and 20 ft away at his bench at the shop. 63 is heartbreakingly young. Is Bud light OK????? Will toast your pops tonite.
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    You have my sincerest condolences. I am raising one up right now in memory of your father. Remember, it will get better.

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    Every day on this earth is a gift.

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    My (66 yo) dad was takening from me in Jan of 2000 due to the big "C"...


    The "shock of his death" is gone but the emptiness is alive and well....

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    Rob,
    sorry about your Dad!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    I like how you changed your avatar!
    He will like that!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    You are luckty to have a great Dad and he a great Son!!!!!!!!

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    I just wanted to take the time to thank everyone for their kind words during this tough time. We had a beautiful memorial service for him today and I just could not believe how many people were there. Everyone said what a hard and dedicated worker he was and a great mentor. There were many people who I did not even know saying this which just blew me away. They also said he new how to party to and that was great to here also. Work hard and play harder was his motto. His laugh and smile were infectious, and that is what I will miss most from my Dad.
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    Twilli dad left in 95 and Twilli still misses him daily....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi3GgoLtlWk
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