We lost my father at 2:00 yesterday afternoon.
He was at home, surrounded by the people who love him.

Dr. G
July 22, 1929 - September 19, 2007

He was the most devoted husband and father anyone could hope for.  His passion for music was central to our lives, our soundtrack; Mozart, Schubert, Bach, Vivaldi.  Opera blared on those long drives to Rhode Island to see our grandparents when we were kids.  We teased and laughed at his ability to become completely consumed by his hobbies; golf, bridge, baking bread, photography and for the last 25 or so years of his life hybridizing rhododendrons.  He had the ability to become an expert in anything that caught his interest.  (Funny when I think now of how we teased, I recognize some of that same drive in myself and I thank him for that gift.)
Throughout it all, the most beautiful thing in his life was his utter devotion to my mother.
I love you dad.

Comments

[Shannon]

I am so sorry for your loss, but it sounds like you were truly blessed to have such a wonderful father! I hope you and your family find strength in each other and the sharing of memories.

[schrodinger]

My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. He sounds like he was a wonderful husband and father.

[Allegra]

I am very sorry for your loss. Many blessings.

[Ashley]

Kirsten, I'm so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.

[Stephanie]

My heart goes out to you and your family. It is so hard to lose a parent. There is nothing anyone can say to make it better. My thoughts are with you.

[michelle]

I'm so sorry for your loss. It's never easy, but what a peaceful way to go. My thoughts are with you and your family. Take care.

[~Kristie]

My thoughts are with you. I am so so sorry for your loss.

[Tammy]

What wonderful gifts he gave you. You and you're family are in my thoughts. Take care.

[Christy / Not Hip]

A great tribute (& a beautiful vest). I'll be thinking about you.

[Debi]

I'm sad for your loss and send thoughts of peace and comfort to you and yours.

[Kristi aka Fiber Fool]

Oh, I'm sooo sorry for your family's loss!

[Marianne]

I'm so sorry for your loss, wishing you and your family strength.

[Nora]

I'm so sorry Kirsten. x

[Jennie]

Kirsten, I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you for letting us in to share this moment with you and your family.

[Phoe]

I'm so very sorry for your family's loss.

[livnletlrn]

He looks and sounds like a wonderful (wonder-full!) and fascinating man. May the joyful memories bring your family peace.

[Petunia]

Thoughts are with you as you deal with your loss. I, too, lost my father on Sept 19, many years ago. The pain eases; the memories remain.

[Piglottie]

I usually just lurk and enjoy your wonderful patterns, but I had to comment today. I am so very sorry for your loss, and you and your family are in my thoughts. Your father sounded like a wonderful man who truly blessed his family.

[Christine]

Kristen, so sorry to hear about your dad, I can't imagine losing a parent, my thoughts are with you, but it sounds like you were blessed to have him for the time you did.

[Kathy]

I'm so sorry and am thiking of you.

[Sharon]

((HUGS)) to you and yours. You'll be in my thoughts today.

[Karen]

Oh Kirsten, I'm so sorry to hear the sad news. I can't begin to imagine how much you and your family are missing him. My thoughts are with you all.

[Dawn]

Ah, what a lovely tribute to your dad. That is a handsome photo, as well. I am sorry for the loss and for the heaviness in your heart right now. His spirit will continue to feed those he touched in life. Peace be with you and your family.

[Bobbi]

Through the sadness it's comforting to know that his gifts live on through you and your family. May those gifts keep him close to your heart throughout the future.

[Carole]

I am truly sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in your memories.