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Planning for death of father?

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Glad you are taking the proper measures. I can't be of much help, but good luck with it

edit: posted before I saw the update, sorry :/
 
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Just thought I'd give a quick update.. My father passed away on May 13th. Laid to rest yesterday at the national cemetery near Santa Nella. Been a crazy couple of weeks but much of the advice above helped a lot, so thank you.

Not a cloud in the sky yesterday. RIP dad.
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My condolences to you and your mother for your loss. 🙁
 
I lost my grandfather a couple of years ago, was the most painful experience of my life. (I'm the oldest grandchild, and grandpa was pretty much my role model and hero all my life.) Anyhow, his health had been going down hill for a while, he wasn't nearly as sharp as he once was, and his memory was totally shot, and we all knew it was coming any day. We thought we were prepared, but when the day came, the reality of the situation hit everybody like a freight train running over an ant colony. Every day since then has been slightly less horrible, but I sure as hell miss the old man more than I ever thought possible. I can't imagine the torment my grandmother has dealt with over the last few years! The world is a darker place.

Anyhow, I hope you make the best of what time your dad has left. Be there for your mom, and be strong, especially when you feel weak.
 
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
I found that, in a lot of ways, my dad is still around. Not as a ghost, but through my memories of him. If I'm pondering a decision, I'll often think about him and how he would have handled the situation. No, it's not as good as really having him here (I wish he could see his grandkids). But it's something. It helps.
Also, if his passing hasn't hit you yet, it will. Let those feelings happen. It's important to grieve.
 
Teared up reading this thread again. My thoughts are with you. A lot of people here know exactly what you're going through.
 
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