My father in law died tonight at 6:00. We were all there, holding his hands, and each others, as he peacefully slipped away. We circled his bed and told stories, and said prayers, and told him how much he was loved for several hours. He is at peace, and so are we, as he was struggling to hang on. What a difference a month makes. I am once again reminded to cherish every second. He loved to grow roses, and always brought me a few...this was one called Abraham Lincoln and it was his favorite. I never could convince him that PINK roses were the best, as he loved them all. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers...my love to you all.
I am so, so sorry for your loss. How wonderful that you shared a love of roses.
Posted by: Nancy S. | February 18, 2011 at 08:53 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. It sounds like he was surrounded by love.
What a beautiful rose. And beautiful that you shared a love of roses.
Posted by: Renee | February 18, 2011 at 11:09 PM
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Big hugs.
Posted by: Bridget | February 18, 2011 at 11:53 PM
I'm sorry about your Father in law. How wonderful that he was surrounded by the people he loved.
Posted by: Mary Ann | February 19, 2011 at 01:32 AM
Prayers to you and your family.....so very sorry...(
Posted by: Gail | February 19, 2011 at 02:08 AM
I'm so very sorry, Suzanne.
xo
Claudia
Posted by: Claudia | February 19, 2011 at 06:19 AM
I'm so very sorry for your loss, Suzanne. And I am so grateful for the love in your family that I know he felt as he slipped away.
Posted by: holly abston | February 19, 2011 at 09:18 AM
So sorry for your loss Suzanne... Will be keeping you and yours in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs,
Posted by: LindaSonia | February 19, 2011 at 09:58 AM
suzanne, you and your family are in my prayers. i find it so poignant that at this time of loss you are also planning a new beginning with elizabeth's wedding. such is the fabric of life. my condolences to you all.
♥karla
Posted by: karla | February 19, 2011 at 10:12 AM
I'm so sorry for your family's loss. It's so sweet that you shared a love for roses...now when you see an Abraham Lincoln it will be like getting a little heavenly hug from him.
Sending prayers for your family.
Posted by: Samantha | February 19, 2011 at 10:54 AM
I'm sorry, Suzanne. Losing someone you love and who loves you is always hard. Prayers for peace and comfort for you all.
Posted by: Lorrie | February 19, 2011 at 04:32 PM
Suzanne,
may peace be with you and your family at this most difficult time.
the angels are singing!!
Evelyn
Posted by: www.google.com/accounts/o8/id?id=AItOawkr3IMW8EHDceVdfuUA699EzKUeytfBblY | February 19, 2011 at 05:06 PM
Hello Suzanne,
I am sitting here reading this with tearful eyes, as it brought back memories of my own beloved father in law who we lost 27 yrs ago. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. How wonderful you shared a love for roses. It was nice that you all were by his side when he slipped away.
Hugs,
Debbie from NJ
Posted by: Debbie | February 19, 2011 at 06:14 PM
So glad your family could help ease his way to heaven. My family circled my mom as she drew her last breaths, and the peace was so evident on her face. She was only 56, it has been 22 years this February. I take comfort in knowing she is with God, and it was an honor to be there for her. You are in my prayers...
Posted by: san | February 19, 2011 at 08:25 PM
Cherished Memories
Posted by: Vick Cotnoir | February 20, 2011 at 04:00 PM
Once you get to a quieter place, you certainly will smile at all the love. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Posted by: SuZeQ | February 20, 2011 at 08:00 PM
So sorry for your loss, but thank you for sharing the Abraham Lincoln rose. My elderly father also grew roses and this was one of his favorites, a really true red rose. Bless you.
Posted by: Sheila | February 20, 2011 at 08:27 PM
Thinking of you and your family during this sad time!
Posted by: kana | February 20, 2011 at 08:35 PM
Suzanne, My thoughts and prayers to you and your family! And to celebrate a life well lived by your father in law, who loved roses! Blessings to you sweet friend!
Posted by: Julie B. | February 21, 2011 at 12:32 PM
Wishing you peace in the days to come. I lost my father-in-law in April, and we too were blessed that his children and wife of 69 years could be at his side as he slipped from this life to the next. May your days be filled with sweet memories along with the sorrow.
Laura
http://lauranell.com
Posted by: Laura Nell | February 24, 2011 at 10:54 AM
I'm sorry to hear about your father in law's passing. You are in my prayers, Suzanne.
Posted by: Jessica at Kids Napping? I'm Scrapping! | February 24, 2011 at 12:57 PM
i'm so sorry, Suzanne. For his sake, I am glad he was able to let go. After so many years, fils's feel like fathers. I know I will be very sad when I loose mine. Sending you a big, big hug.
Posted by: Susan Reaney | March 05, 2011 at 05:46 PM