Thursday 18 August 2011

Vale my darling Dad

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Sweet Planetarians, I have some painful news to share with you. 

My darling Dad died at 5.25 pm yesterday with both his girls holding his hands and Mum hugging him.

He was a truly gracious gentleman, wise mentor, my moral compass, a steadfast friend to many, a great Hobartian and the best father a girl could hope to have.

He's now at rest, pain-free and ready to meet his loved ones who have gone before him.

Thankyou to you all for your love and support, especially over these past few gruelling months. 

I am also so grateful for the gorgeous and heart-warming emails which have been flooding in today. I am reading every one of them and am so grateful for your kindness. I will respond when the time is right. I hope you all understand.

Tomorrow I hope to finish writing his eulogy.

As I tackle the turbulent days ahead, I will be comforted by the compassion and love you have all shown me and be counting my blessings that I have you all in my life.
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82 comments:

  1. thinking of you and I'm sorry x

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  2. ohhh no sweet Jane i'm so sorry to hear about your loss,i know it's tough and very sad right now but trust me it does get easier in the later months:) my condolences to you and your family
    will be thinking of you this week and definitely sending you lots of love your way:)
    Luv & hugs Melli xox

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  3. Oh Jane, I am so sorry.....

    As I write I am thinking of the photo you recently shared of two of you....there aren't many things that could better what you have said about him than the words you have written above. He was clearly a wonderful father and a really lovely man. How fortunate you are....

    Thinking of you and your family at this time, take care and much love to you Xx

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  4. Your dear Dad has been a hero in this space as I'm sure he is in your heart.
    I am confident your words will do him justice and be so warmly received.
    Thinking of you.
    x

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  5. I'm so sorry, Jane. You have my deepest sympathy. I miss my dad so much, and I know and understand how you feel at this moment. Thinking of you.

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  6. Dearest Jane...I am so very sorry for your loss, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Xx

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  7. I am so sorry Jane.
    There are hugs and love coming to you from Belgium, as you face life without your darling Dad here.
    It is tough. It is crappy. It is immensely sad. I feel for you, I really do.
    love Rhi xxx

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  8. Darling girl I am so sorry. I cannot imagine your loss. xx

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  9. Jane, I send you my most sincere condolences during this time of mourning and rememberance. I pray you and your family are able to get through the next little while with strong hearts. Hugs!
    Love Momma J.

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  10. Dear Jane, I weep for you today. Your Dad was blessed to have you, as you were him. My deepest and most sincere thoughts are with each of you. Jane x

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  11. So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.

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  12. Aah Jane how utterly sad. When Dads go they leave such a gaping hole that can never be filled. I have big old tears for you and your family.

    Carry him in your heart.

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  13. Praying for you and your family as you walk this hard road. Be glad you managed this stage well for each other. Keep on being real together. (It's a long while since my Dad died, but I know how glad I was of other family members, as we managed each new day...) It sounds like you have lots of good memories to sustain you later on. God bless you all

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  14. My condolences to your family, Jane. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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  15. I'm so sorry, Jane. So sorry.

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  16. Dear Jane, it is hard to know what to say - the gaping hole left by your Dad must feel like an immense chasm. Hug your family close, and take comfort from each other. My thoughts are with you all.
    Amanda xoxo

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  17. So sorry to hear your sad news Jane. Thinking of you especially over the next few tough days x

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  18. It sounded very peaceful and calm and full of love. Thinking of you all...

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  19. Dear Jane, I am sorry for your loss. The world will feel raw and you will carry on. You need to take time to mourn, it is hard with little ones, but, you need to do it. For yourself and to help them move through this hard time aswell. My condolences and thoughts are with you. May you have a loving support around you and your family during this time of great pain. Hugs, Deb{(((())))}

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  20. I'm thinking of you all at this very difficult time. X

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  21. Oh Jane! Words fail me and would perhaps be of little comfort but please know you and your family are in my thoughts during this time of grief. xx

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  22. I'm so sorry Jane, love to you & your family xx

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  23. Oh Jane, I am so sorry. I hope our family finds some peace. You have so much strength and dignity. Carmelxo

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  24. So sorry to read your loss sweet Jane sending you big hugs xx

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  25. All my sympathies are with you Jane.

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  26. Sending you much love at this difficult time Jane. While a day won't go by that you won't think of your darling Dad, the pain will lessen in time xx

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  27. I was thinking about you last night, knowing that you'd be thinking hard about crafting your dad's eulogy. I know that it will be the tribute that you want it to be, a gift to him and to the others in his life who loved him like you did. Take care and wrap yourself in wonderful memories xx

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  28. When I saw Felicity's post for you yesterday I knew it must have been close. You and your beautiful family & Mum are in my thoughts today and I pray that the Lord will wrap His arms of peace and comfort around you today and for as long as you need them. How blessed you have been, to have been able to call your special father,'Dad'!

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  29. Oh gosh what do you say... I am speechless...

    You have been SO brave and good to yourself through this journey... Keep going.

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  30. Jane, you and your family are in my prayers. So so sad for your loss. You have brought honour to him in everything that you have shared on your blog, he was truly blessed to have a kind loving daughter and family as you are blessed to have had a terrific daddy. God bless, Fi xx

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  31. We are thinking of you and sending you light and strength.
    xoxoxo

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  32. I'm so sorry Jane. I am sending a great big virtual hug and so much love to you and your family.

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  33. So very sorry, Jane. Beautiful tribute words you've written here to honour your beautiful dad. Thinking of you and your family during this time. Big bear hugs. Paula xoxo

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  34. Dear Jane - My condolences. Never easy. Always sad. He lives on in you and his grandchildren. Remember that as the days go by. Much love to you at this difficult time - Deb xx

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  35. So sorry Jane, and although it must have been hard, It is very touching that your sister, your mother and yourself could be with him. Take some time for yourself.

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  36. I wish you love, hugs and the strength for remembering of all the happy memories of him you can possible manage. X

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  37. Can't stop thinking about you, sweetness. Your dad would be so proud of you right now. x

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  38. Wishing you well & you're in my thoughts, no need to repsond to our emails, we know you appreciate them & we love you, love Posie

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  39. Dear Jayne
    I'm so sorry for your loss.
    How beautiful for you all that you could be there and how this will help you heal.
    Your Dads journey ended with those he he loved the most.
    Il be thinking of you and hope you are ok.
    Chris

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  40. I'm just so sad for you jane. I remember wanting the world to stop and know what had happened when it was my mum. Be kind to yourself and just be there for your mum too. It gets easier, I promise! I will be thinking of youxxxxxxxxxxxx

    corriexxxx

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  41. With all my heart I wish I could make this time easier for you Precious.

    You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers,

    xx Felicity

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  42. Hello there Jane. I've just come to your Blog for the first time now and what a terribly sad time at that. I'm so sorry for your loss. I couldn't just pop by and leave without saying something. My thoughts are with you. We share some things in common and I will be joining you on the Apple Isle soon. Best wishes to you and your family.
    Mel xx

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  43. Jane, I'm thinking of you and your family at this sad time. Sending you strength to get through this next stage. Xx

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  44. Jane, thinking of you at this time. Sending you many hugs.xxx

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  45. So sorry to hear your sad news. thinking of you and the gorgeous Pixies and sending thoughts and cyber hugs your way. Take care XOX

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  46. So sorry Jane. Sending you love & hugs xx

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  47. I've nothing to add
    to my previous e-mails,
    except to say once again
    that I am keeping you
    close to my heart as
    you journey through these
    darkest days. As hard
    as it will be, I am
    absolutely certain that
    your eulogy will be
    perfect, because it will
    be done with love. And
    as one of our ministers
    says, "Anything done with
    love is done right." Holding
    your hand from across the
    globe....
    xx Suzanne

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  48. Hi Jane, so sorry to hear this. My best thoughts for you and your family and a very big hug (so it can arrive from so far away) from Buenos Aires.
    xxNadine

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  49. I am so so sorry. Please know how much I care and that you are in my thoughts. Take care beautiful lady. xoxo

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  50. Dearest Jane, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time, love always

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  51. Thinking of you & your family Jane, so sorry for such sadness in your lives xxx

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  52. Sweetest Jane, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Sending you hugs across the oceans! And I'm sure your eulogy will be nothing short of perfect. XOLaura

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  53. Dearest Jane

    My thoughts are with on this very sad day. Sending love and warm wishes your way xoxo

    Always Wendy

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  54. Dear Jane

    I am so very sorry for your loss.

    I'm sure your eulogy will be beautiful.

    Please take care.

    Kate
    x

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  55. Jane, I just heard of your news. I am deeply sorry for your family's loss. All my gentle hugs and love to you all xxxxx

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  56. So terribly sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family and wishing you strength and peace.
    xxAnnie

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  57. Dear Jane, thinking of you and sending big warm hugs your way. Best wishes to you and your family through this difficult time. Take care of you.
    Rebecca xo

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  58. Just want you to know that I've been thinking about you all weekend dear Jane. I wish I could make it better - I really do. Hang in there, because you'll get through these difficult weeks. If there is anything I can do, just say it. xx

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  59. Sorry to hear of this news.
    Love and thoughts to you and your family over the coming weeks and months.

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  60. So sorry for your loss, but joyful he was such a positive presence in your life and the lives he touched.

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  61. Hi Jane I am so sorry I never came by this weekend just wanted to send my best to you & your family my heart goes out to you & your family xxxx

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  62. I feel my darling Dad with me so often dear Jane & you will too....always. Loving thoughts to you at this most saddest of times.
    Millie xx

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  63. Oh Jane I'm just so sorry to hear your Dad has passed :-(
    Sending you much love and strength during this time. I hope you and your family are holding on to the beautiful memories that you created together. He would be so proud of you and all that you have achieved. Much love gorgeous xxx

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  64. So sorry for your loss dear Jane -
    Axx

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  65. Oh i am so sorry for your loss..what a lovely way to go though...with so much love around you...take care.
    Mxo

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  66. Thinking of you during this sad time Jane.

    Hugs xx

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  67. hi sweetie ... you know my heart goes out to you ... le xox

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  68. Just another little note to let you know I'm thinking of you everyday xo

    Always Wendy

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  69. Hope you're getting my emails lovely Janey...

    If I could wrap you in a hug I would....

    Melissa xxxxx

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  70. Dear Jane, I just read your post and am so sorry for your loss. My toughts are with you and your family. Stay strong my friend, you're loved. Big hugs! Tesca xxx.

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  71. Still thinking of you Jane. You are in my thoughts. What a wonderful father you had. You are so blessed to have had him. A-M xx

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  72. Oh my. Thankyou from the depths of my heart to you kind souls for these comforting and compassionate thoughts. I am blessed to have such support in this place we call Blogland. I feel wrapped up in your love from the world over. What angels you are. J x

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  73. Jane, I've only just read your sad news. How sad I am for you and your family. Take care and sending you a big warm hug. xx

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  74. Jane I am so, so sorry to hear your news. You've always expressed your love and admiration of your Father, and it is a terribly sad loss. Sending you lots of warm wishes. One foot in front of another. Take care. Sonia xx

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  75. Thanks, Anita and Sonia, you darlings. Most appreciated. J x

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  76. Condolences Jane, thinking of you. Take care. x

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  77. Jane, I am so very sorry. He is at peace now. I am thinking of you and your family take care xox

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  78. Thanks, LLCABT - I appreciate your kindness. J x

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  79. Dear Jane,
    Have just caught up on your dear dad's passing - take comfort that he is no longer suffering and is at peace - I'm sure he is so proud of you and all his family for the courage and caring you have shown.

    I experienced the loss of my dad in similar circumstances in 2000 - time does heal a little and keep thinking of the good times shared.

    Best wishes
    Christine xo

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  80. Just read your news and I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my dad ten years ago this October. It still hurts, a lot, but time does make it hurt a little less.
    Give yourself time and immerse yourself in your family, children have a great way of getting you through these things. xxx

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  81. Thankyou, Christine and Alison, you sweet souls. I really appreciate your compassion, empathy and advice. J x

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Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts, you gorgeous soul. You've just made my day! J x

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