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Title: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: Snake on Mon 21/03/2011 01:53:35
After nearly four years of dealing with cancer, my stepfather passed away yesterday.

We were lucky to have him around as long as he was, since, we were told he only had a year at the most.

Seeing him last summer I was sure he wouldn't make it to Thanksgiving, but luckily we had him for not only Thanksgiving, but Christmas as well.

I am going to miss him :'(
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: LRH on Mon 21/03/2011 02:20:20
Sorry to hear about that, Snake. :(
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: Darth Mandarb on Mon 21/03/2011 02:37:57
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Sorry for your loss my friend.
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Post by: Guybrush Nosehair on Mon 21/03/2011 02:54:06
My deepest condolences to you and your family...
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: Dualnames on Mon 21/03/2011 05:48:32
Thomas, my deepest condolences. I lost my grandfather lately with cancer, so I feel for you deeply. Having known you a bit as I do, he was lucky to have you around as well.

Dualnames hugs Snake
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: Moresco on Mon 21/03/2011 06:58:58
Sorry to hear that, Snake.  I lost my father to cancer, as well as a few friends.  It's hard, and only gets easier with time....hang in there.
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: Nikolas on Mon 21/03/2011 08:10:53
My condolences snake. I am very lucky to still have both my parents and my parents in law, but I do know how it feels to lose someone you love.

I don't know if this sounds a bit bad, but at least you knew it was coming and you had time to settle with it.

May he live in your heart and mind forever.
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Post by: arj0n on Mon 21/03/2011 08:49:10
My condolences Snake.
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Post by: Wyz on Mon 21/03/2011 12:27:07
My deepest condolences Tom. I have seen from close by what cancer can do when my next-door neighbour passed recently, yes it sucks. Try to remember him as you knew him and know that he will live on in the memories of all of you. My thoughts will go out to you and your family.
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Post by: Ponch on Mon 21/03/2011 15:00:48
My condolences, Snake.
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Post by: Stupot on Mon 21/03/2011 15:55:46
Deepest sympathies, Snake  :(
It can't be easy for you.
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Post by: Shane 'ProgZmax' Stevens on Mon 21/03/2011 16:08:47
I'm sorry to hear about that, Snake.  But at least you had more time with him than expected, and hopefully it allowed everyone to come to better terms with his loss.  Often it's when you lose someone in an instant that the pain and confusion last longer, and I write that from personal experience.
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Post by: Atelier on Mon 21/03/2011 16:13:58
Sorry to hear about that :(
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Post by: Matti on Mon 21/03/2011 17:40:26
I know what it's like, I lost my father two years ago, too, thanks to cancer.

My sympathies.
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Post by: Ryan Timothy B on Mon 21/03/2011 21:17:03
Sorry for your loss.

And honestly, I'd prefer to lose a loved one in a much quicker fashion (heart attack). If you watch and care for them for several years while they struggle to survive, it'll make it that much harder to remember them for who they are. Instead you'll remember who they became. It can become a burden, and no one wants that responsibility or hardship for their loved ones or children.
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: straydogstrut on Mon 21/03/2011 22:09:49
My thoughts are with you and your family Snake. Just know that you are not alone.

My uncle died of cancer and my sister's father in law too. It's a horrible, painful way to lose someone. Losing my uncle was hard because I saw him change from the happy, strong man I knew as a child, but I cherish the good times I had with him. There will be good days and bad, all you can do is be thankful for the time you had together.
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: Tabata on Mon 21/03/2011 22:48:23
It's very hard loosing someone beloved. Take your time for mourning and slowly you'll be able to look back, seeing more and more of the nicer memories and at last you can remember them it with a little smile.

sincere condolences
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Post by: Baron on Tue 22/03/2011 01:19:50
Sorry, man.
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: Snake on Tue 22/03/2011 14:20:31
Thank you for your kind words, everyone.

I've been sitting here wondering what to write to express my gratitude for this community, but I am drawing a blank - much like I do when I sit down to work on Leitor's Edge :P

So I will just leave it as, "Thank you and I appreciate all of you" :)

Now get back to work.
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: voh on Tue 22/03/2011 16:00:28
I wanted to respond but I didn't get much farther than the same 'I lost my grandfather to cancer and therefore I sort of kinda maybe understand how much that sucks, so my most honest condolences for your loss', but felt that that would be a bit empty.

Now, however, I wish to offer that sentiment anyway, because I feel like I should...

Much strength to you and your family!
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Post by: tzachs on Tue 22/03/2011 17:04:09
That's very sad to hear.  :'(
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Post by: noavana on Tue 22/03/2011 22:41:29
Just saw this now.
I'm very sorry to hear.
my condolences  :(
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: Joseph DiPerla on Tue 22/03/2011 23:13:41
Sorry Snake to hear about your step-dad. If you are a religious person, I would recommend trying to find comfort in the words found in John 5:25-29 and Job 14:13-15.
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: mode7 on Wed 23/03/2011 00:02:54
My condolences too, Snake
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Post by: LimpingFish on Wed 23/03/2011 00:09:22
My own father had a similar battle with cancer some years back, which he also lost.

My condolences, Snake.
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Post by: Mouth for war on Wed 23/03/2011 10:18:16
Sorry to hear that snake :( I completely understand what you're going through. I lost my mom 10 years ago...in CANCER...I hate that f*****g disease!!!!
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: Squinky on Sat 02/04/2011 00:22:13
Bro, I'm sorry. Sucks ass.

Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: Stee on Sat 02/04/2011 23:32:42
Sorry to hear that mate.

All the best to you and yours.
Title: Re: My Stepfather has passed away
Post by: EKM on Thu 07/04/2011 21:00:39
Sorry to hear about your stepfather's passing. I hate cancer. I know a lot of people that have passed away because of it. Be strong, keep inspiring with your games.