Monday, January 31, 2011

Papa Toot

Papa Toot, sitting in "his chair."
August 15, 1931 - January 29, 2011

My grandfather's character truly stood out in his last days of life, as he so sweetly never complained. He quietly passed away on Saturday after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. He was ready to go home.
I am in Virginia with my family for the next few days, so this week will be quiet on the blog-front. :)



P.S. Try New Adventures Thursday will be hosted by Sarah at Loved Like The Church this coming Thursday!
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Posted by Alicia at 5:13 PM
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16 comments:

  1. Sarah @ Loved Like the ChurchJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    *hugs* Praying for y'all this week! Glad you made it safely to Virginia.

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    Sorry to hear that. I'm sure he will be missed, but I also know how relieving it can be to know that he is no longer hurting. I lost 2 grandparents to cancer too. Prayers for comfort for your family.

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  3. ~katie~January 31, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    So sorry for your loss, Alicia. His smile is delightful. Praying for God's love and comfort to surround you and your family.

    Respectfully,
    Katie

    *Matthew 5:4*

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  4. CandiJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    So sorry to hear this. Draw comfort from Psalm 34:18. One of my favorite scriptures when I'm feeling sad about my granny.

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  5. MiriamJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    I am so sorry to hear about your Grandpa, and I know you are going to miss him and be glad that he is finally Home at the same time. May God give you extra peace at this time.

    (Would it be terribly rude to say YOU'RE IN VIRGINIA?!?!?! *squeeee!!!* - I'm terribly sorry for the reason you're here, though.)

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  6. Eos MomJanuary 31, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    I'm very sorry for your loss. (((HUGS)))

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  7. mandi@itscome2thisJanuary 31, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Praying for you this week Alicia!! And the weeks to come too.

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  8. KristiJanuary 31, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss! It was lovely to meet you this past week at Blissdom (thanks so much for coming up to me! I was so distracted most of the time that I forgot to look for people LOL)
    My thoughts are with you and your family!
    -Kristi
    @ Creative Kristi

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  9. Mary @ Giving Up On PerfectJanuary 31, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    Alicia, I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish I'd known when I saw you on Saturday. I would have given you an even bigger hug.

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  10. ohAmandaJanuary 31, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    Praying for you, Alicia. So glad we got to spend time together last week.

    (((hugs)))

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  11. The Saved QuarterFebruary 1, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    I'm sorry for your loss, and wish your family comfort with all the wonderful memories you made together.

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  12. AmelieFebruary 1, 2011 at 1:31 AM

    Love and my thoughts I send you from my heart to yours. Love Amelie

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  13. KelleyAnnie @ Over the ThresholdFebruary 1, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    Condolences for you and your family.

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  14. JackieFebruary 1, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Take care.

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  15. KimFebruary 1, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    I'm sorry for your loss. Blessings and hugs to your family.

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  16. Ammie @ domesticallyobsessed.comFebruary 2, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    Hey Alicia-so sorry to hear for your loss, my love. I lost my grandmother in September and it was a hard one. My thoughts and prayers are with you and you take all the time you need. Blogland will be here waiting when we all are ready to get back. Focus on what's important--your wonderful family.

    big big big hugs from the crazy icy NY area--

    Ammie

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