I am very sad to report that our friend Cerenkov's father passed away yesterday after a long battle with COPD. Cerenkov was a very devoted son and has been taking care of his dad for the last 10 years. May the memories of his dad comfort him during this very sad times.
It depends on where you live. The Variety Club is in some major cities - it's a charity that supports disabled children and youths. They could always use a wheelchair to give to a kid who can't afford one.
Sorry about the loss of your father. How old was he? Hopefully you got there in time to say goodbye and thank him for all he had done, perhaps even sacrificed, for your benefit, and most important to tell him you love him.
Hey C - just thinking about you today and hoping you're doing okay. Take care and I hope to see you posting again soon. FYI: I am open to all smart aleck remarks or one liners and will even pretend that degrees make people smarter then those without.
I'm sorry for your loss. Donations to any veteran's support organization are always appreciated. AMVETs and the like. Again, I'm terribly sorry for your loss.
Does anyone have a suggested charity where I can donate Dad's wheelchair? It's only 6 months old.
Hi Cerenkov- I don't know if anyone already mentioned this, but a house of worship or a nursing home/rehab center might be interested. I took one of my (disabled) aunts to visit a family member who was in a rehab facility, and they had wheelchairs at the front door for our use.
Cerenkov - I am heart broken for you. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Moments before our walk that afternoon, I realized the path ended too soon. Not long enough to hold his hand, this amazing person, this loving man. Not long enough to engage his eyes and remember his always brimming with pride. Not long enough to stand by his side, as he was by mine after every rough tide. Not long enough to laugh with him still, after every bad joke, after every tough hill. Not long enough to walk with this man, who has taught me to be the person I am. Not long enough as we walked by his wife, to thank them both for my wonderful life. In all the walks I’ve taken in my life, first as a boy and now as a man, I’ll remember that walk I took with my father and always wish it could have been longer.
Heartfelt condolences to you Cerenkov and your family. May you surround each other in shared grief to give comfort and strength as you walk through this season of life.
Cerenkov, I am new to NewsTalkers and have noticed you about and close. I recently experienced the death of a dear one to COPD after an enduring battle and set of challenges: This is my way of offering a song of sorrow, relief, and triumphant:
Have I given anything today?
Have I helped some needy soul along the way?
From the dawn til setting sun, have I wounded anyone?
Shall I weep for what I've done - O my Lord, today.
Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of your father... Losing your father is not something you "get over", and I know you will miss him, for the rest of your life. Much love to you! You and your family are in my prayers!
I'm so very sorry to read about your father's passing. I lost both of my parents in the past 3 years. May this poem comfort you as it has comforted me ...
Dear Friend Cerenkov: There is a time following the passing, memorial service, internment, and condolence call and card period when others move on with their lives.
For those left behind, time can hang heavy as they work through their emotions.
Know I am here for you and yours in such ways as you wish, respecting what is most dear to you.
I can be reached by private notes on this site.
Then through private emails, where such things best belong.
Meanwhile, may the memories of the good times, to values and acts of loving kindness of your dear Father bring consolation to you and yours.
May they inspire all of you to be for others what he was to you.
I spoke to Cerenkov and I know that his friends and the community would want to know this.
Thanks for all of the kind words. I appreciate it.
Does anyone have a suggested charity where I can donate Dad's wheelchair? It's only 6 months old.
This is one...
Also most vet groups would be happy to have a donation of a wheelchair.
The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) would be one to contact, I'm sure that there is one in Columbia.
Here's another organization. I can't remember if you're in N or S Carolina so I apologize is I guessed wrong.
Thank you both. I will look into it.
It depends on where you live. The Variety Club is in some major cities - it's a charity that supports disabled children and youths. They could always use a wheelchair to give to a kid who can't afford one.
Sorry about the loss of your father. How old was he? Hopefully you got there in time to say goodbye and thank him for all he had done, perhaps even sacrificed, for your benefit, and most important to tell him you love him.
He was 77. We talked before he passed.
Hey C - just thinking about you today and hoping you're doing okay. Take care and I hope to see you posting again soon. FYI: I am open to all smart aleck remarks or one liners and will even pretend that degrees make people smarter then those without.
I'm sorry for your loss. Donations to any veteran's support organization are always appreciated. AMVETs and the like. Again, I'm terribly sorry for your loss.
I'll remember that.
Hi Cerenkov- I don't know if anyone already mentioned this, but a house of worship or a nursing home/rehab center might be interested. I took one of my (disabled) aunts to visit a family member who was in a rehab facility, and they had wheelchairs at the front door for our use.
Very sad. Stay strong!
While i dont know him please pass my condolences to him and his family if you feel it is appropriate.
My sincerest condolences to the family.
Cerenkov - I am heart broken for you. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Moments before our walk that afternoon,
I realized the path ended too soon.
Not long enough to hold his hand,
this amazing person, this loving man.
Not long enough to engage his eyes
and remember his always brimming with pride.
Not long enough to stand by his side,
as he was by mine after every rough tide.
Not long enough to laugh with him still,
after every bad joke,
after every tough hill.
Not long enough to walk with this man,
who has taught me to be the person I am.
Not long enough as we walked by his wife,
to thank them both for my wonderful life.
In all the walks I’ve taken in my life,
first as a boy and now as a man,
I’ll remember that walk I took with my father
and always wish it could have been longer.
By Kelly Horn (though slightly altered)
My deepest condolences, Cerenkov.
My condolences to Cerenkov and family.
I'm sorry for your loss Cerenkov.
sorry for your loss
My sincere condolences to you and your family Cerenkov.
Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
My deepest condolences.
Cerenkov, take care and I am sorry for your loss. You and yours are in my thoughts.
Very sorry to hear. My condolences
Very sorry for your loss Cerenkov; peace to you and yours.
Wow, sorry to hear this Cerenkov; my thoughts will be with you.
My heartfelt condolences for the loss of your beloved Father, Cerenkov. There is nothing that can replace a beloved parent in our life.
May his Spirit find peace and comfort in the hands of the Creator as he moves on to the next steps in his own eternal journey.
Heartfelt condolences to you Cerenkov and your family. May you surround each other in shared grief to give comfort and strength as you walk through this season of life.
So sorry for your loss.
Cerenkov, I am new to NewsTalkers and have noticed you about and close. I recently experienced the death of a dear one to COPD after an enduring battle and set of challenges: This is my way of offering a song of sorrow, relief, and triumphant:
Have I given anything today?
Have I helped some needy soul along the way?
From the dawn til setting sun, have I wounded anyone?
Shall I weep for what I've done - O my Lord, today.
All today, all today, all today.
Have I helped some needed soul along the way?
Just to know I've done my best
When I go to take my rest,
Let my name be with the blessed
Not tomorrow, Lord, but today.
We shared words on this elsewhere on the site but I’d like to add my sympathy and condolences here as well to you and your family.
I'm truly sorry for the loss of your father, Cerenkov.
I'm sorry for your loss Cerenkov. Nothing can take the place of a parent.
Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of your father... Losing your father is not something you "get over", and I know you will miss him, for the rest of your life. Much love to you! You and your family are in my prayers!
Deepest sympathy to you, friend.
May the memory of your father be a blessing to you and all of yours.
Dear Cerenkov -
I'm so very sorry to read about your father's passing. I lost both of my parents in the past 3 years. May this poem comfort you as it has comforted me ...
My sincere condolences to Cerenkov and his family.
Dear Friend Cerenkov: There is a time following the passing, memorial service, internment, and condolence call and card period when others move on with their lives.
For those left behind, time can hang heavy as they work through their emotions.
Know I am here for you and yours in such ways as you wish, respecting what is most dear to you.
I can be reached by private notes on this site.
Then through private emails, where such things best belong.
Meanwhile, may the memories of the good times, to values and acts of loving kindness of your dear Father bring consolation to you and yours.
May they inspire all of you to be for others what he was to you.
Enoch.