I had made a post yesterday about it being my Uncle Perk's birthday and how it would be his last and how he would likely die within the next few days. Little did I know at the time I made the post that I would be getting a call just about 3 hours later.
Just after 8pm last night my cousin Shelly called to let me know that Mike, her brother, had called her a few minutes before to let her know that their dad was gone, Uncle Perk got the call to go on home. Shelly and I talked briefly and she let me know she is at peace, as am I.
It's our own selfishness that makes us cry because we want that person here with us. But, all of us in the family know that death is a part of life, our family has experienced many deaths and too many at a young age so when someone lives as long as Uncle Perk did then it is something to celebrate. In my mind I could see Uncle Perk walking up to the pearly gates and saying something like "Son of a bitch it's a lot brighter here than I thought it would be". I know he is there with family members who have been waiting for him, who wait for us all.
Since I had posted about my uncle I thought I should make a post about him passing. I would like to thank everyone for their comments not only here but also on Facebook. Per his request there will be no funeral services, just a cremation and I think that is just fine and dandy as we all were able to spend time with him over the weekend and say our last "I love you" while he was still on this earth to hear it and ya can't ask for much more than that.
Two lovely posts Shirley, so happy you were able to say goodbye, sending hugs
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Praying for comfort for you and your family!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for the loss of your uncle. He sounds like he was a wonderful man.
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Sounds like he left with all the love his heart could hold.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you got that time to say your goodbyes Shirley. We got to say our goodbyes too before my husband passed. And you are right, when someone lives as long as your Uncle Perk, that is truly a blessing to be celebrated. I hope he passed as peacefully as my husband did. You paid a wonderful tribute to an amazing man. Hugs, Brenda
ReplyDeleteShirley, I am saddened to hear about the loss of someone so special to you. I know he will live forever in your heart.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry. But also glad that he didn't linger and suffer. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Betty, Theresa and the rest of the family. He will be greatly missed.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteThank you for letting us know. Keeping your family and friends in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteHugs for peace and comfort as your mourn the loss but the celebrate the life of your dear uncle Perk.
ReplyDeleteso sorry to hear of your uncle passing.
ReplyDeleteMay Uncle Perk rest in peace.
You and your family are in my prayers.
So sorry for your loss. Your Uncle Perk sounded a lot like my father who was also a mechanic, very quiet, was the smartest man I knew, taught me a few things about cars, we both loved baseball - St. Louis Cardinals etc. When I first moved out on my own, I was barely struggling to make ends meet but I was determined to do so even if I had to skip a couple of days eating during the week. My dad showed up one night about 9:00 p.m. with a hamburger, fries and a coke from McDonalds and then bought me groceries that week. I miss him so, just like I know you miss your Uncle Perk. My dad would have been 94 this coming July. These men were part of the greatest generation that ever lived. My prayers go out to you and your family during this time of loss. Thank you for sharing your Uncle Perk's story.
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So sorry for your loss Shirley, but I'm happy that you had a special time with him to tell him you loved him and to say goodbye. Prayers for comfort.
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Okie (Shirley) - Just wanted to say I am sorry for your and your family's loss of your Uncle Perk. It sounds like he was a wonderful man and filled in for you as a 2nd dad after you lost yours. I hope you all find comfort in the warm and loving memories that you have of him. Prays for you all in this time of sorrow.
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