My Dad passed away..............

[Sendero_Man]

My dad, Dale, 69 years old, was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer on the 19th of March. Nothing they could do for him. Doctor gave him about 2 - 3 months to live, but things went fast. He had a tumor, the size of a baseball roughly, on his adrenal gland too. 7.1 cm's

I can only know he is in a better place now and not suffering anymore. I wanted to post this here because I have gotten a lot of support and reassurance from people here. It is funny how that happens... better than friends at home. Maybe it is easier to type in the shout box or send a PM than a call at home or stopping by to talk.

thanks all... I appreciate it more than words can say !

He passed away peacefully yesterday morning, April 11, at his home in Gillette. Thanks everyone for the support and prayers.

Picture of him in 1982.... a good time in his life on our ranch.

about 1962 or '63

 

[Cinch]

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Sorry for your loss, my friend.

 

[WPG]

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My condolences to you and your family.

 

[SurgeonPredator]

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Sorry to hear it, mate.

Requiescat in pace.

 

[JSTARSZ]

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it is always tough to lose a family member but to lose someone you truly respected and admired makes it that much tougher. My prayers are with you buddy.

 

[Dagsta]

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Sendero, lost my Dad a year and a half ago. I truly understand your loss and feel your pain. You are right though, that he is for sure in a better place and hurts no more.

Prayers to you and your family my friend.

 

[mdesign]

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Scott...words don't seem enough but I'm truly sorry for your lost. He was a young man at 69 and it is never time to see them go. When I saw the title of the post I was afraid it was you and I'm very sorry for your lost.

Time helps, I know from experience, but the loss is real and one can gain strength from the life lessons and experiences you shared together.

God's blessing and healing for you and your family!

 

[Queequeg]

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Sorry to hear SenderoMan. Life is too short for the good guys.

I read common sense and good humor in your posts and figure that came from someone of good character. Like the memories you have of your dad and his lessons to you, that doesn't die.

My condolences to you in this tough time, be well.

 

[EventHorizon]

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I'm sorry for your loss. I look to my own father for guidance as a man and hopefully one day when I become a dad myself.

It's good that you honour his memory.

 

[Strickland]

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I'm truly sorry SenderoMan...truly sorry...

 

[Maxwell]

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Sendero

Loosing a parent is very tough. Been there and done that as both my parents are long gone. I will add two thoughts. What he was sent to do on earth is now done. Second, I truly believe parents NEVER leave their children, they are not physically seen but they still watch.

Maxwell

 

[long range dogr]

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Sorry to hear that brother!

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

 

[Hatchie]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dagsta</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Sendero, lost my Dad a year and a half ago. I truly understand your loss and feel your pain. You are right though, that he is for sure in a better place and hurts no more.

Prayers to you and your family my friend. </div></div>
Lost mine Labor Day to pancreatic cancer. Glad it's over for him.

 

[black_ump]

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i didnt know about your dad being sick untill now... i pray for you now but would have prayed sooner if i would have knew about it sooner

 

[GoldenRod]

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Scott.....sorry for the loss to you and your family......I agree your dad is in a better place and is now at true peace. Our prayers are with you.

GoldenRod

 

[USMCj]

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Sorry for your loss brother! Lost my dad when I was 13, still miss him. My prayers are with you and family.

 

[7mmRM]

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Sorry for your loss, my friend... Prayers sent.

 

[Triman2008]

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Sorry to hear. Prays be with you and your family in this time of grieving. Truly sorry.

 

[427Cobra]

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I am sorry for your loss, prayers sent.

 

[Lt. Arclight]

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My deepest condolences. Truly sorry for your loss.

 

[guther]

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Sorry for your loss brother. It is so tough to lose your father. I know what it feels like. Time will heal hang in there. Prayers sent to you and your family.
Guther

 

[1943m1garand]

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Judging by the pictures he lived life more than most, and set a good example for his family. RIP.

 

[oneshot976]

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My condolences to you and your family.

 

[Ghogs Nightmare]

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Thoughts an prayers are with ya...hope to have mine for some time yet although have had some close calls. One of my best friends other than being Dad.

 

[Rhys]

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My condolences, didn't know until now. looking at that pic from the 80's I'm not sure but he looks familiar.

 

[shooter65]

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My condolences to you and your family.

 

[Krav69]

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Sendero, sorry for the immense loss.

Seemed like a helluva guy--we could use more people like him...and you!!!

 

[wnroscoe]

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I'm sorry for your loss. May god bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.

 

[quattrodoc]

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Sorry to hear it Sendero - deepest condolences to you and your family.

 

[I'm Hiding]

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So very sorry for your loss.

 

[Crazy Dog ll]

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Sorry to hear. My condolences to you and the family.

 

[308crosshairs]

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Truly sorry to learn passing of your Father. Time will heal, speaking from experience.

I bet your father enjoyed being on the ranch, judging from that picture!

 

[Niles Coyote]

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I send my condolences and prayers to you and your family.

 

[Parallax]

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My condolences to you and your family.

 

[ZLBubba]

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My condolences, man. Hang in there.

 

[LRS76251]

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I'm sorry to hear about your Dad Scott. You and your family will be in our prayers. Cancer truly sucks!!!! Your Dad is in a better place now.

Chad

 

[Adician]

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I'm truly sorry to hear of your loss. He sounds like he was a great man.

 

[elkkid3]

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Sorry to hear about your loss. Prayers to you and your family.

 

[Guest]

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My deepest and heartfelt condolences.
I hope you like what I did with the Army photo.
Wish I could do more.

 

[The Mechanic]

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Sorry about your loss Sendero. Lost my mom last year at 75. Makes you want to take care of yourself better so you can take care of the kids. Also it made me double my life insurance policy as the loss of a mother or father is made even worse when you have to make decision when you are in no condition to make decisions...

 

[Phil1]

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My condolences for your loss.

 

[Brownbear]

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Sendero_man,

I'm sorry for your lost. That is the hardest thing I'm sure anyone could endure is to lose a parent. I give my condolences to you and your family. We are here for you. Take care!

700P300

 

[Switchblade]

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You have our condolences. I have always told my Pop and his friends that when they were all gone that I could finally grow up because no one would be around to call me 'kiddo' anymore. I ain't too ready to grow up just yet.
Your Pop looked to be quite a guy and my guess is he made quite a son. He will always be there for you when you think of him, so let the great moments stay, and the bad ones will dim with time.

 

[FNARSHOOTER]

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Sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family.
Scot

 

[exmr2sw]

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Way too young to go.. Sorry for your loss.

 

[Bushmaster7]

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Scott, very sorry bro to hear of the loss of your father. I just lost my only younger sister to cancer right before Easter. I know how much it hurts but their suffering is indeed over and they are where we hope someday to be also. From your pics he looked to be a great and free American. God bless you and your family during this time. regards, Dale.

 

[Cheese]

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My deepest condolences.
I lost my father last year.
It still hurts....just not as much.

 

[M.P.]

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Sorry about your loss.

 

[yotefever]

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Sorry for your loss, I'll be praying for you and your family.

 

[Alaskaman11]

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Sorry to hear that, I lost my father almost the same way.