My dad was a hobby knifemaker for 40 years. He passed away a week ago today and I am sitting here putting my final thoughts together for his memorial service. I have this knife he built for me 30 years ago sitting on the table as I look over my notes regarding what I plan to say about him tomorrow. As a preacher for over 30 years I have conducted over 200 funerals, but this is the toughest one thus far. We were the same kind of different. He built knives as a hobby and I built bows.
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Sad news and a wonderful keepsake. :pray:
Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I know how you feel. I lost my Dad when I was 16 years old. I still treasure my Buck 102 woodsman knife my Dad bought me when I was 12 years old.
My deepest condolences.
My condolences!!! Prayers up for you and yours!!!!!!
Bisch
Dads are real hard to let go.
So sorry for your loss.
Being a preacher myself I don't see how I could do that. My hat is off to you sir! What a wonderful thing to do for him. Remember all the good times!
Sorry to hear about your fathers passing. Losing a father is real tough. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Condolences to you
So sorry brother ...
So sorry you lost Dad.
I lost mom and dad a year apart.
I still cherish dads old hunting knife I carry.
I am very sorry for your loss. It is always so difficult to say "Goodbye" to your parents. Prayers are offered for your family.
Sorry for your loss.It can be a tough and introspective time when a man looses his dad.I felt a bit lost when my dad died for awhile
Maybe you could put some of the special mementos the 2 of you shared in the casket.
So sorry to hear about your Dad's ascension. I always carry "his" pocket folding knife with me, he gave it to me when I was 8, it was my Grandfather's. I cherish the memories of him, and know how hard it is for you right now. May God rest his soul and give you strength to forge ahead through this tough time.
My condolences May he rest in peace .
Sorry for your loss . . . I feel your pain. Lost my Father on Aug 18 at almost 92. He was my hero, hunting mentor and role model. Whitetail season is deeply special this year as I wander the forest trying to find a way to fill the hole . . .
My deepest condolences for the loss of your Dad. The most difficult day of my life was when I lost mine. Prayers.
The moments and smiles are gone..... But, the memories remain, brother.
Prayers for you and your family... :pray:
I'm very sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you & your family. My dad passed away earlier this year and I gave his eulogy, so I can somewhat sympathize with you. When my dad passed, us kids each got a little bit of his ashes. I sent a pinch off to Dick Roberston. He and Yote built me a new longbow and put those ashes into the build. Dad was a lifelong traditional bowhunter and I could think of no better way to honor him than to "take him" hunting with me. Again, my thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.
Condolences to you and your family. Treasure that very special knife.
Deno
I can relate to your loss after losing my dad. We had our differences certainly, but we had such great times hunting and fishing together.
It usually hits me hardest when walking back to the truck after the last hunt of the season. I sure miss him. It's kind of like a black hole in your existence that never gets filled.
But I do find consolation in the fact that he is in a far better place. No more pain, no more anxiety, after coming to peace with his maker.
Blessings to you, brother
3 years ago I had my dads 1966 white hunter knife redone by Puma in Germany.
Dads are the foundation our lives are built on.
Manny
Sorry to hear about your loss. My dad passed three years ago and there hasn't been a single day he doesn't cross my mind. I never feel closer to him than in the deer woods!
Deepest sympathies and prayers sent for family and friends
Thank you all for your kind sentiments!
I'm sorry for your loss.
My Dad passed June 2018 and as I get a bit older am realizing just how smart that old man was. Treasure the memories and mementos that you have. I have a 30-30 and an old bone handle folder that he carried.
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