Dad is ready too go!! He is gone!!

Shawn Leonard · June 28, 2011, 08:53:00 PM

Guys my Dad is not good, hospice has come in and it is just a matter of a short time. I hope it is quick, I love him too much for him to suffer!! He has been my best friend my whole life! Please do whatever you do to wish him well and Thankyou, from him and I!! Shawn

4dogs · June 28, 2011, 09:37:00 PM

Prayers for comfort and peace

ronp · June 28, 2011, 09:41:00 PM

Shawn,
My thoughts and prayers are with your dad and you as well as with your family at this difficult time.

bayoulongbowman · June 28, 2011, 09:42:00 PM

Hey buddy , been awhile, been in ur shoes shawn . Its his time...prayers sent , mark

CoilSpring · June 29, 2011, 12:28:00 AM

Father God, may your will be done in these few moments between life and death. May your peace that passes all understanding flood this family with the warmth of your Love. Please give them strength to endure the present and wisdom with faith to see the future. Amen.

stringstretcher · June 29, 2011, 05:31:00 AM

Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family and for your Dad.

SlowBowke · June 29, 2011, 07:09:00 AM

I have been in your shoes and know the feelings you have. It is so hard to "want them to go" yet we know that our loved one's suffering will only depart by taking hold of God's hand and completing life as He intended.

Praying with you for a swift passage for your Dad to His caring hands!

Your Dad is not leaving you, but simply beating down the path for you, as he has all your life, so that you may follow when the good Lord decides it is time for you to reunite.

I think of, and often talk to, my own parents whom have gone on ahead years ago, on a weekly basis, and no one will ever convince me that they do not hear.

We WILL rejoice, all together again, as He has promised.

God Bless
Steve

Shawn Leonard · June 29, 2011, 07:48:00 AM

Steve that is beautiful!! Thankyou my friend. Thank all of you!! Shawn

Big Ed · June 29, 2011, 08:04:00 AM

Prayers for your father and your family. Please call me if you or Cindy need anything.

Shawn Leonard · June 29, 2011, 08:41:00 AM

The Bunny Hunt in 2013 will be a memorable one, we will do a tribute to Dad than, he passed at 7:50 this morning. Ed I will call you soon, sorry I have been out of touch for a while! Shawn

Doc Nock · June 29, 2011, 08:53:00 AM

Prayers for peace that passes all understanding for you and your family, Shawn.

My own father has had hospice visiting at the nursing home since February...then he rebounded, now he's crashing again...slowly...

I understand your opening sentiments so intensely right now...not wanting them to go, but not wanting the lingering and spiraling loss of dignity, participation in life...

He needs to be fed, pottied and every other basic human need in his bed, but he refuses to acknowledge that things are changing. He refuses to let me sell his power chair, because he's sure he'll be better "soon."

It puts a heavy weight when they aren't ready and won't accept... It's between him and the Lord at this point.

Those who pass on before always live in our hearts with their words and deeds. You mirror what you were taught as you reflect the lessons taught and learned to others.

You are a living tribute to your father!

Be at peace. Keep the Son in your eyes!

BenBow · June 29, 2011, 08:56:00 AM

Amen, prayers for comfort.

swampsSonny · June 29, 2011, 11:04:00 AM

Prayer's are sent Shawn take care and let me know if there's anything I can do for ya

GRAYBEARD · June 29, 2011, 11:51:00 AM

Holding you in prayer. Rejoice in his freedom in HIS presence!

Danny Rowan · June 29, 2011, 02:14:00 PM

He is in the LORD'S hands now Shawn, no more pain or suffering. He will always be with you. May GOD bless and keep him and give healing to you and yours.

Danny

Berube · June 29, 2011, 02:45:00 PM

Prayers for the family

Big Ed · June 29, 2011, 08:47:00 PM

Shawn, no need to apologize bud. Stay strong as your father would want you to. He will hunt with you everyday you go afield and fish the waters by your side. He now is at peace for he will not struggle for anything at anytime. You should be very proud for the Care and Kindness you gave your father through his health issues over the years. We could all only wish that our children can do the same for us, as you have done for your father. I am here for you if need be, Big Ed

PaPaFrank · June 29, 2011, 09:19:00 PM

Shawn,
My family and I will keep you and your family in our prayers. I am deeply sorry for your loss...

StoneAK · June 29, 2011, 09:31:00 PM

Shawn your family will be in our hearts and minds as we pray tonight. God Bless

Mamba · June 29, 2011, 09:53:00 PM

Shawn,
Sorry to hear the news, God blessed him with so much time together with you and Cindy though. Its not every day a man has such a loving son and daughter. I'll keep you in my prayers.
-pete