Bud, our good neighbor that lived in the home seen above (across the pond from our house) died last week. It was such a shock to read the obituaries and see his name. Our families weren't socially close and we weren't called upon his death - which wasn't expected - but we did come together to save and support our mutual pond, so we knew him more than just in passing.
When I last saw and spoke to him a few months ago, he looked so, well, vibrant. Tomorrow I'll call his widow and see if there's anything we can do for her. Of course, soup will be made and taken to their home and his memorial service will be attended...but I wish there was something more I could do for her, his ~Dolly~. It was a second marriage for both, and now Dolly is burying her second husband. This has to be so very difficult for her, but I know she has many children and grandchildren and hope that will ease her somewhat. But still...
Bud, if you're listening, God speed, good man. You will be missed!
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xoabb
expect anything!
So sorry to hear about your neighbor. It's wonderful that she has so much family to turn too.
ReplyDeleteAnd I've always loved that pond!
Always sad to know a friend has died. Even when not close, the shared memories and the sudden passing make us look at our own mortality. I know she will appreciate whatever you do...and that's all we can do sometimes. I pray for God to be with the family and with friends through this time. Your post is a lovely tribute.
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that...just walked by there, too. So sad.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear this, but love the photograph
ReplyDeleteSo sad. May he rest in peace, and may her memories bring her comfort.
ReplyDeleteThis is a brutal time of year to lose loved ones. I hope Dolly's surrounded by loved and loved ones right now. Glad you're aware and bringing soup.
ReplyDeleteHow sad that this had to happen at this time of the year.
ReplyDeleteIt is always difficult but when a death happens so close to the holidays it seems to be twice as hard.
Bear((( )))
I always feel like Forrest Gump - "Mama said death is part of living, but I wish it wasn't." As a nurse, and as someone with a huge extended family, I have had to deal with it often, and I don't get any better at it.
ReplyDeleteOh, poor Dolly. So sad.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure she will appreciate your reaching out to her.
ReplyDeleteSuch a hard time of the year too. My heart goes out to his family. But they are lucky to have people like you to comfort them. Bless you.
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