Big ouch Pard, the pain usually eases with time. What you said about him reminds me of my Dad. I hate being and orphan and was blessed with good parents. I am sure you have many good memories to cherish and share with others. The pain God allows us to feel is often relative to the amount of love we had for the one who has passed.

Lord please comfort this man and his loved ones and thanks for always being there for us.