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Alzheimer's. Been a rough 4 months. Got kicked out of a place for "behavior" at 86 years old in a walker. Came to the point where no one would take him. They sent him out of state. I called over 40 homes. Finally found him a place nearby where they treated him like gold. Hospice took over a few days ago. The transition was a peaceful one.
He was a good dad. The best. He was married to my mom for 62 years. No college. 4 years in the Air Force during Korea and another 12 in reserves. 800 in his class at Lackland. 748 went to Korea. He and his twin brother were in the 52 that flew stateside for the most part. Was in with Johnny Cash. MOS was FE in a C-119. Supplied the building of the DEW line from Alaska to Greenland and Iceland. Flew into Gitmo supplying the troops during the Bay of Pigs. Had a distinguished career for 34 years with the Dept of Defense afterwards. He got to enjoy retirement for 20 years before the disease took over.
His compass always pointed True North. He always said, do the right thing and you'll always be able look at the guy in the mirror.
I am proud to be his son. I will miss him.
"A Republic, if you can keep it." ~ B. Franklin
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Very sorry about that.
Sounded like a fine fellow.
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Sad day, sorry for the loss of a good man.
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God bless and be with him. Amen.
Ecc 10:2
The heart of the wise inclines to the right, but that of a fool to the left.
A Nation which leaves God behind is soon left behind.
"The Lord never asked anyone to be a tax collector, lowyer, or Redskins fan".
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Condolences to you and your family.
"Maybe we're all happy."
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Very sorry for your loss. He does sound like a man to emulate and one that you are very proud of. I'm sure he was proud of you too. God bless.
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Sorry for your loss, he sounds like a good dad.
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A proud son is about the greatest honor that could bestowed upon any man.
RIP.
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Sorry man.
Sounds like he was a great man.
Screw you! I'm voting for Trump again!
Ecc 10:2
The heart of the wise inclines to the right, but that of a fool to the 24HCF.
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A proud son is about the greatest honor that could bestowed upon any man.
RIP. This^^^^ Condolences to you and your family.
and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God? (Micah 6:8) d.v. Musings on TDS
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CharlieFoxtrot ,
Sorry to hear of your Dads passing - may he rest in peace .
Prayers for you & family .
Mike
PRESIDENT TRUMP 2024/2028 !!!!!!!!!!
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The people wringing their hands over Trump's rhetoric don't know what time it is in America.
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My condolences to you and your family Charley.
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Very sorry to hear My Condolences
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Condolences and prayers for you and your family. Alzheimer's is a terrible affliction. Sad.
Someday I hope to be the person my dogs think I am . . .
The only true cost of having a dog is its death.
Someone once said "a nation of sheep will beget a government of wolves."
Shiloh Sharps . . . there is no substitute.
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Condolences and sorry for the loss to your family....
I've know a zillion guys who had a similar life story like your dad... military vets that served their nation and our citizens...
Never recall meeting one that wasn't someone to look up to and appreciate all they did,
not only for our country... but stand up people for their family, their community and fellow citizens...
I know he is with friends and loved ones, once again.. where they will forever be young, happy and know nothing but a peaceful and loving environment...
a Salute of Respect and appreciation to your dad for his service to our nation.
The nation has one less hero tonight among us...
"Minus the killings, Washington has one of the lowest crime rates in the Country" Marion Barry, Mayor of Wash DC
“Owning guns is not a right. If it were a right, it would be in the Constitution.” ~Alexandria Ocasio Cortez
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A proud son is about the greatest honor that could bestowed upon any man. Your insight gave me pause this evening. Thank you. You nailed it but forgot about a father's daughter. My condolences to you and your family, Charliefoxtrot.
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"I can't be canceled, because, I don't give a fuuck!"
--- Kid Rock 2022
Holocaust Deniers, the ultimate perverted dipchits: Bristoe, TheRealHawkeye, stophel, Ghostinthemachine, anyone else?
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Sounds like lived a fulfilling life and is now at peace.
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Damn man...
Lost my dad almost 40 years ago....
You never get over it. trust me.
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do the right thing and you'll always be able look at the guy in the mirror. Sound words. Condolences Pard.
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Liberal father: " I fought the Americans, along with all the other liberals."
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