My father finally lost his battle.

[elephant]

I know this is not the place but I thought I would share:

My dad, mentor and best friend has finally lost his battle with Multiple System Atrophy/Ataxia. He was 64, married to the same woman for 43 years. He died in his sleep, in his own bed at his own home which is what he would have wanted. Watching him slowing go down hill over the last few years has been really hard on me and even given me anxiety, and a lot of unanswered questions. I was always bothered with the thought that one day I am going to get a call- the call that no one wants. I can honestly say that his death has brought closure to me and he took my anxiety and fear with him. I am actually comforted to know that on Friday, my dad pulled himself from his recliner to his wheelchair, pulled himself into bed and went to sleep a man who was disabled and impaired in just about every aspect of his life, woke up in the presence of the Lord and in His healing arms. I got to see him before his body was picked up and he looked peaceful, he looked comfortable, he looked like he was sound asleep. Though my many prayers weren't answered with the outcome that I had asked, the Lord has given me peace, rest and has brought to me comfort. The great hope of the followers of Christ is in the resurrection when we will we reunited with each other and will dwell with God forever, so its not really a good bye, but a "see you later".

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[JaegerOne]

I'm sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.

[26 Inf]

Please accept our family's condolences for your loss.

[Firefly]

I am very, very sorry.
It's gonna hurt for the rest of your life.
My dad was my best friend I ever had.
And anytime I feel I miss him, remember all the times he talked to you, hugged you, kissed you, teased you, encouraged you to get a little dirty and the times he got teetotaling pissed at you.

Treasure all those memories. Keep them close, and he'll never really be gone.

And one day, you'll have a son and you can keep it going.

But for now, grieve. For there are few things worse than losing a father.
Not just a father....a dad.

And He knows you loved him.

[Diamondback]

Condolences. RIP.

[Averageman]

I'm very sorry to hear this.
My best to you and yours.

[Moose-Knuckle]

Elephant, I'm sorry for your loss. You have my sincerest condolences.

Sounds like your father fought the good fight long and hard, that he departed this world on his own terms, in his own bed, and at peace. You really can't ask for much more than that.

[BuzzinSATX]

I’m very sorry for your loss, Brother. I included your Dad and your family in my prayers this morning, and I wish you all peace and tranquillity as you work through this difficult time.

[militarymoron]

Sorry for your loss. I lost my dad last year and think of him often.

[rero360]

My condolences brother, it is always difficult losing a family member, but there does seem to be a some semblance of relief when they have been struggling with conditions like your father did. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts.