 My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 999
3/4 Throttle
|
OP
3/4 Throttle
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 999 |
He passed on Monday at 1:20 am after enduring a deviated aorta since 10 pm Friday night. He was 80 years old. He had a living will that forbade any life support so Sunday all medications were stopped. The medications were artificially keeping his blood pressure up. Without them his blood pressure dropped to nothing and he expired. His condition was deemed inoperable due to his advanced Parkinson's and dementia. The deviated aorta paralyzed him from the waist down, shut down his kidneys and gave him stroke-like symptoms. He was really struggling and trying to pull all his IV's and breathing tube out for most of Sunday. Only when the morphine drip was advanced to "elephant' did he finally rest. It took ten more hours for him to expire. The experience was unlike any ever conveyed to me or my family. It was an absolutely harrowing experience that I pray no one ever has to endure. On the plus side, my 78 year old Mom is now no longer responsible for taking care of my Dad like an infant. I hope she will pick up from where she was before my Dad's Parkinsons got so bad. If you're the praying type, throw some her way. And my wife's maternal grandmother is just now (as in just today) recovering from surgery to remove her cancerous vulva, so they can all use some prayers too.
thanks.
|
|
|
 Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 9,223
Big Bore
|
|
Big Bore
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 9,223 |
My condolences and prayers to you and your family Jeff.
"Never underestimate the power of human stupidity" - Robert Heinlein
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 1,337
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 1,337 |
My condolences and prayers to you and your family as well.
2002 Bandit 1200/ GSXR cams/ 1277 BB Kit/ Holeshot header and can/ 38mm flatslides/ a good head/lotsa hp/lotsa tq- lots of rear tires...
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 592
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 592 |
Jeff, So sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 3,606 Likes: 2
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 3,606 Likes: 2 |
Im not, but I'm so sorry to hear of your loss...and hope you and your family take the time to grieve then can move forward.
THE VOICE OF REASON
per: Stewart
AF&AM/Shriner/Scoutmaster
130/45 TBS 2shim SS Uni 18/42
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 1,204
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 1,204 |
My prayers go out to you and your family.....Angelis
1200CC BIG BORE, W/WISECO PISTONS,.250 STROKED CRANK, PORTED/POLISHED HEADS AND LARGER VALVES, CUSTOM WELDED EXHUAST, DUAL 42MM MIKUNI CARBS.
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 2,531
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 2,531 |
Quote:
My condolences and prayers to you and your family Jeff.
Ditto from me as well.
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 3,960
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 3,960 |
Jeff,
Sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers will be for your mother and your entire family tonight. I can't imagine how hard it must be on you. Take care.
John
Like a dog on a car ride with my tongue in the wind
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 788
3/4 Throttle
|
|
3/4 Throttle
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 788 |
Quote:
Quote:
My condolences and prayers to you and your family Jeff.
Ditto from me as well.
and from me
07 TBA Pacific Blue and White.. stock for now!
A bike has half the wheels my cage does.. but 3x the fun factor
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 1,847
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 1,847 |
Prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of grief.
Warren
04 Caspian Blue and Silver America
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 3,099
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 3,099 |
May peace be with you
Amen
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 7,702 Likes: 22
Monkey Butt
|
Monkey Butt
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 7,702 Likes: 22 |
Quote:
My condolences and prayers to you and your family Jeff.
me too. Tough deal, hang in there bud.
I try to aggravate one person a day. Today may be your day.
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 2,968 Likes: 1
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 2,968 Likes: 1 |
Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My sincere condolences.
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 6,821
Bar Shake
|
|
Bar Shake
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 6,821 |
I am. And I will.
Find your strength in each other.
You'll soon be able to move on.
Contra todo mal, mezcal; contra todo bien, también
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 260
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 260 |
My prayers are with you brother.
I lost my Dad 6 years ago very suddenly and my Mom 4 months ago. Find your strength with your Mom and your family; the pain will eventually ease. Spend quality time with those that you have; be there for them as they are for you.
I am very sorry for your loss.
Remember; no matter where you go, there you are.
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 820
3/4 Throttle
|
|
3/4 Throttle
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 820 |
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 1,302
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 1,302 |
Sorry about your Dad. It is never easy no matter the circumstances.
mike
2006 neon blue speedmaster
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 20,096 Likes: 2
Fe Butt
|
|
Fe Butt
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 20,096 Likes: 2 |
My condolences Jeff. Went through pretty much the same thing with my Pop about 3 years ago. I know it hurts, but you'll soon get past the pain and get to the place where you'll mainly remember him as that strong and invincible younger man that you recall he was back when you were but a pup.
Wish your Mom and Mom-in-law the best for me.
Yep! Just like a good Single Malt Scotch, you might call me "an acquired taste" TOO.(among the many OTHER things you may care to call me, of course)
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 111
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 111 |
Jeff my prayers and those of my church are with you and your family blessings upon you all
Nigel
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 585
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 585 |
Jeff, So sorry to hear about your Dad's passing, My heart hurts for you and your family.
"Will Ride or Fly for food"
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 5,590
Check Pants
|
|
Check Pants
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 5,590 |
Sorry for your loss Jeff,
Your dad is in a better place. I lost my father suddenly this past August 19th. It sounds like you have a good family to lean on, it makes all the difference, leaning on each other. My family, countless friends, including the ba.com friends here all help.
jh
"It's not what I say that's important, it's what you hear" Red Auerbach
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 12,164 Likes: 1
Should be Riding
|
|
Should be Riding
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 12,164 Likes: 1 |
My deepest condolences and prayers for you and your family.
Soren
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 525
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 525 |
Jeff,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. My father died 6 years ago and I know nothing I say will make what you are going through any easier. That cant be done. I'll say a prayer for you and for him.
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 999
3/4 Throttle
|
|
OP
3/4 Throttle
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 999 |
"The object of life is not to be on the side of the majority, but to escape finding oneself in the ranks of the insane." - Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 5,172
Saddle Sore
|
|
Saddle Sore
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 5,172 |
Jeff,
My thoughts are with you and yours.
Don
More flags
More fun!
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 641
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 641 |
no words can express the feelings of loss,love and the emptyness when we lose a member of the family...I will say prayers for all your family at this time...both the family of origin and your family of BonnevilleAmerica..we who have suffered the same loss understand your pain...God Bless!
life is good..I am retired..sold my America in 2008,bought a Rocket and sold that in 3/2013 and now own a new Triumph Bonneville T-100
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 7,643
Monkey Butt
|
|
Monkey Butt
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 7,643 |
Hi Jeff
Went through a similar experience 6 years ago with my father 61 when he passed, I know how you must be feeling and as time goes by it does get a little easier, but you will never forget. My prayers will go to your family at their time of need
Ray(UK)
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 319
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 319 |
My condolences Jeff to you and your family. Y'all will be in my thoughts.
'07 America
www.patriotguard.org
"If you're not living on the edge...........You're taking up too much space!
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 1,193
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 1,193 |
Jeff, I'm sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you, your wife and larger family.
"Let your soul shine,
It's better than sunshine,
It's better than moonshine,
****** sure better than rain."
-ABB
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 749
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 749 |
Jeff,
Sorry to hear the news. I know the feeling of the loss and how much it hurts. Went through it a while back. All I can say is if you need anything, give me a shout….
Gene
"It's a hundred and six miles to Chicago, we've got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark, and we're wearing sunglasses."
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 235
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 235 |
No words can help with your grief.......but my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 3,463
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 3,463 |
Words fail me.
I have a small family and haven't lost any of them yet. So I can't imagine how you feel.
My thoughts are with you.
Gina
03 America - Pretty stock - except the TBS wheel... 
06 America - missing, presumed in bits. With it's TBS wheel... 
09 America - It's very blue....
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 1,690
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 1,690 |
Jeff,
Our condolences to you, we went through the same with my father in the latter part of 1999, he had suffered massive heart attacks in 1976, underwent a triple by-pass in 1979 or so, 2 of the three by-passes collapsed with another heart failure, and technically dead for longer than 6 minutes before a final shock revived his heart. This damaged his brain, and alzheimers attacked. He was taken back about 30 years in his mind, and out of control. The sheriff's department was out at least once a week trying to contain him from leaving the house all hours of the night, and striking my mother with his cane. They convinced her that a home was the best place for him, where he lived for about 3 months before passing in the early morning hours of February 2002..He was 71 years old. My mother now sits alone most of the days, but is doing well. Our prayers go out to you and yours...
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 6,432 Likes: 1
Worn Saddle
|
|
Worn Saddle
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 6,432 Likes: 1 |
Our condolences to you. We lost both of my wife's parents and now I'm pretty helpless watching my dad fade as his memory self destructs; it's the being powerless to assist that hurts the most so I know how you must feel.
A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 11,126 Likes: 13
Should be Riding
|
|
Should be Riding
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 11,126 Likes: 13 |
Jeff,
My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
Blowing gravel off rural roads
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 786
3/4 Throttle
|
|
3/4 Throttle
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 786 |
Prayers on the way! Also my condolences.
05 TBA Mulberry/Silver, Thunder Bike pipes, K&N single Filter, 132 main Jet's, Snorkles Removed
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 2,839 Likes: 3
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 2,839 Likes: 3 |
i am so sorry to hear of this. there is not much a person can say to another at a time like this. take time to take care of yourself and spend time with those that you love, espeacially your mom, she needs you now more than ever, she has been addicted to a drug (your dad) for many many yrs and there will be symtoms of withdrawl, so be good to those you love and yourself!!!!! i know you dont want any advice from anyone right now but, i needed to be reminded of these things when i lost my Dad.
ENJOY!!!!! NEWT!!!!!
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 760
3/4 Throttle
|
|
3/4 Throttle
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 760 |
Jeff:
I am real sorry for your loss and my prayers are for you and your family.
Dave
04 SpeedMaster, Windvest Screen, Leatherworks Bags.
F&AM, WM 3 times
Rifle & Pistol Competitor
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 2,416
Oil Expert
|
|
Oil Expert
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 2,416 |
My condolences, thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Bengt
"Wise men speak because they have something to say, fools because they have to say something."
|
|
|
Re: My Dad Died
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 4,541
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 4,541 |
My condolences and prayers go out to you.
Arsenalfan. AKA Mark Able
Seller of fine automobiles.
Jaguar, Land Rover, Porsche of Chattanooga
423-424-4000
|
|
|
|
|
