Sorry Melinda

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To all of you all that know Melinda on this forum I believe she would appreciate a prayer from everyone. She is an avid helper and supporter of the Hunter Classic. She also supports other tournaments and tournament directors in a big way. She was supposed to be at Fast Eddie's this weekend, but I hear that she lost her father this weekend. Melinda is a wonderful lady, and I want to tell her that I am deeply sorry for her loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers as I am sure everyone on this forum will do as well. :(
 
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my heart goes out to you!

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family! You know my phone is ALWAYS on for you honey! I love you!

txplshrk said:
Just a bump before I go to bed. Everyone say a prayer for Melinda!
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txplshrk said:
To all of you all that know Melinda on this forum I believe she would appreciate a prayer from everyone. She is an avid helper and supporter of the Hunter Classic. She also supports other tournaments and tournament directors in a big way. She was supposed to be at Fast Eddie's this weekend, but I hear that she lost her father this weekend. Melinda is a wonderful lady, and I want to tell her that I am deeply sorry for her loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers as I am sure everyone on this forum will do as well. :(
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Thank you for the kind words. This post means a lot to me.

My parents have both been ill this year so I have been going down to San Antonio from the DFW-area every 3 to 4 weeks since March/April to spend 3 day weekends helping them out around the house and running errands for them. A couple of months ago, I decided to fly down to San Antonio a couple of days earlier than normal this weekend to spend quality time with them and then hit the Sunday FE women's event.

My Dad picked me up from the airport Thursday morning and we decided to eat lunch at Chilies. We had a good time, chatting and catching up from my last visit in late August. I then ran errands that afternoon and interacted with him in the evening while I was also helping my Mom. The next morning, Friday, he passed away at the house. It is truly a miracle he passed away while I was there so my Mom and I could be there for each other during this trying time. They were married 25 years in August. I am an only child.

I'm obviously leaving out a lot of details... it's too long to post here. If anyone wants to hear more about it, PM me your email and I'll send you my private blog entry of that morning.

Thank you again.
Melinda
 
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I'm very sorry to hear about your loss, Melinda. I know how you must be feeling right now. It's been a long time since I lost my parents but I'll never forget how I felt. It's true that time does help to heal the wounds but for now keep your chin up & be strong for your mom. My thoughts are with you both.
 
Melinda said:
Thank you for the kind words. This post means a lot to me.

My parents have both been ill this year so I have been going down to San Antonio from the DFW-area every 3 to 4 weeks since March/April to spend 3 day weekends helping them out around the house and running errands for them. A couple of months ago, I decided to fly down to San Antonio a couple of days earlier than normal this weekend to spend quality time with them and then hit the Sunday FE women's event.

My Dad picked me up from the airport Thursday morning and we decided to eat lunch at Chilies. We had a good time, chatting and catching up from my last visit in late August. I then ran errands that afternoon and interacted with him in the evening while I was also helping my Mom. The next morning, Friday, he passed away at the house. It is truly a miracle he passed away while I was there so my Mom and I could be there for each other during this trying time. They were married 25 years in August. I am an only child.

I'm obviously leaving out a lot of details... it's too long to post here. If anyone wants to hear more about it, PM me your email and I'll send you my private blog entry of that morning.

Thank you again.
Melinda
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Wow, this is hard!

I feel horrible and thought about you all day as I could tell on the phone this morning you were hurting and of course I stumbled all over myself trying to say "something" that might make sense.

I really feel your pain, but I believe that in time you will be glad you were home when your father passed. I furtherly feel he felt better with you there too.

You are one of my favorites and have always had fun cutting up with you and all. A father is never replaced, nobody should even try. But, my line is always open for you and I'm more than willing to try and pinch hit if you need. Just call, and I'll be there.

My thoughts and prayers are with you, your Mom, and Tony.

God bless and take care.
LJ
 
I don't know much, but you really seem like a good person. And i'm so sorry for your loss. God bless you
 
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ironman said:
Wow, this is hard!

I feel horrible and thought about you all day as I could tell on the phone this morning you were hurting and of course I stumbled all over myself trying to say "something" that might make sense.

I really feel your pain, but I believe that in time you will be glad you were home when your father passed. I furtherly feel he felt better with you there too.

You are one of my favorites and have always had fun cutting up with you and all. A father is never replaced, nobody should even try. But, my line is always open for you and I'm more than willing to try and pinch hit if you need. Just call, and I'll be there.

My thoughts and prayers are with you, your Mom, and Tony.

God bless and take care.
LJ
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I know exactly what you are saying. It is hard coming up with the right words to comfort someone in these trying times. I never know what to say at times like these.

I think it makes it even worse that I haven't lost a parent yet, so I don't know what it is like. I have lost some really close friends, and about a week ago a nice guy that was a contractor with our company committed suicide. He and I hung out quite a bit, and I never would have guessed it. He was only 24! Nobody knows why either.

As far as your father being glad you were there I am certain of it. I have heard stories about people passing away at just the right time because they felt comfortable. Maybe your dad was ready to go, and he knew he could because you were there to keep your mom together after words.

True story that happened in the little town I grew up in. This couple had been married like 50 years or something, and the husband passed away in his sleep. The very next night his wife passed away in her sleep! Isn't that weird!

Maybe your mom will want to move up to DFW now and be with you. I know that you will never regret not being there. That feeling is much harder to deal with.

Again the only thing I really know to do is be here if you need to talk, and keep you in my prayers. Like ironman said no one can replace a father, but we are all here for you girl!
 
Melinda,

I don't know you but from reading your posts and those of your friends I can tell you're good people. My thoughts and sympathy are with you today.

It sounds like your father's last day was a great one - spending time with his daughter. I'm sure he went to his final rest with that pleasant memory of you.

My father also passed away at home, in his easy chair with all of his family around him. It was tough at the time, but looking back it was a beautiful way to go.

Hang in there, for your Mom as well as yourself and know your Dad is at peace.

Mike
 
So sorry for your loss, Melinda. My dad passed when I was 20, and it was a very difficult period in my life. I know the next few weeks will be tough. Today, though my father is not here physically, I know that he is always with me in spirit.

I hope as time moves on that you, too, will find a peace. My deepest and heartfelt sympathy goes out to you during this time of healing.

JAM
 
There are no words...how wonderful though that you had that time with him the day before, what a gift.
 
Melinda said:
Thank you for the kind words. This post means a lot to me.

My parents have both been ill this year so I have been going down to San Antonio from the DFW-area every 3 to 4 weeks since March/April to spend 3 day weekends helping them out around the house and running errands for them. A couple of months ago, I decided to fly down to San Antonio a couple of days earlier than normal this weekend to spend quality time with them and then hit the Sunday FE women's event.

My Dad picked me up from the airport Thursday morning and we decided to eat lunch at Chilies. We had a good time, chatting and catching up from my last visit in late August. I then ran errands that afternoon and interacted with him in the evening while I was also helping my Mom. The next morning, Friday, he passed away at the house. It is truly a miracle he passed away while I was there so my Mom and I could be there for each other during this trying time. They were married 25 years in August. I am an only child.

I'm obviously leaving out a lot of details... it's too long to post here. If anyone wants to hear more about it, PM me your email and I'll send you my private blog entry of that morning.

Thank you again.
Melinda
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These times are very hard. I went through it a couple of years ago. Prayers to you and yours.... BigJohn
 
Reps

We do not need any reps Melinda, we just wanted you to know that all the pool world is with you in your time of need!
 
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