Rest In Peace Grandpa
To: My Grandpa
~1918-2016~
Grandpa was sharp as a whistle up until the very end. Old age and time passing just took a toll on his poor body. Ninety eight sure is a long life to have lived. He was the second in generation. My father is the third, my brother is the fourth and my nephew is the fifth. What a legacy to leave for our family tree.
Married over seventy years is definitely an inspiration and a great example of what true love really is. Grandma took care of him since the day of their wedding. Long life of love and sweet memories with children, grandchildren and great grandchildren to watch over as they grow up. Heart surgery about thirty years ago, and stayed healthy until the very end.
Its a sad thing to see your grandpa deteriorating like he did. He had such a passion for the world of golf, and played up until he was ninety years old at the West Shore Golf Club. I heard that one time he shot his age! Always smiling and even though he was old, we could still hold a conversation with him.
One of my fondest memories of him was how beautifully he could whistle. He carried a tune like a tiny bird full of life and contentment. Beautiful crystal blue eyes with his favorite cardigan sweaters from Land's End. Black slippers to keep his feet warm during the cold days of winter.
A few silly memories we have are when he would ask us about how our lives are going he would always say, “Is that right?” in a silly way and knowing how much he really was interested in all of our well-being. A silly thing we remember about him is his favorite verse, “and how!”. I have never heard anyone say that phrase before so my siblings and I have always joked about it for years, in a silly way. His favorite drink scotch on the rocks.
A loving husband creates a family with his wife,
a wife takes care of him and their children,
Ninety eight years is such a long life,
His life created a balanced fulfillment.
A loving father works hard to support,
while nurturing six children out of love,
the game of golf was his favorite sport,
I bet he's shooting par from up above!
A loving grandfather happy and proud,
he created this wonderful family tree,
his whistling created a soft tuned sound,
and leaving four generations as a legacy.
A loving great-grandpapa with smiles,
all five of them enjoyed their visits,
creating a sensitive life worthwhile,
On the golf course, I wonder how many divots?
We all want to thank you from below for all your kindness and caring
rest in peace with your friends and family, and your granddaughter Karen.
~Date Written: March 6, 2016~
~Written By: Laura Loo~
Copyright © Lu Loo | Year Posted 2016
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