Bereavement
Related: About this forumThank you for your kind post over the loss of my wife.
It was posted in Veterans group thank you Dash one bravo in posting . Yet over these last few days I would read D.U. Community members comments and we thank you all for your kindness.

SheltieLover
(73,117 posts)So so sorry for your loss.
I've been thinking of you & kids since I read of her passing.
alwaysinasnit
(5,485 posts)

calimary
(87,564 posts)Why wouldnt people here care about you and what youre going through now?
Most of us cant be physically by your side at a time like this, but we can share a vigil and send encouragement and sympathy and support your way. And we can be here to listen when you need to unburden.
I always get a sense of comfort and reassurance when I remember what our own Skittles posted here, once upon a time, and what its meant to me during unsettling times: someones always here.
BumRushDaShow
(158,994 posts)
cate94
(2,998 posts)The hurt you are feeling. I just want you to know we love you and yours. Im so very sorry.
elleng
(140,533 posts)
Rhiannon12866
(241,656 posts)Comes as quite a shock since we have always enjoyed your stories about your understanding wife, the boys and the pups. So it's a loss for us, too. Hang in there and please know that we're thinking of you, the boys and the pups and we're here for you, always.
markie
(23,569 posts)
MiHale
(12,093 posts)There truly is no words
bucolic_frolic
(52,108 posts)Your posts so extraordinary, your life has sadness just like the rest of humankind.
NNadir
(36,458 posts)...surely not so we can even imagine your own, but surely we all share in it.
Peace, brother.
True Blue American
(18,579 posts)Of your loss. Try and take comfort in those who are with you but know you were loved and all of us hurt for you! Peace and comfort from your DU friends in your loss.
2naSalit
(97,644 posts)Our own and you are most certainly that. It extends to your family that you share with us so we share in your loss and grieving.
Extra love to the boys and the pups too.
stevil
(1,539 posts)Please be well. Very sorry for your loss.
Siwsan
(27,660 posts)My heart goes out to you and your family. I've never know that grief but I've known plenty of others.
Just remember the advice spoken by President Biden - there will come a time when the memory of your loved one brings a smile to your lips before it brings a tear to your eye.
mgardener
(2,148 posts)I thought about you and your family yesterday.
Danascot
(5,114 posts)joy and laughter, and often made us think. (If only about where the periods and commas might go.)
We're here for you and wishing you strength now and much happiness in the future. Carry on brave sir.
Duncanpup
(15,049 posts)Its dyslexia
Danascot
(5,114 posts)It's endearing.
Biophilic
(6,021 posts)Your wife always sounded like an amazing woman. So so sorry for your loss.
TexLaProgressive
(12,590 posts)catbyte
(37,656 posts)I've been through it myself, so I know something about what you're feeling. I unexpectedly lost my husband shortly before Christmas so I know it's especially hard around the holidays.
I'm sending a hug to you, your boys, and your pups. When I think of you writing that Mr. Big Paws keeps waiting by the gate, my heart breaks all over again for all of you.
Take care and know that we're all here for you.
hlthe2b
(111,123 posts)I was devastated at the news and though I don't know how much sympathy helps, I do think the caring nature of a community reaching out just might. You are in my thoughts, along with your two-legged and four-legged "children."
I lit a candle for your dear beloved and hope you all find peace of mind and comfort.
Duncanpup
(15,049 posts)Niagara
(10,811 posts)Reading your posts over the years, it was apparent that your love for each other was absolutely amazing with a deep bond.
May you take comfort in knowing that we are sharing in your grief. Please let us (DU Community) know if you need anything.

peacebuzzard
(5,637 posts)For your loss. I always read your posts and you and you have opened up your life and heart here. Dear friend hugs to you I am so very sorry for your loss.
brer cat
(27,086 posts)Sending you kind thoughts and virtual hugs is all we can do to let you know that. Stay strong.
happybird
(5,375 posts)Words arent enough to express it. It sounds dumb, but I feel like I know your family. I picture you all in my head while reading your stories. Your stories have brought me much joy and laughter. Im just so sorry and wish there was something to do to help take away some of the pain.
Sending you, the kids and the pups love.
CrispyQ
(40,147 posts)

CaptainTruth
(7,861 posts)You are in our thoughts.
Alice Kramden
(2,758 posts)Condolences to you and your whole family
RainCaster
(13,049 posts)May you and your family draw closer during this time, Duncanpup.
tosh
(4,453 posts)I am so saddened by your loss 💐
yardwork
(67,785 posts)I almost think of you as family. I've been reading your posts on DU all these years. Your love for your wife and your family was a shining star. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Lonestarblue
(12,909 posts)here and Im sure around you who are thinking about you and your boys and sending you virtual good wishes. I know from your posts that you have many wonderful memories of your wife. May those memories support you in your grief.
SaveOurDemocracy
(4,540 posts)I, like so many others here, have enjoyed and looked forward to your stories over the years. They exuded warmth, love, humor and gave us a small glimpse into you and your world. We loved what we saw and loved you for your wonderful generosity of sharing with us.
My heart breaks for your loss. I lost my husband this past January and so feel your pain. Youre sons lost their Mother, and thats a real tough one. Take care of each other through this time of grief and mourning.
My love and best wishes for peace and comfort to you, the boys, the pups and all who love her and feel the loss.
You will always find open hearts here
~ Nancy
Alliepoo
(2,733 posts)Im so sorry to hear this sad news. Please accept my condolences. Your wife sounded like a wonderful, loving woman. Wishing you and your family peace and comfort in your sweet memories of her.
debm55
(50,367 posts)forever.
littlemissmartypants
(29,207 posts)

XanaDUer2
(15,765 posts)Condolences.
malaise
(288,350 posts)too sad
DashOneBravo
(2,679 posts)Last edited Fri Nov 25, 2022, 08:15 PM - Edit history (1)
Ive been asked:
Can we send flowers to his wife's service? Would financial donations be helpful? Please tell us all what we can do to help.
I also send a DUMail
Duncanpup
(15,049 posts)No cash or flowers yet thank you the kind words are enough I post today cuz I was alone for bit.
kairos12
(13,395 posts)Ruby the Liberal
(26,521 posts)
debm55
(50,367 posts)PCIntern
(27,564 posts)May her memory always be for a blessing.
colorado_ufo
(6,126 posts)We are all grieving with you.
panader0
(25,816 posts)Scottie Mom
(5,833 posts)barbtries
(30,700 posts)from this perspective it was completely unexpected. Peace and love to you and yours Duncanpup.
feel free to DM me any time as I have some experience with a sudden loss (it was my daughter).
mercuryblues
(15,825 posts)This is the 1st I'm hearing of this. I am so saddened for you and your family. From what I see/read you have a great family bond and will pull through this tough time.
Stuart G
(38,726 posts)cilla4progress
(26,431 posts)in my heart, Duncanpup. 💟
mountain grammy
(28,134 posts)that it kind of felt like getting to know her and really like her so it was a shock for us too. You will carry on because life goes on, and the boys and the new guitar student but of course it won't be the same.
My heart goes out to you, Duncanpup.
sheshe2
(93,387 posts)This time of year makes it so much harder.
Healing thoughts to you and yours.
Skittles
(166,948 posts)
someone is always here on DU
Lucinda
(31,170 posts)PatSeg
(50,845 posts)
Tetrachloride
(8,908 posts)DFW
(58,813 posts)I know that if that were to happen to me, Id sink into a well of misery and devastation.