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
(73,646 posts)So so sorry for your loss.
I've been thinking of you & kids since I read of her passing.
alwaysinasnit
(5,494 posts)

calimary
(87,834 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
(160,177 posts)
cate94
(3,006 posts)The hurt you are feeling. I just want you to know we love you and yours. Im so very sorry.
elleng
(140,761 posts)
Rhiannon12866
(242,940 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
(23,635 posts)
MiHale
(12,149 posts)There truly is no words
bucolic_frolic
(52,405 posts)Your posts so extraordinary, your life has sadness just like the rest of humankind.
NNadir
(36,589 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
(97,798 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
(27,676 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
(2,166 posts)I thought about you and your family yesterday.
Danascot
(5,115 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
(15,127 posts)Its dyslexia
Danascot
(5,115 posts)It's endearing.
Biophilic
(6,074 posts)Your wife always sounded like an amazing woman. So so sorry for your loss.
TexLaProgressive
(12,600 posts)catbyte
(37,799 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
(111,319 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
(15,127 posts)Niagara
(10,815 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
(5,648 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
(27,113 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
(40,231 posts)

CaptainTruth
(7,885 posts)You are in our thoughts.
Alice Kramden
(2,775 posts)Condolences to you and your whole family
RainCaster
(13,100 posts)May you and your family draw closer during this time, Duncanpup.
tosh
(4,453 posts)I am so saddened by your loss 💐
yardwork
(68,049 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
(12,923 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
(4,541 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
(2,734 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
(50,719 posts)forever.
littlemissmartypants
(29,763 posts)

XanaDUer2
(15,765 posts)Condolences.
malaise
(289,101 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
(15,127 posts)No cash or flowers yet thank you the kind words are enough I post today cuz I was alone for bit.
kairos12
(13,406 posts)Ruby the Liberal
(26,526 posts)
debm55
(50,719 posts)PCIntern
(27,620 posts)May her memory always be for a blessing.
colorado_ufo
(6,139 posts)We are all grieving with you.
panader0
(25,816 posts)Scottie Mom
(5,834 posts)barbtries
(30,767 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
(15,857 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
(26,436 posts)in my heart, Duncanpup. 💟
mountain grammy
(28,205 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
(93,774 posts)This time of year makes it so much harder.
Healing thoughts to you and yours.
Skittles
(167,425 posts)
someone is always here on DU
Lucinda
(31,170 posts)PatSeg
(50,944 posts)
Tetrachloride
(8,968 posts)DFW
(58,929 posts)I know that if that were to happen to me, Id sink into a well of misery and devastation.