I'd posted in a thread several weeks back about my father having ALS and slowly deteriorating. Today was the day I've been dreading with all my heart.

My mom had been caring for him at home and she called yesterday afternoon saying he was worse. Much worse. I'd just been to see them 3 weeks ago and, although weakening, he still seemed to be months away from dying. Funny how life can slip away so quickly.

I took the first flight from Charlotte to their home in Florida this morning. Once I got there I spoke to let him know I was here and that everything was going to be ok. A flash of recognition in his depleted condition. 20 minutes later he was gone. In my heart I know he was ready to go, but wanted me there to care for mom so she wouldn't be alone. Once he knew she was going to be taken care of, he passed peacefully and quickly. Selfless to the end.

I'm glad I was here. For her. For him. For me. Watching him take his last breath in this world was hard, but he's at rest now. I'm glad for that.

Under the wide and starry sky,
Dig the grave and let me lie.
Glad did I live and gladly die,
And I laid me down with a will.

This be the verse you grave for me:
Here he lies where he longed to be;
Home is the sailor, home from sea,
And the hunter home from the hill.

Love you dad.

Very sorry to hear this.

My condolences loosing a parent sucks. I lost my only sibling, sister, and my dad 90 days apart. Totally sucks but remember the good times.

My condolences on your loss.

You were there for him when he needed you.

My sincere condolences to you sir.

Condolences and prayers for you and your family, sir.

Very sorry Mojo. No doubt he knew you were there. God Bless him and you all and may he hold you and your family close.
Prayer for peace and comfort sent for you all.

My friend, I’m sorry to hear this. I’m glad you could be there.

Very sorry for your loss.

I'm sorry for your loss, prayers sent.
I held my father when he suddenly passed, It was sad but, I 'm so glad I was there and able to do it.I will never forget that.

My condolences.

I will say a prayer for you, mojo.
Godspeed.

My condolences to you and family.

So sorry for your loss.

Not an easy time. May he RIP.

Prayers for you and the family.

JP

My sincere condolences, mojojojo. I'm glad you were able to make it so that you and your dad could say good-bye. Prayers to you and yours...

I am so sorry for your loss.

I'm very sorry for you and your family's loss.

I'm so sorry about your Dad. You and your family are in my prayers. I know your Mom was glad you made it in time.

May his memory be a blessing.