It's been a rough 2 weeks. Our son passed away

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August 26, 2023, 09:32 PM

irreverent

It's been a rough 2 weeks. Our son passed away

It’s so hard to say out loud, to acknowledge that he is gone.
I’m so very sorry for your loss.

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August 26, 2023, 10:22 PM

MikeinNC

I am so sorry. No parent should outlive their child.
I will pray for you and your wife tonight.

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August 26, 2023, 10:38 PM

Silent

So very sorry to hear of your loss. You, your family and his friends are in my prayers. Based on his friends readiness to meet with you to share memories and tears lead me to believe that your son was a fine man.

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August 26, 2023, 10:41 PM

slosig

I am so sorry for your loss. It is painful to even try to imagine what you are going through.

August 26, 2023, 10:46 PM

911Boss

I can’t imagine what you are going through, I pray that you find peace and get all the support you need during this time.

As others have said, we are not supposed to outlive our children. It isn’t supposed to work that way which only adds to the tragedy.

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August 26, 2023, 11:28 PM

2012BOSS302

My sincerest condolences. You and your family will be in my prayers.

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August 26, 2023, 11:50 PM

snoris

There are no words that can adequately soothe a parent's grief. Condolences sent.

August 26, 2023, 11:51 PM

corsair

So sorry to hear such horrible news. My condolences to you and your wife.

August 27, 2023, 12:08 AM

scratchy

This is terrible news. You and your family have my deepest condolences. We are not supposed to bury our children. I cannot imagine.

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August 27, 2023, 12:40 AM

Rey HRH

I’m sorry for your loss. If I am reading correctly between the lines, I’ve just learned of this “epidemic” also happening on navy ships. Truthfully, I don’t understand it or the cause of it. May your son rest in peace.

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August 27, 2023, 12:45 AM

sjtill

Petr, this is just devastating--I'm so very very sorry.
What a terrible thing to deal with. Thank you for letting us know so that we can share your pain just a little and pray for you, your wife, your son, and all his buddies.
Stan

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August 27, 2023, 01:26 AM

Oz_Shadow

So much of your story echoes of the past. I wish I knew something that would help. Just remembering to breathe is hard enough. My deepest sympathies.

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