John Schmidt
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a/k/a Stuffy. '99 I/S Valk Roadsmith Trike
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Absent the body, present with the Lord. My sweet Rita breathed her last at 9:36pm tonight. No more pain, no more violent tremors from Parkinsons, strong and able to walk upright for the first time in years.
She was the love of my life and this will be a huge hole in my life, I can't imagine my life without her in it. Now my pain begins.....but I shall survive. I didn't get this far on my own power while caring for her, and I won't get through the aftermath on my own power as well. Thanks many times over for the support from everyone, it means a lot.
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« Reply #1 on: May 20, 2019, 06:16:24 PM » |
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« Reply #2 on: May 20, 2019, 06:19:08 PM » |
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Tears and love, mixed together my friend..... You're still my hero, sincerely.  |
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« Reply #3 on: May 20, 2019, 06:20:10 PM » |
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John, You have my heart in this difficult time, have peace and be well in your soul that she is free and with her Father.
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« Reply #4 on: May 20, 2019, 06:24:40 PM » |
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John , sorrow from us. She is at peace and pain free.
No words can ease the pain of a lost loved one.
da prez. Ross and Bonnie
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« Reply #5 on: May 20, 2019, 06:29:01 PM » |
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Sorry for your loss John. Just know she is in a better place. Nothing can fill that hole but her memories will be with you from now own.
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« Reply #6 on: May 20, 2019, 06:29:16 PM » |
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John, I wish no one had to feel what you are feeling right now. It will take time before you find your new normal life. It will happen, you will always miss her, but you will learn how to live this new life I promise.
Prayers from the panhandle
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« Reply #7 on: May 20, 2019, 06:32:02 PM » |
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You are a man of strength and character, John Schmidt. HER PAIN IS GONE, SHE IS FREE. She left this world knowing she was very loved and entered into eternal peace, health, love and joy. You will be together again. God bless you.
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« Reply #8 on: May 20, 2019, 06:39:24 PM » |
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I Know and PRAY that Rita is now in a better place John.  I also KNOW you Will get thru this. Cherish the Memories. |
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« Reply #9 on: May 20, 2019, 06:48:30 PM » |
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Very sorry for your loss, John.
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« Reply #10 on: May 20, 2019, 06:50:21 PM » |
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So sorry for you loss.
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« Reply #12 on: May 20, 2019, 07:10:34 PM » |
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My deepest sympathies John. May the good Lord hold you and your family and help all of you through this.
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« Reply #13 on: May 20, 2019, 07:12:04 PM » |
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I’m very sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort be close by your side. I pray for your strength over the next difficult days, weeks, and months.
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« Reply #14 on: May 20, 2019, 07:28:33 PM » |
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Terribly sorry for your loss John. Thoughts and prayers from my family to yours.
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« Reply #15 on: May 20, 2019, 07:43:04 PM » |
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Thoughts for you John. I doubt that I can express it any better than has already been said.
Take comfort that she is now in a better place.
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Oss
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« Reply #16 on: May 20, 2019, 08:13:54 PM » |
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How many people can not truthfully say they had a love of their life?
You have been blessed by Rita and she by your devotion and love
Our prayers continue to flow to you and Rita
Oss
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« Reply #17 on: May 20, 2019, 08:57:57 PM » |
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My deepest condolences to you, your family, and everyone who will miss Rita.  |
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« Reply #18 on: May 20, 2019, 09:24:12 PM » |
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My deepest condolences. Rest in peace, Rita.
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« Reply #19 on: May 20, 2019, 09:26:02 PM » |
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Sorry for the pain and loss you are feeling...time will heal alot but there will always be a hole in your heart...fill it with all the great memories that you had with her. I have always believed that this world is temporary but our families are eternal... you will hold her again my friend !
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« Reply #20 on: May 21, 2019, 02:25:34 AM » |
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Again, so very sorry John. Sincere condolences to you and your family. Wishing you all strength and love as you move forward.
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Patrick
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« Reply #21 on: May 21, 2019, 02:31:02 AM » |
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Very sorry to hear this.
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« Reply #22 on: May 21, 2019, 02:51:37 AM » |
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Sorry for your loss John.
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« Reply #23 on: May 21, 2019, 03:34:48 AM » |
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Sorry for your loss
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« Reply #24 on: May 21, 2019, 04:12:00 AM » |
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Look up and tell her you love her every night before bed and every morning when you rise. She will be there with you.. dam why is my screen all blurry?
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« Reply #25 on: May 21, 2019, 04:26:54 AM » |
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A time for everything. Time for the physical suffering to end, and the memories of love you shared to hold in your heart & mind to begin. God bless you and your family.
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« Reply #26 on: May 21, 2019, 04:28:04 AM » |
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John,
My deepest condolences on your tremendous loss. The way you cared for your wife is nothing short of inspirational and I can only hope that I do half the job you did should I ever find myself in that situation. While I am sad for you I am happy that she is now in the arms of our savior, free of pain and living in paradise where I have no doubt you will be reunited some day.
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« Reply #27 on: May 21, 2019, 04:30:44 AM » |
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I am saddened by your loss. So sorry. My thoughts and prayers are sent your way. |
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« Reply #28 on: May 21, 2019, 04:42:26 AM » |
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John,
I'm so sorry for your loss, but I'm happy that Rita is at peace and no longer suffering. There is not much anyone can do other than offer support, time will ease the pain of your loss, but I'm sure it will never be totally erased. Hang in there.
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« Reply #29 on: May 21, 2019, 04:47:01 AM » |
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So sorry for your loss John.
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« Reply #30 on: May 21, 2019, 04:56:49 AM » |
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I lack the words to relieve your sorrow but the strength you have shown and provided to your loving wife is beyond what most possess. Please know that you and yours are in my thoughts and prayers. Nothing will ever replace the hole in your heart but that same strength that got you this far will help you to carry on. They say that time heals all wounds, I believe it only allows the pain to diminish but, it will always be waiting in the shadows to re-emerge as things remind you of the love of you life and her loss. Take those times to remind yourself that her pain is over and she now looks down upon you with the same love she had while you were together. Your and Rita's story is a special one. Cherish it. Rams. |
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« Reply #31 on: May 21, 2019, 05:06:16 AM » |
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John, you have my respect. You also have my sorrow. Take care.
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« Reply #32 on: May 21, 2019, 05:10:46 AM » |
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My deepest sympathies and prayers for you and Rita. I too am inspired by your love and dedication. Carry on...
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« Reply #33 on: May 21, 2019, 05:27:17 AM » |
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I am very sorry for your loss.
There is comfort in knowing that a loved one is free from their pain and suffering.
There is also comfort in knowing that you will see them again.
But that comfort does little to ease the initial pain and loneliness.
I feel for you and will pray for you to have comfort, strength and peace through this.
I hope that I never have to walk the path that you have.
But if I ever do, I would do well to follow the example that you have set.
In the days to come, Please be sure to find things to busy yourself so as to not fall into the trap of sitting around and staring at the walls.
You probably won't feel like doing anything, but it's important that you do something everyday.
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« Reply #34 on: May 21, 2019, 05:29:32 AM » |
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Best wishes for your comfort and know she is in Paradise to be rejoined by you. Glad her suffering is over. Life goes on.
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« Reply #35 on: May 21, 2019, 05:36:21 AM » |
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John, you have my prayers. You are a man's man of an example of commitment and how you took care of her. What a great example you have been. May God comfort you in your time of loss and loneliness.
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« Reply #36 on: May 21, 2019, 06:29:37 AM » |
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She is home now and not suffering. Rejoice in that.
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« Reply #37 on: May 21, 2019, 06:41:16 AM » |
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My heart goes out to you and your family. I hope you and yours find the strength needed during this time and know your extended VRCC family stands with you.
Sincere condolences...
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« Reply #38 on: May 21, 2019, 06:44:09 AM » |
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May our Good Lord guide you both in this journey.
I hope Rita and your Daughter are sitting around today laughing at all of the good memories you provided them.
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« Reply #39 on: May 21, 2019, 07:06:37 AM » |
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John, a time of relief but also a time of sorrow. The sorrow will diminish somewhat to be taken over by the store of memories which will never leave.
May the Lord be with you . You have been a Faithful servant to Rita.
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