Black Dog
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He is no longer in pain, no longer suffering... Passed away about 10:00 last evening, in his sleep, in his own bed, with his wife by his side... With dignity. 87 years old, a WWII Navy vet, 30 years as a Milwaukee Policeman/Detective, 13 years as a Criminal Science Instructor at the Chippawa Valley Technical College (in Eau Claire WI). Was my Cub Scout Pack Leader, my Boy Scout Troop Leader... Taught me to fish, camp, how NOT to ride a motorcycle (  )shoot guns, home repair, how to be a man, how to be a father... Advised me when I needed it, comforted me when I needed it, smacked me when I needed it... Loved me non stop. He was a good man, and found his return to his faith in the last few years of his life. Gonna miss ya Pops  Black Dog |
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« Reply #1 on: May 13, 2015, 05:20:43 PM » |
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Black dog sounds like your pop was a good one and he will no longer suffer and you can take comfort in that. I lost my Mother about 18 months ago and not easy but you will get through it. It sounds as he lived a very full life and that is all any of us can ask.
I thank him for his service to this country it is because of men like him we are still free.( although powers at be want that changed)
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« Reply #2 on: May 13, 2015, 05:26:00 PM » |
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I new there had to be a reason you turned out the way you did Steve. May he rest in peace.  |
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« Reply #3 on: May 13, 2015, 05:35:32 PM » |
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Condolences, my old man was a WWII USN veteran. Your dad passed surrounded by those that cared. Thank You for his service!
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« Reply #4 on: May 13, 2015, 05:37:04 PM » |
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Condolences to you, sir, and a prayer for your dad. A man's life is changed forever when he no longer has his dad to advise and confirm the important stuff. Some 35 years later and I still need his council. Ironically, my dad was also a sailor in WWII and the name of his ship was the U.S.S. Chippewa, a sea going (fleet) tugboat. May your memories of him sustain you in the tough times and the good times.  |
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« Reply #5 on: May 13, 2015, 05:37:34 PM » |
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Black Dog,
It sounds like your Dad was quite a man! He packed a lot of achievement into his lifetime and it sounds like he was always there for you and instilled good values into you.
While he may be at peace, it doesn't make it any easier to say goodbye. My Dad was also a proud WWII Vet and his burial was the toughest thing I've ever tried to get through, especially when they played Taps and did the 21 Gun Salute.
May your Dad rest in Peace for a job well done!
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« Reply #6 on: May 13, 2015, 05:42:12 PM » |
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I am sorry for your loss. He sounds like a great man and wonderful father. May he rest in peace. |
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« Reply #7 on: May 13, 2015, 05:58:40 PM » |
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I lost my Dad in 99 at the ripe old age of 89.
I still miss him,.....even though we rarely saw "eye to eye".
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« Reply #8 on: May 13, 2015, 06:23:35 PM » |
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Sorry for your (and his) loss.
Very nice tribute for your dad BD.
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« Reply #9 on: May 13, 2015, 06:35:34 PM » |
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So sorry for your loss Steve.........
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« Reply #10 on: May 13, 2015, 06:42:11 PM » |
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Mines been dead 9 years, now. I will always miss him as I'm sure you do yours. Sorry for your loss.
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« Reply #11 on: May 13, 2015, 06:50:27 PM » |
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nothin to add but please think of all the great times that was had.
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« Reply #12 on: May 13, 2015, 06:58:40 PM » |
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Sorry to hear this Steve. Please know that you and your Dad are in Laura's and my thoughts and prayers. |
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« Reply #13 on: May 13, 2015, 07:10:25 PM » |
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My deepest condolences to you and yours, Steve. I hope you can find comfort in knowing that many of us feel for you with the same warmth with which you described your Dad.
Another of the greatest generation gone.
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« Reply #14 on: May 13, 2015, 07:12:29 PM » |
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....VERY sorry to hear my friend, 87 is a good long time, but its still hurts very much to lose one of your parents. Revel in the good memories, and time will ease the pain. Faith and I look forward to seeing you in a couple weeks. |
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« Reply #15 on: May 13, 2015, 07:14:31 PM » |
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Steve sorry to hear the news, hang in there we will be praying for you and your family
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« Reply #16 on: May 13, 2015, 07:21:17 PM » |
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I'm sorry for your loss. It's always hard to say good-bye.
My hat's off to the life your father lived. You are the legacy he leaves behind and he did well.
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« Reply #18 on: May 13, 2015, 08:09:52 PM » |
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Steve so sorry for your loss your dad was a part of a generation of heros....prayers to you..
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« Reply #19 on: May 13, 2015, 08:19:40 PM » |
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Sorry to hear this Steve.
1st time I was at your house I remember his picture hanging on the wall in the hallway just outside the kitchen.
I remember also you telling about his accomplishments and achievement then. Remarkable gentleman.
I'd also like to thank him for his service.
Prayers & Condolences to you and all of your family.
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« Reply #20 on: May 13, 2015, 08:26:08 PM » |
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what a wonderful tribute to your Dad
you are very lucky to have had such a great Dad
He will still be with you as long as you live, telling you off when need be
and being strong in your memory
We will have a drink in his memory when next we meet
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« Reply #21 on: May 13, 2015, 09:00:01 PM » |
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Sorry to hear of your lost Steve.
Your Dad sounded like a great man.
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« Reply #22 on: May 13, 2015, 09:09:27 PM » |
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Steve,
I'm truly sorry for your loss. I hope you find strength to get through the coming days.
And I look forward to hearing more stories of your dad and of you growing up.
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« Reply #23 on: May 13, 2015, 09:55:55 PM » |
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Steve-your Dad sounds like one hell of a good guy. I can relate to your loss as I've already lost Mom and Dad. Sounds to me like he trained you up correct and proper. We will drink a toast to him in a couple of weeks. Take care m friend.
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« Reply #24 on: May 13, 2015, 10:13:03 PM » |
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Sadness in the heart . Another angel to watch over someone.
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« Reply #25 on: May 13, 2015, 10:27:59 PM » |
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Hats off to your dad. Sounds like he did s lot for mankind. My sympathy to you and your family.
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« Reply #26 on: May 14, 2015, 02:34:45 AM » |
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Steve, your dad sounds like an amazing man. As stated before, you are his legacy and can see nothing but reasons for PRIDE. Great that he was redeemed in his faith! My deepest condolences to you and your family brother.......See you soon my friend. |
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« Reply #27 on: May 14, 2015, 03:57:55 AM » |
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Steve, I remember making nearly the same post about my dad 6 years ago.
It's hard......
It sounds like he had a good life and he certainly raised a helluva son.
So sorry,
Dave and Andrea
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« Reply #28 on: May 14, 2015, 04:57:46 AM » |
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So sorry for your loss Steve. Your dad was one of the diminishing greatest generation and I applaud him
for that and his dedication in his many facets of service to this county. You learned well from him and
I know he is very proud of you.
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« Reply #29 on: May 14, 2015, 05:05:25 AM » |
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Sorry to hear about your loss, Brother. You've described him, not only as a great father, but an amazing role model and a person to be admired.
A very nice tribute, Steve.
All our love, Gary and Cheryl.
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« Reply #30 on: May 14, 2015, 05:59:13 AM » |
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sorry for your loss, if you loved him as i loved mine you will think of him often, i even still to this day look up and ask for help from him and he has been gone since 1987
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« Reply #31 on: May 14, 2015, 06:24:48 AM » |
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So sorry for your loss, Steve. Your Dad did everything right, especially raising a son who realized what he done and loved and respected him for it. The Greater Generation Indeed!
My condolences, Steve.
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Black Dog
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« Reply #32 on: May 14, 2015, 06:43:26 AM » |
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Thanks for the kind words everyone... Still trying to wrap my head around all that has happened these past two days  This place, and this big ol' goofy family, has been a source of comfort through quite a few of life's sucker punches over the past few years... Thank you everyone Black Dog |
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« Reply #33 on: May 14, 2015, 07:30:32 AM » |
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I am sorry for your loss. Rest assured, he is in a happier place. I think he is standing guard as your guardian angle. He probably shared some great stories with Jesus and had a few laughs.
Keep your chin and spirits up. Time will take away any hurt and enhance your great memories.
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« Reply #34 on: May 14, 2015, 09:58:21 AM » |
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Sorry for your loss. Quote from VFW service
The red of our country's flag was made redder by his heroism; the white more stainlessly pure by the motives which impelled him; and, in the starry field of our nation's glorious banner, the blue has been glorified by the service he has given for American ideals.
I salute your father
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« Reply #35 on: May 14, 2015, 09:58:52 AM » |
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Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. Sounds like your father will continue to provide you love and guidance throughout your life. He will always be with you in your heart and memories.
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« Reply #36 on: May 14, 2015, 11:06:08 AM » |
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Thats a life well lived. You are a lucky man to have him as a Dad.
Strength and comfort for your family are in my prayers.
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« Reply #37 on: May 14, 2015, 12:10:26 PM » |
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sorry for you loss, steve. as many have said, the memories will keep him close for you...
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« Reply #38 on: May 14, 2015, 04:02:46 PM » |
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So sorry for your loss.
I've been an "orphan" for a while now...never stop thinking about them both.
We were lucky to have the Dad's we did.
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" in his sleep, in his own bed, with his wife by his side... With dignity "
the way is should be ... what more could we ask ?
it's not easy
mine passed 11 September 2007 .. all of a sudden I have a million questions
sometimes walk'in passed a mirror I can see him ... just for a blink ... ???
my eyes ... freaks me o u t
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