The Lord is my Shepherd
The Lord is my Shepherd
Jan 2 - my Dad passed away in comfort at the age of 88 in a hospice after suffering renal failure in the end stages of Alzheimer’s Disease. I’ll miss my Dad but feel he is now at peace. I am comforted by the memories - his love, kindness and generosity to not only his family but to all he knew will never be forgotten.... His service in the US Navy and Army was honored at the funeral. He was always very proud to have served our country.
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
AMEN
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
AMEN
____________________________________________________________________________
Lee
Lee
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Lee, I am grateful for his service to our nation.
Sorry for your loss, prayers your way.
There is great comfort in the Scriptures.
TW
Sorry for your loss, prayers your way.
There is great comfort in the Scriptures.
TW
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Lee,
So sorry to read this. I realize the grief is so acute and painful right now, I was where you were a few years back. Nothing I can say will make that pain go away, but it will get better with time. I know from your posts and our conversations that your father meant a lot to you. As you said, he is at peace. That is small comfort, but he is also no longer a prisoner of Alzheimers.
I can only offer my thoughts and prayers, and of course, a listening ear if you need to talk.
Glenn
So sorry to read this. I realize the grief is so acute and painful right now, I was where you were a few years back. Nothing I can say will make that pain go away, but it will get better with time. I know from your posts and our conversations that your father meant a lot to you. As you said, he is at peace. That is small comfort, but he is also no longer a prisoner of Alzheimers.
I can only offer my thoughts and prayers, and of course, a listening ear if you need to talk.
Glenn
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Lee,
My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family in this difficult time. Knowing you best memories will keep him with you always.
My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family in this difficult time. Knowing you best memories will keep him with you always.
Heretical Refurb / Mods of cheap old folders, since late 2018
- gsmith7158
- Gold Tier
- Posts: 8548
- Joined: Fri Dec 25, 2015 7:25 pm
- Location: Canton, Ga. 100% of the time
- Contact:
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Lee my deepest sympathies are with you my friend. My father and I suffered through that black hole of Alzheimer's disease for many years before his death in 2007 at 87. It was such a tempest of emotions during that time. It is such a trying disease on families. I wish you the best.
------------------
Greg
IF YOU AIN'T BUYING OR LOOKING AT A KNIFE THEN YOU AIN'T LIVING.
Always looking to buy good quality Empire knives.
PROUD MEMBER AAPK, NRA.
Greg
IF YOU AIN'T BUYING OR LOOKING AT A KNIFE THEN YOU AIN'T LIVING.
Always looking to buy good quality Empire knives.
PROUD MEMBER AAPK, NRA.
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Lee.
God Bless you all.
God Bless you all.
Joe
- Mumbleypeg
- Gold Tier
- Posts: 13408
- Joined: Fri Apr 18, 2014 1:28 am
- Location: Republic of Texas
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Lee, I'm so sorry for the loss of your father.
Ken
Ken
Member AKTI, TSRA, NRA.
If your religion requires that you hate someone, you need a new religion.
When the people fear their government, that is tyranny. When government fears the people, that is freedom.
https://www.akti.org/
If your religion requires that you hate someone, you need a new religion.
When the people fear their government, that is tyranny. When government fears the people, that is freedom.
https://www.akti.org/
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Godspeed Lee. On 12/21 we lost my FIL 11 days after he was diagnosed with lymphatic cancer here at our home, so I can fully relate to what you are going through right now. The Dan Fogelberg song "The Leader of the Band" plays over and over in my head and I can't get it to stop. You know how to track me down, call if you need a good ear.
Tom
AAPK Administrator
Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God.
AAPK Administrator
Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God.
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Lee, my heart and prayers go out to you. I can only imagine what you are going through.
I know I will soon be walking the road you are on.
You are in my prayers brother.
I know I will soon be walking the road you are on.
You are in my prayers brother.
Dale
AAPK Administrator
Please visit my AAPK store: www.allaboutpocketknives.com/orvet
Job 13:15
"Buy more ammo!" - Johnnie Fain
“Evil is Powerless If The Good are Unafraid.” – Ronald Reagan
AAPK Administrator
Please visit my AAPK store: www.allaboutpocketknives.com/orvet
Job 13:15
"Buy more ammo!" - Johnnie Fain
“Evil is Powerless If The Good are Unafraid.” – Ronald Reagan
- OLDE CUTLER
- Gold Tier
- Posts: 4287
- Joined: Wed Oct 11, 2017 8:11 pm
- Location: South Dakota
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Very sorry to hear of your loss. I have already been in the same situation and it is not easy.
"Sometimes even the blind chicken finds corn"
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Lee I'm sorry for the loss you are now feeling, but I'm glad to see you know where to find comfort and strength. May God bless you and your family as you mourn your fathers passing. All of you are in my prayers.
Phil
AAPK Administrator
Jesus died for you. Are you living for Him?
"Buy More Ammo!"
Johnnie Fain 1949-2009
AAPK Administrator
Jesus died for you. Are you living for Him?
"Buy More Ammo!"
Johnnie Fain 1949-2009
- carrmillus
- Gold Tier
- Posts: 6293
- Joined: Sun Nov 14, 2010 9:22 pm
- Location: tupelo, miss.
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
...sorry for your loss, lee, prayers sent!!......... ...........
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
So sorry my good friend.
I buy roosters combs and farmers..........................................................jack knives [/b]
GEC SFOs and others at LICK CREEK CUTLERY- www.allaboutpocketknives.com/wlf
May the Father and Son bless
Lyle
GEC SFOs and others at LICK CREEK CUTLERY- www.allaboutpocketknives.com/wlf
May the Father and Son bless
Lyle
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Lee my heart goes out to you. Always difficult to see ones we love pass. In cases like Alzheimer's sometimes death is a friend. 15 years ago my dad died of ALS. I didn't want to loose him but I didn't want him to have to live any longer in that condition. My loss was his gain. But I grieve for you as it still hurts.
- treefarmer
- Gold Tier
- Posts: 12847
- Joined: Sun Oct 04, 2009 6:53 am
- Location: Florida Panhandle(LA-Lower Alabama)
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Lee, how you have described your father's life says a it all! He was a loving, kind and generous man to all he met. He was also a patriot, celebrate his life as you and the family go forward, claiming the strength the 23rd Psalm provides for all who will listen to its' words. God Bless you through this difficult time.
Treefarmer
Treefarmer
A GUN IN THE HAND IS BETTER THAN A COP ON THE PHONE.
-
- Posts: 199
- Joined: Wed Dec 02, 2015 11:07 pm
- Location: con-n
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Good, Godly, father and son, and good friends. My condolences from Ct.
- garddogg56
- Bronze Tier
- Posts: 9022
- Joined: Mon Mar 07, 2011 2:18 am
- Location: Maine Aya up North
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Thoughts and prayers going out to you and your family Lee
"On the Road Again"Willie Nelson
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Lee.. Sorry to hear this.. Our prayers sent..
Not all who wander are lost!!
Of all the paths you take in life,
Make sure some of them are Dirt!!!
Of all the paths you take in life,
Make sure some of them are Dirt!!!
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
So sorry for your loss. Prayers going your way.
Paul
Paul
Re: The Lord is my Shepherd
Thanks to all for your kind words, thoughts and prayers... truly much appreciated!
____________________________________________________________________________
Lee
Lee