Author Topic: Sad News (Read 11756 times)

jcctx · « **Reply #60 on:** January 24, 2020, 09:47:11 AM »

My condolences on your loss and my best wishes to your family! (my words are pitifully insufficient)

lti_57 · « **Reply #61 on:** January 24, 2020, 09:50:33 AM »

Quote from: Dave Swanson on January 23, 2020, 04:39:16 PM

My wonderful wife of 41 years passed away peacefully at home this morning. Some of you know that she had a long 30+ year battle with Multiple Sclerosis. The battle she waged so bravely and with amazing grace is now over. Never miss an opportunity to say I love you to those you love. I will miss kissing her forehead and telling her so tomorrow. I was truly blessed to be by her side during her struggle. Being the caregiver for one that you love can bring many unforeseen blessings.

Dave I'm so sorry to hear this my prayers for you and your family, You are a good man to stand by your wife. Its hard to become a caregiver for your wife when she is sick. Its a very different role for us when we transition to that. When i took care of Ginger it was a blessing and hard at times but like you was glad to be there next to her
Good Luck my friend.

SemperVee · « **Reply #62 on:** January 24, 2020, 10:02:25 AM »

Condolences Dave. After the long battle at least you were together at the end with a life long set of memories. Peace be with you.

drdwb · « **Reply #63 on:** January 24, 2020, 10:08:25 AM »

Dave very sorry to hear about your life partners passing. Sharing 41 years together is certainly a testament of your love. Being the primary care giver, watching and helping that partner pass supported by your love qualifies you for saint hood. At least in my book. Good luck with your transition to the next phase.

JeffOlson · « **Reply #64 on:** January 24, 2020, 10:28:13 AM »

So sorry for your loss.

bobrebos · « **Reply #65 on:** January 24, 2020, 11:14:04 AM »

Please accept my condolences. Peace be with you.

Kent in Upstate NY · « **Reply #66 on:** January 24, 2020, 12:18:43 PM »

My condolences, Dave.

Mr Pootle · « **Reply #67 on:** January 24, 2020, 02:11:02 PM »

My condolences

vstevens · « **Reply #68 on:** January 24, 2020, 03:27:33 PM »

deepest condolences

RinkRat II · « **Reply #69 on:** January 24, 2020, 03:28:51 PM »

Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you.

Paul B

Vince in Milwaukee · « **Reply #70 on:** January 24, 2020, 03:50:40 PM »

So very sorry to hear this. I will be thinking about you during this sad time.

JediMasterII · « **Reply #71 on:** January 24, 2020, 03:57:12 PM »

Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Don and Deb

Moto · « **Reply #72 on:** January 24, 2020, 04:28:11 PM »

My condolences.

Moto

Grog · « **Reply #73 on:** January 24, 2020, 05:37:07 PM »

Your words on being a carer brought a tear to my eye mate...

The more your hurting now shows the more you loved her.

My thoughts are are with you Dave.

Greg

Bill Hagan · « **Reply #74 on:** January 24, 2020, 05:39:30 PM »

I am often a man of too many words, but, as are so many when reading such news, am now at a loss for the right ones.

I will say, Dave, that your love, kindness, and dedication over the past many years have earned you not only Gayle’s own love for you, but the respect and awe of all who read of your devotion to your lost darling. We will all no doubt hold our loved ones tighter tonight and beyond because of your poignant post.

Please accept our admiration and prayers. We have made a contribution in to your wife's memory to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, https://www.nationalmssociety.org.

Bill & Kathi Hagan
Cross Junction, Virginia

guzzisteve · « **Reply #75 on:** January 24, 2020, 06:02:19 PM »

Sorry for your loss, prayers for you and your family'

Dave Swanson · « **Reply #76 on:** January 24, 2020, 07:00:47 PM »

Thanks for all the kind responses. I am very touched. The WG community is very special.

For the first time I will have the opportunity to attend some rallies. I will enjoy thanking some of you in person when that happens.

Dave Swanson · « **Reply #77 on:** January 24, 2020, 07:18:28 PM »

I find solace that I was able to fulfill my promise that she could count on me to care for her to the end. Being there for someone who really needs you is an honor and a rare privilege. I miss her very much but know it would only be selfish to wish she could still be with us.

Brand X · « **Reply #78 on:** January 25, 2020, 12:03:59 AM »

Body is gone but the spirit lives on.. I have been in the long term care giving role too.. Only people that have been there, really know what it takes. Funny thing, we are the ones that are blessed to be able help where we can. It brings a lot of what is truly important in our lives,and others.

Time to take care of yourself, and enjoy every moment you have left. It's exactly what your loved one would of wanted for you..

Many of your thoughts are very similar to what I thought about at that time in my life.. You are totally on the right track .(IMO)

Dave Swanson · « **Reply #79 on:** January 25, 2020, 06:18:30 AM »

Here is the link to Gayle's service. Her picture hasn't been uploaded yet, but I have included the pic we are using.

https://www.fitzgeraldfh.com/obituaries/Gayle-M-Swanson?obId=10685602&fbclid=IwAR2-rO4MU0S2zm4Xw96i6SqCN3ojohcwO1KIQY9dFF7AQ-dPKP4rMfF8JBc#/celebrationWall

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SED · « **Reply #80 on:** January 25, 2020, 10:27:57 AM »

My sympathy and admiration Dave. This so sad and sweet. She is lovely.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #81 on:** January 25, 2020, 10:39:48 AM »

Quote from: Dave Swanson on January 24, 2020, 07:00:47 PM

Thanks for all the kind responses. I am very touched. The WG community is very special.

For the first time I will have the opportunity to attend some rallies. I will enjoy thanking some of you in person when that happens.

Let me extend a personal invitation to Cedar Vale .

Dusty

John A · « **Reply #82 on:** January 25, 2020, 11:47:00 AM »

I want to thank you for posting, I ( we) wouldn’t have known. It’s touched us all.

maquette · « **Reply #83 on:** January 26, 2020, 11:18:51 AM »

Dave,

You have the condolences of my family and me. My wife also has MS and we have been together for 40 years. She is fighting the good fight and I will be with her as long as I breathe. There really aren't any words to express how this touches me. May she rest in peace and may you continue on in peace.

Tom

Joliet Jim · « **Reply #84 on:** January 26, 2020, 09:00:04 PM »

Dave I am so sorry for your loss

bobbyfromnc · « **Reply #85 on:** January 27, 2020, 11:29:50 AM »

Condolences...

Dave Swanson · « **Reply #86 on:** January 31, 2020, 05:44:55 PM »

Thanks again guys.

We had Gayle's visitation and service on 1/29. The outpouring of love and support for Gayle and my family was beyond amazing. My son, daughter and myself gave eulogies along with a few close family friends. The feedback received by those that attended has been very heartfelt. It was a great tribute to a life well lived in spite of all her challenges.

Mark Dasher · « **Reply #87 on:** February 01, 2020, 10:38:40 AM »

I have no words. Bless you Dave.

azguzzirep · « **Reply #88 on:** February 01, 2020, 11:21:49 AM »

[quote author=Dave Swanson link=topic=104224.msg1651124#msg1651124 I was truly blessed to be by her side during her struggle. Being the caregiver for one that you love can bring many unforeseen blessings.
[/quote]

Been there. So sorry for your loss.

It will get better, just be strong. Peace and strength to you.

Daleroso · « **Reply #89 on:** February 01, 2020, 11:35:57 AM »

I'm so sorry for your loss Dave. I recently experienced the loss of a loved one.
I believe that our memories will be fond ones, our wings will unfold & we will fly again.
On a motorcycle is a wonderful way to begin.
Ride far & safe.

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