Nothing sucks quite so bad as losing a grandparent.

[JanMichael]

Nothing. Especially one who was not just a grandfather, but also a neat man, and a good friend.

RIP JB.

[lizziegrace]

1. I'm sorry

:hug:

We never seem to have them around long enough. Ever.

[greatauntoftriplets]

2. My grandparents save one had died years before I was born.

My remaining grandmother died when I was 8. Both my parents are also dead. I have had more than one close friend die.

There are worse things.

Sorry for your loss.

[salin]

8. two of mine died decades before I was born, the other two died before

I was three. Not to say that there are worse things - but to instead suggest that overtime let grief fade into thankfulness for having the opportunity for the benefit of that relationship.

Peace to JanMichael and all whose lives are deeply touched by this loss. :hug:

[greatauntoftriplets]

12. Agreed.

And thanks.

[JanMichael]

17. You are right that things like this are relative to individuals.

And that individual loss is powerful regardless.

Thanks for the kind thoughts.

[Chan790]

3. I agree. N/m

[Zomby Woof]

4. I am sorry JM

He was lucky to have you as a grandson. Peace to you and your family.

[JanMichael]

16. Thanks.

He was a good guy. Very understanding and forgiving. Actually just a really nice old guy.

But to be honest he was ready to go and I'm happy for him. He was 88 and lived a good long life.

[lost-in-nj]

5. I hear you

My mom, my kids grandma, died Feb 2006.

They were devastated..... D was 23 and S was 28. She lived with us and was a part of their lives everyday......

I remember when My grandma died..... never met my grand fathers.

I am sorry for your loss.......



lost

[Sanity Claws]

6. I am sorry for your loss

But be grateful that you had him so long. Like one of the earlier posters, my grandparents died before I was born and one of my parents died when I was still a child.

[deadparrot]

7. I'm so sorry.

I know how you feel. I lost one grandmother this fall, and could very well lose the other in the near future.

Best wishes to you and yours. May your grandfather rest peacefully. :hug:

[Zywiec]

9. I'm sorry to hear about your grandfather

My grandparents were also amazing. I'm guessing you must be young, because I this point in my life nothing sucks quite so bad as losing a parent. Good luck.

Cheers.

[JanMichael]

21. 38.

Thing is that there has been only one close family death for me (1988) which I know is uncommonly fortunate.

The parents are in the 60's and in good health but I realize that they are all pushing old age. But I imagine that losing a parent or child would truly be painful it's just that my situation makes this one hard.

Thanks.

[merh]

10. I'm sorry, Jan Michael

:hug:

My heart felt condolences for you and Steph and all of your family. :grouphug:

May he rest in peace and may the love and laughter you shared with him bring you comfort.

:loveya:

[texanwitch]

11. I lost my Grandmothers and one Grandfather in 1994, 1995, and 1996.

It was really hard time.

They were in their middle 90's so they had a good,long, healthy life until the last few years.

I miss them.

:grouphug: :hug: :cry:

[snailly]

13. I'm so sorry for your loss

I had a close bond with my grandpa too. It's hard to explain your sorrow to those who never knew their's. Just try to remember him and grieve in your own way.

[KG]

14. sorry to hear it, bro

:(

[Nicole]

15. I'm sorry about your grandfather.

:hug:

[u4ic]

18. My condolences to you, JanMichael

:hug:

[SarahB]

19. I'm sorry.

I lost my grandfather three weeks ago. I didn't feel much like talking about it on DU and haven't, but it was hard. Not unexpected, but still hard. He was sometimes more of a dad to me than my own dad was at times. I understand. :hug:

[bigwillq]

20. I am very sorry.

:hug:

[nini]

22. I'm so sorry for your loss

I lost my grandpa when I was 16 and he was like my dad too. I still miss him to this day.

I had the most incredible dream a few years ago about him. I was with him and he had his arms around me. We stood there and hugged and hugged - I woke up crying because it was so real - I felt those hugs and it was overwhelming.

I wish you great hugs from your grandpa too. Until then I can only offer you one of mine :hug:

:cry:

[SPKrazy]

23. sorry n't

[RFKHumphreyObama]

24. My deepest in thoughts, prayers, condolences and sympathies

To you and your family:hug: I know how losing a grandparent feels and how sad it can be

[Kajsa]

25. I'm sorry, JM.

It's very hard to lose a close member of
the family, especially when they are good
friends, too.

My heart and prayers go out to you and
your family.

:hug:

[fortyfeetunder]

26. Condolences

Sorry to read that. Grandparents are a bridge to your ancestry. Glad you had time to know him.

[BlueIris]

27. Oh, I'm so sorry. That is so true.

I lost my grandpa in February of 2004 and it was the single most painful experience of my whole life. My best to you and yours.

[JitterbugPerfume]

28. speaking as a grandparent

my grandchildren have been a never ending source of joy for me , just as I am sure you were for your grandfather .

Embrace the people you love

[ScreamingMeemie]

29. JanMichael...thank you

For putting that into perspective, after a particularly trying week with my grandmother. I should be grateful.

I am so sorry for your loss.

[av8rdave]

30. So sorry for your loss