Ola Guys and Gals...

Not really sure how to tell this... Kinda struggling with it myself last couple of days.
It always seems lately that when I happen to have some fun in my life something weird will happen. Last weekend was not really an exception. Had a nice party on Friday night. Then Saturday buying my christmas gifts for the family. First time we celebrate it with the boyfriends of my sisters So I had to buy more gifts. Then in the evening sitting with friends drinking some beers discussing recent events in the world and in the village I live in.
Then Sunday morning waking up with the news (told by me mother) That my Grandfather (her father) had died last evening.
Now it already happened 3 days ago and still I really don`t know what to do with the feelings. Problem is that he was living on the Island of Curacao together with my grandmother. The distance also was the cause I haven`t seen him that much in my complete life... Still I really liked the man. A man with a wide interest. It didn`t matter what subject you were talking about he knew something about it. The man was quite interested in WW2 too.
It did not come as a complete surprise that he passed away since in the last 3 years there was found a type of cancer at him and the last 2 years he also had parkinson. Last 2 weeks he suffered from a severe case of pneumonia and that was his last disease here on earth.
Still the fact that it did not come as a surprise doesn`t make the fact nicer. Last week my grandfather reached the age of 76 which is still very young but after all his illness of the last 3 years it feels it is better now.

What I type here is more a tribute an my memories of the man. And on the other hand it is a way to try to write away my feelings and a try to get a more distinct feeling or better feeling about what happened. For me it is the first time a member of my family dies.... quite a strange event. Still not have the right words for it. Mother left Monday for Curacao to be there at the burial and she will return januari 15... No Christmas on Christmas but in Januari... But the passing away of my grandfather will throw a big Shadow over it .

I want to say thanks to my grandfather although I have not seen him much during my life... but I know he was a really good guy and he definately earned better then this. But since life decided to play unfair I think it is the best this way without more suffering

hhhhmmmm............

Robert, you have my deepest sympathies.

My condolances to you and yours.

Gunnie

Ouch - that's bad news. I'm very sorry for your loss. It hurts anytime you loose someone in the family.
As you ease through this tough time remember the memories and stories and over time you will become more comfortable with it all.

I'm very sorry for you and your family.

Sorry to hear that Robert, please accept my sincere condolences.

Hoi Robert,

Ik wil jou en je familie alle sterkte toewensen. Het werpt inderdaad een schaduw over het kerstgebeuren. Mijn condoleances.

Jurjen

Rob,

I know where you're coming from It was 7 years ago Xmas Eve that we Burried My Grandfather (the only one I knew) It's always tough but worse around the holidays.... But we all manage to get throught it together.


Matt

Hey Robert:

My deepest condolences. I know the feeling. My grandpops was diagnosed with leukemia on christmas eve about 10 years ago. Told he had 3 months to live. It does put a damper on things.

Take care and keep the memories alive

Sorry for your troubles Robert,my wifes father died at this time,Xmas, some years ago,at the time the thought of celebrating made us all feel guilty,but over the years,we not only celebrate Xmas,but also his memory,he was a D Day Vet,so i hope that in the years to come you might equate Xmas with your Grandad.
Arthur

Robert, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. In times like these its those memories and thoughts that you do have..that help heal

Robert

I am sorry for you and your family's loss

My deepest sympathies to you and your family Robert.

My sincerest condolence's to you and your family.

Robert I feel so sorry for your loss.I lost both parents last year,and I am sort of getting back to normal.It takes a while.
Remember the good times.There is comfort there.

I am really sorry to hear about your grandfather.

Dear Robert and the Blokker family,
Sorry to hear about your loss, I'd like to offer my deepest sympathies. My family and I will think of you in our prayers.

Joe S.

God looked around his Garden and found an empty place.
He then looked down upon his earth and saw your loving face.

He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.
His Garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering, he knew you were in pain.
And knew that you would never get well on earth again.
He saw your path was difficult, he closed you tired eyes,
He whispered to you "Peace be Thine" and gave you wings to fly.
When we saw you sleeping so calm and free of pain,
We would not wish you back to earth to suffer once again.
You've left us precious memories, your love will be our guide,
You live on through your children, you're always by our side.
It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you on the day God called you home

Robert
My sincere condolences to you and yours.

Pete

Robert,

Je te présente à toi et à ta famille mes plus sincères condoléances...

Jean-Luc

hi brother,
I remember you had great time with him in Curacao visit .so sorry to hear..my deepest consolendences.
bestest regards

Robert,

Im very sorry to hear such sad news, the loss of a close family member is always hard. My sincerest condolences to you and your family.

If you need anything just catch me on MSN messenger.

Regards

Joe

My card u send from Curacao Bro stands on top of my working bench always. So i wish this nice man eternal rest and u to keep the memories of him, as a beloved person in your life.

My deepest Sympathies

Costas

Hi Rob

very sorry to hear your sad news.

I join all your friends on site in saying we'll be thinking of you and your family especially at this time of year.

Deepest sympathies.

Peter

Robert,

I am soo sorry to hear of your loss. It is never easy to lose a family member or someone close to you. Hold on to the good memories and reflect on them often..and in time..you will become a little easier. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary

G'day mate
very sorry to hear this, i can feel your pain as my grandfather is currently in hospital and we have been told to be ready for the worst.
Hope you and your family get through it well.
Cheers Rob, you have my sencere condolences.

Robert,

Mijn condoleances voor jou en je familie en veel sterkte in deze tijden.

Kris