My Dad has made his final journey

Rick Barnhart · Post by **Rick Barnhart** » 16 Aug 2019 11:12 am

Although expected, I was not quite prepared to say goodbye to my Dad. He passed on peacefully this morning. He was 93 and the strongest man I’ve ever known. A WWII army veteran, he worked hard all his life and supported his family through thick and thin. We will miss you on this earth, but will certainly see you again in Heaven. Rest well, Daddy, I love you and will miss you, but I know you were tired and your suffering is over.

Jack Stoner · Post by **Jack Stoner** » 16 Aug 2019 11:32 am

Sorry for your loss

I hope I live that long.

Jerry Overstreet · Post by **Jerry Overstreet** » 16 Aug 2019 11:35 am

Sincere condolences Rick. You are blessed to have had this many years to enjoy your father's company. Still, doesn't make it any easier to see him go, I know.

I wish for you peace and comfort.

Jerry Van Hoose · Post by **Jerry Van Hoose** » 16 Aug 2019 11:41 am

Rick, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Fred Justice · Post by **Fred Justice** » 16 Aug 2019 11:59 am

My prayers are for you and your family Rick,
It sounds like your Daddy is in good hands brother.

Dale McPherson · Post by **Dale McPherson** » 16 Aug 2019 12:24 pm

Vets have a special place in my heart. Those guys from WWll will always be Americas best generation. Most kids today could never dream of filling their shoes.

Fred Martin · Post by **Fred Martin** » 16 Aug 2019 1:49 pm

Very sorry for the loss of your Dad.

Rick Barnhart · Post by **Rick Barnhart** » 16 Aug 2019 2:10 pm

Thank you, gentlemen. This forum is filled with incredible people. I do find much comfort by your kind words. (He is indeed, Fred...thank you so much)

Carl Williams · Post by **Carl Williams** » 16 Aug 2019 2:41 pm

Rick,
Our Dad’s helped to save this country and the world really. We had the good fortune of being raised by them. My sincere best to you and the family during this tough time. Carl

Clarence Musolf · Post by **Clarence Musolf** » 17 Aug 2019 5:32 am

Rick , May your Dad R.I.P. Just by looking at the picture he had a warm heart , and was a good person. Clarence

Tony Prior · Post by **Tony Prior** » 17 Aug 2019 6:58 am

Sorry to hear of this Rick, peace and prayers to you and your family.

Bill Cunningham · Post by **Bill Cunningham** » 17 Aug 2019 7:42 am

So sorry for your loss my friend.

Hook Moore · Post by **Hook Moore** » 17 Aug 2019 10:42 am

So sorry..

Don Kuhn · Post by **Don Kuhn** » 17 Aug 2019 5:00 pm

Rick my condolences to you and your family, you was very lucky to have a great dad, a WWII vet and to have him as long as you did. I know how hard it is to loose a loved one especially a dad and your prob saying how does this guy know how great my dad was easy I can see it in your writings on here. RIP Sir and Thank You for your service.
God Speed

Chris Boyd · Post by **Chris Boyd** » 18 Aug 2019 5:55 am

My deepest condolence to you and your family Rick. My Dad was also a WWII vet and lived until 93. The Greatest Generation..they set a firm example of integrity and honor..May he RIP and be proud of a life well lived.

Stephen Abruzzo · Post by **Stephen Abruzzo** » 18 Aug 2019 6:04 am

Rick, so sorry for your loss.

When our loved ones are alive, we have to call them or visit them. But when they die, you can just "talk" to them whenever you want and wherever you may be.

I "talk" to my Pop all the time and he's been gone almost 5 yrs.

Rick Barnhart · Post by **Rick Barnhart** » 18 Aug 2019 7:12 am

Thank you all for your words of comfort. I’m touched by each one of you. Thank you for taking the time to share a part of yourselves with me.

Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 18 Aug 2019 9:53 am

Stephen Abruzzo wrote:Rick, so sorry for your loss.

When our loved ones are alive, we have to call them or visit them. But when they die, you can just "talk" to them whenever you want and wherever you may be.

I "talk" to my Pop all the time and he's been gone almost 5 yrs.

What a great reminder of their continued love and support, Stephen!

Rick, How wonderful that you and your dad had each other all these years! Still, it's so hard to say goodbye. Clearly, you were very proud of him, as I'm sure he was certainly proud of you. I can see the sweetness in his face; I can hear the sweetness in your words. Our deepest condolences for your family's loss. Donna and Tommy

Ray Harrison · Post by **Ray Harrison** » 20 Aug 2019 4:57 pm

Rick, so sorry for your loss. It is so difficult losing parents even though we expect it. Prayers for you and your family...