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Hello dear friends,
Thank you all for the hugs and kind words. It hasn't been an easy week.
I'm sorry I haven't been in touch, as many of you know, My Dad passed away on Friday and I haven't been up to being online. He was diagnosed the Friday before last with Lung cancer. He was rushed to the Hospital on Monday, and we found out the cancer had spread to his brain. He didn't suffer alot, for which I am very grateful. My Mom and I were with him when he passed at 1:07 a.m. on Friday morning. I am going to enclose the website for the funeral home. You can go there if you like, and light a candle or leave an online condolence.
It's www.gormleyfuneralhome.com
When you get to the page, click on obituaries, then click on my Dad's name, Steven W. Brannen, you can read the obituary there and also light a candle or do a condolence message from there, if you choose to do so. I wrote the obituary myself, and it is kind of long....but I had so much to include.
We have been so busy the last few days, planning a Memorial service for this Friday, I really haven't had much time to grieve. I'm sure it will hit me like a ton of bricks next week, when it's all over. We had a private family viewing on Sunday, and Dad is being cremated. A service for family and friends is scheduled for this coming Friday at 4 p.m. There is so much work that goes into this, and my sister isn't being much help right now, but thats another story. My brother and his wife are helping me, and that means alot to me. My Moms brother and sister are taking care of all the food for the gathering afterwards, so that is a big load off my mind. My Mom is doing very well, considering the circumstances. I'm sure it will hit her hard after everything is final, But I will be there for her.
I am fine for now, I appreciate all your thoughts and prayers, and e-mails of condolences. I love you all, and hope you all are well.
Hugs and Love,
Laurie
Thank you all for the hugs and kind words. It hasn't been an easy week.
I'm sorry I haven't been in touch, as many of you know, My Dad passed away on Friday and I haven't been up to being online. He was diagnosed the Friday before last with Lung cancer. He was rushed to the Hospital on Monday, and we found out the cancer had spread to his brain. He didn't suffer alot, for which I am very grateful. My Mom and I were with him when he passed at 1:07 a.m. on Friday morning. I am going to enclose the website for the funeral home. You can go there if you like, and light a candle or leave an online condolence.
It's www.gormleyfuneralhome.com
When you get to the page, click on obituaries, then click on my Dad's name, Steven W. Brannen, you can read the obituary there and also light a candle or do a condolence message from there, if you choose to do so. I wrote the obituary myself, and it is kind of long....but I had so much to include.
We have been so busy the last few days, planning a Memorial service for this Friday, I really haven't had much time to grieve. I'm sure it will hit me like a ton of bricks next week, when it's all over. We had a private family viewing on Sunday, and Dad is being cremated. A service for family and friends is scheduled for this coming Friday at 4 p.m. There is so much work that goes into this, and my sister isn't being much help right now, but thats another story. My brother and his wife are helping me, and that means alot to me. My Moms brother and sister are taking care of all the food for the gathering afterwards, so that is a big load off my mind. My Mom is doing very well, considering the circumstances. I'm sure it will hit her hard after everything is final, But I will be there for her.
I am fine for now, I appreciate all your thoughts and prayers, and e-mails of condolences. I love you all, and hope you all are well.
Hugs and Love,
Laurie
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
I am so happy that you had time to drop in. We have missed you and your post. I love you my dear friend please take care of yourself so you can be there for mom when she needs you. My heart goes out to all your family.
Take care,
Veronica
HUGS!!
Laurie
I left out an important part of the lighting a candle process. When you get to the page where you leave a message and light a candle, there is a box to the right for group ID. The group ID that you need to enter is: EBGFH.
That way your candles go directly to my Dad's candle page.
SO SORRY I forgot about that!
hugs,
Laurie
May God hold you close during this time and give you comfort.
Sandra
My sympathy goes out to you and your family at this time of need. I will keep all of your family in my daily prayers. Please take your time and come back when you are ready to.
I can only imagine what you and your family is going through now. I am so sorry for your loss. I know it must be tough loosing your father like that. I know God will bring you through out on the end. I know this road of grievance will be long and hard. We will be here whenever you are ready to come back. We all love you, miss you and will be thinking and praying for you and your family constantly. I know this is hard. But it will be ok. At least you know he isnt suffering anymore. I know that really isnt comforting too much. It is times like these that I would remember all the funny and fun memories I had of that person. I would rejoice their life with me. I know you will deal with this in the best way for who you are. We are here to listen about anything and everything you wish to discuss. I just hope and pray this stress doesnt reak too much havoc on your body during this difficult time. Please take care of yourself and your body. Just know we are thinking of you and loving you and praying for you. Keep us posted on how things are going and how you are doing so we don't worry too much!
Affectionately,
Tink