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[dustinprewitt]

Well, it was done. Grandad's in the dirt now...

At least he went the way he would have wanted to, anywhere but a hospital, and quick.

Yesterday I went to the morturary... I actualy found myself honestly breaking down into tears for the first time in almost 4 years or so...

See? Im not entirely evil and heartless...

Today, it was great to see how many people were there... yes they were mourning, but they were still somewhat happy... there was no shock, no tragedy... it was his time, and I know that he made his peace... and he definitly left a legacy on his community, his friends and loved ones would miss him, but never forget him...

I made sure that he had a pack of his brand of smokes, american diamond, in the casket for him... I know he would have wanted to be buried with it... He also had on his favorite suit and newsboy/golfer cap... he looked so at rest...

I think all of us can now be a little more at rest... it was so unnerving, knowing he could go at any moment, but not knowing when... but now that he's gone, its not so bad anymore... The family he left behind is well taken care of, so everything was made with a clean break...

Yes, he's completed his life successfully with no loose ends. But the loss is still felt... not pitied, but felt...

I love you grandad, Ill miss you

We all will...

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[remembermycrime.livejournal.com]

I've been meaning to catch you online sometime... But I never manage it.

I know you don't know me, and I don't know. But I'd like to offer my condolences (spell check?) anyway. I'm such a bleeding heart. I know death is something that you can't beat. No one can. But it's much of a comfort in the light of a loss, is it?

I hope to talk to you soon, as you seem to be intelligent and perhaps a good conversationalist. I don't know. Despite a journal being sacred and all, it doesn't exactly catch the essence of someone, especially online. You just seem like a nice enough guy, and I figure it'd be nice to talk.

Ever need a shoulder to cry on, mine's always there. It is to everyone. *Kiss!* Despite everything, I wish you a good evening and a happy morning.

.Cass.

[ex-funkermi.livejournal.com]

Your grandfather seemed to have lived a happy, accomplished life. It is always good to know someone lived theirs to the fullest. Just remember the good times, and if you need someone I'm online about 85% of the time.... Talk to you soon....

[xgatheringdustx.livejournal.com]

peace be with you ;)