Thursday, June 16, 2011

THE PASSING OF A GREAT MAN...

Good evening sweet friends. It is with my deepest regret to have to tell you that I lost the long, two-year struggle with my dearest Dad last evening. Most of you know that he had a stroke two years ago and it has been a downward spiral since that time. Dad was 88 years old and the very sweetest man I have ever had the honor of knowing. My husband and I slept at the hospital the last four nights of his life and he passed in my arms. This is such a terrible loss for our whole family, but I am thankful that he has finally found peace. The nurses and aides that have been with us for so long were beyond wonderful and I thank them with my whole heart. I feel so blessed to have so many great children, grandchildren and friends. SO, with this, I am going to get some rest and I hope to have time to catch up with everyone after this weekend is over. His obituary is on-line under Dewayne Hallett.
Holly Hills Primitives will be closed until next Wednesday. Thank you for your support.
Until next time...
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36 comments:

  1. basketsnprimsJune 16, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Dawn, I am so very sorry for your loss, may your dad be at peace. I will keep your family in my prayers.
    hugs,
    pam

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  2. RachelJune 16, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss Dawn. I will be praying for you & your family. God bless you all.

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  3. Sandi @ The Primitive SkateJune 16, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    So sorry for your Loss. My thoughts and Prayers are with you!!!

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  4. jennifer768June 16, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Very sorry for your loss ! My thoughts and prayers are with you .Hugs,Jen

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  5. Deb @ Crows on the CupolaJune 16, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
    Hugs,
    Deb

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  6. AnonymousJune 16, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Dawn,
    I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
    hugs,
    Cindy

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  7. adsgramJune 16, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    So very sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your loved ones...

    Lynne

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  8. Lynn BarbadoraJune 16, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    Dawn,
    I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad...My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
    Hugs,
    Lynn

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  9. BeckyjeanJune 17, 2011 at 1:20 AM

    Dawn~

    I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your loved ones.

    Becky

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  10. AngelaJune 17, 2011 at 4:14 AM

    Dawn, I am so sorry. Have been worried about you and now I know why. So glad you were with him. You are so in my prayers and thoughts. God will be with you and hope you will find comfort in that. Take care of your precious Mom. Sending my Hugs and blessings your way.

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  11. Janet-Olde Crow PrimitivesJune 17, 2011 at 4:44 AM

    Dawn. I am very sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
    Janet

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  12. Jean BarkerJune 17, 2011 at 5:06 AM

    Dawn,
    My sincere condolences to you and your family. May God comfort you at this time.

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  13. bettyjJune 17, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    We are never ready to give up a parent. My prayers are with you. good children and grandchildren are a true gift from God, glad you have that comfort. I am so sorry for your loss
    betty

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  14. My Colonial HomeJune 17, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    Moring Dawn...we all have been here with you the past two years and got to know 'dad' too.
    I am so sorry - he certainly is at peace now.
    Bless you and your family and I pray for a better tomorrow. Hoping each day becomes easier.
    Hugs, Karen

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  15. •♦•©The Olde Weeping Cedar •♦•June 17, 2011 at 5:29 AM

    I'm deeply sorry about the passing of your dad, Dawn. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Sending a comforting ((♥hug♥)) your way.

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  16. LindaJune 17, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    Oh, Dawn I feel as though I know your Dad also.
    You are a great daughter........be comforted knowing that he no longer suffers and is in great peace.
    Linda

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  17. ctlogcabinJune 17, 2011 at 5:37 AM

    Dawn ~~ May God Bless your whole Family with strength and comfortat this time. May your Dad Rest in Peace. Keeping you in my thougths and prayers. Hugs ~ Connie xox

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  18. Cabin Fever PrimitivesJune 17, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    Blessings and prayers and caring thoughts are with you and your family Dawn.
    Connie

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  19. Wendy @ Ravenwood WhimziesJune 17, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    Dawn - I'm so sorry to hear about the death of your Dad. My prayers go up for your family in this time of deep grief. I'm sure such a lovely man is now in the arms of our Lord, embraced with love as you embraced him to the end. *HUGS*

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  20. StephaniJune 17, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. What a blessing to have been with him in the end.

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  21. Linda - Behind My Red DoorJune 17, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    Oh Dawn, I am sitting here crying for you!! I am so sorry! What a wonderful daughter you have been to your dad and mom, and how sweet his last hours were spent with you. I know the next hours, days and weeks won't be easy and you will miss him dearly. Heaven has a new Angel though and he is watching over you proudly I just know it! Lots of warm hugs my friend!

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  22. RobinJune 17, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Good morning sunshine!!! I am so sorry to hear about your dad...rest now my friend and we will talk later. Take care of mom and blessings to you and your family!

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  23. Janet - underthewillowJune 17, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    I am so very sorry for your loss Dawn...may he rest in peace.

    Janet

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  24. Green Creek PrimitivesJune 17, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Dawn, So sorry to hear about your dad, I know you will miss him, I know what you are going through I lost my dad in 2006. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers, take care if yourself, hugs, Vicky

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  25. Raymond HomesteadJune 17, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Thinking of you during this difficult time.

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  26. Sabrina @Falling Leaf Woodworkers and PrimitivesJune 17, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss, sending my thoughts and prayers for your family.
    Sabrina

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  27. annieJune 17, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Praying for you during this very difficult time. May the God of all comfort draw you near into His arms.

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  28. GinnyJune 17, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    RIP Mr.Hallett. Sending my thoughts to you and your loved ones.

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  29. Dog Trot FarmJune 17, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Dawn, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss, please accept my heartfelt condolences. Sending blessings your way, Julie.

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  30. BarbaraJune 17, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Dawn, my thoughts and prayers will be for comfort and strength for the coming days and for joy in the memories you and your family have to share. So sorry for your loss. Blessings from The Cabin In The Woods.

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  31. SuzanneJune 17, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    Dawn,
    So sorry to hear about your loss. We just lost our 98 year old mother-in-law on monday so I know the sadness you and your family must be feeling at this time. Good thoughts and prayers are coming your way. Bug hugs also! Suzanne

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  32. EarleneJune 17, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    Dawn You had a wonderful dad and you are a wonderful daughter. What a cute picture of him on your post.
    Rest In Peace
    Earlene

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  33. Catty WampusJune 17, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    I am sorry Dawn. Much love to you and the family. Sending you many hugs. Merrie from the Thumb

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  34. ohiofarmgirlJune 17, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    With deepest regrets I read your blog...I know you sorrow and I know that the void is there and the pain is great. I will pray for your family in your hours of need. Dianntha

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  35. The Cinnamon StickJune 18, 2011 at 4:46 AM

    Dawn...just catching up on blogs and my heart just dropped when I read your title. I am holding you and your family in my heart - I hope you will take strength from all the friends you have met in your store, and from blogging - know that many, many prayers are being said to comfort you. One of the greatest gifts one can give is love and both you and your Dad gave each other so much love...Love, Judy

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  36. Cheryl (Connie's sister)June 18, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Dawn- may all of the special memories that you
    have of your Dad bring you comfort and peace and
    put a smile on your face as you go through the
    days that are ahead. Life is a journey and how
    grateful you are I know that you were able to be
    there with him as his earthly journey came to an
    end. Much love to you and all of your family.

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