My grandfather was my personal hero. I am trying to write an obituary for the local newspapers-this is the first draft. What I have said here is not a fraction of what he meant to me. One the things he always tried to impress upon me was how fortunate we were to be Americans. FR helps to sustain that belief in me every day.
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11/12/2001 5:32:43 PM PST by
91B
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To: 91B
Isn't it amazing how close so many of us are to our grandfathers, partiularly of that generation.
My dad was a radio sergeant with Patton's 3rd during the campaign across France. He was one of a handfull of radio-men who could both operate and repair the radio trucks...he was constantly up and down the lines. I feel very fortunate to have heard his many stories in the few years before he passed...so that I can pass them along to my boys.
Dad was also the town marshall for each of the towns we lived in, a total of about 16 years. That generation didn't know quit when it came to service, whether to their community or county. I pray that our generation and those to come will continue to produce men (and women) of this character.
To: 91B
It is people like YOU who make this the best forum on the internet.
.God bless you and your grandfather.
To: 91B
May God Welcome your grandfather Home and comfort his family and friends.
To: 91B
He sounded like a GREAT man, and you sound like a very proud grandson. You are lucky to have known him. God Bless his soul. My condolences to you and your family.
122 posted on
11/12/2001 7:15:04 PM PST by
Paradox
To: 91B
I can see why he was your hero. What a life he lived. My condolences.
To: 91B
A history is an orderly register of notable things said, and events that happened in time past. Its purpose is to maintain the continual remembrance of these events, and to serve for the instruction of those to come
It is my belief that while we are free agents in many of the choices we make in life, certain elements of our genetic make-up guide us far more than we realize. To a certain extent we are predestined to make decisions and adopt certain attitudes based on predisposition and calling.
Certainly you got some good stuff from you Grandad.
125 posted on
11/12/2001 7:19:11 PM PST by
TUX
To: 91B
Thanks for sharing your grandfather with us. It sounds like he was a really great guy. I know its tough to lose a loved one. I lost both my grandfathers and grandmothers awhile back and my finance in 1987. Hang in there and God Bless you and your family.
To: 91B
Your grandfather was also blessed to have you to love. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
135 posted on
11/12/2001 7:32:10 PM PST by
GOPJ
To: 91B
Godspeed to your grandfather, who so obviously was one fine man. How blessed he was to know how much you love and respect him.
To: 91B
So sorry to hear about your grandfather passing. Prayers and condolences to you and the rest of your family.
To: 91B
Sincere condolences. Your Grandfather's obituary reads well.
He made a strong contribution to your development and upbringing.
To: 91B
Your grandfather was very lucky to have you for a grandson. I wish I had taken the time to get to know my grandparents. I can't imagine all the stories I missed, considering my one grandpa was born 1881. My prayers are with you.
151 posted on
11/12/2001 8:04:04 PM PST by
lara
To: 91B
He was a North Carolina REPUBLICAN during the 1940s? Brave guy. I salute him for winning against the odds.
To: 91B
I am very sorry to hear of your grandfather's passing. I remember meeting your grandfather many years ago at a Republican dinner in Mitchell County, he was a true gentleman. As in your case my grandfather was my hero (he passed away in Nov of 95). As more and more members of that "great" generation pass it's very important that we remember their valor and sacrifices. May God Bless you 91B and your family.
To: 91B
May you know
the peace and comfort
This heartfelt thought imparts-
The ones we love
are never gone,
They live within our hearts.
91B, his love for you and yours for him will shine in your heart into forever.I took it hard when my father died and I could feel his love and the memories were so sweet.You touched each others lives for so long and that will never go away....... never.
I am so sorry about your loss, truly sorry.
Snow Bunny
To: 91B
You have my deepest sympathy. Thank you for telling us about your wonderful grandfather....it is always good to read of a man or woman that made the most of their life.
158 posted on
11/13/2001 11:43:38 AM PST by
ruoflaw
To: 91B
I've read only your post and a few replies, so if someone else asked this, I apologize for the dual question. Do you have a photo of your grandfather (at any age) that you could post? The true essence of a person comes through so much more in a picture.
I didn't know either of my grandfathers very well; we moved away from them when I was a wee one, and the one I did spend time with was 6'4" and always rather frightening to me as a preschooler, although he was not a frightening man at all when I met him again as an adult. But I had one grandmother who was the most precious thing (person) to me in all the world when I was young. So I have something of an appreciation for what you feel right now. I pray God comforts you with the wonderful memories you have of your time with him.
To: 91B; anniegetyourgun; UB355; Patrick; TonyInOhio; kayak; ftrader; mystomachisturning; Lower55...
91B, here is the photo you Emailed of your beloved grandfather, Samuel Carter Gouge. What age was he in this photo, if you know?
To: 91B
God Be with you.
To: 91B
My warmest regards to you 91B. God has another helper in heaven. God Bless you & yours.
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