Not-so Thanksgiving (please send up a prayer)

[PhiliciaR]

I got up thanksgiving morning with wonderful plans for the day, even though I slept in a bit.
I got up and fly my Red tail (as I am a licensed falconer), did a bunch of nothing while watching football, and then go ready for the big feast at grandma's house. She is my true fathers(johnny) mom(she played a big part in my life growing up), not my dads(ed) mom (the man my mom was with when I was born).
We got to my grandmas house around 2:30 in the afternoon, and I immediately headed i to the kitchen, so I set down my phone and wallet,to help out with dinner.
I missed a call from an unknown to me caller, and a voice mail was left. I noticed I had missed the call so I ,as normal, listened to the voicemail first to see who had called me, it was my dads(Ed's) brother, uncle Ben. He told me he had some bad news about my father, I called him back quickly, but no answer. So I called Eds mom, my grandma (IF YOU DONT WANT TO READ ANYTHING SAD LEAVE NOW) and all she could muster to me was Philicia they shot him, they shot Eddy and stole his rig(he drove truck for a living). A that point I couldnt listen anymore, I had to go before I completely broke down, I got off the phone and fell to my knees in tears.

Please keep my daddy in your prayers and they catch the $0B that killed my dad!! Also pray for his mother, A mom should never have to watch her son being berried!

I just wonder how much would have been different if my dad could legally carry concealed.
Things would have probably been a lot different.

 

[nofearengineer]

Oh, Phillicia, I'm so sorry to hear this. The loss of a parent, in such a terrible way is a big burden for you to bear. I know there's nothing I can say that will make a dent in that. My prayers are with your father, your family, and you.

 

[wildheart]

"Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us everyday,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear."

"Death leaves a heartache
No one can heal;
Love leaves a memory
No one can steal."

My deepest condolences to you and your family.

 

[Pheonix Rising]

This is do terrible and you have every right to be angry right now
I hope that they catch these horrible people and they pay for their crime by spending the rest of their lives in jail reminded every day of what they have done and the pain they have caused
I hope they hurt as much as you and your family are hurting

I know it does not seem like it but things will get better with time and we all here keep you in our prayers
Your dad is Now free to watch over you And guide you
please rest assured he will be with you whenever you need him and helping guide you thru these times and times to come
he loves you and he knows you loved him
so rest easy and take comfort from your family

 

[Von1983]

I cannot imagine how you are feeling just now. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. There are some wicked people on this planet. I'm just so sorry your Daddy had to meet one of them.

Thinking of you xx

 

[wildheart]

I just wonder how much would have been different if my dad could legally carry concealed.
Things would have probably been a lot different.

Pondering on what if will only make your sorrow bottomless.

Revenge towards the thing that did it will bring hatred, hurt, anger and resentment and will always guide you away from healing.

Try and distance yourself from the wrongful action and embrace the loving memories of your daddy.

Give your sorrow to God and He will deal with the negative and carry you until you are ready to stand again.

 

[antoinette]

Dear Lord, I pray that you would take the soul of this kind man into your arms, comfort him and welcome him into your eternal kingdom. I pray that you give comfort to his family, brothers, sisters, aunt's and uncles, and friends, help them to bear this terrible loss. I pray for all people that have been murdered and their families.

Next, I pray for the family to be given the strength to not hate the man that committed this terrible crime, knowing that, difficult as it may be for us to understand, you still love him and that Jesus has commanded me to love him too. Lord, this is the hardest commandment that we have; I know that we can only even attempt it with your help. I pray for all those that have committed such crimes should come to repentance and receive your forgiveness. I pray that those who may be tempted to commit such crimes should realize how wrong their urges are and seek help, from Earthly counselors and, most importantly, from you.

I pray in Jesus' name.
Amen

My prayers are with you and your family

 

[HRH Di]

I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is one of the worst things we have to go through. I wish I could think of something to say that would make you feel better, but listen to Linky. I know it's very soon, but don't let revenge and bitterness get a foothold.

 

[PhiliciaR]

I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is one of the worst things we have to go through. I wish I could think of something to say that would make you feel better, but listen to Linky. I know it's very soon, but don't let revenge and bitterness get a foothold.

A quote my husband says quite often:
"Vengeance is mine says the Lord", i wont hate them, because they will get what they deserve in the end. I just miss him

 

[bogo1]

Know you are in the thoughts and prayers of friends and strangers around the world. The missing will one day ease for you but its presence now speaks to your love of your father.

 

[Mrspy]

I'm very sorry for your loss. I'll be praying.....

 

[Dbittner54]

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

 

[PhiliciaR]

I found out two days ago that the same men my father thwarted from robbing that bar struck again.

Luckily it was after closing time and only one person was there, nobody lost their lives but they were successful at getting their money this time.

Also his funeral is at 9:30 am on Tuesday (tomorrow) mourning.

 

[Pheonix Rising]

Good luck with the funeral hope all goes well

I'm wondering however if they know who did it why have they not been arrested and jailed yet ???
Hope they get them soon so you can have peace of mind and justice can be found

 

[PhiliciaR]

Good luck with the funeral hope all goes well

I'm wondering however if they know who did it why have they not been arrested and jailed yet ???
Hope they get them soon so you can have peace of mind and justice can be found

Then two men were wearing masks and gloves making it nearly impossible t identify them. They have begun asking the public for help because they have NO leads.

 

[antoinette]

Be strong, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad sad time.
Your father will want you to stand proud, keep your faith.
Remember the wheel turns, one day, they will have to answer to the mighty above