Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Peace

Joseph Richard F.
January 20, 1935 - June 24, 2008
"Grampa Joe"
Joe, Washington DC, 1945



Joe & Kate

in Ohio with 5 of 6 children

Dan, Kathi, Rick, Tony and Jeff


January, 1984

36 awesome people had somethin' to say...:

Heather said...

Oh, Danielle. I'm so sorry. Thinking about you.

Jennifer said...

So sorry. *hugs*

Talisman said...

*hugs*

Bobbi's Book Nook said...

Sorry for your loss! I love the photos; there's nothing better than "old" family photos.

petit elefant said...

You're never ready for it. Ever.

Mrs. R said...

I heart Grandpa Joe. I am so glad you share that letter and had a chance to go back.

big hugs.

leezee52 said...

Oh my so sorry...I know you will have a lot of fond memories of your Grandpa and the photos are priceless. Take care girl friend!

noble pig said...

I am so sorry but so thankful you got to spend those moments with him. You will always have him in your heart.

noreen said...

great pictures, they remind me of my grandpa, I miss his still

American in Norway said...

So Sorry for your loss! Popping by from SITS to show some love.... Great blog!

The Mom said...

Those are amazing shots, I hope you have wonderful memories!

Happy SITS love!

Sarah Mae said...

That was a beautiful way to honor him.

Now I have to go find your funny posts that I'm hearing all about from SITS!

Lane Boyz Mom said...

I'm so very sorry for your loss!!!

Hot Tub Lizzy said...

I'm so sorry!! Grampa's are such wonderful people. Those pictures are wonderful.

Party of 5 said...

Beautiful pictures.

John Deere Mom said...

So sorry. Hope your comment love takes your mind off the sandness at least for one day...

Sue said...

Hey SITSta - beautiful memories and moments you shared...also, fabulous blog. And also: you look like a prettier Reese Witherspoon. :)

Rhea said...

I'm sorry about Grandpa Joe. Love the pictures.

Feathering My Nest said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. This is a loving tribute. Hugs, Kathi

Rph Mommy said...

So sorry for your loss. Beautiful tribute.
(((HUGS)))

EmBee said...

A lovely tribute.
My condolences to you and your family.

Kristin said...

The pictures made me smile, I bet they made your grandpa smile as well ;) hugs to you today!

*J said...

A picture tribute .. Something to look at and smile. Prayers to you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Z's Mom said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. Your post is a lovely way to remember your Grandpa!

LaDeana said...

Thank you for sharing the pics and the letter. I was very moved. I am sorry for your loss.

leezee52 said...

Hi Danielle,
I want to say I hope today is much better than yesterday. Hey... congrats on being the SITS girl of the day! Take care I'll be back.
Lee

Mrs. Parks said...

I feel your sadness.
Fill your heart with happy memories, it's the best way to honor the people you love.
~bigbloghug~

Kaza said...

Wonderful photos. I'm sorry you're in mourning for your beloved Grampa. Big hug to you.

Danielle-lee said...

I sorry. I am so very glad that you went. I love the pictures!
hugs to you.

Lauren said...

I love the pictures Danielle. Kenny's dad passed away 3 years ago, same date :( So glad you got to go home to see him.

Thinking of you and your family...

L

jen721 said...

Great photo tribute. He would be proud

Dena said...

Thinking of your family. :)

Danielle said...

Thank you everyone for your thoughts and well wishes. They are truly appreciated...

MereCat said...

Oh sweet girl. I'm so sorry. These things are so hard. But I must say that your photo tribute is fantastic. Those are the kinds of pictures we can all relate to. Brings us all together, somehow.

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm thinking of you.

Chubby Mom said...

So...so...sorry.

Thank you for sharing the pictures. What a beautiful way to commemorate him.

StitchinByTheLake said...

May God bless you with thankfulness for having known him, with strength for living through the process of missing him, and with hope for seeing him again one day. My heart hurts for you.