A dear friend died this weekend. He’d suffered for years, rarely complaining. He was the best father I’ve ever known, even doing little girl hairdos with matching bows to socks and dresses. His cardiac illness was first diagnosed twenty-three years ago, when his girls were tiny. Thankfully, he recovered some cardiac function, enabling him to guide his daughters into warm, lovely adults. Though it has to break their hearts to lose him, what a blessing it is his family had that twenty-three years. The girls knew a great father instead of always hearing what a wonderful father he would have been.
What a blessing to be whole again after so many years of pain and struggle. We’ll miss you, Randy. Our tears are only for ourselves.
Nutsrok 
So tough on those they leave behind. I hope you’re ok.
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Yes, his death was a long time coming. I am glad my sister was prepared.
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Have a good journey home, Randy.
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Thank you.
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I’m so sorry, Linda. Only the best fathers do little-girl-hairdo’s. Sounds like Randy was one of the best. <3
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He was a good guy.
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My condolences to you on theclost of your friend
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Thank you.
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Such a loving tribute. It is easy to tell what he meant to your family. Deepest sympathy. Van
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Thanks.
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I’m so sorry for your loss :( May he rest in peace.
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Thanks. He lived well.
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I am sorry for your loss, and I love the last line. That is exactly how I feel about mourning.
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Me too!
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Reblogged this on Anchors and Butterflies and commented:
Yes, Randy was a truly wonderful man and life-player! He played his roles well…
“The world is a better place because you were here, Randy.”
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Thanks for reblogging.
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I sympathy with you….
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Thanks.
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I am so sorry for your loss , may you find some peace and joy in the memories you have.
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Thanks, and peace to you.
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Every child should have a father that is as caring and involved as Randy. What a blessing that his fame had that time together. Prayers for all of you.
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Thanks
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I’m sorry for the loss of your friend. Thank you for sharing about him a bit.
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Thanks.
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You are welcome.
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Peace
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I am sorry for your loss.
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Thank you.
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My condolence.
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Thank you.
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Welcome
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I’m sorry for your loss. And so touched by your endearing words. What a tribute. Heartfelt.
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Thanks.
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Condolences to you & your family on your loss – he sounds like he was a wonderful guy
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He was. Thanks.
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I am sorry, my deeply felt sympathy!
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Thank you. This is my baby sister’s husband. You will meet her.
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Please accept my condolences. I’m sorry for the loss of your friend. <3 <3 <3
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Thank you
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My condolences to you and his family. Peace.
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Thank you
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What a lovely caring friend you are. Your last line is particularly moving and appropriate. Thank you for sharing this memory of Randy.
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Thank you
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Yes, he was a truly wonderful man and life-player! He played his roles well…
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