Mar 07
Its never good bye, it’s see you later.
Dad passed away tonight shortly after I posted the previous note. He left us around 6:57pm CST. He went peacefully, which is how he specified he would like to go. Things are pretty down in the household tonight. This is a very new feeling and experience for us all. Mom is doing as well as she can. She has expressed many times how extremely happy she is that everyone made it back home for Dad – Emily, the baby Sean, and I made it from Cincinnati; Sean flew in from Seattle. Megan was here from across the river and Uncle Robby made the trek up from North Carolina. Uncle Robby was a great help with everything. He has worked with Hospice before and knew what to expect and let us know ahead of time. It was nice hearing things from a loved one instead of a nurse (although the nurses di do a great job). Mom expressed a number of times how happy she was that Emily and I made it up with little Sean. When she spoke to dad a few days ago, Dad said the only thing he never got to do was hold his grandson. We made sure that happened for a long while today. Sean laid in Grandpop’s arms very peacefully and even slept for a while.
The next few days certainly won’t be easy for any of us. There are a lot of steps to take care of and many feelings going around. We are all happy that dad has made the next step. He went very peacefully. We are surely going to miss him more than anyone knows. Colonel Lawrence Cahill Jr. will be missed be many people – Air Force, American Red Cross, Friends, Family,. We love you Dad! Keep watching over little Sean!
March 7th, 2008 at 8:03 am
Wow…I’m so sorry. Your family will most definitely be in my thoughts and prayers.
March 7th, 2008 at 10:09 am
Paul, a I terribly sorry for your loss. I am thrilled to hear that you, Emily and Sean made it to your father prior to his passing. You will hold the memory of Sean in his arms very dear for a long time. Your entire family is in my prayers. Have very safe travel back home.
March 7th, 2008 at 10:13 am
I am so sorry. I love you all so much. If there is anything that I can do please let me know.
March 7th, 2008 at 12:43 pm
We are so sorry to hear about Lary’s passing…we send our most sincere condolences and big hugs to all of you. You are in our thoughts and hearts now, as always.
March 7th, 2008 at 1:13 pm
Paul, I am so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. I to lost my father years ago. I know and feel your feeelings. take care and remember it was not the destation of his life you will remember but his journey. Love to you and Em, Terri
March 7th, 2008 at 1:20 pm
I am so sorry for your loss Paul, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
March 7th, 2008 at 2:20 pm
Paul & Sean,
Greeting and hugs. It so hard to hear the news today. Me and my families thoughts go out to you and yours. My father just passed from Liver Cancer 5 months ago, and I know how hard this is. Just want you to know that we’re think about you guys, and if you need anything just ask. Congrats on the new baby Sean! He’s a beautiful boy.
Peace & love
Travis, Victoria & Oliver Stampley
March 7th, 2008 at 2:38 pm
Sorry, Paul 🙁 Your a strong man and I know you’ll get through this just fine. You both know you can always call on me if you need anything.