Doug's grandpa passed away & today was his funeral. We were really sad that we could not be there & be with family & loved ones in this difficult time. It is moments like this that make it very hard to be away. Grandpa had been dealing with diabetes for many years and over the last year or so, it was getting really painful & time consuming. He was on dialysis like 3 times a week. He began growing weaker & weaker the past few months & that is when he decided to stop treatment. He knew it awas his time & wanted to prepare his family for what to come. Grandpa passed away on Friday. He was a wonderful man who's life was filled with love & kindness. Doug's mom forwarded us an outline of the funeral with some details about his life. "Grandpa was a teacher, builder, creator, author, and leader in the community and at home. He was a hunter, farmer, gardener and repairman (he could fix anything). He was a sportsman---fishing (tying his own flies), basketball, baseball, football, skiing, tennis, golf---; an active and passive participant. He enjoyed camping, family gatherings, and photography. He enjoyed music, mechanics, world travel, Life-long learning, and activities with friends from all walks of life." It was great to read about him & to see how loved he was by his children, grandchildren, & friends.
I never really got the chance to know Grandpa Howell, but he was such a sweet man. Whenever I was around him, he would blow me a kiss! :) Just like in this picture.
(Grandma & Grandpa Howell with us on our wedding day)Grandpa, we love you so much & are going to miss you! You will always be in our hearts & memories. Thank you for your great example!
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He sounded like a wonderful man. Our deepest sympathy's to you and your family. How grateful we are to have the Plan of Salvation! We love you guys!
My thoughts and prayers are with you..I'm so so sorry for your loss...I love you both!
It isn't easy to say goodbye to loved ones even though we know they are going home to their Father in Heaven and will be free from pain and suffering. I think we are sad cause we won't see them for a while. Thank goodness for the comfort that comes through the Holy Ghost. May he be with you Doug, Rachel and all your family at this time.
Love, Mom
We send out love and prayers. It's always hard to lose a loved one, especially being so far away. Hope all is well for you guys.
I am so sorry to hear that Doug and Rach. He looks and sounds like a wonderful man. Love you guys!
It doesn't matter the age it is always hard to lose them!! He looks like a sweet man! I am so sorry for your loss!
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