Lost a dear friend...

[cowpuc]

I left home when I was 15 (long long time ago), lived on the street for a while, a friends family took me in and raised me thru my teen years.. This friend passed away last friday. He was out doing yard work and scratched his arm. The scratch became infected and got severe enough that it had to be amputated!! After amputation he lasted a week in intensive care and he passed away.. 3 weeks after a a scratch on the arm my friend lost his life!!!

An autopsy showed a form of flesh eating bacteria which began at the scratch site. It also showed he had a compromised immune system due to sclorisis of the liver.. Apparently what happened to my buddy is pretty rare and usually only affects those who suffer with a low immune system..

My wife and I spent the day at the funeral, being pall bearer and than the evening with the family.. Dad and I talked about how hard it is to bury an offspring,, something that I hope and pray neither I nor any of you ever have to experience - tough stuff.. We cried together (of course) but than starting sharing stories of our memories of days past.. These memories were amazingly comforting to all of us, including Mom and Dad..

Upon leaving their home last night we all talked about the importance of continuing to build these good memories between each other and I wanted to pass a reminder along to my family here..

Its not the quantity or quality of the things we own that matter in the end,, its the sharing of those things, and our time, with others we love that seem to really count..

Just thought I would share...

Puc

[Bubber]

Along the same thoughts.

I have told my family when the time comes (hopefully a long time from now) to come and celebrate my life and laugh at all the good times, remember the stupid things we did and got away with and sometimes NOT.

Remember the life, there will time enough to morn, time enough to miss the person and the remember them for what it meant to you.

All those who have gone before us surely would want you to remember them with good thoughts and what they meant to you and the good times we all had together sharing each others life, laughter, heartache, joy and stories.

Prayers for your friend and may you remember him for all the great times you had together and shared each others life.

My deepest condolences to your loss.

God's speed to your friend and may you meet on the other side.

Steve

aka Bubber

[bill in mn]

Sorry to hear about your friend. Sounds like the family and he made a lasting impression on you and help make you the man you are today. I have a few friends that are in the last stages of their life's and it's hard to watch. You sound like a good friend and when you boil it away that's what counts. Hang in there and we'll all meet again. Bill & Crew

[Guest tx2sturgis]

Sorry to hear this sad news.

 

His mission here was complete. Take some comfort from that if possible.

 

I lost a good friend earlier this year and it leaves a big empty hole that hurts for a long time. I'm sorry for your loss, Puc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[bongobobny]

So very sorry for your loss...

[cowpuc]

Thanks for all the thoughtful and words of encouragement from my family here, you folks are a blessing!

Thank you

Puc

[etcswjoe]

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family.

[Yammer Dan]

Sorry for your loss. Prayers sent.

[Evan]

---- Its not the quantity or quality of the things we own that matter in the end,, its the sharing of those things, and our time, with others we love that seem to really count..

Just thought I would share...

Puc

 

So sorry for your loss but thanks for sharing this beautiful and important thought.

[Brake Pad]

Our prayers go out to you and your family, This family, feels your pain, and trust me, We hurt for you too.

[Barrycuda]

You and your wife are amazing people and we are sad for your recent loss. Getting to be around you both, I know he is proud of you and how you overcame adversity. When my mom died 2 years ago, some wise person said, no matter what, the one thing that will never be gone is the memories. Keep those memories of him alive...

[Squidley]

Sorry to hear of the passing Puc, my brothers outcome today could have been a lot worse, but he's still here with us. Y'all take care of yourselves and the good memories will outweigh the sadness with time.

[N3FOL]

I am sorry for your loss cowpuc. 🙏 Prayers...

[Caveman]

So sorry for your loss puc. We only have a short time on this earth to live and love. We must share it while we are here...make it count. Prayers for you and your "family".