My DaDa passed away last night. He’d been in hospital since just after Christmas so we all knew it was coming but, looking at this photograph and knowing the mischief that’s in those eyes, I still find it all a little difficult to take in. I don’t really know what else to say, but his photographs were so well received when I posted them here and on Damien’s blog I just felt like I should tell you all.
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Very sorry to hear that Claire.
Claire I’m so very sorry to hear about your loss – I’ll be thinking of you.
Very sorry.
Sincere condolences GP.
My deepest condolences Claire.
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So sorry to hear Claire, he will always live on in memory and through your fantastic photographs though!
He looks like such a kindred spirit! My condolences.
Hi Claire. Very sorry to hear that.
John.
Ach I am really sorry to hear that Claire. His passing makes your images all the more precious.
Sorry for your loss, Claire. I came across your blog only today, via a scenic route from Graham Linehan’s blog. For what it’s worth, I just want to say your animation work is really good.
Michael
My sincere condolences to you and your family Claire.
Really sorry to hear it Claire.
You’re right about those eyes in his photo, they look so enchanting.
Super portrait, but awful news. Very sorry for you and your family’s loss.
Really sorry to hear that Claire, your portraits of him, especially the Hands ones, are stunning
My condolences too.
Claire I am very sorry for you and your families loss.
Take care Claire.
Sympathies and prayers are with you Clare.
God comfort you and yours at this time.
Claire may I offer my deepest sympathy to you on the death of DaDa. Thank you for sharing him with us. Your photos will be a lasting memory of a great character.
Thank you all so very much, it’s given me a real boost today to read all your comments. It means a lot.
Oh, that’s sad news Claire, my condolences. I remember enjoying the great photos you took of your granddad last year. They are a wonderful legacy. He sure has lived a long life. If it’s any consolation I was the same age as you are now when my Dad died and my grandparents were long dead at that stage.
John, I have been so lucky with my grandparents, I had all but one of them alive until I was in my thirties. It gave me the chance to get to know them as an adult and I’m really grateful for that. Thanks for your kind thoughts.
Thinking of you and your family at this sad time, thank you for sharing this with us.
I’m so sorry to hear that. My condolences to you. What a wonderful way you have kept him alive though – that portrait is terrific. He looks like a great old gent and full of character.
So saddened to hear of your loss Claire, I’ve been in that same place myself a few years ago.
I wish you strength and comfort in the time ahead.
I have found that the photos I have of my Dad were a great comfort to me, even the crappy snapshot ones, you’re fortunate to have some great photos to evoke happy memories.
Claire, Im sorry to hear about this loss. Your photographs just get better, this one will will be remembered even more.
So sorry to hear that Claire.
F xxx
So so sorry to hear that Claire. Thinking of you!
Thanks again everyone, I’m so touched by all the comments, really it means an awful lot.
Claire,
My sincere condolences to you also. I’m always at a loss for words at such a time but know that we are all thinking about you at this time. Take care, Paige
my condolences Claire, very sorry to hear the news.
And mine too Claire
Thanks Paige, Ryan and Rick, we had the removal today and the funeral is tomorrow. I hate funerals (I know…who doesn’t?) so it’ll be a relief once it’s all done.
Just catching up on some reading of blogs and saw that your abuelo se murió…I am so sorry. My God heal your heart. I don’t know if we ever completely get over it. Some days I still mourn my granny but it is a soft thing and warms me heart to think of her. Blessings Belinda
Claire I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Belinda and Kimberly, thanks for stopping by.
Belinda…gracias y te extraño mucho mi hermana.
hey clairol just saw your picture of da da tonight …filled up big time i really miss him talk soon sarah xxx
I’m so sorry for your loss. You really captured his spirit in this portrait. Beautiful.
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