The call everyone dreads...
I finally got the call. My Dad called me last night a lil after 9 o'clock and told me my grandfather had passed away on Valentines night. He said he didn't call me when it happened b/c he didn't want to ruin my Valentines Day. He passed painlessly in his sleep-which is the most that I could ask for. I miss him so much, but I am glad he isn't suffering anymore. I know that if there is a heaven that he is there with my grandmother. He was always a romantic and it's just natural he wanted to spend Valentines Day with his wife. He was such a great grandfather. He was the only grandfather I ever knew, and I feel so lucky that I was at least able to be close to him and know him for 18 years. Some people never get to know their grandparents so I am truly grateful for being able to have them in my life. He was my last surviving grandparent. It's really hard to believe he is actually gone. I knew I should have gone home this past weekend, maybe then I would have gotten to see him one last time. There were so many questions I wanted to ask, stories I wanted to hear, and time I wanted to spend with him that will now never be attained. I wish I could have known him when he was young and full of life.He was a great man- a great husband, father, grandfather, friend, worker and a very devout Christian. I wish my baby sister had the chance to know my grandparents. She will know them in a way- through the memories me and my family share with her. Ralph Clements was a great man and will truly be missed by all.
To my Grandpa-
Thanks for everything Grandpa! Thanks for all the laughs, hugs, jokes, Wendy's frosties(every single day after daycare-I am sure Mom loved that!), times at Holiday Foods, playing with me, taking me to Church when Mom and Dad wouldn't, spoiling me and Alicia rotten, always taking our side when grams got mad, for being the best babysitter ever,and for letting me spend 18 amazing years getting to know you. You are(not were) the best grandfather I could have asked for. I am glad you aren't suffering anymore. And I know I never said it enough, but...I love you Grandpa and I will never forget you. I wish I could have known you better, but I am so thankful for the time I got to spend with you. Thank you for everything.
To my Grandpa-
Thanks for everything Grandpa! Thanks for all the laughs, hugs, jokes, Wendy's frosties(every single day after daycare-I am sure Mom loved that!), times at Holiday Foods, playing with me, taking me to Church when Mom and Dad wouldn't, spoiling me and Alicia rotten, always taking our side when grams got mad, for being the best babysitter ever,and for letting me spend 18 amazing years getting to know you. You are(not were) the best grandfather I could have asked for. I am glad you aren't suffering anymore. And I know I never said it enough, but...I love you Grandpa and I will never forget you. I wish I could have known you better, but I am so thankful for the time I got to spend with you. Thank you for everything.