monstermetal Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 I don't know how to say this so I'll just say it like it is. When I arrived at the shop this morning I found my oldest son Andrew had taken his life. He is a good kid and a strong man who was liked by everyone who knew him. I wish I understood what he felt I I truly hope he knew his place in my heart. I would welcome your prayer Quote
ThomasPowers Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 You have my prayers for your son, yourself and your family. As a parent and grandparent I know how deeply one feels for one's children. Quote
Bentiron1946 Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 I'm really sorry you had to find him like that, I'm praying as I type, may God grant you peace in the days and weeks to come. It is so hard to try and understand what brings a man to the point in his life where he wants to end it all. I'm sure he knew in the depths of his heart how much you loved and cared for him, it was just the rest of his life that overcame him. May you come to accept his decision as no reflection of a short coming on your part in his life. Having a son who has been to the brink of taking his own life there comes a time when you realize that at some point they become their own men and no matter how much you love and care for them they will do what they feel necessary. I will be praying for you and his mother for a long long time to come. Jerry Quote
Old N Rusty Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 Oh! how I feel for you and your wife! That has to be the very worst thing a parent can have hit them. I just am overwhelmed with sorrow for y'all, I will pray. Be strong man. Quote
Sask Mark Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 Larry, you and your entire family have my deepest sympathies and condolesces. I know it doesn't mean that much coming from someone that you will probably never meet in person, but I truly do wish you the best in a bad situation. Mark Quote
Fosterob Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 I am sorry to hear that. Our best wishes and prayers for you. Rob Quote
Rodney Skinner Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 May the Lord walk with you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers Quote
CurlyGeorge Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 Larry, My wife and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family. We are truly sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all from ILL. George Quote
MattBower Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 Larry, as a father of five myself I can barely imagine how you must feel right now. May God give peace to you, your family, and most of all your departed son. Quote
Dillon Sculpture Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 My heart goes out to you and your family, I deeply sorry for your loss. Quote
K. Bryan Morgan Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 I'm stunned. I am so sorry for your loss Larry. Prayers and thoughts with you and your family in this time grief. Quote
ptree Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 Larry, I don't have anything to offer that will help. The tragic loss of a child in this manner is devastating. I know as that is how my son left us. Prayers are going up. Quote
Timothy Miller Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 I am profoundly saddened to hear this news you are in my thoughts and prayers. Quote
781 Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 Sorry for your loss A father should never have to burry a child Quote
RLD Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 Thoughts and Prayers from our outfit to yours. God Bless Quote
bigfootnampa Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 I am so sorry to hear of this Larry! I have a 17 year old son myself and worry that I may suffer as you are one day. I wish that I/we could help them... more. How do we teach the beauty of life? How can we offer HOPE? I wish that I knew as I fear my efforts are inadequate. May God take up our burdens when we fail to carry them. Quote
JNewman Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 I am so sorry to hear about this Larry. I cannot imagine how hard this must be for you and you have my deepest sympathy. Quote
teenylittlemetalguy Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 Our prayers are with you and your whole family Quote
Thomas Dean Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 Larry, there are no words that I can say to help, I know. But do know this, our hearts break for you loss. I pray that our GOD will wrap HIS loving arms around you and your family during this difficult time and you will know of HIS presence. Quote
Glenn Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 Sincere condolences from our family to yours. Quote
WmHorus Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 Larry I am so sorry, I wish you and your family well and are in my prayers, if there is anything I can do let me know. Quote
monstermetal Posted August 12, 2011 Author Posted August 12, 2011 I am so sorry to hear of this Larry! I have a 17 year old son myself and worry that I may suffer as you are one day. I wish that I/we could help them... more. How do we teach the beauty of life? How can we offer HOPE? I wish that I knew as I fear my efforts are inadequate. May God take up our burdens when we fail to carry them. Part of what troubles me most about this is the fact that Andrew did not have the typical problems... at 19 most people mistook him for 25.. He was not into drugs or trouble, He was a hard worker and well liked by everyone.... At this point every indication is the biggest factor was a girl... Which I understand love can be tough especially at 19 But he had so much other stuff... He had been down and I missed cry's for help.... He posted on his face book page several times in the last few days that he just wanted to go to sleep and make it go away.... I am so sorry I was not there for him.... I saw him last at 7 last night in the shop.... Id thought I lost my keys and was freaking out and left without telling him I was going... This morning when I went in the shop lights where on, door open and his dog came out to meet me.... And I found him cold and lifeless... I am so sorry I was not there for him.... Quote
Mainely,Bob Posted August 13, 2011 Posted August 13, 2011 Words are insufficient to say what my heart feels Larry. I will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts and ask the Goddess,God and Great Spirit to hold you in their arms. With your permission I will put your family`s name into our healing circle during the full moon ceremony tomorrow evening. Much love to you and yours Brother. Quote
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