Saturday, September 1, 2012

Saying Goodbye

Early Wednesday morning we lost Gene's Dad.  He lived a long life (he would have been 99 in December)....but it is still hard to see him go.

This is a photo of him taken one day when he just arrived home from work.  He had many jobs over his life, but he worked the longest as a construction plumber.  



.....and here he is just recently.  He was a great talker and story teller and had written many books about his life....so we can continue to share his thoughts for years to come.  He loved politics and a good argument and he was happiest when someone would spar with him.


Goodbye Pierce James Mullaly.....you will be missed!
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15 comments:

  1. LoriSeptember 1, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    Wow, he lived a long life. God bless you all during this time.

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  2. dianeSeptember 1, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    My condolences to you all. It's so hard to lose a Dad, but his legacy lives on in his family. Thinking of you!

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  3. sandraSeptember 1, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    What a sweet man and how special to have his written memories to read over and over. Blessings and prayers to you all. ♥♥

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  4. belarminaSeptember 1, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    es muy triste perder a quien se quiere, mi pésame para la familia

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  5. SusySeptember 1, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    Dear Gene and Jo Ann,
    Thank you for sharing the beautiful photos and words about your dad. It's never easy losing a parent. They are very special people who have known us the longest and know us the best. Love to you all,
    Bill, Susy and Tom Boyer

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  6. DianeSeptember 1, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    My sympathies to you and yours. My grandma passed away in July-she would have been 100 on Dec 4th. You just sorta think they'll always be there. take care.

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    1. JAMSeptember 1, 2012 at 10:06 PM

      That is exactly how you feel!

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    2. Larkrise garden girlSeptember 2, 2012 at 12:49 PM

      I am so sorry for your loss Jo Ann.Gene's dad life sounded so interesting.HUgs and prayers, Cheri

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    3. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2012 at 9:53 PM

      What a legacy for your family...such a great father, grandpa, and father-in-law. Marilee

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    4. socaldinahSeptember 10, 2012 at 7:26 AM

      I didn't see this earlier and am so sorry for your loss. I love his name...Pierce James....what a great Name! I am sure he will be truly missed.

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  7. WoolenSailsSeptember 1, 2012 at 4:36 PM

    I am sorry to hear about your father in law, he sounds like a wonderful man, who left a lot of wonderful memories in your hearts. My sympathies for you and your family and may you be blessed with his memories.

    Debbie

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  8. Roberta September 1, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    I'm sorry for your loss. He sounds like he had an interesting life and how wonderful that he took the time to record some of his memories! I still miss my parents even though they've been gone for years now. I treasure the letters and memories I have from them. ~Roberta

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  9. MaxineSeptember 2, 2012 at 10:33 AM

    Isn't your family blessed to have had him for such a long, long time! Many condolences to you and yours.

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  10. AnonymousSeptember 5, 2012 at 7:05 PM

    I am so sorry to hear of his passing. You were fortunate to have him so long, but one is never really ready to let go. I hope you'll share some of his stories on the blog, when you are ready to do so.

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  11. Cindy PoindexterSeptember 10, 2012 at 7:38 PM

    So sorry to read about your father in law passing.

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