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Rest In Peace, Dad (Updated)

I just got word that my father has died.  He was a wonderful man, and I’ll really miss him. I love you Dad!

Ernest Begun (1915-2008)

Update: Thanks so much to everyone who posted and emailed such kind comments on my father’s passing. I really appreciate your thoughtfulness.

Here’s the somewhat unorthodox eulogy I read at my father’s funeral:

My father, who was very into politics, always enjoyed my political limericks. I’d like to think he’d also enjoy this limerick about him:

My dad, known as Ernest Begun
Will be missed by his wife and his son,
And his daughter, of course,
Cause our dad was the source
Of much joy and support and, yes, fun.

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8 Responses to “Rest In Peace, Dad (Updated)”

  1. Bryan says:
    January 21, 2008 at 7:53 pm

    My deepest condolences.

  2. Mark says:
    January 22, 2008 at 11:51 am

    My sympathies Mad.

  3. Ames Tiedeman says:
    January 23, 2008 at 8:02 am

    There is no cheer in death. Stay strong.

  4. Steve Bates says:
    January 23, 2008 at 11:53 am

    I am sorry for your loss, Mad. My deepest sympathies.

  5. Heidi says:
    January 26, 2008 at 5:07 pm

    Oh, I’m so sorry! Love, light and healing.

  6. Alan W says:
    January 29, 2008 at 9:40 am

    I’m sorry for your loss. Healing will happen, just watch!

  7. John says:
    February 2, 2008 at 6:04 pm

    You just reminded me about when my dad died a few years ago. It made me cry.

    Stay strong!

    John

  8. madkane says:
    February 5, 2008 at 12:51 am

    Thanks so much to all of you for your kind comments. I’m touched by your thoughtfulness.