My Grandpa Died Today

My Grandpa (my mom's dad) died this afternoon. We knew he was not doing well and he was 89 but waking up this morning I had no idea it would be today. My Grandma, uncle & cousin were all with him and my mom (who is in Vancouver on her way back from an Alaskan vacation they had planned for a year) was able to talk with him on the phone before he died this afternoon.


I remember my Grandpa from my growing up days - fishing, camping, farming. I have great memories of spending time with him and my grandma on their farm. He square danced and even drove Winnebagos across America once he retired. Best of all, Grandpa & I almost shared birthdays. His was on March 25 & mine March 28. Growing up we celebrated our birthdays together. There were many years we didn't but in the last few years, we had been celebrating birthdays again. This picture was taken in March.

Thankfully I know I'll get to celebrate birthdays with him (if we have birthdays in heaven??) again someday. Please pray for my Grandma. She is a strong woman but Grandpa has been her life and caring for him has taken up most of her time for many years.

I love you Grandpa!