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MO, USA
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Posted: 1/3/2009 5:50:45 PM EDT
[Last Edit: cloverleaf]
Kelly passed away 02 September, 2 days after our 23rd anniversary, after a long battle with MS. Meeting her was the best thing that ever happened to me, and she is finally at peace. She lived life to the fullest, and despite her illness she never lost her faith.
She taught me so much about unconditional love, the importance of laughter; she accepted my daughters as her own, she was nothing short of amazing. Kelly talked me into going back to college full time to finish my degree while she was a librarian. She did so much for me. I cared for her at home for 12+ years, we hired a CNA for while I was at work. Her last 2 years were in a nursing home, but I stopped each evening to visit with her, feed her supper, brush her teeth. God, what I would give to hold her just one more time. Kelly and me, her last photo 
Over the Grand Canyon (her first helicopter ride) 
When Kelly and my girls posed for this, I was embarrassed (what I tight––- I was then). Now it's my screen saver, and both daughters have prints displayed in their homes. 
Here we are in front of Fish Creek Falls, in CO. She loved that place, and we went there often. 
Kelly was always happy if she had a book and a cat in her lap. Resting in New Mexico, when we lived there. 
After a spring drive along the Outlaw Trail in Brown's Park, CO. 
Kelly on a bridge in Steamboat Springs. 
In the mountains we loved. She looked better in jeans and a sweatshirt than I looked in a suit. 
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Posted: 1/3/2009 5:52:54 PM EDT
[#1]
sorry for your loss
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Posted: 1/3/2009 5:55:22 PM EDT
[#2]
You were lucky to have her. Sorry..
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Posted: 1/3/2009 5:55:51 PM EDT
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I'm certain you made her time here the very best.
Cherish the times. My condolences to you and your family, sir. |
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Posted: 1/3/2009 5:55:59 PM EDT
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You are an amazing guy , it must have been tough for you.
I'm so sorry for your loss Prayers sent Cheers Taffy |
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Posted: 1/3/2009 5:57:15 PM EDT
[#5]
Sorry for your loss. It looks like the two of you had a wonderful life together.
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Posted: 1/3/2009 6:00:42 PM EDT
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Prayers inbound for you and yours. I'm so sorry for your loss. She sounds like she was a good person and partner to you and taught much to those around her.
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Posted: 1/3/2009 6:04:59 PM EDT
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A beautiful woman OP and a terrible loss.
My condolences on the death of your wife. |
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Posted: 1/3/2009 6:11:50 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/3/2009 6:12:27 PM EDT
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she's beautiful, and it looks like you two had some amazing times together. I can't imagine the loss you must be feeling, but please know that you are not alone... several other members here have lost their wives over the past couple of years, and I know that they would be willing to lend an ear (or a shoulder) if you need it...
you will be in our prayers... |
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ID, USA
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Posted: 1/3/2009 6:18:45 PM EDT
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Sorry for your loss.
You did a great thing and I commend you on setting a great example for the rest of us to live up too when it comes to loving our wives as Christ loved us. Not enough men today would do what you did. And even fewer would even understand why. Thanks for sharing! |
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Posted: 1/3/2009 6:29:20 PM EDT
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Truly sorry for your loss.
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Posted: 1/3/2009 7:21:16 PM EDT
[#12]
Very sad. Sorry for your loss....
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USA
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Posted: 1/3/2009 7:31:01 PM EDT
[#13]
To the OP, sorry for your loss and your story actually made me tear up a bit. Just know that she is looking down and is always with you.
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TN, USA
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Posted: 1/3/2009 7:41:08 PM EDT
[Last Edit: TwinLocust]
[#14]
I've always thought that we miss the loved ones we lose more because of how much we knew they loved us than for how much we loved them.
There are truly special people in the world and it appears that two of them found each other. You're blessed. My condolences for your loss. |
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NM, USA
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Posted: 1/3/2009 8:07:14 PM EDT
[#15]
My condolences.
Resquiescat in pace. |
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Posted: 1/3/2009 8:17:31 PM EDT
[#16]
You have my utmost respect for taking care of her the way you did.
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Posted: 1/3/2009 8:25:18 PM EDT
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Cloverleaf, my friend, she is waiting for you in a better place. I am sure of it.
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Posted: 1/3/2009 8:25:18 PM EDT
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There are many times when I miss ETH.
But at this time, I know he would post something incredibly touching. |
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Posted: 1/3/2009 8:26:44 PM EDT
[#19]
Those pics are hard to look at, must have some dust in my eye.
Very sorry for your loss. This is something I don't want to have to deal with.
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Posted: 1/3/2009 8:37:29 PM EDT
[#20]
You are blessed to have had such a wonderful woman in your life.
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Posted: 1/3/2009 8:49:00 PM EDT
[#21]
Originally Posted By donniebre:
You were lucky to have her. Sorry.. Yes and she was lucky to have you to care for her when she needed it. May God heal your heart quickly as she would want it for you. - Lee |
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Posted: 1/3/2009 11:05:40 PM EDT
[#22]
I'm so sorry for your loss. As others have mentioned, I very much respect all that you did to give her a full life. It's obvious how much you both cared for each other just from those few pics and from your post. It'll take time to learn how to live your life now, but you will get there. There's no set amount of time, as we're all different, but many of us are here for you anytime you want to talk. Don't hesitate to IM me if I can be of some help. Lots of good people on here will tell you the same thing, and the offer is sincere.
I will be praying for your comfort. |
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Posted: 1/3/2009 11:23:21 PM EDT
[#23]
Sorry for your loss.
My wife's uncle cared for his wife as Lou Gherig's disease took its toll. I can't imagine watching a loved one battle something for so long with little to no hope in sight. Thoughts will be with you and yours. |
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AR, USA
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Posted: 1/3/2009 11:47:19 PM EDT
[#24]
feeling your pain , my wife was diagnosed with ms 5 years ago, hard to hear a doc tell you that you will outlive your spouse. prayers sent for your comfort
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Posted: 1/3/2009 11:51:50 PM EDT
[#25]
Sorry bro
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Posted: 1/4/2009 2:25:43 PM EDT
[#26]
Don't forget the good times, and don't dwell on the bad times. Celebrate her life.
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Posted: 1/5/2009 5:31:58 PM EDT
[#27]
Sorry for your loss. She is in heaven looking down on you so keep safe until you two meet again
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Posted: 1/6/2009 6:16:40 PM EDT
[#28]
My prayers are with you, sir.
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Posted: 1/6/2009 6:25:26 PM EDT
[#29]
You Honored your Oath, as in sickness and in health.
You are a good and faithful husband. You are entitled to grieve. You are also expected to recover from your grief and carry on with your life. You did right by her; after a decent time, do right by yourself. |
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IN, USA
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Posted: 1/6/2009 7:56:55 PM EDT
[#30]
Prayers sent.
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MO, USA
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Posted: 1/9/2009 8:17:44 PM EDT
[#31]
Thank you, everyone. You're good people.
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Posted: 1/9/2009 8:22:13 PM EDT
[#32]
thank you sir, you have set a high standard for the rest of us
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Posted: 1/11/2009 9:46:56 PM EDT
[#33]
She was lucky to have you too. Not many would have the strength to do for her what you did.
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SC, USA
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Posted: 1/20/2009 2:06:01 PM EDT
[#34]
Originally Posted By Lester_Burnham:
She was lucky to have you too. Not many would have the strength to do for her what you did. “Well done, good and faithful servant… enter into the joy of your master.” |
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USA
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Posted: 1/20/2009 5:23:45 PM EDT
[#35]
i offer you my belated, but truly heartfelt prayers for your wife and condolences to you and your family.
be strong. |
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MO, USA
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Posted: 1/24/2009 10:38:24 PM EDT
[Last Edit: cloverleaf]
[#36]
When she posed with my girls in front of Pizza Hut, and insisted that I take this picture, I was mortified –– now it's one of my favorite photos. It epitomized her free spirit. Both daughters have this photo prominently displayed in their homes, and it's my screen saver. She taught me not to be self-conscious. http://i408.photobucket.com/albums/pp165/cloverleaf_55/Kelly/Kelly%20Memorial/Kelly001.jpg |
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Posted: 1/26/2009 8:06:03 PM EDT
[#37]
Belated condolences.
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Posted: 1/26/2009 8:21:02 PM EDT
[#38]
Man, great story for such a beautiful woman. I am sorry for your loss, but I am glad you felt comfortable enough to share her story with us. You sir are one of the good ones.
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FL, USA
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Posted: 2/14/2009 12:10:45 AM EDT
[#39]
I think my eyes are a bit leaky.
Sorry for your loss. I really am.
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MO, USA
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Posted: 2/24/2009 10:32:41 PM EDT
[#40]
Some more photos of Kelly:
Here we are in front of a beaver pond in the mountains of Colorado –– she was a lot better looking than me! 
At her parents in Austin, when we first met 
Here she is, looking good before heading to work. Kelly was a librarian. 
And a picture a few months after we married. Kelly & I with my daughters. 
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Posted: 2/24/2009 10:42:48 PM EDT
[#41]
thanks for continuing to post pictures of her - her smile brightens my day every time I see it.
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Posted: 2/24/2009 10:58:33 PM EDT
[#42]
So sorry for you and your family, bro.
Prayers for all . . . .
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MO, USA
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Posted: 2/25/2009 7:53:45 PM EDT
[#43]
Thanks Donne3,
It helps me to post those, so I am glad that you also like her smile –– looking through our photo albums it amazes me to realize just how much she smiled. I need to get a decent scanner, though. We met in TX, then I moved her all over the country for my work. She never complained, except when we had to leave NM. She loved it there best, I think partly because my office was about 200 yards from our house so I was home for lunch every day. She had a great view of a sandstone cliff behind the house, and she never tired of watching the birds fly near it. |
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Posted: 7/21/2009 1:23:19 AM EDT
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I'm very sorry for your loss. You seem to be a great father/husband.
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Posted: 8/7/2009 1:11:37 PM EDT
[#45]
Sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers.
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FL, USA
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Posted: 8/22/2009 12:58:51 AM EDT
[#46]
i wish i could take your pain away friend
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Posted: 8/27/2009 2:10:01 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By coldair: thank you sir, you have set a high standard for the rest of us An amazingly high standard. God bless you and thank you for sharing with us. |
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Posted: 10/26/2009 1:05:37 AM EDT
[#48]
RIP, Kelly |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 11/6/2009 6:44:00 PM EDT
[#49]
Cloverleaf, you have my condolences. May your late wife RIP. God bless her soul.
My gf and her mom both have MS. I pray my daughter never develops that ugly disease. I will pray for your children as well. More attention needs to be given to FIGHTING MS on a national level!!! You sir, are truly a great individual. Stay strong. |
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Posted: 6/11/2015 9:19:02 PM EDT
[#50]
I'm not a religious guy, but bless you man. I honestly don't know what I would do in your shoes.
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