It was exactly a year ago today that my step-father Tiny passed away. It’s hard to fathom that this much time has passed since then. I have to say, although me and him were not like a typical son and dad thing, I do miss him. I really think he would have enjoyed seeing Dylan grow up.
I suppose it’s fitting that today mom has Dylan for the day. I imagine she’s going to have a rough day today. Believe me, I’ll be doing my best to give her a call tonite after she’s had a bit of time to herself. I don’t imagine it’s easy.
All of that being said, it is sad that he’s no longer with us, but at the same time, I’m sure wherever he is now, he’s not in any pain, and is probably working doing something. The man never did stop.
EDIT (December 11/08): Found this in yesterday’s paper. It’s from his daughters:
DOW – In loving memory of Perley Stuart Dow Jr. who passed away 1 year ago December 10, 2007. God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, So He put his arms around you And whispered come to me, With tearful eyes we watched You and saw you pass away, And although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay, A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands at rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us That He only takes the best. Sadly missed and forever loved by Daughters Debbie, Susan, Lisa, Patti,Spouses and Grandchildren.
