Dad called today to let me know that Grandpa Woolf had passed in the early afternoon. I have had mixed feelings of joy and sadness all day. I have had the opportunity of being with both Grandpa and Grandma Woolf during their last week of life. Both have shared words with me that will be in my mind forever. A week ago today we were fortunate to spend a couple of hours with Grandpa in his home. He was so happy to watch the boys play. He gave them shells from Fiji and showed them maps. His voice was rough and it was difficult for him to speak sometimes. At one point he turned to me and said in the clearest voice, "I don't know why everyone thinks that I am so perfect. I don't want them to think that I am perfect."
But, we all know that Grandpa was the closest thing to perfect here on earth. Humble and loved by all. A spiritual giant. Our kids thought that he walked on water. I have such fond memories of him. He was the storybook Grandpa that bounced kids on his knees and gave treats (Peanut M and M's and Fritos) to the kids when moms weren't looking. His huge garden, strawberries, and the old Ford. My final memory will be of him smiling that smile and waving as we left last week. Warren has always said that Cody has Grandpa's smile. We are also so thankful that Grandpa Woolf was able to be in the blessing circles of all four of our children. Grandpa is already missed, but we are so happy that he is finally with Grandma Woolf again. Imagine his happiness. We will miss you...God be with you til we meet again Grandpa!
6 comments:
My grandpa passed away this year too. It is such a blessing to be close to them, but so sad when they go.
I am so so sorry. It is always hard when a loved one goes....no matter situations. You were lucky to have been so close. And so blessed to have him in your life, as I am sure you know. I love your blog....and you figured out the music.
That's awesome the boys were able to know their great grandpa. I know that that will be among their most cherished memories of their lives. It is amazing how just being around and knowing great people inspires us to be better. I'm sad to hear of your loss but from what I have read, I know his work here was complete. If he was still here continually doing his works, that wouldn't be fair for the rest of us. Gotta leave some good works for the rest of us.
I'm so sorry, but so amazing you just spent wonderful time with him. You are so blessed to have such a great family.
I'm so sorry for your loss. He sounds like a wonderful man, you were lucky that your kids got to know him before he passed on.
So sorry to hear about your grandpa. What a treasure for you to get to spend that time and words with him so close to the end. What a beautiful poem you wrote on the side of your blog. I love it.
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