Sunday, December 1, 2013

The Old Navy Man

 

Richard Eaton
(The Old Navy Man) 
August 4, 1941 - November 29, 2013

After a long illness, Richard passed peacefully in our home on Friday morning.  As you all know, he was my hero for now and always.  Our children were all here and we are currently bent, but not broken....we have a lifetime of lovely memories.

I will be taking the month of December to rest and remember,  then look forward to 2014.  Please join me in January with hopes for a better and a happier New Year.  Thank you so much for 'being there' with  me since beginning this blog in 2008.

 

I just had to post this photo - one fine day, he came into the Nest with this little backyard bouquet and I snapped this photo of his precious hands...and this is the second one, after his Navy photo, that I knew I would post today.  This photo explains everything I would try to describe best about him and I think you 'get' it. Til January....big hugs, pat
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31 comments:

  1. http://thankfullga447December 1, 2013 at 5:26 PM

    You will be in my prayers. Peace be with you.

    Gisela

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  2. SheilaDecember 1, 2013 at 5:39 PM

    So sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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  3. VivianDecember 1, 2013 at 6:14 PM

    I am thinking of you in this time of sadness. God Bless you and your family.

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  4. Julie Whitmore PotteryDecember 1, 2013 at 7:11 PM

    My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. I am so very sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband. Sending a warm hug and prayers for you and your family
    xx
    julie

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  5. BonnieDecember 1, 2013 at 7:20 PM

    Oh Pat...I'm so sorry - no words can express. Praying for you and your family.

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  6. Vicki BosterDecember 1, 2013 at 7:29 PM

    My dearest Pat- this has been a long road that you have traveled with your Navy man-- you have taken such good care of him- always attentive-- always being there for him.

    I'm so sorry for your loss, this is a heartache that won't ever heal- but I'm praying that you will come to find peace with his passing.

    Please do take all the time you can to rest-- it's been days-- weeks-- months since you've had a true rest.

    Sending you love and prayers-
    Vicki

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  7. ChristyDecember 1, 2013 at 7:46 PM

    Oh, Honey, I am so sorry. You two were like two peas in a pod. My sympathies, Pat, and I will be thinking of you and your family.

    Take care. I wish you peace.
    Christy
    botm2@yahoo.com

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  8. DoloresDecember 1, 2013 at 8:05 PM

    Dear Pat, my condolences to you and your family. I'm glad that there are many, many happy memories.

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  9. Jane S.December 1, 2013 at 9:09 PM

    Oh Pat...I'm so very sorry to hear this news! I'm thinking of you and sending big hugs.

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  10. Erin in MIDecember 1, 2013 at 9:16 PM

    Oh Pat. I'm so sorry. My heart goes out to you in this time of mourning. And such a difficult time of year to go through this life event. You and your family are in my prayers this season.

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  11. Julie FukudaDecember 1, 2013 at 9:42 PM

    My thoughts and prayers fly across the miles to you and your family. May all your warm and happy memories sustain you through this time.

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  12. Carol- Beads and BirdsDecember 1, 2013 at 10:16 PM

    Hi Pat
    I sure hated to read this news. You have been on my mind a lot in the past few weeks. Let your family and friends help you. Take care of yourself.

    Much Love
    Carol

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  13. Fibre Optics GroupDecember 1, 2013 at 11:02 PM

    Pat, so sorry about your loss, but am glad that your family was there with you both. Take care and we'll see you in the New Year.
    Meredith

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  14. AunaDecember 1, 2013 at 11:06 PM

    My deepest condolences to you and your family. Keep the sunshine on your face and remember and celebrate him every day.

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  15. Sharon TomlinsonDecember 2, 2013 at 5:57 AM

    My deepest condolences are sent to you and your family. Rest and lean on your children. Your sadness will gradually lighten as you cherish all the wonderful memories of your Old Navy Man with beautiful giving hands.

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  16. Jeanne GwinDecember 2, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    Pat my friend,
    My heart aches for you while you are living with the loss of your beloved best friend and husband "The Old Navy Man". I am putting up prayers for you to find comfort in the arms of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Family is of such comfort and so are friends. We are all here for you.
    Much love and huge hugs,
    Jeanne

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  17. SuztatsDecember 2, 2013 at 8:23 AM

    Pat, I send you a big hug and condolences for your loss. May those happy memories, and your family, sustain you.

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  18. PamelaDecember 2, 2013 at 9:56 AM

    You are in my thoughts

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  19. PattiDecember 2, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Pat, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, and I am so sorry to read of your loss. Take care of yourself.

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  20. Nan S.December 2, 2013 at 3:23 PM

    Pat, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband. Sending prayers for you and your family. Take all the time you need, but know we are anxiously awaiting your blogging posts.

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  21. Caron at Michigan QuiltsDecember 3, 2013 at 5:59 AM

    Pat, my heart goes out to you and your kids. So, so sorry to hear about your loss, and you will be in my prayers. Sending hugs from Michigan...

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  22. AnonymousDecember 3, 2013 at 12:02 PM

    Sorry about the loss of your husband. Praying for you and your family. God bless you and thank you to a true hero for serving his country.


    erika

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  23. AnonymousDecember 4, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    My dear Pat, I am so sorry to read of the loss of your beloved Old Navy Man. You are in my thoughts. Love, Barbara in Holland

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  24. Amy MunsonDecember 5, 2013 at 12:44 PM

    Oh Pat, It had been some time since I stopped by your blog and visited. I am so sorry to hear about your husbands passing.
    It has been a rough year for me, we lost my dad very unexpectedly this summer. It sucks.
    Take care and and continue to create.
    Best,
    Amy

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  25. QuiltgalDecember 11, 2013 at 7:59 PM

    Please accept my sincere condolences.

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  26. ThearicaDecember 12, 2013 at 12:54 AM

    Pat, I am so very sad for your loss. I am sending prayers for strength and tons of friendship hugs across the miles.

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  27. VivianDecember 28, 2013 at 6:26 PM

    Just thinking about you. God Bless.

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  28. AnonymousJanuary 9, 2014 at 12:47 AM

    Hello,
    I am sorry for your loss, and i hope you will have a wonderful 2014. I am convinced that the 'Veil' we speak of is truly a flimsy film, and your loved one and best friend is nearby watching over, as he always has. I pray for the Lord's choicest Blessings of comfort and love to be with you always.

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  31. AnonymousApril 8, 2014 at 7:00 PM

    I'm so sorry for your tremendous loss. Prayers are being said. God bless you

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