Randy’s father passed away last night. Randy has been the primary caregiver for his dad for a while. Dad had late-stage Alzheimer’s disease.
You can’t have hung out with me over the last year without spending time with Randy, too. I’ve said it before, but it’s always fun to repeat: I don’t know exactly how Randy landed in my life, but I sure do enjoy him. As I’ve been able to get to know him I’m often amazed by his spirit and clarity. He’s been a great internet pal.
We are, I promise, going to get Fairly Conservative up and running again someday with all the other changes I’ve devised. When we do, no doubt, we’ll see more of Randy again.
In the meantime, I’m sure he’d enjoy hearing from you in the comment section below.
9 responses so far ↓
1 Pat // Mar 30, 2010 at 8:58 am
Randy,
My mother had dementia and it’s so hard on families and caregivers. Just before she died last year she was unconscious and under hospice care but opened her eyes, sat up, looked up and smiled. Then she laid back down and within minutes was gone. We knew she was free and home with her Maker. It was so peaceful. Know that your father is at peace now too. He’s left his legacy of family and love here on earth. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
2 The Lorax // Mar 30, 2010 at 10:15 am
My condolences go out to Randy and his family.
It seems like when stuff like this happens, we want to share our own stories with others. I remember a few years ago when my great great great aunt (that’s not a typo) was dying at the rough age of 98. The doctors couldn’t figure out what kept her going, and she was restricted to the bed in her house. When our family finally got up to Wausau to see her, she sat up and said “I had to see you all before I left.” She died that day.
Our politics are opposite, but in these matters, we’re all on the same team. Keep your head up, Rand–we’re rooting for you.
3 Kathryn // Mar 30, 2010 at 12:54 pm
Honoring our parents in old age and infirmity is ennobling and humbling and overwhelming and rewarding….so much involved in just trying to do the right thing for people we love. Proud of you, Randy, and very sorry for your loss. Peace of Christ!
4 Keng // Mar 30, 2010 at 1:24 pm
I will keep your family in my prayers. So sorry for your loss.
5 Tinkerbell // Mar 30, 2010 at 2:43 pm
Randy,
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your Father. May your memories of your Dad in happier times bring you comfort. May your loyalty and effort in having provided his care bring you peace. May knowing he has met God, lover of souls, bring you joy.
6 Wilson828 // Mar 30, 2010 at 2:55 pm
My deepest condolences Randy. I’m sorry for your loss. All the best.
7 Anthony // Mar 30, 2010 at 4:24 pm
I used to volunteer at a nursing home, primarily dealing with the Alzheimer’s/Dementia unit. I can tell you from my experience that being a caregiver for people with those diseases is very tough, and the emotional trauma of it is very intense. The residents knew who I was one day, and didn’t remember me the next.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Randy.
8 Jvee // Mar 31, 2010 at 8:56 am
My heart is with you, Randy. You will never regret the care you gave.
9 Randy in Richmond // Apr 1, 2010 at 11:39 am
Thank all of you for your kind words and encouragement. For me it is both an ending and a new beginning.
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