Dad T-Boned....Now gone.

[89Vette]

My dad was T-boned at an intersection on the way to dialysis treatment Saturday. 5:38 AM, he and another heading to work, "met" at the center of an intersection. Both are gone now.

At least it wasn't my dad's fault -- as the other driver ran the red light. He was driving a FORD F-250...big truck. The impact was so severe the truck landed on it's side with the roof caved in after hitting a light pole. (The pole was undamaged).

My dad's Buick look like $%*)(&*$). Surprisingly the cabin still looked in tact but he didn't make it to the hospital. Still waiting to hear the cause of death but he was getting fragile...at 78yrs old.

The accident was caught on traffic cam. So we definitely know the other driver ran the light.

Staying home with Mom for a few days --- trying to help her cope.


Cell phone distraction? We're still waiting to know. Hopefully some answers. Hopefully good insurance from the other guy...

[surf-life]

I am so sorry for your loss :( You'll be in my prayers.

[vt_maverick]

That's so terrible to hear Vet, we'll keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

[VX KAT]

So sorry Gregg, hope you and your family find strength in wonderful memories, and are strong for each other.

[JAMAS]

Very sorry to hear about your loss.

[jasonm621]

So sorry to hear about your loss. Your family is in our prayers!

[Knigh7s]

So sorry for your loss... I wish you and your family the best through these hard times...

[Ldub]

Vette...

Sincere condolences from the dubster...:(...:flower:

No matter any of our differences as a group, we're all VX family.

Take good care of Mom, & don't forget to give yourself some "me time".

[Scott Harness]

Sorry for your loss!

[Vendetta]

My God. Vette, I'm so sorry your Dad's gone. And while words can never sufficiently express our sympathies, please take at least some small consolation from our trying.

Thoughts and prayers brother,
-V

[JoFotoz]

Terrible news...so very sorry for your loss.

[Scott Larson]

So sorry for your loss. That's never easy news to take, regardless of age. May you find some solace in a life well lived. My prayers are with you and your family.

[MSHardeman]

This is terrible news. I am so sorry for your loss.

[jheyson =)]

Hello Vette,

"Life is not the end but a new beginning" ...and all of us have to "begin" at some point.

I hope you and your family find strength to cope with this situation. Just remember the good times that you had with your father ,and I am sure he is somewhere protecting you and your family. Give your mom a BIG hug from the VX family, and remember the laugh and smile of your father....he was always with you ,and he will always remain in you. My best wishes Vette.

Your family will be in my prayers,
Jheyson,

[eternal21]

:( My condolences

[Breezy]

Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
-Matthew 5:4

God is still sovereign, even through pain, loss, and frustration.

[yellowgizmo99]

so sorry to hear about this, may your family be in our prayers.

[Maddawg]

Horrible! Sorry for your loss Vette.

[Mile High VX]

So sorry to hear about your loss...

Praying for you and your family.

[PK]

So sorry for your loss Gregg,
Stay close to your Mum and give each other support.
Sincere condolences to you and your family.

Regards

Peter.

[JMNY]

Gregg - so sorry to hear about this tragedy and your loss.
My condolences to you and your family!

[RickOKC]

Oh, Gregg... I'm really saddened to hear this. I'm wishing the best things possible for you and your family during this terrible time.

[rsteinmetz70112]

Sorry for your loss. I know how bad it hurts. Don't know what else to say.

[VxSport]

Sorry to hear about your father's passing. At this time all I can say... is lean on each other, draw strengh form others. Take care of your mum.

[VX crazy]

I am so sorry! No words can help, sending my best to you and your family in this difficult time.

[tom4bren]

My God. Vette, I'm so sorry your Dad's gone. And while words can never sufficiently express our sympathies, please take at least some small consolation from our trying.

Thoughts and prayers brother,
-V


Hello Vette,

"Life is not the end but a new beginning" ...and all of us have to "begin" at some point.

I hope you and your family find strength to cope with this situation. Just remember the good times that you had with your father ,and I am sure he is somewhere protecting you and your family. Give your mom a BIG hug from the VX family, and remember the laugh and smile of your father....he was always with you ,and he will always remain in you. My best wishes Vette.

Your family will be in my prayers,
Jheyson,

It's always hard to find the words at moments like these but I think that these 2 family members said it best.

You & your family are in our prayers.

[WormGod]

Sorry for your loss. :(

[VX MileHigh]

I am very sorry for your loss. It wasn't that long ago I lost my father and I know how I felt then. I can't imagine your feelings right now.

[VXorado]

Wow, just terrible way to lose someone. I'm very sorry Vette...

[evillecutter]

very sorry about your loss - my sincere condolences

[Kona-Vs]

Sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad, always remember and celebrate the good times you had together.

[Marlin]

x2 what Kona said, always cherish the great moments you spent together.

[nocturnalVX]

I'd like to echo what has been said by the others here... Very sorry to hear about your loss. I hope you & yours remember all the good times, and know that he lives on in the lives he touched.

[VCrossfan]

Sorry for you and your family's loss...

My prayers are with you all

[KRemo]

So sorry

[Anita]

I'm very sorry to hear such news. My heartfelt condolences go to you,your loved ones and those others who were touched by your father's life.

[89Vette]

I appreciate all the well-wishers. It was a shock. It doesn't quite seem real. And, I keep replaying what might have happened, what should/could have been better in our lives, and that it can't be undone.

Still, I know he was heading toward harder and harder times. His health was causing him a lot of pain and he was such a lover of westerns, JWayne, and going out with style. I know one of his favorite movies was the Shootist.

He really liked the idea of going out in a blaze. Not quite the same thing here, but much closer to what he wanted than losing mobility, being in pain, and only being able to watch as the final part of his life passed by.

He was a man of a different age/generation...one who should have lived in the "Old West". That's how we'll be celebrating his life tomorrow -- as that's how he always wished he could have lived.

If you remember Rooster Cogburn in True Grit (either the final fence-jumping seen or where he rode across the field in battle), you'll instantly know the spirit of my Dad.

Sure he'll be missed, but I also know that kind of spirit can't have it any other way.

Cheer's dad! May you have peace soaring in the clouds.

Gregg

[VX KAT]

Fill your hands you son of a beotch!
May your father 's spirit enjoy his dreams of the wild west!

[Baldwin]

wow, so sorry to hear about this. my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

[AnalogVX]

Sorry for your loss. My thoughts go out to you and your family.

[Buffy]

So very sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

[Gussie2000]

My sincere condolences to you gregg.

Nothing can express the sorrow that a loved one leaves when they are gone all of a sudden.

Hope you can find rest & peace in these tough moments.