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Mothers (Dan H.)

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  • Burnerboy2
    Burnerboy2 Member Posts: 26
    mom

    Sorry to hear it Dan, we were just together last week at Ruth's house, laughing, joking, drinking, and smiling.. Sorry
    I'm calling my mom this morning, great advice! Thanks!
    Ronnie
    Burnerboy
  • JohnNY
    JohnNY Member Posts: 3,287
    We're very sorry to hear this, Dan.

    Please don't hesitate to call if there's anything I can do to help: if the girls need a ride from NYC or absolutely anything else...

    Our best to all of you,
    The Cataneo Family.

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  • Johnboy
    Johnboy Member Posts: 35


    Dan, I am sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.
  • Red Sox diehard
    Red Sox diehard Member Posts: 3
    Sorry to hear of your loss

    Dan - I'll always remember your story of frequently visiting your mom in the nursing home when her mind was failing and singing old songs and telling her she was the prettiest girl at the dance just so you could see her smile.
  • Unknown
    Unknown
    thank you

    Dan,

    Even during a situation that truly sucks, you make it pleasant. My sincere condolences on the passing of your mom.

    Many years ago you started signing everything "hug your kids" and it came at a time that was maybe a little turbulent for me and I needed to do just that, hug my kids. For that I will always be grateful. You rock!

    Now I sit here reading about your mom and dad, whom I never knew except through you. They had to be great people with a wicked sense of family and great humor. I'm thankful that you had the chance to share the great times with your brother! I hope when my time comes my kids sit around and do the same thing.

    Oh, and BTW, I'll be chatting with my parents later too. THANKS!

    wheels
  • jackchips_2
    jackchips_2 Member Posts: 1,337
    It's a wonderful

    club up there in Heaven.

    Prayers to the extended Holohan family.

    Jack
  • Mitch B_3
    Mitch B_3 Member Posts: 2
    A parents legacy

    is their children, their character, and the life they lead. If you are an example, then she has a great legacy.

    My condolences, and prayers are with you, and I am happy that her passing was while surrounded by family.

    Each day that passes, you exemplify the qualities that made her a great woman and mother. It is easy to understand your admiration for her as many admire you.

    May you all find peace.

    Mitch
  • Unknown
    Unknown
    Condolences

    Sorry to hear about your Mom. As much as we love them, they can't stay forever. Phyllis & I will remember her in our prayers. May she rest in peace.
  • Ron Huber_2
    Ron Huber_2 Member Posts: 127
    God Bless

    To your mother and all our mothers, they will live on in our memories and in our hearts. Sorry for your loss Dan.
  • Dave Larsen_11
    Dave Larsen_11 Member Posts: 39
    condolences

    Sorry for your loss Dan. I'm sure your mother and father are looking down on their son with much pride. I also hope my father thanks them for the job they've done, you've helped us all more than you know.
  • Radiator Ranger
    Radiator Ranger Member Posts: 81
    Your mom

    Sorry you lost your mom and glad you had one.

    Gwen

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  • MikeyB
    MikeyB Member Posts: 696
    Mom

    Sorry for your loss Dan, our condolences.
    The Brennan's
  • Unknown
    Unknown
    I am so sorry

    for your loss Dan . She sounded truly special . My thoughts are with you and your family .
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 0
    sorry

    Sorry for your loss Dan you are in my prayers.

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  • Darin Cook_9
    Darin Cook_9 Member Posts: 45
    Very sorry for your loss

    Dan - I am sure that your Dads eyes lit up when your Mom joined him. I hope that you celebrated your Mom's life in true Irish fashion. You are in my thoughts.

    Darin
  • Steamhead (in transit)
    Steamhead (in transit) Member Posts: 6,688
    Sorry

    For your loss. Best Wishes.

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  • Supply House Rick
    Supply House Rick Member Posts: 1,399
    From an Irish tombstone...

    Dan,

    This is from an Irish tombstone and I just think they got it right:

    Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal...

    My mom hangs on oblivious to her surroundings, we pray for a peaceful ending.

    Please accept my deepest condolences...

    Rick
  • Mike Thomas_2
    Mike Thomas_2 Member Posts: 109
    A Hole in Your Heart

    My mother died about 5 years ago. I don't like Mothers Day anymore. It leaves a hole in your heart, that you learn to walk around the rest of your life.
  • Ruthe Jubinville_2
    Ruthe Jubinville_2 Member Posts: 674
    memories

    make the passing event so much more meaningful
    Reading these messages, so many of them written on the 20th which was my mom's 96th birthday make me realize even more how lucky I have been to have her for so many years and up til very recently was quite clear of mind, Sorry about the loss but thankful she could go in peace. Ruthe
  • Ruthe Jubinville_2
    Ruthe Jubinville_2 Member Posts: 674
    memories

    make the passing event so much mre meaningful
    Reading these messages, so many of them written on the 20th which was my mom's 96th birthday make me realize even more how lucky I have been to have her for so many years and up til very recently was quite clear of mind, Sorry about the loss but thankful she could go in peace. Ruthe
  • John Barba
    John Barba Member Posts: 166
    Condolences to you and yours...

    This was from my Mom's mass card when she passed two years ago...

    I shall pass through this world but once.
    Any good, therefore, that I can do or any kindness that I
    can show to any human being...
    Let me do it now.
    Let me not defer it or neglect it,
    for I shall not pass this way again.

    I think our moms may have been kindred spirits...
    Take care,

    JMB

  • JK_3
    JK_3 Member Posts: 240


    I am so sorry for your loss. you and your family will be in the thoughts and prayers of my family.

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  • Larry Weingarten
    Larry Weingarten Member Posts: 3,574
    Dan...

    ... You know you are in large part made from the building blocks your Mom gave you from herself. You'll never need to look far to know what She would think or feel. Be comforted knowing She'll always be close.

    Your friend, Larry
  • DanHolohan
    DanHolohan Member, Moderator, Administrator Posts: 16,598
    Thanks to all of you.

    We had a wonderful week celebrating my mother's life. We were all together for days. We told stories and remembered the good times and we laughed. We remembered Mom for all that she gave us, for all that she took from us, and for all that remained at the end. She's home now and with my Dad; and they will be together forever, smiling and laughing at it all.

    Thanks.
    Retired and loving it.
  • Vernon P. James_2
    Vernon P. James_2 Member Posts: 33


    Dan
    Sory for your loss. Our thoughts are with you today.
  • hot_rod
    hot_rod Member Posts: 23,184
    smiling down

    both your Mom and Dad knowing they left behind a one of a kind family. And their job as parents.. well done.

    hr
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    Living the hydronic dream
  • Rich L.
    Rich L. Member Posts: 414
    Mom's

    So sorry to hear about your loss Dan. Mom's are irreplaceable. I'm so pleased to hear your spending your energies and emotions on remembering the good times. I have no doubt Mom would have wanted it that way. God bless you and yours.

    Rich L
  • Mike Kraft_2
    Mike Kraft_2 Member Posts: 398
    mom

    so sorry dan.......kathy and i went south to visit my mom while you gave your mom back to your dad.family is so important as wheels commented......and you always professed it to us at the wall.kathy and i send our sympathies.

    mike
  • Jim Bennett
    Jim Bennett Member Posts: 607
    Hey Dan.....

    Can you share with us one of your favorite memories? So we might know a little of your Mom.

    Jim

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  • DanHolohan
    DanHolohan Member, Moderator, Administrator Posts: 16,598
    Sure.

    On beautiful summer days, such as the one on which she passed, she'd sit in her backyard on a folding web chair. She'd have her feet up on a picnic bench and she'd be reading. She read a lot. I'd go to see her and she'd look up from the book and smile. She'd have an apple in her left hand. Always an apple.

    "What are you reading?" I'd ask, and she'd get all excited and tell me the entire plot and what had happened in the book up to that point. And then she'd smile and say, "All I need is a good book and an apple."

    It became one of our family jokes. All you need is a good book and an apple. So simple.

    Thanks for asking, Jim.
    Retired and loving it.
  • Jim Bennett
    Jim Bennett Member Posts: 607
    Ahh....

    So she passed to you the love of a good book. And probably the desire to create and share them also.

    Sounds like a wonderful person.

    Thank you.

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  • DanHolohan
    DanHolohan Member, Moderator, Administrator Posts: 16,598
    She was.

    Very simple in her needs and she appreciated everything. I think that was her greatest gift to me. An understanding of, and an appreciate for, Enough.

    Enough is all we need.
    Retired and loving it.
  • ttekushan_3
    ttekushan_3 Member Posts: 961
    Moms

    Dan,

    Moms are the ones who were always interested in what you said when perhaps no one else would. Moms are the ones who should always write your resume for you if you want to get that job. Moms always seem to understand where you are in good times and bad because they've been there. When your parents pass, you really know you're on your own -just the way they too, found themselves. They're both fine now, I'm sure. And you'll be fine too since it seems clear to us on this side of the Wall that they did a pretty darn good job leaving you prepared to be in the position they held for so long.

    Condolences and peace to you and yours.

    Terry

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  • Jim Bennett
    Jim Bennett Member Posts: 607
    Enough....

    Definitely something for everyone to think about.

    Thanks for sharing.

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  • Lyle {pheloa} Carter
    Lyle {pheloa} Carter Member Posts: 66
    Mothers Dan H.

    Sorry for your loss Dan . Your in our thoughts.
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