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keith oh · 11-30-2018, 10:05 AM

I lost my wife of 65 years this week, sure is tough. Thought some of my Ford Barn friends may care. Keith Oh

Don W/Norfolk · 11-30-2018, 10:18 AM

Keith,
My condolences. One day at a time and it will get better. dw

corvette8n · 11-30-2018, 10:20 AM

Keith, very sorry to hear that, I'm glad you had those wonderful years together.

rockfla · 11-30-2018, 10:26 AM

Sorry for you're treasured loss Keith, Blessings!!!!

Black Fifty · 11-30-2018, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by keith oh

I lost my wife of 65 years this week, sure is tough. Thought some of my Ford Barn friends may care. Keith Oh

Hi Keith.
I'm pretty new here, but I'd like to express my condolences as well. You can rest assured that your Ford Barn friends are here for you to lean on.
Mike

19Fordy · 11-30-2018, 10:42 AM

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So sorry. Always remember the fond memories and do good things in her name.

john in illinois · 11-30-2018, 10:56 AM

Condolences for your loss.

John

Old Redneck · 11-30-2018, 11:18 AM

God Bless you and your wife. I would be total loss without my wife. If you need someone to chat with e-mail me. Love to talk old cars anytime.Working on my Junkers makes life enjoyable for me.

Seth Swoboda · 11-30-2018, 11:37 AM

Keith, I'm sorry to hear this as well. 65 years of great memories I'm sure. You can be proud of that feat. Keep fordbarning and playing with V8 Fords, we're glad to have you.

Bob NH · 11-30-2018, 11:40 AM

So sorry for your loss Keith, Mine passed on from the nasty "C" in 98. Still think of her often. Life is never the same but over time it does heal, sort of . Peace be with you friend

51504bat · 11-30-2018, 11:53 AM

Of course

Darrell S · 11-30-2018, 12:16 PM

Keith, so sorry to hear of your loss. God bless you and your family.

deuce_roadster · 11-30-2018, 12:42 PM

Very very few have a wife for 65 years, be grateful for the time you had. I hope you have family nearby to help ease this loss. Very sorry to hear this.

estout81 · 11-30-2018, 12:55 PM

Keith,
So sorry to hear. I know what you are going through as I lost my wife last year. Missed you at the car shows this last summer. Cherish your memories.
All the best to you,
Em

Kube · 11-30-2018, 01:16 PM

Keith, I find no words that will adequately convey my sorrow in your loss.
Sixty-five years - you've (and she) had been blessed.

God bless...

hotrodA · 11-30-2018, 01:21 PM

65 years, what a blessing.

May God fill the empty place in your heart with His love.

Brian · 11-30-2018, 01:23 PM

That is tough....My condolences from New Zealand...65 years is a feat. So very sorry for your loss.

grumppyoldman · 11-30-2018, 01:50 PM

So sorry to hear of your loss, we all hope you can cope with it. Having friends and family to share your feelings can help some, but mostly time will heal. Al

50fordcoupeman · 11-30-2018, 02:21 PM

Our hearts are broken with yours. I lost two loved ones in the last few months. May He heal you!

Pat/Ohio · 11-30-2018, 02:26 PM

Keith, So sorry to hear of your loss. I can't imagine losing a loving companion after all those years! Rest assured that she and the Lord are still watching over you! Wishing you the best.

Pat

barnstuf · 11-30-2018, 02:44 PM

Keith, I offer my condolences and I know through my own life experience that the darkness you feel right now will gradually ease and you can look ahead to daylight again.

adileo · 11-30-2018, 03:40 PM

One night I dreamed a dream.
As I was walking along the beach with my Lord.
Across the dark sky flashed scenes from my life.
For each scene, I noticed two sets of footprints in the sand,
One belonging to me and one to my Lord.
After the last scene of my life flashed before me,
I looked back at the footprints in the sand.
I noticed that at many times along the path of my life,
especially at the very lowest and saddest times,
there was only one set of footprints.
This really troubled me, so I asked the Lord about it.
"Lord, you said once I decided to follow you,
You'd walk with me all the way.
But I noticed that during the saddest and most troublesome times of my life,
there was only one set of footprints.
I don't understand why, when I needed You the most, You would leave me."
He whispered, "My precious child, I love you and will never leave you
Never, ever, during your trials and testings.
When you saw only one set of footprints,
It was then that I carried you."

So sorry to hear of your loss... Stay strong.

Andy

mfirth · 11-30-2018, 04:10 PM

Keith, sorry for your loss too........God be with you, mike northern Ohio

TagMan · 11-30-2018, 05:14 PM

Keith,
Sorry for your loss. I can only imagine your pain.

mfagan · 11-30-2018, 05:31 PM

Condolences from Kaufman, TX.

Charlie ny · 11-30-2018, 05:50 PM

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Keith,
Look for solace in the Lord........
Alice and I are at 57 years, she is my world.
God bless you,
Charlie ny

koates · 11-30-2018, 06:13 PM

Keith, a very sad time for you. Your family will be your strength to support you through this period and beyond. Keep up your interests in old fords or other things which will help you through. 65 years of wonderful memories. Thinking of you. Regards, Kevin.

1ton · 11-30-2018, 07:22 PM

Your a lucky man to have had her by your side for the last 65 years. So few will ever get the chance. May I ask what her first name was?

Marcus · 11-30-2018, 08:32 PM

Dear Keith - You will certainly be in the prayers of my church, on the prayer chain and our personal prayers. No words are adequate, but KNOW that God loves you, so do we. Blessings to you........Margretha and I can only imagine, but surely we can love in your name.

klicker · 11-30-2018, 08:32 PM

So many blessings over 65 years! Cherish your memories, Keith. My sincere condolences

Ken/Alabama · 11-30-2018, 09:21 PM

Ohh, So sorry 😥

tubman · 11-30-2018, 09:40 PM

I lost my long-time companion of 40 years, Judy, in September. I'm finally starting to be able to function again. I feel for you, my friend.

Tinker · 11-30-2018, 09:49 PM

My condolences, lean on family and friends.

"Memory is a way of holding on to the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose."

flatjack9 · 11-30-2018, 10:27 PM

So sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord be with you.

29delivery · 11-30-2018, 10:33 PM

Keith,very sorry to hear of your loss,one day at a time. Ken

Bored&Stroked · 11-30-2018, 11:01 PM

First, THANKS Keith for sharing your loss and pain - so many of us just keep it all inside. I try to remember all of those I've cared about on our best days, our fun days, our memorable days (not always fun), I remember the smiles, I remember the laughter, I remember the unique things about my deep relationships. Most of all, I remember to smile, to laugh and to honor the beauty that rare and special people have brought to my life! Move forward, keep the best, throw the worst out and keep living . . . exactly as she expects you too. Honor her by continuing to create, live and love a full life to the best of your means and abilities . . . that is exactly what she'll be watching you do.

God Bless my you my friend . . . and if you ever want to have coffee, laugh, smile, cry and ponder life, please count me in - because I'd love to spend some time with you. I'm in Columbus - so lets find a way to create some new experiences for both of us.

1934 · 12-01-2018, 05:20 AM

Very sorry to hear of your loss, Keith. Cherish the memories.

KDL · 12-01-2018, 05:56 AM

Very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers wilt you.

burnette · 12-01-2018, 06:51 AM

my condolences . i just lost my dad a month ago ,they would of been married 60 years in december. mom stayed with us for 4 weeks before going back home. she doing better now time heals slowly.

flathead48 · 12-01-2018, 07:29 AM

Very sorry to hear of your lost, God Bless You

ct1932ford · 12-01-2018, 09:25 AM

God Bless! RIP

1942deluxe · 12-01-2018, 11:28 AM

So sorry Keith.

keith oh · 12-02-2018, 12:07 PM

Thanks for your concern folks, I really appreciate it. Keith Oh

COONDOG1 · 12-02-2018, 12:14 PM

Sorry to hear that brother. It will get better with time, and in the mean time my family will be praying for yours!!!!!😢

Cecil/WV · 12-02-2018, 02:09 PM

You have my deepest sympathy!

JM 35 Sedan · 12-02-2018, 05:40 PM

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Keith, I'm sorry to hear of your wife passing. Losing someone you've been with that long has to be a tough situation to cope with. Maybe you can ease your mind a bit by spending some time with close family members, or doing some needed work on your '35 Ford.

coolcoupe · 12-02-2018, 06:26 PM

No words can express how you feel right now, but take comfort that you are not alone. Sorry to hear of your lost.

Talkwrench · 12-02-2018, 06:39 PM

Sorry to hear mate .. no greater loss, one step at a time hey. Lots of admiration for 65 years of marriage I can tell you .

Bored&Stroked · 12-02-2018, 07:46 PM

Keith and I chatted last night - first time for both of us . . . was a great conversation and I look forward to meeting my new found Columbus friend. He's currently going through a 37 21 stud engine - as a potential 'backup'. Anyway, it is always fun to meet new people and embellish each other's lives . . . not other point in living now is there.

Bulligen · 12-02-2018, 08:49 PM

Though we have never met, you are part of our brotherhood and we all care about our friends even if it is only over the internet. Please let your heart be lifted knowing that you family and friends are thinking about you at this time! Peace be with you!

Craig CT · 12-02-2018, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by keith oh

I lost my wife of 65 years this week, sure is tough. Thought some of my Ford Barn friends may care. Keith Oh

Keith; I'm very sorry to hear of your loss and hope you find what you need in your future. God bless, Craig.

Terranova · 12-02-2018, 09:17 PM

Keith, I'm so sorry for your loss.
I just lost my father who was '82.
I'm right over in Grove City, so maybe we could get together for lunch with BoredandStroked sometime soon.

Mike T

mhsprecher · 12-02-2018, 09:18 PM

That has to be tough. Condolences to you. Take care of yourself. Get out among friends, even if you don't feel like it. Hopefully some of them and your family will be there to help you out in the coming months.

donald1950 · 12-02-2018, 09:23 PM

very sorry for your loss....

37don · 12-02-2018, 09:26 PM

So sorry to hear of your loss Kieth. I just lost my wife of 53 yrs this past May.
It Sucks! That said we have to honor our mate by moving on. My wife always joked about this day and we agreed that we would be strong and move on.I told my wife if I went before her to give me a week and then move on and she said “ you mean I have to miss bridge for a whole week” Her humor!
Try to hang your hat on the 65 yrs you enjoyed together rather than the few lost.we can’t change what is. I know exactly what you’re going thru and hope you will stay busy, it does help.
Regards, Don

philipswanson · 12-02-2018, 10:28 PM

So sorry Keith. Just be thankful you had all those great years together and maybe you will reconnect in the afterlife.

Phil Swanson

reagen · 12-03-2018, 07:31 AM

God Bless, sorry for your loss

Ford46 · 12-03-2018, 12:52 PM

I for one cannot properly express my condolences, after 65 years you have not lost a wife you have lost a friend and partner. Remember all the times you shared, good and bad and your faith will get you though. My prayers to you and your family.

cederholm · 12-03-2018, 02:46 PM

Very sorry for your loss.

~ Carl

1956 F100 · 12-03-2018, 10:27 PM

Keith may God hold you close during this trial. She will live on in your heart forever.

APDAVE · 12-04-2018, 07:11 PM

Sorry for your loss!Dave

jimalabam · 12-04-2018, 08:36 PM

Keith, I well know your feelings since I too lost my love of 44 years on October 5, 2018. As Don/Norfolk said - Do one day at a time and dewell on all those happy memories we had all those years. My best regard to you and your family. Jim Langley...

Gary Tosel · 12-05-2018, 12:19 AM

Sorry for your loss and I am looking at 50 years with my wife at the end of January. No words can express my feelings for your loss.

Gary Tosel

keith oh · 12-05-2018, 01:14 PM

Her first name was Sylvia, but to me she was "Honey".

Gene1949 · 12-05-2018, 07:18 PM

My best to you and yours.

old guy rich · 12-05-2018, 09:02 PM

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Very sorry for your loss Keith, you are in my prayers. Old guy rich

Karl · 12-06-2018, 05:09 PM

Keith

What can you say-I know form personal experience that there is nothing that you can be told that makes it ok but but it helps a little to know that others care and are thinking of you -and I am -Karl

LazarusLong · 12-06-2018, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by keith oh

I lost my wife of 65 years this week, sure is tough. Thought some of my Ford Barn friends may care. Keith Oh

Keith,I am no gooroo,but IMHO you should focus more on the time you had with her than the fact that she is now gone. 65 years together means it was a remarkable marriage and the time you had together should be celebrated,not ignored due to the current situation. Focus on the positive and remind yourself every day what a lucky man you are to have been able to have that kind of partnership.

Joe's 39 · 12-06-2018, 07:53 PM

sorry for your loss.

65 years... wow!

my wife and I celebrated 20 this year.

It would be wonderful if we could make it 45 more.

Thank you for sharing your loss, God Bless!

Barry B./ Ma. · 12-06-2018, 08:17 PM

My condolences to you also Keith, I just lost my wife in August after 61 years in a stairway fall and it is tough I know and all of a sudden you feel all alone.To make things worse I lost my cousin 3 weeks ago, we emailed each other several times a week for the last 10 years.
Good luck and take it a day at a time. Barry

Kahuna · 12-08-2018, 10:15 AM

Keith
Everyone cares. So sorry for your loss
Jim

Flathead Fever · 12-08-2018, 06:55 PM

I'm so sorry for your loss. To be married 65-years is something to be very proud of.

I did the math, 65-years ago was 1953. The last year of the flathead V8. It sounds like you had the best wife and a wonderful era to have gotten married. What a great time that must have been.

fortyonerag · 12-10-2018, 05:32 AM

So sorry. God bless and be strong.

11-30-2018, 10:05 AM	#1
keith oh Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Millersport, central ohio Posts: 668	It's tough I lost my wife of 65 years this week, sure is tough. Thought some of my Ford Barn friends may care. Keith Oh

11-30-2018, 10:18 AM	#2
Don W/Norfolk Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 127	Re: It's tough Keith, My condolences. One day at a time and it will get better. dw __________________ I love this country; it's the damn idiots running the government I'm afraid of.

11-30-2018, 10:20 AM	#3
corvette8n Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: 36 miles north of Albany NY Posts: 2,949	Re: It's tough Keith, very sorry to hear that, I'm glad you had those wonderful years together.

11-30-2018, 10:26 AM	#4
rockfla Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 3,951	Re: It's tough Sorry for you're treasured loss Keith, Blessings!!!!

11-30-2018, 10:42 AM	#6
19Fordy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Coral Springs FL Posts: 10,936	Re: It's tough Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) So sorry. Always remember the fond memories and do good things in her name.

11-30-2018, 10:56 AM	#7
john in illinois Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Illinois Posts: 2,184	Re: It's tough Condolences for your loss. John

11-30-2018, 11:37 AM	#9
Seth Swoboda Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southern Illinois Posts: 3,791	Re: It's tough Keith, I'm sorry to hear this as well. 65 years of great memories I'm sure. You can be proud of that feat. Keep fordbarning and playing with V8 Fords, we're glad to have you.

11-30-2018, 11:40 AM	#10
Bob NH Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Meredith, N.H. Posts: 766	Re: It's tough So sorry for your loss Keith, Mine passed on from the nasty "C" in 98. Still think of her often. Life is never the same but over time it does heal, sort of . Peace be with you friend

11-30-2018, 11:53 AM	#11
51504bat Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: SoCal-Redlands Posts: 3,015	Re: It's tough Of course __________________ Making the simple complicated for over 30 years.

11-30-2018, 12:16 PM	#12
Darrell S Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Everett WA Posts: 346	Re: It's tough Keith, so sorry to hear of your loss. God bless you and your family.

11-30-2018, 12:42 PM	#13
deuce_roadster Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Shelton, WA Posts: 3,800	Re: It's tough Very very few have a wife for 65 years, be grateful for the time you had. I hope you have family nearby to help ease this loss. Very sorry to hear this.

11-30-2018, 12:55 PM	#14
estout81 BANNED Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Utica, Ohio Posts: 522	Re: It's tough Keith, So sorry to hear. I know what you are going through as I lost my wife last year. Missed you at the car shows this last summer. Cherish your memories. All the best to you, Em

11-30-2018, 01:16 PM	#15
Kube Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin, USA Posts: 8,995	Re: It's tough Keith, I find no words that will adequately convey my sorrow in your loss. Sixty-five years - you've (and she) had been blessed. God bless... __________________ "I can explain it for you. However, I can't understand it for you".

11-30-2018, 01:21 PM	#16
hotrodA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rogersville, TN Posts: 797	Re: It's tough 65 years, what a blessing. May God fill the empty place in your heart with His love.

11-30-2018, 01:23 PM	#17
Brian Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Masterton, New Zealand Posts: 3,832	Re: It's tough That is tough....My condolences from New Zealand...65 years is a feat. So very sorry for your loss. __________________ Unfortunately, two half wits don't make a whole wit!

11-30-2018, 01:50 PM	#18
grumppyoldman Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Texas Gulf Coast Posts: 727	Re: It's tough So sorry to hear of your loss, we all hope you can cope with it. Having friends and family to share your feelings can help some, but mostly time will heal. Al

11-30-2018, 02:21 PM	#19
50fordcoupeman Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: LaGrande Oregon Posts: 865	Re: It's tough Our hearts are broken with yours. I lost two loved ones in the last few months. May He heal you!

11-30-2018, 02:26 PM	#20
Pat/Ohio Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wilmington, OH/Lakeland, FL Posts: 951	Re: It's tough Keith, So sorry to hear of your loss. I can't imagine losing a loving companion after all those years! Rest assured that she and the Lord are still watching over you! Wishing you the best. Pat

11-30-2018, 02:44 PM	#21
barnstuf Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cape Cod MA Posts: 2,840	Re: It's tough Keith, I offer my condolences and I know through my own life experience that the darkness you feel right now will gradually ease and you can look ahead to daylight again.

11-30-2018, 03:40 PM	#22
adileo Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,772	Re: It's tough One night I dreamed a dream. As I was walking along the beach with my Lord. Across the dark sky flashed scenes from my life. For each scene, I noticed two sets of footprints in the sand, One belonging to me and one to my Lord. After the last scene of my life flashed before me, I looked back at the footprints in the sand. I noticed that at many times along the path of my life, especially at the very lowest and saddest times, there was only one set of footprints. This really troubled me, so I asked the Lord about it. "Lord, you said once I decided to follow you, You'd walk with me all the way. But I noticed that during the saddest and most troublesome times of my life, there was only one set of footprints. I don't understand why, when I needed You the most, You would leave me." He whispered, "My precious child, I love you and will never leave you Never, ever, during your trials and testings. When you saw only one set of footprints, It was then that I carried you." So sorry to hear of your loss... Stay strong. Andy __________________ Thanks Andy 1952 F1

11-30-2018, 04:10 PM	#23
mfirth Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: ohio Posts: 986	Re: It's tough Keith, sorry for your loss too........God be with you, mike northern Ohio

11-30-2018, 05:14 PM	#24
TagMan Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Alvaton, Kentucky, USA Posts: 955	Re: It's tough Keith, Sorry for your loss. I can only imagine your pain.

11-30-2018, 05:31 PM	#25
mfagan Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Kaufman, TX Posts: 822	Re: It's tough Condolences from Kaufman, TX. __________________ Marvin Fagan 214-697-8430

11-30-2018, 05:50 PM	#26
Charlie ny BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 3,019	Re: It's tough Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Keith, Look for solace in the Lord........ Alice and I are at 57 years, she is my world. God bless you, Charlie ny

11-30-2018, 06:13 PM	#27
koates Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Melbourne Australia. Posts: 2,079	Re: It's tough Keith, a very sad time for you. Your family will be your strength to support you through this period and beyond. Keep up your interests in old fords or other things which will help you through. 65 years of wonderful memories. Thinking of you. Regards, Kevin.

11-30-2018, 07:22 PM	#28
1ton Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: North Aurora,Il. Posts: 154	Re: It's tough Your a lucky man to have had her by your side for the last 65 years. So few will ever get the chance. May I ask what her first name was?

11-30-2018, 08:32 PM	#29
Marcus Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Walnut Grove, Mississippi Posts: 605	Re: It's tough Dear Keith - You will certainly be in the prayers of my church, on the prayer chain and our personal prayers. No words are adequate, but KNOW that God loves you, so do we. Blessings to you........Margretha and I can only imagine, but surely we can love in your name. __________________ WARM REGARDS, MARCUS

11-30-2018, 08:32 PM	#30
klicker Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Oregon Posts: 311	Re: It's tough So many blessings over 65 years! Cherish your memories, Keith. My sincere condolences

11-30-2018, 09:21 PM	#31
Ken/Alabama Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Alabama Posts: 3,260	Re: It's tough Ohh, So sorry 😥

11-30-2018, 09:40 PM	#32
tubman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Minnesota, Florida Keys Posts: 10,312	Re: It's tough I lost my long-time companion of 40 years, Judy, in September. I'm finally starting to be able to function again. I feel for you, my friend.

11-30-2018, 09:49 PM	#33
Tinker Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: MN Posts: 7,053	Re: It's tough My condolences, lean on family and friends. "Memory is a way of holding on to the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose."

11-30-2018, 10:27 PM	#34
flatjack9 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Oshkosh, Wi Posts: 4,526	Re: It's tough So sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord be with you.

11-30-2018, 10:33 PM	#35
29delivery Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: hellinois Posts: 151	Re: It's tough Keith,very sorry to hear of your loss,one day at a time. Ken

11-30-2018, 11:01 PM	#36
Bored&Stroked Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 5,064	Re: It's tough First, THANKS Keith for sharing your loss and pain - so many of us just keep it all inside. I try to remember all of those I've cared about on our best days, our fun days, our memorable days (not always fun), I remember the smiles, I remember the laughter, I remember the unique things about my deep relationships. Most of all, I remember to smile, to laugh and to honor the beauty that rare and special people have brought to my life! Move forward, keep the best, throw the worst out and keep living . . . exactly as she expects you too. Honor her by continuing to create, live and love a full life to the best of your means and abilities . . . that is exactly what she'll be watching you do. God Bless my you my friend . . . and if you ever want to have coffee, laugh, smile, cry and ponder life, please count me in - because I'd love to spend some time with you. I'm in Columbus - so lets find a way to create some new experiences for both of us.

12-01-2018, 05:20 AM	#37
1934 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Quebec, Canada Posts: 415	Re: It's tough Very sorry to hear of your loss, Keith. Cherish the memories.