Charlie E Posted August 21 Report Share Posted August 21 My sweet sister Amy, 66, passed away as the result of a stroke a week ago. Her happy place was Cape San Blas, Florida. We went there together with our families and shared a beach house for the week of Thanksgiving several times. Those weeks were like Heaven on Earth. She had no grandchildren so was like a bonus grandmother to my 5. She and I shared a love for the song "Here Comes The Sun" as done by James Taylor and Yo Yo Ma. Her son-in-law is a gifted guitarist and played it at the funeral. I cut this the night before to put alongside her beach pictures at the funeral chapel as a tribute to her, and therapy for me. You can see her bird that has left our flock in the upper right. Amy was able to donate her kidneys, liver, and eye lenses. Cherish your loved ones each day. artisanpirate, Oldmansbike, Oldpa and 14 others 8 1 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim McDonald Posted August 21 Report Share Posted August 21 So sad to hear about this. The piece and the sentiment are wonderful. Sounds like lots of great memories. danny and Charlie E 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie E Posted August 21 Author Report Share Posted August 21 25 minutes ago, Jim McDonald said: So sad to hear about this. The piece and the sentiment are wonderful. Sounds like lots of great memories. Thank you! We're going again this Thanksgiving. It'll be bittersweet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Crosa Posted August 21 Report Share Posted August 21 Very sad to hear. My condolences. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted August 21 Report Share Posted August 21 So sorry about the loss of your sister Charlie. I’ve been there with several family members. It’s a tough thing to deal with. What a wonderful plaque you made. I wish I had your talent of design. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter N White Posted August 21 Report Share Posted August 21 Very sad to hear but a great plaque you made for her memory. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry walters Posted August 21 Report Share Posted August 21 Sorry to hear of your loss Charlie. Over the years you created many wonderful memories, these will carry you through. Memories are Golden. The plaaque you made for her is beauriful. Jerry Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie E Posted August 21 Author Report Share Posted August 21 24 minutes ago, jerry walters said: Sorry to hear of your loss Charlie. Over the years you created many wonderful memories, these will carry you through. Memories are Golden. The plaaque you made for her is beauriful. Jerry Thank you Jerry. Her son requested the portrait I made of her which she had in her home. Scrappile, heppnerguy, wombatie and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie E Posted August 21 Author Report Share Posted August 21 54 minutes ago, Peter N White said: Very sad to hear but a great plaque you made for her memory. Thank you! She was a great sister! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barb.j.enders Posted August 21 Report Share Posted August 21 What a beautiful tribute to your sister. Sorry for your loss. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie E Posted August 21 Author Report Share Posted August 21 33 minutes ago, barb.j.enders said: What a beautiful tribute to your sister. Sorry for your loss. Thank you, Barb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjweb Posted August 21 Report Share Posted August 21 So sorry to hear this, will keep you and your family in our prayers, RJ Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted August 22 Report Share Posted August 22 Condolences, I am so sorry for your and your family's loss. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meflick Posted August 22 Report Share Posted August 22 Charlie, I’m sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful sister at a young age. My condolences and prayers for all who are impacted by the loss. It sounds like you all had a great relationship and lots of wonderful memories together. That is something to find great joy in. You made a beautiful tribute and the portrait of her is excellent as well. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie E Posted August 22 Author Report Share Posted August 22 1 hour ago, meflick said: Charlie, I’m sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful sister at a young age. My condolences and prayers for all who are impacted by the loss. It sounds like you all had a great relationship and lots of wonderful memories together. That is something to find great joy in. You made a beautiful tribute and the portrait of her is excellent as well. We really did and it has definitely helped me be at peace. We haven’t had a cross word since crazy teenage years. meflick 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sydknee Posted August 22 Report Share Posted August 22 Condolences Charlie. The plaque is such a beautiful tribute. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill WIlson Posted August 22 Report Share Posted August 22 My deepest sympathies to you and your family, Charlie. Your work is obviously a labor of love and a touching tribute to your sister. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btseed357 Posted August 22 Report Share Posted August 22 Sorry about your sadness for the loss of your sister. That is an awesome tribute to your sister. I 'm sure she's smiling at you now for that. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdatelle Posted August 22 Report Share Posted August 22 So sorry to hear that Charlie. Prayers are with you and your family. I lost my sister last November. Hard to loose a family member. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie E Posted August 22 Author Report Share Posted August 22 1 hour ago, rdatelle said: So sorry to hear that Charlie. Prayers are with you and your family. I lost my sister last November. Hard to loose a family member. Having lost my parents and my only sibling is a strange new feeling. Realizing your immediate family members are gone is pretty sobering and brings the brevity of life into focus. Good reminder to live in the present and for your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Knappen Posted August 22 Report Share Posted August 22 I am sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the pain as all my siblings are still alive. What a wonderful tribute. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dak0ta52 Posted August 23 Report Share Posted August 23 Sorry for your loss, Charlie. Prayers for you and your sister's family. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sydknee Posted August 24 Report Share Posted August 24 My word Charlie, your choice of wood is impeccable for your tribute. The grain works for the waves and sand. So much love put into it. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flarud Posted August 24 Report Share Posted August 24 Sorry to hear about your sister. I have lost both my parents but I still have 2 brothers and 2 sisters,, I really only stay in touch with 1 sister. The thing with losing parents is that you lose a lot of information and knowledge. Very nice memorial piece. It seems the last few years, that is all that I have been making. Charlie E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie E Posted August 24 Author Report Share Posted August 24 4 hours ago, sydknee said: My word Charlie, your choice of wood is impeccable for your tribute. The grain works for the waves and sand. So much love put into it. Thank you. One of those meant to be things I suppose. I made it the night before the funeral with the only board I had on hand that was wide enough. I noticed how well the grain worked also, but hadn’t really planned it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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