Jayden and his Great Grandpa Stephan
A 4 generation family-Grandpa, Dad, Me, Jayden
Jayden's Birthday- Geoffrey, Grandpa, Grandma, Jayden and MeWednesday night my dear Grandpa Stephan passed away in the Gainsville VA Hospital. He passed away after fighting colon cancer for 1 1/2 years. He fought hard and long to stay as long as he could here on earth with his family. He was a Husband to a sweet Grandma of 53 years, a Father of 5, a Grandpa to 12, and a Great Grandpa to 1 (almost 2, which he was thrilled about). He was a singer, a piano player, a gardener, a talker, a good bear hugger, and one who loved to be with his family. I have so many great memories that have him in them, so many of them include him trying to get me to eat vegetables any kind and every kind, plates and plates of vegetables;). When I was little he would sing to me and play piano for me all the time. While he was going through his treatment I would often make the drive with him to Gainsville VA Hospital, I am glad that I was able to make those trips and spend those hours talking to him and creating a special bond with him that was just ours. I am so thankful that I was able to grow up with a Grandpa who loved me and my family so much. I am thankful that he was able to meet Jayden and spend his first year with him. The memories they created together were just priceless to me. Grandpa- you will be missed and I know that we will be a forever family, we love you so much.
6 comments:
I really enjoyed reading about Grandpa Stephan. That was so sweet!
How sweet you are to create those memories with him...this will be a really neat post for Jayden to look back on when he gets bigger, and remember Grandpa Stephan.
Memories are something we will always have to cherish. From your words & pictures I can tell they will last generations.
So sorry for your loss. That is so wonderful you have such wonderful memories of him and that he was able to spend that time with Jayden!
What a sweet tribute. And WONDERFUL photos of him with J.
Hey Girl! I found your blog through Missy's- I am so sorry to hear about your Grandpa. I am so glad that you were able to spend quality time with him! My prayers are with you! It is so cool to see that you are pregnant! I am due in Jan./Feb. and am almost over the morning sickness! When are you due? Good to see you on here! Let's keep in touch! Talk to you soon!
Meg
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