Goodbye, Grandpa Soup
I got word that my grandpa had passed away, in his sleep, on Monday morning. Sometime Saturday night (PST), his body gave up after a lengthy struggle. He has suffered from diabetes for years and after refusing dialysis in March, we were sure his time was near. He was gracious enough to stick around a little longer.
His frequent questions regarding my consistenly non-existent love life will be missed. Sort of. :)
When Stuart was young, Grandpa (who had quite a way with words) twisted his name from Stuart to Stu (Stew) to Soup. So he'd always greet Stuart with a "Hey, Soup." Being very young, Stuart had no idea what he was doing and switched the name around, thinking Grandpa was referring to himself. Soon, he became known as Grandpa Soup. He'll be remembered for the name and for his inexplicable greetings of "Yucka bean if you know what I mean."
You were always loved, Grandpa. Always will be.
posted by Teresa, Stuart and Audrey @ 5:09 AM
7 Comments:
I'm so sorry for your loss. *hug* A friend of mine doing the JET program is dealing with the loss of a close relative right now. I can't imagine how difficult it must be to deal with these things from such a distance. Sending you my love and thoughts.
--Lydia
T,
I can imagine that this is one of the more difficult days being so far from your family back home. Sending love and support as you grieve your loss of 'Grandpa Soup'.
I'm sure he's watching over you now
and is very proud of his family who was brave enough to go somewhere far to make a difference in other people's lives. And as far as the
'way with words'....well you know you came by it honestly now don't you? :)
*hugs always*
Helene
Teresa,
Hugs to you and the kids for the loss of Grandpa Soup. He will live on in you and the kids.
Hugs,
Cindy
Oh sweetie, I'm so sorry to hear this. So hard to deal with, especially from over there.
You paint a lovely picture of a wonderful soul - Grandpa Soup.
Big hugs to you and the kids.
xo, goolie
A big HUG and a PRAYER to you and the kids and family. We remember meeting him at mom and dads in the tree house.
unc d&j
I am so sorry! Big hugs to you guys!
((((((hugs)))))) sorry for your loss. you paint the picture of a lovely soul. i can see why he'll be missed by you.
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