Thank you all....

[CanuckSARTech]

Ladies and gents,

I'd just like to express my heartfelt thanks and appreciation. The support that I've received from BOTL's and SOTL's from on here has been very comforting. Sorry (and your welcome, LOL) for my absence and lack of communication on the issue to some, but I appreciate all the outpouring of help and assistance.

For those not in the loop, and without going into too much detail, back in January my family's world was rocked. My Dad was in an accident returning from a trip, which lead to the discovery of a broken neck and cancer throughout his body. A few warning signs were there back into October looking back on it in hindsight, but it was a very quick couple of weeks since the start of January, with his 1-1/2 week orderal being in Trauma/Neurosurgery ICU and me co-ordinating everything for the family there, and on Feb 3rd he was removed from life support and passed away. He was going to be 61 this summer, and was the rock in our family that I tried to live up to (though I towered over him and dwarfed him, LOL), and he was the bridge that connected a HUGE circle of community too. His loss is the biggest one that could affect me aside from something happening to my wife and children. He is, and will always continue to be, deeply missed.

This also happened after I was dealing with some various work crisis' that struck me in early January, and continue to affect me today as well. So, the past 60 days or so have been turmoil at the best of times.

The community here, and also at my work, has been great. While not burning up the phone lines, the occasional "checking-in" from many members worldwide has been a humble assistance to me. I'm still trying to get my feet under me after basically a month off from work due to all this (he did EVERYTHING, and my Mom is very lost - she hasn't paid a bill in I-don't-know-how-many years). But I appreciate all the well-wishes and sentiments, along with the occasional treats and tidbits of wisdom and personal insight, that have arrived from far and wide, Germany, Australia, the U.S., the U.K., and definitely from all my fellow Canuckistans.

Thank you.

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[CaptainQuintero]

Sorry to hear that Keith, sincere thoughts going your way

[rckymtn22]

Wow, sorry to hear that Keith. My thoughts go out to you. Keep the family close.

[Squarehead]

My deepest Sympathy to you Keith and your family.I have had no clue

[cigcars]

You have all of our love and support, my dear dear friend. Thank you for the attached info you provided. Please contact any of us ANYTIME just to share or to use our shoulder, and you will be in our prayers. Peace to you and a Hearty Angel is now another addition to the Heavenly Host above

[OkieJoe]

Prayers your way brother

[Stanislaw]

I'm sorry for your loss and inspired by your words and determination to get through this hard time.... I find the gang at czar central are a great ray of sunshine through some of the worst of times....

[Rushman]

So sorry to hear of your loss. I've been there my friend and it does get easier with time. My prayers are with you and your family.

[MIKA27]

Hi Keith - I was wondering where you had been and was oblivious to all that has happened to you and your family. Great to hear from you bud.

Truly sorry to hear of your loss as well as the issue with work. What a horrible start to the year and I do believe things will start to get better as the year progresses. Best regards to you and your family.

[alloy]

Very sorry to hear of your loss. My sympathies and prayers to you, your Mom and the family.

[stogieluver]

I am so sorry to hear of your troubles, Keith. Losing your dad at any age is difficult to deal with, but to lose him much earlier than you might expect, is especially difficult. I lost my dad 22 years ago to a massive heart attack at age 64. My mother, now 86, is still living thankfully, but thinking about the time they could have had together is heart breaking. Your pain will gradually diminish, but will never go away. Just be thankful for the time you had with him and continue to live your life like you know would make him proud. That would honor his memory andl life more than anything else you could do.

Take care. Brighter days are ahead.

[LeafLover]

sorry to hear of your loss and your strife. hope you find the daily courage and strength to face it all. best wishes to you and your loved ones.

[Bahnofstrasse]

Proverbs 17:17 "A Friend (of Habanos) loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity".

Wishing you all the best as you deal with the passing of your Dad and your personal situation!

[Guest rob]

Sincerest sympathies to you and the family, Keith. Truly sad news - he was far to young. Thoughts and prayers, mate.

[Optic101]

I am very sorry to hear of your loss, my sympathies to you and your family.

[mash]

My condolences to you and your family Keith. What a shock to have this all come to light so quickly.

My Dad died 6 months ago, and I think about him every day, as you no doubt will.

I hope there are better times ahead.

[Laxman]

Sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

[CUBANO]

Sorry for your loss,and I wish you and your family best wishes.

[tdlfoto]

Sorry to hear about all this Keith. Condolences on the passing of your dad. "This too shall pass" is what always comes to my mind in times of turmoil.

[Tan1801]

Sorry for your loss.

Stay strong, and best wishes for you and your family.

[canadianbeaver]

Oh, Keith, I am so sorry to hear this. Please keep well and we will think of you in the coming days. Spring is just around the corner.

Lisa and Matthew

[ZAZ]

Keith - I had no idea. Sorry for your loss. Let me know if you need anything.

[Bclass1]

We don't know each other Keith but I will say a prayer for you and your family. Stay well..

Salute,

Daniel

[Freefallguy]

Hi Keith- shocked and so sorry to hear of your loss my friend. I've been away too long; had no idea.

You and those you love are in my prayers.

[MontrealRon]

Keith, you are surrounded by love from all your brothers and sisters here at FOH.