Sunday, March 21, 2010

To Arkansas, for a Funeral

Well, my mother passed away on Sunday, a little after noon. My brother said she went peacefully at the last. I will be leaving for Arkansas early Tuesday. The funeral will be on Wednesday. Not sure when I'll be back, or when I'll be likely to post again. It will probably be a while.
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62 comments:

Rick said...

I'm so sorry, Charles. My condolences to you and your family. Be well, friend.

David Cranmer said...

I'm really sorry to hear this Charles. My thoughts go out to you, Lana and your family.

Paul R. McNamee said...

Condolences. I'll be thinking of you and your family.

Travis Cody said...

Damn Charles. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Michelle's Spell said...

Dear Charles,

I am so so sorry to hear this news. I'll be sending all prayers and good thoughts to you and Lana and your family.

sage said...

My condolences. Travel easy and be at peace.

Mimi Lenox said...

I can't believe I'm reading this!
I am so very sorry, Charles. Take all the time you need and know that your friends are here holding you up until you return.

My condolences and prayers to you, Lana and your entire family.

Peace be the journey.

EA said...

Charles, our thoughts are with you at this time. Thank you for letting your fans and supporters and friends know of your dear mother's passing. Heartfelt condolances.
Elaine Ash

Angie said...

I'm so sorry. :( Best wishes to you and your family.

Angie

Lana Gramlich said...

I'm sorry, hon. Please let me know whatever you need me to do.

Lana Gramlich said...

Thanks to everyone for their well wishes.

Lisa said...

I am really sorry Charles. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

j said...

Charles I am truly sorry for your loss. I am thankful her passing was peaceful. Your family will be in my prayers.

James Reasoner said...

I'm sorry, Charles. We'll be thinking of you and your family.

nephite blood spartan heart said...

My condolences to you and yours Charles.

SQT said...

I'm so sorry Charles.

fairyhedgehog said...

I am so sorry.

ivan said...

This is hard.

Sorry, Charles.

laughingwolf said...

so sorry for the loss of your mom, charles :(

blessings to you and yours...

Randy Johnson said...

I am sorry to hear this. Condolences to all the family. We'll keep you in our thoughts.

LoveRundle said...

I'm so sorry, Charles. You're in my thoughts.

writtenwyrdd said...

I'm so very sorry for your loss, Charles.

ArtSparker said...

Oh, Charles. Sorry to hear it. I am glad it was peaceful, as was my own mother's.

Heff said...

Sorry to hear that.

See you when you get back.

Jo said...

Charles, I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

We're all thinking of you.

moonrat said...

My thoughts are with you, Charles.

BernardL said...

It is the cycle of life and always grim for the ones left behind. I am sorry for your loss, my friend.

Steve Malley said...

So sorry.

Donnetta said...

So sorry to hear it, Charles. Thoughts and prayers are with you. D

Greg said...

Charles, I'm sorry for your loss.

Cloudia said...

Deepest Condolences to you, dear Friend!!!!!!

the walking man said...

be Well Charles and you travel safely and peacefully.

pattinase (abbott) said...

I am so sorry to hear this. It will get better. I hope her passing was peaceful and am glad you had a recent visit. I know you were a good son to her--that will bring you comfort in the months ahead. I went to grief counseling for three months or so last year and it did help. It's good to have someone to say things to other than your friends.

Anonymous said...

I'm sorry Charles. Take your time.

Drizel said...

I am sorry to hear of your loss Charles. HUGZ

Heather said...

My condolences friend. Thinking of you and yours. (((HUGS)))

Voidwalker said...

Oh, I'm very sorry to hear that. I'm glad to hear she went peacefully at least, though I know that doesn't make it easier. Please let me know if there is anything I can be praying for you or your family for during this tough time.

Gary Dobbs/Jack Martin said...

My best wishes. I lost my mum a few years ago and I know how you must feel. Be strong.

X. Dell said...

Geez. I'm really sorry. My condolences to you and your family.

Clare2e said...

I'm so sorry. My best to you and your family, Charles.

Mariana Soffer said...

I am really sorry, hope you are doing as well as you can. My sincere condolences.

Bernita said...

Oh Charles, Lana, I am so sorry.It's bitter hard.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Tyhitia Green said...

I'm very sorry for your loss, Charles. You and family have my condolences.

Middle Ditch said...

My condolences to you and yours Charles. Take care.

Barbara Martin said...

Charles, I'm deeply sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences to you and your family. Take the time you need.

L.A. Mitchell said...

Charles, I'm so sorry. Prayers for you and your family at this difficult time.

Peter Newland said...

I'm sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.

Devin said...

I am so sorry to hear of your loss Charles- having recently lost my aunt I can relate to grief- but I cannot imagine losing my dear beautiful mother- you are in my thoughts and prayers!

Anne Vis said...

Wishing you and your family strength and light!

RK Sterling said...

Charles and Lana, I'm so sorry to hear this.

Rachel V. Olivier said...

I'm sorry for your loss, Charles. Hang in there.

Travis Erwin said...

My sympathies, Charles.

Scott said...

Charles,

I'm sorry for your loss, Brother. Take care.

eric1313 said...

Charles

Sorry to hear about your loss. You should take whatever time you need to come back to this little world tucked within the greater one you are dealing with right now.

In a strange coincidence I went home Michigan from Arkansas on Tuesday morning. My mom had a major procedure done a week ago, and she still needs some help around the house. It makes me feel better being near because I've been really worried. But, she'll be OK, I think, and everyone else thinks as well.

Best wishes to you and Lana.

Linda S. Socha said...

So sorry to hear this Charles. Condolences to you and your family
Linda

Mary Witzl said...

I'm so sorry to hear about your mother, Charles.

Tamara Hart Heiner said...

too bad you got kind of a cold week. This week should be nice weather. Hope you can come back for a nicer occasion.

Inside our hands, outside our hearts said...

I am sorry to hear of your mother. Please know we are all thinking you and your family. Travel safely and be well.

Soft love,
T

Akasha Savage. said...

Sad news Charles. Thinking of you and yours. x

Merisi said...

I am so sorry to read about your loss, Charles.
My heartfelt condolences to you and your loved ones.

pattinase (abbott) said...

So glad to see your name on my blog, Charles. I have thought about you so much over the last two weeks. I hope the pain is lifting a bit but it takes a long time.

Charles Gramlich said...

Thanks so much to everyone for their kind words. Forgive me for not responding individually but that's beyond me at the moment. I'm trying to get back on track but things are coming slow. Please know all your thoughts are appreciated.