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#1 Grandpa is dead

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As of approximately 9 PM tonight (my time) My Grandfather Melvin Stuck died from complications relating to a massive stroke. Even had he "survived" the stroke, he was essentially in a vegetative state. A small solace is that his death spared my grandmother of the burden of deciding whether or not take to take him off life support.

He is survived by his wife Florence Stuck, his six children, and thirteen grandchildren. He lived a long, good life and will be sorely missed.

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Comrade Tortoise wrote:As of approximately 9 PM tonight (my time) My Grandfather Melvin Stuck died from complications relating to a massive stroke. Even had he "survived" the stroke, he was essentially in a vegetative state. A small solace is that his death spared my grandmother of the burden of deciding whether or not take to take him off life support.

He is survived by his wife Florence Stuck, his six children, and thirteen grandchildren. He lived a long, good life and will be sorely missed.

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My condolences for your loss. I went through this some years ago, I know it is not an easy thing to experience. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. Best wishes. :sad:
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I'm sorry Ben, I know how much he ment to you. You have a hug waiting for you when ever we meet again.
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*hugs*

Just be strong for your grandma, hon.
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I am deeply sorry for your lost my friend. I know what it's like to lose a grandparent. From the stories you told of him he sounded like quiet a guy and the world is poorer for his passing.
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Sorry to hear that Ben.
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My condolences and best wishes, for what they are worth.
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I'm sorry, man. You have my sympathies...
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You know I'm just a phone call away if you need to talk. Hugs and best wishes man.
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You have my sympathies, especially since from your description on SDN you were close to your grandfather up until the end.
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