My father died this morning. He was a winner of the Carnegie Hero Award, a national award for people
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for people who risked or died giving their lives to save people. He died twice on the helicopter. But was brought back, He saved a woman getting beat up by her boyfriend. He was sucker punched and hit the cement. He was in UPMC for two months-one month in an inducted coma.He survived. That was in 2006, What did him in, was getting knee surgery. This morning I woke up at 5:00. My dad died between 4:30 and 5:00. I will miss you, Dad
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Take care of yourself. We love you here.
You must be in a lot of pain right now.
We’re here for you.
I'm so sorry, Deb.
Hail the Traveler! May he go forth shining!
sending you waves of love 
good memories bring you comfort .
Holding you in my heart, debm55.
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It is very hard to lose a parent. Sending you love and hoping you can find comfort in memories.
I am so sorry for such a major loss.
Hugs. 💔
You are a very special person here. Take some time to grieve.
Hugs.
May his memory be a blessing. Losing a parent can be so hard.
May you and your family be at peace.
May your father rest in light and you and all who loved have strength and peace.
Lean on your friends here at DU.
A lot of people here care for you, and are grieving along with you.
Many of us here know of the raw and varied emotions you are feeling.
You're going to be alright, allow yourself to grieve.
Much love to you, Deb.
You bring so much light to DU I'm sorry for this dark moment.
I hope he went peacefully. I dread the day that my parents pass. Sending good vibes your way.
I am so sorry, Deb.
We are here for you.
I remember when my father died. I had soooooooo many mixed feelings, but our relationship, well, let’s just say it had its challenges.
I hope your path ahead, without your dad, is smooth, and your memories are sweet.
I hope you have family and friends by your side.
Its so difficult to lose a parent.
My dad was a practical joker. Every time I put my blouse on backwards, or when I water my plants and the hose flips around and squirts me in the face, I know it’s him. I can hear his laughter.
He hasn’t left you.
I'm sorry debm55. Were you able to be there with him?
Please take care of you.
Here's a virtual hug from me:
apart, but I do think about them still --almost daily. With time, it is easier to remember happier times, but the hole remains. Maybe closes down a little bit, though.
Do concentrate, on the best memories to get you through right now.
at these times. But I do wish you and your family strength at this time.
I hope you can find some peace during this hard time
Losing a parent is tough no matter how old you are.
He sounds like a wonderful man who loved humanity.