Today has been a horrible day. I was shopping in Target when I saw the doctor called. I figured it was the call to tell me he was going to the rehab hospital to help Dad get to walk better before he went back to Assisted Living.
When I got the doctor on the phone, he started off "there was an incident this morning" and went on to tell me that Dad was chatting up a nurse (typical) and he stopped talking. The nurse said "Mr. Burel?" and when he did not answer her, she took his pulse and he had none. They could not revive him. The doctor went on to tell me that he was very shocked because his hospital stay "was not for THAT reason". He actually asked the hospital personnel to repeat what they said cause he could not believe it. Dad was not well, but in the last few years, he bounced back from everything and went on with life.
I guess the only difference between "going in your sleep" and what happened to my Dad is he was awake. No heart attack, no pain, no suffering, his heart literally just stopped.
Here is a few pics of my Dad. Again, thank you so much for the kind words and sympathies....it is so comforting to know how many people care.
Dad this past Father's Day
His Navy pic that we are putting on his Memorial Card:
So sorry --Meaty and I sending you (((HUGS!!)))) nm
My heart goes out to you Annie
Wow, what a shock. My husband died instantly in a car accident, that it was a blessing that it was quick and painless, but for those left behind, we were not prepared and I think the shock of it all is the hardest.
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Your dad was such a handsome man! And a Navy hero. My grandpa was in the Navy. I have a soft spot for boys the enlist.
My prayers to you in this difficult time. Try to hold on to the precious good memories and the consolation of how he went.
Hugs,
Dawn
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I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. losing a loved one is so hard. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
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May good memories sustain you throught this sad time. You
are in our thoughts and prayers.
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sending you sympathy, hugs and good thoughts during
this difficult time
You and your family are.......
in my thoughts. I am sorry for your loss.
you have my prayers..............
so very sorry!

Annie, I am so sorry
for your loss. My deepest sympathies to you all.
Sue
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Annie, my deepest condolences to you.
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad.
Amy and Sophia
Annie, we just saw your note and..........
we want to send our deepest sympathies. It must be a blessing to know he didn't suffer. You and your family are in our prayers for strength and comfort during this difficult time. God's peace!
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A BIG SALUTE !! , your dad passed they way I would like to, with
and still living life. I know you will miss him but be thankful you did not have to watch him suffer before he passed. My prayers are with you during this time of loss.


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prayers
So very sorry to hear about your loss. Lots of prayers coming for you and your family
Annie thinking of you today
I am sorry for the loss of your father,
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My Condolences to you & your family
Annie I'm so sorry for you loss. It's always so unexpected even when it is expected. We are NEVER ready to loose our parents. Prayers coming your way.
chunky dunk
So very sorry for your loss.....
I will be thinking of you and your family.
So very sorry for your loss.
I will be keeping you and your family in my prayers
I'm so sorry for your loss.
He looks like a really happy guy.
Sue
Oh Annie
Again my sympathy to you and your family. You know that Mocha and Stella, along with 12 puppies were there to greet him! : ) They are showing him lots of love and showing him around the new digs! : ) Let me know if you need anything, even just to talk. Take care sunshine, we're all prayig for you.
Shelley - Sophie N Angels Mocha & Stella
I am so very sorry Annie...
You can tell just from his photos that your father was a warm & kind person... I know this is a tremendous shock and loss...

You and your dad will be in my thoughts... I am so terribly sorry.
Always in my heart...
sorry to hear of your loss.....
it is really hard to loose a father.
I lost mine at 67 years old..far to young to die
he will always be a part of life in memories..
beautiful pics of Dad
again sorry for your loss
will keep you in my thoughts
I'm so sorry Annie
to learn of your Dad's passing. I am sure he will be greatly missed.
Hugs to you and your family.
Lynn King CPDT
My condolences to you and yours
may he look down on you from above in a peaceful and wonderful place
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annie i'm so sorry................
for your loss. please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.......
Lots of strenghts
for you and your family!
When I look at his pics I see a man that lived his life to the full and it just stopped.....
You will miss him terribly, but in time this will help you..
Ineke and Zorro
Annie, you have my sympathy
I've never had to deal with a sudden passing like your dad's. I cannot imagine how difficult that would be. You are in my prayers and thoughts.
Annie, im so sorry for your loss
hugs to you all!!
Vicky
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I am going to look into that!
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i'm so sorry Annie!----
I'm sure it was quite the shock to get that call from the doctor.
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Annie, we are so sorry for you loss...
Hugs during this difficult time
my friend.
My condolences, Annie
I'm sure you have a world of happy memories that will remain with you after his sudden departure has settled.
Annie, did your father servie in WWII?
I'm so sorry to hear he crossed over. My father was in the Navy during WWII and served in the Pacific. I thank your father for his military service too. If he did serve in WWII, I have a suggestion to make that I think would really make him smile from one side of heaven to the other. There is a D-Day Museum in New Orleans that has been expanded to also include the war in the Pacific. I'm not sure if the Museum is still doing it (you would have to call to find out) but for a long time the families of WWII veterans who had crossed over could buy a brick that would be laid in and around the Museum. I forgot the word limit, but you can put the name of your father on there, the years of his military service, the branch he served in, and the names of his family members, such as "husband of and father of ____." It's a great way to honor veterans of WWII. I am so glad I bot one for my father. I know that some, and hopefully many, visitors will see his name and think of him and his service during such a difficult time for our country.



And if the D-Day Museum in New Orleans no longer sells the bricks, there is also a new Memorial in Washington D.C. for WWII veterans. You want to check with that museum to see if they have a similar program.
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I really am sorry
I guess you can take some consolation for the lack of pain and suffering. Still incredibly hard.

{hugs}
Cathy
when she first came home
My deepest heartfelt sympathies, Annie
Such a shock.
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You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Olivia/Kano/Q-Ball
I am sooo very sorry for your loss... I can only imagine.
thoughts and prayers are coming your way.

Kelly and The Carverbullies
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
No matter under what circumstances a man passes on... even when his life was well lived, as your father's was, a girl is still losing her Daddy. I lost mine two years ago. He was in his eighties and deserved his peace, but he was my daddy and I still miss him. Please know that youare in my thoughts and prayers.
Annie, I am so sorry for your loss
Hugs.
Janice
My sympathy to you Annie & your family...
None of us are ready for this. I hope you can find comfort in your memories of your Dad & in your faith.
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I am so sorry...
what a nice friendly lookin fellow..you are in my thoughts
much bully love~Christine, Dupree, Marley and Savannah
Annie
I am so sorry for you! What a horrible shock that must have been. I am praying for you and your family. may your Dad rest in peace.
Oh Annie........
I am so sorry for yor loss. Your Dad was such a handsome man and so special. Thinking of you. My sincere condolences.


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Oh Annie
I know the next few days are going to hard for you but try to remember the good times. Hugs to you my friend and you have my sympathies.

Thinking of you...
I know how hard it is. Keep strong and know we are all here for you. You are in thought and prayer.
Cheryl & Atlas
My goodness, such a handsome felllow!
He was blessed to have you. You have been an outstanding daughter. You are stronger than you really know. My love is with you at this very difficult time.
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I am sorry for your tremendous loss.
Hugs to you,
Andrea
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Annie, that Navy pic is just so precious. What a sweet man!
Hugs to you and your family,
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Annie- I'm so sorry for you loss
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