A Tribute To My Dad

[elkhunter45]

My dad was a hobby knifemaker for 40 years. He passed away a week ago today and I am sitting here putting my final thoughts together for his memorial service. I have this knife he built for me 30 years ago sitting on the table as I look over my notes regarding what I plan to say about him tomorrow. As a preacher for over 30 years I have conducted over 200 funerals, but this is the toughest one thus far. We were the same kind of different. He built knives as a hobby and I built bows.

[Pine]

Sad news and a wonderful keepsake. 

[kopfjaeger]

Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I know how you feel. I lost my Dad when I was 16 years old. I still treasure my Buck 102 woodsman knife my Dad bought me when I was 12 years old.

[Butch Speer]

My deepest condolences.

[Bisch]

My condolences!!!  Prayers up for you and yours!!!!!!

Bisch

[SS Snuffer]

Dads are real hard to let go.
So sorry for your loss.

[David Flanrey]

Being a preacher myself I don't see how I could do that.  My hat is off to you sir!  What a wonderful thing to do for him.  Remember all the good times!

[Keoonik]

Sorry to hear about your fathers passing. Losing a father is real tough. You and your family will be in my prayers.

[Bowguy67]

Condolences to you

[kennym]

So sorry brother ...

[Roy from Pa]

So sorry you lost Dad.

I lost mom and dad a year apart.

I still cherish dads old hunting knife I carry.

[Sam McMichael]

I am very sorry for your loss. It is always so difficult to say "Goodbye" to your parents.   Prayers are offered for your family.

[Steelhead]

Sorry for your loss.It can be a tough and introspective time when a man looses his dad.I felt a bit lost when my dad died for awhile

Maybe you could put some of the special mementos the 2 of you shared in the casket.

[Al Dente]

So sorry to hear about your Dad's ascension.  I always carry "his" pocket folding knife with me, he gave it to me when I was 8, it was my Grandfather's. I cherish the memories of him, and know how hard it is for you right now.  May God rest his soul and give you strength to forge ahead through this tough time.

[electricstart]

My condolences May he rest in peace .

[1Arrow1Kill]

Sorry for your loss . . . I feel your pain.  Lost my Father on Aug 18 at almost 92.  He was my hero, hunting mentor and role model.  Whitetail season is deeply special this year as I wander the forest trying to find a way to fill the hole . . .

[cacciatore]

My deepest condolences for the loss of your Dad. The most difficult day of my life was when I lost mine. Prayers.

[woodchucker]

The moments and smiles are gone..... But, the memories remain, brother.

Prayers for you and your family... 

[Breakfast Boy]

I'm very sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you & your family.  My dad passed away earlier this year and I gave his eulogy, so I can somewhat sympathize with you.  When my dad passed, us kids each got a little bit of his ashes.  I sent a pinch off to Dick Roberston.  He and Yote built me a new longbow and put those ashes into the build.  Dad was a lifelong traditional bowhunter and I could think of no better way to honor him than to "take him" hunting with me.  Again, my thoughts and prayers are with you.  God bless.

[Deno]

Condolences to you and your family.  Treasure that very special knife.

Deno