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Old 01-13-2013, 05:57 PM
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This will be my last thread about my grandson Quentin, who passed away December 31. There are probably some who question how I could post about this, especially while he lay in the hospital with the faint hope of recovery. To that I would answer that TOTV and Facebook were two of the most cathartic exercises I could focus my mind on while spending almost a week in the ICU waiting room. The good wishes, hopeful stories, and most of all, the prayers that were generated by this terrific community of people helped me get through this, and I am sure were felt by Q. No one can answer why things like this happen to good people, but we can only survive with the hope that we will be reunited someday in Heaven. I have thanked you all before for this, but wanted to make sure that all that responded, or even saw the posts and prayed for Quentin, and for our family, would have another chance to feel my sincere expression of gratitude. Sincerely, Ed (Popeye)

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Ed,
I am so sorry for your loss. I could not imagine that. I could understand though the cathartic value of posting about it....our prayers were and still are with you and yours.

I have always enjoyed your posts and like many good folks here I have enjoyed the online fellowship of all of you just "up the road" a bit.

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There is a book called Why Bad Things Happen To Good People. That is a mystery to all of us. I thank you for sharing with us on TOTV and I hope it helped ease your pain. I know Quentin will not ever be out of you thoughts so don't worry if you need to post again. Life can be hard sometimes. So very sorry for your loss.
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I totally "get" that posting the big things in our lives, good and bad, help us get through them. People rejoice with us and they cry with us. Anyone who says you can't really know someone you've never met, has never really participated in an online community. Hugs to you!
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We have been thinking about you and your family this weekend Ed. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. It will take time for your heart to heal, may you all be comforted by the happy memories of your beloved Quentin. Thank you for sharing Quentin's story with us.
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This will be my last thread about my grandson Quentin, who passed away December 31. There are probably some who question how I could post about this, especially while he lay in the hospital with the faint hope of recovery. To that I would answer that TOTV and Facebook were two of the most cathartic exercises I could focus my mind on while spending almost a week in the ICU waiting room. The good wishes, hopeful stories, and most of all, the prayers that were generated by this terrific community of people helped me get through this, and I am sure were felt by Q. No one can answer why things like this happen to good people, but we can only survive with the hope that we will be reunited someday in Heaven. I have thanked you all before for this, but wanted to make sure that all that responded, or even saw the posts and prayed for Quentin, and for our family, would have another chance to feel my sincere expression of gratitude. Sincerely, Ed (Popeye)

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I don't even know you but I have been reading & praying for you and your family. Praying for friends to comfort you with their kind words, hugs, and whatever is needed just at the exact time you need a dose of it. I am glad you shared Quentin's story & life. Everyone grieves differently and it doesn't matter what anyone else thinks. Quentin is your grandson & joy of your life. Anyone with a grandchild understands your love for him, I certainly do as we have 9 of them. My sister & her husband lost their 3rd son Dec. 23rd to liver cancer. They have one left who hadn't spoken to them for 10 years. 2 days after his death he came to their home and were reunited after a tearful reunion. It was too bad a death had to happen to have a reunion with the remaining son. Many are hurting and we need each other. If only to get our minds off of the hurt for awhile. I, for one, will never tire of hearing about Quentin. Nancy
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Thoughts , prayers and hoping for closure for you and yours, Ed.
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I completely agree w all of these posts
You haVe been in my thoughts and prayers
I completely " get" how posting helps w the grief and this pic of you and your beloved grandchild is precioys.
May faith, friends, family help you and yours thru this.
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You go ahead and post about Quentin whenever you want. Shoot, I'm still upset about duffiesmom's dog... I may never forget Quentin. Hugs to you, and some peace eventually.
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Thank you all Here is Q's best friend's video

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PJzHDvIdC8]Tribute to Quentin Underhill - YouTube[/ame]
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Thank you all Here is Q's best friend's video

Tribute to Quentin Underhill - YouTube
don't know why but I have to quote this to get the link included.
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We have been thinking about you and your family this weekend Ed. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. It will take time for your heart to heal, may you all be comforted by the happy memories of your beloved Quentin. Thank you for sharing Quentin's story with us.
We have also been thinking of you daily. We share Tainsley's sentiments. We hope that the love and support you feel from the TOTV community brings you some comfort.
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The video was an outstanding tribute to Quentin.

May he rest in peace and my thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
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I can only hope that no one else will have to endure the loss of a beloved grandchild. If posting helps ease the burden, then it's a good thing.

Thoughts and prayers will comfort you to endure this terrible loss.

Hugs to all of your family.
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Ed,
I am Positive you will meet Q in Heaven, as I have read oodles of books on near death experiences. It will be Wonderful.
Cool Video, made me cry.... May God Bless You All.

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