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My Grandpa Roy died this morning in Hermanus.
I’m so sad that I didn’t get to see him again, but I’m so thankful that I took the boys to see him a few months ago.
He was such a special man, and I will always remember his laugh. When he laughed his whole body moved, and his shoulders used to rise up and down as he chucked in his deep voice. One of the other little things I’ll always remember is his endless crossword puzzles that he liked doing. He was so good at them, and never stopped trying to do them. He always had a dictionery next to his chair when they lived in Joburg. One of his “gifts” to me is my love of crosswords and word games.
This photo has to be the most special photo that I’ve taken ever. Connor took a liking to Grandpa Roy the day that we spent with them, and they were sharing a bowl of chips.
It was quite amazing to watch them connect. At the time, Connor couldn’t speak at all, and my grandpa struggled enormously to talk, so they had a silent “conversation” over a bowl of chips.
My dad was telling me this afternoon, that when he phoned Grandpa Roy’s sister in Harare this morning, she told him that she’d been dreading the call. Aunty Lucette said that my Grandfather’s grandmother, mother, and brother died a few days before Christmas too, and she had a feeling that she was going to get the call soon.
May you Rest in Peace Grandpa.
My condolences Jenty to you and your family
I remember your photo’s when you took them…very special memories for you and your family.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. You’ve captured some wonderful memories, till you see him again. Blessings.
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So sorry for your loss Jeanette! And I’m so glad you took the boys to see him. Christmas is a funny time, isn’t it? A time of such joy and yet for many people, a time for such sadness too. Thinking of you and your family at this time.
x
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*HUGS* Jeanette, he sounds like a special man. May he rest in peace.
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Huge hugs – my sincerest condolences to the whole family. He was obviously a great man who will be missed by all. Christmas is a really hard time to lose anyone close to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you
I’m so sorry. It feels like so many of us are losing our grandparents. So many of my blog friends
My thoughts are with you and your family
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I’m so sorry sweety. Glad you have such wonderful photos to remind you of his meeting Connor.
Lots of love to you all ((hugs))
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much love and hugs, Jeanette. My heart is with you today.
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Oh, I am so sorry for your loss! I remember that special shot of those hands when you originally took it….it is one of my ALL TIME FAVORITE shots of yours. What a sweet memory recorded forever in that shot.
Peace be with your through this time!
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Jeanette, I am so sorry to hear about your grandpa. My condolences to you and your family. I am glad that your boys got to see him not too long ago and may that memory of him stay with them for a long time. I said it when you took the photos and I say it again. The photo of the hands just makes you realise how special such pics are and I should really make a plan to take more such one’s. Go well.
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Oh Jeanette, I’m so sorry. My heart goes out to you and your family xx
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So sorry to hear, Jeanette. Hugs.
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So sorry to hear about your grandfather- hugs!
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Jeanette, I am sorry for your loss. Mostly, I am sorry for your sons. You have rich and wonderful memories of your grandfather. Be sure to share them as much as you can.
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I am so very sorry for your loss.
So sorry Jenty. Thank you for sharing this with us. A beautiful, sensitive post. Strength to you and your family.
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I’m so sorry for your loss Jeanette!! ((hugs))
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Hi Jeanette, my sincere condolences to you and your family. Take care and have a safe trip!
Oh I am so sorry Jeanette! But what a lovely tribute to a remarkable man! Sending love to you and your family x x x
I am truly sorry for your loss, Jenty. I love my grandfather dearly and cannot fathom how painful this must be. The photos are beautiful. Pass the tissues please!
so very sorry Jeanette
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Those pictures are so amazing. The little ones will appreciate that later in life.
Sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry for your loss, Jenty.
Rest in Peace, Mr. Roland.
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