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he was the man who helped to make me who i am. he gave me that common sense and sense of pride in your work that most kids i know dont have. he changed my life. with out him i would never have even been able to get a lathe and get farther into woodworking. my mom just gave me the call, my stepfather Richard Hendrie, just died, he lost his multi year battle with cancer........ not much more i can type right now...
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Our condolences on your loss, Curtis.
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Sorry to hear of your loss, Curtis. My condolences.
Gene
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Celebrate his life Curt. Every time you turn on that lathe, remember him and smile. I am very sorry for your loss.
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Feel for you guys Curtis. Very sorry for you loss.
A prayer has been sent.
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Sorry for you loss. You'll be in my prayers. Folks like you are lucky to have had such people in their lives. I had such people in my life and I miss them a lot.
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So sorry to hear this Curtis. Sounds like he was a really good man. May the shamrocks fall softly...... Jim.
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Curtis, I don't think I've ever replied to one of your posts directly, but I can tell you I have really enjoyed reading your posts because for someone your age, you have repeatedly shown class, dignity, and character far beyond your years. You have had many bad days in the last few years, and you handled each one so well. I've always thought to myself "There's a young man someone did a darn good job raising".
I think one of the best gifts you ever gave your Step Dad was just letting him watch what a fine young man you have become. I didn't know him, and I don't know you, but I'd guess that he is very proud of you, and that's a gift you gave him, a gift that probably meant more to him that you'll ever know. Seeing how you turned out, he obviously was a remarkable man.
The things you did to try and make his life better when he was having a tough time where remarkable. I wish more young men were like you today.
I'm very sorry for your loss.
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Curtis,
Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It is amazing how people can step in and help a young person like your step dad did for you. I agree with Scott's post above. The gift you gave him was accepting him and allowing him to help you. Some young people dont give a step parent a chance.
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Sorry for your loss Curtis.
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Sorry for your loss Curtis. You and your family will be in my prayers.
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My sincere Condolences, Curtis. Your family will be in my prayers.
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I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. Honor him by remembering the things he taught you and the times you spent together.
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Scott said it very well My thoughts and prayers are with you , Curtis
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Curtis - I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers sent for you and your family! You have made many friends here... and this is a tough situation for anyone. Email, PM or call if you would like to talk ....
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