Thank you all for your condolences over the passing of my father
By John Amato Monday Jun 22, 2009 12:45pm
I just got back from Florida after a whirlwind week and I wanted to thank all the readers, activists and bloggers who said such kind things to me in a very difficult moment in life. Your words have helped my try and get through this ordeal and I can't thank you all enough.
Kindness does go all long way to jump start the healing process and I will always remember the support and love you have shown me. I will write more on my father later this week...
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You father can rest easy knowing his son is a good man and working for a better world.
I second that because I don't know what else to say. Your dad will watch over you and be proud.
Sorry to hear about your dad, John. You're a good man, and your dad must have been too.
...for you and your family in the loss of your loved one. I'm sure your father would be very proud of your work and your love for your family. He must have been a wonderful man to have produced a man like you.
You are welcome. You have many many people who genuinely care about you and feel your sorrow.
I am sure your father must have been some kind of remarkable man to have raised a son like you.
I lost my dad thirteen years ago. I know how you must feel. My deepest sympathy. Since then, Father's Day has always been a day of reflection.
welcome back.
I'll bet your dad liked my chin nuts joke.:)
I just returned from Florida myself after the death of my father. Like your Dad I imagine, he and my mother went to Florida to enjoy some comfort in an assisted living facility. They had a few good years until the health issues began to add up. I hope your father's passing was relatively peaceful. No death is easy of course. My father epitomized Dylan Thomas' entreaty to "rage against the dying of the light" and for sure he did not "go gentle into that good night."
My Dad was a lifelong "Rockefeller Republican" and we fought about politics every chance we got. We did it with love and respect though amd were thrilled to share ideas and battle with words. He voted for Obama at 86 years of age...the very first time he voted for a Democrat in his life.
Time will heal a bit John. I just wish I could pick up the phone once more and talk about the Eagles or the Phillies or what the hell is going on in Washington.
So I talk to myself and hope he's listening.
You do a hell of a job with this website and we all appreciate it.
Tim
all the best to you....
I did convince my father to vote for Obama also...
at this time.
of the site...Being 82, he wasn't a computer kind of guy...:-)
You must be shattered. Get some rest - this is a tough week, you're allowed. We all love you.
Sorry to hear about your loss.
I hope your next trip down here to Florida is under more pleasant circumstances.
We missed you and your father is proud of you for being such an influence on so many progressives nationwide. You are an inspiration. You and your family are in our thoughts. He raised a great son.
I couldn't do it without the C&L team
John,
You are one strong person, and very tolerant. I enjoy reading your posts, you are the one that made C&L. Keep standing up for what is right and no free passes to the Democrats! I look forward to reading about your father.
Nowwhat
on June 3. He was 93 and mentally sharp to the end. He was a decorated World War II hero who talked about it only when coaxed. He was a "Roosevelt Democrat/progressive" his entire life. He was a good man and a great father.
From the sound of it it seems that you might have had a similar experience. My heart and prayers goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. We were blessed to have had them for as long as we did.
John, I hope the service went well. I found that really helped a great deal when my dad died. Condolences and best wishes yet again.
so many of us here at c&l and throughout the net have been thinking of you. you are loved.
You look just like your dad, John.
Very sorry to hear about the passsing of your father, John.
Your site keeps me sane. You are a son to be proud of.
sorry to hear this, man. didnt catch it first time it was announced. hang tuff.
...and that you and your family will continue to reflect on the life and influence of your loving dad. This week will also allow you and your family a chance to finally to exhale after such a stressful time. My dad passed in May this year and I know there'll be good and bad days ahead. Stay close to those you love and who love you.
Best wishes from Sydney Australia,
Nick A.
My thoughts are with you. I lost mine almost 10 years ago and while this momenet is unique for all of us you are not alone. Take care and be strong.
My father is getting older and every day I think of how it'll be when he's gone, so I can't even being to imagine how sad you must be. My thoughts are with you. And looking at what you're doing for the world now, I bet he was one proud father. - Jim, PA
Your dad must have been a fine man. He raised such a wonderful son! I'm sure he was very proud of you. Thanks for posting his picture ... I can see where you get your good looks!
Losing a parent is always difficult. Good thoughts to you and yours.
Who knew a searching gaze was a genetically heritable characteristic?
must have been very hard for you. Continued condolences as you move forward.
And, by his fruits shall he be known... your father raised a very good man doing important work. You have changed the face of this country by just having the courage to start and continue this online community. Treasure your memories of your father. He will be with you always.
I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of your Father.
I feel a bit lost, you know? It's sinking in, but I'll come around...Thank you calgarylady. I'll post a picture of my late mom with my dad soon. Man, she was stunning.
Thanks, John. I look forward to hearing more about both of them. They must have been wonderful people.
I didn't cry for a long time. It was like somewhere in the back of my mind, I just knew it wasn't real and she would be back any minute.
Great fucking tie!
Ora sei tu il signore Amato. Forza!
Guido
I'm saddened to hear about your father's passing.
I'm sure he knows how much you loved him and I'm certain he's very proud of you.
Best,
Julie
i lost my dad father's day weekend of '01...
it gets easier... take care of yourself...
you done good.
My condolences and best wishes to you at this very difficult time! I have some sense of what you're going through, having lost both of my parents in 2008. It's very rough, of course. But I can report that it does get somewhat easier with the passage of time. Take care!
Hang in there John
You are an amazing person and I am sure your dad was very proud of you.
Take care of yourself
One day at a time...
Sending you love and light
PEACE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDAYBpDiCgE
my friend
and it hurts when theyre not around physically in the times you want to share with them, but you are never "without" them.....i can feel her around me and i believe she comes on her own accord. they never leave you and are always watching like the good parents they are and were.
I'm so sorry :(
I haven't had to deal yet with the death of one of my parents. I can't even imagine. Warm wishes for you and your family.
When I was a kid my Dad taught me to stand up for what I thought was right, no matter the odds. When I got old enough to disagree with him we just fought. When I got old enough to realize he was right most of the time we could talk about it. My Dad ended up being my best friend.
John, I'm so sorry for your loss. And it's as slim as comfort can be, but his loss would have been so much greater if you'd passed first.
Like you, I have been scarce because my mother spent the last 3 weeks in one the worst hospitals for Crohn's Disease. Her health has been spiraling since 2003 so I was particularly worried that she'd never come home and she ultimately did a few days ago.
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