Happy Birthday Dad (1st in Heaven)
My dad was so much more than a man, he was our hero. Always strong for all of us and forever laughing and joking. I can see him now up in Heaven with my sister Karen, she is probably conning him to go get ice cream. He was the best Grampie to those five grandchildren who were his pride and joy.
He also could be very sneaky like when he planned my parents 50th anniversary party without my mom knowing anything about it. He was loved by many and was often referred to as chief or in the Clerk’s office Mr. Greenjeans. He loved life and traveling. He was able to combine his love of traveling with his service in the Lion’s Club as he traveled all over the state speaking to clubs as well as attending conventions in other states. Today he would have been 78 years old. So how am I celebrating his birthday? I am making this a day of service. This year it is just about donating things as I am still grieving for him but in the years to come it will be about working and serving the community.
My dad was first and foremost a man who loved to serve. From being a Marine to a Police Officer, to member of the town board, to members of various clubs he was all about the service. So to celebrate him and the life that he lead and the legacy that he has left us with I am making every February 3rd, my daddy’s birthday, a day of service. So I am challenging you to join me today to and serving your community. Do this in honor of the man who was my dad or for anyone you know that has passed, join me in remembering the legacy of a great man. So what service are you planning on performing?
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What a lovely way to honor the memory of your dad. I think that is a great thing to do.
Awesome way to honor your dad. We will be making Valentine cards for Meals on Wheels. I’ll tell my kids about your dad.
How very sweet. Happy birthday to your dad!
Fantastic way to celebrate your father. He sounds like a wonderful man.
Sweet post. I’m very sorry for your loss and send my birthday wishes to heaven for him today.
This is an amazing way to remember and honor your Dad. Such a great way to actively participate with your family to remember someone who has had such a tremendous impact on you.
So sorry for your loss…
I think your dad would have loved your tribute to him.
Aw what a lovely way to honor your dad’s memory. So very sweet.
thinking about you during this tough time… you know he is watching over you
As tome goes on, more and more memories will be clearer. My dad has been gone 14 years and when I think of him I remember him buying a tricycle at Mays city and riding it around the parking lot.The loss is always there but happy memories will be the first thing you think of.
Happy Birthday to your dad! I’m sure he is looking down and smiling!
Your dad sounds like he was an amazing man. Happy birthday to him =)
That is a lovely tribute to your father!! I laughed about the ice cream. 🙂
One never gets over the loss of a Parent. I’m glad you are at that point where you are able to celebrate
Your dad sounds like he was one amazing man and I can tell how proud you are of him.
Sorry for your loss – your father was a special man. Happy Birthday to your DAD!
Your dad sounds like a wonderful man! I can’t believe he planned their anniversary so secretly! It’s fantastic when older men do stuff like that!
A day of service for a lovely man. I think that is a beautiful idea.
Happy birthday to your dad! What a great way to honor him on his birthday.
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I’m sure he’s up there smiling over this post!
This was a nice tribute to your father.
That is a beautiful way to honor your dad. It is a great way to give back in his memory.
So sorry for your loss. Think about the amazing celebration he had in heaven.