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This shot is in memory of my Uncle Tom. He passed away Tuesday night of cancer. He touched many lives and he will be greatly missed. He visited me at my store almost every day until his body wouldn’t let him. I can’t believe he is gone. I was by his side when he took his last breath. One of his passions in life was shooting. Guns, collecting pennies, and old tractors were very important hobbies to him. He begged me and my brother to shoot up some rounds that he had loaded, and we were more than happy to fulfill his wish. He was able to complete most of what he wanted to accomplish before passing away, and I was able to help him complete some of his wishes. Here’s to you Tom. I miss you very much. :(

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Pat Henson says:

Sounds like a great man. My sympathy.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

RedHeadMamma says:

Oh what a lovely memory! May God comfort you for your loss.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

***Karen says:

I am so sorry for the loss of you uncle. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

Eyes to See says:

Very sorry to hear that Darin. :( Sounds like you have a lot of good times with him to remember. We'll keep you and your family in our prayers.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

SnapHappy77 says:

Awww Darin... I am so very sorry for your huge loss! :,(
I know you and he were very close and I know that both makes it that much harder but also is nice that you have so many fond memories to remember him by. I hope and pray that you are comforted in your time of need and that you heal more and more each day.
I know you loved him very much and he loved you just as much! :)
Thank you so much for the words about him, it's so sweet that he came to visit you ever single day that he possibly could! :)
He sounds like he was a wonderful man and I know he will be greatly missed!
This is truly a lovely tribute to him and I'm sure he's looking down proudly with a big smile on his face! :D
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

johnny nikon says:

sorry to hear about your uncle. godspeed to you and your family.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

Laura Olson Photography♥♥ says:

Awesome photo Darin Sorry again about your Uncle He is truly in a better place! and without pain
This picture is perfect for what you have told me about him
Take care buddy & Godspeed to you and your whole Family
Laura
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

JB Bar says:

My thoughts are with you.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

Carrie Taylor says:

So sorry about your uncle. Take care.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

cyclewidow says:

Darin, I sent you a email....Again I am deeply sorry.....knowing your sad has misted my eyes for you dear friend.......Wonderful Tribute......Hang in there.....
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

(Gary) [deleted] says:

Sorry to hear of your loss Darin, our prayers are with you and your family.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

borealnz says:

So sorry to hear of your loss, but this is a wonderful tribute to him!!

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Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

The Grand Duchess says:

Darin....just woke up and when I checked my contacts pics...I saw this gun photo from you and was immediately concerned...
After reading your explanation I now know what was going on.
So sorry you have lost Tom but were able to share those last moments........what a touching tribute to him and your closeness.
My thoughts are with you and your family.....hugs for dear little Faith who won't understand really, but will miss him.
Take care my new found friend ;-)
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

Mike+Tiffy says:

My condolences my friend. I never knew the man, but he sounds like a great friend.

I would frame this picture and hang it in a quiet spot in your house - in his room my father has one of his 'uncle' from church, helping him dig a sewer in our old backyard a few months before he died suddenly from a heart attack - after beating a 9 month battle with cancer. It is one of his most cherished posessions..

My thoughts are with you and your family. I'm sure even Daisy picks up on the sadness...
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

Gitwithit says:

Having gone through a recent family loss,I can certainly understand what it feels like to lose someone close to your heart,our lives we're in greif stricken turmoil for a while,But we have moved away from that now,My wife and I have found sooooo many ways to memoralize her just like you've done here with you're uncle.This (photography)is a great way to remember loved ones.Great people never really die they live on in our hearts and minds!!

My Heart goes out to you and your family Darin
Gregg
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

ken_dozo says:

Sorry for your loss. My sympathies to you and your family.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

tipper * says:

The story with this photo was not what I expected. Reading it brought tears to my eyes. It is a touching story and this tribute to him will live on. It also confirms the fact that you are truly a wonderful and caring individual. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

mrkholcomb says:

My sympathies, my friend. Sounds like he and I would get along very well. I shoot cameras and guns weekly and enjoy both. This is a great tribute, one I know he would appreciate.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

PierceRebecca says:

Darin, I am so sorry for your loss of your Uncle Tom. Sounds like he was a fun loving guy. The photo is a great tribute for him. Prayers and healing thoughts to you and your family.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

shari c says:

Sorry to hear about your loss Darin, and such a sad time of year to lose someone you love too! :( Christmas is a sad time of year to me since I lost my father. Sounds like you will have a lot of good memories to remember him by though.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

sov says:

Sorry to read about your loss, everyone dies , but not everyone lives, sounds like uncle Tom lived

Apologies for being such a flickr slackr lately
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

Jacob...K says:

Sorry for your loss....Though this picture seems like a fitting one-gun salute...
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

lat454205 / Lisa says:

Oh Darin.....I can see how much your heart is hurting and I can feel the lump you have in your throat as you type those words.

I understand.....truly I do.

I do not like guns but I had to favorite this one.........the words.....the kindness....the love.

Uncle Tom was so blessed to have you in his life and you have already shared what a blessing he was to you. The "bond" you two had sounded more like Father and Son instead of Uncle and Nephew.......what a blessing.

Uncle Tom will live on through you until "you" take your last breath.....through every single thing you shared with him and through all he taught you throughout his life......just by being Uncle Tom. What a legacy to leave.....we should all be so lucky.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

Alabama Geographer says:

Sorry to hear about your Uncle, Darin. Sounds like Uncle Tom was the "Real Thing".
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

Skyewolfe Designs & Photography says:

Sorry for your loss. Sounds like you were very blessed to have family like that and he was blessed to have you. Give lots of hugs and always take the time to visit no matter what because life does move to fast and you never want to wonder "IF" I did take the time to...
My dad is always pointing out that it is the middle word to life. Live to the fullest!!!
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

Dan Sutton (mailmandan) says:

A very cool photo and a great tribute to your uncle. I am sure he'd be very proud of this photo and the words you wrote :o) Danny in Canada
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

~Darin~ says:

Thank you Everyone! I still think of Tom every day, but it is easier now. Thanks for all of your kind words and thoughts and prayers. I know that at least in my world, it seems like a piece of me is missing.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

BruceTheEconomist says:

I'm sorry. It sound like a loss.
Posted 34 months ago. ( permalink )

~Darin~ says:

Thank you for the kind words Bruce.
Posted 34 months ago. ( permalink )

cindy47452 says:

What a wonderful tribute to what sounds like a wonderful man.
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

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