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Topic: The Lord taketh away my wife, Rena
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Island Prowla' Prowler Junkie Posts: 265 From: V-Town, Gateway to the Napa Valley CA USA Registered: SEP 2003
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posted 10-21-2004 02:50 AM
Hello to our Prowler Family... We are blessed by the Lord everyday & everyway. The Lord also gives us challenges. Last Aug 20, 2004, he challenged our will and strength with Rena's lung cancer diagnosis Then Last Oct 9, 2004, the Lord warmly cradled and lovingly carried my wife (of 31 years) to that idyllic heavenly place. She turned just 54 years old last 9/11/04.Somehow, the Lord kept the news from us since April 2004 when Rena had a lil' innocent cough. She never smoked! That enabled us to go to many NorCal Prowler runs, a June EuroMed cruise, set up a July summer family reunion, Reno's Hot August Nights, etc. We would hook up with danzin frenz on weekends. Fun it was! Anyways, Life goes on. Rena had fond memories of many NorCal FunRuns. She enjoyed our Prowler brother & sisters' sweet company. We surely met many great newfound friends i.e. JD, Curtis, Scott C, Rich, Phil, Jane, Bob, Holly, Linda, Al, Dick, Doug, Jack, Diane, William and others. Grief recovery will be tough but many loved ones and friends flock & give us support in every way. Thanks to Bob & Holly Harder for their hearty message. Our best wishes to Curtis. Hang in there buddy. To all... Let's be Alive... when we're still Alive! Appreciatively, E. Aliga, Island Prowla'
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ed monahan Prowler Junkie Posts: 33595 From: Cincinnati, OH Registered: JUL 2000
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posted 10-21-2004 04:19 AM
Hang in there. Things will be tough for awhile but you seem to have a lot of great memories so that has to ease the pain, somewhat. Our prayers are with Rena, you and your family. My sincerest condolences on your loss.
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Tytanium-K Prowler Junkie Posts: 3017 From: Sweet Home Northern Bama, USA Registered: JUL 2004
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posted 10-21-2004 06:25 AM
Somehow find the strength to rejoice as it was her time--tho' oftimes 'we' question why, GOD possesseth the Master Plan! Her beautiful mosaic is finally complete, my brotha!
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Tom Santella Prowler Junkie Posts: 1484 From: Sandy Hook Ct. USA Registered: DEC 2002
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posted 10-21-2004 07:08 AM
prayers-prayers-prayers------------------ BackinBlack
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Marty Usher Prowler Junkie Posts: 13833 From: San Antonio, Texas Registered: JUN 2001
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posted 10-21-2004 07:17 AM
So sorry to hear of your loss. It is a blessing to have friends and family there to support you.
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ETMIDZT Prowler Junkie Posts: 2278 From: Spring Lake, Mi. USA Registered: JUL 2000
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posted 10-21-2004 07:19 AM
You have my Heart Felt Condolences.......
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Eddie Powell Prowler Junkie Posts: 528 From: Marietta , Georgia Registered: FEB 2003
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posted 10-21-2004 07:19 AM
Our thoughts are with you!!
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cmblockhus Prowler Junkie Posts: 2509 From: Manteca, California 95337 Registered: APR 2001
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posted 10-21-2004 07:27 AM
Im stunned and dont know what to say your wife was such a beautiful lady and so full of life every time we were together Im going to pm you a phone # so we can talk I cant just send you a post, please call.God Bless you curtis
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ALLEY CAT Prowler Junkie Posts: 36093 From: Mesa, Az Registered: JUL 2000
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posted 10-21-2004 07:35 AM
Our heart felt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in Peace Rena, you will be missed but always remembered.Larry and Lethia
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tangled up in BLUE Prowler Junkie Posts: 11086 From: New Castle, Ind Registered: DEC 2000
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posted 10-21-2004 08:22 AM
when things get sad, try to remember the good times......This message has been edited by tangled up in BLUE on 10-21-2004 at 08:22 AM
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jd2ksilver Prowler Junkie Posts: 4360 From: Mt. View, CA Registered: JUL 2000
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posted 10-21-2004 08:32 AM
You and your wife, such fun, positive people. Patty and enjoyed you both so much. Of course our prayers, and thoughts go out to you and your family through these times, and always.John and Patty
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01Prowler Prowler Junkie Posts: 5068 From: Dallas, TX Registered: OCT 2012
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posted 10-21-2004 10:22 AM
Very sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.Ron
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Randy Cobb Prowler Junkie Posts: 4070 From: Greensboro, NC Registered: JUL 2002
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posted 10-21-2004 12:33 PM
Sorry to hear of your loss.Posting here will hopefully in some small way ease you burden, so if you feel the need for friendly words of support please post and I'm sure your Prowler friends will respond. ------------------
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Island Prowla' Prowler Junkie Posts: 265 From: V-Town, Gateway to the Napa Valley CA USA Registered: SEP 2003
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posted 10-21-2004 01:07 PM
My Thanks to our Prowler family. This is one valued association where strangers are really friends who are waiting to be met. She and I felt it in all our Prowler interactions. Your replies are uplifting and appreciated. Life's too short, indeed. Let's live it to da'max... the Prowler way.God is Love, Love is God I asked God why Rena is missing in our lives. God said, No. We share Rena... but her love, heart & soul remains IN ALL OF YOU to share with others. I asked God to please take away our pain. God said, No. It is not for me to take away, but for you all to strengthen & give it up. I asked God to please grant us patience. God said, No. Patience is a byproduct of tribulations; it isn't granted, it must be learned by all. I asked God to please give us happiness. God said, No. I give all of you daily blessings. Happiness and doing it are all up to you. I asked God to please spare us the suffering. God said, No. Suffering draws you apart from worldly cares and brings all of you closer to me. I asked God to please make our spirit grow. God said, No. All of you must grow on your own, but I will prune you to make you fruitful. I asked for all things that we might enjoy life. God said, No. I will give you life so that you all may enjoy all things and live to the fullest. I ask God to say our Thank You to others. God said, No. I gave you all the ability and most importantly the heart to express it on your own. I ask God to help us LOVE others as much as He loves us. God said... Ahhhh, finally you ALL have the idea.
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Tytanium-K Prowler Junkie Posts: 3017 From: Sweet Home Northern Bama, USA Registered: JUL 2004
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posted 10-21-2004 01:22 PM
Well said! Vaya Con Dios, Amigo!
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BeWare Prowler Junkie Posts: 18511 From: Acworth,GA,USA Registered: JUL 2000
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posted 10-21-2004 02:57 PM
Sorry for your loss. Are thoughts and prayers are with you
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Dale Beaman Prowler Junkie Posts: 2699 From: Lexington, KY, USA Registered: AUG 2002
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posted 10-21-2004 03:09 PM
I read once that the memories of loved ones who have passed are like "the Spring flowers in the Winters of our lives."Sounds like you have a lot of flowers! God Bless You. This message has been edited by blubyu on 10-21-2004 at 09:14 PM
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SirReal Prowler Junkie Posts: 3332 From: Burtonsville,Md Good ole U.S.A Registered: MAR 2003
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posted 10-21-2004 04:40 PM
....where strangers are really friends who are waiting to be met.... What a true and wonderful statement! You and I have not met but I am saddened by this chapter of your life, but I can tell by the faith in your words that you will get through this. I hope to meet you at a POA event someday. Be strong and keep the faith. Your friend in the wings. Jeff
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Charles Williams Prowler Enthusiast Posts: 3 From: Tracy, California, USA Registered: MAR 2004
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posted 10-21-2004 05:09 PM
William, Doug and Charles, the INCA Gold guys of Pleasanton & Tracy send their prayers, love and support. You and Rena are indeed two very special people and we thank God for bringing you into our lives. Whether at a car show, or on a scenic drive with friends, your smiles stood out. Thanks for the invitations to dance!!!If you need us, call us and we will be there bringing PROWLER love and support. Charles
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idive Prowler Junkie Posts: 8483 From: Texas USA Registered: APR 2003
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posted 10-22-2004 12:49 AM
May Rena rest in peace, and may your days be filled with memories of all the good times you two shared. My deepest heartfelt condolences on your loss.
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CJ Prowler Junkie Posts: 18860 From: Rochester Hills, MI USA Registered: JUL 2000
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posted 10-24-2004 11:44 PM
So sorry to hear of your loss......our deepest condolences to you. You have memories of wonderful times together and that is something you will always have.CJ and Bob
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Karesel Prowler Junkie Posts: 288 From: Elk Grove, California USA Registered: OCT 2003
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posted 10-25-2004 09:20 PM
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know the pain you are feeling having lost my wife of 15 years and the mother of my boys a little over 9 years ago at age 40 to Acute Leukemia and medical malpractice. If you would ever like to talk let me know I am also in Northern California. -- Glenn --
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DR PROWLER Prowler Junkie Posts: 4079 From: TORONTO,ONTARIO,CANADA Registered: JUL 2002
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posted 10-26-2004 09:07 AM
Always remember the good times...and she'll live in your heart forever! Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
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Island Prowla' Prowler Junkie Posts: 265 From: V-Town, Gateway to the Napa Valley CA USA Registered: SEP 2003
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posted 11-01-2004 09:10 PM
Borrowing a quote from friend BlockBuster.."how about a great round of applause for them, thanks again POA my extended family." Indeed, I'm thoroughly impressed with the nice response from MY POA bros & sis during this tough grieving process. I had a nice uplifting talk with Curtis as well.Also quoting POA bro Charles W, " Whenever you need a few pretty Gold Prowlers to fill your driveway let us know and we will cruise your way. .. Or whenever you want to put your beautiful Prowler on the road you are welcome at our home or we can meet somewhere along the way for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just good conversation. Keep it touch!!! your Inca Gold brother Charles" Another POA bro William H also extended his embrace by hooking us up together with 7-10 Cats at the upcoming Good Guys Autumn Show (Nov13-14) here at Pleasanton CA Fairgrounds. Holla if U R coming. Grief recovery counseling? Who needs it when U have super & awesome POA FamilyFrenz. Admittedly, my blue cat "222COOL" looked super snazzy with Rena in the passenger seat, but the Lord wanted me to share her in heaven. Thanx to ALL. Least I could do is name & acknowledge: DrProwler, Glenn, CJ, Bob, idive, SirReal, blubyu, BeWare, TytaniumK, RandyC, 01Prowler, T.U.I.Blue, AlleyCat, EddieP. EdM, TomS, MartyM and others. Someday, I gotta meet y'all & experience you TRUE FRIENDSHIPS. Meanwhile, U R all getting my e-hugs.
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Thunder Prowler Junkie Posts: 456 From: Vancouver, B.C., Canada Registered: FEB 2003
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posted 11-02-2004 12:14 AM
Peace.....
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