Vibes for Ozzie

[devildeac]

His father died tonight. Duke basketball is lethal to elderly fathers and their/there/they're sons who are avid readers/posters at CTN and DBR and near fanatical Duke MBB fans. My dad died 3 years ago while watching his/my/our beloved Blue Devils stink up the arena against 'Nova. You will be in our prayers tonight, Ozzie, and for as long as you need them.

[DukieInKansas]

Condolences to Ozzie and all of the Ozzie family. Losing a father is hard. May the many years of memories help everyone through the next days and weeks and months.

[OZZIE4DUKE]

Thanks all. I've gotten several text messages from y'all and I appreciate them all.

Here's the story.
About half way through the first half, my phone rang and I saw my brother was calling. I ignored the call - I was at a basketball game. He called again and I answered. He was out of town (touring colleges on the west coast of Florida with my 16 year old nephew) and he got a message to call the hospital where my dad has been for 10 days, apparently getting better. He was fine, relatively speaking, when my mom left the hospital at 6:30 pm after feeding him his dinner. And hour later she got a call and he had passed away after she left. He would have been 98 on April 1st. There being nothing I could do tonight, I stayed to see the game. I left with 2 minutes to go, an hour too late. A pitiful display of Not Duke Basketball. I'll be going back down to Ft. Lauderdale tomorrow for a week or two. He lived a good life, was a great husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He would have been happier if he had died about 3 years ago. May he rest in peace. I'm glad I saw him last week and 2 weeks earlier.

[DevilWearsPrada2.0]

for Ozzie and Ozzie Mama and Ozzie Family on the loss of Ozzie Dad. Prayers and thoughts are with you during this very stressful period of time you are going through. You will cherish the wonderful times and the memories you have of your Father, and will be able to share those with sweet lil' Ruthie.

We are here for you Ozzie. Be safe on your travels, and take care of you Ozzie Mama.

[ArkieDukie]

Infinite hugs, prayers, and vibes to you and your family, Ozzie. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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[Cheermom]

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I wish I had connected with you last night to express my condolences in person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I hope you can take some comfort in the long and wonderful life he had and the memories that will always be with you.

[CameronBornAndBred]

Very sorry to hear this Ozzie. I'm also very happy you were able to go see him just a short time ago.

[shereec]

I am so sorry to hear this Ozzie. Hugs, prayers, and many good thoughts headed your way. Safe travels.

[OZZIE4DUKE]

Thanks all. He lived a good/great life, except for the last couple of years. He told me over 30 years ago his wishes, and it wasn't to live the way he's been. He's in a better place, and we'll all miss him.

I'm driving down today. I wanted to leave an hour ago and I haven't packed yet.

Now Dad, about that PowerBall drawing tonight...

[lawgrad91]

Ozzie and OzzieFamily, condolences and thoughts and prayers for your family from the Lawgrads. Be safe in your travels. Love to you all.

[Lavabe]

Condolences to you and your family from the land of the missing D and E.
All of our thoughts and prayers for you,
Lavabe, ILJ, Legacy Lady, and Georgia the Wonderdog

[IowaDevil]

Our sympathy, hugs & prayers from the Iowa Devils to you and all of the Ozzie family. May your good memories help you thru this tough time! Travel safe!

[captmojo]

Thanks all. He lived a good/great life, except for the last couple of years. He told me over 30 years ago his wishes, and it wasn't to live the way he's been. He's in a better place, and we'll all miss him.

I'm driving down today. I wanted to leave an hour ago and I haven't packed yet.

Now Dad, about that PowerBall drawing tonight...

Be careful on your trip. Much sympathy. RIP OZZIEDAD.

[Ima Facultiwyfe]

All of your CTN family is grieving with you, Oz. When Ozzie hurts, we all hurt. You can take great comfort in knowing you gave your dad such good friendship, joy and 3 generations that follow him to be proud of. Nobody could ask for more. I'm sure he agrees.

Love and hugs to you all.
Amy

[DukePA]

Thanks all. He lived a good/great life, except for the last couple of years. He told me over 30 years ago his wishes, and it wasn't to live the way he's been. He's in a better place, and we'll all miss him.

I'm driving down today. I wanted to leave an hour ago and I haven't packed yet.

Now Dad, about that PowerBall drawing tonight...

You made us smile, Ozzie I hope you have an uneventful drive then find yourself surrounded by family and friends and wonderful memories. Stevo and I were thinking about how rough last night must have been for you in many ways and wishing we could do something to make it easier. Peace, love and hugs to you and your family. (And carolina can still, please, got to hell )

[pamtar]

My heartfelt condolences to the Ozzie family. All the vibes I can muster heading your way!

[CathyCA]

I am sending good thoughts and prayers your way, Ozzie. I'm so glad you had that visit with your dad last week. I know that you will miss him terribly.

[bjornolf]

You are a lucky man, Oz, to have had such great parents, and to have had them so long. I'm jealous. Love, hugs, vibes, and prayers, man.

[CathyCA]

Still thinking of you and your family, Ozzie. Let us know how you're doing when you get a chance.