A sad family
November 9, 2008 // // me

We have a very sad family right now. My dad passed away at the age of 83. He’s going to be very missed, my girls adored him. He was teaching Emma to speak Spanish (as he was born in Mexico) and Charlotte loved making him read story after story to her. He had been battling cancer for the last year, but his death was still a surprise to all who loved him - he was a spry 83 who still worked 3 days a week playing the piano at a cafe, and drove himself to his own chemo appointments.
He lived a pretty full life, starting out as a musician and ending up to be a well-respected make-up artist working on such films as the Journey of Natty Gann and television series like North of 60.
He even had his own IMDB page: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0535687/
I realize there are some anxious clients waiting to see galleries and I assure you that everyone will get their images in time for the holidays. I just need some time with my family in the next week to try to deal with our loss and to make final preparations for him. I truly appreciate your understanding and will be back at work as soon as possible.
Thanks and much love,
Brandy
Brandi said...
Oh Brandy… I’m so sorry about your loss. Please let me know if you need absolutely anything. <3
November 9th, 2008
Patti said...
(((((((((Brandy)))))))))))))
November 9th, 2008
Alicia said...
Oh Brandy, I’m so sorry to hear this. Many hugs to you and your family right now.
November 10th, 2008
stacey woods said...
brandy, i’m so very sorry. your dad sounds like he was a strong and very talented man, and i’m sure you’ve got such wonderful memories of your time with him. what a blessing. i love this photo of you on his lap. precious.
November 10th, 2008
Lori said...
I’m so sorry Brandy
November 10th, 2008
Dana said...
Brandy, I am so sorry. If you need anything over the next while, please do not hesitate. For now, I’ll just send hugs.
November 10th, 2008
Stacy said...
Sorry to hear about your loss Brandi. I will be praying for you and your family. Please let me know if there is anything we can do for you.
*hugs*
November 10th, 2008
lindseydy said...
SO sorry about your loss.Your in my thoughts! (((hugs)))
November 10th, 2008
Chris said...
My heartfelt and sympathetic condolences to you and yours. I, too, lost my dad a few years ago and it seems like yesterday. Your clients will wait….just take time to regroup and heal as a family. And too, remember that tears bring healing as well so let them flow freely in remembrance of one incredible man who graced your life. Take care of yourself and you/yours have moved to the forefront of my prayers.
November 10th, 2008
chantal said...
Brandy-I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your girls. Take care of yourself in this difficult time.
very sincerely, Chantal and family
November 10th, 2008
Shonda Feddema said...
So sorry for your loss Brandy - You and your family are in my thoughts.
November 10th, 2008
Natasha said...
I’m sorry to hear of your loss. Your dad sounds like he was an awesome guy - how blessed your family was to have him in your lives. your family is in my prayers.
November 11th, 2008
Carla said...
Brandy: I’m so sorry for your loss. I hope you and your family are able to find peace during this time.
November 12th, 2008
amanda padgham said...
Brandy I am so sorry for your loss. You know I am always here if you need anything at all. Love you…..
November 12th, 2008
Carrie Styczen said...
So sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
November 12th, 2008
Danna said...
Brandy, I am just seeing this now. I am so so sorry for your loss and you know I am here for you ..whatever you need just let me know. We are all sending you, Dave, Char and Em our love and lots and lots of hugs.
November 13th, 2008
Rose said...
Dear Brandy, Sue told me about your Dad, I’m so sorry. I know from personal experience that no matter how prepared you are, what a shock it is.You really have my admiration for going through Saturday night with such aplomb, kowinfg you I shouldn’t be surprisd at how well you pulled it off, but you did. I will be thinkin gof you and your family on Tuesday, take care, Rose
November 15th, 2008
Joanna said...
All my prayers are with you and your family. It sounds like your girls will have wonderful memories of him.
November 15th, 2008
Jody said...
Brandy, I am very sorry to hear about your loss! I know how tough this time is! Take care of yourself!
November 16th, 2008
Amy said...
I am so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers to you and your family
November 22nd, 2008