R.I.P. Dad- Sam F. Jenkins 1912-2009

I can relate. My grandfather is on his death bed, its rough. Regardless of how old they are. Dealing with my dad dealing with the situation is alot worse. I've never seen him cry, and its just difficult. I came to terms with the fact after he was diagnosed with dementia, but no one else did...such is life. My condolences, and may your dad rest in peace.
 
Thank You, and my sympathies for your Grandfather, your Father, and your own grief.

It's not easy to stop and think-that we all- have issues and situations in our lives, with ourselves, our loved ones, friends, etc. that effect us in many ways.

All we can do is be strong for each other, and be grateful for what we still have despite what we may lose.
Easier to say than do...

This Forum can help.

Your sentiment is very appreciated.
 
Deepest sympathies.With a very..sick father, i understand how it feels to watch someone slip away....
Im very sorry about your grandfather, andrew and im very sorry about your father, larry.
RIP Sam Jenkins
 
My deepest condolences.

Hang in there man. My mom got breast cancer two years ago, luckily we discovered it early. But that feeling, I can't even describe it.

As Florin said, you considering us here at the forum friends enough to share this with us, it is incredible, it says so much about the forum, and there stands so much respect of it.
 
My appreciation for the comments made and sentiments expressed goes without saying I hope.

I'll say it anyway:

Thank You.

The WARWICK FORUM came into existence for me shortly after I bought my $$ fretted 4, Nirvana Black- I had originally set out to buy a Standard 'Vette, as I always DUG 'Wicks and knew they were made and played well.
Anyway, tried the $$-BOOM.
Happy Warwick Owner/Operator!

Since then- I've got the mighty Hellborg System, (and you don't wanna get me going-again!:twisted:)
and hopefully before too long, my CS THUMB BO in High-Polish GREEN! will be here, from Germany to California...

So- this Forum is a great place for the joy and happiness we can get from our Warwick's, and our Music, and our sharing thoughts.

And when sadness unfortunately rears it's head, as it does in Life-
It's a place to hang too.

Thanks, Guys.
Means a lot to read the good wishes.

LNJ
 
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss Larry - my deepest sympathies are with you. Take care.
 
My deepest sympathies in theese hard times, RealDeal. Hope you`ll find the end of the circle, closure, and peace of mind. After emptiness, hopefully, comes creativity.

Char
 
Hey Larry, just got back from a tour in the outback mate, so sorry for the late reply, my heart felt condolences to you & your family man. I lost my dad in 1989 & i still miss & think of him every day. There is always a tear not far away when he is mentioned.

I take comfort that i know he is watching over me & the family & I often feel his presence when im playing gigs, it helps me so much.

Stick close to your family for a while now if you can, laugh & cry together, be extreemly proud of his achievments & what he did for yours & everyone elses country, be happy that he did live to a ripe old age, (my dad was only 56), and take comfort that your friends here are thinking of you.

Regards,

Rusty
 
And more thanks, what great sentiments guys, so appreciated & taken to heart.

JUST got back from a session-working in a new drummer- 1st time playing in an ensemble since last Sunday when Dad passed-
And although it was somewhat a slow start but solid,- as I knew it would-
Dad's love & spirit kicked in for me and helped me nail it, playing with Funk and Feeling, hitting it right and playing creatively, with vibrancy and spirit.

In Life-He wasn't exactly on the same page as me musically,nor was he a big advocate of pursuing the arts as a livelihood- but no matter-
He always supported; he always loved. Always.

And I'll ALWAYS feel his presence and protection and guidance and Love when I play, and that's a major plus and a bonus. That's important.
Bless you Dad.

And thank you Guys, from the bottom of my heart.
 
Hi Larry just want to send my condolences mate and let you know that you are far from alone. Like Rusty, i too lost my father when he was fairly young in a workplace accident.He was only 53. And it is great to hear Rusty say that after 20 years he still thinks of his old man everyday which is exactly the same for me(albeit only 3 years have passed). My only advice is that time does make it easier or maybe it is that our scars build and toughen to absorb some of the pain. Think of the good times mate as i am sure there were many.Take care.
 
I really appreciate that. Many nice thoughts from Oz; I hope to visit there, as I have a friend near Sydney, Chantal, who makes some of the coolest Straps in the World...
That one down there goes on my Nirvana Black $$, and drives the laydeez wild!

In many respects I was very fortunate- I had Dad with me for a long time, and he had all his faculties until almost the very end; as well as at least reasonable health until his final decline.

That aside, it's NEVER easy for any of us- My ladyfriend, Nancy Lee lost both her parents when she was in her early 20's, and had to "grow up" and earn her way without any support.

Me-- Well, let's just say that especially as concerns being a musician/artist, there were plenty times when Dad saved my a** and I didn't deserve it.
That kind of unconditonal love is what gives meaning to the World and the Human race despite troubling times...

I feel Dad's and Mom's presence every day, I speak to them, and in their own way-They answer.

Missing them both, it's not easy now, after almost 2 years of caring for Dad.
But I know EXACTLY what he would tell me to do..as he had in many instances...

"Go on, move along! Don't dwell on what's done! That chapter is ended, go to the next!"

I understand, Dad, I will; I'm trying.

Thank You ALL for your kind words, I value them.
 

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Let me know when you're coming to Sydney Larry.
We can visit Bass People.It's not only the "only" electric bass guitar specialist shop in Sydney,but it's probably one of the best in the world.

The shop is still quite new,maybe a year old,so the website doesnt include all their inventory & is a bit iffy to navigate.Click "shop online" to peruse some of their amazing gear.
 
Greg- Chantal tells me that besides being an interesting destination City-there's a great local music scene, and Melbourne is a hub of sorts- Besides which she states there's so much to see down Under, it's overwhelming.
Always has been one of my "must-go" destinations as far back as when I used to be an avid saltwater Fisheman (SoCal has some great inshore fishing at times- Albacore! Yelowtail! Calico Bass!) and had customers in Oz that told me about Barramundi, GIANT Yellowtail, and Marlin the size of....
Fish Stories.

So yeah, everything there would be a great experience. We (Chantal & I) talked about the possibility of my taking a week or two to decompress- The last couple years- 6 months in particular- have been an emotional drain.
Need to clean up the slate here at home; lots of details to attend to from a life of 97 years...

But at some point it would be my great pleasure to come over and meet you. First and Second rounds are on me-

To the Warwick Forum,
and our Dads.....
 
Sweet.We'll have to get Rusty on board too.He's a real cool bloke.
 
That would be awesome.

I'll bring a couple cases of Coors, you can pick up the Foster's.

Not sure if I can carry-on the Hellborg system on Qantas...:twisted:
 
deepest condolences... my grandfather born in same year 1912. but he gone in 2004 (93 old)
 
my grandfather born in same year 1912. but he gone in 2004 (93 old)

Yeah...funny; I'm no "kid" but Dad did get started kinda late in life with having his Children...

1912- They were delivering ice by Horse-Wagon then; now we "Twitter" etc.
Time flies.

Thanks for your kind thought.

I'm in the MidWest now, visiting with my Sister, settling some affairs, etc. before I return to warm & sunny SoCalifornia (& my Hellborg!).

Happy Thanksgiving to all, even those overseas!

LNJ
 
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