dezertbill Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 This past Friday afternoon, my son Danny lost a long battle with addiction. My heart has a gigantic hole in it that is only getting bigger as the hours go by. Danny was (as some of you that met him) a kind, funny and gregarious boy...he never lost those qualities. He tried to beat his demons over the past 6 years, and was temporarily successful for months at a time...once over a year! He never wanted that life and hated it, he never gave up...My family and I never gave up on him...we loved him so much. Friday I got the call that no parent ever wants to get. He will be coming home for the last time later this week. Not the homecoming We ever wanted. Â He was a life long rabid Bills fan. Proud to be a Bills fan. Wore his Bills colors in the heart of Dolphin territory...we texted each other all game long, shared the victories and the defeats...planned to come this this years tailgate. Now that's all gone. Â My plea to you is to have compassion for people in his position, they don't want to be there...they hate it, are ashamed of it...and sometimes just can't escape it. I miss my son and best buddy...I'd gladly change places with him, he was so young so much to live for. Please say a prayer for Danny to finally be at peace. Â Â Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
#34fan Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 I'm saddened by this.. Deep condolences and prayers for your family..
RyanC883 Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 Horrible news. Condolences to you abd your family. Remember him for what he was not what those demons made him.  +1. Thoughts and Prayers for your family. He is still alive in your memories of what he was, not what the demons made him. Remember those times. And this Irish Blessing:  I could not stay another day, To love, to laugh, to work or play; Tasks left undone must stay that way. And if my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss… Ah yes, these things I, too, shall miss. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief – Don’t shorten yours with undue grief. Be not burdened with tears of sorrow, Enjoy the sunshine of the morrow.
4merper4mer Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 So sorry for your loss and will pray for your family and your son.
Tipster19 Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 (edited) You're breaking my heart and I wish that there was something that I could say or do to lift this heartache from you but unfortunately I know that there isn't. I too went through some great pain with my oldest son because of addiction but thankfully he got through and turned his life over to Christ. 2 of my sons have been shot and stabbed, once in the heart, but through the Grace of God they were both saved. No football today for me, my heart and mind are on you. I pray for Danny's salvation and for God to lift this pain from his parents. I know that it's dark for you now, I wish that I could do more for you. Edited February 5, 2017 by Tipster19
Fixxxer Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 very sad news, my condolences to you and your family.
fansince88 Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 So hard to read and must have been so hard to write. From your fellow Bills fans and family so sorry for your loss. In my prayers .
Dr.Sack Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 I'm not a religious person but hope you find comfort in his memory & you will meet again.
Rubes Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 So sorry, man. What a heartbreak. Hope you will be able to find some peace someday.
thebandit27 Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 I just don't know what to say...as a father, I am heartbroken for you. Â I will pray for you and your family, and will hug my boys extra close tonight. Â God bless.
Tcali Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 This past Friday afternoon, my son Danny lost a long battle with addiction. My heart has a gigantic hole in it that is only getting bigger as the hours go by. Danny was (as some of you that met him) a kind, funny and gregarious boy...he never lost those qualities. He tried to beat his demons over the past 6 years, and was temporarily successful for months at a time...once over a year! He never wanted that life and hated it, he never gave up...My family and I never gave up on him...we loved him so much. Friday I got the call that no parent ever wants to get. He will be coming home for the last time later this week. Not the homecoming We ever wanted. Â He was a life long rabid Bills fan. Proud to be a Bills fan. Wore his Bills colors in the heart of Dolphin territory...we texted each other all game long, shared the victories and the defeats...planned to come this this years tailgate. Now that's all gone. Â My plea to you is to have compassion for people in his position, they don't want to be there...they hate it, are ashamed of it...and sometimes just can't escape it. I miss my son and best buddy...I'd gladly change places with him, he was so young so much to live for. Please say a prayer for Danny to finally be at peace. Â Â Â This past Friday afternoon, my son Danny lost a long battle with addiction. My heart has a gigantic hole in it that is only getting bigger as the hours go by. Danny was (as some of you that met him) a kind, funny and gregarious boy...he never lost those qualities. He tried to beat his demons over the past 6 years, and was temporarily successful for months at a time...once over a year! He never wanted that life and hated it, he never gave up...My family and I never gave up on him...we loved him so much. Friday I got the call that no parent ever wants to get. He will be coming home for the last time later this week. Not the homecoming We ever wanted. Â He was a life long rabid Bills fan. Proud to be a Bills fan. Wore his Bills colors in the heart of Dolphin territory...we texted each other all game long, shared the victories and the defeats...planned to come this this years tailgate. Now that's all gone. Â My plea to you is to have compassion for people in his position, they don't want to be there...they hate it, are ashamed of it...and sometimes just can't escape it. I miss my son and best buddy...I'd gladly change places with him, he was so young so much to live for. Please say a prayer for Danny to finally be at peace. Â Â God bless Danny.And God bless you and your family...-Will say prayers today.
1st Ammendment NoMas Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 May God bring Danny home and greet him with love and mercy. May you find peace and may God heal your heart. I am very sorry for your loss and pray you and your family are granted the strength and peace to go through the grieving process. We feel for you and wish you the best.
todd Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 This past Friday afternoon, my son Danny lost a long battle with addiction. My heart has a gigantic hole in it that is only getting bigger as the hours go by. Danny was (as some of you that met him) a kind, funny and gregarious boy...he never lost those qualities. He tried to beat his demons over the past 6 years, and was temporarily successful for months at a time...once over a year! He never wanted that life and hated it, he never gave up...My family and I never gave up on him...we loved him so much. Friday I got the call that no parent ever wants to get. He will be coming home for the last time later this week. Not the homecoming We ever wanted. Â He was a life long rabid Bills fan. Proud to be a Bills fan. Wore his Bills colors in the heart of Dolphin territory...we texted each other all game long, shared the victories and the defeats...planned to come this this years tailgate. Now that's all gone. Â My plea to you is to have compassion for people in his position, they don't want to be there...they hate it, are ashamed of it...and sometimes just can't escape it. I miss my son and best buddy...I'd gladly change places with him, he was so young so much to live for. Please say a prayer for Danny to finally be at peace. Â Â Â So sorry NG. I can't imagine the pain you've gone through and what you are going through now.
GG Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 Oh my. Â Over the years, I was hoping that he would overcome the demons. And every time you would post a hopeful message, maybe that was the sign that he's on the mend. Â But life has a knack for throwing you curveballs that you cannot control. Â If there's one little thing that I can tell you is that you were there for him and did as much as a parent could in a very trying circumstance. Â Rest in peace little guy, because that's my memory of him, and again I apologize for cursing in front of a ten year old.
Hammered a Lot Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 Your not alone. This is becoming to common. A couple of tailgaters in my lot recently are enduring what you are going thru. Water flows from my eyes every time, every time.
2003Contenders Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 May God bless you and your whole family. I pray that He brings you comfort during these saddest of times.
swnybillsfan Posted February 5, 2017 Posted February 5, 2017 very sorry. may you find peace in the memories, and may the best of him live on in your hearts, thoughts, and stories.
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