Guest Mr Pieman Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 Dear All, Well after an agonising few days Mr Pieman finally died yesterday at 1730hrs. Having been admitted to hospital for the previous three days, I managed to stay with him for the last days of his life. The hospital staff let me sleep on the floor by his bed - not that I got much sleep - and I managed to try to tell him some of the things I needed him to know bwefore he left us. I had hoped he would just peacefully slip away in his sleep but I wasn't blessed with that luxury. Although he wasn't in pain (too much morphine for pain) he looked so scared as his heart and lungs finally stopped. It was so difficult to keep telling him it was ok, not to fight it and just drift off to sleep. I so wanted him to stay but he has suffered so much it was the only kind thing left. Watching someone you love and cherish slip away in front of you is a terrible thing and one I hope I never have to see again So, Mr Pieman Senior has finally made the short journey to the great hunting grounds in the sky. I have many happy memories of him and hope the pain will eventually fade. I don't ever remember crying so much. So, from the ashes a phoenix needs to rise. I have two. Firstly, I have learnt the value of the hospice. St Andrews Hospice in Grimsby were amazing. Dad never stayed there, but often went as a day patient. They helped bath him at home and really did care for his welfare in a compassionate and loving way. If you see people collecting for hospices, please stick a few quid in the box. Second, I have decided that as Mr P Senior was such an inspiration to me that I would like to do something as a legacy to him. So, from Dad's gun cabinet I would like to give one of dads guns to a youngster to help them get into the sport. It is a 27 inch barrelled English side by side, choked 1/4 and 1/2. It isn't a Purdey or any such thing but is in excellent condition and was the last gun my father shot before he got too ill to go out. It is in very good condition and handles very well. Ideally, would probably suit a right handed shot as, although a 'straight' stock, it has a slight right handed kick to it (it is supposed to have it!) So, ideas people. I have no idea of how to select the recipient and would like it if someone could work something out for me, letting me just hand over the gun. I'll also give some of Dad's decoying stuff too once I get things sorted out. I think Dad would be proud that he could play a part in 'bringing on' another youngster into the shooting world and, I feel, it would be a fitting legacy to a man I have admired and loved all my life. Wherever you are now Dad, I love you. You'll always be in our thoughts and hearts. After all the pain and suffering I know you have finally found peace and can rest. I'm sure we'll find a worthy recipient for your gun and in a roundabout way you can keep the pigeon total down. Rest in peace, my dearest friend, father and teacher x Dad's funeral is next Wednesday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimdfish Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 dearest sympathies Pieman. A noble gesture in the gun that If he's looking down I am sure he will be proud. Try to let the past few months pain fade with memory and remember all the good times you had forever. youve made me cry now you ******. jimDfish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurcherboy Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 Your father will be as proud of you as you are of him. Your post made me cry, I am sure I could'nt post at this time, you have a great amount of courage. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. LB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vulcha Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 You have my deepest sympaties Mr. Pieman. This post made me cry and I'm only a kid! Remember the good times. My thoughts are with you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red_stag88 Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 I am truly sorry for your loss, Sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digger Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 my sympathies are with you and your family.i have never read such a fine tribute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrie0 Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 Mr Pieman My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family . Best wishes Barrie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordan Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 i shed a tear when reading your post i truly feel for you mr pieman. You have my greatest respect for saying what you have on the forums and for giving a gun away you truly are a great man my deepest sympathies to you and your family y.i.s jordan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cranfield Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 Pieman, you and your family have our sympathy at this sad time. If you don't know a young shooter who would appreciate your Fathers gun, it might be worth contacting the BASC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadSpringer Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 My sympathies to you and your family at this sad time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teal Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 Like everyone else I was very moved by the post, you have my deepest sympathies on this sad day. The donation of the gun to a youngster is a very noble suggestion and I wish you the best of luck in finding one who deserves this chance, Cranfield's suggestion of contacting the BASC is a good one. My thoughts are with you, William. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hammergun Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new to the flock Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 My condolances to your faimly. I know these have been trying times and you have conducted yourself as a true Gentleman and loving son throughout. I only hope I can show 1/2 the courage that you have when it is my Fathers time. I am proud to know you and to call you a friend. As for the gun, consider holding an essay contest. The essay would have to be written by the child telling of there feeling to hunting and why they feel that they should be the holder of such a fine jester. Yours in Sport........Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the last engineer Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 mr pieman, as have many ,i have a tear in my eye and a pain in my heart, you sir have to be an extremely strong person ,of whom im sure your family are proud as IS your father, i admire your strength in writing your posts to keep us all informed, i feel like it is a family here. i hope you find the right youngster to hand down your fathers gun ,maybe a nephew or neice you have you could take them out and pass on your memories too ,good luck to you martin "lest we forget " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazza Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 Pieman please accept my deepest sympathies, my thoughts are with you and your family. Larry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deako Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 Pieman, I echo Lazza's thoughts...take care mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sniper Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 My thoughts are with you and your family Mr P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leon Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 Just can't think of words to say that already have not been said, my thoughts are with you. Leon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 Please accept my sincere condolencies at the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family at this sorrowful time. Remain strong for your family and your dad. Regards webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browning Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 Mr Pieman, Please accept our sincerest condolences for your great loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time. Maybe you could contact BASC and donate your fathers gun as a young shots prize at one of their competitions ? Be strong. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazza Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 deepest sympathies mr pieman, all the best to you and your family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wookie Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 I'm really sorry for your loss Mr. P. I lost my grandad in much the same way and, even though it's a while ago now, it's still very raw on my soul. Wookie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tucker Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 Pieman. Your father will always be with you as mine has with me. Stay strong for your family, as I know you can. Deepest sympathy for you and your family. God bless MR. PIEMAN (SNR) TUCKER. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemma Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 It's impossible to read such a moving tribute without having a bit of a cry. I think you are incredibly brave, and your idea to pass on your fathers gun to a youngster is a wonderful one. I wish you all the best. Gem xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodeer Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 I am very sorry to hear of your terribly sad time. May your father rest in peace and quiet. It was brave of you to come on hear and open your feelings up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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