Saying Goodbye To My Best Friend

How do you replace your best friend?  Who can substitute as my soul mate?  No one can.  I’m still dealing with the shock, pain and sadness of the loss of my dear wife, Shelley.  She was everything to me.   She was my life.  No matter what kind of day I had she was always there to listen.  Always had the right thing to say.  Always brought perspective and logic to every situation.  I can’t believe she’s gone.  Can’t believe it.

They say the pain of the loss of a loved one fades with time.  I’ll accept that, but I’ve never felt sadness and pain like this.  Shelley and I had so much more to do.  We had so many plans and in such a short time it was taken away.

Shelley found happiness in the simple things:      a beautiful sunset, new buds on the tree in the springtime, sitting on our front porch and enjoying a sunny day.  She was also just happy to see me walk in the door.

One thing I’m sure of is she knew how much I loved her and I knew she loved me.  It was unconditional love.

I have been absolutely astonished at the number of cards and letters I’ve received – many from people I’ve never met.  The hundreds of messages of condolence left on the Buffalo News and funeral home websites has been amazing.  I’ll never be able to thank everyone who expressed their thoughts, memories and love, but your support has been incredibly helpful as I begin the healing process.

Please continue to keep Shelley and me in your prayers.