MPF Sr. has the best seat in the house
by MaPatsFan on Nov 10, 2009 11:11 AM EST
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Dearest friends,
I have been away, off and on, for the past several weeks. My father has been battling congestive heart failure for 3 years and finally decided to rest this past Saturday, November 7th. I had a desperate need to participate in the last part of his life; without friends like JohnHannahRules and Marima, I could not have stayed focused on that mission. They are truly wonderful people.
My father was a Bostonian all his life. Starting out in Jamaica Plain, his family later moved to Somerville, MA. When he married a skinny red head from the sticks of Lexington, MA, they lived in Somerville for a time, moved to their first house in Billerica, MA, and then settled in Woburn, MA where my mother remains today.
He loved baseball more than any other sport. No matter how much he tried to explain the intricacies of the game, I couldn't grab hold and ultimately settled on football. The World Series wins were an immeasurable high point in his life. He didn't sleep for days, listening to every radio broadcast and watching every television special he could. He loved football and was deeply proud of this blog, but the Red Sox would remain his obsession, a "man cave" covered in memorabilia left as testament.
My dad was a frequent "lurker" and, as any dad should be, duly proud. An interview with a sportswriter or player brought a "Well, my son interviewed..." to every conversation he had. I'm happy to have given him those moments.
I will be back in the mix Thursday morning in preparation for our big matchup. Until then, you are in the best of hands.
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Hang in there, MPF.
We’ll keep the place heated ‘til you’re ready.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Nov 10, 2009 11:32 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
My condolences
We may have never met, but through this site I feel like we’ve had the chance to get to know one another. I’m terribly sorry for your loss, and myself and the other Pats Pulpit readers will keep you and your family in our thoughts and hearts.
by jctsai12 on Nov 10, 2009 11:36 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
we are also sending our condolences, this is a hard time for anyone, stay strong and us
Colts fans are also keeping you and your family in our hearts right now.
GO COLTS!!! 09 IS OURS!!!
by ANGELSFAITH on Nov 11, 2009 11:33 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
My Condolences as well
My father passed away 8 years ago tomorrow with congestive heart failure issues. It didnt make for an easy holiday season back then, but its helps to have the family functions to get you through.
by MARVININDY on Nov 10, 2009 11:55 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
I'm sorry for your loss,
but happy you were able to spend time with him prior to his passing. I was not so lucky with my father.
God Bless, MPF!
"I throw, you catch. It's NOT that hard!"
Peyton Manning, SNL, 2007
by peytonsthebest on Nov 10, 2009 12:43 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
My family will pray for peace and comfort for your family, MPF.
I didn’t have any warning when my father died, it reminds you to say the things you want to say before it’s too late.
My life has been a trivial pursuit. Trivia: where three roads meet.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Nov 10, 2009 1:01 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Sincerely condolences, MPF.
Token southern hemisphere guy - 14,688km from Foxboro. That's 9128 miles, for you heathens.
by Comedic.Sans on Nov 10, 2009 4:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
When all is said and done, its just football we all love and follow. And football is just a game. But no game can ever replace family and friends. Godspeed.
by McGarry on Nov 10, 2009 5:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
My condolences
Sadly, I know what it’s like to lose a father. But it does seem like you two were very close and shared many great times. My hope for you is that the memories of those times together, along with the support and kindness of your family, your friends— and all of your virtual friends here at Pats Pulpit—will sustain you in the trying times ahead. My thoughts are with you.
by ProfessorTodd on Nov 10, 2009 8:00 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Hope you are feeling alright. Death is always quite hard to grasp. Hang in there, I'm sorry for your loss.
Don't question my fandominium.
"the notorious D.I.B."- samdaman
by dolphinsinbuffalo on Nov 10, 2009 8:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Condolences
Sorry to hear about your loss, but it’s good to hear that he got to see all of your great writing in this venue.
by 6thround on Nov 10, 2009 10:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Sorry for your loss.
I’ll keep you and your family in my prayers.
"Pain heals. Chicks dig scars. Glory...lasts forever."-Shane Falco, "The Replacements"
by Ironman63 on Nov 10, 2009 11:58 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Deepest condolences to you and your family.
Appreciate you sharing a few warm remembrances of your father.
"If you don't pick me, I'm gonna kick your a## for 15 years." Peyton Manning to Polian, prior to 1998 draft.
by Merr on Nov 11, 2009 5:31 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Colts fan here, just had to join the Pulpit...
…to offer my deepest, sincerest condolences. A common thing amongst all humans is that as we age, the probability of losing someone dear to us increases; the ideal being that hopefully as we mature, we’re better able to grasp death and contextualise it on the bell-curve of human experience. I, for my part, take great comfort in the fact that death leads ultimately to the ability of new life to be created. There’s a nobility in that, I think. But in the end, our memories and legacies outlast us, and really, that’s kind of okay in some ways. You’ve already done your part to spread a little of your father’s memory to the readers of this blog, and I think there are few better tributes than just that: we can collectively grieve, if only for a time, for someone we’ve never met, because of what he meant to someone else.
My best to you and yours.
by linkish on Nov 11, 2009 7:48 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Condolences from Indianapolis
I lost my father 10 years ago and had the same desperate need to be there at the final moments and, although it hurts more than you could ever imagine right now, that pain in time will fade and will be replaced by great memories of your old man. I’m sorry for your loss and wish you and your family well.
by indy15 on Nov 11, 2009 8:55 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Another Colts fan here in Indiana...I'm sorry to hear about your loss...
I would like to offer my condolences to you and your family. Its obvious that your father meant alot to you. Peace and God bless.
by FortWayneColtsFan on Nov 11, 2009 9:27 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Colts Fan Here...
I joined to exress my condolences for your loss. While I am by no means a fan of the patriots, I respect its fans.
I cannot stand to think about losing my father. My prayers are with you.
I hope we have a great game this weekend that you and your father would have enjoyed!
by SupermanWearsBobSander'sPJs on Nov 11, 2009 9:38 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
My condolences
My Mom has a saying which is that as long as you keep your loved ones’ memories alive, they will never die. I’m glad to hear your father is at peace after what sounds like was a long and difficult struggle.
How can you not love a team that does this?
by LovinBlue on Nov 11, 2009 10:43 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
More condolences from Indianapolis
MaPatsFan, so terribly sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Your words about his love for the Sox and his pride in your work were touching. Thankfully your father has found peace. I hope you and your family find consolation in his memories.
The fault, dear Brutus, lies not in the stars, but in ourselves.
by Coltsfan58 on Nov 11, 2009 10:45 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Just want to off my condolences during this rough time...
Just dropping in to pay my respects and wishing you peace of mind and your father eternal peace….
by colts78 on Nov 11, 2009 11:54 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Sorry about your Dad.
Hey man, I’m sorry to hear about your Dad. Sounds like he was a man to be proud of. Sports are a big deal between the father son relationship- it sounds like you got to enjoy a lot of great memories together. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
by indycolts on Nov 11, 2009 12:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Condolences from Indy
Sorry to hear about your father. He sounds a lot like my own dad (He loves the Reds more than any other team in the world). I can only imagine being a BoSox fan all your life and finally see them win two very close together. I’m sure he’ll be smiling down on you this sunday in this years Epic showdown.
Call me "Sir" goddamnit!
by danorocks17 on Nov 11, 2009 2:46 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I am truly sorry to hear about your father...
Be thankful for the time you had together. I’m sure it lent him the peace and strength he needed in his final days. I hope it did the same for you.
On a lighter note: I am now slightly worried MPF Sr. may be conspiring with God to deliver defeat unto us this Sunday.
by peytonsurdaddy on Nov 11, 2009 4:31 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Wishing you peace and comfort
A father’s best legacy is his children, and you have done your father proud.
by ctnyc on Nov 11, 2009 11:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
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