Lost my Hunting Partner

[kyfanatic]

I know this ain't the place to put this kind of thing,but I figure most of you guys being outdoorsmen could understand.I lost my brother 2 weeks ago and just can't get over it.you see he was my hunting,fishing,and camping partner ever since we were kids.He made his share of mistakes,had his faults ,but would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it.
He was with me when I caught my 1st fish,shot my 1st deer,and gave me my 1st rabbit dog.Taught me how to shoot better than I could have ever learned on my own as he was a top of the line marksman in the military.(Airborne Special Forces)
I watched him survive Vietnam even though he came home carrying bullets in his head and back (never stopped him from doing anything ).
As kids growing up we were always very competitive and when I started taking more game and fish he took to whooping me more (lol,he was the better fighter)I guess he beat me this time though,he got to Gods house first and I'm a sore loser that will sure miss him,he was 56 years old.
Glenn P.

[GSP]

Sorry to hear of your loss.

[lab]

A loss of life is always hard, but when it is someone as close as you and your brother were, it makes it twice as hard. Prayers are with you and your family.

[AteUp]

I too am sorry and hope you carry his spirit in your heart whenever you hit the woods or water.

[CPA Hunter]

time, man time is the only thing that helps -- good luck.

[Grant]

Prayers sent your way!!

[Gobblergetter2.1]

Terribly sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

[buckfever]

My prayers for you, your family and your brother's family. Nothing can ever fill the void in the living caused by the loss of a loved one, but rest easier knowing that your brother will always be smiling down on you every time you take to the field.

[Turkeyhunter5]

man i fill for ya, sorry to here about it. i lost my grandmother in '99 and she was like a 2nd mother to me. i loved her alot. hopefully you and your brother will be able to go hunting and fishing again one day.

[trust me]

I haven't lost a brother yet, so I can't say I know how you feel. But I lost my father 14 years ago, and it's rough to lose someone you're that close to. The first few months were tough, especially when you have a moment like, "Gee, I'll call bro/dad and see if he's free to go fishing tonight," and you find yourself standing there with the phone in your hand, and you remember he isn't there anymore. Those really hurt, at least for me. That sudden shock all over again is rough. Those moments go away after a while, thank goodness, and you get comfortable with the memories, and then you make your peace with the loss.

Now, every time I pick up the Browning, worn shiny by my father, or go fishing with his Ambassadeur , or feel a grouse erupt at my feet and buzz off into the trees, I get to rejoice all over again about the good times back then, and I don't mourn anymore about what I'm missing now. Because everything that bro/dad built into your person all those years ago is still there, and Someday, you'll get to share time with that person again.

You'll reach that point, where the rejoicing of the past joys will replace the mourning of the present loss. Hang in there.

[RutNBuck]

" " a moment of silence i cant even think of words to help ease your pains...time will help but memories will last forever

[plowboy]

Man it don't get no worse. 56 is way to young. I lost my baby brother some years ago, it ain't supposed to be the younger ones first. Thinking about you man, hang in there.

[Xtreme]

I know exactly how you feel. My dad was my one true fishing partner, we hunted as well but he always liked fishing better than hunting.

When he passed away 12 years ago it was like I could not bare to think about fishing for a few years. I fish again now and it is with my wife and friends. I still pass spots where we used to fish at times and just drift back. Dad loved to crappie fish and everytime I catch a good one I think of him.

Your brother will never leave you. For as long as your eyes can see the sunrise and your ears hear the sounds of mother nature coming to life he will be with you.

Keep your brother's legacy alive by doing your best to pass on what he passed on to you.

Airborne all the way!!!!!!

[Feedman]

Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother.

[KyLongbeard]

Very sorry for you'r loss. My families prayer are with you and your's.

[turk2di]

Sure sorry to hear of your loss. Time will help and keep on a huntin and fishin, cause he will be with you!

[creekdawgg]

Sorry to hear about your loss, I lost my brother when I was 9 Although we hadent had time to do alot together I still tear up everytime I think about him but I know he is in a better place. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Extreme is right

[wwarrior]

Sorry For Your loss
Prayers sent for you and your family
May God Bless

[RUTNUT]

My prayers are with you and your family.

[dorris]

sorry to hear about the loss it makes me stop and think . my brother is in st louis mo and I see him about 2 times a year seems like it was yesterday when we were kids but its been a long time I feel for you and I don't know the true feelings your having right now because i have'nt yet had to go through it yet but I dread it when it gets here . but all I can say is im sorry and god is the one to help you through it. stay strong and god bless you and your family

[Mudbone]

my prayers out to you! God be with you and your family.

[kyfanatic]

Just wanted to say "Thankyou" for all the thoughts and words,much appreciated.

[Slickhunter2.0]

we all feel for ya...bonds are never truely broken...hate, hope, determination, and love are the only true bonds in this life and the next

[Mount-N-Man]

Sorry to hear about losing your brother.

[oxmos]

Sorry to hear that. It's always hard loosing someone close to you.