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This time, we lose a thread in the woof of the fabric of the Greatest Generation.

By The Armorer on October 18, 2007 | | Comments (15)

Lightning rarely strikes twice in the same place this close together.

Two weeks ago, longtime buddy, regular reader, and frequent commenter Mike Lehnherr lost his father.

Today, he lost his mother, who just needed to be with her Elden and her God.

The music may be a little different, but now is the time at Castle Argghhh! when we dance: In Memoriam, for Miriam Lehnherr, Mike's mom

As Mike is wont to say, Kyrie Eleison.

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By AFSister on October 18, 2007 8:39 PM
Ohhhhh Mike. I am so, so sorry to hear about this. Soulmate couples sometimes die close together like this. Losing your better half can cause unimaginable sorrow, resolved only in death. I'm sure they're both holding hands, giggling like children, and enjoying their renewed angelic bodies. Those left on earth have so much grief to deal with though. I am just heartbroken over your loss, Mike.
 
By Jack Hammell on October 18, 2007 8:42 PM
"Tha mi bron ach" (The sadness is upon me)[Irish]
 
By April Rollison on October 18, 2007 9:20 PM
Mike & family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. April & Doug Rollison
 
By AFSister on October 18, 2007 10:03 PM
....and the grief and tears of the evening continue. I can't believe it. LTC Brian Delaplane, of "Firepower Forward", passed away last week of a pulmonary embolism. It's been a bad night... and tornados are on the way. I think I'll cover my head now, and cry myself to sleep.
 
By HomefrontSix on October 18, 2007 10:10 PM
A very sad day across the board. I like your idea AFS. Seems like the right thing to do at the moment. First, prayers on the way for all of the families.
 
By BillT on October 18, 2007 10:46 PM
Fac me tecum plangere...
 
By Barb on October 19, 2007 12:27 AM
Mike - I'm so sorry! My thoughts are with you and all your family at this sad time. AFSis said it well, they are together in peace.
 
By Matt DeMaria on October 19, 2007 7:01 AM
Mike, I am saddened at the loss of your Mom and Dad so close together (but, you knew this would happen - you called it a few weeks ago). It is evident, as with many of our greatest generation, that their love was so strong, that as lifelong partners, they simply wanted to remain together. Mom just wanted to join Dad. You and your family are in my prayers. God Bless, Matt
 
By Chris Foley on October 19, 2007 7:37 AM
Mike - Our sympathy and prayers go out to you, and we know that your Mom is back with Elden, and they are taking that long ride into the sunset together. What a great thought! Chris
 
By MajMike on October 19, 2007 8:04 AM
..nunc, et in hora mortis nostrae. amen.
 
By Mel Cape on October 19, 2007 8:30 AM
My dear brother, my deepest sympathies at this time of loss, but rest assured, as I know you do, there is rejoicing in heaven this day for a lamb returned to the fold, and Eldin being the loudest voice upon her entry at the gates...if there is anything we can do, do not hesitate...Blessings, Mel & Donna
 
By JimC on October 19, 2007 8:45 AM
V. Requiem aeternum dona eis Domine. R. Et lux perpetua luceat in eis. V. Requiescant in pace. R. Amen.
 
By Eric Franzen on October 19, 2007 9:18 AM
There is no loss more personal and heartfelt than the death of those we love. I pray that God maintains your strength and comforts you and your sister as you all say your final goodbyes. God bless you all.
 
By Cricket on October 19, 2007 10:34 PM
There is no death above. You will see them again, whole, happy and able to embrace you. Prayers and peace be with you...the peace of the Comforter.
 
By lona on October 22, 2007 12:48 PM
As many here have expressed, what a love they must have held. Know you are in my thoughts and those of so many and find comfort in their nearness, however far.
 
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