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

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

2007-10-19T04:59:54Z

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.

Comment from lona on 2007-10-22

2007-10-22T17:48:40Z

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.

Comment from Cricket on 2007-10-19

2007-10-20T03:34:20Z

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.

Comment from Eric Franzen on 2007-10-19

2007-10-19T14:18:02Z

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.

Comment from JimC on 2007-10-19

2007-10-19T13:45:12Z

V. Requiem aeternum dona eis Domine. R. Et lux perpetua luceat in eis. V. Requiescant in pace. R. Amen.

Comment from Mel Cape on 2007-10-19

2007-10-19T13:30:38Z

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

Comment from MajMike on 2007-10-19

2007-10-19T13:04:49Z

..nunc, et in hora mortis nostrae. amen.

Comment from Chris Foley on 2007-10-19

2007-10-19T12:37:47Z

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

Comment from Matt DeMaria on 2007-10-19

2007-10-19T12:01:44Z

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

Comment from Barb on 2007-10-19

2007-10-19T05:27:06Z

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.

Comment from BillT on 2007-10-18

2007-10-19T03:46:59Z

Fac me tecum plangere...

Comment from HomefrontSix on 2007-10-18

2007-10-19T03:10:14Z

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.

Comment from AFSister on 2007-10-18

2007-10-19T03:03:56Z

....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.

Comment from April Rollison on 2007-10-18

2007-10-19T02:20:04Z

Mike & family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. April & Doug Rollison

Comment from Jack Hammell on 2007-10-18

2007-10-19T01:42:56Z

"Tha mi bron ach" (The sadness is upon me)[Irish]

Comment from AFSister on 2007-10-18

2007-10-19T01:39:23Z

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.