Tuesday, 16 September 2008

remembered

sorry I've been a little inactive here. my ex-husband, father to four of my children, passed away on the 12th after a six month battle with cancer. sadly, he was estranged from his kids and, while he wasn't the greatest of dads or the best of husbands, the kids and I do remember the happier times with love.





Gary (Toro) Tomlinson

8/9/47 - 12/9/08

R.I.P

21 comments:

Judybec said...

My heart goes out to you and your dear children Serena. Keep all those good memories in your heart.

Kate I said...

My condolances to both you and your children Serena. I have an "ex" myself with whom my children were estranged for several years and can understand a little of how difficult this may be for your family.

Thank you for sharing this with us and please know that I send love and healing to your family.

Margaret Ann said...

A touching and honorable post Serena...condolences and blessings to you and your children.

Linda Fleming said...

How sad that he wasn't able to establish a relationship with the kids before he passed. I am glad you can hang on to some good memories, and how sweet of you to not have bitterness toward him.

Theresa said...

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss, even if you haven't been very close recently. Death is never easy to deal with. **Hugs**

Felicity Grace said...

Sorry to that Serena, it must be a difficult time for all of you.

Maria Catalina Wiley said...

Please accept my deepest sympathies to you, Serena & to your children,
love
Maria

Art and Poetry said...

I am sorry to hear this, there is a lot of sadness on different blogs.

All the best Nick

platitudinal said...

Dear Serena,

My deepest sympathy for you and your children on the passing of their father. You have a great heart for focusing on the happier times.

Love,
Luci.

Anonymous said...

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Cher

Belinda Lindhardt said...

Having recently acquired an "ex" i can only imagine the mixed emotions you must be having. My thoughts are with you and your children. Thinking of you all.

Rita said...

My heart goes out to you and your children, dear lady!

Anonymous said...

My deepest sympathy Serena. May time be kind to you and especially your children.
Ronell

Anonymous said...

Really sorry. A Kiss for you and your childrens.

Anonymous said...

Serena, I'm so sad to hear of your loss and will keep you and your children in my thoughts.

DINTOONS said...

wishing you and your kids much love and peace during this difficult time... and may gary's soul rest in peace.
take care serena.

Gwen Buchanan said...

I am very sorry ... life is too short for living.... and for solving all of our misunderstandings.. You presented this very kindly. You are a strong person. Take care ...

Serena Lewis said...

I'm blown away by your kindness and sympathy for me and the kids. Thank you all so much. It has helped us more than you know. ((((Hugs to you all))))

sandy said...

OH Serena, I'm so sorry to read this! What a sad loss for everybody.

s

suzanne cabrera said...

Thank you for sharing this part of your life with us. I am truly sorry for your family's loss.

Serena Lewis said...

Thank you, Sandy and Suzanne, your sentiments are much appreciated.