Sometimes you find that person in life who completes you. Hollywood corny, I know, but this time it fits.
Margaret’s husband Howard was a kind, gentle man. Oh and incredibly smart. So damn smart. He laughed at us and with us. He cheered us on even in times when we deserved no audience much less an approving one. He steadied the waters when they were rough and built a ship where Margaret could sail freely with no fear of wind or rain. Her’s is a life filled with joy. That is the gift he gave her.
I will miss you dear Howard with all my heart. And I will forever be in your debt for the years of love you gave to my friend. Rest In Peace.
Margaret and Helen 
Please accept my most sincere condolences. I have not been able to read your brilliant posts for awhile so am just seeing this now. So sad to read the news. Blessings to you and all your family and friends.
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By: solargrrl on March 27, 2019
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I haven’t looked here for about two years, but I didn’t expect this news
There are no words,
So here is a song by a Hungarian who’s family has suffered pain too.’
Please accept the song in the spirit it is given. I hope someday you and your husband are together again to sing lullabies.
.
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By: James on March 25, 2019
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I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Will be keeping you in my prayers.
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By: dawnk777 on March 8, 2019
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May your families continue to be surrounded by the love and support as you journey on without Howard at your sides.
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By: janicead on March 3, 2019
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Oh, Margaret. So sorry for your loss. It’s like losing an arm, or a leg. You were a part of one another. I am thinking about you. You and Helen are people that I admire greatly. You are both so courageous and outspoken about what is important to you.
Thank you again for all you have shared with me. I know you will miss him greatly. And that does not even begin to describe what cannot be described.
Love always,
Mike
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By: Mike Hawley on March 1, 2019
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I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss. May love and the memory of a life well lived sustain you through your grief.
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By: Susan Holmes on February 22, 2019
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Oh my, I am behind. I’m SO SO SO sorry. Hugs to you both.
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By: dawnkinster on February 18, 2019
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Oh, I’m so very sorry to hear of this sad news. Peace and blessings on all who knew and loved Howard. And extra love to you both for making us laugh in these dark times.
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By: Lynn in L.A. on February 12, 2019
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Hail the Traveler, and hugs for Helen.
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By: Kate Karnopp on February 12, 2019
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[…] sad note from Margaret and Helen. Helen delivers a short, moving tribute to Margaret’s husband Howard. Makes us wish we knew him. […]
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By: Northam, Trump Ordained, SOTU, Both Siders, Pecker Pecked – FairAndUNbalanced.com on February 9, 2019
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I’m so very, very sorry.
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By: Central Oregon Coast NOW on February 7, 2019
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I am so sorry for your loss, Margaret. He sounds like a wonderful man. I know that you and Helen will comfort each other, as best friends do.
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By: motocat1 on February 6, 2019
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Dearest Helen and Margaret, I am so saddened to hear of Howard’s passing. I only wish I had had a husband as lovely as him in my life. Take care, Connie
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By: connie lehmen on February 5, 2019
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Condolences to your family.
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By: Barb Tuttle on February 5, 2019
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Rest In Peace
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By: Elyse on February 5, 2019
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So sorry about Howard. Glad that Margaret has you as a friend like you to comfort her. Peace to Margaret.
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By: Elizabeth Bohon on February 4, 2019
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Margaret – My condolences to you and your family. You and Helen have given me a sense of stability in an era of insanity. Blessings on you both.
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By: Judith Coby on February 4, 2019
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Oh, I’m sorry! Condolences to you both, especially to Margaret. Howard sounds like a fine man. May all your memories be good ones.
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By: That Other Jean on February 4, 2019
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So very sorry for your loss.
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By: Susan H on February 4, 2019
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Nicely said. This is what life is all about. Together we are better. You showed it. My condolences to the loss of a friend and companion. Thanks for sharing.
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By: Keith on February 4, 2019
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My condolences Margaret on your loss. I send you hugs and will be keeping you , Helen and your families in my prayers in the coming days as you find a way to move forward in your grief. This feels like watching my grandmother grieve all over again and it just breaks my heart, dear.
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By: Laura Rhodes Hoosier on February 4, 2019
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I am so sorry for your loss. Sending comforting thoughts.
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By: Laurel on February 4, 2019
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What a beautiful eulogy! So sorry for your loss, ladies. May you find peace in knowing he is still looking out for Margaret.
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By: Kelly Dennison on February 4, 2019
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May sweet memories be a blessing. My heart hurts for your loss.
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By: Mary Valerie Richter on February 4, 2019
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My condolences to you both.
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By: sparks1313 on February 4, 2019
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I am so sorry for your loss. I mean it, really.
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By: Rebecca Keep on February 3, 2019
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I’m so sorry. Sending love💜
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By: Carrie on February 3, 2019
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Know that my arms are around you both with love…..I am so sorry.
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By: Fran seyer on February 3, 2019
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Heartfelt condolences to you both. May all who knew and loved Howard be comforted by God’s perfect peace.
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By: Caryl Randolph on February 3, 2019
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Margaret – Sad for the loss of your Harold. The years you shared together have many warm memories for you and Helen. Hang on to them, hold them close to your hearts.
Peace.
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By: Cynthia on February 3, 2019
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Deepest sympathy for the loss of Howard – Margaret’s steadfast companion and supporter through life.
His kind spirit and legacy will remain though the pain of his loss is your shadow.
May the love of friends sustain you as you grieve.
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By: Tracey on February 3, 2019
at 10:17 AM
Your sadness touches me. May Howard be at peace and your rememberings never fail. Hugs Iron Jenny Flint
On Fri, Feb 1, 2019 at 3:39 PM Margaret and Helen wrote:
> Helen Philpot posted: “Sometimes you find that person in life who > completes you. Hollywood corny, I know, but this time it fits. Margaret’s > husband Howard was a kind, gentle man. Oh and incredibly smart. So damn > smart. He laughed at us and with us. He cheered us on even in t” >
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By: C. Hans on February 3, 2019
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By: Ruthi Muffler on February 3, 2019
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Every great man I ever knew had a great woman behind him, including me. Keep doing what you’re doing, he’d be proud of you
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By: Anonymous on February 2, 2019
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Bless you, Margaret. My love and prayers to you and your families and friends. One of life’s hardest things is to say farewell to someone you shared a love with. May the peace of God be with you.
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By: Shauna on February 2, 2019
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Dear Margaret-so sorry to hear of your loss…
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By: Ruth Mays on February 2, 2019
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I’m so very sorry.
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By: Anonymous on February 2, 2019
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You both were blessed with wonderful husbands. I’m sorry for both of your losses. Hugs to Margaret. What a wonderful send off for your best friend’s husband. Nicely done, Helen.
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By: Lisa Gunther on February 2, 2019
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Such a lovely tribute for such a sorrowful time. Condolences Margaret. May you and Helen bring much joy to each other for years to come.
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By: Anonymous on February 2, 2019
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Such a loving tribute for such a sorrowful time. Condolences Margaret. May the two of you continue to bring much joy to each other for years to come.
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By: Anonymous on February 2, 2019
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I am so sorry for both of you and your families
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By: Anonymous on February 2, 2019
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Losing a partner that was your life’s companion is a great loss. Sending you thoughts of peace and comfort.
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By: Anonymous on February 2, 2019
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I am sorry for your loss.
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By: Anonymous on February 2, 2019
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RIP Howard, Condolences Helen for the loss of
a wonderful husband.😢
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By: Anonymous on February 2, 2019
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Dear Margaret – so very sorry for your loss. May the love of friends and strangers alike surround you and comfort you.
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By: Erin on February 2, 2019
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I am very sorry for your loss, Helen. May he rest in peace, and may you be warmed by your memories of your life with Howard.
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By: Vivian M. Sherrill on February 2, 2019
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Dearest Margaret…Our love and prayers are with you as Howard sails on other seas. I hope you continue to find joy in your years of memories.
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By: MamaBear3 on February 2, 2019
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Bless you both.
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By: Patricia Gilmore on February 2, 2019
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I’m so sorry such a wonderful person in both your lives is gone. Love to you both.
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By: Terri Rice on February 2, 2019
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Wishing you both Peace and Love…may the sweet memories help you through this time of grief.
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By: Kathleen on February 2, 2019
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Dear Margaret – Words never suffice at times like this. Just please know, Margaret & Helen, that you are surrounded by heartfelt condolences by all of us who have grown close to you through your years of sharing just what we needed, when we needed it. Blessings to you & family as you walk through the pain of Howard’s loss in this world.
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By: NoAZLady on February 2, 2019
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I am so very sorry for your loss, Margaret. I ask that the angels help carry the burden of your heavy heart until you are able to remember in joy rather than in sorrow.
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By: Sharon E. Cathcart on February 2, 2019
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Sending you hugs. He will always be with you.
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By: Follower on February 2, 2019
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I’m so very sorry for your loss Margaret!
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By: Traci Johnson on February 2, 2019
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Oh, my. So sorry, Helen. And I’m glad you had such a wonderful partner in your life.
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By: emilievardaman on February 2, 2019
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I am so sorry for the loss of Howard. I hope your memories of him will comfort you.
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By: Linda Elgart on February 2, 2019
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It’s hard to lose a good friend and a great husband, my condolences to both of you.
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By: Jean R. on February 2, 2019
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So sorry to hear of your loss. Although I don’t know you personally, you feel like family or even closer! Thanks for making me laugh, feel I’m not alone in frustrating times, and expressing my hopes for a better tomorrow.
Many warm hugs from across the Atlantic.
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By: Nora on February 2, 2019
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My condolences on your and Margaret’s loss. It sounds like Howard was a gem of a man, and I’m so sorry he’s gone. Love and light to you and Margaret.
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By: romcomdojo on February 2, 2019
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I cannot think of anything to say other than I am so sorry to hear that one of the good ones had died and left grief and sorrow as well as happy memories in his wake.
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By: Sandi on February 2, 2019
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Very nice tribute. My condolences to you, both. Really.
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By: Chris on February 2, 2019
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There is a song that Johnny Cash made famous, Further on up the Road. The final verse is:
One sunny mornin’ we’ll rise I know
And I’ll meet you further on up the road
One sunny mornin’ we’ll rise I know
And I’ll meet you further on up the road.
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By: Larry on February 2, 2019
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So many wonderful comments, I can only add that Howard must have been a great person and the world was better for him being here. So sorry for your loss.
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By: Lil Sponaas on February 2, 2019
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What a beautiful tribute; we all dream of a partner like Howard to share this life with. Margaret & Helen, God bless you both.
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By: Stephanie Pucek Beranek on February 2, 2019
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So very sorry to read of your loss, Margaret & Helen. He sounds like a wonderful man. Although I only know you through the blog, I feel as if we are friends, so I am saddened with you. I send hugs with this note. xo
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By: EJ on February 2, 2019
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Thank you, Helen, for letting us know. Margaret, our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow.
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By: vadalia on February 2, 2019
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We love you, Margaret and I am so sorry for your loss. 😞❤️
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By: Mo on February 2, 2019
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My condolences to you and to Margaret.
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By: Tina on February 2, 2019
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Helen Thanks for letting us know about Howard’s passing. Bless his heart.Please pass my love and care on to Margaret. Peace and all good to you and Margaret,Stevi CarrollPasadena CA
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By: Stevi Carroll on February 2, 2019
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So sorry for your profound loss–both Margaret and Helen.
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By: Iris Lombard on February 2, 2019
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My condolences to Margaret, her family & Helen for your loss.
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By: Lita Moreno on February 2, 2019
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I’m so very sorry for Margaret’s and your loss. Howard sounds like a truly special man.
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By: Jane on February 2, 2019
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I’m so sorry for your loss. May Howards memory always be a blessing to you
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By: Maggie Day Maier on February 1, 2019
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Even though I didn’t know Howard or either of you two ladies, I’ve enjoyed your blog from time to time. Just yesterday, in fact, so it was a surprise to see another entry so soon, but then I saw it was a tribute to a great man. Of course he was very smart, he chose Margaret and she is very smart to have chosen him. Being a widow myself, I know the shock and the time it takes to not just have grief every day. Some people are never lucky enough to have what you had, Margaret, so I hope you can let your good memories sustain you in the darkest of days and your great friend Helen to bring you cheer.
My deepest condolences.
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By: Carol Sadowski on February 1, 2019
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So very sorry for Margaret’s, and your, loss. ❤
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By: MarzieK on February 1, 2019
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Much sympathy to you both and hugs for Margaret.
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By: Allison R Mugnier on February 1, 2019
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I’m so sorry Margaret’s and your loss.
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By: Claudia on February 1, 2019
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So sorry for Margaret’s loss & yours of a good friend.
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By: Connie Akers on February 1, 2019
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So sorry for your loss! Margaret and Helen, I love your posts and feel like we are friends! My deepest condolences!
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By: Patricia Pogue on February 1, 2019
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What a touching tribute to a friend.
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By: Charlotte on February 1, 2019
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My condolences to you both.
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By: elk horn on February 1, 2019
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Sad news 😥 Condolences for your loss, Margaret.
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
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I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m a widow now for 6 years and you’ll always miss and love them. Life does go on …eventually…
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By: maryplumbago on February 1, 2019
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Thanks for giving us the opportunity to present our condolences to Margaret, Helen. It can’t be easy loosing a lifelong companion. May Howard Rest In Peace and May Margaret find solace in the fact that he is in God’s embrace.
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By: Easier on February 1, 2019
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I am so very sorry for your loss. He must have been a remarkable man to have both earned your love and to have provided so much support for you both to voice your remarkably insightful (and wonderfully cutting!) views. May he rest in peace with your love, and may you continue on in living peace basking in his.
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By: Carol Giffen on February 1, 2019
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So realising your suffering. I’m sorry.
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By: Linda Ball on February 1, 2019
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This tribute and testimony of love and the power of it moves me deeply. I am sorry you have said goodbye to such a steady and bright light. May you meet again.
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By: Cat McDowell on February 1, 2019
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Oh, how I love you all and send you both so much love in this time of sorrow.
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By: pamela aston on February 1, 2019
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I know loss. Its not easy. The good memories help a whole damn lot when putting one foot in front of the other. God bless.
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By: mageen in old virginny on February 1, 2019
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I am sorry for your loss. I love you all — Margaret, Helen, Howard, and your families. I mean it. Really, really.
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By: Sue on February 1, 2019
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Blessings for the joy and love he gave.
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
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So sorry for Helen’s loss! I love you two and
Send you both good energy and hugs….Cheryl
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By: Cheryl Alexander on February 1, 2019
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My condolences…
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By: Deb on February 1, 2019
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I’m so sorry for your loss. Even though we’ve never met, reading you for all these years, I feel we’ve gotten to know all of you. My sincere condolences to Margaret.
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By: Vicki on February 1, 2019
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What a lovely remembrance. The most we can hope for is a good, dear friend and a dear sweet supportive husband. It appears she indeed has had the love and support of both. May she find peace. I know you will continue to prop her up in her time of need. Bless you all
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By: Margaret on February 1, 2019
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Holding Margaret in love and light as she walks through the new road ahead.💖💖💖💖🎶🎶🎶
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By: snicklefritzin43 on February 1, 2019
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Love and sympathy to you, Margaret. Howard will be missed by many, but no one can miss him the way you will. Sincerely, Janet Holt
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By: Janet on February 1, 2019
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Blessing and love and strength will surround you in this time Helen just as his arms did while he was with us. Comfort to you both.
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By: Kareen Shanks on February 1, 2019
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One less republican
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By: Harvey Korman on February 1, 2019
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What a lovely tribute. I’m so sorry for your loss but thank God for memories.
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By: johannabracken on February 1, 2019
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So sad to read of Howard’s death. Losing a beloved spouse is heartbreakingly difficult. Wishing you comfort.
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
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Devastating loss. My heart goes out to all who loved him. I’m so terribly sorry.
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
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So sorry for your loss. He must have been very special, and you both must have many happy memories. Rest in peace, Howard.
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By: sandra getgood on February 1, 2019
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Beautiful tribute. So sorry for your loss, Margaret. Thank you for letting us know, Helen. Sending peace and love to you both and all who loved him.
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By: Kaye on February 1, 2019
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So sorry, hugs
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By: laser1970@comcast.net on February 1, 2019
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My heart aches for you, Margaret. I am sorry. Helen, this is a lovely tribute for Howard.
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By: Dee on February 1, 2019
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Sorry for your loss, Margaret😥
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By: Sandi on February 1, 2019
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Thank you for giving us the opportunity to surround Margaret with some love and support. Rest in peace, Howard. It sounds like you were a wonderful man.
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By: Deb Doyle on February 1, 2019
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A Man of the Porch has left his chair, and we will all miss his presence – but none of us so much as will Margaret and Helen.
A beautiful, simple, and powerful post here, in tribute. Condolences, gratitude, and love.
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By: Gato on February 1, 2019
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My deepest condolences for you both and for Margaret’s family.
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
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I am so sorry for your loss. Your husband sounded like he was very special. I hope that your memories give you peace and that the group love being sent your way comforts you.
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By: Marge Rancourt on February 1, 2019
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What a beautiful tribute, Helen. I know that there will be great comfort in sweet memories. Holding you both in my heart.
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By: Judy Guion-Utsler on February 1, 2019
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So sorry for the loss of your dear friend.
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By: Jeanne Harrison on February 1, 2019
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If spreading the pain over more loving spirits help lift you and make grief easier to carry, please use our shoulders. As you have reached our hearts, we reach out to yours while they are broken. Much love.
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By: Bernadette Hohl on February 1, 2019
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Margaret and Helen, I’m so sorry for your loss. It sounds like Howard was a true peach. My heart goes out to you both. Much love
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By: Kathy OConnor on February 1, 2019
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I am so sorry for your loss Margaret May Howard’s memory be a blessing to you, Margaret and your family.
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By: Jill Nadel Laufer on February 1, 2019
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Condolences to all on the loss of such a dear friend. May his name be a blessing.
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By: Sue Leventhal on February 1, 2019
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My sincere condolences to Margaret and to Helen and to everyone who knew and loved Howard. He sounds like a lovely man — and the world needs more like him.
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By: Gay on February 1, 2019
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My deepest sympathy for your loss.
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By: Pamela on February 1, 2019
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So sorry for the loss of your dear husband, Margaret, and your dear friend, Helen. Wishing both of you the comfort of family and friends during this difficult time, and may you provide one another the support and care you need going forward.
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By: Kay S on February 1, 2019
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Margaret, I am so sorry to hear of Howard’s passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Margaret Cridlebaugh Aurora, Colorado
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By: Margaret Cridlebaugh on February 1, 2019
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I’m so sorry for your loss. Words are never enough at a time like this. Hugs!
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By: jb97034 on February 1, 2019
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I am so sorry for your loss, Margaret. May Howard’s memory be a blessing, as his life definitely was.
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By: Jack on February 1, 2019
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Times like this bring about an understanding we knew was coming, but never wanted to be a part of. My most sincere condolences to Margaret for the loss of her husband and to you Helen for the loss of her friend.
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By: Sandra Holt on February 1, 2019
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So sorry for your loss–prayers for all of you.
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By: anonymous on February 1, 2019
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So very sorry for your loss Helen. God Bless
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
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Dear Margaret, So very sorry for your loss. I am glad you have a friend like Helen to help you over this very difficult time.
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By: Donna on February 1, 2019
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A wonderful tribute…so sorry for your loss..
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By: Bill on February 1, 2019
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I didn’t know Howard, nor have I had the honor of meeting either of you, but extend my heartfelt condolences to Margaret for the loss of her husband and to Helen for the loss of her friend. He must have been very special indeed to give you so much joy. You are blessed to have had someone like that in your lives. T. Jacira Paolino
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By: jacirapaolino@yahoo.com on February 1, 2019
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So sorry for your loss
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By: Ann on February 1, 2019
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So sorry for your loss.
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By: Gus on February 1, 2019
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I am so, so very sorry. I wish for you both peace.
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By: jessalogic on February 1, 2019
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Sad news. And a beautiful tribute. Deepest condolences.
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By: Terri in NY on February 1, 2019
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I’m so very sorry for the loss of your husband and your friend.
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By: Marilyn on February 1, 2019
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I am so sorry for this loss. So very sorry.
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By: janpriddyoregon on February 1, 2019
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Prayers for peace and grace for Margaret and all who loved him.. My heart breaks 💔 for her.
Been there, and it sucks!
What a blessing that she had such a wonderful partner/lover/friend in her life.
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By: Susan Harbin on February 1, 2019
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Oh Margaret (and Helen), my heart hurts for you. May sweet memories sustain you in this great loss.
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By: Katherine Goodwin on February 1, 2019
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So sorry for Margaret, her family and your loss of Harold. May he rest in eternal peace. God speed.
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By: June T Coffey on February 1, 2019
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What a lovely lovely eulogy for a friend. I shall remember this one!
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By: Laura Farr Gabriel on February 1, 2019
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Margaret, I am so very sorry for your loss and offer my sincere condolences. Helen, what a lovely tribute!
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By: Jane Carr on February 1, 2019
at 4:58 PM
I started to read all the notes here and finally gave up. So many people touched by all of you and so many sharing your grief. You Margaret are a lucky women to have had and held such a wonderful man. You touched us all over the years and I wish you healing and joy in your memories.
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By: Judy on February 1, 2019
at 4:56 PM
Helen, wishing you peace with your memories of your life with your husband…
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By: Laurie Smith on February 1, 2019
at 4:54 PM
I am very sorry to hear of Margaret’s loss. I am sending my very sincere sympathies !!
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By: donnadeseta on February 1, 2019
at 4:51 PM
Sending condolences from Florida
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 4:50 PM
Dear Margaret, I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my own Margaret, my mother, last August. She was a sharp and intelligent woman who shared my delight in and admiration for the Margaret & Helen posts over the years. May you find strength in friendships that continue and peace in the memories of the life you shared with Howard. My deepest sympathies.
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By: inkenheimer on February 1, 2019
at 4:44 PM
Thinking of Margaret. Very sorry for her loss.
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 4:43 PM
I feel like I know Howard because I’ve been following you and Margaret both for so long. My best to you and especially to Margaret. May Howard find lasting peace.
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By: Carole Miguel on February 1, 2019
at 4:41 PM
My deepest sympathy For the loss of your dear husband Margaret and you Helen for the loss of a friend.
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 4:37 PM
Sending love and light to you and Margaret for the hike that has been created. As difficult as it is, he is still with her – and he knows she is in good hands with you!
Thank you both for all you do yo help keep the rest of us sane!
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By: Patti Peterson on February 1, 2019
at 4:35 PM
Omg, I am so sorry! Through your posts, you have become like good friends. So I mourn along with you for your loss.
On Fri, Feb 1, 2019 at 3:39 PM Margaret and Helen wrote:
> Helen Philpot posted: “Sometimes you find that person in life who > completes you. Hollywood corny, I know, but this time it fits. Margaret’s > husband Howard was a kind, gentle man. Oh and incredibly smart. So damn > smart. He laughed at us and with us. He cheered us on even in t” >
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By: Barbara Babcock on February 1, 2019
at 4:34 PM
I’m so sorry for your loss Margaret . Blessings to you and your family.
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By: LESLIE BIANCO on February 1, 2019
at 4:30 PM
My condolences on your loss, Helen. May he rest in peace and laughter.
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By: dmcrane1 on February 1, 2019
at 4:30 PM
I’m so sorry for everyone’s loss. It’s a shame all of did not have the honor of knowing him.
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By: Kathy Stivender on February 1, 2019
at 4:30 PM
I’m so sorry for your loss.
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By: Nancy on February 1, 2019
at 4:29 PM
i am so sorry for your loss … but i know Howard will never be far from your thoughts/memories and so he and all he’s done will live on … may he rest in peace
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By: daryledelstein on February 1, 2019
at 4:24 PM
Rest in joy and peace. True love is priceless
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By: Ellen McLean on February 1, 2019
at 4:21 PM
I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m typing this with tears in my eyes… I feel like I know you both. Much love and peace to you.
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By: Nancy Crocker on February 1, 2019
at 4:17 PM
Please accept my sincere condolences and understanding Margaret. I too was widowed a few months ago and always thought I was married to the smartest, most loving man. We endured a lifetime together 54 years of good time, bad times, horrific times.
It’s only the good times that stick. We’re lucky to have had what we had.
Keep doing what you’re doing ladies. It’s the most fun in a political wasteland.
Marie L.
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By: Marie levine on February 1, 2019
at 4:16 PM
What a beautiful tribute to someone who was near and dear to you. Thanks for sharing your memories of Howard with us. Sounds like his was a life well-lived as he enriched the lives of those around him. Hugs to you and Margaret as you grieve.
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By: MaryLiz Singleton on February 1, 2019
at 4:15 PM
What a beautiful tribute. Long time friends are such a treasure and we are fortunate to have experienced that particular kind of friendship that was so shared. Such a loss for you two
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By: JANE STILLEY on February 1, 2019
at 4:11 PM
Gentle hugs all around.
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By: craftspagan on February 1, 2019
at 4:08 PM
Oh my. I am so sorry for your collective loss. I love you ladies.
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By: etheridgea1 on February 1, 2019
at 4:06 PM
So very sad and sorry to hear this. Love to you both with special hugs to Margaret.
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By: Donna on February 1, 2019
at 4:05 PM
Thank you Helen for the post, Margaret I am so sorry for your loss.
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 4:01 PM
So very sorry for your loss.
God Only Takes The Best
By Christopher Warner
God saw that she was getting tired
And a cure was not meant to be
So he put his arms around her
And whispered “come with me”
With tearful eyes we watched her suffer
And watched her fade away
Although we loved her dearly
We could not make her stay
A golden heart stopped beating
And a warm loving heart to rest
God broke our hearts to prove to us
That he only takes the best
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 4:00 PM
I am truly sorry to read this. He sounds like a wonderful man.
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By: Naomi Lambert on February 1, 2019
at 3:55 PM
Sincere condolences for your loss. You bring such light and laughter to my life. May the light continue to shine brightly on you both.
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By: Suzanne Owen on February 1, 2019
at 3:55 PM
So sorry for your loss Margaret. He must have been a fantastic guy because you would only pick the best! Hugs dear lady!
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By: Julysthebest on February 1, 2019
at 3:54 PM
Margaret, my heart goes out to you. I lost my love last April and your Howard sounds much like my Tom. May his memory be a blessing to you. And to you, Helen.
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By: Gail Kruggel on February 1, 2019
at 3:51 PM
I an so sorry for your loss, Helen & Margaret.
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By: Virginia Zurflieh on February 1, 2019
at 3:49 PM
I am so very sorry to hear that one of your ‘gang of four’ has passed. I am sure he’ll be telling all the other angels about his experience with politics and Margaret and Helen expressing opinions!
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 3:47 PM
What a beautiful tribute. RIP Howard.
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 3:43 PM
Sending love for Margaret and Helen both. Sad for the loss…
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 3:42 PM
Sincere condolences to Margaret and to you Helen. Love like that is hard to find. And one who would be willing to nurture and encourage friendships is hard to find. RIP Howard.
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By: Kelly Holderman on February 1, 2019
at 3:39 PM
Deep sympathy for you loss of your dear Howard
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By: bearbrick@aol.com on February 1, 2019
at 3:36 PM
What a lovely, loving tribute. The whole world will be a little less bright without his light.
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By: Jac Brennan on February 1, 2019
at 3:35 PM
My thoughts are with you at this time of your loss.
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 3:34 PM
Hoping the wonderful memories of him will be a comfort and a blessing in the days ahead. It is all that we have but it is its own grace!
Deepest condolences.
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By: Liz on February 1, 2019
at 3:33 PM
What a beautiful tribute.
May you, Margaret, your family, and friends be comforted in your mourning.
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By: W. Ellen Fleischmann (@Ms_Ellen_F) on February 1, 2019
at 3:31 PM
I am sorry for your loss. Rest easy Howard!
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 3:31 PM
Wow. Even I miss Howard. I am so touched. My condolences to you both Margaret & Helen and your families too.
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By: Talaria on February 1, 2019
at 3:31 PM
Deepest condolences to Margaret.
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By: Peg Dallowitz on February 1, 2019
at 3:31 PM
Oh my. I am so sorry to hear of this. Losing those we love is the hardest thing we ever have to face on this earth. Wishing you both peace. And thank you for letting all of us who follow you both know about Howard’s passing.
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By: Sharon Ogden on February 1, 2019
at 3:28 PM
Margaret, I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s obvious from Helen’s post that Howard was a wonderful man.
Helen, I’m sorry for your loss as well. This is a beautiful tribute to a man for which it seems you had much respect.
Thank you both for sharing your lives with us.
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By: Harry on February 1, 2019
at 3:28 PM
so sorry – growing older seems we grieve more than anything – rest in piece Howard
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By: kathleen milliken on February 1, 2019
at 3:26 PM
My deepest sympathies on your loss. Take heart in the many wonderful memories you have of a life filled with laughter and love.
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By: ginar369 on February 1, 2019
at 3:21 PM
😔😔❤️😔😔
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 3:20 PM
What a wonderful tribute.
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By: sewbuttonsblog on February 1, 2019
at 3:18 PM
I am so sorry to hear of Howard’s passing. What a lovely tribute.
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By: xenatuba on February 1, 2019
at 3:17 PM
Dear Helen,
Please accept my sincere condolences.
🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
Richard Potter
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By: rprichpot on February 1, 2019
at 3:15 PM
I’m so sorry for your loss.
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By: Mel Bowman on February 1, 2019
at 3:14 PM
So very sorry for you loss Margaret and Helen. He sounds like he was a little piece of heaven.
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By: Margaret Alfoni on February 1, 2019
at 3:13 PM
Love and Prayers
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By: Alma on February 1, 2019
at 3:13 PM
Helen, I’m so sorry for your loss. I hope you can count your blessings for having shared your life with Howard, and wish you only happy tears remembering your special man.
I must say Margaret, that is such a lovely tribute. So obviously written from the heart, and that second paragraph could NOT be better written. What a wonderfully evocative mental imagery. Helen is so very fortunate to have you in her life.
Sending you both gentle hugs, one of your newest fans,
Shelley
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By: giantsdancefarm on February 1, 2019
at 3:12 PM
My condolences and prayers to the both of you on your loss. Life goes on.
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By: Lorraine Niemyski Day on February 1, 2019
at 3:11 PM
So sorry Margaret..
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By: Portia Asher on February 1, 2019
at 3:09 PM
I’m so sorry for your loss Margaret and Helen.
This life business is just plain hard. May your spirits and feistiness continue to thrive.
Bless you both ❤️
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By: popr2013 on February 1, 2019
at 3:07 PM
So very sorry for Margaret and you.
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By: Beth Heath on February 1, 2019
at 3:06 PM
May the memories he has left be of comfort to those who knew him.
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By: Linda Zaworski on February 1, 2019
at 3:05 PM
May eternal light shine upon him
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By: oma500 on February 1, 2019
at 3:05 PM
A beautiful tribute. I am so sorry for your loss. May Howard Rest in Peace.
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By: Gail on February 1, 2019
at 3:04 PM
My deepest condolences, Margaret. I wish you peace and comfort.
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By: AspenDew (@aspendew) on February 1, 2019
at 3:03 PM
Oh Margaret and Helen, I am so sorry for both of you.
On Fri, Feb 1, 2019 at 12:44 PM Margaret and Helen wrote:
> Helen Philpot posted: “Sometimes you find that person in life who > completes you. Hollywood corny, I know, but this time it fits. Margaret’s > husband Howard was a kind, gentle man. Oh and incredibly smart. So damn > smart. He laughed at us and with us. He cheered us on even in t” >
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By: Kate Moore on February 1, 2019
at 3:02 PM
My condolences go out to you and Margaret on the loss of your dear one, Howard. May you find comfort in your many happy memories. You are in my thoughts.
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By: Laurie Basile on February 1, 2019
at 3:01 PM
I know your pain Margaret as I have just lost the love of my life also 2 months ago after 53 years. I send you my sympathies and prayers to help you also through this tough time of your life. Rest in peace Howard.
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By: Nancy Warner on February 1, 2019
at 2:59 PM
I am so sorry for Margaret’s and your loss. A good man is a treasure indeed and his absence is painful. My beloved father passed 3 weeks ago and tears are flowing. My deepest condolences to you both and your families.
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By: Kathryn on February 1, 2019
at 2:58 PM
Blessings, sorry for your loss, comfort to Helen.
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By: Barb Gowen on February 1, 2019
at 2:57 PM
I’m saddened to learn of Howard’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone.
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By: Kim Campbell on February 1, 2019
at 2:57 PM
So very sorry for Margaret’s loss and for your’s too, Helen. What a beautiful note. May he rest in peace, and may you both find comfort in his joy and your memories.
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By: Judie on February 1, 2019
at 2:56 PM
So sorry to hear of your loss. My wonderful husband has some health problems and I find myself realizing that he might not last as long as me. (We’re 70.0 your words touched me so. I try to make every minute of our days full of joy and love. He makes that easy.
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By: karen morby on February 1, 2019
at 2:56 PM
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Hugs to both of you and your families.
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By: Anne Zavalick on February 1, 2019
at 2:55 PM
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear husband, Margaret and your dear friend, Helen. It is so difficult to lose a spouse or friend at any time but especially at this stage of our lives. I wish you peace and comfort and memories that will make you laugh and memories that will make you weep on this journey through grief. I have just lost a dear friend myself and I understand.
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By: Ginger Spaniolo on February 1, 2019
at 2:54 PM
I am so very sorry for your loss.
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By: Judy Schultheis on February 1, 2019
at 2:54 PM
My deepest condolences to you Margaret for your loss. Howard sounds like a pearl of great price. And my sympathy to you, also, Helen, for the loss of your friend.
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By: KanaW on February 1, 2019
at 2:53 PM
So sorry Margaret, I will ask the angels to wrap their wings of comfort around all who loved Howard.
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By: tmcprdctns on February 1, 2019
at 2:51 PM
Holding all of you in the light of love. May grace be with you now and in the coming days.
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By: Jane Mills Davis on February 1, 2019
at 2:51 PM
I recently lost Bud, who was my Howard. My deepest sympathies to Margaret.
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By: fishducky on February 1, 2019
at 2:51 PM
So sorry for you loss!
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By: Riggs Bruce on February 1, 2019
at 2:50 PM
Sad for all who loved him. My deepest sympathy to Margaret.
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By: Ellie on February 1, 2019
at 2:49 PM
I know what that kind of love is. I do not know what I would do without him. You are in my thoughts.
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By: Conneye Albright on February 1, 2019
at 2:48 PM
May you find peace, comfort and eventually, smiles and laughter, in your memories.
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By: Steph S. on February 1, 2019
at 2:47 PM
Blessings to Margaret. Wishing her all the love and comfort she needs.
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 2:47 PM
Sincere condolences- what a warm and lovely tribute to Margaret’s #1
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 2:46 PM
That is a beautiful thing to say of someone.
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By: Anonymous on February 1, 2019
at 2:43 PM
So sad for Margaret and you. May there be peace in this journey through grief.
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By: Diana Anderson on February 1, 2019
at 2:43 PM
He’ll always be in your heart and Margaret’s. Rest in peace Howard.
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By: jono51 on February 1, 2019
at 2:43 PM
I wish Helen comfort and love.
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By: Debra on February 1, 2019
at 2:43 PM
So sorry for your loss, Margaret and Helen. May he rest with the angels.
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By: Sherri Hammatt on February 1, 2019
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