Last year my Grandpa was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer and has been fighting it like a bull ever sense. However, his body could only take so much and yesterday he passed away. Grandpa was the most stubborn, yet loving man I know. He lasted far longer than the doctors said he would and I am very grateful for the extra time we were blessed with him. He got to do some really fun things before his passing. Which included riding in a race car at Miller Motorsports Park. I will miss him so very much, as will many people who knew and loved him. He was the biggest tease and could always make me laugh, no matter how down I was. I am so grateful for the time I was blessed with him. Due to heart and kidney problems, some doctors thought he would have died over a decade ago. But he sure showed them! :) I cannot wait to see him again, young, no pollo, no kidney and heart failure and no cancer. But still the same stubborn cowboy full of love and jokes to share.
Grandpa out our wedding. There was a little while we didn't know if he'd be there. But he said he would, and I am SO grateful that he was!
I could never be around Grandpa without him making me laugh. :)
Grandpa getting ready to go riding in a race car for the first time. This was on his "bucket list" and all his children pitched in to make this possible for him before he lost his chance.
Before they chose their cars, Grandpa told the people in charge that he wanted the fastest one. Nothing could go to fast for Grandpa, he lived for the thrill!
He always brought so much laughter and character to our family functions. I will miss his kisses and hugs, but look forward to seeing him again some day! I love you Grandpa!!!
