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rolexjim · 3 January 2014, 08:29 AM

Tuesday morning, December 17th. He had a stroke October 14th and never recovered.

He was a great father, my hero, a veteran, and my friend. He will be desperately missed and I don't really, as of yet, know how I will cope.

Just thought I would share.

Thanks.

CMSGT. Johhnie M. Kelly (USAF Retired) June 14, 1930 - December 17, 2013 My Father - My Hero - My Champion

ELITEVIDEOGAMES · 3 January 2014, 08:33 AM

Sorry for your loss.
Sounds like a wonderful dad and a hero for this country to boot.
I lost my father when i was younger, best thing to do is look fondly on all those great memories you have together. You have my condolences.

dlee3679 · 3 January 2014, 08:35 AM

Sad to hear about your loss, but sometimes what helps us cope is knowing that they are in a better place.

cop414 · 3 January 2014, 08:38 AM

So sorry to hear of your Jim. God Bless and Godspeed to your father. I'm sure that he's smiling down on you right now.

toph · 3 January 2014, 08:45 AM

Sorry for your loss and I wish you a long life.
I recently went through the same. Not knowing how to react or even how you are reacting will occur. Many emotions and thoughts go through your head which cannot be helped or even understood at times.
Time is the greatest healer and that's what it takes. Just don't shut out the ones you love and the ones who love you.
All the best for you and your family

Art 1 · 3 January 2014, 08:47 AM

I'm sorry to hear that, Jim. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

00pumpkin · 3 January 2014, 08:49 AM

Very sad to hear. I cannot imagine. Prayers go out to you and your family.

bungcarlo · 3 January 2014, 08:57 AM

Condolence to you and your family. Just remember that we're all going to the same direction. Let his memory rest in your heart as long as you live. That's how I coped when my father passed away a couple of years ago. There's not a day that goes by that I didn't think of him.

incontrol · 3 January 2014, 08:57 AM

Sorry to hear about your loss. I believe he is in a better place and you will see him again.

Watchflair · 3 January 2014, 09:16 AM

Sorry for your loss. Take solace in the memories you have shared. I lost my father when I was 12, he was 42. I never had the opportunity to know him as a man through life's experiences. Celebrate him and your relationship you had.

crew · 3 January 2014, 09:22 AM

Very sorry for your loss Jim.
That's a nice photo of him. Our dad's were part of America's greatest generation. We have shoes left by them that are impossible to fill.

Baco Noir · 3 January 2014, 09:27 AM

Very sorry to hear that Jim. You have my prayers as you are dealing with one of my greatest fears in life at the moment. My father's 85 and turning 86 in a few months and it's been hard watching him lose mobility and have other health issues. Losing him is a thought that's never far from my mind. My world will not be the same when he passes as imagine yours has changed forever as well. Let the fond memories provide you comfort in the hours of need ahead.

Floorguy · 3 January 2014, 09:36 AM

My heart felt condolences Jim, be strong!

lavaman · 3 January 2014, 09:45 AM

Sorry to hear.

Strength and Honor

Presa canary · 3 January 2014, 09:47 AM

What a great picture man. Your dad looks like he played the part of hero perfectly. Sorry for your loss. I hope you have nothing but fond memories him. Just know that he's comfortable now, resting in peace, and will never know pain again.

Brunotheboxer · 3 January 2014, 10:09 AM

May he rest in peace.

TAKUYA · 3 January 2014, 10:13 AM

Sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace!!!

southtexas · 3 January 2014, 10:13 AM

Prayers sent. I am very sorry for your loss and wish peace on you and family.

HL65 · 3 January 2014, 10:21 AM

Sorry to hear and my prayers and thoughts are with you! Been there and know it is not easy. Keep him close in your heart and thoughts and remember all the good times! Best,

Darlinboy · 3 January 2014, 10:32 AM

Condolences to you and your family Jim, will keep you in my prayers. Dads are special. Time and fond memories have eased the pain of loss for me, and I hope will do the same for you.

tinger · 3 January 2014, 10:35 AM

Very sorry for your lost Jim.

kcmo · 3 January 2014, 10:41 AM

I'm so sorry for your loss, Jim. May your fond memories of him provide the strength you need to cope.

Laszlo · 3 January 2014, 10:42 AM

Very, very sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is absolutely life changing. My prayers to you and your family.

accce · 3 January 2014, 10:48 AM

Sorry for your loss.

CoachRolexRyan · 3 January 2014, 10:50 AM

Sorry for your loss. He will live forever in your heart. You are lucky to have had a dad like that. He truely was a great hero to all.

eman1200 · 3 January 2014, 10:51 AM

Very sorry to hear that.

Lion · 3 January 2014, 10:58 AM

Jim, I'm sorry for your loss and for your Family as well. He sounds like a great man who was not only your Father but your Best Friend, Life Partner for your Mom and a Hero who served his Country with Honor, Dignity and Pride.....

I too lost my Father over 15 years ago and he was not only my Father but also my Best Friend, Husband, Hero and served his Country in WW II(Army Air Corps). He taught me many of Life's Principles and Lessons(Accountability, Responsibility and "Your Word Must Have Honesty, Dignity and Integrity")and if I couldn't sleep and woke up from a bad dream I could go to him at 3AM in the morning and he was there for me.....

There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of him with pride but believe with each passing day it gets a little easier...maybe not right now but in time it does and will get a little better. You are very lucky Man to have had a Dad to be at your side and teach you as you have grown from a Boy to a Man. And the best gift you can give him is to lead by his example and when the day comes be there for your children as well.....

Take care and I know you will never forget Him.....Leo

vitalsignsrn · 3 January 2014, 11:00 AM

So sorry to hear of your loss. Its very special to know you had a positive and wonderful relationship with your father. :-)

eeh100773 · 3 January 2014, 11:04 AM

Very sorry for your loss.

It'll be 23 years this March 7, since I lost my dad. Still miss him terribly.

Hang in there!!

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Kevin.S · 3 January 2014, 11:04 AM

Sorry for your loss.....Great picture of your Dad:)
God Bless

3 January 2014, 08:29 AM	#1
rolexjim "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: South Carolina US Watch: Tudor Black Bay 41 Posts: 449	My father passed Tuesday morning, December 17th. He had a stroke October 14th and never recovered. He was a great father, my hero, a veteran, and my friend. He will be desperately missed and I don't really, as of yet, know how I will cope. Just thought I would share. Thanks. CMSGT. Johhnie M. Kelly (USAF Retired) June 14, 1930 - December 17, 2013 My Father - My Hero - My Champion __________________ Air King - Black Bay 58 - PAM 111

3 January 2014, 08:38 AM	#4
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2025 Titanium Yacht-Master Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,881	So sorry to hear of your Jim. God Bless and Godspeed to your father. I'm sure that he's smiling down on you right now. __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Night Club Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

3 January 2014, 08:45 AM	#5
toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	Sorry for your loss and I wish you a long life. I recently went through the same. Not knowing how to react or even how you are reacting will occur. Many emotions and thoughts go through your head which cannot be helped or even understood at times. Time is the greatest healer and that's what it takes. Just don't shut out the ones you love and the ones who love you. All the best for you and your family __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

3 January 2014, 08:57 AM	#9
incontrol "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Somewhere in PA Watch: All of them... Posts: 10,355	Sorry to hear about your loss. I believe he is in a better place and you will see him again. __________________ Patek Philippe Rolex

3 January 2014, 09:16 AM	#10
Watchflair 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: Westchester NY Watch: Love em all Posts: 5,932	Sorry for your loss. Take solace in the memories you have shared. I lost my father when I was 12, he was 42. I never had the opportunity to know him as a man through life's experiences. Celebrate him and your relationship you had. __________________ Remember what matters. Value everyday

3 January 2014, 08:33 AM	#2
ELITEVIDEOGAMES "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Tom Location: Long Island NY Watch: me sell games Posts: 1,898	Sorry for your loss. Sounds like a wonderful dad and a hero for this country to boot. I lost my father when i was younger, best thing to do is look fondly on all those great memories you have together. You have my condolences.

3 January 2014, 08:35 AM	#3
dlee3679 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: David Location: Dallas Watch: DSSD Posts: 45	Sad to hear about your loss, but sometimes what helps us cope is knowing that they are in a better place.

3 January 2014, 08:47 AM	#6
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	I'm sorry to hear that, Jim. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

3 January 2014, 08:49 AM	#7
00pumpkin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dustin Location: USA Posts: 1,980	Very sad to hear. I cannot imagine. Prayers go out to you and your family.

3 January 2014, 08:57 AM	#8
bungcarlo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Erwin Location: usa Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 685	Condolence to you and your family. Just remember that we're all going to the same direction. Let his memory rest in your heart as long as you live. That's how I coped when my father passed away a couple of years ago. There's not a day that goes by that I didn't think of him.

3 January 2014, 09:22 AM	#11
crew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: John Location: Rochester/Naples Watch: Pepsi Posts: 18,307	Very sorry for your loss Jim. That's a nice photo of him. Our dad's were part of America's greatest generation. We have shoes left by them that are impossible to fill.

3 January 2014, 09:27 AM	#12
Baco Noir "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: Colorado Watch: this ya'll Posts: 5,003	Very sorry to hear that Jim. You have my prayers as you are dealing with one of my greatest fears in life at the moment. My father's 85 and turning 86 in a few months and it's been hard watching him lose mobility and have other health issues. Losing him is a thought that's never far from my mind. My world will not be the same when he passes as imagine yours has changed forever as well. Let the fond memories provide you comfort in the hours of need ahead. __________________ Current Collection: Rolex 126619LB, 116710BLNR, and 216570 polar Explorer II; Omega Apollo 8 Speedmaster and Planet Ocean 42; Tudor BB Bronze Bucherer Blue Edition; Nomos Neomatik 42; Breitling Aerospace, Avenger Blackbird, & SuperOcean 44; Doxa 300 Pro Carbon; Stowa Limette; Laco Napa Flieger; Mickey Mouse Timex Electric; and dare I say it...an Apple Watch too

3 January 2014, 09:36 AM	#13
Floorguy 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Rob Location: Parrish fl. Watch: Tt datejust 16233 Posts: 20,953	My heart felt condolences Jim, be strong! __________________ Rolex Omega Tag Heuer

3 January 2014, 09:45 AM	#14
lavaman Banned Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: The Airport Watch: what happens next Posts: 1,942	Sorry to hear. Strength and Honor

3 January 2014, 09:47 AM	#15
Presa canary "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Justin Location: Pa Watch: Explorer ii Posts: 3,155	What a great picture man. Your dad looks like he played the part of hero perfectly. Sorry for your loss. I hope you have nothing but fond memories him. Just know that he's comfortable now, resting in peace, and will never know pain again.

3 January 2014, 10:09 AM	#16
Brunotheboxer Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Bruno Location: Boston/Cape Cod Watch: 16610,PAM. 111, G Posts: 7,608	May he rest in peace.

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3 January 2014, 10:13 AM	#18
southtexas 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Great State of TX Posts: 5,794	Prayers sent. I am very sorry for your loss and wish peace on you and family. __________________ Forty six & 2 are just ahead of me. Follow me on Instagram @ccrolex

3 January 2014, 10:21 AM	#19
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2025 Titanium Yacht-Master Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,290	Sorry to hear and my prayers and thoughts are with you! Been there and know it is not easy. Keep him close in your heart and thoughts and remember all the good times! Best, __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

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Darlinboy 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: DB Location: :noitacoL Watch: :hctaW Posts: 6,703	Condolences to you and your family Jim, will keep you in my prayers. Dads are special. Time and fond memories have eased the pain of loss for me, and I hope will do the same for you. __________________ Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit.

3 January 2014, 10:35 AM	#21
tinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: weehawken Posts: 847	Very sorry for your lost Jim.

3 January 2014, 10:41 AM	#22
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	I'm so sorry for your loss, Jim. May your fond memories of him provide the strength you need to cope.

3 January 2014, 10:42 AM	#23
Laszlo 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: Date & No Date Posts: 10,867	Very, very sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is absolutely life changing. My prayers to you and your family. __________________ "You might as well question why we breathe. If we stop breathing, we'll die. If we stop fighting our enemies, the world will die." Paul Henreid as Victor Laszlo in Casablanca

3 January 2014, 10:48 AM	#24
accce "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Chevy Chase Watch: WG Daytona Posts: 1,088	Sorry for your loss.

3 January 2014, 10:50 AM	#25
CoachRolexRyan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Coach Location: Boston Watch: Rolex Deep Sea Posts: 1,297	Sorry for your loss. He will live forever in your heart. You are lucky to have had a dad like that. He truely was a great hero to all. __________________ DSSD, PAM 320, PAM 170, BR03-92

3 January 2014, 10:51 AM	#26
eman1200 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: charlotte Posts: 731	Very sorry to hear that.

3 January 2014, 10:58 AM	#27
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Jim, I'm sorry for your loss and for your Family as well. He sounds like a great man who was not only your Father but your Best Friend, Life Partner for your Mom and a Hero who served his Country with Honor, Dignity and Pride..... I too lost my Father over 15 years ago and he was not only my Father but also my Best Friend, Husband, Hero and served his Country in WW II(Army Air Corps). He taught me many of Life's Principles and Lessons(Accountability, Responsibility and "Your Word Must Have Honesty, Dignity and Integrity")and if I couldn't sleep and woke up from a bad dream I could go to him at 3AM in the morning and he was there for me..... There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of him with pride but believe with each passing day it gets a little easier...maybe not right now but in time it does and will get a little better. You are very lucky Man to have had a Dad to be at your side and teach you as you have grown from a Boy to a Man. And the best gift you can give him is to lead by his example and when the day comes be there for your children as well..... Take care and I know you will never forget Him.....Leo __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

3 January 2014, 11:00 AM	#28
vitalsignsrn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Judy Location: Ontario Watch: 116234 - 14060M Posts: 4,607	So sorry to hear of your loss. Its very special to know you had a positive and wonderful relationship with your father. :-)

3 January 2014, 11:04 AM	#29
eeh100773 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: "Fast" Eddie Location: Asbury Park NJ Watch: 14060 T Series '96 Posts: 1,482	Very sorry for your loss. It'll be 23 years this March 7, since I lost my dad. Still miss him terribly. Hang in there!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram: @clocksontherocks

3 January 2014, 11:04 AM	#30
Kevin.S 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Maine Watch: All of them Posts: 1,385	Sorry for your loss.....Great picture of your Dad:) God Bless

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