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merebear 10.5.19
Savvy October 2019

My Father just passed away - i need advice/help/thoughts/prayers

merebear 10.5.19, on June 21, 2019 at 11:04 AM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 75
I can’t believe I am even typing this but I could really use everyone’s advice and words of encouragement to get through this. I am 3 1/2 months out from my wedding and my father just passed. He was only 60 years old...his heart just stopped and he was without oxygen to his brain for about 5 min before someone found him and did CPR. We spent 5 days in the hospital with him, 3 in ICU and 2 in hospice and every second of it was brutal. It has been then hardest weeks of my life and I miss him so much.

I don’t want to sound selfish but I can’t even picture this day with out my dad. We were to have a first look, a first dance, he was walking me down the isle, and he was just as excited as I was, so involved and proud. I picked the venue I did because I pictured him there walking me across this bridge to the ocean...I just can’t even believe this has happened.

I don’t mean to bring up hard memories to those of you who lost a parent you were close with, but where do I go from here? How do I find comfort?Was your day still special? Will I even smile and dance? or cry all day long? I’m just at lost.

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Latest activity by Mary, on July 4, 2019 at 8:02 AM
  • M
    Legend June 2019
    Melle ·
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    I am so sorry for your loss Smiley sad
    He would still be with you on your big day and you can find ways to commemorate him
    Your day will still be special and he will watch over it
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  • Tonia
    Expert October 2019
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    Words can't even express how sorry I am for your loss. I haven't lost a parent but I think the day will be a flood of emotions for you. I think your father would want you to enjoy your day as much as you can. He will definitely be there in spirit and I'm sure you will feel him there.

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  • M
    Devoted October 2019
    Melodie ·
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    I am so, so sorry for the loss of your father. Smiley heart

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  • Shannon
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    Shannon ·
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    I have no advice, but wanted to express my condolences for your loss. Can you find a way to memorialize your dad?

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  • Fmv
    Super October 2020
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    First off, i am so so sorry for the loss of your dad.
    I unfortunately can relate, my dad was 60 years old as well and passed away in his sleep in 2017. It was extremely hard and is still hard to this day.
    Wedding planning has been hard, but i found there are many family members that are there for me to lean on. I have asked my older brother to walk me down the aisle. I take one day at a time and plan on including my dad in the wedding in many ways.
    I am here if you ever need to talk. I know exactly what you are going through
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  • MOB So Cal
    January 2019
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    I'm so very sorry for you loss.... I know right now your mind is likely racing, but if at all possible, I'd try to put everything related to the wedding out of your mind for the next few weeks. If there are things that absolutely must be attended to or followed-up on, ask a very close friend or a member of your FH's family if they can take over for you for the time being. You and your family have just suffered a terrible, and completely unexpected loss, and you are likely in shock right now. Try to give yourself time to just process that and what's going on right now. I've been through this type of grief, and, especially at the beginning, it's really about just trying to get out of bed and make it through the day with whatever it holds. In a few weeks, you may be able to think more clearly about any adjustments you want to make to the wedding plans. Good luck to you and your family. My most sincere condolences. Smiley heart

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  • Jessica
    VIP October 2019
    Jessica ·
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    I am so sorry to hear this.. I wish I had advice for you, but I do not.. Sending prayers your way Smiley sad ♥️
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    I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t even imagine. A few ideas for your walk down the isle might be to have your mom walk you or walk down alone with no music. Have your entrance be a few moments of silence for the loss of your dad or quietly play your chosen first dance song while you walk to the alter over the bridge you imagined him walking with you down? Also instead of a first dance with your father you might be able to put together a slideshow of you two together? Again, I’m so sorry for your loss.
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  • Iva
    Super September 2019
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    I’m very sorry for your loss. My dad passed away suddenly in a car crash, so I know how you feel. It was a tough time for the family, especially for my mom who took very long to recover.
    I don’t know if this is possible, but can you look into postponing the wedding until you have time to grieve? Vendor contracts should have force majeure clause for cancelation or postponement in cases like these or similar. It’s worth checking & talking to your vendors. I assume many vendors would be understanding in a situation like this, especially if you still want to keep them, but just postpone the event.
    Take your time to feel everything you need to feel. You will be ok.
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  • Madison
    Devoted August 2019
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    So sorry for your loss. I have no words of advice for you, except my most sincere condolences. Praying for you and your family's peace.

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    Mercedes ·
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    I am so very sorry for your loss. The best advice that I would give you is taking a break from wedding planning for a few weeks. I know that may seem difficult, but it would give you time to process everything that's going on. Surround yourself with friends and loved ones that will help you through this hard moment. My father passed away too and i often think about him and wish he was walking me down the aisle. One way I've made sure to include my father on my wedding day is placing my favorite picture of him on my bouquet charm. The charm in some way gives me comfort because I know in spirit he will be there. I hope you and your family find comfort during this time - sending warm hugs your way!

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  • Jasmine
    Just Said Yes January 2021
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    In sorry for your loss...but I believe a special dance or something that commemorates your father is so special and would hopefully comfort you in knowing he is still there in spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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  • Jessica
    Master September 2020
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    I’m so sorry for your loss! I can’t give you any advice, but I just wanted to send you some well wishes. Deepest condolences to you and your family.
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  • EmAbrams
    Devoted August 2019
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    I can't even.....I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family during this horrible, difficult time.

    My cousin got married after her father passed away suddenly and she had a pendant made with her favorite picture of him and attached it to her bouquet. I was very sweet.

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  • Michelle
    Devoted August 2019
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    Awww I’m so very sorry to hear about your loss
    my dad passed away June 29 2018... it’s the hardest thing ever to not have your dad with you
    I truly feel your pain...
    but know your dad will be with you every step of the way...
    maybe if you have a favorite uncle to walk you down the aisle?
    Not to change the subject but my dad was my world my best friend. I have my uncle walking me down the aisle. And I have a picture Lockett of my dad that I’m pinning on my dress.
    Its going to be a very tough emotional day for me as well. The pain never goes away especially during a special day like your wedding.. please know your dad is with you...
    my wedding is August 10th we are 49 days away
    and it’s getting very tough on me as well because the questions from or Dj about songs for dances. And our photographer ask about pictures etc.. and it tears me up inside.:
    your day will be special. Your dad wouldn’t want it any other way.....
    big hugs....
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  • Holly
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    I am SO sorry. I lost my dad as well (coming up on 5 years next month). I can’t imagine how you are feeling with your wedding being so close and his passing being so sudden. My dad had been fighting cancer for 2-3 years and after 2 days in hospice he was relieved of his pain - so we were somewhat prepared but it was still a crushing blow. Be kind with yourself, allow yourself to feel everything, when they need to be felt. Lean on your family and your fiancé.
    Not being able to picture your wedding day without your dad is NOT selfish of you. I struggle with that too. I am having my big brother walk me down the aisle, but you can have your mother, or sibling if you have any, walk you down. Or you can walk yourself, or do something nontraditional like maybe have your fiancé meet you halfway down the aisle and you walk the rest of the way together! My bouquet will have a charm on it with his photo inside. I will have our officiant make a small but lighthearted mention of him during the ceremony. There are many many ways you can include the spirit and memory of your father.
    I promise you will not always feel this pain - it will get better ❤️ You and your family are in my thoughts. If you need a sounding board - I am here.
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  • Mandi
    Master October 2020
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    I'm so sorry for your loss.
    My only advice is that your father still wants you to be happy. So cancelling your plans out of sadness isn't something he'd want you to do.
    You can cry and be happy as much as you want. If you're happy, don't catch yourself and feel guilty.
    I know its crap advice and cant make you feel better, but it's what I've got.
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  • Cassi
    Super October 2019
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    I am so sorry... Not the same but my sister just passed and she was suppose to be in my wedding next to me and it has been one of the hardest decisions I have ever made to still go through with the day so I can't even imagine losing a parent especially the one that plays the biggest role in this day. It is hard and you will hurt and you will probably cry on your day but you need to think of the good times and how much he wanted this for you. Only you can make the true decision on how you handle the day.. it will be emotional. I would reach out to family.. brothers, sisters cousins and try and work through these feelings and discomforts and try and figure out what your next steps are. I am doing a locket around my bouquet with my sisters picture so she will still be apart of my day but it won't be too in my face because of how recent it is. I am so sorry again... Smiley heart

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    I’m not sure if this was already said in the comments but I want to apologize for the sudden death my father was never extremely healthy growing up and him being there was always a huge concern of mine. Have you considered postponing the wedding? You need time to yourself and work this out it can take people months and it can take people years to accept it and be able to feel happy again if you decide to go with the wedding I think he wouldn’t want you to be upset he would want you to be happy and celebrate. Again I’m so sorry for your lost my thoughts and prayers are with you.
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  • Gloria
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    I’m reading your story and I’m feeling so hurt 😭 for u my prayers go out to u and your family...I would be like u if this were to happen to me... I’m so sorry for your lost.
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