My friend and grandfather Mr Tom passed on earlier today. He will be greatly missed as he was greatly loved.
This photo was taken at (and by) Tryon Palace on Pearl Harbor Day, where he was the guest of honor. It may be one of my favorite pictures of him.
Before you now appears the militia of Christ’s triumph.
Tom Poole: 1918-2017, USN (Ret), WWII veteran of Pearl Harbor and D-Day, the greatest man I have ever known.
Running In My Head 
Take care. Sorry for your loss
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We will; thank you.
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Sorry to hear your sad news.
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oh I am so very sorry for your loss. I loved reading about Mr Tom every time you wrote of him. Godspeed Mr. Tom.
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There will be more coming at some point 🙂
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I’m sorry you lost your grandfather : ( Is that your grandma there holding his hand? Thank you for sharing his Pearl Harbor day with us in December. A good man with a good long life. I’m glad you’ll see him again someday
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He’s not my “real” grandfather but might as well be. I’ve known him for 11 years and he treated me like family from day 1. The hand belongs to my mother-in-law, who’s been his caretaker and caregiver for 12 years. I’ve seen him almost every day since Irene in 2011. He was 98 and passed away in the home he built with his own hands surrounded by loved ones – which was exactly was he desired.
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I understand…I haven’t had any grandparents since 25, but I have some people in my life that fill that spot for me.
That’s just wonderful, thank you for telling me about him.
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I had one grandmother until I was 19 and never really knew any of my grandfathers, so he’s the only one I’ve ever had. I’m grateful for the time he chose to invest in me 🙂
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I am so, so sorry for your loss. The passing of any dear friend leaves a void in one’s heart… take care and remember him fondly.
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I certainly will; thank you
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Wonderful picture of a fine man. I’m sorry that you have lost Mr. Tom – for now.
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Jay, I missed this on Friday. I’m so sorry for your loss. DNA isn’t the only thing that makes someone your family. Sending love and sincere condolences. xoxo
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thank you
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