OT: Father Passed Away Today

[Orioles1954]

My father, John Feagin Sr. passed away this afternoon at the age of 70 from complications of prostate cancer. I was kind of an oddity in my family because I was the only person who, in fact, LOVED sports. When my family moved to Maryland in 1984, I was just 8 years-old. While trying to find a father/son activity that would help ease the pain of moving 3,000 miles, he took me to my first Orioles game at Memorial Stadium. In entering that stadium I became immediately and totally hooked. That love for baseball, and my dad has not subsided. He didn't care for the game. But he know I cared for it and that is all that mattered to him. During my baseball card collecting days he was constantly buying packs and taking me to shows. He bought my first T206 card, a tattered Red Ames Portrait for ten bucks when I was just 10 years-old. Five years later, when my first girlfriend broke up with me, he thought a 1957 Topps Brooks Robinson rookie would do the trick in lifting my spirits. It did. On and on and through the years, the man who didn't like sports supported my love for the Baltimore Orioles and the hobby. Last week, I said my goodbyes to him as he gradually began to slip away. I'm so grateful for the 40 years of memories I shared with him and his selflessness. He engaged in our interests for no other reward than to build a personal relationship with each of his children. It is my hope that I will pass that legacy forward to his three grandchildren, my young son and two daughters.

[Stonepony]

My sincere condolences, it's really rough losing a beloved dad.

[autograf]

Sorry for your loss......will say a prayer for you and your family....

[JollyElm]

I'm so sorry, and you surely brought tears to many people's eyes with that wonderful testament to your dad. Please hang in there.

[Leon]

My condolences James. Very sorry to hear but sounds like ya'll had some great times and he was a great dad. You will always have the memories.

[D.P.Johnson]

He obviously raised a fine son and I'm sure he's proud of that.

[Bpm0014]

My condolences. Your dad sounded like he was a great man.

[vintagebaseballcardguy]

James, from one native Arkansan to another, I am so sorry for your loss. It has been about a year since I had the pleasure of meeting you in Silver Spring. You and your family will be in my prayers.

[EvilKing00]

He sounded like a great dad, may he rest in peace and prayers for you and your family.

[ullmandds]

sorry to hear James...my condolences. Sounds like u have many great memories.

[Al C.risafulli]

Sorry to hear this, James. You'll be in my thoughts.

Best,
-Al

[icollectDCsports]

Thanks for sharing those memories and condolences to you and your family.

[glchen]

I'm sorry for your loss. Take care for you and your family.

[scooter729]

So sorry to hear of your loss. It's nice that you have such quality memories of a great man to hold onto - he must've been a wonderful dad, so I can't imagine your pain at this time.....

[Brian Van Horn]

My condolences.

[gregr2]

My condolences, thinking of you and your family. All the best.

[pcoz]

James, so sorry about your pop. Great stories no one will ever take away from you and you'll pass on. Cheers to a great guy.

[Mountaineer1999]

So sorry for your loss James. Sounds like you guys really took advantage of the time you had together.

[bbcard1]

So sorry. Miss my dad all the time.

[Jason Carota]

Sorry for your loss, James. My condolences.

[MVSNYC]

James-

Very sorry for your loss. My father passed away late summer. We were extremely close, so I know what you are going thru. Treasure the great memories and honor his legacy by sharing his life lessons with your children. Keep busy and don't be afraid to smile and laugh going forward, he'd want you to continue to enjoy life.

Regards,
Michael

[Orioles1954]

James-

Very sorry for your loss. My father passed away late summer. We were extremely close, so I know what you are going thru. Treasure the great memories and honor his legacy by sharing his life lessons with your children. Keep busy and don't be afraid to smile and laugh going forward, he'd want you to continue to enjoy life.

Regards,
Michael


Thanks Michael. I'm trying to keep busy. However, it's especially tough on my boy. I've been comforting him all night.

[tombocombo]

Sorry for your family

[Jantz]

Sorry to hear of your loss.

My condolences to you and your family.

[dclarkraiders]

Thanks for sharing the story about your Father. Prayers go out to you and your family.

Duane

[Powell]

I am very sorry for your loss.

[Mark70Z]

James,

So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I lost mine two years ago and still miss him. He, like your dad, took me to Memorial Stadium as well when I was younger. Thanks for sharing about him and what character he portrayed.

My condolences to you and your family.

[terjung]

So sorry for your loss.

[rjackson44]

God bless

[RTK]

Sorry for your loss, I know the feeling, I lost mine in 2007 and still think of him every day. Time willl help you heal and the good memories will always be with you.

[4815162342]

I'm very sorry for your loss. I will be praying for comfort for you and your family.

[basesareempty]

Sorry for your loss.

[dougscats]

His love is in your heart.
His spirit lives on through you.

[tschock]

I am sorry for your loss and can relate. Here is hoping your children are able to remember him as well, or at least understand his ongoing presence in your life through your presence in theirs.

[batsballsbases]

May God bless you and your family at your time of great loss. My father passed away 8 years ago and not a day goes by that I dont think of him at least 2-3 times a day.....

[glynparson]

Sorry for your loss.

[Orioles1954]

I found out of my father's passing at H&S while writing a lot for an upcoming auction. I rushed to meet up with my mom, his wife of nearly 49 years. It was then I realized my 9 year-old daughter's Christmas chorus concert was in just a couple of hours. She was also very close to her grandpa and learned of his passing while at school. I was a couple of minutes late (dang, traffic), but I knew my pop wouldn't have wanted me to miss that event on account of him. Never saw her smile so widely.

[Beatles Guy]

My condolences. I lost my Dad nearly two years ago. It's something that you never really get over.

[Bieg]

So Sorry for your loss.

[ksabet]

James my heart goes out to you and your family.

[cardsfan73]

James,

I am really sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My Dad passed away a little over 17 years ago (12/15/98) and not a day goes by that I don't think about him. It sounds like you two had an outstanding relationship and had many great memories and for that you are blessed. My thoughts go out to you and your family and all of his friends.

Best wishes,
Scott

[RelicSports]

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

[Joshchisox08]

I'm sorry man that's got to be one of the hardest things ever to endure.

[iowadoc77]

Sorry for your loss but thankful for your memories. Makes me want to take my kids to a game today! Oh wait, maybe in a few months. Thoughts and prayers your way.

[JoeDfan]

I am very sorry to hear about your dad. It sounds like he was an awesome guy.

[h2oya311]

sounds a lot like my family...I have a love of baseball but there are no other real sports fans in the immediate family.

Sorry to hear of your loss, but I'm glad you have such great memories of your father. I hope to pass on the same sort of legacy with my child(ren).

All the best, Derek

[Dario7707]

Sorry for your loss. It's extremely tough to lose a Dad. Be strong my brother.

[Joshwesley]

So very sorry for your loss, but what a great message/testament to the relationship and the man that your Father is/was.

Praying for peace for you and your family at this time.

Blessings

[DHogan]

My sincere condolences.

[slidekellyslide]

James, my sincere condolences. You and your family are in my thoughts.

[Shoebox]

My condolences for your loss. Thank you for sharing your memories as a father and a son it was deeply moving.

[drcy]

My condolences. My 80 year old dad has Alzheiemer's. I do something with him each day. Has always was a good guy and still is.

[Northviewcats]

So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

[Rookiemonster]

Sorry to hear about your loss

[GrayGhost]

Agreed that he sounds like a wonderful and caring father. I know how that was. Your fathers is resting in peace right now, and I offer my sincere condolences to you and your family on your loss..

[ksfarmboy]

James, very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with your family and prayers for comfort.
Clint

[wolf441]

James, I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you and your family.

[Rickyy]

My condolences to you and your family James for your loss.

Ricky Y

[Jobu]

I am very sorry to hear of your loss, I lost my mom in August and it was rough. I love to hear that you will always have a special connection to your father through your collection, that is what this hobby is all about. Stay strong.

[CW]

My condolences to you and your family. 70 years is a good, long life. Do you still have the Ames card? Regardless, you still have the memories.

[mrvster]

I am very sorry for your loss

[NewEnglandBaseBallist]

My condolences on the passing of your father.

[Orioles1954]

Everyone, I am so thankful for the well wishes and thoughts. They really are helping during this difficult time. One board member, Fred, sent a nice message and included the following..."I'm not trying to make light of your loss but perhaps you could buy a card "to make you feel better" and that card could be a reminder of what your dad meant to you. I'd make it a really cool card."

One of the only baseball players my pop remembers as a kid was Duke Snider. When I was little, he bought me a 1956 Topps Duke Snider and told me all about him. Several years later, when cardboard gave way to girls, I sold my entire collection, including Duke for a song. When I told my dad about it, he was genuinely hurt. In honor of my dad, I will buy a 1956 Topps Duke Snider. It will be displayed next to a picture of him and with a promise that it will never be sold....ever. Thanks for the awesome suggestion, Fred!

[gnaz01]

James, so sorry for your loss. "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord". Praying for peace during this tough time....

[greenmonster66]

James, my sincere condolences to you and your family! May your wonderful memories of your dad last a lifetime! He will always be with you! God Bless!

[LEHR]

Very sorry for your loss.

[tinkertoeverstochance]

So sorry to hear James. Please accept my condolences at this difficult time.

Lee

[jiw98]

James, Sorry for your loss. It is difficult to lose a father, mine passed last month. As hard as it is, you have to remember the good times. Memories are a great thing. Sounds like you had some great times with you dad, those memories will help during the rough patches.

[Maddog]

James, sorry to hear of your loss.
My deepest condolences to you and your family.

[tedzan]

GOD Bless your Dad's soul.

And, may GOD Bless and comfort you and your family.


TED Z
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[brian1961]

James---I extend to you my deepest condolences. It is so hard right now; I've been through it. You had a beautiful father-son relationship, and I appreciated your sharing that with us. Your father was a very loving, and deeply considerate and thoughtful Dad to you. May God carry you and your family during this time of grieving. ---Brian Powell

[Samsdaddy]

My condolences to you on the passing of your dad.

My prayers are with you and your family.

[T206Collector]

My sincere condolences. Sounds like I owe your Dad a bit of gratitude as well for indirectly supporting my signed T206 addiction nearly ten years ago.

[1952boyntoncollector]

sorry for your loss...I too also went to oriole games with my dad..i am from the silver spring area and appreciate that I can still go with him now that hes in his late 70s to marlin games...

[baseball tourist]

It's tough to lose a parent. My heart goes out to you and yours.

[Orioles1954]

Thanks to everyone for your warm thoughts. Funeral was this morning and we are simply overwhelmed by the generosity of our friends and family.

[CurtisFlood]

Sorry sir, so happy for you that you got to say goodbye. I never got that opportunity with my own father who dies suddenly at an earlier age while on the job. Keep the good memories close to you.