My father, Papa, Claude, Papy, Papinou, passed away a month ago at the grand age of 98 and his funeral was 2 weeks ago already: it was a sad, freezing, grey, rainy yet beautiful day thanks to all the love expressed for my father that day. Everyone recalling what a remarkable man he was. He truly was. I admired him, for he had so many qualities: he was highly intelligent, always patient (except when he wanted the bill in a restaurant 😂), never criticised anyone, never said a bad word about anyone, was always so inquisitive, interested in so many things, right up to his last days. He was always calm – even when we were naughty as kids and he had to tell us off, he only managed “come on kids, be good” (allez les enfants, soyez sages). His sense of fun, love of good food, love of all things French bien sûr, interest in travel and different cultures, archeology, science and politics made for hours of interesting conversations.
I collated a set of photos for friends and family to watch after the funeral – here is a tiny collection so that you can meet my father who meant so much to me and am grateful I had in my life for so long.
Anthony has been a tower of strength for me as always, as has my dear sister Diane.
Merci pour tout Papa.
Anne
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Thank you for sharing your Dad’s photos. They are lovely.
Craig Anderson
Hay NSW
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What a lovely collection of photos and such wonderful memories Anne . He sure had a twinkle in his eye .He was quite the dashing young man . Treasure his memories .He has left so much to build on .
Sendig love to you both. xxx
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He certainly was a dashing man! I will do my best to honour what his example. I am lucky to have so many happy memories to feed off too. Love to you both.
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Sounds like, despite the sadness, it was a true celebration of your dad’s life! So many memories to treasure. Loved the photographs.
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Yes, it was a perfect celebration of my dad’s life. I am glad you enjoyed the photos.
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Vous avez dit au revoir à un grand humain. Vous avez accompli votre devoir et pouvez désormais profiter de bons souvenirs.
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Vous avez dit au revoir à un grand humain. Vous avez accompli votre devoir et pouvez désormais profiter de bons souvenirs.
john Brisbane
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Tu as raison, mon père était un grand homme! Merci John.
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Thank you for sharing these beautiful memories. Moments to treasure forever. xx
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Thank you both – I am grateful I have so many wonderful memories of my father which I will treasure forever. Xx
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💙 xxx
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🥰 xxx
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Thank you Craig!
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Papy ❤️❤️❤️ Camille xxx
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Hi Anne – so sorry for your loss! Im not online too much anymore so wasnt aware. My love always – Helen
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Thank you Helen. Sending all our love to you xx
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Hi Anne – Im so sorry for your loss. I’m a little behind the time and no on internet (outside of work) very often. Sending you love and hugs alway, Helen
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I think happiness is not measured by deeds as much but by the memories one leaves behind. I’ll bet your father was very proud of all his offspring.
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Thank you so much for your kind words. They mean a lot.
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