Condolences to Paul Hooson (Wizbang)

In a comment on another thread, reader and regular commenter Paul Hooson mentioned that his mother passed away on Monday. I do not wish to embarrass Mr. Hooson, especially in his time of grief, but I do feel that we should all extend appropriate sympathy and wishes for solace and peace to Paul and his family.

One of the things I greatly appreciate about the Blogosphere, is that you get to know people from a great range of places and perspectives. And so, I consider Paul a friiend whose loss matters to me. I also recall the many kind words I received when my father passed away last year; it was a comfort to me then, and I hope it may be a comfort to Paul now.

The times being what they are, I must remind everyone that this thread is meant for condolences and sympathy. If you cannot manage those emotions, there are plenty of other threads where you can leave comments. But it would be a good thing, for those who are so inclined to wish Paul and his family their sincere good wishes and sympathy.

Thanks.

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Comments (34)

May the Lord watch over you... (Below threshold)

1. Posted by DJ Drummond | October 31, 2007 10:50 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

DJ Drummond:

May the Lord watch over you and your family in this difficult time, Paul, and may you find peace and comfort.

Posted on October 31, 2007 10:50

You have my sincere sympath... (Below threshold)

2. Posted by SarahConnor2 | October 31, 2007 10:54 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

SarahConnor2:

You have my sincere sympathy.

Posted on October 31, 2007 10:54

I know I'm a stranger, but ... (Below threshold)

3. Posted by Eric Forhan | October 31, 2007 10:54 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Eric Forhan:

I know I'm a stranger, but I've been there myself and hope the best for you and your family, Paul.

Paul: My since and... (Below threshold)

4. Posted by langtry | October 31, 2007 10:57 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

langtry:

Paul:

My since and profound sympathies on the loss of your Mother. May you find comfort in the coming days.

Posted on October 31, 2007 10:57

Blessing to you and your fa... (Below threshold)

5. Posted by Jeff Blogworthy | October 31, 2007 11:00 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Jeff Blogworthy:

Blessing to you and your family Paul. May the Lord comfort and strengthen you all.

Posted on October 31, 2007 11:00

Paul, You have my s... (Below threshold)

6. Posted by LoveAmerica Immigrant | October 31, 2007 11:04 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

LoveAmerica Immigrant:

Paul,
You have my sincere sympathy. I can relate to the feeling that you will not be able to see your mother again in this life.

Posted on October 31, 2007 11:04

My mother died August 24th,... (Below threshold)

7. Posted by mcharrison | October 31, 2007 11:17 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

mcharrison:

My mother died August 24th, followed by her younger brother - almost a month to the day - and it does not get any easier. My condolences, Paul.

Posted on October 31, 2007 11:17

Paul,My deepest and ... (Below threshold)

8. Posted by Justrand | October 31, 2007 11:20 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Justrand:

Paul,
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences at your loss.

We all enjoy twisting each other's noses on the blogs, and yours as well. But your always a decent fellow, and I sincerely hope God heals and comforts you and your family in this time of loss.

Best wishes,
Justrand

Posted on October 31, 2007 11:20

Condolences on your loss. <... (Below threshold)

9. Posted by Lurking Observer | October 31, 2007 11:26 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Lurking Observer:

Condolences on your loss.

Posted on October 31, 2007 11:26

Paul, please know my though... (Below threshold)

10. Posted by Oyster | October 31, 2007 11:27 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Oyster:

Paul, please know my thoughts are with you and your loved ones. I hope you will quickly find comfort in your memories of your mother.

Posted on October 31, 2007 11:27

Sorry to hear of your loss,... (Below threshold)

11. Posted by COgirl | October 31, 2007 12:04 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

COgirl:

Sorry to hear of your loss, Paul. My condolences.

Posted on October 31, 2007 12:04

Sorry to hear about your lo... (Below threshold)

12. Posted by Chris G | October 31, 2007 12:19 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Chris G:

Sorry to hear about your loss Paul. Much love and prayer to your family from mine

Posted on October 31, 2007 12:19

There are some things in li... (Below threshold)

13. Posted by _Mike_ | October 31, 2007 12:35 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

_Mike_:

There are some things in life for which we can never be prepared. You have my condolences for your loss, Paul.

Posted on October 31, 2007 12:35

"Love is a fabric which nev... (Below threshold)

14. Posted by Clay | October 31, 2007 12:35 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Clay:

"Love is a fabric which never fades, no matter how often it is washed in the water of adversity and grief."

I'm sorry for your loss, Paul.

Paul H.,Many, many... (Below threshold)

15. Posted by Peter F. | October 31, 2007 12:44 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Peter F.:

Paul H.,

Many, many condolences to you and your family. God bless all of you, too.

Posted on October 31, 2007 12:44

Am truely sorry for your lo... (Below threshold)

16. Posted by ODA315 | October 31, 2007 12:56 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

ODA315:

Am truely sorry for your loss Paul. God bless you and your family.

Posted on October 31, 2007 12:56

My thoughts and prayers are... (Below threshold)

17. Posted by Jim Addison | October 31, 2007 12:58 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Jim Addison:

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Paul, in this time of loss.

Posted on October 31, 2007 12:58

Paul H.My most sin... (Below threshold)

18. Posted by Chip | October 31, 2007 1:58 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Chip:

Paul H.

My most sincere condolences and I hope you and your family find some comfort at this time in your life.

Chip.

Posted on October 31, 2007 13:58

My sincere condolences for ... (Below threshold)

19. Posted by SShiell | October 31, 2007 1:58 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

SShiell:

My sincere condolences for your loss.

Sorry for your loss Paul. <... (Below threshold)

20. Posted by Veeshir | October 31, 2007 2:00 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Veeshir:

Sorry for your loss Paul.
My condolences.

Posted on October 31, 2007 14:00

May The Lord bless you and ... (Below threshold)

21. Posted by kimsch | October 31, 2007 2:54 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

kimsch

May The Lord bless you and keep you.

May the Lord make his face to shine upon you, and be gracious to you.

May the Lord lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace.

Posted on October 31, 2007 14:54

My sincere condolences, Pau... (Below threshold)

22. Posted by SPQR | October 31, 2007 3:07 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

SPQR:

My sincere condolences, Paul.

Posted on October 31, 2007 15:07

Paul, I already said it. ww... (Below threshold)

23. Posted by WildWillie | October 31, 2007 3:56 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

WildWillie:

Paul, I already said it. ww

Posted on October 31, 2007 15:56

Paul, a few years back I lo... (Below threshold)

24. Posted by BarneyG2000 | October 31, 2007 4:18 PM | Score: -1 (3 votes cast)

BarneyG2000:

Paul, a few years back I lost my father just before Halloween. Last Saturday I took my mother to his grave for a solemn visit.

I wish you peace of mind and comfort at this time of sorrow.

Posted on October 31, 2007 16:18

PaulYou are the mo... (Below threshold)

25. Posted by RFA | October 31, 2007 4:21 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

RFA:

Paul

You are the most agreeable person I've ever had the opportunity to disagree with.

We all feel your loss and share in your sorrow. May you find comfort in knowing that God must have needed another angel!

Posted on October 31, 2007 16:21

PaulI offer my since... (Below threshold)

26. Posted by HughS | October 31, 2007 5:54 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

HughS:

Paul
I offer my sincere condolences and will keep you and your family in my prayers during this time of your sorrow and loss.

Posted on October 31, 2007 17:54

May the God of all comfort ... (Below threshold)

27. Posted by Wethal | October 31, 2007 6:28 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Wethal:

May the God of all comfort be with you and your family, Paul.

Posted on October 31, 2007 18:28

I cannot imagine your loss:... (Below threshold)

28. Posted by RYan | October 31, 2007 7:13 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

RYan:

I cannot imagine your loss: Both my parents are still alive - but I saw how it hurt them when their parents died, and it is a sad thing to go through. Know that they are only going on an extended vacation, so to speak, and that you will see them again. In the now, you have my condolences and prayers. It never goes away, but it will get better.

Posted on October 31, 2007 19:13

Paul,Condolences f... (Below threshold)

29. Posted by Son Of The Godfather | October 31, 2007 7:20 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

Son Of The Godfather:

Paul,

Condolences for your loss.

Posted on October 31, 2007 19:20

Condolences and Support.<br... (Below threshold)

30. Posted by epador | October 31, 2007 8:29 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

epador:

Condolences and Support.
Never an easy time, no easy way to ease the loss.

Posted on October 31, 2007 20:29

Thank you, DJ and all my fr... (Below threshold)

31. Posted by Paul Hooson | October 31, 2007 9:24 PM | Score: 2 (2 votes cast)

Paul Hooson:

Thank you, DJ and all my friends over here at Wizbang. I deeply appreciate your very kind words. You're all extremely nice persons. It's so good to have friends who care like this.

Politics never really should matter very much in the end. It's not a big thing to me which party one may belong to, or which church, or which clubs or lodges, or which sports teams one supports. In the end we are all the children of God and want the very best for our nation, community and family.

Losing both my parents within just the last three months has been extremely tough for me. Feeling really sad and empty right now, the kind words extended here have done wonders for my deeply wounded spirits.

God bless you all. And love your family always. You'll be really sad when they're gone. I should know.

Posted on October 31, 2007 21:24

Well said, Paul H. I try to... (Below threshold)

32. Posted by 89 | November 1, 2007 7:49 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

89:

Well said, Paul H. I try to spend time with my parents and family members while I can, and also rejoice in the new additions to the extended family.

My condolences.

Posted on November 1, 2007 07:49

May Mrs. Hooson rest in pea... (Below threshold)

33. Posted by The Exposer | November 1, 2007 8:18 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

The Exposer:

May Mrs. Hooson rest in peace. Prayers for the Hooson family.

Posted on November 1, 2007 08:18

One of the hardest things y... (Below threshold)

34. Posted by hyperbolist | November 1, 2007 11:01 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)

hyperbolist:

One of the hardest things you'll have to go through, Paul. Take care, mate.

Posted on November 1, 2007 23:01

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