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This morning I received a phone call from my mother, the one that I knew that I would get someday but was hoping would not come soon: "We need you." My father passed away very suddenly, and despite the attendance of my brother-in-law, a learned physician who was visiting for the week, there was nothing that could be done. By the time I arrived it was already clear. There was nothing that I could do for him but close his eyes, as is a son's duty.
My father loved to go to Furry conventions, and attended Anthrocon for more than 15 years, as well as Furfright and Eurofurence. He was considered our most senior attendee. Many folks got to meet him, and whereas he was a very quiet man, be assured that he absolutely cherished being able to hang out with everyone.
I would like to thank the scores of people who have sent their condolences and prayers. It means a lot to our family to know that so many people from so many far-flung lands are thinking of us.
I saw my father just last night when I visited for dinner. I hugged him when I left, but I did not say what I now wish I had said. If your own father is still about, whether you get along with him or not, and regardless of how long it has been since you have seen him, drop in, or call him, and tell him that you love him. It might well be your last chance.
My father loved to go to Furry conventions, and attended Anthrocon for more than 15 years, as well as Furfright and Eurofurence. He was considered our most senior attendee. Many folks got to meet him, and whereas he was a very quiet man, be assured that he absolutely cherished being able to hang out with everyone.
I would like to thank the scores of people who have sent their condolences and prayers. It means a lot to our family to know that so many people from so many far-flung lands are thinking of us.
I saw my father just last night when I visited for dinner. I hugged him when I left, but I did not say what I now wish I had said. If your own father is still about, whether you get along with him or not, and regardless of how long it has been since you have seen him, drop in, or call him, and tell him that you love him. It might well be your last chance.
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I never met him, nor, Uncle Kage, have I actually met you, but having seen you on Youtube so often, and seen you once at Anthrocon 2014 during your story hour, I feel like we're family now. I feel terribly for you, and, I wish only that your father will find a pleasant rest in the hereafter.
I think we should do on the Eurofurence 22 in your Story Hour a minute of silence for your father. He was a very good man and you could tell that he had fun traveling with you on Con's.
We will all miss him very much. Rest in peace Samuel Conway Sr. May you continue to live in all our hearts.
We will all miss him very much. Rest in peace Samuel Conway Sr. May you continue to live in all our hearts.
Of all the money that e'er I had, I spent it in good company
And of all the harm that e'er I've done, alas it was to none but me
And all I've done for want of wit, to memory now I can't recall
So fill to me the parting glass. Goodnight and joy be with you all
Of all the comrades that e'er I had, they're sorry for my going away
And all the sweethearts that e'er I had
They would wish me one more day to stay
But since it falls unto my lot that I should rise and you should not
I'll gently rise and I'll softly call, "Goodnight and joy be with you all!"
A man may drink and not be drunk, a man may fight and not be slain
A man may court a pretty girl and perhaps be welcomed back again
But since it has so ordered been by a time to rise and a time to fall
Come fill to me the parting glass, good night and joy be with you all
Good night and joy be with you all
--The Parting Glass
My condolences to you and your family, Uncle Kage.
And of all the harm that e'er I've done, alas it was to none but me
And all I've done for want of wit, to memory now I can't recall
So fill to me the parting glass. Goodnight and joy be with you all
Of all the comrades that e'er I had, they're sorry for my going away
And all the sweethearts that e'er I had
They would wish me one more day to stay
But since it falls unto my lot that I should rise and you should not
I'll gently rise and I'll softly call, "Goodnight and joy be with you all!"
A man may drink and not be drunk, a man may fight and not be slain
A man may court a pretty girl and perhaps be welcomed back again
But since it has so ordered been by a time to rise and a time to fall
Come fill to me the parting glass, good night and joy be with you all
Good night and joy be with you all
--The Parting Glass
My condolences to you and your family, Uncle Kage.
I wish i could provide more than just my condolences. These things are inevitable but that never means that they are easy. Truly I am sorry for your loss. Know that not only you but many from the community consider this a personal loss as well as many have met and know this great man. Again you have my deepest condolences.
When i read this i instantly became sad- because he seemed like one of the best people you could ever meet. An average sympathy alone can not express how bad i feel for you and your Family. The beautiful thing about our community is we are here for each other. If you need someone to talk to, we are all here to listen.
My condolences to you and your family in the loss of your father. Yet even during this traumatic event, you give sound advice to others. Thank you for thinking of us.
I was fortunate to be able to thank my father for all he gave me, and tell him I loved him the last time I saw him before he passed a mere 10 months ago.
I was fortunate to be able to thank my father for all he gave me, and tell him I loved him the last time I saw him before he passed a mere 10 months ago.
Kage, I am so so sorry for your loss. I had no idea he was even ill. I promise and swear to you if I did I would have been right there to offer my prayers and support. He sounds like he was a wonderful man and I wish I could say something meaningful, something helpful or consoling but it's times like this that I realize that I'm some 23 year old guy and I don't have the resource of knowledge that someone like you has. I come from a long lime of big families from PA so I know that sting of losing one all too well, but I've never lost a parent and I'm certain that the sting of something like that is beyond what I could imagine. Again you have my deepest sympathies and condolences and any way I could help honor the man who fathered you would be my deepest dignity and pleasure. I know like may furs I'm just one person who knows you, respects, and even admires you; but I don't know you that personally. I can't say go take time off or spend time with your close friends to get you through this time. I don't know what works for you in dealing with grief such as this, but I will offer you this and I mean it with every fiber of my being. If you EVER need someone to talk to as unlikely as it is, I'm here. If you need a community to help hold you up through this then I'm here like everyone else. And if you ever need anything from anyone to help I'm here. You have my sympathies and support wholly and without stipulation and I wish you and the rest of your family the best. You will all be in my prayers.
Sorry for your loss kage, from what you just said and what I have geared my self he sounded like a wonderful man, and I can say with a 100% that he was so proud of you and your accomplishments. Do your self a favor and always remember every single last moment of the bond you two shared. I really don't know what else to say but the entire fandom is here to comfort you if you need it any time.
I haven't heard if anything about Grandpa Kage before today, but I still feel sad about it. I had a scare about my own father earlier this month, which just turned out to be a misunderstanding. I will add my condolences to the growing list for the friends and family of Samuel Conway Sr. It's a shame I never got to meet him, I would have loved to listen to stories from his life.
I hate to sound blunt, but it really sucks that Grandpa Kage is no longer around.
I met him a few times when I attended Anthrocon throughout the years.
Every Anthrocon has been the best vacation ever for me and he made it a little brighter for me.
From what I could gather, he was a very nice guy and he was as awesome as Grandma Kage.
I don't know what else to do other than to offer my sincerest and deepest sympathies to you and your family, so that's what I'll do for now.
May Grandpa Kage find peace in the afterlife and may his spirit live on through you, Kage.
I met him a few times when I attended Anthrocon throughout the years.
Every Anthrocon has been the best vacation ever for me and he made it a little brighter for me.
From what I could gather, he was a very nice guy and he was as awesome as Grandma Kage.
I don't know what else to do other than to offer my sincerest and deepest sympathies to you and your family, so that's what I'll do for now.
May Grandpa Kage find peace in the afterlife and may his spirit live on through you, Kage.
I'm so sorry to hear this news. I'm so greatful I got the change to meet him a couple of times, his stories were so inspiring. One will always still stay in my heart. It really got to my soul and spoke to me, I actually found myself crying when he was telling it. Writing this now is bringing tears to my ears, because it's thanks to him I was no longer ashamed to be a furry anymore. I will truly miss him, he was a wonderful man and so very wise. Many will miss him greatly, I know I also will, my thoughts are with you kage, family and friends and so many more. *hugs*
If the apple doesn't fall far from the tree... I can only imagine how beautiful and wise and grand that tree must have been.
Seeing as you, your self, are an amazing human being, caring for so many of us around the world. Dear, Sam... I wish you
and all of your family the comfort and the peace of knowing that your dad has done a great job of raising you and pointing
you all in the right directions in life. And as I tell anyone who I love, who's lost someone they love... You have every right
to mourn for your loss. But please, also, celebrate all the joy and happiness of his life as well. Much love to you, Samuel.
Seeing as you, your self, are an amazing human being, caring for so many of us around the world. Dear, Sam... I wish you
and all of your family the comfort and the peace of knowing that your dad has done a great job of raising you and pointing
you all in the right directions in life. And as I tell anyone who I love, who's lost someone they love... You have every right
to mourn for your loss. But please, also, celebrate all the joy and happiness of his life as well. Much love to you, Samuel.
So sorry to hear this like I had said before Sam. I was lucky enough to get to know your dad the past 2 years at AC. And even tho he is soft spoken he was a sweetheart. I am grateful for the time I got to spend with him. Sending thoughts and prayers to you and hoping that when everyone thinks about him they remember the kind hearted furry loving man he is.
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I never knew him, but the way I see it he lived through so much in his wonderful life of 82 yrs.
God I only wish to be able to live that long. He and your mother raised a very awesome person, "You" and I give
all my condolences to you and your family in this time of loss, for a man I've never knew but truly would've loved
to meet.
God I only wish to be able to live that long. He and your mother raised a very awesome person, "You" and I give
all my condolences to you and your family in this time of loss, for a man I've never knew but truly would've loved
to meet.
I heard about what happened from 
bluecanary, she posted a very nice picture of your mother and father. I am sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of meeting them both at Megaplex some time ago and thought that they were both really cool people, and we had a nice conversation while Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban was playing in the background.
I hear what you say about appreciating your parents. I was fortunate enough to have told my mother that I loved her the day before she passed away. But know that words, as important as they are, don't compare to the depth of feeling that a parent can have for their child, and vice versa. I have no doubt your father knew your feelings. And you were there for him. Just take care of yourself, guy.
bluecanary, she posted a very nice picture of your mother and father. I am sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of meeting them both at Megaplex some time ago and thought that they were both really cool people, and we had a nice conversation while Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban was playing in the background.I hear what you say about appreciating your parents. I was fortunate enough to have told my mother that I loved her the day before she passed away. But know that words, as important as they are, don't compare to the depth of feeling that a parent can have for their child, and vice versa. I have no doubt your father knew your feelings. And you were there for him. Just take care of yourself, guy.
I send my condolences kage and I hope for strength for the family as well. Your right life is to short for whatever the situation may be to just have grudges and not speak to a family member. Family is always important and if time is not spent wisely, it may be the last chance . I'm very sorry .
Uncle Kage, I never had the pleasure of meeting your father (heck, I haven't even met you in any meaningful sense), but two things are immediately clear to me. One, you loved him a ton and valued him highly, and so this is a great loss for you. But two, you appear to have taken after him in a lot of ways, and so you'll have no problem carrying his torch to the next generation. My condolences.
I'm so sorry for your loss Uncle Kage. I hope you and your family may find solace in what I'm sure is a terribly hard time for you. Please know we are thinking of you!
If I may, I'd like to put this out there:
While I am unfamiliar with losing a parent, I must say Uncle Kage is right.
Every day I regret not being there more during my granmother's final days. The day before she died I made the decision not to visit her because my mom told me she was doing excellent. The next morning she passed. I had been there a day earlier than her last and she fell asleep before I could say "bye" and "I love you" one last time. This was the woman who practically raised me from 2 weeks old to 12 years old. Over half of my life at that point. I will NEVER forgive myself for not being there.
Moral of the story: your life is NEVER too busy for family. Everyone and everything else can wait. Cherish every moment like it's the last.
If I may, I'd like to put this out there:
While I am unfamiliar with losing a parent, I must say Uncle Kage is right.
Every day I regret not being there more during my granmother's final days. The day before she died I made the decision not to visit her because my mom told me she was doing excellent. The next morning she passed. I had been there a day earlier than her last and she fell asleep before I could say "bye" and "I love you" one last time. This was the woman who practically raised me from 2 weeks old to 12 years old. Over half of my life at that point. I will NEVER forgive myself for not being there.
Moral of the story: your life is NEVER too busy for family. Everyone and everything else can wait. Cherish every moment like it's the last.
I like the picture you posted of your Father because it looks like he's having a good time. The memories of those happier moments help to soften the blows of the tragedy, and add comfort to those who knew him. I believe he's well earned his badge and pass to that great Furcon on the other side.
Oh no :<
I am so sorry for your loss... Our loss, for are we not one big family? I know he was loved by many and that he will always live on through those who knew him and especially, through you and your stories. I had hoped to one day meet him myself but that dose no longer seem to be possible. May he rest peacefully and never be forgotten.
I wish you strength so that you and your family may carry on through these rough days of emotions :(
I am so sorry for your loss... Our loss, for are we not one big family? I know he was loved by many and that he will always live on through those who knew him and especially, through you and your stories. I had hoped to one day meet him myself but that dose no longer seem to be possible. May he rest peacefully and never be forgotten.
I wish you strength so that you and your family may carry on through these rough days of emotions :(
from what i've heard, your father was a very determined man. even into his old age. never really backing down and just resting. and not letting people get in his way, not even your mother.
one story in particular that i heard at eurofurence about how your parents water heater had broken, he wanted to fix it himself, your mother wanted him to call a professional. and asked you to talk some sense into him. in the end he got his way with you helping. when your mother came in and asked what the hell was going on, you answered that he was teaching you how a water heater worked and how to fix it.
from all the stories i've heard your father was a great man. never really resting. may he now rest in peace.
and take care of your mother, if not for her safety then for our safety. i'm sure your father would have wanted that.
*raises glass* to mr. conway.
one story in particular that i heard at eurofurence about how your parents water heater had broken, he wanted to fix it himself, your mother wanted him to call a professional. and asked you to talk some sense into him. in the end he got his way with you helping. when your mother came in and asked what the hell was going on, you answered that he was teaching you how a water heater worked and how to fix it.
from all the stories i've heard your father was a great man. never really resting. may he now rest in peace.
and take care of your mother, if not for her safety then for our safety. i'm sure your father would have wanted that.
*raises glass* to mr. conway.
Sorry to hear of your loss of a loved one, you have my heart felt condolences.
I lost Dad two years ago on Yule... You are right we never know when end in this world comes for those we love or ourselves. Please keep in mind, just because the cage is broken doesn't mean the bird is dead.
I lost Dad two years ago on Yule... You are right we never know when end in this world comes for those we love or ourselves. Please keep in mind, just because the cage is broken doesn't mean the bird is dead.
Condolence to you, and your family. Here is a Poem that I wrote in memory of my Paternal Grandmother, who passed away in 2011. It might bring you, and you family comfort during this sad time.
"Here Today, Gone Tomorrow" by Captain Jarak Panther
We knew it was only a matter of time,
And to keep you here longer would have been a crime,
For yours was a soul that The Lord had let us borrow.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow.
Our lives are so bleak, the world filled with sorrow.
You've gone back home now to be with Jesus, so we shouldn't be sad.
We should treasure having known you, and all the time together that we'd had.
Our hearts should be glad you're at peace, not filled with sorrow.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow.
When the time for God to take you back home again,
We knew that we would see you some day, but would miss you until then.
Yes! Yours was a soul that The Lord had let us borrow.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow.
Our lives are so bleak, the world filled with sorrow.
You've gone back home now to be with Jesus, so we shouldn't be sad.
We should treasure having known you, and all the time together that we'd had.
Our hearts should be glad you're at peace, not filled with sorrow.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow.
"Here Today, Gone Tomorrow" by Captain Jarak Panther
We knew it was only a matter of time,
And to keep you here longer would have been a crime,
For yours was a soul that The Lord had let us borrow.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow.
Our lives are so bleak, the world filled with sorrow.
You've gone back home now to be with Jesus, so we shouldn't be sad.
We should treasure having known you, and all the time together that we'd had.
Our hearts should be glad you're at peace, not filled with sorrow.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow.
When the time for God to take you back home again,
We knew that we would see you some day, but would miss you until then.
Yes! Yours was a soul that The Lord had let us borrow.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow.
Our lives are so bleak, the world filled with sorrow.
You've gone back home now to be with Jesus, so we shouldn't be sad.
We should treasure having known you, and all the time together that we'd had.
Our hearts should be glad you're at peace, not filled with sorrow.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow.
I am sorry to hear about your father, and although I did not know your parents well i could see that they were very wonderful people, especially to share your involvement in the fandom as much as they did.
My deepest condolences go out to you, your mother, and the rest of your family.
My deepest condolences go out to you, your mother, and the rest of your family.
Very sorry to hear this I heard about this last night actually :( never got to meet him sadly and I hadn't heard about him much but what I found out yesterday and now,very sorry for the loss,Uncle Kage,I wish I was better when it came to conversations like this but I am not sadly *hugs* well I do hope it helps to see how many furs are here for you :) I think I speak for all of us when I say we love you,Uncle Kage! tho I might never get to meet ya myself I would love to you seem very awesome that aside tho we are all here for you I am certain
I am sorry for the loss. As there is a beginning so comes a end. A grim reminder of our mortality and just how short our lives are. *sighs* Wise words uncle Kage. Something I forget far to often I am ashamed to say. I need to go hug my father and mother today and tell them that. Time is not being kind to them. As I never had the privilege of meeting the man I find myself at a disadvantage as to best honor his memory. I suppose I will have a drink later and keep you and your family in my thoughts. Bless.
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I have never met a kinder, gentler soul. He will truly be missed. As Nicona said, we've been praying. Especially for your mom. I'm very worried about her. I know what the loss of a husband can do to a wife. I saw it with my mom. We will continue to pray for her and you and the rest of your family.
*wipes tears from eyes and gives you a big hug* I am sorry for your loss, I was/am honored to have been seated next to him and your mom at opening and closing ceremonies and your story hour at AC, I never did get to personally meet him though. I'm very glad you got to spend time with him before he went to the biggest fur con in the galaxy ... he's in the lobby getting ALL the hugs! SB.
My sincere condoloences, Uncle Kage, all the way from Budapest.
I can't even begin to understand how painful this must be for you, nevertheless, I am truly sorry for your loss.
"...lelke fenn jár már a csillagok nyomán..." (his soul walks above us now, in the wake of the stars)
May he rest in peace.
I can't even begin to understand how painful this must be for you, nevertheless, I am truly sorry for your loss.
"...lelke fenn jár már a csillagok nyomán..." (his soul walks above us now, in the wake of the stars)
May he rest in peace.
Uncle Kage, my absolute deepest condolences to you, your family, and close friends of your father. One never knows what the day shall bring, so I hope everyone can read your words and live life to the absolute fullest. I too, discovered how important a kind word, a hello, or expressions of love and care can be to those you love when I lost my brother 2 years ago. You are so much loved Uncle Kage. We are all here with you. *Furry feathery cuddles*
Kage, your dad was a wonderful, sweet, gentle, and caring man, and I'm so glad to have had the chance to get to know him. My deepest condolences along with my prayers and thoughts are with you, your mom, and all your family. Warmest hugs to you all. Rest in peace, "Grandpa Kage."
I'm sorry to hear about your dad, Uncle Kage.
I wish there was something I could do to help ease the pain your undoubtedly feeling....
But, as little comfort as the thought may offer, the sadness you, your family and the extended fuzzy family you've gained over the years are feeling is a true testimate to how wonderful a man and just how truely loved your father was.
You and your family will be in my thoughts and prays, as well as those of my mother and sister.
Take care Uncle Kage.
Be safe and send my love and condolences to your mom as well. 
"To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die."
With how many his character and spirit touched, including myself from the stories I've heard and the dinners I've had with his company, I'd safely say he lives in through all of this community.
In the end, I'd bet Tien's cellar that he's proud of you as a man, a comedian, a visionary, a leader, and a friend. Such as I am. Such as we all are. Continue to be that man he raised so well.
*hugs*
With how many his character and spirit touched, including myself from the stories I've heard and the dinners I've had with his company, I'd safely say he lives in through all of this community.
In the end, I'd bet Tien's cellar that he's proud of you as a man, a comedian, a visionary, a leader, and a friend. Such as I am. Such as we all are. Continue to be that man he raised so well.
*hugs*
I am so sorry about your dads death. I can't imagine what it's like loosing a parent. My deepest condolences to you and your family Uncle K. Sorry that I didn't made it to your last winestream but if I met you as a fursuiter or a human anywhere. Especially in Fur Jam, I will give you a huge hug. Maybe as a gift, I am consider buying and shipping to you the best wine I could find from the Hunter Valley. It will be hard for me to choose as I'm not a wine expert like you.
And if I were to ever go to an Anthrocon, I will find you and personally as an argonian or my umbreon which is a Pokémon if you ain't familiar what I'm on about I will bring it with me all the way to Pittsburgh and give it to you. My shout. Just to make a roach like you feel better.
And if I were to ever go to an Anthrocon, I will find you and personally as an argonian or my umbreon which is a Pokémon if you ain't familiar what I'm on about I will bring it with me all the way to Pittsburgh and give it to you. My shout. Just to make a roach like you feel better.
I am so sorry for your loss. I know for a fact that it isnt easy. I agree that you should tell your parents you love them. I make it a point that whenever I see my family the last words i say to them before leaving is i love you. The last thing you want to do is be mad at them, They could just go to the store and they could pass away, but as long as you said that you had loved them, it may be the last words they will ever hear.
I have lost both of my parents and the pain still lingers. i lost my dad 13 years ago. i lost my mom 8 years ago. The pain does get better, but its still there and hits you like a ton of bricks sometimes.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My deepest condolences!!
I have lost both of my parents and the pain still lingers. i lost my dad 13 years ago. i lost my mom 8 years ago. The pain does get better, but its still there and hits you like a ton of bricks sometimes.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My deepest condolences!!
Oh no! My deepest condolences to you and your family.
It was always such a pleasure seeing him at Eurofurence, seeing him laugh every time you were on stage, but also seeing how proud he was of you. I don't know anything else I can say other than that heaven just got a lot sweeter with such a sweet guy up there :)
It was always such a pleasure seeing him at Eurofurence, seeing him laugh every time you were on stage, but also seeing how proud he was of you. I don't know anything else I can say other than that heaven just got a lot sweeter with such a sweet guy up there :)
Fuck.
That's tough and I hope you are on the road to recovery. No one is ever prepared to such a natural event and the fact that you go on shows your true inner strength.
I hope and wish for the best for you, the little you've let me seen of you tells me you are a GREAT person and it means you were raised by the best.
Tight hugs to you and my most sincere condolences
That's tough and I hope you are on the road to recovery. No one is ever prepared to such a natural event and the fact that you go on shows your true inner strength.
I hope and wish for the best for you, the little you've let me seen of you tells me you are a GREAT person and it means you were raised by the best.
Tight hugs to you and my most sincere condolences
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