My Uncle Hershel just passed away in Roanoke- and the service is Tuesday morning, so I will be on the road or in Roanoke for the next couple days. Before I leave I will try to get some stuff up to autopost while I am gone. While this is not totally unexpected (after an almost 20 year fight with Parkinson's Disease), it's always difficult to deal with these situations, especially for my 94 year old grandmother who had been his chief caretaker over the last few years (yes you read that right, she rocks).
Thanks for your patience and I will be back on Wednesday.
Sorry to read about your and your families loss Ben.
Posted by: Sean Holihan | June 30, 2008 at 02:54 AM
Sorry to hear it.
Posted by: Not Ben | June 30, 2008 at 03:31 AM
Your family will be in my prayers during this difficult time Ben.
The politics can wait until you get back.
Posted by: t | June 30, 2008 at 05:31 AM
Sorry for your loss, Ben.
Take care of your grandmother. It is a tremendous effort caring for an elderly patient the way she did and I tip my hat to her.
Posted by: Dan | June 30, 2008 at 06:35 AM
Ben:
Sorry for your loss. We'll keep you guys in our prayers. Drive safely to Roanoke.
Posted by: NotNotJayHughes | June 30, 2008 at 08:39 AM
Condolences my friend.
Posted by: brimur | June 30, 2008 at 08:54 AM
Sorry for your loss. You are doing the right thing and know that you and your family will be in my prayers through this difficult time.
Posted by: | June 30, 2008 at 09:27 AM
Ben,
Sorry for your loss. I saw the obituary in today's Roanoke Times. Safe travels.
Posted by: Brandon Bell | June 30, 2008 at 09:48 AM
Heartfelt condolences, Ben.
Posted by: James Young | June 30, 2008 at 09:51 AM
Have a safe trip. Sorry for your loss.
Posted by: Another Burke Resident | June 30, 2008 at 09:53 AM
Condolences to you and your family.
Posted by: | June 30, 2008 at 10:44 AM
Heartfelt condolences... and hope your grandmother takes it well. From the sound of it, she does indeed rock.
Posted by: Sam | June 30, 2008 at 10:57 AM
My sincere condolences, Ben. Have a safe trip.
Posted by: Left of the Hill | June 30, 2008 at 11:43 AM
Sorry to hear about your loss, Ben. I lost my father last summer about a long bout with cancer. And, yes, while these things are sometimes expected, the loss is never easy.
God bless your grandmother.
Posted by: Rowhey | June 30, 2008 at 11:50 AM
Ben: I remember meeting your uncle and your Grandmother down in Roanoke in the summer of 2004. He was the one with the big "Vic Thomas for Delegate" sticker on the back of his tractor, right?
All the best to your family,
Chap
Posted by: Chap Petersen | June 30, 2008 at 12:02 PM
Ben, Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers as your family goes through this difficult time and to keep you safe in your travels.
Posted by: phaedrusmack | June 30, 2008 at 01:41 PM
Prayers for you and your family in this difficult time. May God watch over you all in your time of need and accept your uncle into his kingdom.
Posted by: | June 30, 2008 at 01:45 PM
Ben, sorry to hear about your uncle. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers.
Posted by: Dave Wilson | June 30, 2008 at 02:24 PM
Ben,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you.
Posted by: Crystal Clear Conservative | June 30, 2008 at 04:23 PM
Ben, my prayers are with you and your family. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Posted by: David | June 30, 2008 at 08:28 PM
Sorry about your loss Ben. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Posted by: Mike Smaha | July 01, 2008 at 11:42 AM
Ben,
Sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
Matthew
Posted by: Matthew | July 01, 2008 at 08:29 PM
Hey Ben,
Sorry to You, Jan, and Johnet. Please know that I am thinking of you.
Not Brad Hussein Davis
Posted by: Not Brad Hussein Davis | July 02, 2008 at 06:08 PM