Saddest day of my life!!

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Joe Pierce

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On May 8th, my wife died in a diving accident in North Carolina. She was 47 years old, and had a lot left to do in life. She loved diving, and was a fiber artist, spinning, weaving, knitting, and quilting. She had just started turning, she and I took a fiber tools class at Mark Supiks here in Baltimore. I have been a turner for several years, but most of what I turned was for her. It will be hard to get back in the shop!!
 
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My prayers and condolences go out to you and the family.
It sounds as though your wife was a great artist. She will certainly be missed by many.
 
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Joe, you have my deepest condolences and my prayers with you and all those who will be struggling to deal with her sudden loss.
 
Joe, thoughts and prayers go out to you. I was an avid diver for about 16 years. Was full cave certified and trimix certified. In 2002 me and my best friend were diving some caves in Florida. That was the last day I ever dove. There was a really bad silt out and I was the only one who made it out of the cave. They recovered Rich's body the next day. I truly feel your pain and hope that you get through this tragic situation.
 
Joe,
My deepest sympathies on your loss.
I hope the wonderful memories you carry of your beloved wife will comfort you
and carry you through this time.
Peace,
Gary
 
Joe ;

I am so sorry for your loss. I have lost three family members much sooner in life than I had hoped....while the pain never goes away the memories of the times we had together live on. Best of luck in getting through this.
 
Joe, there are no words that any of us can say that will make your pain go away, I can only say that when we lost our 13 year old son we though we would never recover but some how we did. As Ed said keep busy.....
 
Joe, I like others here also want to suggest that you stay busy, When my father passed away I inherited everything under the sun tool wise. Every time I go out into "our" shop Dad is there with me. I feel him guiding me and talking to me, and believe me we talk all the time!

Do not forsake your wife's memory as I believe she would want you to definitely get out into shop and continue to make things. She WILL be there always with you. You just have to learn to 'hear' her.

God Bless You at this time and may you find comfort in knowing she is with Him!
 
I too have no words that will confort you in this painful time but do offer my deepest sympathy to you and all those that knew her for I am sure she touched many lives. They say time heals all, well I am not sure about that but it does make life more bearable and you go on and remember all the good times you had together and this will help tremendously. Take care.
 
Casual conversation seems to have more than it's fair share of tragedy here. I'm glad that you feel comfortable enough to reach out to your fellow IAP members for comfort, and I'm sure you can see the concern and sympathy that they have for what you're dealing with. I can't imagine what this must be like to have to deal with, but I hope that knowing that you have support and people here who care and are thinking about you is at least some small amount of help right now.
 
I don't even know what to say other than you are in my thoughts! I hope you can find ways to stay positive. Think of all het wonderful times you shared! All the experiences you had because of her. Cherish those thoughts.
 
May the peace of God that passes all understanding comfort you.....

Our family chain is broken
and nothing seems the same,
but as God calls us one by one,
the Chain will link again.
 
Hi Joe, My first wife passed away from a heart attack at 47 years old. I witnessed the attack and gave her CPR. I was CPR certified for 25 years at the time. Major guilt feelings along with the loss of the most important part of my life.
I can relate to your feeling that you are having. The hardest part is in the next few months. I found that our friends no longer fit with me being single. I had to remake my life. I remember driving down the street thinking of her and thats when I was able to cry and miss her the most. Remember to morn for her in your way.
What I did was take her wedding ring diamond and had it set into gold. I then wore this on a chain around my neck.
I have since remarried and no longer wear the diamond. But I have it and the memory. My first born granddaughter is going to get the diamond for her 16th birthday.
Do something to honor her and I know that she will allow you to go forward in your life.
Gods blessing to you.
Ellis
 
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Joe,
I am sorry for your loss of your wife and your what sounds like best friend. I hope that you can continue to do things that will keep her close to you in life and memory. Be kind to yourself and allow yourself time to grieve. She sounds like she was a very creative and special person. May your memories, friends and family comfort and care for you at this difficult time. Healing is a slow process made easy when we are gentle with ourselves. You still have her love inside of you, hold it close.
 
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