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Old 6 March 2013, 11:34 PM   #1
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We lost real Rolex lover today.

My dad died yesterday he was 90 yoa . He was in ww2 serving in U.S navy on the aircraft carrier USS Bunker Hill. He told me that some pilots on the ship were waring rolexes which he never herd about before. He had a very high regard for the pilots for the skill and bravery .My dad was in the engine room because his trade was a tool and die maker. He told him self one day I'm going to get one of those watches. It took him 30 years but he bought a Yg DD that he loved had it on for the next 30 years never leaving his wrist. He gave to me it last fathers day. Miss you dad you were the best! Your son George
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:35 PM   #2
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My sincerest condolences. Glad he lived a long and full life. May he rest in peaxe
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:35 PM   #3
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:36 PM   #4
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My sincerest condolences on the loss of your father.
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:39 PM   #5
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:41 PM   #6
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So Sorry. I am so happy he did get to enjoy a Rolex. (things we take for granted).
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:42 PM   #7
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:43 PM   #8
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So sorry tho hear and my sincerest sympathies. The entire world owes so much to our WWII Veterans as they fought bravely and sacrificed so much.

May you wear your DD with pride and always think of your Dad when you glance at the time.
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:44 PM   #9
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you'll see him again :)
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:45 PM   #10
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sounds like he lived an amazing life. you are blessed.
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:46 PM   #11
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I'm very sorry for your loss.
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:46 PM   #12
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Sorry for your loss, hope your fathers watch brings nothing but good memories.
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:46 PM   #13
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My condolences to you and your family.

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Old 6 March 2013, 11:47 PM   #14
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Condolence...90 years of age, is already an achievement. My grandfather is already 89. and everyday we are with him, is added bonus.
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:48 PM   #15
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Thanks for sharing your Dad's story. It sounds like he was an amazing man. I extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:50 PM   #16
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sympathies, enjoy the DD and good memories I am sure it brings
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:51 PM   #17
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Sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest condolences to you.
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:55 PM   #18
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Old 6 March 2013, 11:56 PM   #19
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Sounds like he enjoyed a life full of experiences and wonderful family. You can't get any better than that. Sorry to hear of your loss.
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:10 AM   #20
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Be brave...your dad will be missed.
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:12 AM   #21
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:18 AM   #22
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:24 AM   #23
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Sorry to hear your Dad passed. I have a new respect for the sailors, after spending a weekend on the USS Lexington with the Cub Scouts. Your Dad was better equipped to appreciate the fine machine he wore on his wrist than most of us.

Remember him fondly, every time you look at his Rolex.
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:25 AM   #24
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Sorry to hear about your dad. Sounds like a great guy. My condolences to you and your family.
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:27 AM   #25
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Sincere condolences ..... A debt of gratitude all of us this side of the pond can never repay to your father and all those brave guys who served with him......
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:33 AM   #26
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:36 AM   #27
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Your father was a patriot. Prayers to your family.
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:46 AM   #28
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Sorry for your loss, please accept my family's sincerest condolences.
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:49 AM   #29
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Your Father as was mine was a member of the greatest generation. Sorry for your loss. I am so happy that he got to enjoy his gold Rolex for so long.
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:50 AM   #30
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My sincerest condolences to you and your family. You now have that Rolex to connect your memories to your father whenever you look at it, and you in-turn can pass it to your next generation.
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