My father died In 1970 when I was 20 years old. Took me many years to come to grips with his early death. I wrote this article 29 years later for a father's day memory contest and and doing so helped me remember him as the special dad he was. I was lucky to have him as a father if only for a short time.

Thanks for sharing that.
Had my Dad way longer than most, but still miss him terribly.

Very nice.A part of me died with my father.There is a empty spot in my heart that will never ever be replaced.

My dad died in 2003. I think about him frequently especially all the times we spent in the outdoors. He was 85 when he passed so I was fortunate to have him all those years

Thanks, Walt! My Dad taught me a lot! Every time I see a rabbit I remember being up in the woods with "Beagle Fritz".

Moosetrot

My dad die in 1970 I was 11yrs old still miss him Happy father day.

Very nice

I fished my Dad's favorite trout spot this morning.
He's been gone 9 years now, but I could feel him with every trout that I hooked

Nicely written tribute.

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Wonderful way to honor your father. My dad was recently diagnosed with terminal cancer, I cherish every moment I have with him. Eric

Great article, lost mine in 2021, he was awesome!

Thanks everyone for the nice replies. Hope everyone had a great father's day. I spent some time with my son and grandson today.
Pics below are of my dad from the 50's. He got me into archery at a very young age.



He was one of the earliest members of the Eau Claire Archers.

Awesome tribute to your dad.

My dad died in January of 2000. Still think of him every time I'm in the woods or on the water.

Great story Walt. I lost my dad in 1993. I miss him all the time and know he's with me on my trapping, fishing and hunting expeditions.

Prayers sent your way Eric. Hope you can spend a few more with your father.

They are always guiding us Lance. I have great memories of your dad and I learned much from him about trapping.

Great write up Walt. Dads are sure special people.