A Georgia Bulldog to the very end
William D. King was a Georgia Bulldogs fan his entire life. (Photo by Bill King)
We laid my Dad, William D. King, to rest in Athens’ Evergreen Memorial Park Wednesday, and it being national signing day much of my Bulldog-centric family naturally had one eye on ESPN while we got ready for the funeral at First Baptist Church.
Dad wouldn’t have minded in the least. I’ve written in the past about his devotion to the University of Georgia, and several favorite family stories of Pop involve the Dawgs. Such as how he came to stand on the sideline as a “high school prospect” when the 1942 national championship team met Alabama in Atlanta. And how he nervously ate his way through almost an entire bag of oranges as Georgia beat Auburn for the SEC title in 1959 — a tale that seemed to resonate with quite a few readers who’ve mentioned it to me over the years.
It was a burial befitting a lifelong Bulldog, and not just because of the beautiful plant bedecked with a red and black ribbon, sent by the UGA gymnastics program, on whose booster club board my brother Jon sits. We also left the Georgia “G” pin in its longtime spot in the lapel of the gray suit Pop was buried in, and at my brother Tim’s suggestion a red Georgia cap was placed by Pop’s side — in recognition of his trademark at the assisted living home that was his residence for the last three years of his life after my Mom died. Dad wore UGA’s colors proudly just about every day.
As I’m sure many of you know, it’s not easy losing a parent, even one who’s lived a full and useful life for 89 years. But Dad’s last week, spent at the wonderful St. Mary’s Hospice House in Athens surrounded by three generations of his loving family, was an incredibly uplifting experience. He knew we were there and that we loved him and were proud of him. And he told us how much he loved us. The room was full of family photos, and pinned up on the memory board by my niece Jennifer was one of Pop’s favorite red Georgia caps. We played his favorite music nonstop and at times he even tried to sing along as my daughter Olivia or my other nieces, Missy and Caroline, held his hand. He was comfortable and at peace.
As my son Bill, another of Dad’s namesakes, told the assembled mourners at First Baptist in eulogizing his beloved grandfather on Wednesday, “It was the ending he deserved. Amazing grace. How sweet the sound.”
What more can you ask for in leaving this life?
Now, for me, it’s back to writing about the Georgia Bulldogs that Pop loved so much.
Wednesday’s recruiting class perhaps didn’t rock the recruitniks’ world quite as hard as last year’s Dream Team, but it appeared to do a pretty good job of fitting the needs of the program — at least, before three misbehaving freshman got the boot Thursday.
Yeah, another offensive lineman or wide receiver would have been great, and depth might be a future issue in the secondary, but sometimes timing and momentum are what signing day buzz is all about. Had Keith Marshall, Todd Gurley and John Theus waited until the last minute to join Josh Harvey-Clemons in committing to UGA, we’d be talking about what a tremendous closer Mark Richt is, and the class Marshall has hopefully dubbed the “Ring Team” might well have been hailed along the lines of last year’s signees. As it is, ESPN still ranked it the nation’s fifth-best recruiting class.
As for this week’s dismissals from the team, I have to admit I’m more than a little disappointed that we won’t get to see whether Nick Marshall would have grown into the potential two-way star we thought he could be. But I’m proud that Richt has shown once again that, unlike some SEC coaches past and present, he acts decisively when players go too far in a way that could hurt the team. The punishment was swift and sure. The offending players are gone. Period.
I think my father, with his unwavering belief in always doing the right thing, no matter how inconvenient it is or how much it hurts, would approve.
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daslicksta
February 4th, 2012
10:12 am
A Great man, who had a lovely bride, and raised 3 fine sons…R.I.P. Mr. and Mrs. King…
31-17 Dawgs STILL Run This State!
February 4th, 2012
10:13 am
Great story Bill.
Go Dawgs! GATA!
huntdawg
February 4th, 2012
10:15 am
Bill sorry for your loss and it is true time will ease all pain. go dawgs!!
ARdawg
February 4th, 2012
10:18 am
Our condolences Bill
Bill King
February 4th, 2012
10:19 am
Thanks, Slick! And a heartfelt thank you on behalf of my entire family for the many kind thoughts and prayers offered up on Facebook and elsewhere the past couple of weeks. It meant a lot to us.
Dawg Haus
February 4th, 2012
10:21 am
Sounds like he went out exactly how he should have- surrounded by the people and things that he loved so dearly. We’re so sorry to hear of your family’s loss, Bill, but may your father always be remembered for the great man, and Dawg, that he was.
Go Dawgs!
DawginCLT
February 4th, 2012
10:23 am
as usual, your perspective is right on point. sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Sounds like he was a great man and DGD.
Go Dawgs.
Huntsville Dawg
February 4th, 2012
10:25 am
Bill, we mourn your loss, too, brother…
Love the burying him with the pin. We buried my grandfather with a UGA tie and his white chorded one ear piece radio tuned to WSB 750.
I could care less if we ever have a NC under Richt’s tenure knowing that he is a man of his word, doesn’t manipulate kids with “grey shirts” and disciplines instead of selling out to keep kids on the team. He’s my coach and I’m dang proud to have a man of his character and ethics…
Tuscaloosa can’t say that. But they don’t care who he runs over, uses and lies to as long as they get to line up at Walmart for a new shirt with a new number on it.(that’s called comprimising your values to get what you want boys…that you can’t deny)
BuzztheKiller
February 4th, 2012
10:27 am
Bill- Condolences from a Tech grad on the loss of your Dad.
GDawg
February 4th, 2012
10:35 am
Sorry for you loss Bill, and you are right on with your points we all loved what Marshall brought to the table but you can’t keep a vampire.
CARLTON POWELL
February 4th, 2012
10:40 am
Agree all of us in attendance share the joy and sadness of saying goodbye to “Big Bill” King last Wednesday. Let me say once again, what an honor it was be asked to serve as pallbearer for a man I have know since I was 4 years old. As has been well chronicled, “Big Bill” was the ultimate Bulldog fan. And I cannot forget how, even in the dark days of the Braves, he could always be found listening to Milo Hamilton describe yet another Brave loss.
And from another personal note, my father in law, Bob Harden, was an associate of “Big Bill’s” at the old C&S Bank. They played golf together at The Athens Country Club on the weekends. Bob recalls, with much joy, how “Big Bill” would carefully set the pipe he smoked aside on the tee box, then split the fairway with a tee shot of about 240 yds. It is a treasure that both my immediate and extended family is intertwined with the King’s. “Big Bill” was always “Big Bill” to me since the writer of this blog was “young Bill,” and now we have “Bill 3,” “young Bills” son, so the legacy continues. And a fine one at that.
Fridawg
February 4th, 2012
10:41 am
Thanks for sharing your dad’s story. It’s a blessing to read about your love and admiration for your father. I’m very sorry for your loss, but glad to see you back on the Blawg. We missed you!
BigDaddy
February 4th, 2012
10:41 am
Sorry for your loss. May the Dawgs win one in honor of your Dad.
JaxDawg05
February 4th, 2012
10:45 am
Great story, Bill. So glad you and your family got to enjoy the last days with your Dad.
Bill King
February 4th, 2012
10:53 am
Thanks, Carl. It really meant a lot for us that you were willing to do that for my Dad.
cnj
February 4th, 2012
10:54 am
Bill-To lose a parent who has been a faithful and good role model is so difficult. Your family is obviously strong and loving. What a blessing! I know there will be a huge hole in your heart and family as well as many rich memories. …my deepest sympathy in your loss. Your article stirred within me deep emotions and memories of my own dear father and his influence.. Thanks for sharing with your readers those precious last experiences with you dad.
Dawg Goneit
February 4th, 2012
10:58 am
You’re a good guy, Bill.
Best Wishes
SatchelBuzz
February 4th, 2012
10:59 am
Bill,….So sorry for your loss. Prayers lifted for you and your family.
59bulldawg
February 4th, 2012
11:02 am
My condolences to you and your family Bill. I wish I could say I had the privilege of meeting him.
jfmurrah
February 4th, 2012
11:05 am
Sounds like your dad created a legacy. You do a mighty fine job keeping the legacy alive by sharing these stories about UGA and your dad. You really know how to lay it out. I’m looking forward to many many years of getting fired up by the blawg.
At
February 4th, 2012
11:12 am
Bill very sorry for your loss. I lost my dad 12 years ago and it still hurts everyday. During this time depend on your family and friends now and just try to keep your head up.
LawDawg86
February 4th, 2012
11:17 am
Touching story, Bill. Sounds like you have a family of DGDs. Thanks for all you do!
Chris
February 4th, 2012
11:20 am
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Chris
February 4th, 2012
11:21 am
Prayers go out to you in your family. I’m glad he was a dawg to the end.
R.I.P.
Malinda
February 4th, 2012
11:21 am
I am sorry for your loss! Your Dad sounded like a special person!! I have the obituary from our “Oglethorpe echo” if you want me to mail it to you. Just e-mail me your mailing address. Malinda.section 104.
Dawgs97
February 4th, 2012
11:24 am
Bill, a great tribute to your dad – appreciate you sharing the story with us. It sounds as though your family honored him in the way that would have made him proud. Sounds like a DGD to me.
Regarding the dismissals, yes, ultimately we can’t have guys negatively affecting the team like that – but I don’t think it’s a stretch to say our secondary is in deep trouble this year. Any team we play with a top flight Quarterback should be able to throw on us & now covering that new 6-6 WR recruit Missouri just landed has become that much more challenging. This is tough to have happen with so much high hopes for this year.
(I think it’s safe to say we won’t be redshirting Shelden Dawson).
minnesota dawg
February 4th, 2012
11:38 am
Bill, I grieve over your loss. Lot’s of great memories that you will cherish and pass on to your children. Have you seen that new running back from NC? He’s a dog now and boy can he turn on the after burners when he get’s open. Go to espn to their college football section. Watch the video on him.
RedandBLackDAWG
February 4th, 2012
11:50 am
Bill, God bless you and your family as you go through this very sorry time in your life,
I never knew my real father, but I laid the man to rest that I considered my dad, almost 5 1/2 years ago. There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think about him. He taught me everything I needed to know to get through my early years and instilled values in me, that I was able to use though out my
life.
whatya got loren
February 4th, 2012
11:51 am
My condolences Mr. King. I’ll continue to pray for you and your family. I really appreciate your heart felt articles.
Kinda the Munson of type. God Bless and Go DAWGS!
JRW7
February 4th, 2012
12:07 pm
BILL, my thoughts and prayers to you and the KING family.
SiddyBoy
February 4th, 2012
12:10 pm
I can relate to your story Bill. Always difficult when we lose a parent but your comment “at peace” is eternal not temporal.
aarh
February 4th, 2012
12:12 pm
Sorry for your loss Mr. King. My prayers are w/ u & your family.
DC Dawg
February 4th, 2012
12:13 pm
By condolences to the King family and may Big Bill King continue to cheer on them Dawgs from heaven! Maybe he’ll have a word with the big guy and get some bounces to go Georgia’s way!
Dawg24
February 4th, 2012
12:39 pm
Bill, It sounds like a big part of your dad lives in you. Yes, I miss my dad as well. You will definitely be on my prayer list. GOD BLESS and GO DAWGS!
Joey
February 4th, 2012
12:40 pm
The title could have been used to describe my dad, also, Bill, who lived long enough to finally see another SEC Title in ‘02.
Sorry for your loss.
Dawg98
February 4th, 2012
12:47 pm
Bill, many condolensces to you and your family. God Bless!
Steve Osborne
February 4th, 2012
12:50 pm
Condolences Bill…..we will miss another great Dawg fan !!! RIP Mr.King!
anotherdawg
February 4th, 2012
1:11 pm
So sorry Bill; I lost my mom Nov 29. May God bless you and your family!
buzzDawg
February 4th, 2012
1:34 pm
Bill – Very sorry for your loss. Sounds like he was a great dad and great Dawg fan. You could not ask for much more.
DostaDawg
February 4th, 2012
1:44 pm
Bill, my prayers are with you and your family. I lost my dad on January 12th. I still have the urge to pick up the phone and call him. Take comfort in the fact that our dads are now in a better place where there is no pain or sorrow, only the love of our savior, Jesus.
Dawgdad (The Original)
February 4th, 2012
1:44 pm
Bill, sorry about losing your father, we need more Bulldogs in this state, but I guess Heaven needs a few as well. I’m sure Larry was up there giving him the picture.
jj
February 4th, 2012
2:20 pm
Sorry for the loss Bill. Just remember Dawg fans don’t really die, they just move
up to better seats.
DawginTX
February 4th, 2012
2:44 pm
Bill, what a beautiful column and a great way to honor your dad. Condolences to you and the entire King family.
Dawg4Life
February 4th, 2012
3:51 pm
My condolences Bill. I too lost my Dad three weeks ago, he was 82. I understand and know what you are going through. Lets hope we have our discipline problems over for the year. I have been real impressed with how Keith Marshall has carried himself in the interviews to date. Go Dawgs lets hunker down in 2012!!!
teewest
February 4th, 2012
3:51 pm
Bill my esteemed feline sidekick Clyde Boogie and myself self give you andyour Dad a hearty salute!!!! As we are faithful readers of your blog.
dawggirl
February 4th, 2012
3:56 pm
Bill, I am so sorry for your loss. This was a wonderful tribute column to your dad, and may your memories comfort you and be for blessing. A true Dawg fan, he certainly was that.
SSIgator
February 4th, 2012
4:06 pm
Bill, I Know the feeling all too well. It is never easy losing one that you love, especially if that person is a parent. It certainly puts all of this college football rah-rah in perspective with life. Like a priest once told me, from the minute we are born, we begin the process of coming to the end of our lives. All one can hope for is that they are ready for that day when it arrives. On a side note, if that is you in the background of that picture, you might want to consider cutting back on the fried food and deserts. Your sons will thank you for it.
ATL_AU_FAN
February 4th, 2012
4:45 pm
Bill — So very sorry for this loss to you and your family. While we may always be on opposing sides when it comes to our respective favorite teams, I nonetheless offer thoughts and prayers during this time. A very nice article of which your dad, I’m sure, would be proud.
Jacket99
February 4th, 2012
4:53 pm
My condolences, Bill. Very sorry for your loss.
mlee
February 4th, 2012
4:57 pm
Bill – I was touched by your story. I hope happy memories of your dad will sustain you! Go Dawgs!!
Scott
February 4th, 2012
4:59 pm
Thanks for sharing Bill. I’ll remember your family in my prayers tonight. As always… Go Dawgs!
Jacket in badger state
February 4th, 2012
5:01 pm
Bill, as a Tech grad, I rarely agree with your views on sports in Georgia, but all that can be put aside for a bit to express to you and your family my sincere condolences on the death of your father. May he rest in peace.
SatillaDawg
February 4th, 2012
5:04 pm
God Bless your Dad, Bill…and God Bless your family.
A life well lived, and a Dawg to the end.
Macclenny_dawg
February 4th, 2012
5:11 pm
God bless u and your family Bill!!! Keep talking Dawgs and your father will looking down on u smiling!!! Go Dawgs!!!
PDawg
February 4th, 2012
5:13 pm
Great article Bill
Glad your family had the opportunity to give your father a deserving send off as you gathered around and enjoyed his company
keep up the family tradition in loving and writing about our beloved DAWGS!
Alabamadawg
February 4th, 2012
6:10 pm
I am so sorry for your loss Bill. My dad will turn 86 years young this year. I dread going through what you and your family have gone through. My dad is and has been my best friend. You and your family are in my prayers.
flatsdawg1
February 4th, 2012
6:28 pm
Bill, sorry for your loss of your dad. You two shared a love for the Dawgs that endured. I myself have nothing in common with my dad and our relationship suffers because of that, reading this article has opened my eyes to alot of things.
Dawgs1965
February 4th, 2012
6:42 pm
Sorry for your loss, Bill. It sounds like you have a wonderful family who sent your dad out in the best possible way.
Clelldawgdmd
February 4th, 2012
7:11 pm
Buried my Daddy in 1997. Think about him every day. My son, 12, often asks about Daddy. Did we (Daddy and I) do the same things that we are doing (son and I)? You bet!!! My Dad is why I am a Bulldog. Class of ‘91, B.S. I am proud to wear the G. I miss my Daddy–Phd ‘63.
I enjoyed your article.
Wet Willie...keep on smiling
February 4th, 2012
7:21 pm
Sorry for your loss Mr Bill. Just remember his smile and the all things good. Parents go before the chillin to show the way with class.
Old65dawg
February 4th, 2012
7:35 pm
The King family is all class. You have my deepest sympathies. My Dad was a Dog fan from hs UGA fan days in the 1930s
DS_GT91
February 4th, 2012
7:36 pm
Mr. King, my condolences to your family on your loss.
Joey
February 4th, 2012
7:40 pm
Sorry for your loss Bill. Great story. My dad was the reason for my love of the Dawgs. Lost him in 09. It never gets easier. Praying for you and your family. Phillipians 4:13.
Integrity
February 4th, 2012
7:52 pm
Bill, my condolences to you and your family. I know how it hurts to lose a dad as well. By the way you describe your father, it sounds like he will continue to look down on Sanford Stadium from the best sky box seat available, high above in heaven! God bless you!
bitter dawgs fan
February 4th, 2012
8:12 pm
your dad sounds like a darn good dawg—————–best of luck king family
Firedawg
February 4th, 2012
8:13 pm
Bill, sorry for your loss, I bet your dad is still standing up and saying GO DAWGS!!!!!!!!!!!! with a big smile on his face!!
HOUDAWG
February 4th, 2012
8:14 pm
Condolences & prayers lifted for you and your family ………
casdawg
February 4th, 2012
8:18 pm
Dear Bill…read your article with tears streaming down my face. Thinking about my own beloved father and his great love of the dawgs. I pray for you all and feel a great sense of connection with so, so many great people who have posted this day. I LOVE YOUR BLOG and read it faithfully. No doubt, your daddy was hugely proud of you. Thanks for sharing so vulnerably. You are a good man and it is clear that the apple didn’t fall far from the tree. God bless your family. May God bless your great Dad.
Big Jacket
February 4th, 2012
8:21 pm
Sounds like the King family was blessed to have him.
Lilburn Dawg
February 4th, 2012
8:34 pm
Bill, sorry for your loss as I know the pain. But just think of the enjoyment and fun that your dad, Erk Russell, Larry Munson, Lewis Grizzard, a number of former UGA players, and a number of our former UGA mascots will have next season all sitting together while tailgating in heaven and watching the games!! It’ll be a blast!!
RedandBlack
February 4th, 2012
8:43 pm
All the best to you and yours. Our thought and prayers are with you and your family. Go Dogs!!
Steve
February 4th, 2012
8:44 pm
Bill,
I’m terribly sorry for your loss. And I wish i had had a chance to tender to your Dad thanks for fathering you, a man that has given this Bulldog so many hours of pleasure and knowledge reading your pieces.
FDawg
February 4th, 2012
9:12 pm
Bill, may God bless you and your family in this most difficult time. Go Dawgs!
I-DOG
February 4th, 2012
9:26 pm
Bill,
Deepest Sympthy for your loss. Losing a parent is never easy, but it sounds like he had a terrific life and plenty to be pround of.
Bigdsel
February 4th, 2012
9:29 pm
Sorry for your loss Bill.
Dr. Morpheus
February 4th, 2012
9:42 pm
I had the same uplifting experience when my Dad passed away on Christmas Eve 2006. Far from leaving Christmas with a bitter taste, my Mom, sisters and all of our spouses and children were able to share in the memories of his long and fruitful life. It’s the unfolding of a great story and the way we may all hope to punctuate the last paragraph in our final chapter. All the best to you and your family, Bill.
Sharkman
February 4th, 2012
9:46 pm
Sorry for your loss Bill. Go DAWGS!
Billdawg
February 4th, 2012
9:47 pm
Very sorry for your and UGA’s loss. However, when I go, would like for it to be under a similar environment; family, UGA tradition, and the memories of a great Bulldog life. I always liked the epitaph “Bulldog born and Bulldog bred, and when I die Ill be Bulldog dead.” God bless you and your family and give you peace.
Go Dawgs!!
Beast from the East
February 4th, 2012
10:03 pm
Sorry for your loss, Bill.
Lowcountry Bulldawg
February 4th, 2012
10:13 pm
So moved by the great tribute to your father. I am sure you know how proud he must have been of you for growing up to be a fine man. Once more he is reunited with his lovely wife and your mother. If any comfort can be found in your lose know that your parents are once again reunited. My heartfelt condolences do go out to you and your family. Go Dawgs!
Whopper Dawg
February 4th, 2012
11:56 pm
Bill, my sincere condolences. Treasure the time you had with your father. God gave you quite a gift.
Whopper
78Dawg
February 5th, 2012
12:06 am
RIP..Mr. King,,,,Hopefully those who put the G on their head will be like you…
boykin
February 5th, 2012
1:20 am
Thought are with you and your family, Bill.
65dawg
February 5th, 2012
6:53 am
Bill, This DAWG laid his dad to rest a little over 5 years ago, with a similar but different twist. We buried him wearing his favorite Georgia Tech tie, with his favorite GT hat, and with GT magnets on the hearse, as we took him by Grant Field on the way to the cemetary. I still think of calling him every day, but the pain of losing does get easier. God bless you and your family!
Alabama Jack
February 5th, 2012
6:55 am
I usually don’t even bother reading your column, but you have my deepest sympathy for your loss.
toptencane
February 5th, 2012
7:51 am
Bill it always hurts to lose your dad, but time will heal the hurt. Always enjoy your column and go dogs.
winderdawg
February 5th, 2012
7:55 am
Sorry for your loss Bill. I lost my father 6 years ago (former Dawg circa 1945). You never forget your Father you just learn to live with the memory of great times.
God Bless you and your family!
13-1
February 5th, 2012
8:03 am
Bill King, I am very sorry for the great loss of a great man to you sir. I am sure that you recall every moment forever, together, and there is much there forever for all of you, Bill.
Spike
February 5th, 2012
8:49 am
We are sorry for your loss, Bill. Keep the faith. Your memories will comfort you and your family.
Roger
February 5th, 2012
9:00 am
God bless you and your family….love your Blawg…I hope the coming months are easy..
SC Dog fan
February 5th, 2012
9:43 am
Well said, Mr. King. Thoughts and prayers for your family.
BromoDawg
February 5th, 2012
9:52 am
Bill,
What a wonderful tribute to your father…I enjoy reading your articles, and I bet your Dad was immensely proud. Take comfort in the good times. I lost my mother 17 years ago today and with time it eases the pain as a “new normal” comes to be. My sincere condolences to you and your family…You’re one great Dawg! My thoughts and prayers!
Old Blind Dawg
February 5th, 2012
10:11 am
Very sorry for your loss Bill.
Thank you for sharing your story.
Old Dawg
February 5th, 2012
10:59 am
Sorry to hear about your loss, Bill. Your dad is now and ever shall be a damn good Dawg!
AlaskaDawg
February 5th, 2012
11:14 am
Bill, you have showed great class in your writing of this article at such a devastating time in your life. I am sorry for your loss. Your columns have, through the years, shown how much you loved your dead. May God be with you in your time of need. Go Dawgs!!!
Radly Dawg
February 5th, 2012
1:24 pm
Hey Bill,
Man what a blessing to have had such a beautiful relationship(s)…that in turn, enabled you to write such an honest, open, and loving article…and at such a difficult time. God bless you…you and your/family, and your Dad are true Bulldogs! All sound like…”dyed in the wool” brothers…. Red and Black! God bless you all. Your Dad will live on in all of the wonderful memories you all created. Keep carrying that banner for the Red and Black…and Mr. King Sr. will always be alive and well in the hearts of those who were blessed to have been a part of his life! Goooo Dawgs!!
Radly Dawg
Metter
Vinings Dawg
February 5th, 2012
2:10 pm
DGD! Our thoughts are with you and your family Bill.
Manila dog
February 5th, 2012
7:22 pm
Bill,
Great tribute to a great man, not because he was a great dog fan but because he was a great dad. I pray that you, and all of us who call ourselves ardent fans, remember our priorities to our spouses and to our children first so that we can leave a legacy like your father has. May our Lord bless you and all who are grieving now the loss of Bill King Sr.
It is always good to hear things about Athens like his service at First Baptist. We last lived in Athens in 1980 and I have fond memories of our church, Prince Avenue Baptist, where my wife and I were both transformed by the love of Jesus and have tried to serve Him ever since. God bless you and your family!
GulfShoresDawg
February 6th, 2012
6:26 am
Condolences to the King family…Go Dawgs!
ga gator
February 6th, 2012
10:24 am
I am sure it feels good knowing that someday you will see him again Bill. I am sure you miss him though and sorry for your loss.
old dog
February 6th, 2012
10:49 am
Sorry for the loss; my Pop ain’t in the best of health and your grace and approach have begun to help prepare me for the inevitable. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Braves_and_Dawgs Blood
February 6th, 2012
11:32 am
Bill- Sorry for your loss. I can relate. But it appears you have the best thing a son can have when losing a father: Great memories. DGD! Thanks for the article and Go Dawgs!
macrotech
February 6th, 2012
1:18 pm
Sorry for your loss, but thankful to hear that your father was able to go out as many might hope to! Blessings to you and your family as you celebrate the many memories that you’ve been generous enough to share with all your readers, UGA fans and others! As a Tech fan, I submit that your Dad was a Damn Good Dawg!
DawgInaTruck
February 6th, 2012
1:26 pm
Very sorry to hear of your loss; the sadness is ours becuse we don’t want to say goodbye. It is not the end, though, it is only the beginning of a life in a perfect place for your Father. My condolences to you and your family. May your faith sustain you during this time of loss.
LawDawg
February 6th, 2012
1:57 pm
Condolences to your and your family. These things are never easy, but it seems like you all made the best of it, and that is all anyone can really do when the time comes.
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RxDawg
February 6th, 2012
3:39 pm
Best wishes for you and your family Bill. I’m truly sorry you lost your father. It’s a day none of us look foward to.
blazerdawg
February 6th, 2012
7:33 pm
Eloquent telling, Bill. Condolences to you and your family. DGD!
RED DOG 77
February 7th, 2012
12:57 am
@Bill King………I tried to offer my condolences, which I do, but I’m either blocked because of past disagreements…….or something is wrong with your site recieving posts……….At any rate, peace be with you my BULLDOG “brother”…………and may GOD hold your family tight to his bossom during your time of grief………………With my Simpathy, RED
Captain Allen Waters
February 7th, 2012
2:39 am
Certainly can identify with you and your family because we just had our Dad pass on Jan 10, 2012. We went on a family cruise in Nov 2010 to celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary. He was 85 and had been married to Mom for 61 years…..and I had come home from India for vacation and emplolyment visa renewal just before Christmas.
Praise the good lord!
DAWGSGuy
February 7th, 2012
5:07 am
Bill, dad is now has a new hero, Jesus Christ. Not a care in eternity, but worshiping our Savior.
Mr. Dawg
February 7th, 2012
8:43 am
Peace be with your Dad, you and your family Bill. Go Dawgs.
WDE
February 7th, 2012
9:08 am
Bill my family’s condolences to you and your family. May your faith sustain you during this time of loss.
Biggus Canis
February 7th, 2012
9:16 am
Here is to Big Bill………..an epic DGD. Keep him alive in your stories…..some high quality stuff my friend. As a compliment, your stories remind me of much of Bisher’s work! I am sure he appreciated being surrounded by loved ones in his last days. Love is the greatest gift on can gift someone else…..sounds like he gots lots of great gifts! Go DAWGS!
zbulldawg
February 7th, 2012
9:40 am
My daughter in law was asking whats the deal about UGA football ? While at my house at Xmas ! I reached over and picked up a picture of my uncle & great uncle standing together and said 1 2 then myself 3 then my sons 4 then the grandson 5 generations & counting !! It’s just something you grow up with like cornbread dressing , brown sugar ham, new born babies & birthdays !! It’s just a way of life & it’s entertianing too ! Pride is something to be proud of AND that’s all I have to say about that !!
Kenneth Smith
February 7th, 2012
3:25 pm
Great man to talk with. I remember talking to him one night at a late game. He were in the student center and his family were headed into the game. RIP I enjoyed those few minutes
Jaw Jaw Koolaid
February 7th, 2012
7:18 pm
Rest in Peace old friend, and tell the Bear and God Roll Freakin Tide.
RED DOG 77
February 8th, 2012
12:42 am
@JawJaw Koolaid…………Can’t happpen, The “Bear” went south, but he and Saban can keep each other company.
RED DOG 77
February 8th, 2012
12:44 am
Oh yea, you can add Patrino to that group too
Hy Ronatt
February 8th, 2012
7:22 am
Looks like he was SAUCED like No-show.