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Jim in NH : 6/28/2018 3:53 pm

This is the first Giants season since 1925 - i.e., the first and only Giants season - that my Dad, who brought me to my first game in 1956, won't be here to watch his team and to share the excitement.

He was one of the first, and one of the best, Giants fans ever.

Rest in peace, Dad. We will watch the G-men this year, but, man - it won't be the same.

Jim

Fred-in-Florida : 6/28/2018 3:55 pm : link

Thoughts and Prayers to you and your family.

Sorry

mrvax : 6/28/2018 3:55 pm : link

to hear this, Jim. My condolences. I wish my dad had enjoyed sports.

Sorry for your loss, Jim

jcn56 : 6/28/2018 3:56 pm : link

he'll be watching the games with you, just that he'll have a much better seat.

Jim

dune69 : 6/28/2018 4:04 pm : link

May your Dad rest in peace and your memories endure.

AcidTest : 6/28/2018 4:05 pm : link

am sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your father. RIP. God bless.

Sad.

Big Blue '56 : 6/28/2018 4:09 pm : link

My Dad took me to my first Giants game in 1956 as well

Sorry to hear that...

Dunedin81 : 6/28/2018 4:11 pm : link

prayers and best wishes. Quite a run with Big Blue.

May he R.I.P.

Marty866b : 6/28/2018 4:12 pm : link

So sorry to read of your loss.

Jim

GmeninPSL : 6/28/2018 4:16 pm : link

very sorry to read the news about your dad. God's speed to you and the family and may he rest in peace!

Sorry for your loss, Jim.

BrettNYG10 : 6/28/2018 4:17 pm : link

God Bless Jim

Chris in San Diego : 6/28/2018 4:21 pm : link

Sorry for your loss

Sunday Memories

BlueinRoch : 6/28/2018 4:27 pm : link

Sorry for your loss, losing a parent always sucks. My mother passed the love of the Giants on to me and I have found that there is no better way to remember/honor her than by watching the G-Men. Have your dad's favorite drink on hand for Sunday. Make his favorite meal on the days of big games. The Giants family is eternal.

Very sorry for your loss, Jim...

Vinny from Danbury : 6/28/2018 4:34 pm : link

May he rest in peace.

Sorry for your loss

GiantMike92 : 6/28/2018 4:42 pm : link

Your memories of him will remain with you forever, relish them

Sorry for your loss

clarkie02360 : 6/28/2018 4:49 pm : link

I have the same story except it was '62. The Giant bond formed is for life. You have my deepest sympathy.

Jim, I�m so sorry

exiled : 6/28/2018 4:51 pm : link

You�re right, the games will be a little bittersweet this year. The season after my father died was 2007. I�m not a super-spiritual person, but my dad was there with us all season. I have no doubt.

Watching the team will be good for you, help keep your relationship alive.

Meanwhile, take good care of yourself.

Condolences Jim

Dr. D : 6/28/2018 5:00 pm : link

God bless your Dad, you and your family.

Sorry for your loss

steve in ky : 6/28/2018 5:02 pm : link

Sounds like you had a great relationship with him, which it a testament to him being a good dad.

My dad took me to my first game in 1976

PatersonPlank : 6/28/2018 5:04 pm : link

And passed away right after the big playoff win against Green Bay in 2011. I would love to still watch games with him. He was born in 1929 .

My dad too in '56

Alan in Toledo : 6/28/2018 5:34 pm : link

It was the championship game as I was home from college on Christmas break.

We attended the final three '58 games too. What a show!

My dad died on Dec. 26, 1974 at age 69. I miss him still.

so special

Jay in Toronto : 6/28/2018 5:37 pm : link

that you have these precious memories.

sorry for your

MookGiants : 6/28/2018 5:38 pm : link

loss

Sad news indeed

Capt. Don : 6/28/2018 5:45 pm : link

Condolences

Sorry Jim

joeinpa : 6/28/2018 5:46 pm : link

it s tough to lose your dad

Sorry for your loss

JohnF : 6/28/2018 6:06 pm : link

It's hard now, but you'll remember the great times you had with him. Those are the memories you keep.

Sorry for your loss.

johnnyb : 6/28/2018 6:07 pm : link

I lost my father last year and feel your pain. A lot of things will never be the same, including our love for the Giants. My best to you and your family.

Sorry for your loss...

Kev in Cali : 6/28/2018 6:09 pm : link

May he rest in peace.

You have my deepest sympathies

GeorgeAdams33 : 6/28/2018 6:29 pm : link

Sad news indeed

Jim, I am so sorry for your loss...

EricJ : 6/28/2018 6:31 pm : link

I went through this 15 years ago. The first game back in Giants stadium without him was really rough.

Sorry for your loss.

Giant John : 6/28/2018 6:48 pm : link

Lost my Dad 2 years ago and here is a strange one. Big Giants fan but I brought him to his first Giants game. Not easy....

Sad. Lost my Dad right before last Giant Super Bowl.

Jimmy Googs : 6/28/2018 6:56 pm : link

I always wish I could ping him on my iPhone again and tell him what happened.

My condolences Jim...

Sorry Jim.

Britt in VA : 6/28/2018 7:51 pm : link

He's got the best seat in the house, now.

So sorry for your loss Jim

Ned In Atlanta : 6/28/2018 7:53 pm : link

Hopefully Eli, Saquon and co. give your dad something to cheer for up in heaven

so sorry for your loss

Paulie Walnuts : 6/28/2018 8:04 pm : link

Sir

Sorry for your loss

Spirit of '86 : 6/28/2018 8:11 pm : link

My Dad is why I am a Giant fan. We watched games together on channel 3 in Hartford when blacked out in NYC in the 60's and 70's.
Rest in Peace

...

christian : 6/28/2018 8:35 pm : link

I hope all the best for you and the coming season brings you joy and memories of your dad.

Sorry Jim for your loss..I grew up watching Giants games with

Blue21 : 6/28/2018 9:03 pm : link

my Dad too who's no longer with us.

Jim -just curious

mrvax : 6/28/2018 9:13 pm : link

How old was your dad?

my condolences Jim

Jints in Carolina : 6/28/2018 10:41 pm : link

We can not lose our grief

lono801 : 6/28/2018 11:40 pm : link

since our grief is bound up with our Love...

And we can not cease to mourn without being robbed of our affections....

My condolences Jim

Earl the goat : 6/28/2018 11:41 pm : link

Your dad was a Giant among Giants

Sorry for Your Loss

bt : 6/29/2018 4:00 am : link

My condolences Jim. 1926 - present is quite an impressive record. How old was your Dad? See my profile for contact. Would like to meet you to discuss your rememberances.

My sincerest

Bubba : 6/29/2018 6:52 am : link

sorrow for your loss. My dad (passed 2 years ago) brought me to Giants games since 1966. Stay strong!

dorgan : 6/29/2018 8:30 am : link

condolences to you and yours, Jim.

So sorry for your loss

Steve L : 6/29/2018 8:49 am : link

Peace and love to you and your family.

Truly sending you best wishes

GiantSteps : 6/29/2018 11:57 am : link

and for whatever it's worth, I hope future Giants games bring you comfort and happy memories, and help keep your father close in your heart.

sorrow

Simms : 6/29/2018 3:24 pm : link

So very sorry for your loss. I hope the memories you hold dear sustain you.

So Sorry

Jeffrey : 6/29/2018 6:26 pm : link

Been there too. Lost my Dad 8 years ago and my sister who contributed here at BBI on his behalf died 3 years ago. Both were vocal Giant fans dressed in Blue for every game. Her husband and I watch the games together whenever possible and still feel the room is empty without them.

RE: Jim -just curious

short lease : 6/30/2018 4:53 am : link

In comment 14002024 mrvax said:

Quote:

How old was your dad?

I was thinking the same thing mrvax.

My condolences to you and your family Jim. Cherish the memories ...

May he RIP

VinegarPeppers : 6/30/2018 1:29 pm : link

Lost my Dad 3 months after the 1986 Super Bowl victory, our first. I like the think it was a give from God that I got to enjoy that with him before he passed. We suffered for 20 years prior over the Giants.

So sorry, Jim. I too lost my dad this year.

yatqb : 6/30/2018 1:41 pm : link

Not easy.

Sorry for your loss.

NYG007 : 7/2/2018 10:06 am : link

I think about this everyday as my Dad gets older. No clue how I will watch when he is gone, let alone how you will. Pass on what he taught you as a Giants fan to your family, is all I can say to hope you feel a little better today vs yesterday.

Big Blue for life.