Saturday, January 12, 2013

James B. Laird - RIP

This is a photo of us getting ready to walk down the aisle on my wedding day 43 years ago.  I'm the one in the white.  :)


The very good looking gentleman beside me is my brother,  Dr. James Berkey Laird.   Our father died when I was 8 so Jim "gave me away".  
Like my father, Jim was a veterinarian - both graduated from K State.
Jim was 2 years younger than I was but he left us suddenly the night of January 9th.
He has journeyed on.
My animals will really miss  him and so will I.  
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29 comments:

  1. WoolenSailsJanuary 12, 2013 at 9:44 PM

    I am so sorry to hear about your brother. That is a wonderful photo to remember him by. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    Debbie

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  2. Carrie ~ Cricketwood PrimsJanuary 12, 2013 at 9:52 PM

    I am sorry to hear of your brother. Your memories will bring you comfort, my thoughts and prayers are with you today.
    Carrie

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  3. Patty ♣January 12, 2013 at 10:12 PM

    I am so sad for your brothers leaving suddenly! I pray for comfort for you and your family. You have spoken of your brother before. God be with you along this path.
    I wish you Blessings Jan. Your photo is very special and will always give you comfort.
    Patty

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  4. MonicaJanuary 12, 2013 at 10:18 PM

    I am so sorry for your family's loss.

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  5. annieJanuary 12, 2013 at 10:32 PM

    sincere regards on the loss of your brother, may the Lord give you peace and comfort.

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  6. reganJanuary 12, 2013 at 10:43 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

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  7. ClaireJanuary 13, 2013 at 1:03 AM

    So sorry to hear of your loss - sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family, God bless.

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  8. JacquelineJanuary 13, 2013 at 7:39 AM

    I am sorry for your loss. My younger brother too walked me down the aisle.

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  9. JoAnneJanuary 13, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    I'm so sorry. I cannot imagine losing a sibling. I'll be praying for you.

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  10. klkJanuary 13, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss.

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  11. laurieJanuary 13, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    Our condolences Jan.

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  12. MichelleJanuary 13, 2013 at 8:14 AM

    So sorry to hear this Jan!

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  13. cajunquilterJanuary 13, 2013 at 9:24 AM

    So sorry for your loss.

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  14. Jan PATEKJanuary 13, 2013 at 9:56 AM

    This morning Pep said
    "The world is poorer for his loss
    But much richer for having known him
    And so are we."
    I'm sure it's not original but it is very comforting.
    He's journeying on.
    Thank all of you for your thoughts and prayers.

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  15. LunedJanuary 13, 2013 at 9:56 AM

    You're in my thoughts and prayers.

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  16. Nancy in MTJanuary 13, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    My condolences to you and your family.

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  17. CJJanuary 13, 2013 at 10:57 AM

    Oh my -- I lost my sister suddenly 2 years ago. Janice was the one who taught me to sew and applique. She loved your work, as do I. I am so sorry you are having to experience the loss of a sibbling. May your wonderful memories help you through this time of loss.

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  18. KigwitJanuary 13, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.

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  19. CathyKJanuary 13, 2013 at 1:01 PM

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I feel your pain. My brother passed at 28 years of age 21 years ago. I miss him terribly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

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  20. Karens Quilts, Crows and CardinalsJanuary 13, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    So sorry to hear of your loss Jan. Jim looks like a handsome fella - I'm feeling that he had a big heart and was a great brother - - not to mention the wonderful animals that benefited from his big heart and love of his work...

    Sending blessings your way...
    Karen

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  21. The Civil War QuilterJanuary 13, 2013 at 3:17 PM

    Sorry for the loss of your dear brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the future without him. God Bless.

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  22. KristyJanuary 13, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    My sympathy to you. My sibling passed years ago and I still miss her...we shared so many memories of childhood together. Treasure the memories you have of your brother and hold them near to your heart.

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  23. Jan PATEKJanuary 13, 2013 at 9:25 PM

    It's funny how that even with the aches and pains of getting older I don't feel older. And Jim wasn't "older" either.
    Both Pep and my parents have been dead for around 15 years but we still have an aunt and uncle alive and well. They remember "Jimmy" as do Nancy and I.
    But our siblings are somehow a part of who we are - they share the same memories. And that makes their loss very hard.
    I've always tried to make my quilts include the pain as well as the happy - because together they make up life.
    It's so neat to have a quilting family as well as a biological family.
    Again, thank all of you for being part of my life.

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  24. AnnaJanuary 14, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    To lose a sibling is to look the scrapbook of the heart. I know that a person who lived the life of a vet has lots of company on the other side. hugs

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  25. lizJanuary 14, 2013 at 8:53 PM

    I'm sorry, I haven't lost any siblings, but I lost my father a few years ago. I still miss him...

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  26. JudithJanuary 15, 2013 at 1:25 PM

    How sad this must be, I wish you all the best.

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  27. CARMEN S.January 15, 2013 at 9:21 PM

    Siento mucho el dolor familiar por el que están pasando. Su hermano está ahora en brazos de Dios.
    Abrazos

    CARELI

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  28. jodyJanuary 16, 2013 at 12:29 PM

    soo sorry for the loss of your brother. thanx goodness for memories that can stay with us forever. thinking of you all...

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2013 at 6:06 PM

    Jan,
    I just read about your brother's passing and wanted to express my sympathy. I also lost a father early and it made my brothers doubly precious.

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