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After my father died, I created a simple Web page for him and mentioned it in my newsletter. Here are some of the messages I recieved from people who looked at that page. — Harley Hahn
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Date: Mon,
03 Dec 2001 09:14:08 -0500
My deepest sympathies to you and your family
at the loss of your father. I'm very sorry I
missed your call on Friday. I wish I had known
your father when he was well. I can only
conclude he must have been a kind, generous,
and honourable man to have a son who cared
about him as much as you did. Regards, George T. Monticone [George was Murray Hahn's lawyer at the "Advocacy Centre for the Elderly", in Toronto]
Date: Sun, 9 Dec 2001 22:29:18 +0200
Dear Mr. Hahn, I am very sorry for what happened on 30th November. Please accept my sincere condolences. It is very difficult to say something to motivate you in such a case. I am sure your father was a great man, and I surely will remember him, as you inherited a lot from him, and you are one of my favorite writers. Once again, please accept my condolences. Eugene.
Date: Fri, 21 Dec 2001 18:59:26 -0000
Harley: First let me just say I'm so very sorry to hear about your father. The closest person to me I have ever lost was my grandfather so, despite even now still being profoundly saddened by his death, at this point in my life I just can't imagine what it must be like to be deprived of a parent. I hope you've been able to come to terms with the shock swiftly so that you'll be able to carry on writing and helping people & basically just doing exactly what I'm sure made your father so proud of you. I remember reading that piece you wrote on your site about there being no god. Obviously I wouldn't expect (or want) you to refute your opinion in an attempt to give a purpose to your loss, but it might just be worth considering that while most popular faiths like Christianity are indeed nothing but fanciful myths & expedient codes of conduct encouraged by the Government mostly to keep the public morally righteous & under control, the concept of some kind of afterlife may be no more fantastic than life itself. I don't really know what to say in circumstances like this so I'll just leave it at that. Nothing I can say would help much but I hope you know that I do feel for you, and I'm extremely glad to have known Murray Hahn Have relaxed and pensive Christmas, --Martin
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 21:37:07 -0500
Dear Harley: I have been running around town at meetings, courses, etc., for the past few days, but I did want to let you know I read your tribute to your father on your website. I thought it was lovely. It was great to see the pictures. It is so important to remember and honour your father, and you did that both in his lifetime and after his death. Jan Goddard [Jan is the lawyer in Toronto who, at the time of Murray Hahn's death, was working on financial matters for him.]
Date: Wed, 5 Dec 2001 15:48:12 -0800 (PST)
I just happened to stumble across the message you wrote about your father and I was very moved. My grandmother died three years ago and I still find myself thinking of her on a daily basis. I completely understand your sentiments on the fact that you and your father have similar humors; in a way it becomes the ultimate gift. Good luck to you. Carmelita Marquez
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 09:45:33 -0800 (PST)
Recently my father died at the age of 91. And while his life was long and in good health I realize that in his death that he was never a happy person like your father. It makes me very envious that you had such a wonderful relationship and that he shared so much with so many different people. And while I won't have those same wonderful moments to remember I do know it will make me try a lot harder in dealing with my children and the people close to me. My deep regards, Kent Forrest
Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2001 11:17:56 -0800 (PST)
I've got a letter from you. You told me about your father's death. It's very difficult to lose people you love very much. I feel for you deeply. I've read an interesting article about your father. I like it very much. Your photo is really wonderful. One can feel you love your father and, it's quite evident, he loved you. I'm sure this event is changing you greatly. You think about many things you've never thought before, do you? You'll be upset and feel lonely for a long period of time. I know that from my own experience. I had many loses and felt disappointment. Your friends and near relations will help you in your sorrow. Besides, I think you are a man of spirit. People that love life like you really are. Life goes on. We remember everything and everybody. And a man's brain remembers the best people and things in its life. Sincerely yours, Helen.
Date: Fri, 4 Jan 2002 15:29:27 -0800 (PST)
When I came to the webpage, I saw the sad news about your dad. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Date: Sun, 16 Dec 2001 00:23:14 -0800 (PST)
hello, how are you? when i check my e-mail and understand that,your father died i was so sad... i save your father pctures with your in my computer. i ask forgiveness to bles for him. i hop you excuseme for my mistake in my text. i wish you will be successfull and happy..
Date: Sat, 15 Dec 2001 14:54:22 -0800 (PST)
Harley: I want to tell you, as a christian as I am, that you have got to feel happy very happy, and I'm sure you do, to have had such a father like him, and not got feeling sad because of his passing. He's still alive there where he is now, you can be completely sure of that, and thousands much better than while he was here on this planet, the earth. The life, the real life, after the death is a fact and is eternal. He will be waiting for you, and for all of us who believed in it: Life does exist after death and there are worlds of worlds there where beings work and live forever happpily. I think you do not believe too much. Ok Harley, my best wishes for your welfare, Rodolfo Pareja
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 06:23:11 -0800 (PST)
Dear Harlay Hahn I am very sorry to hear that you lose your father. My wife and I pray for you and your family. Yours, Seyed Hassan FatemiNia
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 19:54:11 -0800 (PST)
Harley I'm very sorry about your father. I didn't know him, but I would very much haved liked to. The world is a poorer place when it loses human beings like Murray Hahn. Steve Grbic
Date: Tue, 25 Dec 2001 18:14:02 -0800 (PST)
We just wanted to express our sympathy to you in the loss of your father. You are absolutely correct - we never have enough time with our loved ones. From what I can see from the pictures you posted it seems that you had a close friendship. I am sure you have many, many good memories which will help you along the way. Susan Eid
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 06:51:51 -0800 (PST)
I was very sorry to hear the loss of your father. reading your notice brought tears to my eyes. You were very blessed to have such a wonderful father who I know will be truly missed by many. But his spirit and humor and laughter will live on through you.
Date: Fri, 14 Dec 2001 23:21:26 -0800 (PST)
Respected sir Harley Hahn: I wish to express my heartfelt condolences regarding your loving father's unexpected death. God rest his soul. I like him much because he had given a great gift to this earth, its (you sir ) and he lives in all our hearts forever. Please keep going Sir, dedicating your works to your fathers loving memory. Please enlighten millions of people through your books. God bless you, Sir. Thanking you Upendra
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 23:22:33 -0800 (PST)
Dear Harley, I read your article about your father. I am so sorry that you lost such a friend as your father. Please, accept my deep condolences. I prey God to help you in such hard time for you. Vugar Mevlan Baku, Azerbaijan
Date: Tue, 25 Dec 2001 06:40:46 -0800 (PST)
Thanks for sharing your feelings with me. I envy (in the good sense of the word) your relationship. I did not have this bond with my own father and so delight in seeing it in others. Again, thanks for being out there and making yourself so available. I, for one, appreciate it. W.F.
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 20:58:59 -0800 (PST)
Dear HH It was sad to know about the demise of your beloved father,but as they say everyone has to go some day--rest assured your father's soul will rest in peace in heaven. Sorry for the delay in responding. I pray that GOD gives you & your family the strength to overcome all this. I will just pray for you--- Come by here o Lord come by here..
Date: Mon, 24 Dec 2001 16:03:26 -0800 (PST)
Sorry to hear of your father's death
Date: Wed, 19 Dec 2001 16:46:24 -0800 (PST)
I just wanted to write to tell you how sorry I am that your father passed away. I am certain he was a wonderful man. You have many great qualities that could have only been passed down from your parents. I hope you have a very merry christmas and a wonderful new year and know that you are in my thoughts. Brenda
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 10:43:36 -0800 (PST)
I am so sorry to Know that your father Mr Murray Hahn was died . I shar your family & you all the sad 'my friend Harley . Hamed
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 22:20:25 -0800 (PST)
Dear Mr Hahn I just wanna send you my sarrow about you'r father. I wish god bless him.... I dont disturb you any more with my bad English. But please accept it. Best regards Hilma Shahsavari, Iran
Date: Sat, 5 Jan 2002 01:01:05 EST
I love this page about your father. It is so beautiful and so well written. It brought a tear to my eyes because what you say there is so universal and I found it to be very moving. Yes, we all do know your father. I love your picture with your dad, the one taken 1998. I love that photo. You are such a special and wonderful guy. I am so glad that I know you. You are wonderful. I love the books Harley. You give such wonderful gifts to the world. Thank you for you.
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 00:55:06 -0500
Dear Harley, I was glad to finally see your newsletter start a few weeks ago. I'm so sorry you've lost your father. That was a beautiful tribute you've posted on your website, including the photos. Thanks for sharing this. You are certainly a lucky son, and he, in turn, had to be thrilled with what you've accomplished---with you. Howard
Date: Fri, 14 Dec 2001 07:50:27 -0800 (PST)
I'm sorry to hear the sorrowful news that your father passed away, from your article, I can see he was a respectable person who had enjoyed his life and brought so much happiness to the others. I never meet him, but I can feel the influences he gave to you through your works. And I think the best thing you can do to commemorate your father is to continusly bring happiness to your readers with your books. Ian Zhou
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 21:13:36 -0800 (PST)
Harley, I would like to extend my sympathy at your recent loss. Your father sounded like a very kind and sincere person (of which there are very few these days). It is always hard to lose a parent - or any member of a family - and I wish to extend my sincerest condolences. Jack
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 21:51:55 -0800 (PST)
Hello Dear Harley. I am Javad from Iran, I am the one who asked you to help and you really helped me and I never forget your kindness and charity. I was very sad when I heared your father's death. I really feel sorry. I read the explanations you have written about your dear father at your site, believe I did not know that some phrases of your book had been said by your father. May God bless his soul. Yours sincerely, Javad.
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 15:29:17 -0800 (PST)
I recall when My father died. I know how you feel. Jack Charlton
Date: Fri, 14 Dec 2001 08:36:30 -0800 (PST)
I'm sorry to hear about your father, I think though that he seems to have been a nice guy. I wish you and your family all luck. -- Jonna
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 00:49:01 -0800 (PST)
Dear sir First of all I am sorry for regrettable news about honorable father. Please accept my conolences. yours Daraei
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 18:28:39 -0800 (PST)
Hi Harley, I am sorry to hear about your father's passing, but based on what you said, he has lived a good life. Seems like he had accomplished his purpose. Keep up the good work, and your sense of humour. Best wishes, Ken
Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2001 16:48:44 -0800 (PST)
Just a short note of condolences over the passing of your father. My father died four and a half years ago only 3 months after the birth of my daughter. There is not a day goes by that I do not think of him nor a week pass without my finding him in my dreams. There will be those who will tell "this too shall pass". Don't believe them. If you were truly close, there will always be an empty place longing for his company. That is as it should be. The intense pain will pass. Have a good life.
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 07:02:23 -0800 (PST)
I understand that your father passed away. Let me offer my sincere condolences for your loss. I'm sorry that my English skills do not allow me to send a more personalized letter but please accept my sincere wishes. Sincerely, Kiriyama, Takashi
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 19:57:32 -0800 (PST)
Prof.Harley Hahn I'm terribly sad to hear this news.I have no word for a long time.As your student and Harley Hahn Net's follower,I'm deeply concerned your bit.If you have any questions,please contact with me, I will try my best to help you.I have read your article for your father_respected Mr.Murray Hahn with tears.I can feel your feelings.If you trust me,Let me share sadness with you. Yours Liuzuokui
Date: Sun, 23 Dec 2001 21:49:25 -0800 (PST)
Thanks Harley for sharing the Memorial of your Father, as well as your picture of you and the yellow cat. Happy Seasons to you, Louise Dott.
Date: Sat, 8 Dec 2001 10:42:30 -0800 (PST)
Dear Harley, I have read one of your books and have learnt Internet from you. I am so sorry about your father's death. I have learnt many things reading your book and your site and believe that one always owes to his teacher. So I think it's my duty to show my sorrow! -- Your Friend: Danyal
Date: Sun, 9 Dec 2001 01:57:22 -0800 (PST)
Dear Mr.Harley Hahn I don't know you, but I know Mr.Harley Hahn through your books. I don't know Mr.Murray Hahn, but I know he is your father. My deepest condolence.
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 06:00:10 -0800 (PST)
Harley, Diana Eid told me about the loss of your father. I just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you. It has been good to know both you and your father. Take care, Liz Gaines
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 10:47:40 -0800 (PST)
I liked your essay about your father. I often think about mine the same way & I hope my son remembers me as fondly. I am glad that I have come in contact with you and hope to continue. I have read "HH Teaches the Internet" from cover to cover & still use it as a reference. Walter
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 11:33:42 EST
Harley, I've read the web page devoted to your father. What a lovely obituary! I hope someone will say something like that about me when I die. He sounded a very nice man, and I hope he died peacefully. He was obviously much loved. I wish I could make people like me, it's a wonderful gift. Your words were very moving ...I know you're a professional writer, but I'm always struck by how well you use words. Presumably you've had the funeral now - is your mother still alive? If he was in a nursing home, it sounds as if he was on his own. Anyway, I hope you and your family are coping.
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 21:39:44 -0800 (PST)
harley: hello primery i am very sorry for yaou father excuse me that my english is bad .
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 11:45:22 -0800 (PST)
Harley, I am so srry to hear of your fathers passing. I read your story about him with a lump in my throat, for I too lost my father some years ago, and I too inherited his sense of humour, & kindness. There are some people in this world you just cannot replace, & your father is one of them. I hope you do not mourn his passing with sadness, rather, celabrate his life, and be proud that you have been priveliged to be a part of it. Sincerely, Gareth Bryant.
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 23:15:41 -0800 (PST)
Dear Harley, I deeply console your father's death.
Date: Sat, 15 Dec 2001 01:18:33 -0800 (PST)
Hi dear harley i'm so sorry to hear about your father. god bless him,and i know as you said he was a good man,he is right now in the paradise. i want god,to give you a long life to be with us,and write for us. bye4now. Farzam.
Date: Sun, 16 Dec 2001 01:30:36 -0800 (PST)
Sorry to hear your sad news, I believe that rather than dying, your father has moved on to a new place and whilst you live a part of your father will always be there to watch over and guide your footsteps.
Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2001 07:25:08 -0800 (PST)
Harley, I noticed on your website that your father passed away this year. I am sorry for your loss. I feel very fortunate that both my parents are still alive.
Date: Wed, 19 Dec 2001 16:46:24 -0800 (PST)
I just wanted to write to tell you how sorry I am that your father passed away. I am certain he was a wonderful man. You have many great qualities that could have only been passed down from your parents.
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 18:50:07 -0800 (PST)
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and pictures of your father. I send my condolescences.
Date: Sun, 9 Dec 2001 15:32:30 -0800 (PST)
I'm sorry to hear the demise of your beloved Dad. I wish to convey my deepest sympathy to your bereaved family. My thoughts are with you. Regards, Elizabeth
Date: Tue, 11 Dec 2001 13:11:21 -0800 (PST)
Sorry to read about your dad, i bet he was a great man.
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 15:33:35 -0800 (PST)
hey man ,sorry to hear about your dad.at lease you where at peace with him .chearish that bro.
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 00:45:49 -0800 (PST)
Dear Harley, Thank you for sharing. What a wonderful human being, your Dad. And, what a handsome fellow! Even in the pictures I could see the Man. I am so glad you had him and love him. The apple doesn't fall....well, you know. Bless You, Marcie
Date: Sat, 15 Dec 2001 03:15:34 -0800 (PST)
What a wonderful man he must be, I say must be and not must have been, I know he will still be with you, because the love you shared shines through in your words. I hope that you have a great christmas and new year, hold you lovely cat a little closer and I know that you will.
Date: Sat, 15 Dec 2001 13:23:55 -0800 (PST)
Harley, I'm sorry to read of your dad's passing.
Date: Sat, 8 Dec 2001 18:41:51 -0800 (PST)
Sorry to hear about your dad passing. I know how it feels. Your father lived his life to the fullest and I'm sure he helped a lot of people out with their finances. Good Luck and as time passes it gets easier. Brian Kaiser
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 16:20:38 -0800 (PST)
A memory is never loss,An experence never forgotten,a love forever remember,for life is a never ending transition in which we all continue to grow.
Date: Fri, 14 Dec 2001 06:32:33 -0800 (PST)
Dear Harley Hereby, please accept my heartiest condolences on the loss of a great man in your life. May god bless him and give you power of patience.
Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2001 05:03:14 -0800 (PST)
Hi Harley, How are you, it is me Mohamed from Egypt, I receive your mail and I'm so sorry for your father God with you Harley. Your friend from Egypt..Mohamed
Date: Wed, 19 Dec 2001 18:36:28 -0800 (PST)
Of course I don't know you, but please accept my sympathy. You must have loved him deeply to honor him as you did. I'm not very good with words, but know that my prayers are with you that you are granted peace and joy and hope during this time.
Date: Wed, 19 Dec 2001 18:36:28 -0800 (PST)
Dearest Harley, I can feel the warmth and the love you have for your father when I read your loving tribute to his memory. He must have been so proud of you. You have his special spirit. It feels good to know that someday you will share laughter with him again. Believe it. Your words about your father exude a tenderness that only the greatest of love could illustrate so beautifully...so you and I both know something this great never dies. Someone once said that the only thing you take with you when you go is the love. I believe that this is true, and oh how wonderful and comforting it is to believe in such truth. God bless. Beverly Wright
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