This so brings back memories for me of my mum dying. It took me a long time, but in the end I came to realise that the end of a life is not the end of a relationship - he lives on in your heart and in the hearts of his family and friends.
Extremely sorry to hear of your Dad's passing-I remember your post earlier this year when you put up a picture of him working on a bike. As a cancer survivor myself-at least thus far- I could really relate. No time is good for events like that to happen, but around the Christmas Holiday it is especially poignant. My best wishes to you and your family. Pat