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Photographer stingRay pt.4 .  stingRay pt.4 . {Karma:250401}
Project #3 The Intimate Portrait Camera Model Canon EOS 30D
Categories Portrait
Film Format Digital RAW
Portfolio portraits
family
Lens Canon 50mm f1.4
Uploaded 3/1/2014 Film / Memory Type Digital
    ISO / Film Speed 800
Views 1241 Shutter 1/30
Favorites Aperture f/2.0
Critiques 35 Rating Critique Only Image
Location City -  Kew
State -  SURREY
Country - United Kingdom   United Kingdom
About My darling little brother passed peacefully away on Friday 28th February 2014 aged 65. His death follows a long seven years with an incurable and non treatable neurological condition. He was fully aware of his condition throughout that time and as myself and my family witnessed him losing the ability to do anything for himself he remained brave, strong and uncomplaining. His gradually dying brain prevented him from writing, reading, washing, dressing and feeding himself in the earlier years. He then lost the ability to walk and talk a few years ago and in the last year or so was unable to communicate. His life had no meaning and still he remained in a good frame of mind.
I spent the last six days of his life by his nursing home bedside, day and night until he passed. I was happy for Ian, very happy that he was at last at peace but oh so sad for myself and my family. A complete mix of extreme emotions. He was a wonderful brother and human being and I was privileged to have him in my life.

This is the second death in my family within a few weeks. The first was not a direct relation but one via my wife.

Comment on the portrait if you like the shot, it was taken approximately seven years ago at the start of his condition and the original post is on page 3 in my portfolio.
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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 12/12/2015
Hi there Doyle, thank you for your thoughtful comment. Even although time has inevitably marched on I still think of Ian every day. A piece of music or a certain memory clicks into place and eyes become wet.

Hope you are all keeping well my friend and, who knows I might start posting again on day.

Be happy be lucky. Best wishes always......Ray

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Doyle D. Chastain Doyle D. Chastain   {K:101119} 11/29/2015
Our heartfelt condolences...

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 4/11/2014
Ah Mary, thank you so much for your thoughtful and understanding comment sweetie. I promised Ian I would be with him right to the end and I held his hand as he passed.

I will come back to the site at some point when my cluttered brain regains it's get up and go. I send you a big HUG and my very best wishes.

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Mary Brown   {K:71879} 4/10/2014
Ray, I am so sorry for your loss. Although your brother could not communicate at the end, I am sure he understood and appreciated your presence and your love.
Now, give yourself some time to rest. Hopefully, your memories of happy times with Ian will, in time, replace your sadness.

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/25/2014
Thank you Nigel for your thoughtfulness, I'll be back on site quite soon now. Best wishes to you.

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Nigel Watts.   {K:5237} 3/25/2014
Very sorry for your loss ,my condolences
Nigel

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/24/2014
Thank you Barbara for being so thoughtful. Just of late another situation has arisen in my life so my return to the site will take a little longer. I will be back and soon I hope. Very best wishes to you.

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Barbara Socor   {K:13559} 3/24/2014
I do like the shot, Ray. It is a strong portrait that communicates thoughtfulness and tenderness...I am so very sorry for this terrible loss. My thoughts too are with you...

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/19/2014
Thank you for your thoughts Adam. Ian's funeral was on Monday, a lovely service. I'll come back to the site soon.Bless you my friend.

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/19/2014
Thank you so much Rafi for your thoughts. I too feel sad for your own loss my friend. We said our final goodbyes to Ian on Monday. I will return to the site soon. Bless you Rafi.

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Dr. Rafael Springmann Dr. Rafael Springmann   {K:89517} 3/19/2014
I'm so sorry to read this, Ray. Losing a brother in these circumstance, any circumstances realy, is so tragic. He looked very much like you, so that until reading this sad news I thought it was a self-portrait. I lost my Rachel three years ago now, after 2-3 years of lung-cancer, I know the feeling.
May he, indeed, sleep peacefully.
Sorry and sad with you,
Rafi

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Adam Orzechowski Adam Orzechowski   {K:2988} 3/19/2014
SORRY RAY. WE ARE WITH YOU !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
AdamO

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/15/2014
Thank you so much Sheldon, we say our final goodbyes to Ian on Monday. I will return to commenting again soon but I am not sure when I will post again. Bless you for your thoughtful comment.

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Sheldon Katz   {K:-287} 3/15/2014
Very, very sorry for your loss. Your photo is wonderful. The eyes are so compelling.

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/15/2014
Thank you so much my dear Pare. Bless you.

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Salvador Marķa Lozada   {K:69375} 3/9/2014
In any case you must know that we are missing you
very much...!!
Hugs,

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parehan .K parehan .K   {K:27453} 3/9/2014
I'm so very sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences to you my dearest freind and your family! God bless you all!

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/9/2014
Thank you again Salvador, I will come back one day but at present I cannot face anything like this. Take care of yourself my dear friend. Very best wishes.

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Salvador Marķa Lozada   {K:69375} 3/5/2014
I was and I am deeply moved for the lost of your brother and the profound effect in your soul.
I have pray for his eternal rest.
We are missing you.
Be with us again.
Hugs,

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/5/2014
Ah my dear Roby, thank you for your kind words. He was a wonderful brother and friend and he will be remembered always with much love and affection. I will come back to the site soon. Best wishes to you my friend.

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/5/2014
Thank you for your beautiful words Ali, I really appreciate them. I will come back soon my friend. Very best wishes to you.

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/5/2014
Thank you so much Darryl, I appreciate your thoughtfulness. I am taking a short break but I will be back soon. Very best wishes to you my friend.

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/5/2014
Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness Riny. I will bounce back soon my dear friend. My very best wishes to you as always.

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/5/2014
Thank you so much Salvador for your thoughtfulness. He was a great brother and friend. I will catch up with you soon my friend. My very best wishes to you as always.

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/5/2014
Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness Breda. I will catch up with you soon my friend. Very best wishes to you.

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/5/2014
Thank you so much Gary, he was a wonderful guy. Catch up soon, best wishes to you.

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stingRay pt.4 . stingRay pt.4 .   {K:250401} 3/5/2014
Thank you so much Saad for your thoughts. Best wishes to you.

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Saad Salem Saad Salem   {K:89003} 3/4/2014
All my best sincere condolences to you ,his family ,friends,and lovers .
I do not know neither you ,nor of him ,but I know that you are honest in your talk ,and what I should say and stress on is that ,No matter what he was ,no matter what place he would go to ,and no matter how his life was,but if he was a Human Being ,then I am sad enough and greatly sorry because I know this species is going extinct ,and this species now have one less Human Being .

It is the greatest loss to loose one .

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Gary Lewis   {K:90} 3/2/2014
My condolences on your loss. It is good that you captured this image of him when you did. He looks introspective and at peace. It is a nice portrait and memory.

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Breda Kroselj   {K:7121} 3/2/2014
Dear Ray, I'm very sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences to you and your family! Rest in peace and God bless you all!

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Salvador Marķa Lozada   {K:69375} 3/2/2014
Dear friend:
Let me tell my feelling with the words in Latin that I learn in my boyhood:
REQUIESCAT IN PACE ET LUX PERPETUA LUCEAT EI.
A sincere, strong hug,

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Riny Koopman Riny Koopman   {K:102911} 3/2/2014
Very sorry for your loss dear Ray. Try to remember your brother in his happiest moments.Hopefully my prayers and those of the others here will help you find a way through this time,Wishing you peace and comfort during this very difficult time.

Riny

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Darryl  Barclay Darryl  Barclay   {K:6818} 3/1/2014
Ray, This is a wonderful portrait to remember Ian by. I am so sorry about your famliy and your loss. I really appreciate Ali's coments, they are beautifuly expressed. I join Ali, Roberto, and your many friends here on imageopolis in sending your our love and remembering you in our prayers and thoughts. Darryl

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Ali  Alkatib   {K:2684} 3/1/2014
I'm deeply sorry to hear about the death of your brother Ian.
Please accept my sincere sympathy and heartfelt condolences, I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. Wishing you and your family strength and peace.

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Roberto Arcari Farinetti Roberto Arcari Farinetti   {K:209486} 3/1/2014
Ray on my God,
:(
I am speechless.
I believe that in these situations it is better to know that you are near to you.
words are not necessary, but the heart and a big hug.
remember him and love him forever
roby

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