Michael A. Emerson shared a story about Robert Troup

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In Memory of

Robert S.
Troup

1931 - 2015

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Brookings-Smith
133 Center Street
Bangor, Maine
UNITED STATES
04401

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My Father

My brother Bruce, my sister Catherine and myself were separated from Robert at a very young age through divorce. We did not contact him until about 10 or so years ago. After a short while of talking with him I felt an instant bond. We were able to make 2 or 3 trips out that way. He got to meet all 3 of his children, 2 of his grandchildren and 3 of his great granddaughters.

When we first met it was like two strangers meeting for the first time. I found my father to be a very likeable man. He has a very big heart and a great sense of humor. I found we both like a good laugh. We both like to fish and hunt. We like to eat seafood!

In between visits we would keep caught up on our families both here and out there. He would update me on "Momma Gloria" and my new family out in Maine! They are a great bunch of people. I was excepted by all them. Dad would give me up dates on all achievements, sportings events and new births and then he'd want to be updated on us 3.

I wish we could have had more time together. I wish I could have known him when he was younger. But that's life! I am so grateful for the time Dad and I did have together. It hurts and I miss him. But I know he's in a better place. He doesn't hurt anymore. He's watching down on all of us! He's probably scouting out the good places to fish and hunt. The next thunderstrom that rolls through I'll be thinking that Dad set himself up a bowling alley!

I wish I could have been out there to be with you now. Unfortunately, life again, and I am not able. I plan on making a trip out when I can to see you all.

My heart goes out to all of my Maine family. I know Dad loved you all! So do I. A BIG thank-you to Vickie for keeping me informed.

Posted by Michael A. Emerson

Monday June 29, 2015 at 7:20 pm