Hello, hope82997, and welcome to Psych Central! I'm sad to hear about your dad. I agree that his religious beliefs are sustaining him. Are you willing to consider accepting his beliefs and taking comfort that he is moving on to a better place? I'm sure he wants you to keep on with your life, and I'm sure he is very proud of you. It's hard to see our parents and others pass away. I just lost my BFF to cancer. She was 72 and I am 62. My dad died years ago.... I miss them but know that they are no longer suffering--from disease and the sadness of this world.

I agree that talking to some one can help. Meanwhile, we are here for you, too.