Truly Sorry to hear about your Dad. In my opinion anyone can father a child but it takes someone special to be known as "Dad". Don't give up hope, but make sure to spend as much quality time as you can together. My own experience with my Grandparents and Mother in law having been taken by cancer and heart conditions, as well as my Dad and older Brother both dealing with strokes about 1 year ago. I hated seeing both Grandparents and mother in law spending most of their remaining time in hospital beds looking as if that was all that was left to them. So even though I live in a different state I decided that my Dad and Brother would get out and enjoy what nature and life has to offer. They both seem to be happier and more content with themselves and others. So our prayers and strength go out to you all.