The Last Words of a Father: A Final Catchphrase
In a heartwarming and bittersweet moment, Susannah Clark Matt shares the last words her father spoke to her before passing away. As she brought him a Coke on his deathbed, he uttered, “I’ll gladly pay you Tuesday for a Coke today.” Initially thinking it was gibberish, Susannah later realized he was referencing Wimpy’s catchphrase from the “Popeye” cartoon.
In his final days, her father continued to share one-liners, from requesting a winning lottery ticket to wanting to see Bob Dylan. Though he didn’t make it to Tuesday, his debt had been repaid in a touching and humorous way. This story serves as a reminder of the power of humor and love, even in the face of loss.