She was 91. Had been living with heart failure and bad kidneys for many years. She recently had gotten out of the hospital where she was being treated for an infection, and was at a rehab / nursing home to regain strength before going back home this coming Tuesday. Got a call at 5AM Wed from the care center. Apparently, she had gotten back in bed after using the biffy, called the nurse for an extra pillow and some water. As she was drinking the water she just went limp while the nurse was standing there. So, I am grateful she went quietly and was not alone. Our biggest fear was her being alone at home and one of us finding her during one of our daily stops at the house to check in with her. She was still sharp as a tack mentally. The staff at the care center had nicknamed her Miss Feisty which she relished. :laugh: You know, even though I have many loved ones in my life, there is an odd sense of loneliness that comes over you when both parents are gone. God bless her.
Dale sorry to see this. I am coming up on 4 years since I lost my Mom:ball: .I lost a Great friend that day. I know what you mean by a great feeling of loneliness. Just remember you have a lot of friends here on the board when you need us. Take care and know we will be praying for you and your family
Sorry to hear this, and I feel your pain, Dale. Lost my widowed mother in August last year and it's still unnerving. Time with friends and family helped me tremendously, hope it helps you too. Devon
dale sorry for your loss. Be gald for the eyasr you had. I lost my birth mother after seeing her only 1 time. I was a foster child and my family got together after 38 years of being apart. Mom died 4 months later
Dale, Prayers sent for your family. I lost my Dad 6 months ago and I still wait for him to call me like he did every day. Take care.
Dale, My sincere condolences. The loss of a parent is something we never really get over and we just try and learn to live with it the best we can. At 91 I'm sure you had plenty of good times and countless memories with her so she will never be forgotton. When someone older passes away, I always try to gain comfort by thinking of the many years we were blessed to be with that person. I see so many who's lives have been cut way too short and never get the chance to live a full life. May God Bless you and the family.
Sorry for your loss Dale - sounds like she was a great lady, and when parents do pass on, remember those personal, precious memories you have, will live forever !!
