In the Midst of All This Good News - It Is a Sad Day for Me

[MineralMan]

I received a call this morning that my 96-year-old mother died in her sleep last night of Alzheimer's complications. At the same time, my father, who is also 96 years old, lies in a hospital on palliative hospice care and will probably die today from COVID-19 pneumonia. They celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary in June of 2020.

So, instead of watching Congress confirm the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, I will be planning arrangements with a funeral home for both of my parents and talking with the lawyer who has been handling the family trust. My parents' citrus farm has been sold, but the closing is scheduled for later this week. As the administrator of the trust, I will have to do that closing remotely.

Due to the raging COVID-19 pandemic in California, I won't be there for my parents' burials. Nobody, really, will be there, except maybe my brother-in-law and nephew. My sister also has advanced Alzeheimer's, so she won't be there, either.

Meanwhile, politics goes on, and we appear to have won important races in Georgia, so there is that to offer some positive news on a very sad day for me.

MAGA Sucks! COVID Sucks! Alzheimer's Sucks!

[Ohio Joe]

1. My condolences

RIP

[MontanaMama]

2. Please accept my condolences on the loss of your mother.

Alzheimers indeed sucks. I lost my dad and grandad to it. These are such hard days. I’m sorry.

[SamKnause]

3. I am so sorry.

[jmbar2]

4. I am so sorry for your loss

At least they are leaving this planet together. That would be a comfort to either one of them.

Take care of yourself during this stressful time. The nation is gonna be OK...

[blaze]

5. (((MM)))

[irisblue]

6. May her memories be a blessing. 🕯️

[sinkingfeeling]

7. I'm very sorry.

[Freedomofspeech]

8. Sending you love and peace...

[Turin_C3PO]

9. So sorry, Mineral Man.

Take all the time you need to grieve. Your friends here at DU will be here for you.

[ismnotwasm]

10. I am so sorry

The first 11 years I spent as a nurse were in Long term care, and it remains my favorite kind of nursing.

Alzheimer’s, I used to watch the love of family members pour out even when it could no longer be returned. It was magical, sometimes you saw the very best of humanity.

I wish you well, I hope you have as much health and healing as possible.

[madaboutharry]

11. I am sorry for all your loss, MineralMan.

Peace to you and your family.

[struggle4progress]

12. sorry to learn this

[hlthe2b]

13. I'm very sorry. As one who lost both parents in the same year a couple of decades ago, it is

always still with me. Less painful, yes, but how much I would have loved to have had them to talk over things over those past many years. Of course, I might also have faced Alzheimer's with one or both. They died too young to predict.

May your good memories with them sustain you now.

[dalton99a]

15. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

[Laffy Kat]

16. I am so sorrry, MineralMan.

[niyad]

17. My heart is breaking for you. I know that there are no words that can help. But know that your DU

family is holding you and yours tightly in love and light. We are here for you.

[onecaliberal]

18. I am so very sorry. I can't imagine how you must be feeling.

[Voltaire2]

19. sorry for your loss.

Alzheimer's is indeed horrible. I hope your dad recovers.

Covid sucks but would suck a whole lot less if all the assholes would stay home, and if they went out wore a damn mask.

[BComplex]

20. I'm so sorry for all of your losses, MineralMan.

Alzheimer's is so heartbreaking all on its own, but when you throw in COVID and not being able to go to their funerals, I just can't imagine. Sending you and your family big hugs.

[Stuart G]

21. I am so sorry.

[Atticus]

22. My heart goes out to you. May you find the strength to do what needs doing. nt

[Hugin]

23. I'm so very sorry to hear about these events in your life, MM.

Hopefully, the news of progress today will lighten your burden somewhat.

Take care and peace.

[Backseat Driver]

24. I'm so so sorry for your loss, MineralMan...

Comfort and (like everything else) virtual hugs.

[uppityperson]

25. I am so sorry. Go in peace, MM's parents.

[democrattotheend]

26. I'm so sorry for your loss

I can't even imagine how hard it must be to lose one or both of your parents and to not be able to be with them in their last days. My heart goes out to you.

[bluestarone]

27. Sorry to hear this.

Wishing you the best. losing a family member is rough BUT losing a family member under these type conditions is even WORSE. Take care,

[babylonsister]

28. So very sad. My condolences, MM. nt

[PA Democrat]

29. I am very sorry for your loss and also sorry that

due to the out-of-control pandemic you are denied the traditional rituals of mourning to ease your loss.

[Metatron]

30. My sincere sympathies, MineralMan

[yardwork]

31. I am so sorry.

[Bettie]

32. I'm sorry for your loss

it is sad that you can't be with your family to grieve together. I'm sorry.

[wellst0nev0ter]

33. I am so sorry for your loss

[Laelth]

34. Sincere condolences. k&r n/t

-Laelth

[MineralMan]

35. I won't be able to acknowledge everyone's replies individually.

But please accept my thanks for your well-wishes and sympathy.

I'll be OK. There are so many things I must do today that I'll have little time to grieve. Their deaths were not unexpected, but it is still very difficult to imagine them being gone.

Today, I'll be distracted by things I must do. I'll also use DU and the news to distract myself further.

Neither of my parents would have wanted me to risk getting sick from COVID at this time. They would have said,
"Stay where you are and take care of yourself and your own family." That's who they were.

Thanks again, everyone, for all your kind words.

[3catwoman3]

255. That is surely what your parents would have said. They...

...never stop worrying about us, no matter how old/grownup we are.

I hope you have people you can lean on when you need to. I think you’ve been the rock for quite some time.

[marmar]

36. So sorry Mineral Man.

[Demsrule86]

37. I am so sorry. It is a disgrace what has happened in this country to your parents and to others...

I hope Trump is tried for crimes against humanity. But all I can say is what my best friend told me when I lost my Mom and my Dad...they were younger than your parents and I bitterly resented those I knew who still had living parents (pretty awful huh). My friend said I wish you peace. The peace of knowing you did what you could...and you made their lives brighter just by being there through the years. I am sending prayers, good wishes and peace as you complete these last tasks for your parents. You were lucky to have had them for so long and they were lucky to have had such a son as you. God bless, I believe we will see our loved ones again.

[Gidney N Cloyd]

38. Condolences, MM.

[malaise]

39. Deepest sympathy to you and your family

I know you loved both your mom and dad

[still_one]

40. So sorry MM. Take care

[7wo7rees]

41. Very sorry for your loss MM.

The Covid has made the suffering for those with Alz/dementia and their families and friends so much worse.
You loved them well.
Peace to you and yours.
Sincerely, The 7wo7rees family

[triron]

42. No matter their age at passing, it is very hard to deal with.

[Mz Pip]

43. So sorry for your loss

What a terrible way to begin the new year. My condolences to you and your family.

[MomInTheCrowd]

44. So very sad...perhaps this?

Our parents wishes were cremation and to be buried together. Dad passed a year and a half before Mom. At about 2 years from Mom’s passing we finally had a service. My sister got to live with both their ashes, in comfort, for that interim time. It brought great peace.

[cry baby]

45. MM, what a terrible turn of events for your family and you.

I’m going to be thinking of you and sending cyber hugs. I’m just so mad at all the things covid is taking from our lives.

[blm]

46. 🕯😢🕯

((MinMan))

[DinahMoeHum]

47. Dear MM, do what you must do for your loved ones at this time. . .

. . .take time off from DU here if you must. We will understand.

You know we're all here for you if you need us.

[judesedit]

48. I'm so sorry, MineralMan. That devastating news is bad enough without adding covid to the mix

Please know we are praying for strength for you and your family to get through this. I know you feel like your world has stopped, and the rest of the world just keeps going without recognizing it's loss. Thankfully, you will have your memories for as long as you live. I hope you find comfort in knowing your parents will be together again.

[AngryOldDem]

49. Deeply sorry, MM.

May you find peace today, and in the days ahead.

[PCIntern]

50. May their memories always be for a blessing.

My heartfelt condolences upon your great loss.

[LAS14]

51. My condolences. It's so sad that you can't be there, and probably haven't seen...

.. your parents for many months.

[mercuryblues]

52. I am so sorry for your loss

When my Dad passed in November the funeral home livestreamed his graveside service. Please check into that. I know it is not the same as being there, but it is the best we can do, at this point.

There will be a day when the sorrow and sadness will be replaced with memories we cherish, easing the pain of loss.

Hugs to you.

[Tracer]

53. Dear Mr. MM

I'm saddened by your loss.

[HipChick]

54. So sorry for your loss n/t

[obamanut2012]

55. Fair winds and following seas to your mom, MM

[BumRushDaShow]

56. So sorry to hear this

although I know you were already bracing for it.

Sending my condolences to you and your family.

[Kali]

57. oh man, I am so sorry.

[Roisin Ni Fiachra]

58. Wow, that's harsh.

So sorry for your losses. Ouch.

[spanone]

59. So sorry MM.

[farmbo]

60. Aw... so sorry.

I lost mine (age 97) in July.

[a kennedy]

61. Know my heart is filled with such sorrow for your loss, and for what you're going through.

❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[Beaverhausen]

62. I'm so sorry

Condolences to you and your family.

[Mrs. Overall]

63. I am so sorry to hear this, Mineral Man.

Wishing your family peace and strength during this time.

[Akacia]

64. so very sorry for your loss. nt

[mtnsnake]

65. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

[intheozone]

66. So sorry for your loss, very sad circumstances. nt

[Justice]

67. So very sorry 😢

[MissB]

68. Oh I am so very sorry

[FailureToCommunicate]

69. Yours is such an important voice on DU. So sorry to hear you dealing with so much pain.

And loss.

[Blasphemer]

70. Very sorry for your loss...

My grandmother had Alzheimer's. They said she died "peacefully" but there is nothing peaceful about Alzheimer's. So much worse for you to have to go through this during a pandemic.

[ananda]

71. Sigh. I'm so sorry.

[Vinnie From Indy]

72. Condolences to you amigo!

I have also lost my mother. It was a horrible time.

[KS Toronado]

73. I am sorry for your loss, MineralMan

[mokawanis]

74. My condolences

[gademocrat7]

75. Condolences, MineralMan on the loss of your beloved parents.

Take care.

[Harker]

76. They'll continue to add to your strength...

as you keep them safe in your heart.

[geardaddy]

77. I'm very sorry MM

[ancianita]

78. So sorry for your loss, Mineral Man.

Wishing you peace ahead, and good memories always.

[panader0]

79. ....

[monmouth4]

80. Oh MM, I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers and a hug to you. n/t

[PoindexterOglethorpe]

81. This is sad, and I am sorry.

I hope it is possible for you to say that they both had a long and full life. I realize recent years weren't so good, but I also know from your posts that you did your very best to be there for them when it was possible.

[SheltieLover]

82. Deepest condolences

Please take time for good self care. Eat, sleep, do deep breathing to stay grounded.

So sorry for your loss.

Healing energy on the way. 💗💗💗

[volstork]

83. Sending condolences, MM.

So sorry to hear of these deep losses.

[pnwest]

84. I'm so very sorry for your loss. You're going

through so many very hard things right now, please remember to take time for self care. Just went through some of these same trials myself and my heart goes out to you.

[MelissaB]

85. I'm so sorry for your loss.

[PRETZEL]

86. My sincerest sympathies on your loss,

I lost my aunt to Covid yesterday. My wife lost her step-mother yesterday also.

And, yes this Covid sucks.

[people]

87. How very sad . . .

You have written about your sadness that covid has prevented you from visiting them in the last year. I hope your mom suffered no pain and that your dad is not suffering any pain now. Must have been wonderful to visit them at their citrus farm. Take care. So
very sorry.

[dlk]

88. I'm very sorry for your loss

I wish comfort and peace for you and your family at this most difficult time.

[mcar]

89. MineralMan

[herding cats]

90. I'm so very sorry for your loss.

May she Rest In Peace.

[shrike3]

91. I am so very sorry for your loss. May your memories of them be a comfort to you.

[Tommymac]

92. My heart and Prayers go out to you and your family.

Godspeed Mom.

[Texin]

93. My condolences to you for your great loss.

[cp]

94. Sending peace

for you and your family.

[SayitAintSo]

95. So sorry for your loss🙏♥️...n/t

[NoRoadUntravelled]

96. I'm deeply sorry for your loss.

[LaMouffette]

97. My deepest condolences to you, MineralMan!

And you are correct in your statement about MAGA, Covid, and Alzheimer's. They are co-conspirators in MAWA (making America weep again).

Please take extra good care of yourself during this tremendously sad time in your life.

[marieo1]

98. Great Sympathy

MineralMan......you have my deepest sympathy....It's hard to be overjoyed in the face of losing ones parents.

[angrychair]

99. My condolences MM

My grandmother died from complications from Alzheimer's disease many years ago. That disease creates so many more victims than just the patient.


I hope you find peace and comfort in the days ahead.

[StarfishSaver]

100. I'm so sorry.

[hamsterjill]

101. I'm so sorry, MM.

Words always fail in times like these. I’m sorry about your parents and yes, it just sucks!!!

Please know that your contributions to DU and the successful sharing of Democratic principles are much appreciated. We will all celebrate for your until you feel ready to do that yourself.

Hugs!

[berni_mccoy]

102. Very sorry sir.

[Tech]

103. I am so sorry.

I have enjoyed your parental musing the past few years. My husband and I both list our moms last year. Many of your stories hit home.

[brer cat]

104. I'm very sorry, MM.

[AllyCat]

105. Oh MM, I am so sorry!

And in this horrible pandemic, I remember you saying you couldn't even visit and now have all this to manage with losing both of your parents. I am so sorry. Dementia sucks. Crappy, horrible disease I wish we could figure out. Hugs to you man. My heart breaks for you.

[marlakay]

106. So sorry for your loss

And that you can't be there. It really really sucks!

[Phentex]

107. I'm so sorry, MM...

My heart goes out to you!

[mfcorey1]

108. Condolences.

[IrishEyes]

109. My condolences on your loss.

[GoCubsGo]

110. I am so sorry, MineralMan.

[zeusdogmom]

111. Oh Mineral Man I am so sorry for your loss

Words seem empty at this point. Surrounding you with gentle thoughts.

[bucolic_frolic]

112. Sorry for your loss

Cherish the memories, it will all sort out.

[Tom Yossarian Joad]

113. You're in my thoughts.

Condolences.

[Tom Rinaldo]

114. I am so sorry MineralMan

You should have been able to bask in the glow of this day. As it is I hope it offers you some comfort. Those who are partially complicit in your mother's death, due to the malicious mismanagement of this pandemic, at the least being politically held to some account.

[OddMom20]

115. You are in my heart

I am so sorry MineralMan - I wish that I could offer more to help ease the pain you and your family must be holding at this time.

[slumcamper]

116. Peace and strength to you, brother. 75 years together...remarkable!

[Lars39]

117. I'm so sorry for your loss, MineralMan.

[senseandsensibility]

118. I am so sorry.

I hope you find some comfort and distraction here at DU. I agree with your last sentiments completely.

[BlancheSplanchnik]

119. So very sorry for your sadness, Mineral Man.

😪💔

[sazemisery]

120. Condolences to you and yours

“When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.”

― Kahlil Gibran

[tiredtoo]

121. Sorry for your losses N/T

[turbinetree]

122. MY condolences to you and your family...........

[N_E_1 for Tennis]

123. ...

[MLAA]

124. Sending you and your family💖

[rurallib]

125. Been following your posts on this.

So sorry this happened especially under such terrible circumstances.

[Jay25]

126. I'm so sorry.

[GoldenMezzoDiva]

127. My deepest condolences, dear Mineral Man

...Words escape. Please know at least that your DU buddies have you and your beloved family
in our hearts...Again, words fade away..

[Spazito]

128. Very sad news...

My sympathies to you and your family.

[cally]

129. I am so sorry

It is almost unimaginable to have both parents die so close together. My Mom died last year and I still am processing the grief and shock. Plus, handling an estate is very time consuming and hard.

[onecent]

130. I'm SO sorry to hear about your mother, and the father.

[iluvtennis]

131. My heart goes out to you MineralMan. May your mom Rest in Peace and her memories be a blessing. nt

[NNadir]

132. Condolences. A marriage that lasted 75 years is something...

...wonderful, and although they are passing, it is something to cherish.

[LymphocyteLover]

133. My deepest sorrow for you

Wishing you the best

[Dem4Life1102]

134. So sorry for your loss

[634-5789]

135. In our prayers. Find peace.

[TNNurse]

136. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Will keep you in my thoughts. Hope the fact that their struggles are over will be some comfort.

[BadgerMom]

137. I am so sorry.

Sending peace, love and an eventual rebirth of hope and joy your way.

[skip fox]

138. Sorry to hear of this.

[matt819]

139. Sorry for your loss

It seems that many of us here are confronting comparable situations these days. Either dealing with the immediacy of illness or death, or awaiting the call.

DU will still be here when you're back.

[PJMcK]

140. So sorry for your loss, Mineral Man

You've been open about your family and your affection and obligations. This is, indeed, a difficult day and I feel for you and your family.

Let me repeat your profound words:

MAGA Sucks! COVID Sucks! Alzheimer's Sucks!

Thank you for the intelligence, passion, humor and insights you bring to DU.

Peace.

[seta1950]

141. I'm sorry

My deepest condolences 😢😢😢

[LiberalFighter]

142. That is a gut kicker.

[Demovictory9]

143. ..😰

[SayItLoud]

144. Your parents knew and know you loved them and they love you.

DU'ers here sharing some of your pain.
Peace.

[Honest_Abe]

145. I am so sorry.

NM

[democrank]

146. I' m truly sorry

[AirmensMom]

147. I'm so sorry for your loss.

All I can do is wish you peace.

[PufPuf23]

148. My condolences and respect to you and your family MM kr

[TygrBright]

149. Holding you in my heart, MM. Stay strong, you're not alone.

They had 96 years and so many of them together. I would take that if it were me and my beloved. It's tough to be orphaned and lose that here-and-now connection to your roots, and when the irritating paperwork and arrangements and detail stuff is done, that may come back around again.

And we'll still be here for you, and a lot of us "get it", so those prayers and good vibes and loving thoughts will be with you through it all.

affectionately,
Bright

[Dream Girl]

150. I am so sorry for wat you are going through MM.

[BlueIdaho]

151. There are no words that can take your pain away

But know you do not travel through this grief alone. May you and yours find peace and comfort in this very sad time.

[world wide wally]

152. Sorry to hear that MM.

They are just determined to stay together no matter what.
Peace

[Heartstrings]

153. Sincere condolences.....nt

[malthaussen]

154. Please accept my condolences. n/t

[Sogo]

155. My deepest sympathies to you.

It's never easy to let our loved ones go, but there's a relief knowing that they no longer suffer.

Wishing you ease and peace.....

[Lonestarblue]

156. I'm so sorry. Losing both parents at the same time is just doubly hard.

As is not being able to say goodbye in person. May you find peace and let the memories of the good times with your parents be uppermost in your mind.

[wryter2000]

157. I'm so sorry

How hard to lose both of them within a day of each other.

[Blue_playwright]

158. Oh god, MineralMan!

I am so sorry.

I lost two family members (mom and favorite aunt) within weeks of each other. Do NOT discount how that double dose of grief will hit you. And don’t feel guilty if one hits you harder than the other. (Surprisingly, my aunt continues to hit me harder than my mother.)

And take care of yourself. They would want you to come out of this on the other side healthy and ready to continue your life.

Sending love to you and your family.

Lisa

[tsSleepyTimeDwnSout]

159. Another Thing

Hard to read your post, Mineral Man. Love my parents too, and I can imagine your pain. I would like to say something that is personal to me: your parents (apparently) were involved in one of the most noble human undertakings. - after a long career in IT, realizing I hated it, I got a degree in horticulture late in life, left IT for hort and Ag, and never looked back. Five jobs in the industry before I retired showed me several definite things, among them that the US does not value horticulture and agriculture anywhere nearly to the degree that it should. Your parents owned a citrus farm in California? Well, color me jealous, but also enamored. For those who still don't know: your food doesn't come from grocery stores, it comes from people like Mineral Man's Mom and Pop, people who spend an incredible amount of time, labor, effort, and risk growing food to feed a hungry nation and world. "Taxes on the farmer feeds us all". MM, I hope in your time of sadness you will be reminded of all of the good things they contributed to the world.

[CatMor]

160. So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother...

and your fathers suffering. One consolation is they led a long life and had a good son.

[mac56]

161. Sincere condolences for your loss, sir.

[GentleAlien]

162. Loss of a parent - what a life altering experience

I know because I have lost both of mine. Not easy, esp. the loss of one's mother. My sincere condolences to you and your siblings. Indeed COVID sucks for making it harder for people to mourn their loved ones

[LeftInTX]

163. I'm so sorry, Mineral Man

[Ninga]

164. So very very sorry for the sadness you are

dealing with from your immense loss.

[MoonRiver]

165. R.I.P. sweet lady

[58Sunliner]

166. I'm very sorry for your loss.

[Meowmee]

167. So sorry about your mom and dad

And everything about the circumstances, it is so unfair. My condolences.

[Liberty Belle]

168. Take comfort in the fact that they lived long and fulfilling lives,

And neither will be left to carry on alone. My Dad died of Alzheimer's around 10 years ago, and Mom has slowly declined ever since, now with dementia herself, but there's been a sadness about her that's never gone away, and she is very lonely no matter how often all of us visit her (she's still at home, due to COVID, not in a facility).

Remember the good things they taught you and take comfort in the warm memories. You did all that you could for them, without putting your family's safety at risk.

I hope by the time you and I are a little older there will be a cure or prevention for Alzheimer's.

[catbyte]

169. I'm so very sorry.

[BMW2020RT]

170. Please accept my condolences for loss.

[chowder66]

171. This is a heavy load. I'm so terribly sorry. nt

[tblue37]

172. I am so sorry, MineralMan.

[sdfernando]

173. I'm so sorry

You are right, Alzheimer's Sucks....it takes away your loved ones long before they pass on.

96 is a good long life and I hope both your parents lived them well. 75 years married!...what a wonderful testament to the power of love.

Peace and hugs

[Danmel]

174. I'm so sorry for your loss

May sweet memories sustain you.

[pazzyanne]

175. So sorry to hear about your parents, MM.

Sincere condolences to you and your family. Prayers and blessings being sent to you as you go forward with plans and time of grief!

[orwell]

176. So sorry to hear about your loss...

...that's a bitter pill to swallow, possibly losing both parents within a 24 hour period.

Your parents raised a good son. I'm sure they were proud of the person you have become.

Peace to you and your family at this difficult time.

[marble falls]

177. Some mileposts in life are tough to embrace, we do what we can and what we just have to do.

My thoughts are with you. I pray your strength maintains. Bless you, MM.

[Mad_Dem_X]

178. My deepest condolences

I can't imagine losing both parents so close together...and then not being able to attend their burials. Sending love and hugs your way.

[whathehell]

179. I'm so sorry, Mineral Man

So much on your plate.

[Nevilledog]

180. ...

[RustyWheels]

181. My Sincerest Condolences

So sorry to hear of your loss... As a former Minnesotan I read you posts regularly and have followed your parents 'story' through your posts. Again, sorry for your loss.

And yes, MAGA Sucks! COVID Sucks!! Alzheimer's Sucks!!!

[yellowdogintexas]

182. So sorry for your loss.

These are very tough times. We can't gather for grief or joy which is a very human need.

We just lost a dear dear friend to COVID. Our church will livestream the services; only his widow and their local daughter & her family will attend

Again, my condolences

[vercetti2021]

183. I'm sorry for your loss

[maxsolomon]

184. Condolences, MM

I'm sorry you couldn't be there to say goodbye to your mom; that has to be tough.

I missed my mother's passing by 12 hours.

[NightWatcher]

185. So sorry MM

[Mickju]

186. I'm so sorry.

[live love laugh]

187. I'm so sorry for your loss exacerbated by this pandemic 😕

[Gidney N Cloyd]

188. Condolences, MM.

[Hekate]

189. (((Mineral Man, what a terrible time for you)))

Words may be of dubious use, but this I believe: they go where all hurts are healed, and they go together.

May all beings be peaceful
Mat all beings be happy
May all beings be safe
May all beings awaken to the light of their true nature
May all beings be free

[Tiger8]

190. My Condolences - and you're right..

MAGA, COVID, Alzheimers all SUCK!

In your busy time, please take a moment to reflect on the good times your family had.

[McCamy Taylor]

191. So sad for you.

[SammyWinstonJack]

192. ...

[Vinca]

193. It doesn't get much sadder than that. Condolences to you.

[sarge43]

194. Condolences, MineralMan

Peace and comfort in the days to come.

Virtual

[PatSeg]

195. What a truly sad day for you and your family

I'm so sorry you weren't able to be with them.

[MuseRider]

196. So very sorry.

[northoftheborder]

197. Sending sympathetic comfort vibes. Know this is hard to accept loss of loved ones, even those

who have lived long lives. They live on in you with in your memories. I'm sure they were proud of you and glad for your success in life.

[LiberalLoner]

198. I'm so sorry for your loss. 🙏

May the angels comfort you in this time of grief.

[peggysue2]

199. So sorry, MM

And yes, Covid and Alzheimer's suck. I have personal experience with the latter having lost my father to the disease and most recently my only sister. Covid has turned into a scourge that's kept many families apart at the worst possible time.

Condolences.

[peacebuzzard]

200. I am so sorry, MM

My condolences, I am so sorry

[W T F]

201. I'm so sorry for your loss

[Andy823]

202. I am so sorry.

[Labiglabocce]

203. My condolences.

Our deepest sympathies.

[Maeve]

204. I am so sorry for your losses

Hold tight to the good memories and the celebration of 75 years they were wed. Be glad someone will be taking care of the farm--that is one thing you won't have to deal with, the sale and all--and that they died in care.

[Alacritous Crier]

205. Sorry for your loss...

[Polybius]

206. I'm so sorry MineralMan

If you need anything, PM me.

[Leith]

207. My condolences

Too much to endure all at once. My heart goes out to you and your loved ones.

[rsdsharp]

208. So sorry for your loss.

[fantase56]

209. so sorry for your loss.

ms. fantase56 and i send our deepest condolences.

[AwakeAtLast]

210. So very sorry!

Sending love and hugs to you!

[joanbarnes]

211. so sorry

[PirateRo]

212. My condolences

I am very sorry your and yours have to go through this. The world is harsh enough without this. I wish you all the best.

[KY_EnviroGuy]

213. Our hearts ache with yours MineralMan and peace be with you.

KY.......... .........

[Ilsa]

214. I am so sorry for your losses, Mineral Man.

This is all very devastating. I hope you can find the time and place to have a memorial of your own for them, with others that loved them.

Lots of us DU old-timers will be thinking of you.

[BobTheSubgenius]

215. I'm so sorry.

I lost my mother to A's disease, but many years ago. I've yet to lose anyone to COVID, and have great hope that I never will. Being Canadian, I haven't really lost anyone to MAGA, and am as thankful for that as for my lack of experience with COVID.

What a terrible piece of new for you, on what should be a happy day. Again, my condolences.

[yonder]

216. I am sorry for your loss, MM.

[Rorey]

217. Hugs from all of us

Our arms are around you, Mineral Man.

[LittleGirl]

218. My condolences. Nt

[usaf-vet]

219. Sorry for your family and your personal loss MM

[spooky3]

220. I am sorry for your loss and that you couldn't be with them. Nt

[appleannie1]

221. My heart goes out to you.

[Vivienne235729]

222. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. My condolences to you and your family.

[stage left]

223. I'm so very sorry

for your loss. Covid does suck. It keeps us from our families when we most need to be there.

[Raster]

224. My sincere sympathies... my heart aches with you.

[DeminPennswoods]

225. Condolences on your loss

But be grateful your mom died peacefully and that your dad who is well-cared for in hospice will do the same and will not be alone at the end.

You can always have a celebration of their lives at a later time.

[LudwigPastorius]

226. I'm sorry, MineralMan.

I can't imagine losing one parent and being on the cusp of losing another.

You have my heartfelt condolences.

[Judi Lynn]

227. So sorry to learn of this enormous grief you've been given. So much at once.

Deepest respects, condolences.

[denvine]

228. My deepest condolences Mineral Man!

A conflagration of awful events combined with a feeling of helplessness. My heart breaks for you. Yes, MAGA Sucks! COVID Sucks! Alzheimer's Sucks!

[GoneOffShore]

229. Ah, Mineral Man, I am so sorry to hear this news.

[demtenjeep]

230. I am so so very sorry

losing a parent is hard but to lose both at the same time is horrible.

My prayers are with you

[UpInArms]

231. I am so sorry, mineralman

[love_katz]

232. I can only send hugs for comfort, and my deepest condolences.

[sheshe2]

233. I am so sorry, MM.

My heart goes out to you and yours.

[cayugafalls]

234. My condolences, MineralMan.

It is always difficult and this current situation makes it even more so...

Peace, good sir.

[lillypaddle]

235. Being hit from all sides, it seems

So sorry for your loss(es) - what a difficult time. Take care of yourself.

[crickets]

236. MineralMan, I am so sorry.

What an awful double blow. I hope all of the tasks that go with sad time are trouble free. My thoughts are with you and your family.

[Moostache]

237. My most sincere condolences MineralMan

I am saddened again every time I hear that another person has had to live through this pandemic losing a parent along the way, let alone both. The loss of my mother in November still weighs heavily on my heart and mind, and the impact on my father has been difficult to see from a far as well. My parents only made it to 54 years of marriage before mom's passing, but it is an amazing thing to reach 75 years of marriage.

I am sorry for your loss and hope that you receive all the support and aide that you can in this extremely messed up time.
Peace and love to you and yours.

[Wicked Blue]

238. i am so sorry for your loss, Mineral Man

My best DU vibes to you ((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((( ))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

[The Mouth]

239. I'm so sorry to hear this

Condolences. There's nothing else I can say except I've appreciated your posts and energy for years.

[blogslut]

240. May you have peace

[dflprincess]

241. I'm so sorry

No matter their age or health we're never ready to lose our patents.

Wishing you peace.

[SWBTATTReg]

242. I am so sorry to hear this. I'm having a memorial service for my favorite uncle today, via ZOOM,

being that of course we can't be there in person, but we will prevail. My heart goes out to you and yours, my friend. Take a deep breath, and take care of yourselves.

[OneBlueSky]

243. what a remarkable outpouring of prayers and good thoughts for MineralMan . . .

by the DU community . . . I am proud and grateful to be among the kinds of real human beings who take time to support someone on his day of unimaginable grief . . .

sincere condolences and best wishes, friend . . . God bless . . .

[c-rational]

244. So sorry for you loss MineralMan.

Your posts showed your love of your parents. Never easy to loose a parent at any age.

[Blue Owl]

245. Peace be with you Mineral Man

[KT2000]

246. I'm so sorry

You have my sympathy MM.

[BigBearJohn]

247. We are all with you in your moment of grief.

[NurseJackie]

248. Sending condolences, courage and peace to you and your family.

What a heavy burden you have. I'm so sorry that you must go through this.

[Maraya1969]

249. I am so sorry MM. I know your pain.

My aunt also died from Covid last week and we have talked about all getting together in a few months when it is safe. Just a thought for you.

May you mom rest in peace.

[flying-skeleton]

250. My condolences 🙏🙏

[smirkymonkey]

251. I am so sorry for your loss, Mineral Man.

My sincere condolences to you.

[Niagara]

252. Sorry to hear about your loss.

My heartfelt condolences to you and your family, MM.

[BigmanPigman]

253. Oh no! I feared that had happened

after I read the OP title. This is so terrible. Try not to do too much and take care of yourself. You'll need time.

[Submariner]

254. Sorry for your loss MM

[Paka]

256. Huge Condolences.

I lost my dear brother last June, not to Covid, but because of the pandemic I couldn't travel to be with him before he died. It's a hard blow during these terrible times. I send you oodle of strong good wishes.

[royable]

257. A virtual hug to a wonderful son.

[COL Mustard]

258. I'm So Sorry To Hear About Your Losses

May you have the strength to cope. I can’t imagine what you’re going through tonight.

[denbot]

259. My Sympathies MineralMan

Peace to you and yours.

[kimbutgar]

260. So sorry Mineral man even though you expected it, it's a hard thing to deal with

She is at peace and smiling down on you and waiting for your Dad. The day will come you will feel their warm embraces in your heart.

My condolences to you and your family.

[treestar]

261. My condolences

[Vadem]

262. My deepest condolences Mineral Man, to lose both parents

within a week is absolutely heartbreaking! Love and peace to you and your family.

[calimary]

263. Many virtual hugs, MM.

MANY virtual hugs.

Dayum - such a world of hurt out there. I’m sorry some of it is yours, too. Just know you’re surrounded with love and support.

[Trueblue Texan]

264. So terribly sorry, Mineral Man...

This joyful day has turned out so sad.

[cate94]

265. I'm so very sorry

[TuxedoKat]

266. Darn

So sorry you are dealing with this terribly sad situation and loss. Wish I could be as eloquent as others who already posted but my thoughts are with you.

[Catherine Vincent]

267. ...

[ClusterFreak]

268. My sincerest condolences, sir.

[catrose]

269. I am so sorry. Life goes on--or doesn't. May their memories be for a blessing; may you find comfort.

[raising2moredems]

270. Please accept my condolences

Alzheimer's is a horrid disease and your mother is now out of its clutches. Sending good karma so your father remains comfortable as he (unnecessarily) battles COVID-19.

MAGA does suck, I always called it MAWA (make america white again). But take heart, the nail in the coffin happened today. Lest we never forget.

[jtb653]

271. so very sorry...

stay strong. don't lose hope.

[Totally Tunsie]

272. Our hearts are with you, MM.

I'm so terribly sorry for your loss.

[GregD]

273. So sorry dude

Mine is 87, and other than dealing with dialysis twice a week, is lucid and watching the news. Freaking hates 45.

My heart is with you friend. Hang in there.

[Snoopy 7]

274. RIP

I may not personally know you but, I feel you pain. My MOM died of cancer June 2020 and having my first Christmas and new years wasn't the same. Especially when I felt like picking up the phone to tell my MOM happy new years. I know the pain and I share the pain. Hang in there and believe you can and you will. Hell I know I'm trying to believe my own words so I can muster each passing day...

[stuffmatters]

275. I am so sorry for your pain and loss.MM

[DonaldsRump]

276. My deepest sympathies.

[a la izquierda]

277. Oh how heartbreaking.

I'm deeply sorry.

[Hortensis]

278. Sorry, MM. So terribly sad that it is this way. Stay well.

[thucythucy]

279. My condolences to you and your family

at this sad time.

[JohnnyRingo]

280. Let's hope this wraps up a bad year.

My deepest sympathy. I hope things turn around for you.