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KS Toronado

(23,064 posts)
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 05:05 PM Feb 2025

Hospital just called

Last edited Fri Feb 21, 2025, 06:27 AM - Edit history (2)

My 95 year old mom has been having some health issues lately. Hospital called just as I
was leaving for my daily visit and said I better get up there, she might not last the night.

Was healthy & active 3 weeks ago. All Democratic thoughts, prayers, vibes needed.
She goes by Betty

ON EDIT
.......

Thank you all for the help, it did change her diagnosis timeline somewhat, unfortunately
she's headed to Hospice care for 3 days to 2 weeks. She had an amazing run getting up to
just shy of 96, very active in her church and loved getting up on the stage at the Senior
Center meal site everyday to tell the latest jokes she'd found. And never left a crossword
puzzle unfinished. Had hundreds of cats over the years at the farm. Always attributed
her long life to the many vitamins she took every day.

On the bright side she's looking forward to seeing my father and her 7 siblings she outlived.
And I'll miss her. Thank you all for the kind words.

ON EDIT #2

Received call at 1:35 am to get back to the hospital, got there 4 minutes too late , she was
already hugging Dad upstairs.

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Hospital just called (Original Post) KS Toronado Feb 2025 OP
🫶🏽 blm Feb 2025 #1
... alwaysinasnit Feb 2025 #2
Your mom will be in my prayers LetMyPeopleVote Feb 2025 #3
Sending prayers and healing vibes her was wendyb-NC Feb 2025 #4
Best wishes for Betty, and for you. jls4561 Feb 2025 #5
... Demovictory9 Feb 2025 #6
Ohh...Healing Wishes for your Mom, KC.. Cha Feb 2025 #7
Sending healing vibes and thoughts to your Mom. virgdem Feb 2025 #8
There is a synchronicity in this world... kentuck Feb 2025 #9
Sending good vibes malaise Feb 2025 #18
Healing vibes for your sister. niyad Feb 2025 #28
Prayers for your Mom 🙏🏼 KS Clouds Passing Feb 2025 #10
For your Mom Betty TA2020 Feb 2025 #11
Sending love and prayers. Hope22 Feb 2025 #12
🙏 for Betty surfered Feb 2025 #13
Positive vibes headed Betty's way rollin74 Feb 2025 #14
Sending good vibes to your mom malaise Feb 2025 #15
Sending hope and healing to Betty. StarryNite Feb 2025 #16
Come on Betty! mountain grammy Feb 2025 #17
Healing vibes on the way to Betty & you, KS SheltieLover Feb 2025 #19
I'm sending you guys healing energy... slightlv Feb 2025 #20
That is my 83 year old mom's name Nictuku Feb 2025 #21
Sending all the good vibes can muster for Betty and the entire family! sdfernando Feb 2025 #22
((((((....)))))) markie Feb 2025 #23
Sending best DU vibes to both of you Wicked Blue Feb 2025 #24
Holding Betty up to the divine light, and keeping Tanuki Feb 2025 #25
Healing thoughts for Betty. Dear_Prudence Feb 2025 #26
Holding you and Betty in love and light. Vibes for best possible outcome. niyad Feb 2025 #27
Hope all goes well for your mother. bluestarone Feb 2025 #29
Stray strong, Betty! senseandsensibility Feb 2025 #30
Hoping your mom pulls through well. people Feb 2025 #31
Thinking of you Lulu KC Feb 2025 #32
Hope all goes well for you and your Mom, KS. 70sEraVet Feb 2025 #33
Prayers for Betty NameAlreadyTaken Feb 2025 #34
Caring thoughts and gentle hugs to you, your dear KitFox Feb 2025 #35
Prayers for Betty mia Feb 2025 #36
Prayers for your Mom. LoisB Feb 2025 #37
Sending good wishes to Betty KT2000 Feb 2025 #38
Good vibes for Betty oldtime dfl_er Feb 2025 #39
Loving thoughts for Betty tonight radical noodle Feb 2025 #40
Betty Loryn Feb 2025 #41
(((HUGS))) BumRushDaShow Feb 2025 #42
Sending good vibes to your mom and you MustLoveBeagles Feb 2025 #43
Best wishes on the way to you and Mom Betty. Permanut Feb 2025 #44
Sending healing vibes for Betty FakeNoose Feb 2025 #45
Sending to you, your mom, and your family... pazzyanne Feb 2025 #46
Praying for a peaceful transition from her physical to her spirit body. If she Karadeniz Feb 2025 #47
❤️ spanone Feb 2025 #48
Praying 🙏🏼 maspaha Feb 2025 #49
Sending positive energy, thoughts and love to Betty. Dem2theMax Feb 2025 #50
Sent up a prayer for your mom. 🙏. n/t iluvtennis Feb 2025 #51
Sending good vibes to both you and your mom, Betty sheshe2 Feb 2025 #52
For Betty and you, all good thoughts Wild blueberry Feb 2025 #53
My mom was a Betty, too. babylonsister Feb 2025 #54
Are you in wichita Racygrandma Feb 2025 #55
Sending positive thoughts your way........ n/t Farmgirl1961 Feb 2025 #56
Okay Figarosmom Feb 2025 #57
Hugs to you and yours. mwmisses4289 Feb 2025 #58
Positive vibes to you and your family. Nt spooky3 Feb 2025 #59
What is her mom's name Danmel Feb 2025 #60
Wishng all the best for both you and your mom. Diamond_Dog Feb 2025 #61
Prayers for your mom, you and her ChazII Feb 2025 #62
Sending good vibes to Betty. boonecreek Feb 2025 #63
Thinking of you and your Mom ribrepin Feb 2025 #64
sending my best wishes Tumbulu Feb 2025 #65
all the best for Betty stillcool Feb 2025 #66
My Heart Goes Out To You WiVoter Feb 2025 #67
Prayers for both of you... highplainsdem Feb 2025 #68
🌺 Strength to you and gentleness to Betty 🌺 Hekate Feb 2025 #69
G*D bless you and Betty! marble falls Feb 2025 #70
Hey, Kansas family Blue_playwright Feb 2025 #71
My love for you, your family and your mother blogslug Feb 2025 #72
Sending Betty and the family all the best. hamsterjill Feb 2025 #73
You and mom are in my thoughts 🩷 MLAA Feb 2025 #74
You and your Dear Mom definitely have my prayers, KS! IndianaDave Feb 2025 #75
Strong health wishes for your Mom, KS Toronado pdxflyboy Feb 2025 #76
You've go us right there with you KS DENVERPOPS Feb 2025 #77
I'm sending DU's famous good vibes to your mother and your family. greatauntoftriplets Feb 2025 #78
Sending prayers to both you and your mom debm55 Feb 2025 #79
She's lived a good life. She is blessed. OAITW r.2.0 Feb 2025 #80
Sending loving warm vibes! Bluethroughu Feb 2025 #81
betty is loved. she is surrounded by love from you and from all of us orleans Feb 2025 #82
Praying for Betty ornotna Feb 2025 #83
I am sending Betty my best wishes, positive energy and loving vibes. (eom) StevieM Feb 2025 #84
Just saw this KS... B.See Feb 2025 #85
It's such an honor to be there for a parent who is passing. What a fine thing you are doing Maru Kitteh Feb 2025 #86
Sending prayers and good thoughts cate94 Feb 2025 #87
Prayers for you and your mom, KS. summer_in_TX Feb 2025 #88
Thank you for the update. StarryNite Feb 2025 #89
Thanks for the update LetMyPeopleVote Feb 2025 #90
We understand. Silver Gaia Feb 2025 #91
Truly a life well -lived! colorado_ufo Feb 2025 #92
❤️ littlemissmartypants Feb 2025 #93
I am so sorry, KS Toronado. HeartsCanHope Feb 2025 #94
I'm so sorry, KS. It is tough to lose a parent. brer cat Feb 2025 #95
i am so sorry for the loss of your mom dawn5651 Feb 2025 #96
Sorry... spanone Feb 2025 #97
She is at peace malaise Feb 2025 #98
They'll be playing pinochle with my folks, who've been playing three-handed since my dad sat down ... marble falls Feb 2025 #99
So sorry, KS Tornado, that your mother has passed. Will keep you and your family in my thoughts. Many hugs to you all. HeartsCanHope Feb 2025 #100
So sorry for your loss,KS. sueh Feb 2025 #101
Sweet memories. quaint Feb 2025 #102
My sincerest condolences. nt Gore1FL Feb 2025 #103
My deepest condolences. sinkingfeeling Feb 2025 #104
Hugs to you as you begin ChazII Feb 2025 #105
I'm sure Betty had a good life. Sounds like a peaceful transition. All my best to you. n/t SpankMe Feb 2025 #106
So sorry TuxedoKat Feb 2025 #107
It's never easy Lulu KC Feb 2025 #108
Sending love and prayers Erda Feb 2025 #109
I'm very sorry to read your update. MineralMan Feb 2025 #110
I'm so sorry for your loss. Nevilledog Feb 2025 #111
Condolences to you and your family. dalton99a Feb 2025 #112
I'm so sorry KS Toronado sdfernando Feb 2025 #113
I'm sorry, a very big loss. redwitch Feb 2025 #114
So Sorry IbogaProject Feb 2025 #115
so sorry for your loss RANDYWILDMAN Feb 2025 #116
My sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. Quiet Em Feb 2025 #117
I'm very sorry for your loss. It's a whole other world when both parents are gone, no matter our age. halobeam Feb 2025 #118
Sorry you lost her mdbl Feb 2025 #119
I'm so sorry for your loss! Jrsygrl96 Feb 2025 #120
I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs for you, family and livetohike Feb 2025 #121
I amso sorry for your loss irisblue Feb 2025 #122
Condolences and best wishes to you and yours. Sparkly Feb 2025 #123
the wise lyrics of Mumford and Sons say it best for me lostnfound Feb 2025 #124
Smile down on us all, Betty Stinky The Clown Feb 2025 #125
I'm so sorry, my friend. Rhiannon12866 Feb 2025 #126
Still going to wish your mother the very best, peace and strength to you all. mucholderthandirt Feb 2025 #127

wendyb-NC

(4,605 posts)
4. Sending prayers and healing vibes her was
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 05:09 PM
Feb 2025

I hope she is able to recover and be able to enjoy life unimpaired and in comfort.

kentuck

(115,122 posts)
9. There is a synchronicity in this world...
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 05:15 PM
Feb 2025

Our prayers are with you and your family.

My Sister, also named Betty, was transported by ambulance to a hospital in Frankfort, Kentucky yesterday.

I am sure we are all connected in this world, however much we may believe we are independent.

mountain grammy

(28,687 posts)
17. Come on Betty!
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 05:24 PM
Feb 2025

There's an election somewhere soon.. we need you. All the best to you and your mom. Hope she's comfortable.

slightlv

(7,438 posts)
20. I'm sending you guys healing energy...
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 05:27 PM
Feb 2025

for your Mom for obvious reasons; for you to have the strength to carry on no matter what happens. Hang in there, and let us know how Betty is doing.

Nictuku

(4,567 posts)
21. That is my 83 year old mom's name
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 05:28 PM
Feb 2025

Thank goodness she is healthy. She said to me she doesn't think she will be here more than 5 years.

Now I'm crying.

Sending good Betty Vibes

Wicked Blue

(8,463 posts)
24. Sending best DU vibes to both of you
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 05:32 PM
Feb 2025

((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((( ))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

Tanuki

(16,304 posts)
25. Holding Betty up to the divine light, and keeping
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 05:33 PM
Feb 2025

her in my prayers. Peace and blessings for Betty, for KS Tornado, and for all who hold them dear. Your DU family is very much with you in spirit every step of the way.

KitFox

(508 posts)
35. Caring thoughts and gentle hugs to you, your dear
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 06:03 PM
Feb 2025

mother and all of your family as you navigate these next hours and days. 🩷🩷🩷

oldtime dfl_er

(7,151 posts)
39. Good vibes for Betty
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 06:22 PM
Feb 2025

and everyone who loves her. People (even in their 90s) do bounce back sometimes.

Karadeniz

(24,725 posts)
47. Praying for a peaceful transition from her physical to her spirit body. If she
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 07:02 PM
Feb 2025

calls out names from her past or looks happy at seeing beautiful beings, those are good signs. She's going to love the new reality. I know you'll miss her.

Dem2theMax

(11,005 posts)
50. Sending positive energy, thoughts and love to Betty.
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 07:13 PM
Feb 2025

And to all of Betty's family and friends.

Figarosmom

(9,783 posts)
57. Okay
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 07:33 PM
Feb 2025

Done.

Yeah that's the bitch of it we could all be vital and doing well until that one day we're not.

My mom was great until she got an infection from having a skin tag removed.

Prayers and good thoughts.

Danmel

(5,687 posts)
60. What is her mom's name
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 07:36 PM
Feb 2025

The Jewish prayer for healing uses the name of the person and their mom.
May the one who blessed our ancestors, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel and Leah, bless and heal those who are ill [names]. May the Blessed Holy One be filled with compassion for their health to be restored and their strength to be revived. May God swiftly send them a complete renewal of body and spirit, and let us say, Amen.

Blue_playwright

(1,613 posts)
71. Hey, Kansas family
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 08:32 PM
Feb 2025

Prayers that you have a beautiful visit with her tonight.

Don't give up hope thought. My dad Murl, 92, had a catastrophic fall in mid-January and fractured his pelvis. I got THE call. I got the hugs and the sympathy from the nurses. He's alive and out of the wheelchair. He's pretty far gone in dementia, but we get a bit more time. I'll take it.

I hope you and Betty get a reprieve tonight.

OAITW r.2.0

(31,522 posts)
80. She's lived a good life. She is blessed.
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 11:03 PM
Feb 2025

Wish I had had my mom for an additional 23 years.....I think.

orleans

(36,675 posts)
82. betty is loved. she is surrounded by love from you and from all of us
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 11:10 PM
Feb 2025

and we will hold both of you in our hearts tonight and in the days to come

B.See

(7,808 posts)
85. Just saw this KS...
Thu Feb 20, 2025, 11:42 PM
Feb 2025

but know what you're going thru. Been there. Sending you and yours, my prayers and condolences.

Maru Kitteh

(31,267 posts)
86. It's such an honor to be there for a parent who is passing. What a fine thing you are doing
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 12:06 AM
Feb 2025

for her. It is excruciating, but it is also a gift you will come to treasure. I wish I could say something to make things easier or give you strength. Our most heartfelt thoughts are with you.








summer_in_TX

(4,050 posts)
88. Prayers for you and your mom, KS.
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 12:38 AM
Feb 2025

I am so glad Betty has had a happy, healthy, and productive life until just now. She sounds like quite a gal. You have been blessed.

🙏

StarryNite

(11,973 posts)
89. Thank you for the update.
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 12:47 AM
Feb 2025

Not what I was hoping for and certainly not what you and your family wanted. I’m so sorry. She sounds like an amazing person. I know she will be dearly missed. Please take care.

Silver Gaia

(5,255 posts)
91. We understand.
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 01:18 AM
Feb 2025

Sending YOU strength, peace, and love to help you get through the coming days.

HeartsCanHope

(1,531 posts)
94. I am so sorry, KS Toronado.
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 04:09 AM
Feb 2025

I will be thinking of you, your family, and your mother Betty in the coming days. Hugs to you all.

brer cat

(27,362 posts)
95. I'm so sorry, KS. It is tough to lose a parent.
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 08:19 AM
Feb 2025

I hope your memories will comfort you during this time.

marble falls

(71,104 posts)
99. They'll be playing pinochle with my folks, who've been playing three-handed since my dad sat down ...
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 08:49 AM
Feb 2025

... two weeks ago.

Tell them to watch out: my dad'll have them roped into a square dance club! But he will make the cookies!

HeartsCanHope

(1,531 posts)
100. So sorry, KS Tornado, that your mother has passed. Will keep you and your family in my thoughts. Many hugs to you all.
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 08:56 AM
Feb 2025

ChazII

(6,448 posts)
105. Hugs to you as you begin
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 10:04 AM
Feb 2025

this new journey in your life. Everyone grieves differently and I hope that those around you respect you.

SpankMe

(3,658 posts)
106. I'm sure Betty had a good life. Sounds like a peaceful transition. All my best to you. n/t
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 10:30 AM
Feb 2025

Lulu KC

(8,510 posts)
108. It's never easy
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 10:57 AM
Feb 2025

I'm so sorry, KS Toronado. She had a good life and we know she had a great son!

MineralMan

(150,652 posts)
110. I'm very sorry to read your update.
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 11:31 AM
Feb 2025

It's always painful, regardless of age. I remember losing both of my parents in one day. They were 96 years old. It's a blow.

sdfernando

(6,023 posts)
113. I'm so sorry KS Toronado
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 11:46 AM
Feb 2025

She sounds like an amazing person and 95 is a good long run...my father passed at 95 as well.

IbogaProject

(5,625 posts)
115. So Sorry
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 01:16 PM
Feb 2025

Loosing a good Mom is one of the toughest transitions. Please take care of your self and any other family.

halobeam

(5,086 posts)
118. I'm very sorry for your loss. It's a whole other world when both parents are gone, no matter our age.
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 01:35 PM
Feb 2025

Jrsygrl96

(263 posts)
120. I'm so sorry for your loss!
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 02:52 PM
Feb 2025

It sounds as though she had a good life and a loving family! Prayers for comfort to you and your family! 💔

livetohike

(23,995 posts)
121. I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs for you, family and
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 03:27 PM
Feb 2025

all who knew and loved Betty. May your good memories always comfort you .

lostnfound

(17,414 posts)
124. the wise lyrics of Mumford and Sons say it best for me
Fri Feb 21, 2025, 10:47 PM
Feb 2025

I think maybe you told your mother she was beloved, when you came on DU to ask for prayers. I’m so sorry for your loss.

*********************************************
Are you afraid
However could you not be
In this rosy light
This is strange
I feel a hand come through the mirror
Pointing at the light
Point at the light we never see
As you put your feathered arms over me

Before you leave
You must know you are beloved
And before you leave
Remember I was with you
And as you leave
I won't hold you back beloved

Rhiannon12866

(250,433 posts)
126. I'm so sorry, my friend.
Sat Feb 22, 2025, 07:26 AM
Feb 2025

I've been there, as well, lost my mother to an accident. And it sure looks like you have a lot of support here. Be sure to take care of yourself and know that DU is here for you.

mucholderthandirt

(1,753 posts)
127. Still going to wish your mother the very best, peace and strength to you all.
Sat Feb 22, 2025, 12:50 PM
Feb 2025

My mother will be 86 next month and overall she's in pretty good health. She has a bit of high blood presser, not terribly bad, and no other major injuries other than a bad knee she gets shots for. We just lost her only surviving sister to cancer the other week, now there's just Mama and her brother (younger than she is).

It's hard seeing your parents and other relatives move on. Big hug for you and all her family and friends.

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