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In reply to the discussion: My dear Dad passed away at 11:35 last night. I was with him. [View all]roguevalley
(40,656 posts)114. How are you, Mia? I thought about you all day.
The first few are terrible. It is so hard knowing that the first man in your life isn't there. It will get better. Take care and know you are loved. -Cathy Aka Roguevalley
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Mia, I'm so sorry for your loss. Being with him in the end was the kindest act of all, for both of
Stardust
Sep 2015
#8
How wonderful that you and he had that comfort, and you that comforting memory.
Hortensis
Sep 2015
#18
so very sorry for your loss. glad that you were able to help him pass. praying for comfort and
niyad
Sep 2015
#65
I am so sorry, Mia. It is a privilege to do this. I did it for my mom and dad. Be comforted
roguevalley
Sep 2015
#95
May he rest in peace. It means a lot when you can be with your loved on at such a time. nt
kelliekat44
Sep 2015
#104
So sorry Mia. It should comfort you in the future that your were there. Hospice care is indeed
FailureToCommunicate
Sep 2015
#136
So very sorry, but glad you could be there and it was as easy as it could be n/t
Bossy Monkey
Sep 2015
#137