LifeNRA Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 My wifes mother past away tonight. She has been battling heart problems, CHF, diabetes, MRSA, and VRE. She has been through so much the last year and a half. Double by-pass and other operations which lead to many complications. My wife knew this day would come, but when was always a question. This woman has finally found peace. No more pain, no more suffering. Bless her soul! My daughter is nine years old, tonight I had to tell her that grandma died. We knew it was going to happen, but not this fast. She loves her grandma sooooo much! This was so hard for me, because I remember the first time my mother told me about my grandfather passing. Rest in peace Doris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aksheephuntress Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 ...I am so sorry about this loss for your family, today... - like you say, she is in a better place now, and out of pain...-yet- it is still hard, regardless.... -and- telling a child about death is not easy... -prayers for your family, LifeNRA.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swamphunter Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 Sorry to hear about this...I just had the same thing with my the loss of my Grandmother last Sept. My kids took it hard.... they still do. I'll be praying for you and your family... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 SORRY to hear about this sad news John ... My thoughts and prayers will be with you an your family .. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 I'm sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and you family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master_Chief Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 Sad news to hear. Prayers and thoughts on the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archerjg Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 Thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Archerjg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Kat Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 Your loss truly saddens me bud. Prayers go to you and your family in your time of need. I was heart broken when I lost my moms dad. He was who introduced me to hunting. God bless buddy! She's home now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammerforged Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 I feel your pain, we lost my wife's mother earlier this year. Like your mother-in-law she was suffering as well and is now in a better place with no more pain. Both of my daughters are nearly grown and knew this day was coming but it still hurts no matter how old or prepared you are. Prayers on the way from South Carolina for your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 sorry for what you had to tell your child. it's always tough. but you are correct to say doris is in a better place. prayers said for the family and doris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 Sorry to hear this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 Sorry to hear about your loss. Telling kids about a death so hard....prayers sent for you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted September 29, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 Thank you all so much for your thoughts and prayers! All the years being EMT and being around death and trying to preserve it, this was also one of my hardest things to witness. I was with my wife and the family after they removed the ventilator, and to the end. I felt so helpless. Watching a person expire has taken a toll on me as well. I was so glad the pastor was there. He offered so much comfort. I have never been an openly religious person. When prayers are asked for in here, I do say them. But I really appreciate your prayers! Thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_300 Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 Sorry to hear about that John, my condolenses go out to your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 That has to be tough. I know when I was 20 and lost my grandpa when he fell out of his treestand hunting......there was nothing anybody could do to keep my emotions under control at that funeral home. Then I had all the smaller grandchildren that I had to comfort and explain. It was terrible. I just hope for peace and that you and your family can come through this tough time. God bless you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWSmith Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 Prayers for your family John... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mathews_Pa_Bowhunter Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 Sorry for your loss, prayers sent!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuntnMa Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 i am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 I am so sorry for you John, prayers with your family. Someday as a parent I too will have to do that and it will break my heart as well. Peace be with your family, your in my thoughts and prayers. May God watch over you in this time of sorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddyboman Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 Sorry to hear John! Prayers for your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_lou Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 Sending Prayers for you and your family. I am sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinch314 Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 Prayers to you and your family. It about killed me when my grandmother passed away on Labor Day. It was one of my cousin's bdays as well. Well, we didnt want her suffering any more and she was in the final stages of dementia. My 2 yr walked into her room looking for her because she loved her so much and it about broke my heart because she couldnt understand where her granny was. She laid down in the floor where Granny's bed was and wouldnt get up. Needless to say it was hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrswtnhunt Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 Prayers sent for you and your family. I know what you are going through. My mother passed away almost 7 years ago. My oldest daughter was 5 years old and she took it real hard. It is so hard to explain to little ones when those things happen. Just keep the communication lines open with your daughter and let her grieve at her own pace. Let her know that you are there for her when she is ready to talk about it. Sometimes I think kids are more resilient than adults. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Andrea Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 So sorry John..........I had to do the same thing just a few short years ago. Not easy at all...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerClay Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 John, My condolences to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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