KerryToo Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 My sweet, funny FIL passed away today with his best friend at his side. He had been sleeping for about 20 straight hours. Our daughters (7 and 9) wanted me to tell "Opa" that they loved him and wished him a hug. It seemed as though he was not aware of anything around him -- just deeply sleeping. So I leaned right up to his ear and told him what the girls wanted him to know. Then I talked to him about joining his wife of 44 years in heaven and being together again. He moved his mouth and eyelids flickered as it seemed he was responding to these words. I can't explain how great that felt that he heard me - that I could tell him that we loved him. The rest of the morning he never responded in any way. Even when the nurse came in to adjust his pillows to make him more comfortable - he never responded. Part II today: My Mom had the Talc Procedure performed at City of Hope due to pleural infusion that returned every couple of months. The surgeon said she did great, and the outcome was all that they had hoped for. (So there's my good news today to go along with our sad news.) Thank you for all the kind responses. It's nice to be a member of this beautiful, loving community. May God Bless~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Kerry, I am sorry you lost your FIL so quickly. He and your mom have been in my prayers every day. I will still keep your mom in my prayers each day. Glad to hear she is doing well after the procedure today. How is she doing with the brain mets? No after effects from the stereotactic procedure. God Bless and prayers, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Kerry, I am so sorry to hear about your FIL. My prayers to your family. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Dear Kerry, I am so sorry about your FIL but I too believe that he heard you tell him you loved him. Glad about the good news for your Mother. My sister had that very successfully. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 I am sorry your FIL has passed on. It was wonderful he was able to be home with his family. I wish you mom well... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Kerry, I am so very sorry. I am absolutely sure your father in law heard every word you said.... I am glad your Mom is doing better and I continue to keep your family in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justakid Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Kerry So sorry for your loss! Your family is in my prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Kerry, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelanieLR Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Dear Kerry, I'm so sorry for your loss. Know that my prayers are with you & your family. Good to hear about your Mom's surgery. Prayers & hugs, Melanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Kerry, I am sorry to hear that your FIL has passed on. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 So sorry your FIL passed so quickly. You are such a wise and gentle soul, Kerry. Now focus on your Mom, and hope for some real success for her! God Bless, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted March 12, 2005 Share Posted March 12, 2005 God bless you, too. I am sorry that your opa has moved on, glad your Mom is better. Thinking of you. Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted March 12, 2005 Share Posted March 12, 2005 Hi Kerry, My condolences for you FIL's passing. I pray eveything works out for you mom. You are a very strong person. You mom must be so proud of you for all your support and love. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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