Pipfitz Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 Dear All, I've not posted for a few weeks and you probably know that means one of two things: either everything's hunkydory and one's getting on with life too busy to post or everything's not so good. We've had a bit of both. DH died on 22nd November at 4 p.m. with just our lovely parish priest and me holding a hand each, in his own bed at home. He was only really ill for the last 48 hours and only in bed for 4 days. He managed to say goodbye to several old friends, his mother, siblings, my parents, all the children and me in the 24 hours before he died. 7 days before he died we'd been out to dinner just the two of us and he went to Tottenham to see our third daughter score a hat trick (3 goals) in a key mid table soccer match against Tottenham B 4 days before he died. In a way we both got what we wanted, he was terrified of liver mets - having seen his father die horribly of liver cancer in the 70's - and I was terrified of brain mets. He couldn't have died better - though it was terribly hard, he struggled and fought for a couple of hours. Fit as an ox apart from his lungs! We only had a nurse for the last night, but the support from the professionals was always just a quick call away. We had the most wonderful funeral yesterday (30th November), which he planned himself (though I did most of the music - Libera Me from Faure's Requiem sung by our great friend Charbel Mattar of the Royal Opera House amongst the best bits) and buried him in a nearby consecrated woodland burial site. Then we celebrated his memory in Crozes Hermitage (long story why that is significant) at home with many of the over 400 who attended his funeral. This site has been the most amazing source of information - the people here are wonderful and I've lurked about gaining lots of useful tips and reminders. If I can return any favours or offer any help, you know where to reach me: pipparogerson@hotmail.com. With the best of good wishes to you all, Pippa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 Pippa I am so sorry to read of your loss. Please accept my sincerest sympathies and condolences. Sending prayers to you and your family, Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtay Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 Dearest Pippa I have been offline for a few days and have just read your very sad news. Just want to say that I am thinking of you - Dawn x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 I am so sorry you lost your wonderful husband. My sympathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 I am so sorry to read this. May good memories bring you peace. Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 Pippa, I'm so sorry to hear about your husband's passing, but it is good to know that he didn't suffer and that he was living life right to the end. Your description of the celebration of his life was moving. Please continue to let us know how you are doing and remember that we will be here for you if you need us. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslie Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 Oh Pippa, My heart goes out to you and your family. Your husband's passing sounds like it was very peaceful--I hope that brings you some peace and strength in the coming days. My thoughts are with you. Best, Leslie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzie Q Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 So sorry for your loss. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 I am so sorry that you are going through this loss right now. Your tribute and the way you described your DH's last few days really brought his story to life for us. Your love was easy to see through your words. Prayers for you and your family during this difficult time. Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 I'm so sorry for your loss, Well loved he was and the memories he will leave behind will give peace at needed times. My deepest sympathies. Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 Pippa, My prayers are with you and your family during this time. I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueeye Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 I am so sorry for your loss. May we find peace in the coming days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lc46 Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 I'm so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. It's nice to hear he didn't suffer @ the end. May you find Peace and strength in the days to come. Dar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockeyma Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 I am very sorry about your husband's passing. Wishing you all the strength to get through this with your family and children. Best regards, Heather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. Please accept my deepest condolences. Prayers sent to you and your family. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 Hi Pippa, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your husband sounds like he was a wonderful man. Please come here for support when you need to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollfinn Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 Pippa~ How beautifully sad. Sending prayers for strength and understanding to you and your family at this very difficult time. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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